Specifications

Channel Master Operation Manual
P/N 95B-6001-00 (February 2006) page 39
8.11.2 Zero the Pressure Sensor
Use the SZ-command to zero out the pressure sensor at the deployment site,
prior to deploying the Channel Master in the water.
a. Connect and apply power to the system as described in “Setup the
Channel Master,” page 10.
b. Start BBTalk and wakeup the Channel Master (press the END key).
c. Type SZ and press the Return key.
d. Exit BBTalk.
8.12 Storage and Shipping Maintenance
This section lists the maintenance items to do before storing the Channel
Master. These maintenance items include:
• Removing biofouling (see “Removal of Biofouling,” page 39).
• Inspecting the transducer head (see “Transducer Head Inspec-
tion,” page 40).
• Preparing the Channel Master for final storage or shipping (see
“Final Storage or Shipping Preparation,” page 40).
8.12.1 Removal of Biofouling
Before storing or shipping the Channel Master, remove all foreign matter
and biofouling. Remove soft-bodied marine growth or foreign matter with
soapy water. Waterless hand cleaners remove most petroleum-based foul-
ing. Rinse with fresh water to remove soap residue. Dry the transducer
faces with low-pressure compressed air or soft lint-free towels.
CAUTION. The soft, thin urethane coating on the transducer faces is
easily damaged. Do not use power scrubbers, abrasive cleansers,
scouring pads, high-pressure marine cleaning systems, or brushes stiffer
than hand cleaning brushes on the transducer faces.
If there is heavy fouling or marine growth, the transducer faces may need a
thorough cleaning to restore acoustic performance. Barnacles do not usu-
ally affect Channel Master operation. We do however recommend removal
of the barnacles to prevent water leakage through the transducer face. Lime
dissolving liquids such as Lime-Away® break down the shell-like parts.
Scrubbing with a medium stiffness brush usually removes the soft-bodied
parts. Do NOT use a brush stiffer than a hand cleaning brush. Scrubbing,
alternated with soaking in Lime-Away®, effectively removes large barna-
cles. After using Lime-Away®, rinse the Channel Master with fresh water
to remove all residues. If barnacles have entered more than 1.0 to 1.5 mm
(0.06 in.) into the transducer face urethane, you should send the Channel