Dell JSM-6060LV User Manual

BASIC Step-by-Step Instructions for JEOL 6060LV Version 4/13/11 General Operation 1. Check System: Pumps running and EVAC light green (main panel n

5. If the image is not sharp enough, try decreasing the spot size, and verify the sample is at a working distance of 8-10mm. Also lower kV operation

c. SHADOW (a+b+c) – image with strong oblique component, image similar to SEI but with BSE, needed for LV mode where SEI detector does not function T

Changing the Vacuum Mode LV mode is generally used to observe and analyze non-conducting sample without the need for a conductive coating (Au/Pd or C

Troubleshooting If the SEM software is not responding or is behaving abnormally you can close the application and restart it (PC-SEM). If this does

JEOL 6060LV GUI Menu bar When each menu is clicked, a pull-down menu is indicated. If you click a pull-down menu, the various operation and setup

7. Slide sample holder onto stage dovetail. Note proper direction to slide on “dovetail” relative to step on stage platform. 8. Adjust sample hei

9. Specimen tilting is limited by working distance and specimen diameter. The IR chamber-scope must be used for sample tilting and Z adjustment to

15. Set the Signal to SEI , if not already (You can change it to BEIW, if desired later). 16. Click the HT Ready icon to turn on the High Voltage,

e. Manually check filament saturation. This is best done at a higher spot size setting (40-60) and a high contrast setting. Click the Filament Heati

running auto alignment first select an area on the sample or sample holder that has homogeneous brightness at moderate magnification (1-5 kx) to get t

c. Hint: For easier operation, in HV mode, use the SEI detector to set up the instrument and focus, etc. Switch to the BEIW mode mostly to look at or

Changing Samples or Ending Your Session 1. Turn off the High Voltage (click HT On control on main panel, it should change to HT ready) 2. Wait 2

Aligning the Objective Aperture 1. This procedure needs done if the image shifts in any direction when going through focus. 2. Center a distinct fe