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Chapter 17
Maintenance
This section describes typical maintenance and care procedures for your Diagnostic Tool and
components.
17.1 Diagnostic Tool
17.1.1 Cleaning
Periodically perform the following tasks to keep your Diagnostic Tool in proper working order:
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Check the housing, cables and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each use.
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At the end of each work day, wipe the Diagnostic Tool housing, cables and connectors clean
with a damp cloth.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use any abrasive cleansers or automotive chemicals on the Diagnostic Tool.
17.1.2 Cleaning the Touch Screen
The touch screen can be cleaned with a soft cloth and a mild window cleaner.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use any abrasive cleansers or automotive chemicals on the touch screen.
17.1.3 Battery Service
Follow all safety guidelines when handling the battery pack.
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Risk of electric shock.
• Prior to recycling the battery pack, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape
to prevent shorting.
• Disconnect all test leads and turn Diagnostic Tools off before removing the battery
pack.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from or
protecting the battery terminals.
• Do not expose the Diagnostic Tool or battery pack to rain, snow, or wet conditions.
• Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
Electric shock can cause injury.