manualshive.com logo in svg

Davis Instruments Rain Collector II, Installation Manual, Page: 2 / 16

Share
Download
Davis Instruments Rain Collector II Installation Manual Download Page 2

2

Rain Collector Internal Components

The illustration below shows the internal components of the rain collector, many of 
which are referenced in this manual.

Rain Collector Internal Components

Summary of Contents for Rain Collector II

Page 1: ...er Wizard III and Weather Monitor II are also included in this manual Components The Rain Collector II includes the following components Please make sure you have all listed components before continui...

Page 2: ...2 Rain Collector Internal Components The illustration below shows the internal components of the rain collector many of which are referenced in this manual Rain Collector Internal Components...

Page 3: ...ins a standard measurement weight magnet that takes measurements in 01 for every tip of the bucket The Weather Monitor II assembly contains a metric measurement that adjusts the tipping bucket mechani...

Page 4: ...weight has changed The rain measurement type must be changed on the console Rainfall Calibration Number Each station uses a rainfall calibration number CAL to determine how much water each bucket tip...

Page 5: ...may be pre calibrated for an earlier model rain collector See Calibration of Older Model Weather Stations on page 9 for instructions Testing the Rain Collector II Before installing the Rain Collector...

Page 6: ...Note Climbing on your roof may be hazardous If you are uneasy about installing your unit please have a qual ified professional complete the installation Davis specifically disclaims any liability for...

Page 7: ...h is easily accessible for normal cleaning and is distant from trees or other sources of heavy pollen or debris Installing the Rain Collector II 1 If you have not already done so separate the cone fro...

Page 8: ...ps and records rainfall for each 0 01 or 0 2 mm if the metric adapter has been fitted of rain To adjust the calibration slightly use a 3 16 or 5 mm wrench to rotate the adjustment screws which are loc...

Page 9: ...n 6 Reconnect the rain collector cable to the junction box Using the Rainfall Function The instructions below explain how to display rainfall on the Weather Wizard III and Weather Monitor II To Displa...

Page 10: ...k if your station meets this criterion press the RAIN button on the console If when set to inches the display reads 0 0 rather than 0 00 you have an older model station Standard Setting When using the...

Page 11: ...g appears intermittently on the display as you jiggle the cable the connection is faulty Make sure there is no magnetic steel or iron object near the rain collector Make sure the funnel hole in the co...

Page 12: ...732 7814 Monday Friday 7 00 a m 5 30 p m Pacific Time Sorry we are unable to accept collect calls 510 670 0589 fax Technical Support support davisnet com E mail to Technical Support info davisnet com...

Page 13: ...consoles Weather Monitor Wizard Range Daily Rainfall 0 00 to 99 99 0 0 mm to 999 8 mm Total Rainfall 0 00 to 99 99 0 0 mm to 9999 mm Accuracy Rainfall 4 1 rainfall count between 0 01 and 2 00 per hour...

Page 14: ...Extending Cable Runs 14 Notes...

Page 15: ...Extending Cable Runs 15 Notes...

Page 16: ...This product complies with the essential protection requirements of the EC EMC Directive 89 336 EC Copyright 2004 Davis Instruments Corp All rights reserved 3465 Diablo Avenue Hayward CA 94545 2778 U...

Reviews:

No comments