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2150EX AV Flow Module - Isco

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<strong>2150EX</strong> Area Velocity <strong>Flow</strong> System<br />

Section 5 Maintenance<br />

The cable and outer surfaces of the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor may also be<br />

cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.<br />

If the flow stream carries a great deal of debris, beware of organic<br />

materials that may collect beneath the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor. This material<br />

swells as it becomes saturated with water and may exert<br />

pressure on the outer diaphragm. This can damage the transducer<br />

and permanently disable the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor. Keeping the ports<br />

clean not only prevents damage, but assures you that the <strong>AV</strong><br />

Sensor will respond to the hydrostatic pressure above instead of<br />

the pressure created by swollen material.<br />

Gently flush<br />

diaphragm cover<br />

with water.<br />

No tools!<br />

Ports<br />

If the ports become blocked:<br />

1. Remove the sensor from its mounting ring, plate, or carrier.<br />

2. Scrape any accumulated solids off the exterior of the sensor.<br />

Use a brush and flowing water.<br />

3. Remove debris that has accumulated in the ports.<br />

4. The outer diaphragm is behind the small round cover on<br />

the bottom of the sensor. It should be visible through the<br />

two small openings at the center of the cover. Gently flush<br />

the cover and holes with water to remove debris.<br />

CAUTION<br />

Avoid using tools near the cover openings. The transducer is<br />

extremely sensitive to pressure applied to its exposed surface.<br />

Direct or indirect contact with the outer diaphragm may permanently<br />

damage the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor.<br />

5.6.3 Sensor Cable<br />

Inspection<br />

Erroneous level or velocity readings may not always indicate a<br />

fault inside the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor body. A damaged cable can affect the<br />

operation of the sensor, particularly if the reference air tube<br />

inside the cable is collapsed or blocked. Damaged cables cannot<br />

be spliced or repaired.<br />

If the <strong>AV</strong> Sensor cable is damaged, you must replace the entire<br />

assembly, as the sensor body and cable are a factory-sealed unit.<br />

Keep the connector clean and dry and install the cable so that it<br />

is not at risk of damage resulting from other activity taking place<br />

in the area. The connector can be replaced in some instances,<br />

depending on the condition of the cable.<br />

In temporary installations, do not leave cables lying around<br />

where they may be stepped on or run over by heavy equipment.<br />

Do not leave extra cable loose in the flow stream where it can<br />

trap debris.<br />

In permanent installations, cables repeatedly subjected to abuse<br />

will fail and should be installed in conduit for protection. The<br />

conduit must be large enough to pass the connector through, as<br />

you cannot remove or replace it.<br />

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