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11 Maintenance
The following steps should be taken for proper maintenance of your
station
1. Clean the rain gauge once every 3 months. Rotate the funnel
counter-clockwise and lift to expose the rain gauge mechanism, and
clean with a damp cloth. Remove any dirt, debris and insects. If bug
infestation is an issue, spray the array lightly with insecticide.
Figure: Rain gauge installation and maintenance
3. Clean the solar radiation sensor and solar panel every 3 months
with a non-abrasive slightly damp cloth.
4. Replace batteries every 1-2 years. If left in too long, the
batteries may leak due to environmental challenges. In harsh
environments, inspect the batteries every 3 months (while
cleaning the solar panel).