Instruction Manual

TurfWeather Weather Station

1. Introduction

Campbell Scientific’s TurfWeather® is an automated weather station designed

for OEMs in the turf grass market. It consists of meteorological sensors, a

solar panel or AC to DC charging source, and a protective case that houses the

datalogger/transmitter and rechargeable battery. The case and solar panel

mount to a pole with an outer diameter of 2.5 cm to 4.8 cm (1 in to 1.9 in).

2. Cautionary Statements

• READ AND UNDERSTAND the Precautions section at the front of this

manual.

• Use the lift straps to remove the weather station from the box, since

removing the station by lifting on the sensors may damage the sensors (see

FIGURE 4-1).

• When unpacking and installing the station, avoid resting the weather

station on the wind speed and wind direction sensors.

• WARNING: Under no circumstances should installation be accomplished

during inclement weather to avoid personal hazard due to lightning.

• CAUTION: Connecting an incompatible power source to your weather

station voids your Warranty. It is advisable for you to check with your

local distributor before connecting a power source not purchased with this

weather station.

• The weather station uses a lead-acid battery that must be properly disposed

of. Do not dispose of this battery pack in a municipal landfill, or by

burning it. If you do not know where to dispose of a battery pack, then

contact your local solid waste disposal site for instructions.

• CAUTION: To minimize the possibility of equipment damage or personal

hazard, we strongly recommend a qualified electrician design and install

the grounding system and data isolation components. Improperly

grounded systems can damage host computers and equipment connected to

antennas.

3. Initial Inspection

• Remove the top foam packing from the TurfWeather weather station box

and verify you have all ordered equipment. Report missing or damaged

equipment before installing system.