Renishaw MP10 - Page 39

POOR PROBE REPEATABILITY (continued)
Probing occurs within Review probe software.
machine’s acceleration
and deceleration zones.
Probe feedrate too Perform simple
high. repeatability trials at
various speeds.
Temperature variation Minimise temperature
causes excessive changes.
machine and Increase frequency
workpiece movement. of calibration.
Machine has poor Perform health check on
repeatability due to machine.
loose encoders,
tight slideways and/or
accident damage.
PROBE FAILS TO SWITCH OFF
Probe in time out Wait a minimum 2 min
mode. 20 sec for probe to
switch off.
Probe placed in User lighter styli.
carousel, during time Review use of time out
out mode can be reset mode.
by carousel activity.
Probe is inadvertently Increase distance
switched on by between probe and
OMM/OMI. OMM/OMI.
Reduce OMM/OMI signal
strength.
No line of sight between Ensure line of sight is
probe and OMM/OMI. maintained.
PROBE STATUS LED FAILS TO ILLUMINATE
Battery installed Check battery installation.
incorrectly.
MI 12 POWER LED FAILS TO ILLUMINATE
WITH POWER ON
Faulty electrical Check all connections.
contact.
Fuse blown. Locate and replace blown
fuse.
Incorrect power supply. Ensure power supply is
24 Vdc.
MI 12 LOW BATTERY LED REMAINS
ILLUMINATED
Battery installed Check battery installation.
incorrectly.
Battery dead. Replace battery.
PROBE STATUS LED REMAINS ILLUMINATED
Battery voltage below Replace battery.
useable level.
FAULT FINDING - If in doubt, consult your probe supplier.
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