Special Installations For Av|Gated, Av|Max, Peak Combo, Surface Combo, Or Ultrasonic Depth Sensors - ADS TRITON+ Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Special Installations for AV|Gated, AV|Max,
Peak Combo, Surface Combo, or Ultrasonic
Depth Sensors
A special installation requires two independent installations: one for
the Surface Combo Sensor or Ultrasonic Depth Sensor and one for
the Peak Combo or AV|Gated sensor.
Note: Special installations do not involve spreader
mechanisms or rings. All hardware mounts directly to the
pipe surface with anchor bolts.
Performing a special installation involves the following process:
Gathering the parts and supplies
Gathering the tools and equipment
Mounting the AV|Gated, AV|Max or Peak Combo sensor
Mounting the ParaDepth, ParaFlow, Surface Combo or
Ultrasonic Depth Sensor
Securing the cables to the band
Before beginning the installation, conduct a thorough investigation
of hydraulic and other site conditions. The hydraulics of a site
directly affect the monitor's ability to accurately measure flow
depth and velocity. In addition, measure the horizontal and vertical
pipe dimensions carefully. Even slightly inaccurate pipe
dimensions can significantly skew and misrepresent flow data.
Caution: Handle all sensors and cables with extreme
care. The sensors and cables contain delicate mechanisms
and electronics. Keep sharp objects away from sensor
cables, and avoid stepping or placing heavy objects on the
cable during installation. Avoid contacting the metal
connector at the end of the Surface Combo or Ultrasonic
Depth Sensor cable (or any other sharp object) with the
Teflon-coated crystals on the sensor.