To avoid permanently damaging the delicate wires and fiber optic cables inside
the probe, never curl it into a circle with a diameter of less than 6 in. (150mm).
Never use the probe or camera head to modify surroundings or to clear
pathways or clogged areas.
DO NOT try to rotate the articulation angle control wheel beyond its limits.
The camera head, LEDs and thread protector ring are waterproof, but not
acid-proof or fire-proof. Do not touch acidic, corrosive or hot materials (see
table below) or they will ruin the head.
Cover the camera-tipped end of the probe with the protective red rubber lens
cap when not using it. Remember to remove the cap from the tip of the probe
before using it again.
Unless you wish to install the 70° mirrored viewing tip, do not remove the
thread protector ring (Fig. 1, Callout 5). Never use the probe without attaching
either an accessory or the thread protector ring to it.
Never use the probe as a hammer or hook.
When inspecting a vehicle, shut off the engine. Metal and liquid under the hood
may be hot. Do not get hot oil or gas on the camera head.
If condensation forms inside the camera lens, let it evaporate before using the
probe again.
Do not try to disassemble any part of the probe. Doing so creates an electrical
hazard, could damage the probe, and voids the limited warranty.
Do not use any corrosive liquid—such as alcohol—to clean the probe body or
camera head. Use a cotton swab and a mild fluid detergent to clean the body
and head.
P18HPART’s Tolerance of Various Liquids
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Liquid
Tolerant
Aviation fuel
Yes
Hydraulic oil
Yes
Turbine oil
Yes
Antifreeze
Yes
Toluene (C7H8)
No
Ethyl acetate (C4H8O2) No
Methyl ethyl ketone
(butanone) (C4H8O)
No
Liquid
Tolerant
Ethanol (CH3CH2OH)
Yes
Brine
Yes
Engine oil
Yes
Brake fluid
Yes
Gasoline
Yes
Diesel fuel
Yes
Transmission fluid
Yes
Mr Muscle (for glass)
Yes
Liquid
Tolerant
Mr Muscle (for bathroom) No
Edible vegetable oil
Yes
Urea (CH4N2O)
Yes
Insulating oil
Yes
SeaFoam
No
Nitric Acid (NHO3)
No
Ammonia (NH4OH)
No
Oil booster
Yes
