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Sona &
Marana
SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING
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ondensation
Key Risks
• Take special care during installation as the temperature of the camera may be low from shipping or storage.
When moved to a warmer environment such as a lab, there is a higher risk of condensation forming. Therefore,
ensure that sufficient time is allowed for the product to reach the ambient temperature of the operating
environment before use (this may take several hours).
• Never use water that has been chilled below the dew point of the ambient environment to cool the camera.
How may Condensation be detected?
You may see condensation on the outside of the camera body if the cooling water is at too low a temperature or if the
water flow is too high. The first signs of condensation will usually be visible around the connectors where the water
tubes are attached. If this occurs carry out the following actions:
1. Switch off the system
2. Wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth.
NOTE: It is likely there will already be condensation on the cooling block and cooling fins inside the camera.
3. Set the camera aside to dry for several hours before you attempt reuse.
4. Before reuse blow dry gas through the cooling slits on the side of the camera to remove any residual moisture.
Use warmer water or reduce the flow of water when you start using the device again.
Refer to
Appendix C
for a Dew Point Graph.
