
Siting the DataRAM
The DataRAM should be placed at least 3 feet off the ground
and away from obstructions (such as trees or buildings) that
may influence airflow. It should be in an area where it will not
be influenced by road dust, industrial pollutants, or other sources
of particulate that could increase its readings.
The DataRAM should usually be sited several miles downwind
of the burn in areas of greatest interest, such as communities or
protected areas. The best use for the DataRAM is to determine
whether the local particulate concentration is relatively high or
The DataRAM is sited in an open field for collecting smoke data.
low, and whether concentrations are going up or down. Acquire
ambient background particulate concentrations before the burn
to determine clean background conditions. If the instrument is
to be left unattended, place it in the weather-resistant shelter.
Be careful to insert the uncapped inlet port through the hole
in the
shelter. Once the DataRAM is in the shelter, place the
heater,
2.5-micrometer cut-point device, and omnidirectional
inlet on the DataRAM inlet port. The DataRAM power charger
and power strip can fit inside the cover behind the instrument.
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