AS-3226C/URC
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Valcom Manufacturing Group, Inc.
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WARNING
SECTION 4
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
4-1. INTRODUCTION
. This section provides preventative maintenance procedures and
scheduled performance tests to be accomplished on a regularly scheduled basis. These
procedures, performed as scheduled, will significantly reduce downtime for corrective
maintenance. The arrangement of the material in this section is a scheduled maintenance action
index with supporting test. The scheduled maintenance instructions in this manual are cancelled
when the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) is implemented for this equipment aboard your
ship or station.
4-2. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ACTION INDEX
. Table 4-1 lists preventive
maintenance procedures and scheduled performance tests.
4-3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
. The following procedures
included the information required for the antenna preventive maintenance:
The antenna operates at 1000 watts. Ensure that the transmitting equipment
is de-energized prior to performing the preventive maintenance procedure.
b. Visually inspect the antenna for dirt. Wash dirt off the antenna with soap and water. A
technician with a minimum rating of ETN3 can perform the task.
b. Visually check painted surfaces for wear, chipping, etc. Paint the antenna with grey
epoxy enamel (MIL-P-24441). A technician with a minimum rating of ETN3 can
perform this task.