Gill Instruments Ltd
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MaxiMet
Page 62
Issue 1
Doc. No. 1957-PS-000x
March 2015
8.
MAINTENANCE & FAULT-FINDING
8.1.
Cleaning and Handling
Ideally when installing the unit handle with lint free gloves and degrease the unit to reduce the
build-up of deposits.
8.2.
Servicing
There are no moving parts or user-serviceable parts requiring routine maintenance.
Opening the unit or breaking the security seal will void the warranty and the calibration.
In the event of failure, prior to returning the unit to your authorised Gill distributor, it is
recommended that:
All cables and connectors are checked for continuity, bad contacts, corrosion etc.
A bench test is carried out.
Contact your supplier for advice if failure persists.
Precipitation sensor.
Users/Distributors should clean the plastic dome with a soft lint free cloth and where necessary
with a non aggressive cleaning solution ideally once a week. Where this is not possible, cleaning
should be done during regularly scheduled visits to the sensor and site. It is recommended the rain
gauge sensor should be cleaned every 3 months as a minimum.
Users can check operation of the rain gauge by performing a simple test of functionality by
spraying some water using a mist nozzle similar to that used in many households for watering
plants. The MaxiMet rain gauge should register incremental rain fall when sprayed with water.
Compass module.
The Compass device is maintenance free.
If required return the MaxiMet to Gill Instruments to check the Compass operation.
Wind Sensor (WindSonic)
If there is any build-up of deposits on the unit, it should be gently cleaned
with a cloth, moistened with soft detergent. Solvents should not be used,
and care should be taken to avoid scratching any surfaces. The unit
must be allowed to defrost naturally after being exposed to snow or icy
conditions, do NOT attempt to remove ice or snow with a tool.
There are no moving parts or user-serviceable parts requiring routine
maintenance.
Opening the unit or breaking the security seal will void the warranty and
the calibration.
