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Three pointer altimeters. Tests shall be performed at approximately 77 (9) F or 25 (5) C is a Hass Type A-1, or equivalent mercurial barometer.

Unless otherwise specified, each test for performance may be conducted with the instrument subjected to vibration to remove friction effects, and with the barometric pressure scale of the altimeter set to29.92 inches of mercury (Hg)

Counter pointer altimeters

Perform the following tests in the instrument shop Tests shall be performed under the following conditions using a Hass Type A-1, or equivalent mercurial barometer or manometer: -Room temperature is 77 (9) F or25 (5) C . Barometric pressure is 29.92 inches of mercury (Hg). -Lighting power 5.0 (0.1) volts ac or dc or 4.0 watts maximum. - Vibrator power 28 (1.0) volts dc or 90.0 milliamps -1 Scale error test. -Connect barometer and vacuum pump to altimeter. Connect electrical lines to altimeter. For a period of at least 6 hours prior to testing, altimeter shall be held at atmospheric pressure. The barometric dial shall be set at 29.92 inches of mercury (Hg) and remain there throughout the test. The direction of approach insetting

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