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Install the instrumentation enclosure (
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Install sensors.
3.3 Tools required
Tools required to install and maintain a Campbell Scientific tower:
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Shovel
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Rake
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Open end wrenches: 3/8 in, 7/16 in, 1/2 in, (2) 9/16 in
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Socket wrench set
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Magnetic compass
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Tape measure
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Nut driver (3/8 in)
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Level
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Sledgehammer
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Pliers
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Straight bit screwdrivers
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Phillips screwdrivers
4. Siting and exposure
DANGER:
If any part of the weather station comes into contact with power lines, death or serious injury
could occur. Contact local utilities for the location of buried utility lines before digging or
driving ground rods.
Selecting an appropriate site for the weather station is critical to obtain accurate meteorological
data. In general, the site should be representative of the area being studied, and away from the
influence of obstructions such as buildings and trees.
Do not place the weather station where sprinkler irrigation water will strike the sensors or
instrument enclosure.
The general guidelines for site selection given here were condensed from these sources: EPA
(2000)
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, WMO (2010)
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, and AASC (1985)
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UT6 and UT10 Universal Towers
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