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Inspect the sensor cable as well to detect any damage due to wind whipping. Replace any
damaged cables immediately, especially if there are exposed wires. Cracked and
weathered cable jackets are not usually a problem as long as the cable is securely
fastened by wire ties. Check wire ties and replace any that have become loose or that are
missing.
Check for damage to the anemometer cups and the vane tail. Replace any cup assembly
that has been damaged.
Apply several drops of light weight ( 3 IN 1 ) machine oil or lightly spray WD40 onto the
anemometer bearing located just below the cups.
Remove all dust, dirt, mud, bird droppings, etc. that may have been deposited onto the
cups and vane tail. Repair or replace bent tails. Check the counterweight of the wind
direction sensor. Repair the vane shaft if the counterweight is loose. The counterweight
is held in place by epoxy.
Remove any debris that may become lodged inside the temperature shield. Rinse off the
thermistor bead with clean water.
Always look at the Wind Vane alignment to North. If the alignment is critical, do the check
with a compass. Make corrections to the alignment as needed. Always check the
alignment after a severe storm with high velocity winds.
Check the equipment that the sensor assembly is connected into. Make sure that there
are signals coming from the sensors. Test the signals to be certain that the measurements
are accurate.
For critical measurements, a second sensor should be stored nearby for immediate
replacement should the primary sensor become damaged or disabled.
Contact NovaLynx for assistance with sensor testing or for help with replacement sensors
and spare parts.
