Kipp&Zonen 2AP Sun Tracker - Manual (Page 49)

INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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4.5.6.3
Installation of other than Kipp & Zonen Instruments
The Manual and Win2AP software include diagrams that can be used to customize the accessories
to fit instruments other than those manufactured by Kipp & Zonen. This section also allows for the
mounting of equipment such as cameras when the 2AP is used as a Positioner.
Information: Points of consideration
Rear Mounting Plate:
Mounted in the lower position the Rear Mounting Plate can be used to gain height for instalment of
taller instruments. It might be necessary to customize special adapters to align with the centres of
the shaded spheres of the Pointing & Shading Ball Assembly. In combination with the Pointing &
Shading Ball Assembly the Rear Mounting Plate must not be mounted any lower than the
designated lower mounting hole pattern of the Upright Plates. This is to avoid the Shading Drive
Arms hitting the Rear Mounting Plate. See figure 4.14 and 4.15 for more information regarding the
dimensions of the centres of the shaded spheres.
Large Side Mounting Plates on the Gear Drive:
The Gear Drive is the heavy-duty version of the 2AP and can handle Side Plate payloads up to 65
kg, counter weights included. The Gear Drive also maintains its torque (and therefore its position)
when the power is turned off.
4.5.7 Cold Weather Cover
A standard 2AP has an operating temperature range of 0 °C to +50°C. For remote locations with
harsh temperature conditions, the Cold Weather Cover combined with two (optional) 50W –
115/230V internal heaters can increase the operating range to -50
°C to +50°C, see table 6.
Table 6:
2AP Operating Temperature Range.
Standard 2AP 0 °C to +50°C
2AP with Cold Weather Cover -20 °C to +50°C
2AP with Cold Weather Cover and Heater Kit -50 °C to +50°C
2AP with Cold Weather Cover and Extreme
Heater Kit -50 °C to +50°C (prolonged exposure and
severe wind-chill)
The Cold Weather Cover is made of a durable nylon shell filled with insulation and provides
excellent protection in all weather conditions. The cover installs easily by slipping over the main
body of the 2AP and is equipped with convenient fastening flaps for quick and simple installation.
The 2AP Cold Weather Cover is designed to fit both the standard 2AP and a unit fitted with all
accessories. For a standard 2AP with no Shading Arms or Rear Mounting Plate, installation of the
cover is possible from both sides of the unit. For a 2AP fitted with the Shading Arms and Rear
Mounting Plate the cover must be installed from the Shading Arm side, allowing the Rear Upright
Mounting Plates to pass through the open seams on both sides.
The optional internal heaters must be factory-installed prior to delivery. The Extreme Heater Kit is
strongly recommended for harsh climates, such as Polar regions. Extra heating elements will
protect the 2AP against the extreme continuous cold and severe wind-chill and the extra torque of
the GD is capable of breaking ice that may form around the shafts of the 2AP.
4. INSTALLATION AND SETUP