User Manual for AML Oceanographic Base
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Shipping & Receiving
Receiving an Instrument
When receiving an instrument, perform the following steps to ensure the instrument will be ready
for deployment when required:
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Inspect the shipping container, looking for signs of damage. Damage to the shipping
container could indicate damage to the instrument inside.
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The shipping package contains the following items:
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Base•X
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instrument
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Connector and Charging Cable
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Red shorting plug (attached to instrument with lanyard)
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USB wireless adaptor
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One primary sensor blanking plug
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One secondary sensor blanking plug
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USB with manuals and documentation
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AC wall plug / DC socket adaptor / Power Supply adaptor.
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Inspect for damage
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Check the cable for slices or gouges
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Check the connector sockets for corrosion, dirt, and salt deposits
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Check the pressure case for dents and scrapes
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Check the sensors for cracks or bends
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Ensure
all the Xchange™
sensors are installed tightly. The blue locking sleeve should
be tight, and sitting less than 1 mm from the instrument end cap.
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Connect the instrument to a computer using WiFi and perform a scan or monitor using
SeaCast.
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Check the battery voltage. A
% Battery Life
indicator is shown in SeaCast when the
instrument is connected under the status window.
Returning an Instrument to the Factory
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If shipping for repair or recalibration, obtain an RMA number from the service centre.
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Package the instrument in its original shipping box to prevent damage during shipping.
An RMA number can be requested using the contact options given in the Support section of this
manual.