6. Top off the charge of the buoy batteries every 2-3 months by:
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b. Reconnecting the solar panel and moving the buoy outdoors into the sun.*
*While charging, the data logger will be running. It is recommended that:
All sensors be disconnected from the buoy.
are reduced to minimize telemetry
data usage and power consumption.
7. Protect all cable and port connections.
a. Inspect all sensor ports and cable connections ensuring all O-rings are present and there are
no signs of moisture or damage.
b. Cover all logger or cable receptacle ports with a UW-plug to keep moisture out.
c. Keep all system cable O-rings and connectors clean by covering them with the included red (8-
pin) or yellow (6-pin) polymer caps.
If these caps are no longer accessible, any means of shielding the connectors from debris
that does not damage the O-rings is acceptable.
d. Use the O-ring grease included in the maintenance kit as needed to re-grease the cable/plug
connector O-rings.
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