NGSLR Operations Manual
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NASA NGSLR OPS Manual (v1.0)
Overview of the Document
The purpose of this document is to provide instructions for operation of the NGSLR system.
This document will:
Describe the general configuration of the system
Lay out procedures for system power up and shutdown
Walk the operator through the normal sequence of events in tracking operations
Describe regularly performed calibration procedures
List the most common errors and their resolutions
All steps are listed in a numbered hierarchy, and begin with a summary of what is to be accomplished during
each step, followed with a brief description of how to perform the task, along with any pertinent notes,
warnings, and troubleshooting steps. The number and the summary description of each step match the steps
listed in the operations checklist included in the appendix of this manual.
Example layout of procedures
The following symbols are used to identify certain types of hazards that exist within the system, along with
procedures to mitigate risk. Compliance with the risk mitigation procedures identified in this document and
NASA safety guidelines are mandatory.
Possible safety hazard or potential damage to equipment.
Possible laser safety hazard.
Possible electrical hazard.
1.
Fill out the Operations Log
At the commencement of your shift, fill out the NGSLR Operations Log, as
shown in Appendix B. Make sure to keep this log sheet in a convenient place, as you will continue to
enter additional information with each pass / ground calibration that is performed.
2.
Call the FAA
Inform the FAA of pending operations immediately after beginning the operations log.
a. Call the FAA.
(See the posting in the shelter for the current number)
b. Say something similar to:
This is Joe Smith at the Goddard Space Flight Center. I am calling to inform you that we are
commencing laser ranging operations.
c. Write down the name of person spoken to along with the time in the Operations Log.
Summary of Step
Detailed description
Step number
