Heron Instruments Skinny Dipper Water Level Meter User Manual
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1. NOTE Accurate battery orientation diagram inside of battery box See Figure 1 To test the entire unit from the panel to the probe short the probe across the stand off screw and the pin on the axle as shown in figure 2 the unit should sound as above Use in the Field Reel the tape down the well carefully avoiding the edge of the casing Hang the WLM on the casing when possible and run the tape over the guide on the frame leg to avoid cuts and nicks to the tape Swivel the probe holder on the frame to allow the tape free movement down the well See Figure 3 When the unit sounds carefully measure the depth to water indicated on the tape from your reference point Raise and lower the probe in and out of the water to get a consistent result NOTE The inverted triangle on the probe holder serves as a datum point indicating top of casing In wells that have cascading water that may give false readings reduce the sensitivity by turning the sensitivity knob anti clockwise DO NOT use the WLM to measure the progress of back filling wells The tape and probe may become trapped in the backfill material DO NOT allow the tape to freewheel down the well It may become caught in other equipment in the well When rewinding the tape remove as much water and debris as possible from the tape and the probe Cleaning the Heron Water Level Meter WLM Always clean the meters after use in the field to maintain optimal performance2. aid by the user In no event shall Heron Instruments Inc be liable for any direct indirect or consequential damages abuse acts of third parties rental equipment environmental conditions or other expenses which may arise in connection with such defective equipment This warranty shall not apply to damage of equipment caused by improper installation usage storage alteration or inadequate care Heron Warranty coverage does not extend to the following e Tape bag or batteries used with the product e Products used as rental equipment e Products contaminated by materials which are known to be hazardous and as such have rendered the unit unserviceable e Parts failure due to neglect in cleaning or incorrect servicing e Failure of parts caused by misuse For service information e visit www heroninstruments com under the CONTACT heading e email service heroninstruments com e call 1 800 331 2032 or 905 628 4999
3. and extend the life of the unit The WLM may be cleaned with any mild household dishwashing detergent and rinsed with water DO NOT use abrasives partially halogenated hydrocarbons or ketones to clean the reel If the electronic panel is removed first the reel and tape can be washed with a power washer Remove the panel retaining thumb screws nuts to release the panel Take care not to lose the thumb screws as the unit will not work without them For longer units with aluminium reel discs the panel is connected to the tapes with male and female push connectors Troubleshooting the Heron Water Level Meter WLM No sound or light when the unit is tested Refer to Equipment Check and follow procedures Change the battery Equipment checked panel okay but probe not working Make sure both panel retaining thumb screws nuts are tight Still not sounding in water Adjust the sensitivity setting If the unit still does not work check all the connections inside the hub inside the hub polarity is not an issue as the current is AC o PO POD Contact Heron Instruments or your supplier if you cannot isolate the problem Warranty 3 years probe 1 year Heron Instruments Inc warrants to repair or replace any such defective equipment or part determined to our satisfaction to have a defect in workmanship or original material upon receipt and inspection of such defective equipment to Heron Instruments Inc with all shipping pre p
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5. ive many years of reliable service if these recommendations are followed e Avoid sharp edged casing use the tape guide on the unit e Take care to avoid the tape becoming entangled with other equipment in boreholes or wells use stilling pipes when possible e DONOT use the WLM as a guide to backfilling bentonite sealing or sand packing in wells This type of material falls through the water column at a much slower rate than the WLM probe and can result in a trapped probe and tape e Neatly rewind and clean the tape after each use Refer to Cleaning the Heron Water Level Meter WLM Warranty is conditional upon adherence to these guidelines Equipment Check Before taking the unit into the field carry out these simple tests with the sensitivity knob turned fully clockwise see Figure 1 and make sure the two panel retaining thumb screws nuts are tight The sensitivity knob is used to adjust the unit s response to varying conductivities to maintain a sharp distinctive signal Turn the knob clockwise for low conductivity pure water and anti clockwise for high conductivity dissolved minerals water NOTE There is no on off switch on the instrument the water is the switch The WLM consumes no power when the probe is not in water To check the condition of the battery and circuit press the TEST button The unit should sound and the INDICATOR light will come on If the unit does not respond replace the battery and try again
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