25
ARMASIGHT by FLIR
SPARK
U S E R M A N U A L
SEQ
NO.
LOCATION ITEM TO
CHECK/ SERVICE
PROCEDURE
NOT FULLY MISSION
CAPABLE IF...
5 Eyecup
Inspect for dirt, dust. Inspect for cracked or torn,
bent, broken or improperly fitting eyecup.
If necessary, clean as per Para 4.4.2.
Cup torn or cut.
6 Battery
Compartment/
Cap
Verify that the battery cap is present. Inspect for
corrosion, moisture, corroded or defective contacts.
Verify that the o-ring is present.
Cap is missing, contacts
damaged or corroded, or
o-ring is missing.
7 Function Switch Check the switch for operation (without a battery).
Switch has no definite
stopping points. Switch knob
is broken or missing.
8 Lenses
Inspect optical surfaces for dirt, fingerprint residue,
scratches, chips, or cracks.
Scratches or chips hinder
vision with Spark turned on.
Cracks are present.
9 Focusing Ring
Rotate the focusing ring to ensure free movement
(range is approximately 1/3 turn).
Ring gets stuck or adversely
affects the user’s ability to
properly focus the unit.
10 Eyepiece Ring
Rotate the eyepiece ring to make sure the eyepiece
is not too tight or too loose. Range is approximately
½ turn.
Ring gets stuck, is too loose,
or adversely affects the
user’s ability to properly
adjust the diopter.
11 Optional
Equipment
Inspect optional items for dirt, or corrosion, damage,
and missing parts. Check for proper operation.
If necessary, clean as detailed in Part 4.4.2.
Equipment is damaged or
parts are missing.
OPERATIONAL CHECKS
CAUTION:
Do not activate the Spark in daylight unless the lens cap is on, or you are operating under dark conditions.
NOTE:
Daylight checks are described below.
12 Function Switch Install the battery. Turn the switch from OFF to ON.
Look for the green glow in eyepiece (it should appear
after a slight delay), and wait about 10 s for image to
disappear.
Image is present.
13 Viewed Image
Inspect for any operational defects (refer to Part
4.3.1: Identification of Operational Defects).
Shading, edge glow, flashing,
flickering, and intermittent
operation, or excessive
cosmetic defects are found.
POST-CHECKS PROCEDURES
14
Turn the unit OFF. Verify that the green glow fades
from the eyepieces.
Remove the battery.
Return the unit and all accessories to the soft
carrying case.
TABLE 4-1. CONTINUED
