Operation
Giga-tronics GT-1000A Microwave Power Amplifier
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Operation Manual, Part Number 34672, Rev. C, March 2011
3.2
Operator’s Maintenance
The only operator’s maintenance that the GT-1000A requires is regular cleaning of the air exhaust screen and
interior of the instrument. Both are important in order to maintain cooling airflow through the GT-1000A.
3.2.1
Equipment and Materials
Phillips screwdriver, small
Vacuum cleaner
Table 7: Cleaning the GT-1000A
Cleaning the GT-1000A
Step
Action
1.
Use the front panel power switch to de-energize the GT-1000A.
2.
Disconnect the AC power cord from the rear of the GT-1000A.
3.
Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws that secure both upper and lower covers
of the GT-1000A. Remove both covers.
4.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from the interior and from the screen in the air exhaust
port on the rear of the instrument.
NOTE:
Do not bump the vacuum nozzle against any of the components inside the GT-1000A
during this procedure.
5.
Replace both covers onto the GT-1000A.
6.
Ensure that the GT-1000A operates correctly.
End of Procedure