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title: E213 Retracted Extended!
description: Encoder reports the crane arm to be retracted but the extended proximity switch reports that it is extended. Check that the extended and retracted proximity switches are connected correctly and that t
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# E213 Retracted Extended!

### Description of error

Encoder reports the crane arm to be retracted but the extended proximity switch reports that it is extended.

### Solution

Check that the extended and retracted proximity switches are connected correctly and that the inputs have not been inverted.

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