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MAINTENANCE
Probe Shield Care and Replacement
This section applies only to the following probes; for probe shield part
numbers:
• HI-6122
• HI-6105
• HI-6023
• HI-6006
Before performing any
maintenance, follow
the safety information
in the ETS-Lindgren
Product Information
Bulletin included with
your shipment.
Maintenance of probes
is limited to external
components like
cables, connectors, and
probe shields (select
models only). For
further information on
fiber optic cable and
connector maintenance,
see Laser Probes
and Maintenance of
Fiber Optics.
Warranty may be void if
the housing is opened.
Note:
If you have any
questions concerning
maintenance, contact
our ETS-Lindgren
Customer Service.
Over time the probe shields may
accumulate foreign materials
that could become embedded in
the shield surface. Probe shields
must be kept clean to maintain
proper operation.
If the probe shields need to be replaced, you may order them from ETS-
Lindgren. Follow these steps to replace the probe shields:
1.
Remove the nylon screws from the probe shield.
2. Lift the shield straight up and away from the housing.
Lift the shield high enough to clear the internal antenna assembly, or
you may damage the assembly. Never touch the antenna assembly. You
may transfer a static charge to the assembly that may distort or disable
the measuring capability in that axis.
3. With the probe in a protective, supportive position, carefully replace the
probe shield by lowering it straight down onto the housing.
Make sure to clear the internal antenna assembly when lowering the
shield or you may damage the assembly.
4. Replace the screws snugly without over-tightening them.
Over-tightening the screws may damage the screw heads. If you require
additional nylon screws, you may order them from ETS-Lindgren or
obtain them locally. Non-conductive screws must be used for this
application. Never use metal screws.
5. Repeat this procedure for the other shields, if necessary.