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Tools needed:
- Compass (not supplied), or other methods to establish the right
orientation of the station
- Screwdrivers: 3 mm (in the Tools Bag)
- Hex wrenches: 4 mm (in the Tools Bag)
- Hammer for hitting the ground pegs into ground (in the Tools Bag
of the MAWS201 delivery)
- Pegs for securing the tripod (in the Tools Bag of the MAWS201
delivery).
Additional special tools for the different sensors are provided in their
packages.
One person can complete the whole installation. Depending on the set
of sensors, the installation should not take more than half an hour.
Unpacking Instructions
When you have received the delivery, first see that you have all the
ordered components. Secondly, check the sensors. Make sure are that
they have not been damaged during transportation.
User manuals and special tools included in the packages should be
stored in a safe place for later use.
The logger electronics are attached to the railing inside the tube. Also
the tripod is already assembled, but needs to be attached to the tube
structure (see Assembling the Tripod on page 63).
Siting the Station
Finding a suitable site for the weather station is important for getting
representative ambient measurements. Normally, the suitable site
should represent the general area of interest. When locating the
weather station, consider the items presented in the following sections.
The descriptions are not exhaustive, for further information refer to
local and WMO recommendations.
