DAVIS 6322C installation manual Locating the ISS and Anemometer, General ISS Siting Guidelines

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Locating the ISS and Anemometer

Locating the ISS and Anemometer

5.Slide the magnet, exposed end of magnet first, into the open slot of the metric adapter.

6.Insert the metric adapter and magnet between the arms of the bucket, with the solid side of the metric adapter facing up.

 

Open plastic arms to insert metric measurement adapter,

 

with adapter in “V” position

 

 

Note:

The above procedure converts the collector to 0.2 mm measurements. The console must be set

 

accordingly. See the Vantage Pro2 Console Manual for more information.

 

 

Locating the ISS and Anemometer

For the weather station to perform at its best, use these guidelines to select the optimum mounting locations for the ISS and anemometer. Be sure to take into consideration ease of access for maintenance, sensor cable lengths and wireless transmission range when siting the station.

Note:

When selecting a location for installing your ISS, especially on a rooftop, make sure it is a location

 

far from power lines. Seek professional help if you uncertain about the safety of your installation.

 

 

General ISS Siting Guidelines

Place the ISS away from sources of heat such as chimneys, heaters, air conditioners and exhaust vents.

Place the ISS at least 100' (30 m) away from any asphalt or concrete roadway that readily absorbs and radiates heat in the sun. Avoid installations near fences or sides of buildings that receive a lot of sun during the day.

Ideally, place the radiation shield of the ISS 5' (1.5 m) above the ground in the middle of gently sloping or flat, regularly mowed grassy or naturally landscaped area that drains well when it rains. For areas with average maximum yearly snow depths over 3' (0.9 m), mount the ISS 2' (0.6 m) above this depth.

Never install the ISS where it will be directly sprayed by a sprinkler system because it will adversely affect the readings.

Avoid installations near bodies of water such as swimming pools or ponds.

Do not locate the ISS under tree canopies or near the side of buildings that create “rain shadows”. For heavily forested areas, site the ISS in a clearing or meadow.

Site the ISS in a location with good sun exposure throughout the day if the ISS is wireless or includes solar radiation or UV radiation sensors.

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Contents Integrated Sensor Suite Installation Manual Contents Components IntroductionIncluded Components and Hardware Hardware Preparing the ISS for InstallationTools for Setup Assemble the Anemometer Check SIM Sensor Connections Open the SIM Box Check the Factory Installed Sensor ConnectionsConnect the Anemometer Cable to the SIM Verifying Communication with the Console Cabled ISS AssemblyApplying Power Troubleshooting Cabled ISS Communication Troubleshooting Cabled ISS CommunicationApplying Power to a Wireless ISS Wireless ISS AssemblyChecking Transmitter ID to eight different wireless stations. The defaultVerifying Data from the ISS Sensors Troubleshooting Wireless ISS ReceptionVerifying Data from the ISS Sensors Optional Changing ISS Transmitter ID Using Multiple Transmitting Stations Prepare the Rain Collector Preparing the ISS for InstallationClose the SIM Box Optional Insert the Metric Measurement Adapter General ISS Siting Guidelines Locating the ISS and AnemometerLocating the ISS and Anemometer Anemometer Siting GuidelinesOptional Anemometer Cable Length Considerations Optional Wireless Transmission ConsiderationsTesting Wireless Transmission at ISS Location General ISS Installation Guidelines Installing the ISSping tape around both the cables and the pole Orient the Wind VaneInstalling the ISS on a Flat Surface Installation InstructionsGeneral Guidelines for Installing on a Pole Installing the ISS on a PoleAccessories for Pole Mounting Option 2 Installing ISS Only Guidelines for Installing the ISS on a PoleOption 1 Installing ISS and Anemometer Together Additional Mounting Options Finishing the InstallationExtending Wireless Transmission Range Level the Solar and UV SensorsRelocating the Anemometer Optional Wireless StationsExtending the Console Cable Cabled ISS Only Cleaning the Radiation Shield Maintenance and Troubleshooting4 Screw 3 Lock Washer Flat Washer Rain Collector BaseCleaning the Rain Collector Cone TroubleshootingMost Common Rain Collector Problem Most Common Anemometer ProblemsContacting Davis Instruments To re-orientthe wind vane AppendicesAppendix A Re-orientingthe Wind Vane Wireless ISS Appendix B SpecificationsISS Weather Variable Update Intervals Cabled ISSSENSOR SIM Board Display and ContentsINTERFACE MODULE