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V1.7 January 2021
4.0 INSTALLATION
®
The following sections describe some typical installation procedures for Geosense
VW
Settlement Systems.
This section of the manual is intended for all users of Vibrating Wire Settlement Systems
®
manufactured by Geosense
and is intended to provide guidance with respect to their
installation.
It must be remembered that no two installations will be the same and it is inevitable that
some 'fine tuning' of the following procedures will be required to suit specific site
conditions.
It is VITAL that personnel responsible for the installation and
use of the Settlement System READ and UNDERSTAND this
manual, prior to working with the equipment.
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As stated before, it is vital to check all the equipment in the shipment soon after
taking delivery and well before installation is to be carried out. Check that all
components that are detailed on the shipping documents are included.
4.1 Preparation for Installation
When installing more than one System Plate / Body, record the assigned unique
identifying code for particular positions (remembering to ensure that the System
fitted with the longest cables are selected for the most distant installations).
Ensure there will be enough cable and tubing to route it to the intended readout /
monitoring location. The location of the Reservoir need not be the same as the
electrical termination, but it is commonly so.
The elevation / location of the Settlement System installations should be identified
by the Engineer responsible for the interpretation of the data, or as detailed on
contract drawing or in the specification.
It is important to consider the protection of the Reservoir when selecting a suitable
location. It should be remembered that Reservoir and connecting tubes must be
protected from damage as they are sensitive and vulnerable. In some locations it
will be necessary to install protective sleeves or enclosure.
The function of the system should be checked prior to installation as described in
section 3.3. Check the system using a readout with the audio function switched on.
A clear 'ping' should be produced.
It is preferable to install the terminal panel and reservoir prior to installing the
settlement cells. This allows for simple connection and testing, prior to backfilling
over the cells and tubing.
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