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7. MAINTENANCE,
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter provides the information necessary for the maintenance and
checking of the FELCOM 16. Please read the safety information at the beginning
of this manual before attempting any maintenance procedure.
7.1 General Checking and Maintenance
Turn off the power before conducting any maintenance procedures other than
the cleaning of the communication unit.
NOTICE
Do not apply paint, anti-corrosive sealant
or contact spray to coating or plastic
parts of the equipment.
Those items contain organic solvents that
can damage coating and plastic parts,
especially plastic connectors.
Cleaning the communication unit
Dust and dirt can be removed from the communication unit with a soft, dry cloth.
DO NOT use chemical cleaners. They may remove paint and markings or
deform the equipment.
Checking connectors and earth terminal on the communication unit
Check that the connectors and earth terminal on the communication unit are
tightly fastened. If the copper strap (earth material) has rusted, clean it.
When the power can’t be turned on
When the communication unit cannot be turned on do the following:
• Check that the power cable connector on the rear panel of the
communication unit for tightness.
• Check if the ship’s mains switchboard is turned on.
• Have a qualified technician check the power voltage at the power connector
on the rear of the communication unit.