Preparation for Storage/Shipment

Preparation for Use

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Preparation for Storage and Shipment

The following paragraphs give instructions for preparing the MS278XB for storage or shipment.

Preparation for Storage

Preparing the analyzer for storage consists of cleaning the unit, packing the inside of the storage container with moisture-absorbing desiccant crystals, and storing the unit in a temperature controlled environment that is maintained between –40°C and +75°C.

Preparation for Shipment

To provide maximum protection against damage in transit, the analyzer should be repackaged in the original shipping container. If this container is no longer available and the unit is being returned to Anritsu for repair, advise Anritsu Customer Service; they will send a new shipping container free of charge. In the event neither of these two options is possible, instructions for packaging and shipment are given below.

Use a Suitable Container

Obtain a corrugated cardboard carton with a 125 kg test strength. This carton should have inside dimensions of no less than 15 cm larger than the unit dimensions to allow for cushioning.

Protect the Instrument

Surround the unit with polyethylene sheeting to protect the finish.

Cushion the Instrument

Cushion the instrument on all sides by tightly packing dunnage or urethane foam between the carton and the unit. Provide at least three inches of dunnage on all sides.

Seal the Container

Seal the carton by using either shipping tape or an industrial stapler.

Address the Container

If the instrument is being returned to Anritsu for service, mark the address of the appropriate Anritsu service center and your return address on the carton in one or more prominent locations.

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Anritsu Series MS278XB operation manual Preparation for Storage/Shipment, Preparation for Shipment