diff --git a/docs/TMC_Drivers.md b/docs/TMC_Drivers.md index 6326e339d..725195d37 100644 --- a/docs/TMC_Drivers.md +++ b/docs/TMC_Drivers.md @@ -544,9 +544,13 @@ Some common errors and tips for diagnosing them: #### TMC reports error: `... ot=1(OvertempError!)` This indicates the motor driver disabled itself because it became too -hot. Typical solutions are to decrease the stepper motor current, -increase cooling on the stepper motor driver, and/or increase cooling -on the stepper motor. +hot. Typical solutions are to decrease the stepper motor current or +increase cooling on the stepper motor driver or add a heatsink or fan. + +Advanced users might want to check the specific TMC chip datasheet +and adjust the `OTTRIM` field of the `FACTORY_CONF` register to +increase the allowable temperature, or to reduce the `PWM_FREQ` to +reduce heat prodeuction. #### TMC reports error: `... ShortToGND` OR `ShortToSupply`