7. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING
7.3 Life Expectancy of Major Parts
This radar has consumable parts, and the table that follews, shows the estimated life
‘expectancy for the consumable parts. Life expectancy estimates are based on use un-
der normal conditions. Request a FURUNO agent or dealer to replace the consumable
parts, to get the best performance and longest possible life from the equipment.
Part Type Life expectancy Remarks
Antenna Unit
Motor BV2-K155 | 10,000 hours For S-Band radar
BV2-Ki56 For X-Band radar
(other than FAR-2x58)
BVERIES For X-Band radar
(FAR-2x68 only)
Magnetron FNE1207 ‘5,000 hours ‘Check number of hours
MG5436 5.000 hours used at TX time.
MG5223F 7,000 hours.
9M31 2,000 hours
Monitor Unit
Bezel & LCD Refer to the Operator's Manual for the Monitor Unit.
assembly
Note: The magnetron is a consumable item. The effectiveness of your magnetron will
decrease over time, causing lower-than-normal signal strength and loss of echoes.
Magnetrons should be changed regularly. The table above shows the typical life-span
‘of a magnetron used under normal conditions.
7.4 Trackball Maintenance
7-4
Ifthe cursor skips or moves abnormally, clean the trackball using the procedure below.
1. Tum the retaining ring counterclockwise 45° to
unlock it.
2. Remove the retaining ring and ball
3. Clean the ball with a soft, lint-free cloth, then
blow carefully into the ball-cage to dislodge
dust and lint.
4. Look for a build-up of dirt on the metal rollers.
If dirty, clean the rollers using a cotton swab
moistened lightly with isopropyl-rubbing alcohol.
5. Make sure that fluff from the swab is not left on the rollers.
Replace the ball and retaining ring. Be sure the retaining ring is not inserted re-
versely.