RECOMMENDED Preventative Maintenance

The recommended schedule and standard maintenance consists of:

Weekly:

Check speed and direction. Run radar at slowest speed and change scan direction.

Every 6 months:

1. Check DC power supply (should be 24V-29V) or check the 400Hz if you have not yet upgraded to run on 24Vdc.
2. Run/check system test (From the display under ‘Tools’ drop-down and ‘System Test’) Look for any Faults.
3. Run/check ‘RINGS TEST’ (From the display – “R/T” section)

   Look for a clean test pattern, smooth sweep with no missing radials.

Every 1-2 years: IN THE RADOME:

1. Replace the R/T mount fan (make sure it is blowing down).
2. Check surge suppress.
   1. Check lights on surge devices (if applicable)
3. Check DC Power. (if applicable)
   1. Should be 24-29V in radome.
4. Check Air-conditioning units and fans (internal and external fans) (if applicable)
5. Be sure to seal and tape the radome when complete.

*Every 3 years:

Send the R/T to ADC for standard R/T alignment & calibration

*Every 4-5 years (3-4 years for large pedestals):

Send the Pedestal to ADC for:

• Bearing replacement – ceramic bearings with high performance, long lasting lubricant.
• Standard Pedestal Alignment.
• Standard Repairs.

*Upgrades (performance and/or reliability) may be offered as an additional option when sending equipment in for service.

* ADC can also offer spares, rentals (R/T and Pedestal), and swap-out components.