Sonel PAT-1 - 11 Cleaning and Maintenance; 12 Storage; 13 Dismantling and Disposal

OPERATING MANUAL PAT-1, PAT-2, PAT-2E, PAT-10 version 1.02
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The next step is to replace the fuse with a new one and fit it together with its container back into the
tester.
11 Cleaning and maintenance
NOTE!
Apply solely the maintenance methods specified by the manufacturer in this manual.
The casing of the tester may be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth using all-purpose detergents. Do not
use any solvents or cleaning agents which might scratch the casing (powders, pastes, etc.). Clean
the probe with water and dry it. Before the probe is stored for a prolonged period of time it is recom-
mended to grease it with any machine lubricant. Test leads should be cleaned with water and deter-
gents, and then dried.
The electronic system of the meter does not require maintenance.
12 Storage
In the case of storage of the device, the following recommendations must be observed:
 Disconnect all the test leads from the tester,
 Clean the tester and all its accessories thoroughly,
 Wind the long test leads onto the reels,
 In order to prevent a total discharge of the batteries in the case of a prolonged storage, charge
them from time to time.
13 Dismantling and disposal
Used electric and electronic equipment should be collected selectively, i.e. it must not be placed with
other kinds of waste. Used electronic equipment should be sent to a collection point in accordance
with the Used Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act. Before the equipment is sent to a collection
point, do not dismantle any elements. Observe the local regulations concerning disposal of packages,
worn-out batteries and accumulators.