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Section 3
Model 288A Differential Pressure Indicating Switch
Section 3—Maintenance and Calibration
The following checks are recommended for preventive maintenance:
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Periodically inspect alarm switch mechanism to verify that all mounting
screws are seated properly.
•
Inspect linkage for wear.
•
Inspect integrity of electrical circuits. Tighten as necessary.
When repairs are necesssary, review this section for maintenance procedures
such as bezel/lens installation and removal, pointer installation and removal,
indicator calibration, switch calibration, and switch set point changes.
IMPORTANT See Appendix A for related warning/caution notices and instructions
on DPU inspection, cleaning, service, repair, range change, and BUA
replacement.
Never perform maintenance/repair on the instrument
or DPU without fi rst reviewing all procedures and warning/caution
notices in Appendix A.
Tools
The following tools are recommended for general maintenance of the Model
288A DP indicating switch.
Table 3.1—Tools
Equipment
Purpose
Pointer Puller
Pointer removal
Small Screwdriver
Calibration adjustment
Medium Screwdriver
Bezel removal and replacement
1/4" and 1/8" Open-end Wrenches
Zero (1/4") and Range (1/8") adjustments
1/8 Hex Allen Wrench
Switch set point adjustment
3/32" Hex Allen Wrench
Drive Arm Tightness Test
B ezel/Lens (or Cover) Installation and Removal
To remove the bezel and lens (or cover), perform the following steps, using
Figure 3.1 for reference.
1. Loosen the three screws on the front of bezel.
2. Tilt the bottom of the bezel and slide the bezel upward.
To reinstall the bezel and lens, assemble the components per Figure 3.1, page
15. The two snubbers (Part No. 9A-C0266-0028C) on the scale plate should
not be compressed against the lens cover and the pointer should not touch the
lens.
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