Edgetech PORT LF, User Hardware Manual

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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
The PORT-LF requires minimal maintenance, including pre-deployment preparations and checks, and
post-deployment cleaning. The important tasks include battery replacement, O-ring care and
maintenance, and general cleaning, inspection, and lubrication of operational elements.
6.1 To Open the PORT-LF
Should the need arise for service or replacement of parts, the following instructions detail complete
disassembly and reassembly of the Unit. These instructions will build upon the instructions in section
4.1
,
as they follow some of the same initial steps, but are more in depth.
Suggested tools include:
•
Pliers
• Philips Screw driver
Figure 6-1: The Fully Assembled PORT-LF
CAUTION!
Whenever disassembling the PORT-LF, the Release End should ALWAYS be opened or
removed first. The Transducer Cable connects the Transducer End to the Release End
via the electronics board. Therefore, the Release End MUST be opened in order to
unplug the transducer cable before the Transducer End can be safely removed from
the Housing.