ABEM Terrameter SAS 1000 / SAS 4000
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9
SERVICING THE EQUIPMENT
The Terrameter SAS System is designed to withstand the normal wear and tear encountered in
field work.
9.1
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Excessive vibration, temperature and moisture exposure should be avoided:
•
Do not transport the instrument loose on vehicle floors or truck beds.
•
Avoid excessive temperature exposure such as direct sunshine in hot weather.
•
Do not expose the instrument to rain for long periods. It is splash proof but not submersion
proof.
9.2
DATA STORAGE MEMORY
The number of readings that can be stored in the internally depends on the size of the internal
disk. Due to the construction of the storage medium, the read- and write-procedures now and
then takes longer time than usual, i.e. several seconds for some instrument generations. This is
due to an internal algorithm that ”spreads” the data on the disk.
It is recommended not to fill the data memory to 100 percent.
Important:
A good advice is now and then to go to the <Setup> menu and select the command
<Disk Cleanup>.
9.3
ERROR CODES
Whenever an error occurs in the SAS 1000 / 4000 a code is displayed on the screen. The
meaning of the codes is explained in “Appendix B. Terrameter error codes” (page 83).
9.4
STORAGE AND HUMIDITY
When not in use, instruments should be
stored in dry premises.
If the instrument has been exposed to
excessive humidity during a long period,
lifting the circuitry out of the case and
letting it dry in the sun or near a stove
can dry it. Remember, however, that
static
electricity
can
damage
the
circuitry.
IMPORTANT
Static electricity can damage the components in
the circuitry. Do not touch any circuitry
needlessly with your hands or your tools. Always
discharge yourself by touching a grounded object
before handling the internal parts of the SAS 1000
/ 4000. Protect your workshop against static
electricity
.
