9
Maintenance
9.1
Maintenance plan
During operation, the device works maintenance-free.
Depending on the assignment location, the following preventive maintenance tasks
may be required for the device at regular intervals:
Table 13: Maintenance plan
Maintenance work
Interval
To be carried out
by
Check device and connecting cables
for damage at regular intervals.
Depends on ambient conditions and
climate.
Specialist
Clean front of the device and exter‐
nal antennas, e.g. to remove metal
dust.
Depends on ambient conditions and
climate.
Specialist
Check the screw connections and
plug connectors.
Depends on the place of use, ambi‐
ent conditions or operating require‐
ments. Recommended: At least every
6 months.
Specialist
Check that all unused connections
are sealed with protective caps.
Depends on ambient conditions and
climate. Recommended: At least
every 6 months.
Specialist
9.2
Cleaning
NOTICE
Equipment damage due to improper cleaning.
Improper cleaning may result in equipment damage.
■
Only use recommended cleaning agents and tools.
■
Never use sharp objects for cleaning.
b
If it is dirty (e.g., metal dust), clean the front of the device carefully using a soft,
damp cloth (with a mild cleaning agent) in order to achieve the full read and write
speed.
b
The device must be cleaned regularly from the outside to guarantee heat dissipa‐
tion and therefore operation. Particular attention must be paid to ensure that the
cooling ribs and, if present, the fan are free from dust and dirt. Use a dry cloth or
an industrial vacuum cleaner for cleaning. Do not use cleaning agents.
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