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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
The EpiSensor FBA ES-T..............................................................................1
Inspecting the EpiSensor................................................................................2
2. Installation Basics
Requirements for Installation.........................................................................3
Required Tools.......................................................................................3
Required Supplies ..................................................................................4
Required Equipment ..............................................................................4
Mounting & Orienting the EpiSensor ............................................................4
Required Cables .....................................................................................7
Grounding the EpiSensor...............................................................................7
Safety First.............................................................................................7
EMI/RFI.................................................................................................8
Powering the EpiSensor.................................................................................9
Zero-Adjusting the EpiSensor......................................................................10
Methods of Measuring the DC Offset..................................................10
Performing the Zero Adjustment .........................................................10
Note on Full-Scale Range ....................................................................11
Thermal Insulation Shield (Optional) ..........................................................11
3. Operating Basics
Polarity Conventions....................................................................................17
EpiSensor External Features ........................................................................18
Required Power............................................................................................18
Performing a Functional Test with an Altus Recorder ................................19
Sensor Response Test ..................................................................................20