viewer after exposure to rain or high
humidity.
(1) If available, keep the equipment in the
transit case when not in use.
(2) When in the field, keep the viewer in
the carrying bag when not in actual operation.
Keep the battery under rain gear if it is being
worn on the operator's belt.
(3) Clean the IR window and eyepiece lens
frequently with dry lens tissue. Keep the pro-
tective cap on the IR window as much as pos-
sible.
(4) Wipe the outside surfaces of the
equipment with a dry, lint-free cloth.
e. Salt Water Areas.
CAUTION
To prevent corrosion and deteriora-
tion, thoroughly clean and dry all ex-
terior surfaces of the viewer as soon
after exposure to salt spray condi-
tions as possible.
(1) If available, keep the equipment in
the transit case when not in use.
(2) When in the field, keep the viewer in
the carrying bag when not in actual operation.
Keep the battery inside the outer clothing, if
possible.
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