User's Manual Part 3

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Affinity® LBD-200C-N1 Transmitter
Product Manual
23 Maintenance and Servicing
23.1 Maintenance Procedures
This section contains important maintenance information and procedures for the Affinity®
transmitter system. It is divided into sections that describe the daily, weekly, monthly, semi-
annual, and annual maintenance plans. Use this information in conjunction with the information
and/or procedures supplied with vendor components. If information in this manual conflict with
information supplied with vendor components, use the vendor-supplied information, or contact
Thales Customer Service for subject matter clarification.
23.2 General Principles
The following two recommended general practices will allow for quick and trouble-free
transmitter maintenance.
First, it is imperative that operators and/or maintenance people become familiar with the
Affinity® transmitter including operational and safety features. Read the information
supplied with the transmitter. Become familiar with the location of major assemblies and
components that make up the Affinity® transmitter system.
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The second practice is to keep proper and accurate operating and maintenance records.
A good record keeping system should include current as well as historical maintenance
and operational data. Using the records as reference, along with adhering to the
standard maintenance guidelines, will enable operators to identify and resolve issues
before the issues adversely affect system operation.
An example of information that should be contained within a good maintenance record book
include:
PROBLEM: Thoroughly describe the problem or failure and record symptom descriptions
relevant to the problem.
SOLUTION: Record what was done to resolve the problem. Include any conclusions as to why
the problem occurred. Add notes as necessary to prevent the problem from reoccurring. Update
applicable procedures and support documentation if warranted.
PARTS REPLACED: Identify all parts that were replaced. Include the part number and
assembly reference designation. Use, and if required, update support documentation such as
assembly prints, schematic diagrams, and part-lists as necessary.
DATE: Record the date, time, and personnel performing the maintenance or repair.