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Maintenance
This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the NI PXIe-1082DC
chassis.
Caution
Disconnect the power cable prior to servicing a NI PXIe-1082DC chassis.
Service Interval
Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the operating
environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability and cooling performance.
Preparation
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service personnel. Read the
Read
Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
document included with your kit before
attempting any procedures in this chapter.
Caution
Many components within the chassis are susceptible to static discharge
damage. Service the chassis only in a static-free environment. Observe standard
handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while servicing the chassis. Always
wear a grounded wrist strap or equivalent while servicing the chassis.
Cleaning
Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis and cleaning the fan
filters. Refer to your module user documentation for information on cleaning the individual
CompactPCI or PXI Express modules.
Caution
Always
disconnect the DC power cable before cleaning or servicing the
chassis.
Interior Cleaning
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis. Use a soft-bristle brush
for cleaning around components.
