Table 4-1. Recommended Annual Inspection - Ametek SPS A Series Operation Manual

Maintenance
An annual inspection of the SPS-A Series unit is recommended. Table 4–
1 lists the visual inspection checks to be performed, and the corrective
action to be taken.
Item
External connector
plugs and jacks
Chassis, fan, and
extruded heatsinks
External electrical
wiring
External solder
connections
Dirt and moisture
buildup
Front panel controls
and meters
CAUTION!
For safe and continued operation of the SPS-A Series, always operate the
unit in a temperature and humidity controlled, indoor area, free of
conductive contaminants. Remember to keep the rear and sides of the unit
free of obstructions to ensure proper ventilation.
4-2
Table 4–1. Recommended Annual Inspection
Inspect For
Looseness, bent or corroded
contacts, damage or improper
seating in mating connector
Dirt and corrosion
Broken, burned or pinched
wire; frayed, worn or missing
insulation
Corrosion, loose, cracked, or
dirty connections
Short circuits, arcing,
corrosion, overheating
Dirt and corrosion
AMREL SPS-A Series
Corrective Action
Clean contacts with solvent
moistened cloth, soft bristle brush,
small vacuum, or low compressed
air.
Replace connectors damaged,
deeply corroded, or improperly
seated in mating connector.
Clean with cloth moistened with
soapy water.
Repair or replace defective wires.
Clean and resolder connections.
Clean as required.
Clean with cloth moistened with
soapy water.
Use a Kimwipe tissue and GTC
glass–cleaning compound to clean
the meter faces.
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