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The following steps verify proper operation of the sensors prior to install the
sensor array.
1.
Verify proper operation of the rain gauge.
Tip the Integrated
outdoor sensor back and forth several times. You will heard a “ticking”
sound within the rain gauge. Verify the rain reading on the display console
is not reading 0.00. Each “ticking” represents 0.1 inch of rainfall.
2.
Verify proper operating of the wind speed.
Rotate the wind cups
manually or with a constant speed fan. Verify the wind speed is not reading
0.0.
3.
Verify proper operation of in/outdoor temperature.
Verify the
indoor and outdoor temperature match closely with the console and sensor
array in the same location (about 5 to 10’ (1.5 to 3 meters) apart).The
sensors should be within 4°F /2°C (the accuracy is ± 2°F/1°C). Allow about
30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize.
4.
Verify proper operation of in/outdoor humidity.
Verify the indoor
and outdoor humidity match closely with the console and sensor array in
the same location (about 5 to 10’ (1.5 to 3 meters) apart).The sensors
should be within 10% (the accuracy is ± 5%). Allow about 30 minutes for
both sensors to stabilize.
4. Sensor Pre-installation
4.1 Test the Sensor Before Installation
Recommend to operate and test the weather station for one week before
installing it in the permanent location. In this period, you can check out all of
the functions, ensure proper operation, and familiarize with the professional
weather station and calibration procedures. This will also allow you to test
the wireless range of the weather station.
4.2 Site Survey Before Installation
Do a site survey before installing the weather station. Take the following
points into Consider:
1. You must clean the rain gauge once per year and change the batteries
every two years. Provide easy access to the weather station.
