National Instruments PXI Express PXIe-1073 User Manual

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© National Instruments | 3-13MaintenanceThis chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the PXIe-1073 chassis.Caution Disconnect the power cables prior to servicing the chassis.Service IntervalClean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the operatingenvironment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability and cooling performance.PreparationThe information in this chapter is designed for use by qualified service personnel. Read the ReadMe First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with your kit beforeattempting any procedures in this chapter.Caution Many components within the chassis are susceptible to static dischargedamage. Service the chassis only in a static-free environment. Observe standardhandling precautions for static-sensitive devices while servicing the chassis. Alwayswear a grounded wrist strap or equivalent while servicing the chassis.CleaningCaution Always disconnect the AC power cable before cleaning or servicing thechassis.Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis. Refer to yourmodule user documentation for information on cleaning individual CompactPCI or PXImodules.Interior CleaningUse a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis. Use a soft-bristle brushfor cleaning around components.