CHAPTER 3 OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
3.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Preventive maintenance consists of routine checks of the equipment before and after
each mission and at least every 180 days. Routine checks include cleaning, dusting,
and storing items not in use.
Problems requiring maintenance discovered during routine checks should be
referred to maintenance.
3.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CHECKS
Ensure batteries are removed.
Check membrane switch for cracks and breaks.
Check ADM300 probe and communications connectors to insure that contacts
are free of foreign material.
Check probe cable connectors to insure that pins are straight and free of foreign
material.
Check the beta window for damage, holes, dirt, and moisture.
Remove dust, moisture and loose dirt from the outside surfaces of the ADM300
with a clean soft cloth.
Check for broken display window.
Inspect the battery well gasket for damage. Replace as required.
Inspect the battery contacts. Remove any corrosion, using a pencil eraser.
CAUTION: The ADM300 Beta window cover should be in its closed position
before placing in carrying case.
Check carrying strap for cracks and breaks.
Check all probes to insure that connector contacts are free of foreign material.
Remove grease, fungus, and ground-in dirt from the carrying case.
Check EM-100 connector pins and ear piece to insure that pins are straight and
free of foreign material.
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