Klein Marine Systems, Inc. HydroChart 5000, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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CHAPTER 4: E
QUIPMENT
M
AINTENANCE
This chapter provides instructions for equipment maintenance and includes guides
for taking care of the HydroChart 5000 Sonar System on a daily, weekly, and long
term basis. In addition, instructions are provided for disassembling and
reassembling the Sonar Head Unit.
4.1 Maintenance General Comments
Equipment used at sea is subjected to severe environmental and handling
conditions. While the HydroChart 5000 Sonar System is designed to operate in
such conditions, a certain amount of routine maintenance is necessary to ensure
trouble free, long term operation.
Keep a maintenance log. This provides assistance in tracking what has or has not
been done with the system. A log is useful when tracking problems, if they do
occur, and is especially important if more than one TPU, SonarPro Workstation, or
Sonar Head Unit is used in a large survey operation. Inventory the system and
related spares and accessories carefully. Record the serial numbers of the major
components, such as the TPU, the SonarPro Workstation, and the Sonar Head Unit.
Store the shipping boxes in a safe place so they can be reused when needed. A
small amount of regular maintenance and care makes the critical difference in a
successful field operation. The following pages contain the recommended routine
checking and maintenance schedules for a daily, weekly, and long term basis.
4.2 Maintenance Checklists
4.2.1 Daily Maintenance Checklist
Perform the following maintenance steps at the end of each day’s operation:
1. Turn off the power to the TPU and to the SonarPro Workstation.
2. Verify that all cables and connectors are secure and tightened.
3. If fresh water is available, wash down the Sonar Head Unit. Cover it while not in
use to protect against salt water spray and to minimize corrosion.