OTT Hydrolab MS5 - Storage and Care Recommendations; Mulitprobe and Sensor Storage; Electrical Cable Care

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Maintenance
Figure 18 Replacing the Lithium Battery on the MS5
6.3 Storage and Care Recommendations
6.3.1 Mulitprobe and Sensor Storage
• Fill the DS storage cup or MS cup with one inch of clean tap water and screw the cup
on the multiprobe. To prevent sensors from freezing, store the multiprobe where
freezing will not occur.
• Remove batteries for long-term storage. (8 size C alkaline batteries for the DS5 or
DS5X or 8 size AA alkaline batteries for the MS5). Do not remove the lithium battery
which powers the mulitprobe internal clock.
• Store equipment in a carrying case (Cat. No. 011780) or a large plastic container with
a circular piece of foam rubber for shock protection.
• Lay the cable in coils of at least 15 cm (6 in.) diameter at the bottom of the plastic
container.
6.3.2 Electrical Cable Care
• Protect all non-waterproof cables (i.e., all cables except the waterproof underwater
cable) from any water source during operation in the field. Keep connectors dry at all
times.
• Properly lubricate the sealing surface of all underwater connectors using silicone
grease.
• Use protective plugs when the connectors (for underwater and calibration cables) are
not connected to any instrument.
• Keep all cables clean, dry, and stored (neatly coiled), in a large plastic container.
• Do not coil cables any tighter than 6 inches in diameter or cable will be damaged.
1. Allen Screw 4. Retaining Screw
2. Housing 5. Battery Clip
3. Sonde Body 6. Lithium Battery