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2-8
STORAGE AND
SHIPMENT
The following paragraphs describe preparing the power meter for storage and
shipment.
Preparation for
Storage
Preparing the power meter for storage consists of cleaning the unit and packing it
with moisture-absorbing desiccant crystals. Whenever the unit is to be stored for
an extended period (longer than one week), it is advisable to remove the optional
battery pack. Refer to Section 2-7, “Battery Charging, Removal and Replace
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ment,” for instructions.
Environmental
Requirements
Store the unit in a temperature controlled environment that is maintained be
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tween –40 and +70° C
(–40 to +156° F), with a maximum humidity of 90% at 40° C (104° F), non-
condensing. For optimum battery life, store the battery pack at –20 to +50° C (–4
to +122° F) for short periods and –20 to +35° C (–4 to +95° F) for long term
storage.
Preparation for
Shipment
To provide maximum protection against damage in transit, the power meter
should be repackaged in the original shipping container. If this container is no
longer available and the power meter is being returned to Anritsu for repair, ad-
vise Anritsu Customer Service Center; they will send a new shipping container
free of charge. In the event neither of these two options is possible, follow the
packaging instructions below.
Use a
Suitable
Container
Obtain a corrugated cardboard carton with a 275-pound test
strength. This carton should have inside dimensions of no less than
six inches larger than the instrument dimensions to allow for
cushioning.
Protect the
Instrument
Wrap the instrument to protect the finish.
Cushion the
Instrument
Cushion the instrument on all sides by tightly packing dunnage or
urethane foam between the carton and the instrument. Provide at
least three inches of dunnage on all sides.
Seal the
Container
Seal the carton using either shipping tape or an industrial stapler.
Address the Con
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tainer
If the instrument is being returned to Anritsu for service, mark the
address of the appropriate Anritsu service center (Table 2-1), the
Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number, and your return ad
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dress on the carton in a prominent location.
ML2430A OM 2-11
INSTALLATION STORAGE AND SHIPMENT