6 service – American Magnetics 286 Multi-Sensor Liquid Level Instrument (CE-Marked) User Manual
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6 Service
The procedures in this section should only be performed by
Qualified Service Personnel (QSP).
6.1 Model 286 Maintenance
The Model 286 is designed and manufactured to provide years of reliable
service. The only routine maintenance required is to keep the exterior
surfaces of the instrument clean by gently wiping with a damp cloth
moistened with a mild detergent.
6.2 Model 286 Troubleshooting Hints
The following paragraphs serve as an aid to assist QSP in troubleshooting
a potential problem with the Model 286. If the QSP is not comfortable with
troubleshooting the system, contact an Authorized AMI Technical Support
Representative for assistance. Refer to “Additional Technical Support” on
page 93.
This instrument contains CMOS components which are susceptible to
damage by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Take the following precautions
whenever the cover of the instrument is removed.
1. Disassemble the instrument only in a static-free work area.
2. Use a conductive workstation or work area to dissipate static
charge.
3. Use a high resistance grounding wrist strap to reduce static charge
accumulation.
4. Ensure all plastic, paper, vinyl, Styrofoam
®
and other static
generating materials are kept away from the work area.
5. Minimize the handling of the instrument and all static sensitive
components.
6. Keep replacement parts in static-free packaging.
7. Do not slide static-sensitive devices over any surface.
8. Use only antistatic-type desoldering tools.