AR 1000S1G6C, Operating And Service Manual

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Model 1000S1G6C
Rev A 13
2.4.2.1.4 Cleaning Procedure
1. Remove loose particles on the mating surfaces, threads, and similar surfaces using low-pressure compressed
air. Avoid forcing dirt down into the connector by applying the forced air at a slight angle.
2. Use only isopropyl alcohol 90% for cleaning the connector parts. Clean the threads of the connector with a
narrow-tipped lint-free cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol 90%.
3. Clean the mating plane surfaces and connector threads by gently moving the cotton swab around the center
pin. Do
not
touch the center pin.
2.4.2.2 Mating 7-16 DIN Connectors
Perform a careful inspection of the connector and if necessary, blowout or clean any particle matter out of the
connector.
Next, carefully but firmly push the male 7-16 end of the device or adapter straight into the female 7-16
receptacle of the connector. See Figure 2-4.
Care must be taken to ensure that the connectors are aligned when interfacing or the connector bodies may be
damaged. Be sure that the connector is fully seated before tightening the connecting nut of the male 7-16
connector. Once interfaced, hold the body of the device or adapter to be attached, and hand-tighten the
connecting nut.
Figure 2-4. Align Connectors for Interface
2.4.2.3 Torquing 7-16 DIN Connectors
For proper connection to the RF output connector a torque of 221 in-lbs. (24.97 N-m) shall be used.
Using the two wrenches, place one wrench on the flats of the connector body and the other wrench on the flats
of the nut to be tightened as shown. While applying an equal and opposite amount of torque to the wrench
holding the body on the connector saver, tighten the connecting nut on the device to the specified rating. (221
in-lbs, 24.97 N-m). Do not use excessive force! Use of excessive force, unequal amounts of torque and counter
torque or “cranking down” on the connector will damage the connector body and threads. See Figure 2-5.