Garmin APOLLO GX SERIES Service Manual

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© 2004 Garmin AT GX Service Manual 1-1Chapter 1. Service RequirementsPreliminary DataPrior to performing any repair or testing, fill out the appropriate fields of the Service Data Sheet. Acopy is located at the back of this manual. This will be used when service is completed to reentercustomer configuration and perform final test and inspection.Service Authorization and AuditsOnly UPS Aviation Technologies authorized Level II service centers can service UPS AviationTechnologies avionics equipment. A level II service center must meet the following requirements:• FAA or local civil aviation authority repair station certification in the radio and/or navigationcategory.• Completion of factory sponsored Level II training or passing a written test.• Possession of the most current version of the maintenance manual and/or applicable USPAviation Technologies service literature.• Fulfillment of the minimum test equipment requirements as listed in the maintenance manual,including provisions for static control (ESD).Contact UPS Aviation Technologies for more information.Updating Service ManualsIt is required that all service centers have the latest revision of the service manuals prior to performingany maintenance. The manual document numbers and configurations are available via the Internet orby calling UPS Aviation Technologies at the numbers given in the front of this manual.ESD RequirementsESD precautions must be followed at all times when handling components or circuit boards. Whenworking on the unit, you must use a grounded wrist strap and a grounded working surface. Circuitboards or components must only be carried in a nonconductive, anti-static bag. Reference EIAStandard # EIA-625.All components to be shipped require appropriate ESD protective packaging.Soldering RequirementsUse a grounded tip, temperature controlled solder iron operating at 600 to 700 degrees Fahrenheit.The solder, wick and flux are “no-clean” products. If others are used, the boards must be cleanedafter servicing to remove residues. See the parts list for these items. Reference the followingstandards:IPC-R-7721 and 7711 (or newer) Guidelines for Rework and Repair of Printed Boards andAssemblies.IPC-A-610A (or newer) Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.