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Vaisala CL31 User Manual

Vaisala CL31
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USER'S GUIDE
Vaisala Ceilomete
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CL31
M210482EN-D

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Vaisala CL31 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVaisala
ModelCL31
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

General Safety Considerations

Highlights important safety considerations and warnings throughout the manual.

Product Related Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety precautions for operating, servicing, and repairing the instrument.

Laser Safety

Details the laser classification and safety precautions for the CL31 Ceilometer.

ESD Protection

Outlines procedures to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge to sensitive components.

Product Overview

Introduction to Vaisala Ceilometer CL31

Introduces the CL31 ceilometer, its technology, and measurement capabilities.

Product Nomenclature

Lists and defines the main and optional parts of the Vaisala Ceilometer CL31.

Installation

Grounding

Describes the grounding requirements and procedures for the CL31.

Mounting of Ceilometer CL31

Guides the user through the process of mounting the ceilometer unit onto its foundation.

Connecting the External Cables

Illustrates and describes how to connect the various external cables to the unit.

Power Supply Connection

Details the steps for connecting the device to the power supply.

Data Line Connection

Explains the different options for connecting the data line for communication.

Settings for Normal Operation

Specifies the required switch settings for the device's normal operation.

Functional Description

Theory of Operation

Explains the fundamental principles behind the ceilometer's measurement process.

Basic Operating Principle

Details the core operating mechanism based on laser pulses and backscatter.

Practical Measurement Signal

Describes the characteristics of the return signal and its interpretation.

Sky Condition Algorithm

Explains the algorithm used for calculating cloud height and sky condition.

Operation

Operation Modes

Describes the normal and standby operation modes of the ceilometer.

User Commands

Lists and describes the commands accessible to the user for operating the device.

Data Messages

Introduces the various data message formats used by the CL31.

CL31 Data Messages No. 1 and 2

Details the content and structure of CL31 data messages 1 and 2.

Maintenance

Alarms and Warnings

Explains how to check for and interpret device alarms and warnings.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedure

Outlines the general approach to diagnosing and resolving potential problems.

Accessing Diagnostic Information

Explains how to retrieve diagnostic test results and potential failure reports.

Troubleshooting Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for checking normal operation and diagnosing issues.

Warning and Alarm Messages

Describes various warning and alarm messages and their causes/instructions.

Repair

Replacing Window CLW311

Provides instructions for replacing the ceilometer window assembly.

Replacing Ceilometer Laser Transmitter CLT321

Details the procedure for replacing the laser transmitter module.

Replacing Ceilometer Receiver CLR321

Guides the user through replacing the ceilometer receiver module.

Replacing No-break Battery 4592

Provides instructions for replacing the internal no-break battery.

Replacing AC Power CLP311

Details the procedure for replacing the AC power unit.

Replacing Laser Monitor Board CLM311

Details the procedure for replacing the laser monitor board.

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