Campbell Scientific P2546A-L Anemometer - Manual (Page 7)

P2546A-L Anemometer
1. Introduction
The P2546A is a Class 1 anemometer used in wind energy applications. It
primarily provides wind speed resource assessment, and wind turbine power
performance monitoring. Wind speed is sensed by a three-cup rotor assembly.
Magnets mounted on the shaft cause a switch to close and open two times per
revolution. Our dataloggers measure the switch closure and convert the signal
to engineering units (mph, m/s, knots).
Before using the P2546A-L Anemometer, please study
• Section 2. Cautionary Statements
• Section 3. Initial Inspection
• Section 4. Quickstart
More details are available in the remaining sections.
2. Cautionary Statements
• The P2546A is a precision instrument. Please handle it with care.
• If the P2546A is to be installed at heights over 6 feet, be familiar with
tower safety and follow safe tower climbing procedures.
• Danger — Use extreme care when working near overhead electrical wires.
Check for overhead wires before mounting the P2546A or before raising a
tower.
3. Initial Inspection
• Upon receipt of the P2546A, inspect the packaging and contents for
damage. File damage claims with the shipping company. Immediately
check package contents against the shipping documentation. Contact
Campbell Scientific about any discrepancies.
• The model number and cable length are printed on a label at the
connection end of the cable. Check this information against the shipping
documents to ensure the expected product and cable length are received.
• Each P2546A anemometer is shipped with a MEASNET calibration
certificate that contains information concerning where the anemometer
was calibrated, the calibration procedure used, the calibration equation
obtained, and the serial number of the anemometer. Cross check the serial
number in the calibration certificate against the serial number on the
anemometer to ensure that the given sensitivity value corresponds to your
sensor.
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