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StreamPro ADCP Operation ManualNOTE. Desiccant bags are shipped in an airtight aluminum bag to ensuremaximum effectiveness. There is a moisture indicator inside the bag. Ifthe moisture indicator is pink, do not use the desiccant bag until it hasbeen dried. TRDI recommends replacing the desiccant bag once per year.a. Remove the housing cover plate (see “Electronic Housing Cover PlateRemoval,” page 22).b. Remove the new desiccant bags from the airtight aluminum bag.c. Remove the old desiccant bags and install two new ones. Place the desiccantbags between the top circuit board and the housing.d. Install the housing cover plate (see “Electronic Housing Cover Plate Replacement,”page 25).8.9 Storage and Shipping MaintenanceThis section lists the maintenance items to do before storing the StreamPro.These maintenance items include:• Removing biofouling (see “Removal of Biofouling,” page 27).• Inspecting the transducer head (see “Transducer Head Inspection,”page 28).• Preparing the StreamPro for final storage (see “Final Storage,”page 28)• Shipping Preparation (see “Shipping Preparation,” page 30)8.9.1 Removal of BiofoulingBefore storing or shipping the StreamPro, remove all foreign matter andbiofouling. Remove soft-bodied marine growth or foreign matter withsoapy water. Waterless hand cleaners remove most petroleum-based fouling.Rinse with fresh water to remove soap residue. Dry the transducerfaces with low-pressure compressed air or soft lint-free towels. Dry thefloat and electronics housing with towels.CAUTION. The soft, thin urethane coating on the transducer faces iseasily damaged. Do not use power scrubbers, abrasive cleansers,scouring pads, high-pressure marine cleaning systems, or brushes stifferthan hand cleaning brushes on the transducer faces.CAUTION. Always dry the StreamPro before placing it in the storage caseto avoid fungus or mold growth. Do not store the StreamPro ADCP in wetor damp locations.P/N 95B-6003-00 (February 2008) page 27