Bird Technologies SCC8 Series-Manual - Manual (Page 39)

Maintenance
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Replacing the Conductor
1. Remove the cap screws [16] from the RF connector, using a 3 ⁄
16
allen wrench.
2. Remove the outer conductor assembly [12].
 Note: If only the outer conductor needs replaced, install it now and
screw it into place.
3. Remove the center conductor assembly [11] by pulling it carefully out of
the load housing.
 Note: Make sure the resistor [1] and inner flow tube [9] do not
come out with the center conductor.
4. Insert the new center conductor assembly into load housing.
 Note: Make sure the resistor fitting makes a snug fit with the resistor.
5. Replace the outer conductor and screw it into place.
Storage and Shipment
Storing the Load Resistor
1. Cover Bird HPCC Loads before storing to keep out dust and dirt.
2. It is not necessary to install the shipping plug.
3. Store in a dry, dust-free environment where the ambient temperature will
remain between –40 and +45 °C (–40 to +113 °F).
Shipping the Load Resistor
1. Remove the vent plug.
2. Install the shipping plug.
3. Wrap the vent plug with padding and tape it to the side of the load for pro-
tection.
 Note: With the shipping plug installed, it is not necessary to empty
out the coolant.
4. Wrap the connector in padding.
5. Pack and brace the load in a sturdy wooden crate for shipment.