252 TimeProvider 2300/2700 User’s Guide 098-00564-000 Revision A3 – July, 2013
Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
The TimeProvider 2300/2700 requires minimal preventive maintenance. Ensure the
unit is not exposed to hazards such as direct sunlight, open windows, water, or
extreme heat. See Environmental Requirements, on page 41, for electromagnetic
compatibility conditions that may cause damage.
Table 5-1 lists preventive maintenance measures to be performed periodically. Do
not disassemble components just for the purpose of inspection.
Safety Considerations
Follow your company’s safety guidelines and policies when working on or around
live equipment.
ESD Considerations
Maintenance personnel should wear ESD wrist straps when installing or working on
all TimeProvider 2300/2700 equipment. Plug the user-supplied wrist strap into the
TimeProvider 2300/2700.
Caution: To avoid electromagnetic discharge damage to the circuitry,
never attempt to vacuum the TimeProvider 2300/2700.
Table 5-1. Preventive Maintenance
Item Inspection Corrective Action Interval
Chassis Inspect for dirt or foreign
material
Clean the exterior of chassis with
a soft dry cloth
Periodically
Cables Inspect for pinched, worn or
damaged cable
Replace pinched, worn or
damaged cable at the first
opportunity
Periodically
Connectors Inspect for loose or damaged
connector
Tighten loose connectors. If
damaged, replace the connector
and/or cable at the first opportunity
Periodically