Mechanical Testing - Minelab F3 COMPACT Service Manual

F3 COMPACT Service Manual
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2.1 Mechanical Testing

a. Confirm all parts and accessories are present and in good working order. Unpack the
detector and prepare for use. Figure 2 identifies the major components of the F3 COMPACT.
Mechanical testing and inspection includes checking the following:
The detector for any obvious signs of damage,
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Coil movement is smooth in both axes and holds its position without drooping,
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The skid plate is firmly attached and has no holes or cracks,
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Shafts extend and retract smoothly and the camlocks hold the shafts firmly in location,
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The shaft hinge moves freely when the handle is down and locks into extended position
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when the handle is up,
The battery lid opens and locks, the battery lid tether is in good condition, and the
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battery lid O-ring is clean and in good condition,
The handle slides up and down freely locking into position,
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The armrest extends and retracts smoothly,
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The armrest strap is in good condition,
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The earset dust caps are in good condition, and
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Sensitivity and On/Off knobs do not turn unless lifted and rotated and then spring back
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into the locked position when released.
b. The detector must pass all mechanical tests and checks to be considered acceptable for
operational use.
Figure 2: F3 COMPACT Major Components
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1 Armrest
2 Test piece
3 Battery Compartment
4 Earset Connector
5 Main Body
6 Controls
7 Upper Shaft
8 Middle Shaft
9 Lower Shaft
10 Coil Pivot Assembly
11 Skid plate
12 Coil
13 Lower Camlock
14 Upper Camlock
15 Shaft Hinge
16 Handle Assembly
17 Armrest Strap