Tektronix P6205, Instruction Manual

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Maintenance
P6205 Instruction Manual
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Static Sensitive Devices
The P6205 probe contains devices that are susceptible to damage
from static discharge. To prevent damage to static-sensitive devices,
observe the following precautions whenever the compensation box
covers are removed or you are handling component assemblies:
Minimize the handling of all components; handle components
only at a grounded static-free workstation.
Service component assemblies on metal or other conductive
surfaces. Do not slide assemblies across any surface.
Wear a grounding strap when handling component assemblies to
discharge static voltage from your body.
Avoid materials that are capable of generating a static charge.
Replacing the Probe Tip
To replace the probe tip, use a pair of needle-nosed pliers to
carefully unscrew the old tip and install the new tip. Use care to
avoid stripping the plastic threads in the tip insulator and to avoid
damaging the new tip during installation. Following removal, probe
tips should be discarded in the appropriate receptacle. Tektronix
recommends that you do not reuse probe tips.
Replacing the TEKPROBE Contact Pins
To replace a TEKPROBE interface contact pin, use a pair of
needle-nosed pliers to pull the pin straight out of the BNC assembly.
To install a new pin, hold the pin carefully with the needle-nosed
pliers while pushing it into the BNC assembly. Use care to avoid
crushing or bending the hollow pin. Verify that the installed pin is
seated to the same depth as the other pins.