Faro Gage, Manual

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FARO Gage
May 2011
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Chapter 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Chapter 6: Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the basic maintenance for your Gage and some examples
of common problems with solutions. There are no user replaceable parts in the
Gage.
Normal Maintenance
Gage
The Gage is a precision instrument that contains many sensitive components, and
it should be handled with care. Here are some procedures you should take to
prevent problems from developing with your system:
• Place a dust cover over the Gage when not in use.
• Clean with a dry dust cloth. For heavy dirt buildups, use a very small amount
of warm water and gently clean the Arm. Be very careful not to bend the Arm
while cleaning.
• Check the cables for damage to outside insulation, connectors, and pins.
• Do not lubricate the Gage.
The Gage is compensated at FARO’s production facility and should only need to
be recompensated after the unit has been subjected to a shock that removes
surface material or causes bending. Periodic calibration tests should be
completed to certify the Gage accuracy and repeatability.
See “Gage
Calibration” on page 32.
FARO recommends you return your Gage to a service center, once a year, for our
annual calibration and a 15 point check up.
Host Computer
The computer is an electronic device containing many sensitive components. It
should be handled with care. Here are some steps you can take to prevent damage
to your system:
• Never use the computer in harsh environments where it may be subjected to
rapid temperature change or excessive dust.
• Never expose the computer to excessive shock or vibration.
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