Campbell Scientific 014A User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model 014A Met One

Copyright © 1980- 2014

Campbell Scientific, Inc.

Wind Speed Sensor

Revision: 4/14

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warranty. CSI’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or
replacing (at CSI’s option) defective Products, which shall be the sole and
exclusive remedy under this warranty. The Customer assumes all costs of
removing, reinstalling, and shipping defective Products to CSI. CSI will return
such Products by surface carrier prepaid within the continental United States of
America. To all other locations, CSI will return such Products best way CIP
(port of entry) per Incoterms ® 2010. This warranty shall not apply to any
Products which have been subjected to modification, misuse, neglect, improper
service, accidents of nature, or shipping damage. This warranty is in lieu of all
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performed by CSI such as programming to customer specifications, electrical
connections to Products manufactured by CSI, and Product specific training, is
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OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CSI hereby disclaims,
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conditions with respect to the Products, whether express, implied or
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served by Campbell Scientific, Inc. directly. Affiliate companies handle
repairs for customers within their territories. Please visit

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your country.

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SCIENTIFIC, INC., phone [phone]. After an application engineer
determines the nature of the problem, an RMA number will be issued. Please
write this number clearly on the outside of the shipping container. Campbell
Scientific’s shipping address is:

CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC.
RMA#_____
815 West 1800 North
Logan, Utah 84321-1784

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and Decontamination” form and comply with the requirements specified in it.
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completed form must be either emailed to [e-mail] or faxed to
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receipt or is incomplete, the product will be returned to the customer at the
customer’s expense. Campbell Scientific reserves the right to refuse service on
products that were exposed to contaminants that may cause health or safety
concerns for our employees.

Precautions

DANGER — MANY HAZARDS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH INSTALLING, USING, MAINTAINING, AND WORKING ON OR AROUND

TRIPODS, TOWERS, AND ANY ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES,
ANTENNAS, ETC. FAILURE TO PROPERLY AND COMPLETELY ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE, USE, AND MAINTAIN TRIPODS,

TOWERS, AND ATTACHMENTS, AND FAILURE TO HEED WARNINGS, INCREASES THE RISK OF DEATH, ACCIDENT, SERIOUS
INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND PRODUCT FAILURE. TAKE ALL REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID THESE HAZARDS.
CHECK WITH YOUR ORGANIZATION'S SAFETY COORDINATOR (OR POLICY) FOR PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK.

Use tripods, towers, and attachments to tripods and towers only for purposes for which they are designed. Do not exceed design
limits. Be familiar and comply with all instructions provided in product manuals. Manuals are available at www.campbellsci.com or
by telephoning 435-227-9000 (USA). You are responsible for conformance with governing codes and regulations, including safety
regulations, and the integrity and location of structures or land to which towers, tripods, and any attachments are attached. Installation
sites should be evaluated and approved by a qualified engineer. If questions or concerns arise regarding installation, use, or
maintenance of tripods, towers, attachments, or electrical connections, consult with a licensed and qualified engineer or electrician.

General

• Prior to performing site or installation work, obtain required approvals and permits. Comply

with all governing structure-height regulations, such as those of the FAA in the USA.

• Use only qualified personnel for installation, use, and maintenance of tripods and towers, and

any attachments to tripods and towers. The use of licensed and qualified contractors is highly
recommended.

• Read all applicable instructions carefully and understand procedures thoroughly before

beginning work.

• Wear a hardhat and eye protection, and take other appropriate safety precautions while

working on or around tripods and towers.

• Do not climb tripods or towers at any time, and prohibit climbing by other persons. Take

reasonable precautions to secure tripod and tower sites from trespassers.

• Use only manufacturer recommended parts, materials, and tools.

Utility and Electrical

• You can be killed or sustain serious bodily injury if the tripod, tower, or attachments you are

installing, constructing, using, or maintaining, or a tool, stake, or anchor, come in contact with
overhead or underground utility lines.

• Maintain a distance of at least one-and-one-half times structure height, or 20 feet, or the

distance required by applicable law, whichever is greater, between overhead utility lines and
the structure (tripod, tower, attachments, or tools).

• Prior to performing site or installation work, inform all utility companies and have all

underground utilities marked.

• Comply with all electrical codes. Electrical equipment and related grounding devices should

be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician.

Elevated Work and Weather

• Exercise extreme caution when performing elevated work.

• Use appropriate equipment and safety practices.

• During installation and maintenance, keep tower and tripod sites clear of un-trained or non-

essential personnel. Take precautions to prevent elevated tools and objects from dropping.

• Do not perform any work in inclement weather, including wind, rain, snow, lightning, etc.

Maintenance

• Periodically (at least yearly) check for wear and damage, including corrosion, stress cracks,

frayed cables, loose cable clamps, cable tightness, etc. and take necessary corrective actions.

• Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections.

WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS,
THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR
MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS,
ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC.

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction ................................................................. 1

2. Cautionary Statements ............................................... 1

3. Initial Inspection ......................................................... 1

3.1 Ships With ............................................................................................ 1

4. Quickstart .................................................................... 2

4.1 Assemble and Mount the Sensor .......................................................... 2

4.1.1 Tools Required .............................................................................. 2

4.1.2 Assemble the Sensor ..................................................................... 2

4.1.3 Mount to a Tripod or Tower.......................................................... 3

4.2 Use SCWin to Program Datalogger and Generate Wiring Diagram .... 5

5. Overview ...................................................................... 7

6. Specifications ............................................................. 8

6.1 Distance Constant* ............................................................................... 8

7. Installation ................................................................... 9

7.1 Siting .................................................................................................... 9

7.2 Mounting Options ................................................................................ 9

7.3 Wiring ................................................................................................ 10

7.4 Programming ...................................................................................... 10

7.4.1 Wind Speed ................................................................................. 11

8. Maintenance .............................................................. 11

8.1 Suggested Maintenance Schedules ..................................................... 11

8.1.1 6 to 12 Month Periodic Service ................................................... 11

8.1.2 12 to 24 Month Service ............................................................... 12

8.1.3 24 to 36 Month Service ............................................................... 12

9. Troubleshooting........................................................ 12

10. References ................................................................ 12

Appendices

Importing Short Cut Code ...................................... A-1

A.

A.1 Importing Short Cut Code into a Program Editor ........................... A-1

A.1.1 CRBasic Dataloggers ............................................................... A-1

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A.1.2 Edlog Dataloggers .................................................................... A-2

B. Example Programs .................................................. B-1

B.1 Pulse Port Examples ........................................................................ B-1

B.1.1 CR1000 Example Program ....................................................... B-1

B.1.2 CR10X Example Program ........................................................ B-2

B.2 Control Port Example Program ....................................................... B-3

C. Sensor Maintenance ............................................... C-1

C.1 Reed Switch Replacement Procedure .............................................. C-1

C.2 Bearing Replacement Procedure ..................................................... C-1

D. Theory of Operation ................................................ D-1

D.1 Mechanical ...................................................................................... D-1

D.2 Calibration ....................................................................................... D-1

Figures

4-1. 014A shipping box .............................................................................. 2

4-2. Allen wrench tightening bolt ............................................................... 3

4-3. 014A mounted on a crossarm with pn 1049 ........................................ 4

4-4. CM220 Right Angle Mounting Bracket .............................................. 4

C-1. Reed switch assembly ...................................................................... C-1

C-2. Cable diagram .................................................................................. C-2

C-3. Parts diagram ................................................................................... C-3

Tables

5-1. Recommended Lead Lengths .............................................................. 8

7-1. Connections to Campbell Scientific Dataloggers Pulse Channels ..... 10

7-2. Connections to Campbell Scientific Dataloggers Control Ports ....... 10

7-3. Wind Speed Multiplier* .................................................................... 11

B-1. Wiring for Pulse Port Example Programs ....................................... B-1

C-1. Met One Parts List ........................................................................... C-4

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Met One 014A Wind Speed Sensor

1. Introduction

The 014A is a three-cup anemometer that monitors horizontal wind speed for
the range of 0 to 45 m s
a Campbell Scientific datalogger, which measures the 014A’s pulse signal and
converts the signal to engineering units (mph, m s

Before using the 014A, please study

• Section 2, Cautionary Statements

• Section 3, Initial Inspection

• Section 4, Quickstart

More details are available in the remaining sections.

2. Cautionary Statements

• READ AND UNDERSTAND the Precautions section at the front of this

manual.

• Caution – The black outer jacket of the cable is Santoprene

compound is resistant to temperature extremes, moisture, and UV
degradation. However, this cable jacket will support combustion in air. It
is rated as slow burning when tested according to U.L. 94 H.B. and will
pass FMVSS302. Local fire codes may preclude its use inside buildings.

• Caution – Although the 014A is rugged, it should be handled as a

precision scientific instrument.

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3. Initial Inspection

• Upon receipt of the 014A, inspect the packaging and contents for damage.

File damage claims with the shipping company.

• Refer to Section 3.1, Ships With, to ensure that all parts are included.

3.1 Ships With

• (1) 5/64 inch Allen Wrench

• (1) Calibration Sheet

• (1) 014ACBL-L Sensor Cable with user-specified length

• (1) ResourceDVD or Instruction Manual

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Met One 014A Wind Speed Sensor

Main Housing

Allen Wrench

Cup Assembly

4. Quickstart

4.1 Assemble and Mount the Sensor

4.1.1 Tools Required

• 5/64 inch Allen wrench (shipped with the 014A)

• 1/2 inch open end wrench

• compass and declination angle for the site

• small screw driver provided with datalogger

• UV resistant cable ties

• small pair of diagonal-cutting pliers

• 6 inch to 10 inch torpedo level

4.1.2 Assemble the Sensor

The 014A ships with the cup assembly separate from the main housing.
Assemble the sensor using the following procedure:

1. Take the cup assembly and main housing out of the shipping box (see

FIGURE 4-1).

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FIGURE 4-1. 014A shipping box

2. Gently slide the cup assembly down over the shaft at the top of the

sensor until it meets the top bearing.

3. Use the 5/64 inch Allen wrench to tighten the screw on the side of the

cup assembly; tighten until snug (see FIGURE 4-2).

Met One 014A Wind Speed Sensor

Allen Wrench

FIGURE 4-2. Allen wrench tightening bolt

4. Ensure that the cup assembly spins freely.

4.1.3 Mount to a Tripod or Tower

This quickstart installs the 014A using:

• 1049 3/4 x 1 inch NU-RAIL

• CM220 Right-Angle Mounting Kit (FIGURE 4-4)

Please review Section 7, Installation, for siting and other guidelines.

1. Mount a CM200-series crossarm to the tripod or tower.

2. Orient the crossarm North-South, with the CM220 mount or 1049

NU-RAIL on the north end.

3. Insert the base of the 014A into the 1049 NU-RAIL or CM220 U-bolt

(FIGURES 4-3, 4-4) and tighten the set screws on the NU-RAIL, or
U-bolt on the CM220 (do not over tighten).

4. Attach the sensor cable to the connector on the 014A. Make sure the

connector is properly keyed, and finger-tighten the knurled ring.

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Crossover Fitting (FIGURE 4-3), or

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