Deployment Guide; Deployment Checklist - RD Instruments WorkHorse Sentinel User Manual

WorkHorse Sentinel User's Guide
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Deployment Guide

Use the following steps and the Quick Reference card to setup the Work-
Horse for a Self-Contained deployment.
11.1

Deployment Checklist

Test the ADCP using WinSC
Seal the ADCP for deployment
Visually inspect the ADCP
Verify the compass alignment using WinSC; if necessary, re-calibrate
Check recorder status using WinSC
Are biofouling precautions needed?
Verify battery and recorder space requirements
Zero pressure sensor (optional) at deployment site with AZ-command
Install the dummy plug; use silicone lubricant
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Install new o-rings; use silicone lubricant
Use fresh desiccant (2 bags) inside ADCP
Install and connect the battery
Check Recorder PC card is installed
Check the transducer head condition
Check the zinc anode condition (High Pressure Housing only)
Check the housing paint condition (High Pressure Housing only)
All mounting hardware installed
Transducer faces clean and free from defects
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