[evlatests] Re: IMPORTANT MESSAGE Re: Antenna Coordination

[Ramon Gutierrez]

Gene, this was changed way back when..... It was decided that once the 
entire regular overhaul and the mechanical conversion to EVLA was 
complete and the antenna moved out of the AAB, it was turned over to 
electronics (Rob Long?). As far as I know, this is still the case.

Ramon

Eugene Cole wrote:

> TO ALL: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE DELETING MESSAGE
> 
> There seems to be some confusion as to the status of antenna 13 and 18, 
> both EVLA antennas.  The two antennas are considered in overhaul. 
> Although the entire regular overhaul and the mechanical conversion to 
> EVLA are complete, the antennas are still considered in overhaul until 
> electronics outfitting is completed.
> 
> As with every overhaul antenna, the Overhaul Supervisor (OS) is 
> responsible for the antenna. The OS is Ramon Gutierrez or his designee. 
> When an antenna is in overhaul one should follow the overhaul schedule. 
> If the overhaul schedule is lacking or not up-to-date, one should advise 
> the OS or his designee of intent to visit the antenna. This simple 
> procedure has been in effect for many years.
> 
> One important aspect of the EVLA design is that an EVLA antenna sitting 
> on the master can be remotely operated from anywhere within the NRAO 
> intranet. In this instance, during overhaul the antenna will be under 
> lockout control until otherwise scheduled for activity.  The OS will 
> ensure this condition is met. Your part in this, mainly for your own 
> safety, is to make sure you follow the antenna lockout procedure more 
> diligently.
> 
> There will come a time when an EVLA antenna go into what is called its 
> "EVLA Test Phase."  The test phase of an EVLA antenna entails a 
> different procedural set as oppose to being in "overhaul."  During the 
> test phase, the antenna (in most instances) WILL NOT be locked out.  An 
> “EVLA Test Schedule” will be maintained.  To use or visit the antenna in 
> its test phase will require prior notification before using the 
> telescope for any activity.  For the time being, the person to notify is 
> Rob Long or in his absence me. Everyone must follow this procedure to 
> avoid any potential accident or possible damage to equipment.
> 
> An online function that will allow everyone to schedule time on the 
> antenna that is in its test phase is being developed.  You will be 
> informed of the availability of this function sometime within a month 
> from now.
> 
> If this message isn’t clear or you have questions, contact me.
> 
> Thanks,
> -- Gene
> 
> 
> 
> Doug Scott wrote:
> 
>> Good afternoon,
>> I have a question that I should have brought up at the meeting. 
>> Antenna 18's usage, is it under operations or the mechanics? Who 
>> should I coordinate with if I need to work there?
>> Please advise,
>> Doug
>>
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