User Manual

Maintenance
Maintenance
This section contains maintenance information for the P6250 and P6251 differential probes.
Inspection and Cleaning
Protect the probe from adverse weather conditions. The probe is not waterproof.
CAUTION. To pr
event damage to the probe, do not expose it to sprays, liquids, or solvents. Do not use chemical cleaning
agents; they may damage the probe. Avoid using chemicals that contain benzine, benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone,
or similar solvents.
Clean the exterior surfaces of the probe with a dry, lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If dirt remains, use a soft cloth or
swab dampened with a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution. A swab is useful for cleaning narrow spaces on the probe. Do
not use abra
sive compounds on any part of the probe.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the probe, avoid getting moisture inside the p robe during exterior cleaning, and use only
enough solution to dampen the swab or cloth. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution as a cleanser, and rinse w ith deionized
water.
Replacement Parts
Due to the sophisticated design of these differential probes, there are no replaceable parts within the probes. R efer to the
Quick Start User Manual for a list of replaceable a ccessories for your probe.
If your probe does not meet the specifications tested in the Performance Verification, you can send the probe to Tektronix for
repair. Follow the procedure below to prevent damage to the probe during shipping.
Preparation for Shipment
Contact T
ektronix Service Center to request an RMA (Return M aterial A uthorization) number. For contact information, refer
to the back of the title page of this manual.
If the original packaging is unfit for use or not available, use the following packaging guidelines:
1. Use a corrugated cardboard shipping carton having inside dimensions at least one inch greater than the probe
dimensions. The box should have a car ton test strength of at least 200 pounds.
2. Put the probe into an antistatic bag or wrap to protect it from dampness.
3. Place the probe into the box and stabilize it with light packing material.
4. Seal the carton with shipping tape.
5. Refer to Contacting Tektronix on the copyright page for the shipping address.
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