AERONET Instrument Troubleshooting Interface - Solutions for ROBOT PROXIMITY SWITCH ERRORS Flag

Condition(s)
Flag if >35; or >10 any day during week

How To Check/Test
Model 4 and 5: n/a
Model T: SCENARIOS > run PARK

Solution Level 1 (< 5 minutes)
1. Check for cable binding or pulling as the instrument moves.
2. Ensure that adequate 12V power is being supplied to the instrument.
3. Check/reseat the connector panel and the AZ, ZN, and power connections.

Solution Level 2 (more involved)
1. Look for abnormal movements or sounds when running PARK. After PARK the instrument should point to nadir and the robot claw should be level.

Solution Level 3 (last resort)
1. Check the robot proximity switches and adjust if necessary. (See Model T Proximity Switch Test and Adjustment or Model 5 Proximity Switch Test and Adjustment instructions).
A: If the response from the test is 0/0 for either motor, inspect the problematic robot cable for damage.
B: If no damage is found, open the motor housing and inspect the drive belt for damage.
C: If the drive belt is good, use the Robot AZ Cable Repair or Robot ZN Cable Repair instructions.

2. Replace the robot.