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Standard Anemometer

Installation Manual

The anemometer measures wind-related conditions such as wind speed, wind 
direction, wind run, wind chill, and the temperature-humidity-sun-wind index. 
It can be used with an EnvironMonitor Node to add wind data to an 
EnvironMonitor system, as well as a replacement anemomter to your Davis 
weather station.

Components

The anemometer includes the components listed below. Be sure you have all 
listed components before continuing. Assess your installation and make sure 
you have all necessary parts, tools, and materials pictured below before you 
begin. 

Wind Cups

Anemometer 

Base

Anemometer Arm 

with 40 feet (12.2 meters) 

of cable

Wind Vane

Hardware

The hardware kit contains the items 
most commonly needed for the 
installation of the anemometer. 
Which items you use from the kit 
depend on where you install your 
unit. You may need to adapt or 
purchase additional hardware to fit 
your individual requirements. 

Tools and Materials Needed

You will need the following tools 
and materials to install your 
anemometer:
• Cable Clips or Weather-Resistant Cable Ties

Note:  Make sure the clips or ties you use to secure the anemometer cable have screw holes or other 

means for mounting the cable. Do not use metal staples to secure the cables.

Summary of Contents for 7911

Page 1: ...rts tools and materials pictured below before you begin Wind Cups Anemometer Base Anemometer Arm with 40 feet 12 2 meters of cable Wind Vane Hardware The hardware kit contains the items most commonly...

Page 2: ...em off 4 Check the display on your weather station to make sure you are getting a wind speed reading 5 Grasp the upper larger of the two stainless steel shafts at the end of the arm with your fingers...

Page 3: ...termine the best location for your anemometer Install the anemometer in a location where wind flow is unobstructed by trees and nearby buildings For the most accurate readings the anemometer should be...

Page 4: ...oles rotate the base 180 to line up the opposite holes then try again Installing the Base on a Wooden Post or Surface 1 Hold the anemometer base against the wood surface and use a pencil to mark the l...

Page 5: ...mps 2 Hold the anemometer base against the pipe and fasten the hose clamps over the anemometer base and around the metal mast or pipe Attaching Arm to Base 1 Insert the anemometer arm into the anemome...

Page 6: ...get a wind speed reading Readjust the cups if necessary 6 Secure the cable to the metal mast or pipe with electrical tape Secure the rest of the cable according to the directions below Securing the C...

Page 7: ...ng is dashed out Make sure anemometer is plugged into jack marked WIND on junction box Check for broken wire along length of anemometer cable Carefully check areas where the cable has been secured Try...

Page 8: ...snet com Contacting Davis Instruments Technical Support For questions about installing or operating your Anemometer please contact Davis Technical Support We ll be glad to help Online www davisnet com...

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