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Rain Master Irrigation Systems Weather Center II User Manual
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5.1.6 Reading Rain Fall Sensor Values
To insure that all cables are properly connected, the Rain Fall Sensor
reading should be checked at the Evolution DX2 Controller. Proceed to
the Rain/Wind display through the following menu sequences:
RAIN = 000.01/INCH
WIND = 012 MPH |
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F1 = Main Menu
F3 = Status
F2 = Measurements
F4 = Rain/Wind
5.2 At the RME Eagle Controller
5.2.1 Features and Benefits
The RMIS Rain Switch sensor is used with the RME Eagle Controller to
provide rainfall measurements (to the nearest 0.125 inches). Because the
sensor interfaces directly to the RME Eagle Controller, the user can
select the most appropriate rainfall data collection location.
The Rain Switch sensor provides the following system benefits:
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Automatic rain condition system shutdown
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Rain Switch sensor status
5.2.2 Rain Switch Sensor Theory of Operation
The Rain Switch sensor is manually set to the desire level of rainfall
which must occur prior to the automatic shut-down of the RME Eagle
Controller. The Rain Switch sensor can be set to trigger at 0.125, 0.250,
0.500, and 0.750 inches of rainfall. The sensor contains a moisture
absorbent material that will expand when wet, as water continues to be
absorbed, the material will expand and at the selected setting a switch
closure will occur.
Upon switch closure the RME Eagle controller will indicate a WET