Maintenance
6-3 Connector Cleaning
3659 0.8 mm Cal/Ver Kit & 2300-580-R PVS UG
PN: 10410-00327 Rev. D
6-5
Procedure
1.
Remove loose particles on the mating surfaces, threads, and similar surfaces using low-pressure clean (oil
free, solvent free) compressed air (40 PSI max) applied at a shallow angle so foreign particles are not
forced down into the connector.
2.
Clean the threads of the connector with a lint-free cotton swab dampened with IPA.
3.
Clean the mating surfaces and connector threads by gently moving the cotton swab around the center
pin. Avoid applying pressure to the center pin.
When the connector is clean, you should be able to hand tighten the connector to within approximately
one half turn of the specified torque.
4.
After cleaning with swabs, again use low-pressure compressed air to remove any remaining small
particles and dry the connector surfaces.
5.
Using magnification and adequate lighting, inspect the connectors for damage or debris.
Figure 6-5.
Low Pressure Compressed Air Cleaning
Caution
Do not insert cotton swabs at an angle or use a swab that is too large (
). Doing so can
damage the center pin.
Figure 6-6.
Avoid Angled or Large Swab
Figure 6-7.
Cleaning Connector with Cotton Swabs
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