KGC-1
Chapter6
Operation Manual
Maintenance and Trouble shooting
Chapter 6 Maintenance and troubleshooting
6.1 Periodic inspection and cleaning
6.1.1 Monthly check
Check if there are any loose connections on the Processor unit for GPS Antenna, radar or navigational
unit.
6.1.2 Maintenance
If the Processor unit is smeared or stained with dirt, wipe the surface of the unit with a soft dry cloth.
SOLVENT
CAUTION
Never use solvent like thinner, alcohol, turpentine, etc.
6.2
Trouble shooting
This chapter covers simplified fault locating procedures to assist the ship’s crew to locate a faulty
module as well as simple fuse replacement.
6.2.1
Information required for service
Please advise the following details:
(1) Name of vessel, Satcom number if available.
(2) Equipment type name
(3) Equipment serial number
(4) Next port of call, ship’s agent name, fax number, email address, etc.
(5) Faulty conditions (precisely as possible) and the result of on board check
6.2.2 Trouble shooting
The following table provides information about first line check schedules to locate a faulty area and
gives remedial measure(s), where applicable.
Faults detected
Possible cause of the failure
Remedial action
The POWER lamp does
not light and the
equipment does not turn
on.
1. Is the connection between the
Processor unit and the power
supply cable firmly connected?
2. Is the power cable firmly
connected to ship’s battery?
3. Does the power supply voltage
lie within the rated range (10.8 –
31.2 VDC)?
4. Is the fuse blown?
1.
Check the connection
between the Processor unit
and the power cable. If the
cable is damaged, repair the
faulty part.
2. Reconnect the cable firmly to
the battery.
3. Use a proper rated main
supply.
4. Replace the blown fuse with a
new one.
CAUTION:
Make sure to turn
off the main supply before
attempting to replace the fuse.
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