Davis® Rain Gauge Smart Sensor (S-RGE-M002, S-RGF-M002) Quick Start
Connecting to a Station
1.
Stop the station if it is logging
2.
Plug the smart sensor jack into an open smart sensor port on the station.
3.
Start logging. See the station manual at www.onsetcomp.com/support/manuals for details on operating stations with smart sensors.
Preparing the Smart Sensor
1.
Remove the cone from the base by turning over the bucket. Rotate the base counterclockwise until the
latches on the cone line up with the latch openings in the base, then lift the base off the cone.
2.
The tipping bucket on the base has been secured to avoid possible damage to the assembly. Remove
the rubber band to release the bucket assembly.
Mounting the Smart Sensor
Follow these instructions for mounting the sensor on a tripod or mast. Use the
built-in bubble level to ensure the sensor is level.
1.
While holding the mounting base against the pole, place the two ends of a
U-bolt around the pole and through the two holes in the base.
2.
Slide the metal backing plate over the bolt ends as they stick out toward the
rain collector cone. Secure the backing plate with a washer, a lock washer,
and a hex nut on each of the bolt ends. Adjust the height of the rain
collector, then tighten the nuts.
Completing the Smart Sensor Installation
1.
To use bird spikes, insert one spike into each socket around the rim of the cone. The sockets are
tapered; push firmly or tap lightly with a hammer for a more secure fit. Be careful; bird spikes may
be sharp.
Note:
If you choose not to install the bird spikes, keep the packet of spikes in case birds
become a problem in the future.
2.
Place the cone back onto the base by putting the latches on the cone into the latch openings in the
base and rotating the cone clockwise until the latches “lock” into place. As you reattach the cone,
make sure to run the cable through the cable slot in the base or the cone will not fit snugly against
the base.
3.
Place the debris screen, pointed end up, into the cone. The screen prevents large bits of debris from
blocking the funnel hole. If bird nesting is a problem, you can place a spike in the hole on top of the
debris screen. Note that using a bird spike in the debris screen may make the screen more likely to
be blown over or out in a high wind gust.
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