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I3-01: BAROMETER - ANEROID TYPE

PURPOSE: To indicate air pressure.

DESCRIPTION: The barometer measures air pressure in the closed system; squeezing the bulb increases the air pressure. Pressure readings below ambient atmospheric pressure can be obtained by removing the tube and holding the bulb squeezed while replacing the tube.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 2B35.40

EQUIPMENT: Aneroid barometer.

SETUP TIME: None.


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