Sentek RT6, Hardware Manual

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CHAPTER 6: MAINTENANCE
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Chapter 6: Maintenance
System
Regular maintenance of the Sentek RT6 System
should consist of cleaning of the logger housing to
ensure dust and grime is kept to a minimum.
The probe top caps should be checked regularly for
cracks or breakages. Machinery should be kept well
away from the probes. This will avoid damage to the
probe rods as well as avoid compacting of the soil
around the probe, thus giving a false indication of the
soil moisture content
The logging facility and probes should be checked
regularly for insect infestation. Some insects can
cause low resistance between wiring tracks on the
PCB which can cause intermittent or unreliable
operation.
Sentek
Distributors can provide a regular
maintenance program which consists of regular visits
by an authorized installer to test and ensure correct
operation of the system. A regular maintenance
program such as this will ensure that the Sentek RT6
System functions properly and continues to give
worry free operation.
If problems are experienced, running diagnostics may
assist in determining any system faults. Consult the
RT6 Logger Manager Manual for further details.
Solar Panel
Keep solar panel clean at all times. Clean with water
and dry with soft cloth. A commercially available
glass cleaner can be used for stubborn stains.
Regular checks on the orientation and angle of the
solar panel should be performed. Winds, birds etc.
can move the panel from its ideal position reducing
its efficiency. If birds are a problem a “Bird Scarer”
can be fitted to top of solar panel.