YSI EXO Sonde Tune-Up Service
Features
- Tune-up rate for the EXO1 and EXO2
- Sondes are returned with a Calibration Report to confirm that all parameters meet specifications
- Fondriest Environmental is a factory-authorized YSI Service and Repair Center
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Quality data can be directly correlated to the condition of your monitoring equipment. Instrument check-up, characterization, and certification by a factory-authorized service center are recommended on a regular basis to help ensure data accuracy and maximize the instrument’s usable life.
Fondriest Environmental offers excellent turnaround times and low service costs on YSI 6-Series sondes. Tune-Up Service covers all repair labor in addition to:
- Seal Inspection & Cleaning
- Cable Inspection & Testing
- Sensor Reconditioning & Calibration
- Circuit Board Performance & Upgrade
Upon receipt of the instrument, repair technicians will perform a free evaluation and send a detailed evaluation report and price quote via email to the point of contact.
Repairs are based on customer feedback and are performed only after approval is received. All repaired instruments are returned with a Calibration Report to confirm that system parameters meet factory specifications.
Call our Service & Repair Department at 888.426.2151 or email customercare@fondriest.com for more information.
- Seals are cleaned of any contamination that may cause leakage
- Damaged or missing o-rings are replaced
- The cable is subject to a vigorous flex test to check for shorts
- Connector and ports are cleaned of any moisture and corrosion
- Sensors are reconditioned and calibrated so they are ready for use
- New DO membranes are installed with fresh electrolyte solution
- Circuit board performance is verified
- Software is upgraded to the latest version
- Calibration Report confirms that all parameters meet specifications
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