AMETEK SFA Series - Manual (Page 60)

Maintenance Sorensen SFA Series
An annual inspection of the SFA Series unit is recommended. Table 5–1 lists
the visual inspection checks to be performed, and the corrective action to be
taken.
Table 5–1. Recommended Annual Inspection
Item Inspect For Corrective Action
Clean contacts with solvent
moistened cloth, soft bristle brush,
small vacuum, or low compressed
air. External connector
plugs and jacks Looseness, bent or corroded
contacts, damage or improper
seating in mating connector
Replace connectors damaged,
deeply corroded, or improperly
seated in mating connector.
Chassis, fan, and
extruded heatsinks Dirt and corrosion Clean with cloth moistened with
soapy water.
External electrical
wiring Broken, burned or pinched
wire; frayed, worn or missing
insulation Repair or replace defective wires.
External solder
connections Corrosion, loose, cracked, or
dirty connections Clean and resolder connections.
Dirt and moisture
buildup Short circuits, arcing,
corrosion, overheating Clean as required.
Clean with cloth moistened with
soapy water. Front panel controls
and meters Dirt and corrosion
Use a Kimwipe tissue and GTC
glass–cleaning compound to clean
the meter faces.
CAUTION!
For safe and continued operation of the SFA Series, always operate the unit in a
temperature and humidity controlled, indoor area, free of conductive
contaminants. Remember to keep the rear and sides of the unit free of
obstructions to ensure proper ventilation.
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