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VIII.
Maintenance
The funnel and tipping bucket mechanism should be cleaned periodically.
An accumulation of dirt, bugs, etc. on the tipping bucket will adversely
affect the readings.
1.
Separate the cone from the base.
2.
Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth to clean pollen, dirt, and other
debris from the cone, cone screens, and bucket.
3.
Use a pipe cleaner to clear the funnel hole in the cone and the drain
screens in the base.
4.
When all parts are clean, rinse with clear water.
5.
Reattach the cone and replace the screen.
6.
Reconnect the rain collector cable to the junction box.
IX.
Trouble Shooting
Issue: 6” Tipping Bucket not reading correctly
a.
Clean Tipping Bucket.
b.
Recalibrate Tipping Bucket.
Other issues
c.
Call us for tech support: 800-876-1172 or 916-638-3429 (many
problems can be solved over the phone). Fax: 916-638-3270 or Email:
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Be prepared to describe the problem you are experiencing including
specific details of the application and installation and any additional
pertinent information.
d.
In the event that the equipment needs to be returned to the factory for
any reason, please call to obtain an RMA# (Return Material
Authorization). Do not return items without an RMA# 6” Tipping
Bucketed on the outside of the package.
Include a written statement describing the problems.
