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2 maintenance, 3 calibration, Attributions and references – Campbell Scientific 109-L Temperature Probe User Manual

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Model 109 Temperature Probe

Symptom: Incorrect temperature is reported.

Verify the Mult and Offset arguments in

Therm109()

are correct for the

desired units (Section 7.2, Datalogger Programming). Check the cable for

signs of damage and possible moisture intrusion.

Symptom: Unstable temperature is reported.

Probably a result of electromagnetic interference. Try using the _50Hz or

_60Hz Integ or Fnotch options, and/or increasing the settling time as

described in Section 8.3, Electrically Noisy Environments, and Section 8.4,

Long Cable Lengths. Ensure the clear wire is connected to datalogger

ground, and the datalogger is properly grounded.

9.2 Maintenance

The 109 probe requires minimal maintenance. For air temperature

measurements, check the radiation shield monthly to make sure it is clean and

free from debris. Periodically check cabling for signs of damage and possible

moisture intrusion.

9.3 Calibration

Calibration of the 109 probe is not necessary unless the application requires

removal of the thermistor interchangeability offset described in Section 6,

Specifications.

10. Attributions and References

Santoprene

®

is a registered trademark of Exxon Mobile Corporation.

Measurement Specialties™ is a trademarked global designer and manufacturer

of sensors and sensor-based systems.

EPA installation standard: Quality Assurance Handbook for Air Pollution

Measurement Systems – Volume IV: Meteorological Measurements Version 2.0

WMO standard: WMO No. 8, Seventh edition, 6 Aug 2008 Guide to

Meteorological Instruments and Methods of Observation

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