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4.6 Military transport case
The military transport case can be used for storage and transportation of the SkyVUE 8M and
offers protection against the environment, impact and transportation vibration (see
shock, and vibration certification
(p. 13)).
Ensure that the SkyVUE 8M and accessories are appropriately located and that the lid of the case
is secured by each of the securing clasps before moving or transporting the case.
While it is ruggedly constructed, do not overload the case or store heavy items upon it.
4.7 Bird spike kit
The optional bird spike kit deters birds from sitting on the SkyVUE 8M. It includes four stainless-
steel spikes with rounded ends and a small reel of stainless-steel wire. The following figure shows
installed bird spikes.
FIGURE 4-5. Ceilometer bird spike kit installed
To install the bird spikes, remove the cowl and blanking plugs from the cowl (
For each hole, place a nut and washer then thread the spike into the hole. Tighten the nuts and
washers (see
(p. 23)). Replace the cowl on the SkyVUE 8M.
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