
ENDEVCO MODEL 136 DC AMPLIFIER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IM136
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Section 3: ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND HANDLING
3.1
INTRODUCTION
The Model 136 DC Amplifier is self-contained electronic instrument that requires minimal
maintenance.
The Model 136 is designed to require no component-level repair by the user. However,
detailed schematics are available upon request.
The only periodic function performed by the user is quality calibration. Any component
failures simply require the user to return the unit to Endevco for repair/replacement.
Should a faulty unit be returned to Endevco, it is suggested that the original or equivalent
packaging be used. This will reduce damage to the equipment during shipment.
3.2
FACTORY SERVICE
A. FACTORY SERVICE
Endevco maintains factory service repair for all Endevco instruments. To obtain repair or
replacement of a defective instrument, place a call to Endevco to obtain a return material
authorization number (RMA), then return the instrument to the factory at the following
address:
Endevco
30700 Rancho Viejo Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949-493-8181
To return an instrument, please:
1. Ensure proper packaging, preferably the original shipping cartons.
2. Prepay shipping and insurance charges.
3. Attach the Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from Endevco and include any
information that may be pertinent to the description of the failure/problem.
B. WARRANTY
Endevco warrants each new electronic instrument to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. Please refer to the appropriate Warranty Policies for the terms and warranty
period. Instruments returned under warranty will be repaired or replaced at no charge, If the
failure is due to defective material or workmanship; and the unit is returned within the time
period and conditions of Endevco's warranty policy.
C. OUT-OF-WARRANTY RETURNS
Enclose a purchase order not to exceed $300.00, authorizing repair/calibration along with a
full explanation of the failure or symptoms observed to help in fixing the problem. The
instrument will be repaired/calibrated, returned and invoiced for the actual repair charges. If
the instrument cannot be repaired for $300.00 or less, Endevco will submit a written quotation
for the cost of the repair and/or replacement of the unit.