Secure battery compartment cover
G.
Ensures level rain gauge mounting for proper operation
H. Bucket
Collects the rainfall in one of its containers and
I. Protective screen
Protects the rain gauge funnel from debris
Battery installation
•Unlock the
•Remove the
•Remove 7 small screws from the battery compartment cover using a small Phillips screwdriver
•Insert 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not included), matching the polarities as shown in the battery compartment.
•Replace the battery compartment door and secure the screws.
•Insert the
the knobs clockwise.
Mounting
•Make sure that the rain gauge bucket is level – check if the bubble center is inside the
•Place the protective screen over the top to protect the rain gauge from the debris.
•Mount the rain gauge in place using mounting hardware.
•Make sure that the rain gauge is in open area where precipitation falls directly into the gauge’s bucket, ideally
Placement
•The rain gauge should be placed in an open area away from the walls, fences, trees and other coverings which may reduce the amount of rain falling into the bucket. Additionally, trees and rooftops may be sources of pollen and debris.
•To avoid the rain shadow effects, place the rain gauge horizontally, on the distance corresponding to two to four times the height of any nearby obstruction.
•It is important that excess rain can flow freely away from the rain gauge.
Operation
After batteries are correctly installed, the rain gauge will start transmitting a rainfall data to the main unit.
Note: Every time after replacing batteries, press and old DOWN arrow button for
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