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Chapter 3 _________________________________________________________ Retrofit Installation
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CHAPTER 3
RETROFIT INSTALLATION
This chapter describes the retrofit installation procedure for WMT700.
Retrofit Installation Procedure
At the measurement site, WMT700 needs to be mounted and connected
to the power source and data acquisition system.
After upgrading to WMT700, it is possible to install the optional bird
prevention kit available for the wind sensor. For more information, see
Vaisala WINDCAP
®
Ultrasonic Wind Sensor Series WMT700 User's
Guide.
WARNING
To protect personnel (and the wind sensor), a lightning rod must be
installed with the tip at least one meter above WMT700. The rod must be
properly grounded, compliant with all local applicable safety regulations.
Do not install the wind sensor above the top of the lightning protection
rod.
WARNING
Do not install WMT700 when there is a risk of thunderstorm or lightning
activity in the area.
CAUTION
When handling WMT700, do not rotate, pull, strike, bend, scrape or
touch the transducers with sharp objects. Any impact on the wind sensor
array damages the device.