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Replacing Instrument Assemblies
Assembly Replacement
Assembly Replacement
4Replacing Instrument Assemblies
This chapter provides step-by-step procedures to remove the replaceable components of the
86100A/B Series mainframes. Unless specified, the replacement procedures are the reverse of
the removal procedures.
ESD Precautions
When using any of the procedures in this chapter you must use proper ESD precautions. As a
minimum you must place the instrument on a properly grounded ESD mat and wear a properly
grounded ESD wrist strap.
CAUTION Failure to implement proper antistatic measures may result in damage to the instrument.
Tools Required
The following tools are required for these procedures.
• Torx drivers: T10, T15
• Medium size (3/16-in) flat-blade screwdriver
• Open-end wrench: 5/16-in.
CAUTION Do not remove or replace any circuit board assemblies in this instrument while power is applied.
The assemblies contain components which may be damaged if the assembly is removed or
replaced while power is connected to the instrument.
CAUTION SHOCK HAZARD!
To avoid electrical shock, adhere closely to the following procedures. Hazardous voltages exist.
Returning the Instrument to Agilent for Servicing
Before shipping the instrument to Agilent, contact your nearest Agilent sales office for additional
details.
1 Write the following information on a tag and attach it to the instrument.
a Name and address of owner
b Instrument model numbers
c Instrument serial numbers
d Description of the service required or failure indications
2 Remove all accessories from the instrument.
Accessories include all cables. Do not include accessories unless they are associated with the
failure symptoms.
3 Protect the instrument by wrapping it in plastic or heavy paper.