Operation Manual
SYSTEM
OCR-504 Multispectral Radiometer
SECTION
B - SAFETY & HAZARDS
B - SAFETY & HAZARDS
Personal Safety
•
The operators should always remain aware of the cable. Any cable or line
released from a ship can be dangerous. Keep a safe distance from the
cable coil on deck when the instruments are being used.
Instruments
•
Do not leave instruments in direct sunlight when not in use. Direct sunlight
can increase the internal temperature of the instrument beyond its
maximum rating.
•
Do not leave an in-water instrument unattended. Boat drift can entangle the
cable and cause damage or instrument loss.
Cable
•
To prevent damage to the conductors within the Kevlar™ strength member,
ensure the power/telemetry cable is not pinched or bent to a radius less
than 18 cm.
Connections
•
Handle electrical terminations carefully, as they are not designed to
withstand strain. Disconnect the cables from the components by pulling on
the connector heads and not the cables. Do not twist the connector while
pulling, as this will damage the connector pins.
•
Do not use petroleum-based lubricants on Subconn
®
connectors.
Connectors should be free of dirt and lightly lubricated before mating. Sea-
Bird Scientific recommends using DC-111 silicone grease (made by Dow-
Corning
®
) on the male pins prior to connection.