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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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