
CAUTION:
The cover plate to the CSAT3BH electronics should only be removed by qualified technicians
at the factory. When covered, the electronics are well protected against transient voltages
during handling and operation. Once uncovered, however, they are highly sensitive to
electrostatic discharge. There are no user-serviceable components beneath the cover plate.
Opening this will void the warranty on the anemometer.
CAUTION:
Never open the CSAT3H heater electronics enclosure except to replace desiccant. The
enclosure is secured with four screws in each corner of the box. As exposed electronics are
housed within the controller box, exposing the board to electrostatic discharge or allowing it
to come into contact with water could cause damage.
8.2 Sonic wicks
Ultrasonic anemometers are unable to measure wind when water droplets completely obscure
the face of the transducers. Campbell Scientific algorithm Version 5 along with sonic wicks
(shown in
(p. 84)) improve transducer performance in rainy conditions. Under certain
conditions, the wicking properties of the sonic wicks may not be adequate. In these
circumstances, a sonic anemometer may report diagnostic error conditions or erroneous data
until the water droplets evaporate or are manually removed. Droplets can be removed by
dabbing a cotton swab or tissue on the face of the transducer.
If site conditions are such that the wicks are unnecessary, gently remove the wicks from the
transducers, taking care not to damage or peel the matching layer (rubber tips) from the brass
housing of the transducers. Remove the wicks during the winter, as the wicks will accumulate
snow or freezing rain to the point where the transducer face will be obscured.
The Spare Sonic Wicks Kit consists of three top wicks, three bottom wicks, and an installation tool
(see
(p. 84)). The installation tool is used by placing a wick over the angled end of the
tool, placing the straight end of the tool gently against the transducer face, and sliding the wick
down the tool onto the transducer.
CAUTION:
Lightly dab the face of the transducer to remove water droplets. Applying excessive force on
the face of the transducer may damage the matching layer. Do not attempt to remove ice or
frost without melting it first by gently warming the anemometer.
If the wicks are to be permanently installed at the site, ensure that the wicks are located in the
proper position.
(p. 84) shows the proper orientation of the transducer wicks. The top
wick must be flush with the transducer face, with the wick tail located at the lowest point of the
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