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Model 181 A/AR
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Section H
Paragraphs 2-1 to 2-17
SECTION Hi
INSTALLATION
2-1. INITIAL
INSPECTION.
2-2.
MECHANICAL CHECK.
Check the shipping
carton for damage immediately after receipt.
If itis
.damaged,
ask the carrier's agent to be present when
the instrument is unpacked. Inspect the Model 181A/AR
for physical damage such as bent or broken parts and
dents
or scratches.
If damage
is found,
refer to
Paragraph 2-4 for recommended claim procedure.
H
the Model 181A/AR appears undamaged,
perform the
electrical check (Paragraph 2-3).
Retain the pack-
aging material for possible future use.
2-3.
ELECTRICAL
CHECK.
The performance
check is given in Paragraphs 5-5 through 5-14.
This
check will determine whether or not the instrumentis
still operating within its specifications
as listed in
Table 1-1.
The
initial performance
and accuracy of
this instrument
are
certified as stated on the inside
front cover of this manual.
If the Model 181A/AR
does not operate as specified,
refer to Paragraph 2-4
for the recommended claim procedure.
Priortoiniti-
ating any performance
check,
refer to Paragraphs
2-10 through 2-14 andthe operating guidance provided
in Section HI.
2-4. CLAIMS.
2-5.
H physical damage is found or if the instrument
is not within specifications when received,
notify the
carrier and the nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales/Service
Office
immediately.
The Sales/Service
Office
will
arrange for the repair
or replacement
of the instrument
without waiting for a claim to be settled
with the
carrier.
2-6, REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT.
2-7.
Hf the instrument is to be shipped to a Hewlett-
Packard Sales/Service Office, attach atagto it show-
ing owner
and owner's address,
instrument's
model
number and 8 digit serial.number,
and a description
of service required.
2-8.
The original shipping carton and packaging ma-
terials,
exceptfor the accordion-pleated
pads, should
be used for reshipment..
If they are not available
or
reusable,
the instrument
should
be repackaged
with
the following materials:
a. A double-walled carton (refer to Tabie 2-1 for
test strength required).
Table 2-1.
Shipping Carton Test Strength
Gross
Weight
(ibs)
Carton Test Strength (lbs)
up to 10
10 to 30
30 to 120
120 to 140
140 to 160
02612-3
b. Heavy
paper
or sheets of cardboard to protect
all instrument surfaces
(use a nonabrasive
material
such
as polyurethane
or à cushioned paper
such as.
Kimpak around all projecting parts).
C. At least 4 inches
of tightly packed,
industry
approved,
shock
absorbing
material,
such as extra
firm polyurethane foam.
d. Heavy duty shipping tape to secure
outside
of
carton.
(2-9. PREPARATION FOR USE.
2-10. POWER REQUIREMENTS.
2-11. The Model 181A/AR requires either a 115 or
230 vac +10%, single phase, 50to 400 Hz power source
: that can deliver 100 watts.
a. 115V OPERATION.
Thisinstrument as shipped,
is ready for operation on 115 vac. See Step b below
for 230 vac operation.
Before
applying power,
check the rear
panel slide switch for proper position,
(115 or 230).
b. 230V OPERATION.
If the instrument is to be
operated on 230 vac, setthe rear panel switch to 230.
It is not necessary to replace the 115V fuse. Position-
ing the 115/230 switch selects the proper fuse forthe
desired voltage.
2.12. THREE-CONDUCTOR
POWER
CABLE.
2-13. The National Electrical Manufacturer's Associ-
ation (NEMA) recommends that the instrument panel
and cabinet be grounded to protect the operating per- .
sonnel.
The Model 181A/AR is equipped with a de-
tachable three-conductor power cord
which, when
plugged into an appropriate outlet, grounds the instru-
ment through
the round offset pin.
When
operating
the Model 181A/AR from a two-contact outlet, use a
three-conductor to two-conductor adapter.
Preserve
the safety feature by grounding the adapter lead.
A
3-way grounding terminal is also provided on the rear
panel of the instrument.
2-14.
INSTRUMENT
MOUNTING.
2-15. BENCH USE.
Both
the Model
181A
and the
Model 181AR,
as shipped from the factory,
are in-
tended for bench use,
The
Model
181AR,
however,
may be rack mounted as described in Paragraph 2-16.
2-16. RACK MOUNTING.
A kit for converting the
Model 181AR to a rack
mount
is supplied with
each
instrument.
Instructions for making the conversion
are given below.
Refer to Figure 2-1 for parts iden-
tification.
2-1
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