2. Drilling hole for device - GroundCast

Vaisala GroundCast Setup and Removal Guide

Product status
Document code
M212671EN-H
ft:locale
en-US
Product
GroundCast
Document type
User guide
  • Cloth (for drying the installation hole)
  • Drilling tools

    • Core drill for road
    • Drill bit
      • Diameter 60 mm (2.4 in)
      • Length 360 mm (14.2 in)
  • Dummy block
  • Protective clothing (PPE) and road safety equipment
  • Water for drilling asphalt
WARNING Make sure that you follow the laws and local regulations related to excavations near underground facilities and utilities prior to drilling the hole for the device.
  • Depth 360 mm (14.2 in)
  • Diameter 60 mm (2.4 in)
  1. Drill approximately 50–100 mm (2–4 in) at a time.

    Use water when drilling asphalt or concrete. Do not use water when drilling gravel.

    Remove the asphalt block from the drill bit.

    Clean the drill bit in between to avoid gravel from sticking inside.

  2. Verify the correct depth with the dummy block. If the hole is too deep, add filler sand.

    If there is water in the hole, use a cloth to dry it.