Servicing Requirements; Specialised Service Tools; Static Strap; Interface Pen Mk 2 - Fisher & Paykel RF201A Service Manual

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SERVICING REQUIREMENTS

3.1

SPECIALISED SERVICE TOOLS

For the servicing of this product, specialised tools are needed.

Static Strap

To be used as ESD protection when replacing the console board.

Interface Pen Mk 2

Used to retrieve and download data from the electronic control module along with the diagnostic programme
on a laptop. Part number 425930.
3.2 HEALTH & SAFETY

Good Work Practices

1. Take care while removing all plastic components, especially when cold.
2. Leave the product clean and tidy when service work is completed.
3. Extreme heat in cabinets will cause plastic deterioration or distortion and thermal fuses in the
evaporator to go open circuit (be careful with heat guns).

Environmental Health And Safety

When servicing products, consider safety and health issues and requirements, which must be adhered to at
all times. Specific safety issues are:
1. Electrical safety.
2. Electrostatic discharge.
3. Mixing of foam insulation.
4. Vapours while brazing.
5. Reclaiming of refrigerant.

Good Practice And Safety

1. Take care when removing or servicing all electrical components to avoid electrical shock or short
circuit conditions.
2. Take care when removing plastic components at low temperatures as breakages can occur with these
components.
3. Extreme heating of plastic components can cause distortion of those parts being heated.
4. Avoid overheating temperature sensitive devices such as the element thermal fuse and cabinet
sensors.
5. Avoid using solvents and citrus based cleaners on all plastic parts. We advise only warm soapy water
be used.
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