Everest ATR Pressure Tower Will Not Move Down

Issue

The pressure tower will not lower the tip when the knob is turned.

Environment

Everest

Resolution

Follow these steps to reseat the pressure tower to restore normal operation.

1. Grasp the knob and the silver collar just below the knob and turn both at the same time until it reengages.  

2. If this doesn't work with the tip over the crystal, rotate the tip to the 3 clock position and try again. 

3. If tower still is not working, the optical base will need to be replaced.

NOTE: To prevent this from occurring in the future, do not continue to turn the pressure tower knob after the tip is in the upper most position. This is identified by the knob “slipping” or clicking while raising the pressure tip.