DAVIS 7714 Radiation Shield, Installation Manual, Page: 2 / 16

Page 2 Radiation Shield Manual
T
OOLS AND
M
ATERIALS
N
EEDED
In addition to the components listed above, you may need some of the follow-
ing tools and materials.
✦
Small Phillips-Head Screwdriver and Medium Slotted-Head Screwdriver
✦
Wrench or Pliers
✦ Drill with 3/16” Drill Bit (4.7 mm)
To drill pilot holes if attaching Radiation Shield to the top of a post.
✦
Adjustable Wrench or 11/32” Wrench and 7/16” Wrench
To tighten hex nuts (11/32” wrench) or to drive lag screws into wall or
post (7/16” wrench).
✦ Four 1/4” x 1 1/2” Lag Screws (38 mm long)
To attach Radiation Shield to a post or wall.
✦ Three #8-32 x 1” Screws (25 mm long)
To attach Radiation Shield over the top of a post (if #8 x 2 3/4” pan head
screws (provided) create clearance problems).
✦ Tape
To hold screws in place when assembling Radiation Shield.
L
OCATION
T
IPS
✦ The Radiation Shield works best when in a location with a steady breeze. Mount
away from fences, buildings, trees, or other obstructions.
✦
Install over plants or soil if possible.
✦
Do not install over or near sprinklers. The Radiation Shield is not designed to pro-
tect the sensor from water sprayed upwards.
✦
If attaching to a building, the preferred location would be on the north side in the
Northern Hemisphere and on the south side in the Southern Hemisphere.