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PLEASE CHECK YOUR SOFTWARE VERSION:
You should be using version
1.3 software
for the WS-2811U-IT
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Check that your unit of measure (inches or mm) is correct.
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Complete a Manual Tip Test and a Water Tip Test and compare them:
Manual Tip test
: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain
Total to 0.00. Use the eraser end of a pencil to manually tip the rocker of
the rain sensor 10 times (five each way). Wait at least 30 minutes for all
the rain to collect.
Water Tip Test
: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain Total
to 0.00. With Rain Gauge mounted slowly pour water into the funnel to tip
the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times (five each way). Wait at least 30
minutes for all the rain to collect.
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Compare these tests. 10 tips equal .20. If they still read high then
contact support.
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If the tests read low, dismount the rain gauge and re test. One of
the most common problems with low rain is that the gauge is
mounted too tight.
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Check that the pin the rocker tips on is pushed in all the way and
that the rocker tips freely.
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Check the funnel and inside of Rain Gauge for insect nests or debris that
may cause lack of motion.
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Check for sources of RF interference such as Ham radio electric
Transformers, or other rain gauges nearby. In the house look to see if the
Display is near a cordless phone or wireless router etc.
Q: Where to mount sensors:
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Please test all sensors in the house before mounting. Tip the rain gauge;
blow on the wind sensor to be sure everything reads properly. Be sure to
allow the sensors to run for 2 minutes before installing batteries into the
display.
WIND SENSOR:
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WIND
: Place the Wind sensor as high as you can install it. In most cases
4-6 ft above the peak of your roof (or more) is required for accurate
