Cleaning optical components
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6. If dust spots remain, repeat this procedure using new clean lens tissue.
Cleaning with compressed air
We do not recommend cleaning Prosilica GT cameras with compressed air.
If you chose to clean your camera with compressed air despite of all the warnings:
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Use an optic approved compressed air product or compressor.
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Use an anti-static ionizer attachment to reduce the risk of static-caused
damage.
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Use a filter to remove moisture and oil from the air.
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Use short directed bursts of air to remove impurities.
If you notice that the camera lens or sensor is not clean after attempting to clean
twice, or if you have any questions regarding cleaning your camera, contact your
Allied Vision distribution partner.
NOTICE
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Compressed air at high pressure or shorter operating distances may push dust
into the camera or lens and physically damage the camera, sensor, or optical
components.
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Propellant from non-optic approved compressed air products may leave a
residue on the camera or lens and may physically damage the camera, sensor,
or optical components.
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Compressed air may contain oil or moisture that could contaminate or damage
the optical components.
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Use an air blower or compressed air only if you are familiar with cleaning a
camera using this method.
Compressed air pressure and operating distance
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Keep the compressed air pressure at a moderate strength only. Pressure at the
nozzle should be less than 100 kPA.
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Operating distance from the camera should be 5 to 30 cm.
