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Chapter 2. Installation
3. Install the four nuts onto the threaded rods with the convex side of the nut facing the fixture. Hand tighten the
nuts on each V block evenly, as shown in Figure 24 on the next page. Do not use a cross tightening pattern on the
four installation nuts.
Figure 24: Installing Nuts onto the Fixture
2.4.4.2 Installing the Transducers
1. Apply a bead of coupling 6 mm (0.25 in.) wide along the entire length of each transducer face, as shown in
Figure 25 below.
Figure 25: Couplant on Transducer Face
Note:
Do not slide the transducer with couplant along the surface of the pipe when mounting the transducer.
2. Set the first mounting block (either left edge or right edge) at a convenient number on the scale, such as 2 in. or 5
cm. Install the first transducer with the BNC connector pointing away from the center of the V block fixture.
Tighten the transducer mounting thumbscrew onto the slider, which in turn applies pressure to the transducer.
Use a handtight grip to set the transducer in contact with the pipe, as shown in Figure 26 below. Use a wrench to
tighten the backing nut to prevent loosening due to vibration and thermal expansion.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a wrench or pliers on the thumbscrew.
Figure 26: Installing the First Transducer