Rev F Maintenance 6-1
CHAPTER 6
Maintenance
This chapter discusses the installation and/or replacement of fuses, power supplies, RF modules, and
housings.
General Inspection—page 6-1
Fuse/Brass Shorting Bar (Slug) Replacement—page 6-1
RF Module Replacement—page 6-2
H. E. Power Supply Replacement—page 6-3
Housing Replacement—page 6-6
General Inspection
Inspect the entire unit for the following each time maintenance and adjustments are done:
■ damaged or missing gaskets (rubber in the base or metal mesh in the lid)
■ loose modules or assemblies
■ missing, open (blown), loose or misaligned fuses
■ heat damage (burn marks, charred components)
■ water damage
Fuse/Brass Shorting Bar (Slug) Replacement
WARNING: Hazardous voltages are present. Use approved safety equipment and
procedures. Do not energize any station until all other stations in the power supply group
have been installed.
CAUTION: Improper fuse installation can:
■ damage the amplifier
■ fail to power the amplifier
■ fail to distribute through power
CAUTION: Damaged fuseclips or misaligned fuses can cause heat damage. Do not force
or misalign the fuse when installing.