National Instruments PXI Express NI PXIe-1065 - Manual (Page 38)

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Maintenance
This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on
the NI PXIe-1065 chassis.
Caution Disconnect the power cable prior to servicing a NI PXIe-1065 chassis.
Service Interval
Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the
operating environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability.
Preparation
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service
personnel. Read the Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency
Interference 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.
Refer to your module user documentation for information on cleaning the
individual CompactPCI or PXI Express modules.
Caution Always disconnect the AC 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.