Motorola ASTRO XTS 3000 Service Manual page 25

XTS 3000 ASTRO Digital Radio Basic Service Manual
Complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) devices, and other high technology devices, are used
in this family of radios. While the attributes of these devices are many, their characteristics make them
susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD) or high-voltage charges. Damage can be latent,
resulting in failures occurring weeks or months later. Therefore, special precautions must be taken to prevent
device damage during disassembly, troubleshooting, and repair. Handling precautions are mandatory for this
radio, and are especially important in low-humidity conditions. At this time, troubleshooting and repair of the
radio will not be supported by the field or self-maintained customer. DO NOT attempt to disassemble the radio.
68P81083C85-A March 2004
• The XTS 3000 R radio is designed to be submersed to a maximum depth of 6
feet and a maximum submersion time of 4 hours. Exceeding either maximum
limit may result in damage to the radio.
a.
If the radio has been submersed in water, shake the radio well to remove
any water that may be trapped inside the speaker grille and microphone port.
Otherwise, the water could cause decreased audio capabilities.
b.
If the radio's battery contact area has been exposed to water, dry and clean
battery contacts on both the radio and the battery before attaching the battery
to the radio. Otherwise, the water could short-circuit the radio.
c. If the radio has been submersed in a corrosive medium (such as salt water), rinse
the radio and battery in fresh water and dry the radio and battery.
d. To clean the exterior surfaces of the radio, use a diluted solution of mild dish washing
detergent and fresh water (one teaspoon of detergent to one gallon of water).
e. Do not disassemble the radio. This could damage radio seals and result
in leak paths into the radio. Radio maintenance should be performed
only by a qualified service person.
f. Elastomer technology materials used for seals in rugged portable radios can age
with time and environmental exposure. Therefore, Motorola recommends that rugged
radios be checked annually to assure the watertight integrity of the radio.
XTS 3000 R Radios Only
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