Comtech EF Data SPOD PS 1, PS 1.5, and PS 2 C-, X-, or Ku-Band - Manual (Page 181)

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SPOD PS 1 SPOD PS 1.5 SPOD PS 2
Appendix C. MAINTENANCE
C.1 Overview
Figure C-1. Comtech EF Data SPOD Outdoor Amplifiers
The fans used by Comtech EF Data’s SPOD family of Outdoor Amplifiers (Figure C-1) are
designed for long life, even in harsh environments. Still, they are mechanical devices, subject to
wear, and may need replacement after several years.
In most environments, Comtech EF Data recommends clearing the heat sinks of dust and debris
approximately once per year to ensure optimal fan life. You can use the temperature trending
data, available from the SPOD Web Server Interface ‘Status | Trending Graphs’ page (Figure
C-2) as a guide to determine if more or less frequent preventative maintenance is required.
Sect. 4.5.5.4.6 Status | Trending Graphs (Chapter 4. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT)
This appendix outlines the procedures for uninstalling the SPOD PD-1, PS 1.5, or PS 2 fan shroud,
inspecting and cleaning the heat sinks, and then re-installing the fan shroud.