Preventing Test Port Connector Damage - Agilent Technologies PNA Series Installation And Quick Start Manual

Preventing Test Port Connector Damage

Do
Inspect connectors with magnifying glass
Look for metal debris, deep scratches or dents
Inspect and gage connectors
Use correct torque wrench
Do
Align connectors first
Rotate only the connector nut
Use correct torque wrench
NOTE Agilent strongly recommends that adapters be used as connector savers to
minimize the wear on the analyzer test port connectors. Use
instrument-grade quality adapters or better.
For more information on the proper use and maintenance of connectors, search the
analyzer's Help system for "Connector Care." See
Analyzer."
E8356-90001
Visual Inspection and Gaging Connectors
Making Connections
Preventing Test Port Connector Damage
Do Not
Use a connector with a bent or broken center
conductor
Use a connector with deformed threads
Use a connector with a protruding center
conductor
Use an out-of-specification connector
Do Not
Cross-thread the connection
Twist connector body to make the connection
Mate different connector types
Chapter 3 , "Getting Help with Your
Operating Precautions
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