5.2.5.2 Mounting
You can attach a pipe to a permanent structure and then attach the
Figure 9). The U-Bolts will accommodate a
Finally, place the sensor package on top of the prepared mounting pipe.
The U-Bolts should be loose enough to allow this but loosen the nuts as
necessary. Once placed, hand tightens all four nuts, taking care to do
so evenly.
Now you will need to align the whole package in the proper direction by
rotating it on top of the mounting pipe as needed.
Locate the arrow
labeled “North” that you will find on top of the sensor package right
next to the light sensor. You must rotate the whole sensor package
until this arrow points due north. To achieve proper alignment, it is
helpful to use a compass (many cell phones have a compass
application). Once rotated in the correct orientation, lightly tighten the
bolts a little more (use a wrench) to prevent further rotation.
Note:
Use the bubble level next to the rain sensor to make sure sensor
array is completely level.If the sensor is not level,the rain gauge,UV and
solar radiation sensors will not measure properly.
sensor package to it (see
pipe diameter of 1-2 inches (pipe not included).
Figure 10
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