Technical Writing - Hardware
These are a sample of the different types of user documentation I've worked on for hardware. They are either entirely fictional, altered, or redacted to protect the brand anonymity of previous employers.
InnoGear Aromatherapy Diffuser User Manual
My mom likes shopping for trinkets and then stopping by with a couple as gifts. The latest batch (as of this posting) includes an aromatherapy diffuser, which I load up with lavender to fill my little studio apartment with a soothing scent. I read every user manual/guide that comes with a product, both out of compulsion and professional courtesy. While reading the one that came with the diffuser, I could only think, “Wow, this thing is in [REDACTED] omnishambles!”
I cleaned up the original version to keep my skills sharp and to practice what I was learning when I was first using Snagit. I cleared up instructions that became murky in translation, removed redundant information, and readjusted sections to make it feel more intuitive to the reader.
Handle Installation Instruction Sheet
This document provides instructions on how to install a handle on a DAFF279-B72 series appliance from Acme.
Instruction Manual for ADA-Compliant Range Hoods
This is an instruction manual for Acme Range Hoods, models BUG3624SSADA, BUG3630SSADA, and BUG3636SSADA. It includes safety warnings, installation instructions, and information on cleaning and maintenance.
Breast Milk Freezer User Manual
This is a user manual for a breast milk freezer. It contains safety instructions, installation instructions, and operating instructions.
Vaccine Refrigerator User Manual
This manual contains instructions for ACMED's Vaccine Refrigerator.
Frost-Free Warming and Cooling Drawer User Manual
The user manual for the Frost-Free Warming and Cooling Drawer.
Remote Switch Installation for ADA Compliant Wall Mounted Range Hoods
This document, created for experienced electricians, demonstrates the ability to write clear and concise technical documentation for an expert audience.
Instructions to make the CENA17H34 ADA-compliant
Follow these instructions to make sure your unit is the right height to be compliant with the standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
PNR Installation Instructions
Instructions on how to install a panel overlay on your Panel Ready (PNR) unit.
And for funsies...
Instant Wardrobe Changing Sliding Pole Installation Guide
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing an instant wardrobe changing sliding pole.
As seen on TV! In Batman (1966).