Connect The Sensor(S); Making A Cable Gland Connection; Figure 19: Battery Detail - Geokon GeoNet 8800 Series Instruction Manual

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3. Install the batteries by aligning the positive (+) side of the D cells with the +
indicator in the battery holder. Push the batteries straight down into the
holder.

FIGURE 19: Battery Detail

4. Move the battery select switch to either the Alkaline or Lithium position
depending on the type of battery being used.
5. An LED will flash on the right side of the box indicating the unit has power.

3.5 CONNECT THE SENSOR(S)

3.5.1 MAKING A CABLE GLAND CONNECTION

Complete the following before powering the node.
To connect a sensor using a gauge cable/cable gland connection:
1. Open the device by unscrewing the four captive screws on the front of the
enclosure. Ensure that no dirt, water, or other contaminants are
allowed to enter the enclosure.
2. Loosen the nut on the cable fitting and remove the white plastic dowel.
3. Slide the transducer cable through the cable gland nut and fitting.
4. Insert the lead wires into the terminal block as shown in Figure 20 and
Table 5.
5. Press down on the orange tab, insert the bare end of the wire into the
terminal block, and then release the tab.
6. Pull gently on each conductor to ensure it is secure.
7. Tighten the cable gland nut until it firmly grips the outer jacket of the cable.
The cable gland nut must be properly tightened to prevent water entry. Do
not over-tighten, as this might strip the plastic threads.
8. Pull gently on the sensor cable to ensure it is held in place by the cable
gland.
9. Repeat steps 2 - 8 for each gauge cable you need to connect.
10. Close the device by screwing the four captive screws on the front of the
enclosure. Ensure that no contaminants have entered the enclosure.
To prevent the possibility of a short circuit, do not allow bare leads to touch each
other during or after wiring.
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