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CHAPTER IV

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SECTION II TROUBLESHOOTING

4.2 GENERAL

The purpose of troubleshooting is to identify the most frequent equipment

malfunctions, probable causes, and corrective actions required. Table 4-2 lists

the common malfunctions which may be found during the operation or mainte-

nance of the DBAL-I

and accessory equipment. Perform the tests, inspections

and corrective actions in the order listed. This manual cannot list all malfunctions

that may occur; or all tests, inspections and corrective actions.

Table 4-1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services

Malfunction

Test / Inspection

Corrective Action

Ref. Para.

1. POINT/ILLUM

a. Ensure Activation Mode

-Properly align switch.

3.2.b

beams fai to come

Selector Switch is in proper

on or stay on.

position.

b. Verify Exit Port Cover is

-Remove Exit Port

4.3.b

removed and that the Exit Port

Covers.

Lens is not obscured by

-Clean POINT/ILLUM

mud/dirt.

Exit Port Lenses.

c. Verify battery installation.

-Tighten battery cap.

3.2.a

-Install new battery

d. Inspect battery cap for damage -Notify Unit Maintenance.

or corrosion.

Summary of Contents for DBAL-I2

Page 1: ...DUAL BEAM AIMING LASER VISIBLE LASER POINTER IR LASER Technical Manual ...

Page 2: ...NSTRUCTIONS 18 SECTION II MOUNTING PROCEDURES 35 SECTION III ZEROING PROCEDURES 39 SECTION I OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS 53 SECTION II OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 59 SECTION III OPERATOR MAINTENANCE 62 SECTION I UNIT TROUBLESHOOTING 66 SECTION II UNIT MAINTENANCE 69 SECTION III SERVICE PACKING AND UNPACKING 74 REPAIR PARTS 77 ...

Page 3: ...ASER WAVELENGTH RED 635 nm GREEN 532 nm OUTPUT 5 mW INFRARED LASER POINTER CLASS I OUTPUT IR LASER 0 7 mW WAVELENGTH 850 nm DO NOT stare into the laser beam DO NOT look into the laser beam through binoculars or telescopes DO NOT point the laser beam at mirror like surfaces DO NOT shine the laser beam into other individual s eyes 2 ...

Page 4: ...5 mW IIIa 199 7 DEFINITION OF THE FOLLOWING ALERTS THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL WARNING Identifies a clear danger to the person doing that procedure CAUTION Identifies risk of damage to the equipment NOTE Used to highlight essential procedures conditions statements or convey important instructional data to the user 3 ...

Page 5: ...NG DO NOT store the DBAL I2 with the battery installed WARNING The High Power Modes are blocked with a safety screw WARNING To operate the DBAL I2 in the High Power modes the blue safety screw must be removed from the back of the unit The Armorer will remove and store the safety screw WARNING All directions such as CW and CCW are given from the shooter s point of view as though the DBAL I2 were we...

Page 6: ...n the DBAL I2 DO NOT install battery incorrectly Store at room temperature Refer to applicable federal state and local laws and regulations for proper disposal of the batteries WARNING Make sure the Activation Mode Selector Switch is in the OFF position before inspecting the Exit Port Lenses of the DBAL I2 WARNING If the Activation Selector Switch is not in the OFF position the laser can be inadve...

Page 7: ...lling it into the DBAL I2 housing as you may strip the housing threads CAUTION Prior to submerging the DBAL I2 make sure the infrared illuminator focusing knob has been adjusted in a CCW direction to the focus point CAUTION Use ONLY authorized cleaning supplies on the DBAL I2 or permanent damage may occur CAUTION DO NOT remove the Remote Cable Switch by pulling on the cable CAUTION To prevent dama...

Page 8: ...e entire manual before operating the equipment Read the complete maintenance task before performing maintenance and follow all WARNINGS CAUTIONS and NOTES Manual Overview The manual contains sections for Operating and Maintaining the DBAL I2 Appendix A Repair Parts 7 ...

Page 9: ...CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 8 Figure 1 1 DBAL I2 in Use ...

Page 10: ...NS If your DBAL I2 needs improvement let us know Mail your comments to Steiner Optik 331 E 8th St Greeley CO 80631 or email laserlightsinfo steiner optics com 1 3 Steiner 3 Year Laser Device Warranty On all laser devices Steiner offers a 3 Year Limited Warranty from the date of purchase that covers all laser optical and electronic components materials and workmanship All warranties are void if the...

Page 11: ...le Applicator Neoprene Jack Plug Plug Assembly O Ring Gasket Safety Screw Electrical Dial Knob Lock Pattern Generator Optical Instrument Reticle Lens Covers Exit Port Covers Paddle Switch Remote Cable Switch Battery 3V CR 123A Technical Manual Operator and Field Maintenance Manual Tape Fastener Loop Fastener Loop Tape Tape Fastener Hook Fastener Hook Tape 10 ...

Page 12: ...ting Diode LO Low m Meter Max Maximum Mfr Manufacturer Min Minimum MOM Momentary mm Millimeter mrad Milliradians mW Milliwatts nm Nanometers No Number NOHD Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance NSN National Stock Number NVD Night Vision Device O D Optical Density OIR Optical Instrument Reticle Para Paragraph PWR Power QTY Quantity RAS Rail Adapter System RMA Return Material Authorization SR Service Repre...

Page 13: ...r illumination of the target or target area The IR ILLUM provides supplemental illumination of the target area and is equipped with an adjustable bezel to vary the size of the illumination beam The DBAL I2 can be used as either a handheld pointer illuminator or can be weapon mounted using a quick release mount In the weapon mounted mode the DBAL I2 can be used to accurately direct fire as well as ...

Page 14: ...gure 2 1 DBAL I2 Features 13 ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 IR ILLUM Adjusters 2 IR ILLUM Laser Exit Port 3 3V CR123A Battery Cap and Compartment 4 IR POINT Laser Exit Port 5 Quick Release Mount 6 IR POINT Adjusters ...

Page 15: ... 75 in 7 cm Height including mounting bracket 1 59 in 4 0 cm PERFORMANCE Laser Wavelength IR POINT GREEN 532 nm RED 635 nm IR LASER 850 nm Output Power IR POINT 5 mW IR LASER 0 7 mW Beam Divergence IR POINT 0 8 mrad IR LASER 0 8 mrad Battery Life 3 0 Hours on Dual High 3V CR 123A POINT ILLUM RANGE STARLIGHT CONDITIONS IR POINT GREEN 750 m RED 250 m IR LASER 250 m 14 ...

Page 16: ...Fastener Hook 1 2 attached to remote cable switch Black 3 Remote Cable Switch 7 4 Optical Instrument Reticle OIR set of 5 5 Battery 3V CR 123A must be used with associated battery cap 6 DBAL I2 Assembly 7 Plastic Case 8 Operator and Field Maintenance Manual Fig 2 2 DBAL I2 Major Components 15 ...

Page 17: ... pressure pad will activate the DBAL I2 continuously for 5 minutes Pressing the pressure pad again will return the unit to momentary activation The pressure pad provides a tactile silent click that indicates when the switch has been activated 2 3 d Optical Instrument Reticle OIR Pattern Generators NOTE OIRs are not designed for accurate aiming of the weapon The Optical Instrument Reticles OIR also...

Page 18: ...ld Maintenance Manual NOTE You must read the entire Operator and Field Maintenance Manual before operating the DBAL I2 and follow all WARNINGS CAUTIONS and NOTES The Operator and Field Maintenance Manual provides safety information equipment information operating instructions mounting procedures zeroing procedures and maintenance procedures 17 2 3 e Battery One 3V CR 123A battery is used as a powe...

Page 19: ...pect the battery compartment for dirt moisture and corro sion Clean the battery compartment as needed refer to Paragraph 4 3 c Inspect the O ring seal on the battery cap to make sure it is free of sand and dirt particles and that it has not been damaged see Paragraph 4 3 d Install the battery as indicated by the marking on the DBAL I2 housing Reinstall the battery cap and hand tighten in a CCW dir...

Page 20: ...lector Switch WARNING The High Power Modes of operation are blocked with a blue Safety Screw NOTE The DBAL I2 will not operate if the rotary switch is not aligned with the marked switch position In extreme cold temperatures the switch may offer more resistance ...

Page 21: ... DBAL I2 housing It is used to select between the various modes of operation when the Remote Cable Switch or the Integrated Momentary Activation Switch is depressed The Activation Mode Selector Switch has six positions See Table 3 1 Figure 3 2 Activation Mode Selector Switch ...

Page 22: ...Used for pointing aiming AIM HI when the Remote Cable at long ranges DO NOT use for Switchor Integrated Momentary bore sighting the weapon Activation switch is depressed 5 L H LOW IR POINT HIGH IR ILLUM are DUAL LO HI activated when the Remote Cable Switch or Integrated Momentary Activation switch is depressed 6 H H HIGH IR POINT HIGH IR ILLUM are DUAL HI HI activated when the Remote Cable Switch ...

Page 23: ...into the DBAL I2 housing as you may strip the housing threads The Safety Screw is a blue colored hex head screw that when installed prevents the operator from accessing the non eye safe HI PWR modes of operation Unit standing operating procedures will provide direction on removal of the Safety Screw to enable the HI PWR modes of operation A 3 32 in Hex Key is used to remove the Safety Screw Figure...

Page 24: ...s the DBAL I2 laser function selected by the Activation Mode Selector Switch When the switch is released the DBAL I2 turns off Double clicking the Integrated Momentary Activation Switch will activate the DBAL I2 in a continuous ON mode for 5 minutes Pressing the Integrated Momentary Activation Switch once again will return the unit to the momentary mode Figure 3 4 Integrated Momentary Activation S...

Page 25: ...indicating that the laser is ON The LED will remain lit until the Integrated Momentary Activation Switch or Remote Cable Switch is released When the Remote Cable Switch or Integrated Momentary Activation Switch has been pressed twice in rapid succession the LED will light up indicating that the laser is functioning in a constant ON mode The LED will remain lit for 5 minutes or until the Integrated...

Page 26: ...tch by pulling on the cable NOTE When installing the Remote Cable Switch twist the plug into the remote cable port The DBAL I2 Activation Mode Selector Switch must be turned to a laser setting to use the Remote Cable Switch DBAL I2 will not operate if the rotary switch is not aligned with the marked switch position ...

Page 27: ...ased the DBAL I2 turns off In the Momentary Mode when the Remote Cable Switch has been double clicked the DBAL I2 will be activated in a constant ON mode for 5 minutes or until the Remote Cable Switch is pressed once again to return the unit to momentary activation When the Remote Cable Switch is installed into the DBAL I2 it automatically locks in place To remove it pull back on the plug s sleeve...

Page 28: ...using knob has been adjusted to the focus point InextremecoldtemperaturestheIRILLUMfocusingknobmayoffermore resistance The IR ILLUM focus knob is marked with a white dot to use as a reference point Direction of rotation and the corresponding beam size spot to flood is indicated on the DBAL I2 housing Turn the IR ILLUM CCW from the shooter s perspective to mechanical stop then CW to line up the whi...

Page 29: ...it port covers are not intended for use over the Optical Instrument Reticles When installing the OIR the top loop is identified by an ear on one side If the OIR is installed in front of the IR ILLUM and the pattern appears blurry or is unrecognizable focus the IR ILLUM to a point To do this turn the IR ILLUM CCW from the shooter s perspective to mechanical stop then CW to line up the white dots ...

Page 30: ...n square or T shape as shown in Figure 3 8 To use the OIR select the appropriate pattern as marked on the front of the OIR Remove the Exit Port cover and replace it with the OIR To remove the top Exit Port Cover pull on the loose end of the Exit Port Cover retaining strap and stretch it over the top stud Repeat the procedure to remove the bottom Exit Port Cover retaining strap from the DBAL I2 Fig...

Page 31: ...the retaining strap over the stud located on the top of the housing CAUTION DO NOT over adjust the adjusters by forcing them beyond their end of travel NOTE Always move the adjusters slowly once click at a time to prevent the adjuster from jumping detents In extreme cold temperatures the adjusters may offer more resistance Figure 3 9 Installation of OIR or Pattern Generator ...

Page 32: ...equired when zeroing the DBAL I2 to retain the set alignment See paragraph 3 4 The adjuster knobs on the DBAL I2 may vary slightly in the force required to turn the adjusters This is normal and does not indicate a failure condition At the maximum CW or CCW travel the DBAL I2 lasers may not move a full 1 cm per click at 25 m or may jump squares on the target If this happens the DBAL I2 should be re...

Page 33: ...on that the shot group will move if an adjuster is turned when the laser is mounted in the horizontal top position The IR ILLUM adjuster guards are also marked with arrows and the letters U D and L R indicating the direction that the ILLUM beam will move on the target if an adjuster is turned when the laser is mounted in the horizontal top position The adjusters will move the IR POINT approximatel...

Page 34: ...33 IR ILLUM Adjusters Figure 3 10 Adjusters for Illumination Beam Aiming Beam Adjusters Figure 3 11 Adjusters for Aiming Beam Figure 3 12 Adjuster Guard Markings ...

Page 35: ...ser Adjustment Table 3 2 indicates the direction of adjuster rotation and shot group movement for zeroing the IR POINT to the weapon when the DBAL I2 is Top Mounted 34 Figure 3 13 IR POINT Adjusters Top Mounted ...

Page 36: ...levation CW Up guard marked U D CCW Down Side Adjuster Windage CW Right guard marked R L CCW Left When adjusting in a CCW direction apply a positive load to the adjuster by turning an additional 1 4 turn 12 clicks CCW then make the final adjustments by turning the adjusters in a CW direction No positive load is required when adjustments are made in the CW direction ...

Page 37: ...ement Top Adjuster Elevation CW Up guard marked U D CCW Down Side Adjuster Windage CW Left guard marked L R CCW Right When adjusting in a CCW direction apply a positive load to the adjuster by turning an additional 1 4 turn 8 clicks CCW then make the final adjustments by turning the adjusters in a CW direction No positive load is required when adjustments are made in the CW direction 36 ...

Page 38: ... the same position in order to ensure that zero is retained Failure to fully tighten the Quick Release Mount will cause problems retaining the zero adjustment Insure that the base of the Quick Release Mount is fully seated on the MIL STD 1913 rail with NO front or rear overhang The DBAL I2 is for use on weapons where the MIL STD 1913 rail is parallel with the bore of the weapon In the factory neut...

Page 39: ...ail Place the unit far enough back on the rail to allow for battery replacement without removal from the weapon If removed the DBAL I2 must be returned to the same position on the rail to retain zero Figure 3 10 Quick Release Mount Configuration Open Figure 3 10 Quick Release Mount Configuration Closed 38 ...

Page 40: ...ition at which it was zeroed and return it to the same position in order to ensure that zero is retained Failure to fully close the Quick Release Mount will cause problems retaining the zero adjustment The DBAL I2 is for use on weapons where the MIL STD 1913 rail is parallel with the bore of the weapon In the factory neutral position the IR POINT should project on the same side of the target as th...

Page 41: ...15 Align the crossbar on the bottom of the mount with a slot on the rail Push forward on the DBAL I2 so that the crossbar contacts the front of the slot on the MIL STD 1913 rail Move the quick release arm so that it is parallel with the body of the laser housing See Figure 3 16 Install the Remote Cable Switch in a convenient location Figure 3 12 DBAL I2 Top Mounted on M4 M16A 40 ...

Page 42: ...he adjusters make sure that the adjustment mechanism has engaged a detent and has not stopped between detents Failure to properly engage a detent may impact accuracy as the laser may move when the weapon is fired Positive Load is required anytime an adjustment to IR POINT or IR ILLUM is made in a CCW direction A Positive Load is not required when making a CW adjustment Positive Load is the control...

Page 43: ...ION DO NOT over adjust the adjusters by forcing them beyond their end of travel NOTE ALWAYS zero the DBAL I2 starting with the Adjuster marked U D When moving the adjusters make sure that the adjustment mechanism has engaged a detent and has not stopped between detents Failure to properly engage a detent may impact accuracy as the laser may move when the weapon is fired The adjuster may offer some...

Page 44: ...following procedure 1 Turn the adjuster marked U D CW to the natural stop 2 Turn it CCW one and one quarter turns 1 1 4 until the white dot on the adjuster aligns with the white dot on the adjuster guard 3 Turn the adjuster marked R L CW to the natural stop 4 Turn it CCW one and three quarter 1 3 4 turns until the white dot on the adjuster aligns with the white dot on the adjuster guard Figure 3 1...

Page 45: ...TS NOTE Offsets have been calculated using a specific barrel length bullet weight and rail adaptor Offsets for differing combinations of equipment will require some adjustment Offsets have been calculated but have not been verified by live fire on a specific weapon Always validate the offsets based on the specific weapon platform and cartridge Table 3 5 includes weapon type mounting configurations...

Page 46: ...6D IR ILLUM 5 0L 7 0U IR POINT 4 5R 3 3D IR POINT 4 6L 6 5U M4 M16 w M203 Top Rail 300m IR ILLUM 2 2R 3 7U IR ILLUM 2 1L 0 0 IR POINT 2 0R 3 9U IR POINT 1 9L 0 0 M4 M16 w M203 Left Rail 300m IR ILLUM 4 3L 0 8U IR ILLUM 4 8R 3 0U IR POINT 4 5L 0 7U IR POINT 4 5L 2 8U M4 M16 w M203 Right Rail 300m IR ILLUM 4 7R 2 8D IR ILLUM 5 0R 7 0U IR POINT 4 8R 2 4D IR POINT 4 6R 6 5U M249 Short Barrel Top Rail ...

Page 47: ...OINT 4 4R 5 7U IR POINT 1 9L 1 0U M249 Std Barrel Left Rail 400m IR ILLUM 4 4L 1 8D IR ILLUM 6 7R 9 7U IR POINT 4 9L 1 7D IR POINT 6 2R 9 0U M249 Std Barrel Right Rail 400m IR ILLUM 5 7R 7 4D IR ILLUM 6 7L 13 9U IR POINT 6 2R 6 8D IR POINT 6 2L 12 8U M240B Top Rail 500m IR ILLUM 2 0R 3 8U IR ILLUM 2 1L 5 1U IR POINT 1 8R 4 2U IR POINT 1 9L 4 7U M240B Left Rail 500m IR ILLUM 6 0L 3 5D IR ILLUM 6 3R...

Page 48: ...sters may offer more resistance The adjuster may offer resistance as you turn it in a CW direction from the factory neutral position When the adjuster is harder to turn it has reached the maximum CW travel When the adjuster is at its maximum CW or CCW point of travel and is turned in the opposite direction the laser point may trace a small loop on the target This is normal and does not indicate a ...

Page 49: ...oject on the same side of the target as the laser is mounted and must fall within 15 cm of the bore at 25 meters See Paragraph 3 5 This procedure is used to boresight the DBAL I2 on its weapon for a distance of 300 400 or 500 meters using laser boresight targets Refer to the Double A Borelight manual for instructions on creating boresight targets Each adjuster click moves the strike point 4 mm on ...

Page 50: ...de Selector Switch to the AIM LO A L position Adjust the Aiming Laser windage and elevation adjusters until the point is centered on the corresponding offset location 7 A positive load is required on the adjustment mechanism when zeroing the DBAL I2 for purposes of retaining the set alignment See Paragraph 3 4 8 The DBAL I2 weapon combination is now boresighted Rotate the DBAL I2 Activation Mode S...

Page 51: ...Figure 3 14 Laser Borelight 10 meter Zeroing Target 50 ...

Page 52: ...resistance The adjuster may offer some resistance as you turn it in a CW direction from the factory neutral position When the adjuster is harder to turn it has reached the maximum CW travel When the adjuster is at its maximum CW or CCW point of travel and is turned in the opposite direction the laser point may trace a small loop on the target This is normal and does not indicate a failure conditio...

Page 53: ...ral position the IR POINT should project on the same side of the target as the laser is mounted and must fall within 15 cm of the bore at 25 meters See Paragraph 3 5 This procedure is used to zero the DBAL I2 to the following weapons for the distances listed in Table 3 5 Refer to Table 3 2 and Table 3 3 for adjuster rotation and direction of shot group movement Each adjuster click moves the strike...

Page 54: ...e zone 6 Adjust the aiming beam adjusters to move the center of the shot group to the designated strike zone 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the shot group falls within the strike zone 8 When firing the M16 M4 series or M240 series of weapons when 5 out of 6 consecutive rounds are in the designated 4 cm strike zone you are zeroed When firing the M249 series of weapons when 5 out of 12 non consecutive...

Page 55: ...Figure 3 15 Commercial 25 meter Zeroing Target 54 ...

Page 56: ...1 Operating Procedures are detailed in Chapter III Section I The Safety Screw must be installed in the Training Position See Paragraph 3 2 c for Safety Screw operation Functional testing of the DBAL I2 to ensure proper operation should be performed in a dark room or area away from light Viewing of IR beams must be performed with a NVD AN PVS 7 or AN PVS 14 4 1 a Warnings and Cautions Always observ...

Page 57: ...CEDURES must be done during the time you are operating or using the equipment AFTER A PROCEDURES must be done immediately after you have operated or used the equipment 3 Item to Check Service This column provides the item to be checked or serviced 4 Procedure This column gives the procedure you must do to check the item 5 Not Fully Mission Capable If Information in this column tells you what fault...

Page 58: ... and missing switch or adjuster knob windage and elevation adjuster WARNING DO NOT STARE DIRECTLY INTO INFRARED LIGHT BEAM 2 B A Exit Port Covers Check for broken or missing covers exit port cover retention studs Move the Exit Port Covers to the open position 3 B A Exit Port Lens Check for cracked dirty If cracked or missing or broken lenses or missing lens or missing ILLUM focusing adjustment ILL...

Page 59: ... to a different position on the rail Move to a different rail on weapon Replace the rail on weapon 6 B D A Safety Screw Broken or Missing Broken or Missing 7 B D A Remote Cable Port Check for mud or dirt and clean as needed 8 B A Battery Check for corrosion presence Corroded or broken Compartment of O ring spring battery cap contacts lanyard Inspect threads for dirt or damage 9 B A Battery Check O...

Page 60: ... Spot not visible Switch and observe the beam spot on wall through NVD necessary Select A H AIM HI and repeat the activation Repeat for each laser activation position 12 B Boresight Confirm that the IR POINT Alignment can be zeroed on the weapon on which it will be mounted Check to make sure that the IR POINT projects on the same side of the target as the laser is mounted and falls within 10 2cm o...

Page 61: ...h switch and activate the laser 16 B A Flood Adjuster Check that IR ILLUM adjusts from spot to flood setting 17 B Exit Port Covers Close exit port covers and press into place Activate VIS POINTER and make sure no light is being emitted from around the cover Activate IR POINTER and repeat steps above using a NVD 18 A Textile Bag Check for torn fabric 19 A Battery Remove battery 60 ...

Page 62: ...lfunctions that may occur or all tests inspections and corrective actions Table 4 1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services Malfunction Test Inspection Corrective Action Ref Para 1 POINT ILLUM a Ensure Activation Mode Properly align switch 3 2 b beams fai to come Selector Switch is in proper on or stay on position b Verify Exit Port Cover is Remove Exit Port 4 3 b removed and that the Exit Port...

Page 63: ...t obscured by mud dirt Exit Port Lenses not as bright b Verify proper battery installation Tighten battery cap 3 2 a Install new battery c Verify Exit Port Lens is not Notify Unit Maintenance scratched or pitted 3 POINT ILLUM a Verify adjuster function Clean as required 4 3 a beams DO NOT Notify Unit Maintenance move 4 Remote Cable a Verify Remote Cable Switch Reconnect plug 3 2 e Switch inoperabl...

Page 64: ...s required 4 3 a corrosion or dirt Notify Unit Maintenance 6 Laser beam d Verify DBAL I2 is properly Notify Unit Maintenance cannot be zeroed secured to Quick Release Mount to weapon e Verify Quick Release Mount is Notify Unit Maintenance not damaged f Check for beam movement Notify Unit Maintenance 7 ILLUM knob a Verify knob is free of mud Clean as required 4 3 a turns but beam and dirt Notify Un...

Page 65: ...pact laser device that is designed to operate in severe military environments The exterior housing is made of aircraft grade aluminum and the outer components are made of chemically resistant materials that will not be harmed by chemicals normally encountered during military operations Operator maintenance is limited to the inspection and cleaning of the DBAL I2 external surfaces replacement of th...

Page 66: ...r corrosion If dirty clean using a soft cloth or disposable applicator 4 3 d Battery Cap Prior to water operations or immersion inspect the O ring seals in the battery cap to make sure they are free of sand or dirt particles If the O ring becomes cut nicked or dried out it should be replaced If the battery cap is bent or scratched in the O ring seating area it should be replaced 4 3 e IR ILLUM Pri...

Page 67: ...ble applicator 4 3 h Battery Compartment O ring NOTE Never use a sharp or metal object to remove O rings as they damage the O ring or the O ring groove contact surface Before each use inspect the battery compartment O ring for nicks cuts or damage Lubricate the O ring as needed using silicone grease as follows 1 Remove the O ring Be careful not to stretch the O ring 2 Check the O ring for hair san...

Page 68: ...complete surface DO NOT stretch the O ring 4 Before replacing the O ring visually inspect the groove in the battery compartment cap for hair sand lint or other debris and wipe clean as necessary 5 Install the O ring in the groove at the base of the battery compartment cap making sure that it is seated uniformly with no twists or loose areas Be careful not to stretch the O ring 67 ...

Page 69: ...n or for corrosion compartment stay on b Inspect battery cap contact Clean battery cap 5 2 f for corrosion contact c Inspect battery cap and Clean battery cap and 5 2 f housing threads for housing threads contamination d Possible internal failure Replace battery cap 5 2 f Return for repair 5 6 a 2 Beams have a Verify Exit Port Lens is not Remove Exit Port Cover become weak obscured by dirt Clean E...

Page 70: ...erable for dirt or debris but the Integrated b Inspect remote cable plug Replace remote cable 5 2 g Momentary for damaged contacts assembly Activation Switch c Possible remote cable failure Replace remote cable 5 2 g functions Return for repair 5 6 a 5 Laser cannot be a Inspect weapon system rail Refer to appropriate aligned moves on weapons TM rail or when reset to factory neutral fails to projec...

Page 71: ...rts can be installed at the unit level A DBAL I2 failing to meet the tests and inspections should be replaced 5 2 a External Cleaning Clean the exterior of the DBAL I2 by flushing with water and wiping with a clean soft cloth Cleaning should be done whenever the DBAL I2 becomes dirty or after exposure to salt water 5 2 b Exit Port Lens Cleaning Use a lens cleaning kit to clean the IR POINT and IR ...

Page 72: ... Alcohol After cleaning or if the O ring becomes dried out lubricate the O ring using silicone grease If the O ring becomes cut or nicked it should be replaced 5 2 e Battery Compartment and Housing Threads Inspect threading on the battery cap and housing for contamination If the threading appears to be oily or dirty clean with Isopropyl Alcohol using a soft clean cloth 5 2 f Battery Removal and Re...

Page 73: ...ragraph 3 2 a for procedures 5 4 b Remove and Replace Battery Cap To remove stretch the end of the Retaining Strap over the stud on the Battery Cap Unscrew the battery cap in a CCW direction Install new battery cap and hand tighten in a CW direction Reattached strap by stretching the end over the stud located on the battery cap 5 4 c Removal and Replacement of Battery Cap Retaining Strap NOTE Inst...

Page 74: ...the O ring groove contact surface Inspect the O ring for nicks cracks cuts or abrasion Also check to make sure that it feels soft If damaged replace the O ring To remove pull the O ring out of the groove at the base of the threaded portion of the battery cap and remove Install the new O ring by pulling it onto the battery cap so that it fits in the groove located at the base of the threaded portio...

Page 75: ...Straps To remove the top Exit Port Cover pull on the loose end of the Exit Port Cover retaining strap and stretch it over the top stud Repeat the procedure to remove the bottom Exit Port Cover retaining strap from the DBAL I2 To replace the Exit Port Cover Retaining Straps stretch the end of the retaining strap over the retaining stud located on the bottom of the housing Repeat the procedure by st...

Page 76: ...d neglected or have been disassembled prior to return to the manufacturer 5 6 Warranty or Repair Service 5 6 a If you require warranty or repair service please contact Steiner Optik and we will determine the best way to fix your device For more information email laserlightsinfo steiner optics com or call 888 288 7747 5 6 b To assist the Customer Service with determining if the item is repairable p...

Page 77: ...ntaminants such as dirt or any other foreign material 2 Remove the battery 3 Place the DBAL I2 in the Shipping Case or Carrying Case if available If the Shipping Case is not available individually package each DBAL I2 unit being returned in a suitable container 5 6 d Place the DBAL I2 and a copy of the test report or detailed description of the failure in a suitable packing shipping container Mark...

Page 78: ...77 APPENDIX A REPAIR PARTS Figure 1 Repair Parts ...

Page 79: ... Item No Description QTY 1 Remote Cable Switch 7 1 2 Loop Tape 1 3 Battery Cap 1 4 Strap Battery Cap 1 5 Bag Textile 1 6 Assy DBAL I2 1 7 Safety Screw Hexagon Head 1 8 O Ring 1 9 Assembly Dust Cover Clam 1 10 Assembly 80 Diffuser 1 ...

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