Vaisala WXT510 - Manual (Page 119)

Chapter 10 __________________________________________________________ Troubleshooting
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CHAPTER 10
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter describes common problems, their probable causes and
remedies, and includes contact information for technical support.
Table 8 Data Validation
Problem Interpretation Action
Wind measurement failure. Both
the speed and direction units are
replaced by a # sign or the data
values are irrelevant. Blockage (trash, leaves,
branches, bird nests) between
the wind transducers.
Check that the wind transducers
are not damaged.
Incorrect <cr><lf> settings in the
terminal program. Remove the blockage.
Note! The direction unit is # for
the wind speeds less than 0.05
m/s.
In ASCII and NMEA protocols
both <cr> and <lf> are required
after each command. Check that
your terminal program sends
both when pressing enter.
Pressure, humidity or
temperature measurement
failure. The unit is replaced by a
# sign or the data values are
irrelevant. The PTU module may not be
properly connected.
There may be water in the PTU
module. Ensure the proper connection of
the PTU module.
Remove and dry the module.