Adjustable penetration depth Extending the corers footprint The hydraulic damper 19-20 Deploying the multi corer 21-23 Securing and ejecting the sample The Sample ejecting aggregate 11-12 Storing Troubleshooting and maintenance Other parts recommended (accessories) 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
Except for item #5 (water filling of hydraulic damper). KC Denmark A/S is not, and cannot be held, responsible for any damage(s) made to equipment or to operators who ignore safety precautions or because of misuse or wrong operation.
“1”. The photo shows an old model with 2 safety clamps. Push up the lid. The wire from “A” goes through the hole at “B” and the end is secured at “C” 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
The handle behind the lid will secure the steel wire from top of sampler to the bottom release system. Press down the handle, ensure the wire is taut and release the handle. 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
Open the quick release bracket for the tube Tilt the sample tube to the side, so you can insert it into the hole, lower the tube for 1 cm, approx. Align the tube to vertical position. 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
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Check, if the lower end of the tube is inserted correct (item 8). Tighten the handle to secure the tube. Do not over tighten the handle, as you may damage the tube 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
(see item 1). The bracket is attached to the bars. For full penetration, leave the bracket as shown. Fasten the 4 bolts firmly to keep the bracket in place. 71.500 - Multi corer - Manual...
For a shorter penetration move the bracket in vertical position and fasten by means of the 4 bolts. Extending the corers footprint Four extension legs (optional) can be added for better stability in strong currents or for larger depths.
The hydraulic damper The multi corer has an automatic, hydraulic damper located at the centre. Upon lowering to the sea, the damper is filled up with water through the inlet “K” When the multi corer hits the seabed, the water is forced through the outlet “L”, causing a delay before the tubes penetrate the sediment.
Securing the multi corer After the sample has been taken and you hoist the multi corer, it is very important to mount the safety clamp before doing any job on the sampler. The photo shows an old model with 2 safety clamps.
A complete unit, ready for ejecting the sample. Storing the multi corer Before storing the sampler all parts must be rinsed carefully with fresh water to avoid rust and corrosion. You can store the sampler in two ways: 1. In loaded position having both safety clamps attached.
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