Acu-Rite 502 instruction manual In-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines, Basic Setup is Complete

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5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines

INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurements - the National Weather Service recommends 33 feet high!

MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is designed to screw directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 2”x4” or larger. The sensor can also be mounted directly to 3/4” steel or PVC pipe (available at hardware stores and home centers).

LEVEL INSTALLATION Use the bubble level (included on top of sensor) to ensure level installation for accurate wind measurement.

SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION Install the sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH. This ensures the cell receives as much sun as possible and orients wind direction.

5-in-1 Sensor Installation

1.Fasten mounting base (included) to a post or pipe (not included) using the 4 longer screws included in the hardware bag.

2.Insert the mounting base into the hole on the bottom of the sensor.

3.Make sure the arrows on the top of the sensor are pointed in the proper direction and the bubble level is centered. The solar cell should be facing south to properly orient the wind direction.

NO OBSTRUCTIONS

ABOVE OR AROUND

(1.5 meters)

4.Fasten the sensor into the mounting base using the 2 shorter screws included in the hardware bag.

The 5-in-1 sensor is now

ready to use.

Clear Data Collected During Installation

When installation is complete, clear erroneous data from the display unit by pressing the “CLEAR TODAY” button, on the back of the display until inside the battery compartment. This button will clear data recorded since 12:00 am.

Basic Setup is Complete

The 5-in-1 sensor will now synchronize with the display unit. It may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete. If both or one of the units appear to be functioning improperly, please refer to the troubleshooting section.

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