초록

A method of uncoupling, cleaning, refurbishing, and reassembling electrical connectors which have been exposed to environmental hazards, particularly underwater operation, and a kit therefore.

대표청구항 ▼

[ I claim:] [1.] A method of cleaning a connector of the type having a male plug and a female receptacle joined together by a coupling ring, wherein the male plug and the female receptacle contain electrical contacts and each contains an O-ring set in a groove for sealing against the other, said met

[ I claim:] [1.] A method of cleaning a connector of the type having a male plug and a female receptacle joined together by a coupling ring, wherein the male plug and the female receptacle contain electrical contacts and each contains an O-ring set in a groove for sealing against the other, said method comprising the steps of:cleaning the exterior of said connector;separating said male plug and said female receptacle;removing each said O-ring;cleaning said electrical contacts with a grease solvent;cleaning said electrical contacts with a salt solvent;cleaning said electrical contacts with a compressed gas;replacing each said O-ring; andreconnecting said male plug and said female receptacle.