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4.3.3 Install Batteries in rain gauge sensor
Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor by sliding it in the
direction of the arrow. Insert one AA battery as described and put
compartment door back and slide it in the opposite direction to lock.
Figure 15: Rain gauge sensor battery installation diagram
The LED indicator on the top of the battery door (item 2) will turn on for 4
seconds and then flash once every 49 seconds indicating sensor data
transmission. If you did not pay attention, you may have missed the initial
indication. You can always remove the batteries and start over, but if you
see the flash once every 49 seconds, everything should be OK.
Note:
If no LED light up or is lighted permanently, make sure the battery is
inserted the correct way or a proper reset is happened. Do not install the
batteries backwards. You can permanently damage the outdoor sensor.
Lithium batteries are recommended for the best performance. We do not
recommend rechargeable batteries. They have lower voltages, do not operate
well at wide temperature ranges, and do not last as long, resulting in poorer
reception.
4.3.4 Mounting
Before you mount
Before proceeding with the outdoor mounting detailed in this section, you
may want to skip to setup instructions in section 5-7 and onwards first, while
