Verify Telescope and Dome Drives Interlocks#

Overview#

This procedure outlines the steps to verify if the AuxTel telescope and dome drives have a triggered interlock due to the gate being open, the gate being in error, an E-STOP action, or a general failure.

Precondition#

  • You are uncertain of the state of the telescope and dome drives.

Post-Condition#

  • You’ve identified any triggered interlocks for the AuxTel telescope and dome drives.

  • You can now take corrective actions to restore the system.

Procedure Steps#

  • Check the Pilz controller inside the AuxTel Main Cabinet

  • According to the lights, if they are:

    • Off, an interlock is triggered.

    • Illuminated, the system is functioning correctly.

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Pilz controller status at the AuxTel Main Cabinet#

Troubleshooting#

If an interlock has been triggered, follow one of the procedures below based on the cause: