Section 1. Preparation and Siting

1.2.1 Tools for Tower Installation

All Towers

Shovel

Rake

Open end wrenches: 3/8", 7/16", ½", (2) 9/16" Magnetic compass

6' Step ladder

TLX106 Tower

Tape measure (12’ to 20’)

Claw hammer

Level (24” to 36” )

Hand saw

Materials for concrete form:

(4)1" x 2" x 12" stakes

(2)2" x 4" x 96" lumber

(12)8p double-head nails

(8)16p double-head nails

20 ft form wire ½ Yard concrete Concrete trowel, edger

Electrical Fish tape or 20 feet of small diameter rope Wheelbarrow

1.2.2Tools for Instrumentation and Maintenance

All Towers

Lock and key for enclosure

Magnetic declination angle (Section 4)

Magnetic compass

Straight bit screwdrivers (small, medium, large)

Phillips-head screwdrivers (small, medium)

Small diagonal side-cuts

Needle-nose pliers

Wire strippers

Pocket knife

Calculator

Volt / Ohm Meter

Electrical Tape

Step ladder (6')

Datalogger prompt sheet

Station manuals

Station log and pen

Open end wrenches: 3/8", 7/16", ½", (2) 9/16"

Socket wrench and 7/16" deep well socket

Adjustable wrench

Pliers

Conduit and associated tools (as required)

Felt-tipped marking pen

Claw hammer

Pipe wrench (12")

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