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iXon 3

Introduction

1.3.3 - Regular checks

The state of the product should be checked regularly, especially the following:

• Theintegrityoftheenclosure

• Anywaterhosesused

• TheAC/DCExternalPowerSupply

• Themainscable

NOTE: Do not use equipment that is damaged.

1.3.4 - Annual electrical safety checks

It is advisable to check the integrity of the insulation and protective earth of the product on an annual basis, e.g. U.K.

PAT testing.

NOTE: Do not use equipment that is damaged

1.3.5 - Replacement parts

A PS-20 (see page 20), which is the only external power supply recommended for use with the iXon camera, has been

supplied to you. If this unit fails or is damaged, please contact Andor for a replacement. Depending on the Terms

and Conditions of your Warranty, you may be charged for this replacement.

1.3.6 - Fuse replacement

The camera itself does not have a fuse. However, if a U.K. (BS 1363) mains lead has been supplied, it contains a fuse,

whose characteristics are as follow:

• Rated Current: 5 A

• Rated Voltage: 240 Vac.

• Type: BS 1362

• Size: 0.25 × 1 inch

1.3.7 - Overheating

Careshouldbetakentoensurethatthecameradoesnotoverheat,asthiscancausesystemfailure.Overheatingmay

occur if either of the following situations arises:

• Theairventsonthesidesofthedetectorheadareaccidentallyblockedorthereisinsufcientornowaterow

• Theambientairtemperatureishigherthan30ºC

To protect the camera from overheating, a thermal switch has been attached to the heat sink. If the temperature of the

heat sink rises above predened limit, the power supply to the cooler will cut off and a buzzer will sound. The cut-out will

automatically reset once the head has cooled. It is not recommended that you operate in conditions that would cause

repeated cut-outs as the thermal switch has a limited number of operations.

NOTE: When using water cooling, always use water that is above the dew point of the ambient environment

otherwise condensation may occur (please see page 14).

Andor Technology iXon3 Series User Manual

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