CGEO-PR-VW Vibrating Wire Portable Readout
CGEO INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Installation Manual
Section 5 : Maintenance
The CGEO Readout Box is designed for all weather fieldwork, but daily maintenance
is still needed to maintain the best condition and reliability.
5.01 Cleaning
Clean the reader periodically with a soft cloth dampened with soap and water.
Note:
a) DO NOT USE ANY TYPES OF SOLVENTS OR CLEANING AGENTS on the
faceplate of the readout;
b) Prevent any liquid entering into the connection ports on the panel.
5.02 Charging
CGEO Readout Box is equipped with a high volume Lithium cell, if it is not operated
correctly, the life of the battery will be shortened unless the following steps are taken:
a)
The new battery is undercharged, and only about 20% of the rated volume. The
new readout box can be used at once without charging but must be charged
immediately when the following display appears “
The
Voltage is not enough; Please
Charge
”
.
b) The first-time charge should be longer than 48 hours. Then at least
24hours. when charged for 24 hours, the battery will be charged to 80%, and be full
for 48hours operation.
c) You can charge the readout box when it is in use. Of course it will take longer to
reach a full charge.
d) If the readout box is not in use for a long time, it should be discharged fully before
storing. It is still suggested to charge and discharge completely every other half year.
5.03 Calibration
The readout should be returned to the factory for servicing and calibration periodically (approximately
every 24 months depending on usage).
5.04 Trouble Shooting
Listed below are a few commonly experienced problems and remedial action. Contact
the factory should a problem arise not explained herein.
5.04.1 Unit will not come on
Internal battery is probably dead, please use mains power.
5.04.2 After charging, battery stays powered for very short time
Internal Lead-acid battery is dead. Consult the factory to schedule battery
replacement.
4.04.3 Stored readings are not retained at power-off
Check Alligator Clip connections to vibrating wire gage leads. If ok, check gauge
resistance with Ohmmeter. It should read between 90 and
180 ohms. If gauge resistance is ok, check the DISPLAY MODE in the
order of D
→
E
→
F
→
A
→
B
→
C, This should then be ok. If the problem persists try
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