Thermal Dynamics MERLIN 3000, Service Manual, Page: 3 / 86

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1:
GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................. 1
1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings ...................................................................... 1
1.02 Important Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 1
1.03 Publications ................................................................................................... 2
1.04 Note, Attention et Avertissement ................................................................... 3
1.05 Precautions De Securite Importantes ............................................................ 3
1.06 Documents De Reference ............................................................................. 5
1.07 Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................. 7
1.08 Statement of Warranty ................................................................................... 8
SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 9
2.01 Scope Of Manual ........................................................................................... 9
2.02 General Service Philosophy .......................................................................... 9
2.03 Service Responsibilities ................................................................................. 9
SECTION 3:
INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 11
3.01 Scope of Manual .......................................................................................... 11
3.02 General Description ..................................................................................... 11
3.03 Specifications & Design Features ................................................................ 11
3.04 Theory Of Operation .................................................................................... 12
3.05 Options And Accessories ............................................................................ 13
SECTION 4:
SERVICE TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS ............................................................. 15
4.01 Introduction .................................................................................................. 15
4.02 Periodic Inspection & Procedures ................................................................ 15
4.03 System Theory ............................................................................................ 16
4.04 Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................. 18
4.05 Test Procedures ............................................................................................ 23
SECTION 5:
REPAIRS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ................................................................... 33
5.01 Introduction .................................................................................................. 33
5.02 Anti-Static Handling Procedures .................................................................. 33
5.03 Parts Replacement - General Information .................................................... 33
5.04 External Parts Replacement ........................................................................ 34
5.05 Access Panel Parts Replacement ................................................................ 35
5.06 Front Panel/Chassis Parts Replacement ..................................................... 35
5.07 Rear Panel Parts Replacement ................................................................... 36
5.08 Base Assembly Parts Replacement ............................................................. 39
5.09 Upper Chassis Parts Replacement .............................................................. 40
5.10 Main Heatsink Assembly Parts Replacement .............................................. 45
5.11 Hose Assembly Replacements .................................................................... 47