Cleaning The Mirrors; Fan Replacement - Vision Engineering Mantis Operating Instructions And Service Manual

Should the Mantis stereo viewing system require service the unit may be returned to Vision
Engineering Inc. Some of the simpler repair procedures are discussed here to prevent
excessive downtime.

Cleaning the mirrors

The mirrors within the Mantis viewing head can be cleaned. These mirrors are very delicate and
can only be blown off with clean, dry air. Never wipe the mirrors with any type of cloth.
Required Tools:
Small Phillips screwdriver
Medium Phillips screwdriver (magnetic preferred)
Work in a dust free environment
1. Remove the Mantis viewing head from its support by removing the Yaw bolt.
2. Rest the viewing head upside down (objective turret facing "UP")
3. Remove the two screws on the rear of the viewing head.
4. Remove both filter trays to gain access to the lamps. Do not allow the diffuser lens to drop
when removing the lamp covers.
5. Remove the screw located in each lamp socket.
6. The lower viewing head assembly (black lower section) should now be removable
7. Turn the lower viewing head assembly over to prevent dust accumulation on the mirror.
8. Without Touching the Mirrors, blow off mirrors with CLEAN, DRY AIR while holding unit
upright. Ensure that any dust falls out of the viewing head.
9. If any contaminant is on the beam splitter, it can be gently wiped with a soft cloth.
10. Reassemble by reversing the disassembly instructions.
8) Service (con't)

Fan Replacement

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