Vaisala Hydromet Data Collection Platform - Manual (Page 114)

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When troubleshooting the QML logger, make sure you have the tools
listed in
Table 23 on page 112 available.
Follow the procedure below to troubleshoot the QML logger. Refer to
the applicable sections of this chapter for details when requested. The
basic procedure for troubleshooting assumes that the person has
weather station operating experience.
1. Check the cabling and mechanical structure visually for indications
of vandalism, dirt, lightning strike damage, or other visible cause
for the problem. Also check that all the connectors are properly
attached. For visual check of the enclosure and the logger, refer to
section
Visual Check on page 117 .
2. The system appears to be completely down.
a. Is the green LED on the QML logger blinking? Refer to
section
Determining QML Logger Operation Mode on page
119 . If not, check the following:
- Is there sufficient voltage (8 ... 16 VDC) present in the
EXT-DC input of the logger?
- Is there an internal battery present? If there is, check its
voltage. Completely discharged or otherwise damaged
battery can prevent the logger from operating. Refer also
to section
Battery Status on page 135 .
Table 23 Recommended Tools for Troubleshooting
Tools List
Terminal cable and a laptop computer with the applicable versions of the
setup files and the AWS Client software
Keys for the enclosures
Multimeter
Flat head screwdrivers, especially small ones
Phillips screwdrivers, especially small ones
Set of open-end wrenches, different sizes
Set of Allen keys
Applicable spare parts, for example, a new QML logger
Safety helmet when tilting the mast