Installation; Power; Figure 1 - Typical Micro-6000 Configuration; Figure 2 - Power Distribution Circuit Board - Geokon 8600-2 Instruction Manual

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A 12V – 7Ah lead acid battery is used to provide power for the Datalogger. The battery supports
operating power for a limited period of time should the AC or solar power, used to maintain the
battery, be interrupted. Under normal operating conditions and proper maintenance, the life
expectancy of the battery is approximately five years

3.1 Installation

The recommended method of installation involves attaching the various enclosures (MICRO-
6000 and Multiplexers) to a fixed structure, such as a wall, in an upright position (Figure 1).
Mounting dimensions shown in inches.

Figure 1 - Typical Micro-6000 Configuration

3.2 Power

After the Datalogger is installed the Geokon Regulated AC Charger or Regulated Solar Panel can
be connected to the three-pin charger port on the Datalogger. The supply voltage to the Micro-
6000 will be "Off" by default and the On/Off switch SW1 on the Power Distribution circuit
board should be switched to the "On" position (Figure 2). The Internal Lead Acid battery will
charge in either position. It is recommended that the charger be left plugged in at all times
(Section 4.1). Additionally, a Geokon Unregulated AC Charger or Solar Panel can be used as the
three-pin charger port is also wired to the CR6 built in Charge Regulator.

Figure 2 - Power Distribution Circuit Board