Comtech EF Data LPOD - Manual (Page 205)

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LPOD PS 1 LPOD PS-1 5 LPOD PS 2
Appendix C. MAINTENANCE
C.1 Overview
Figure C-1. Comtech EF Data LPOD Outdoor Amplifiers / BUCs
The fans used by Comtech EF Data’s LPOD family of Outdoor Amplifiers / Block Up Converters
(BUCs) (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 LPOD Web Server Interface ‘Status | Graphs’ page (Figure C-2 ) as a
guide to determine if more or less frequent preventative maintenance is required.
Sect. 4.5.5.4.5 Status | Graphs (Chapter 5. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT
MANAGEMENT)
This appendix outlines the procedures for uninstalling the LPOD PD-1, PS-1.5, or PS-2 fan
shroud, inspecting and cleaning the heat sinks, and then re-installing the fan shroud.