Maintenance; Introduction; Built-In-Test Equipment (Bite); Preventive Maintenance - Motorola MICOM-2E ALE Owner's Manual

Maintenance

Introduction

This section provides maintenance information for the user of the
MICOM-2E Radio. By carrying out the installation procedures correctly
and following the maintenance instructions properly, you ensure
continual operation of your radio set.

Built-In-Test Equipment (BITE)

When an internal problem appears or is suspected, the MICOM-2E
internal BITE will assist the user to locate the source of this possible
problem and inform the service shop or dealer accordingly.

Preventive Maintenance

System Integrity

Periodically check the integrity of your system, check the power source,
cables, coaxes, connectors, antenna tuner (if exists) and antenna.
Carefully check that no damage has been caused to your cables, pay
extra attention to runway through holes and bent cables.

Periodic Calibration

To keep the frequency accuracy of your radio, it is required to calibrate
its internal frequency source after the third, sixth and twelfth month, and
yearly thereafter. Please ensure that your radio is calibrated on time.
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