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For assistance with service procedures, contact Technical
Service (see
Contacting Advanced Instruments
). Have
the model and serial number available when you speak
to a technician.
If you need to send your Instrument for servicing, a
Technical Service representative will provide you with an
RMA number. Units are not accepted for service without
an RMA number.
CAUTION:
Do not open or remove the instrument covers
unless you are advised to do so by a service
engineer.
If you are advised to open or remove
the instrument covers, always unplug the
power cord first to avoid exposure to electric
shock, excessive temperatures, or mechanical
hazards.
10.1 Who Should Perform Service?
Instrument operators should not attempt any service or
maintenance procedure that is not explained in this user
guide.
Only service technicians trained by Advanced
Instruments should perform service or maintenance
procedures that are not included in this user guide.
10.2 Issues that Require a Service Technician
If the product requires service for any of the following
reasons, unplug the product from the electrical outlet
and refer service to a qualified service technician:
•
The power cord, extension cord, power strip, or power
input module is damaged.
•
Liquid has spilled into the interior of the product.
•
A foreign object has fallen into the product.
•
The product has been dropped or damaged by a
falling object.
•
There are noticeable signs of overheating or a burning
odor.
•
The product does not operate normally when you
follow the operating procedures.
•
The main supply fuse(s) or any internal fuse(s)
continually fail.
•
ESD precautions
•
The motors and/or front barcode scanner need
realignment
A discharge of static electricity from contact with the
human body or other conductor can damage system
boards or static-sensitive devices. Never perform internal
maintenance without following recommended
electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection procedures.
IMPORTANT:
Annual preventative maintenance by an
Advanced Instruments-trained service engineer is
strongly recommended to ensure optimal performance
and maximize the life of the instrument.
Chapter 10:
Troubleshooting