Tektronix P6910, Instruction Manual

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Maintenance
Inspect or clean the probe
Inspect and clean the probe as often as operating conditions require. Dirt acts as
an insulating blanket, preventing ef
fi cient heat dissipation. Dirt also provides an
electrical conduction path that can cause failures, especially under high-humidity
conditions.
Perform the following steps to clean the probe:
1. Keep the probes free of dirt, dust, and contaminants to maintain a reliable
electrical probe connection.
2. Remove dirt and dust with a soft brush.
3. Use only a damp cloth for more extensive cleaning.
Never use abrasive cleaners or organic solvents.
Repackage the probe
The following information describes how to repackage the probe, to store the
probe, or to return the probes to the factory.
1. Use the original packaging, if possible.
If the original packaging is not available, use a corrugated cardboard shipping
carton.
2. Add cushioning material to prevent the probes from moving inside the
shipping container.
3. Enclose the following information when shipping the probe to a Tektronix
Center:
Owner’s address
Name and phone number of a contact person
Type of probe
Reason for return
Full description of the service required
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