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CHAPTER 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Series 5000 V2 Sonar System Operations and Maintenance Manual
P/N 11214512, Rev. 04
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Maintenance Checklists
4.2.1 Daily Maintenance Checklist
Perform the following maintenance steps at the end of each day’s operation:
1.
Turn off the power to the TPU and to the SonarPro Workstation.
2.
Verify that all cables and connectors are secure and tightened.
3.
If fresh water is available, wash down the towfish and towing apparatus. Cover
them while not in use to protect against salt water spray and to minimize
corrosion.
4.
Keep the tow cable plugged into the towfish, or use dummy plugs on the tow
cable and towfish to keep the connectors from exposure to the salt atmosphere.
Remember to put a thin film of silicone grease, such as Dow-Corning 4, on the
rubber portion of the underwater connector every time the towfish is
disconnected. Avoid getting too much grease on the metal pins of the connector; a
very light coating is sufficient.
5.
Check that all of the screws on the towfish are tight.
4.2.2 Weekly Maintenance Checklist
Perform the following maintenance steps at the end of each week’s operation:
1.
Turn off the power to the TPU and to the SonarPro Workstation.
2.
Check all cables for abrasion and damage. If any wear spots are noticed, clean
them with fresh water, dry them, and wrap them carefully with electrical tape,
such as Scotch #88 or #33. If there is wear or fraying in any of the cables in an
area subject to high tension, repair or replace the cable.
3.
Inspect and clean the system plugs and jacks.
4.
Inspect the towfish for signs of corrosion or other damage.
5.
Check the underwater connectors on the towfish. The contacts should be clean
and shiny. Contacts may be cleaned with a rubber pencil eraser or very fine emery
paper.
4.2.3 Long Term Maintenance Checklist
Perform the following maintenance steps at six month intervals, or more
frequently when continued long term usage is occurring.
1.
Turn off the power to the TPU and to the SonarPro Workstation.
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