NovaLynx Corporation
200-WS-01
Page 8
April 2021
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INSTALLATION
1.
Loosen the two mounting screws on the base of the sensor.
2.
Place the sensor on the top of the mast or mounting stub.
3.
Tighten the mounting screws using moderate torque.
The PVC jacket of the cable will last for many years outdoors under normal circumstances. In harsh
environments it may be necessary to protect the cable with conduit.
Route the sensor cable down the mast and to the monitoring equipment in the most direct manner.
Fasten the cable to the mast with cable ties to prevent whipping during high velocity winds. For best
results, use plastic cable ties that are resistant to ultra-violet radiation and place them at two foot
intervals. Leave a "drip loop" of cable below the entry point to the equipment enclosure to help keep
moisture out.
Turn off power to the logger or other monitoring device before connecting the sensor.
200-WS-01x
Wind Sensors
Wind Signal
Ground
Reed Switch
Red
Black
Clear *
Earth Ground
DWG 890-0017-04
* Green (Model 200-WS-01C only)
NOTE: The reed switch output is "dry contact". A pull-up resistor may be needed on the input channel to
monitor the switch closure.
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MAINTENANCE
Wind sensors experience vibration due to high velocity wind. The vibration can loosen the mounting
screws or the support structure. Regular inspection of the mounting hardware is required to prevent
damage to the sensor.
1.
Tighten the mounting screws if necessary (do not over-tighten).
