Chapter 3: Installing The Transmitter; Tools And Materials; Preparation; Inspection And Storage - Neptune TRICON E Installation And Maintenance Manual

This chapter is designed to take you through the installation process for the TRICON
transmitter.

Tools and Materials

The following equipment is required for the installation:
Medium, flat-head screwdriver.
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Wire stripper.
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Hammer.
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Small (⅛") diameter punch, or similar tool.
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Multi-conductor, solid, #22 American Wire Gauge (AWG), copper cable.
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Dow Corning
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Some items may not apply to your specific installation, or the list may not contain all
required tools or materials.

Preparation

Be sure to review the following sections before beginning the installation.

Inspection and Storage

Remove the assembly parts from the parts bag and inspect them for any damage. The
transmitter arrives partially assembled, with the terminal cover and mounting ring being the
only separate parts. After the inspection is complete, store the cartons in a clean, dry
environment. The temperature should remain between –40° F and +185° F (–40° C and
+85° C).

Safety and Preliminary Checks

Always follow your local electrical and safety codes and observe the following guidelines for
running wire between your TRICON/E transmitter and the receiving device.
Avoid installing your TRICON E/E2/E3 instrumentation wiring near sources of electrical noise,
such as:
Contactors, motor starters, and relays.
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Radio transmitters and antennas.
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High-voltage power wiring and transformers.
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Chapter 3: Installing the Transmitter

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#4, or equivalent compound (optional).
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