Faults - PCE Instruments SIMCO FMX – 003 Notice D'utilisation

10. Faults

Problem
The FMX has been
switched on, but when it
approaches an
electrostatically charged
object to be measured, the
reading does not react
The zero button has been
pressed, but the FMX
cannot be reset
The FMX has been
switched on, but the
display shows no symbols
One of the symbols on the
display is lacking, or the
display shows Error ("Err")
Buzzer does not operate
Voltage measured at ion
balance is too low
Table 1: Faults
FMX-003_UM_9752020820_NL_D_GB_F_V2_0
Cause
The FMX is in the HOLD
mode
The FMX is in the HOLD
mode
Internal zero point has
shifted
Battery voltage too low
Display is defective
Display or sensor is
defective
Faulty buzzer
Adhesion of dirt or
condensation on the ion
balance plate.
Remedy
Switch the HOLD mode off
Switch the HOLD mode off
Return FMX for calibration
Replace the battery
Replacement or repair is
necessary, send the FMX to
Simco-Ion for repair
Replacement or repair is
necessary, send the FMX to
Simco-Ion for repair
Replacement or repair is
necessary, send the FMX to
Simco-Ion for repair
Clean the plate ultrasoncally and
dry it properly. If this does not
help, send measuring plate to
Simco-Ion for repair
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