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maximum utility between cleanings.
NOTE
Do not force the source rod handle when
the shutter is dirty.
CPN does not recommend the use of oil or grease for
lubrication, however, several customers have reported
3) into the shutter chamber without disassembling it. The
use of WD-40 will not injure the tester or affect test
results. If it works for you, use it.
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SHIPPING CASE MAINTENANCE
The shipping case is a fiberglass case built to MIL Spec
standards. It is very strong and will produce excellent
service.
Figure 3-3. Shutter Maintenance
No special care is required on the case other than an
NOTE
occasional cleaning (both inside and out) with soap and
Two 6-32 fasteners simplify plate removal.
water.
It will require occasional cleaning due to dirt buildup
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TESTER EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE
within the shutter chamber.
Wash the tester with soap and water if it becomes
unusually dirty.
Set the tester on its side or tail with the source in safe
position. Stand behind the tester, peek over bottom of
WARNING
tester to see cleanout plate. Remove the 1/4 turn
fasteners holding the cleanout plate in position.
Drycleaning solent PD-680 is toxic and flammable.
Wear protective goggles and gloves and use only in a
Remove the plate and the captive shutter. The shutter
well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
and cleanout plate are an integral assembly. Do not
clothes, and don't breathe vapors Do not use near open
touch the brass ring around the hole in the plate. Clean
flame or excessive heat. The flash point for Type #1
the shutter and the plate thoroughly, and clean out the
Drycleaning Solvent is 1000F (380C) and for Type #2 is
shutter chamber with a brush (standing behind the tester
1380F (500C) If you become dizzy while using cleaning
while this is done). It is not necessary to extend the
solvent, get fresh air immediately and get medical aid If
source to clean the end of the rod! Leave it alone!
contact with eyes is made, flush your eyes with water
and get medical aid immediately.
Spray the shutter, cleanout plate, and the interior of the
chamber
with
molybdenum-disulphide
lubricant
Remove asphalt with PD-680.
allowed to dry for a period of four hours or more to cure
Do not scratch display window with abrasive cleaners.
to the metal. This will provide a long life lubrication of the
shutter for
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