RIGOL 
  Service Guide for DM3000 Series 
 
Maintenance and Cleaning 
System Maintenance 
 
In order to ensure the running performance of instrument and extend useful time, please 
abide by the following advices:         
1.  Before operating please ensure that all the performance and particular using method. Have 
been taken into you memory and brain. For any puzzles please refer to Chapter 2.   
2.  Do operate or storage the instrument under the environment of dustproof, quakeproof, 
dampproof,  antimagnetic,  static-free  and  other  relative  requests  as  soon  as  possible. 
Meanwhile, do not expose it in the sun for a long time to avoid reducing the measurement 
precision and useful time.   
3.  Operating  with  malfunction  is  forbidden.  If  some  malfunctions  occurred  duing running, 
please solve this problem first. Besides, test and calibrate the instrument within stated term 
to ensure the creditability of measurement.     
4.  Do the relevant neatening work after using.   
5.  Keep  corresponding  accessories  safe  for  next  using.  Please  refer  to  “Check  the  list  of 
accessories” in Chapter 2.             
 
General Care 
Do not store or leave the instrument in where the LCD display will be exposed to direct sunlight 
for long periods of time. 
Caution 
To avoid damage to the instrument and test lead, do not expose them to sprays, liquids, or 
solvents. 
 
Cleaning 
To clean the exterior surface, perform the following steps: 
1.  Remove loose dust on the outside of the instrument and test lead with a lint- free cloth. 
Take care to avoid scratching the clear plastic display filter. 
2.  Use a soft cloth dampened with water to clean the instrument, disconnect it from all power 
sources. If this instrument requires cleaning, and clean it with a mild detergent and water.. 
To avoid damage to the surface of the instrument, do not use any abrasive or chemical 
cleaning agent. 
 
CAUTION: Make sure the instrument is completely dry before reconnecting it to a 
power source.