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around the sensor unhindered from all directions (ideal mast size
should be from Ø0.63” – Ø1.3”).
Once the wind sensor is fixed onto the mast, connect the cable to the
corresponding thermo-hygro sensor socket so that operating power
supply can be received and data can be transmitted to the base
station.
Mounting the Rain Sensor
For accurate results, the rain sensor should be securely mounted
onto a horizontal surface about 2-3ft above the ground and in an
open area away from trees or other coverings where rainfall may be
reduced causing inaccurate readings.
When securing into place, check that rain excess will not collect and
store at the base of the unit but can flow out between the base and
the mounting surface (test by pouring clean water).
After mounting the rain sensor, connect the cable to the thermo-hygro
sensor at the corresponding socket so power supply can be received
and data be transmitted to the base station
The rain sensor is now operable. For testing purposes, very slowly
pour a small amount of clean water into the rain sensor funnel. The
water will act as rainfall and will be received and displayed at the
base station after about 2 minutes delay i.e. when the reading interval
is reached (to clear this testing data on the base station, refer to the
section “
MIN/MAX Mode
” below).
Base portion
Funnel portion
