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TM320 · Revised 4/15
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4.
Unpacking and Setting Up the Maxwell
®
16 MDx Instrument
4.A. Unpacking
1.
Remove the accessory box, power cord and literature package from the shipping container. Slide the instru-
ment out of the box.
Note
: Do not lift the instrument out of the box by the door handle.
2.
Remove the foam packaging from the sides of the instrument, and remove the clear plastic cover.
3.
Check that all the parts have been included (Figure 1).
4.
Set the Maxwell
®
16 MDx Instrument on a flat, level, solid surface in a dust-free location with good air
circulation. If possible, move the instrument back from the edge of the surface to prevent inadvertently
bumping the open door.
Important.
Save the packaging material in case the instrument needs to be returned for service or repair
later.
4.B. Removing the Magnetic Rod Assembly/Plunger Bar Platform Shipping Anchors
1.
Ensure that the instrument is turned o
ff
and unplugged.
2.
The magnetic rod assembly, plunger bar and platform are anchored in place during shipment to prevent
movement of and damage to these parts.
Note:
If the instrument has been switched on before removing the shipping anchors, you will hear the
motors grinding as they attempt to perform instrument calibration. If this occurs, immediately turn o
ff
andunplug the instrument and remove the shipping anchors. This will not result in permanent damage to
the instrument.
3.
Open the instrument door and locate the Magnetic Rod Assembly/Plunger Bar and Platform Shipping
Anchor thumbscrews. (Figures 8 and 9). Remove them.
Important.
Save the shipping anchor thumbscrews in case the instrument needs to be moved or returned
for service or repair at a later date.
Upper shipping anchors
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Figure 8. Upper shipping anchors.
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