AR 10013164, Operating And Service Manual

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FL7006/FL7030/FL7218/FL7040/FL7060Kit
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4.4.2 Cables
Periodically inspect fiber optic cables for physical damage. Replace damaged cables. Do not manually force
connector shutters open. Damage to the connectors will result and laser radiation may escape.
4.4.3 Probe Interface
Periodically inspect the interface for physical damage. There are no user-repairable parts in the interface.
The laser module in the interface is factory-replaceable with one of the same type without requiring re-
calibration of the probe kit. The laser used in the interface will gradually degrade in light (optical) output over
its operating life. Noticeable degradation is likely in about 10,000 operating hours. The unit as delivered has
adequate optical power margin to allow for some degradation under specified operating conditions. The light
output reduction prior to noticeable performance degradation varies by model and application conditions and
is affected by the number and length of fiber cable extensions.
If damage to the interface is observed, return to the factory for repair.
4.5 RETURN PROCEDURE
To return a Field Probe to AR, use the following procedure:
1. Contact the AR Customer Service Department.
2. Briefly describe the problem in writing. Give details regarding the observed symptom(s), and whether the
problem is constant or intermittent in nature. If AR has been previously contacted about the problem,
provide the date(s), identify the contact and the nature of the contact.
3. Package the Field Probe kit carefully. Use the original shipping case, boxes and packing materials, if
possible.
4. To return an item, contact AR Customer Service for an RMA number and shipping instructions. Returns
from outside the United States are not permitted without prior authorization. If shipping from outside of
the United States, closely follow all directions on the RMA form for return shipping and marking.
If the Field Probe is still under warranty, refer to the Limited Warranty for additional information about
your return.
4.6 PERIODIC CALIBRATION
The frequency of calibration and level (grade) of calibration should be determined by the user after carefully
considering the application requirements. Normal considerations include field accuracy requirements, test
environment, mode of use, frequency range and field level range. Users may wish to refer to IEEE Std 1309-
2013 for guidelines in specifying and selecting the calibration details. This standard includes consensus
calibration methods for many different field probes, including recommendations for probe types that are
similar to this probe kit.
Prior to returning a probe kit for calibration, the user should specify what type of calibration is requested,
standard or custom, and request a quote for the calibration. User can specify normal AR calibration (standard)
for this probe kit, or specify other calibration desired (custom) using Form 647. To avoid confusion, the user
must specify in writing the required calibration when returning probe kit for calibration.
If not otherwise specified by the user in the calibration order, AR will verify that the probe kit is performing
within specifications by performing a subset of testing equivalent to the test performed on this unit when