6.MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Do not open the equipment.

Only qualified personnel should work inside the equipment.

6.1Maintenance

This unit is designed and manufactured to provide many years of trouble-free performance. However, no machine can perform to the utmost of its ability unless properly maintained. A maintenance program should be established and it should include the items listed in the table below.

 

Maintenance points

 

 

Check Point

Action

 

 

Whip antenna

Check for damage. Replace if damaged.

 

 

Antenna wire

Check for damage. Replace if damaged.

 

 

Junction between

Check for corrosion and tight connection. Clean and

whip antenna and

waterproof with sealing compound if necessary.

preamp (option)

 

 

 

Coaxial cable

Check for damage and tight connection. Replace if damaged.

 

 

Power cable

Check for tight connection at battery and FAX-30.

 

 

Ground terminal

Check for tight connection and corrosion. Replace if corroded.

 

 

Unit cleanliness

Dust and dirt should be removed with a soft cloth. Do not use

 

solvents such as benzine and toulene to clean the unit – they

 

can remove paint and markings or deform the equipment.

 

 

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