F-POD USER GUIDE 19
6 Retrieving F-PODs
It is recommended that you take the following kit with you when you
retrieve PODs at sea:
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the spare SD card
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a means of recording your observations
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a scrubber and scraper to remove bio-fouling
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a heavy screwdriver and POD wrench to open and close the POD
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a towel
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a pair of tweezers to remove the silica gel
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an airtight container to put the silica gel in
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paper towels to clean any sand or grit that may have lodged under the
O-rings
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a spare set of O-rings in case of damage
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a spare battery pack connector spring
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new batteries for redeployment
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a voltmeter to check battery condition, if you want to re-use batteries
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a waterproof marker pen to write contact details on the POD housing
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any tools for your attachment method
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a splash-proof box for this kit
Opening the F-POD after deployment
When you retrieve an F-POD:
1. Use a plastic scraper to clean off any heavy fouling.
2. Scrub and wash the housing.
3. Dry the POD and lid, especially around the O-ring.
4. Open the POD in a dry, stable location.
Stopping the POD
If the POD is running correctly, the left LED will briefly flash green every
minute.
To stop the POD:
1. Press and release the Save File button carefully.
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If the POD has already shut down, nothing will happen and you can
remove the SD card after a few seconds.
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