Instructions / Assembly
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4. Connect the cable of the rechargeable battery pack (included) to the cable located in the battery
compartment.
5. Adjust the connected cables so they t comfortably in the compartment. Then, insert the battery pack
into the compartment.
6. Close and fasten the battery door back on the compartment.
NOTE: The LED light will ash red every 12 seconds.
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3.1.1 INSTALL RAIN GAUGE FUNNEL
Install the rain gauge funnel and rotate clockwise to lock the funnel to the sensor array
Rain Collector Installation
1 Align
Lock grooves
2 Lock
3.1.2 INSTALL RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Step 1: Unscrew the battery door at bottom of unit and take
out the cable socket.
Step 2: Connect the Ni-MH rechargeable battery plug to the
socket.
Step 3: Make sure the red LED indicator on the back of the
sensor array is turn on and then begin ashing every 12
seconds.
Step 4: Adjust the cable and socket into shallow hole and put
the battery pack into the battery compartment.
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3.1.1 INSTALL RAIN GAUGE FUNNEL
Install the rain gauge funnel and rotate clockwise to lock the funnel to the sensor array
Rain Collector Installation
1 Align
Lock grooves
2 Lock
3.1.2 INSTALL RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Step 1: Unscrew the battery door at bottom of unit and take
out the cable socket.
Step 2: Connect the Ni-MH rechargeable battery plug to the
socket.
Step 3: Make sure the red LED indicator on the back of the
sensor array is turn on and then begin ashing every 12
seconds.
Step 4: Adjust the cable and socket into shallow hole and put
the battery pack into the battery compartment.
1. Remove the protection lm on the solar cell.
2. Loosen the screw at the joint (if you haven’t already) so the gear on the other side of the joint
pushes out. The solar cell should now be in an unlocked position.
3. Adjust the vertical angle of the solar cell to get the most optimal usage out of the solar cell
depending on your location.
4. Push the gear inward and tighten the screw until the gears lock in place.
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Step 5: Close the battery door and tighten the screw
Step 6: Remove the solar panel protection lm.
NOTE:
- USE ONLY the rechargeable 3.6V Ni-MH battery-pack provided.
- Do NOT use battery of different type.
- It is recommendable to wrap water-resistant tape over the socket for extra protection against
moisture and salinity in air.
3.1.3 ADJUST THE SOLAR PANEL
The tilting angle of solar panel can be adjusted vertically from 0° into 15°, 30°, 45° and 60°
positions depending on the area you are living in. For optimal power output year-round, please
set the tilt angle that is closest to your latitude.
E.g.,
Location (latitude, longitude) Solar panel tilt angle
45°
60°
30°
15°
0°
Hamburg (53.558, 9.7874) 60°
Chicago (42.1146, -88.0464) 45°
Houston (29.7711, -95.3552) 30°
Bangkok (14.2752, 100.5684) 15°
Sydney (-33.5738, 151.3053) * 30°
*Sensors installed in Southern Hemisphere must have their solar panels facing North.
Step 1: Loosen the screw lightly until the gears on the
opposite side separated from lock position.
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Step 5: Close the battery door and tighten the screw
Step 6: Remove the solar panel protection lm.
NOTE:
- USE ONLY the rechargeable 3.6V Ni-MH battery-pack provided.
- Do NOT use battery of different type.
- It is recommendable to wrap water-resistant tape over the socket for extra protection against
moisture and salinity in air.
3.1.3 ADJUST THE SOLAR PANEL
The tilting angle of solar panel can be adjusted vertically from 0° into 15°, 30°, 45° and 60°
positions depending on the area you are living in. For optimal power output year-round, please
set the tilt angle that is closest to your latitude.
E.g.,
Location (latitude, longitude) Solar panel tilt angle
45°
60°
30°
15°
0°
Hamburg (53.558, 9.7874) 60°
Chicago (42.1146, -88.0464) 45°
Houston (29.7711, -95.3552) 30°
Bangkok (14.2752, 100.5684) 15°
Sydney (-33.5738, 151.3053) * 30°
*Sensors installed in Southern Hemisphere must have their solar panels facing North.
Step 1: Loosen the screw lightly until the gears on the
opposite side separated from lock position.
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Step 5: Close the battery door and tighten the screw
Step 6: Remove the solar panel protection lm.
NOTE:
- USE ONLY the rechargeable 3.6V Ni-MH battery-pack provided.
- Do NOT use battery of different type.
- It is recommendable to wrap water-resistant tape over the socket for extra protection against
moisture and salinity in air.
3.1.3 ADJUST THE SOLAR PANEL
The tilting angle of solar panel can be adjusted vertically from 0° into 15°, 30°, 45° and 60°
positions depending on the area you are living in. For optimal power output year-round, please
set the tilt angle that is closest to your latitude.
E.g.,
Location (latitude, longitude) Solar panel tilt angle
45°
60°
30°
15°
0°
Hamburg (53.558, 9.7874) 60°
Chicago (42.1146, -88.0464) 45°
Houston (29.7711, -95.3552) 30°
Bangkok (14.2752, 100.5684) 15°
Sydney (-33.5738, 151.3053) * 30°
*Sensors installed in Southern Hemisphere must have their solar panels facing North.
Step 1: Loosen the screw lightly until the gears on the
opposite side separated from lock position.
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Step 2: Adjust the vertical angle of the solar panel (0°,
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°) according to the latitude of your
location.
Step 3: Push the gear and tighten the screw until the
gears are securely locked.
3.1.4 INSTALL MOUNTING POLE
1. Stick the 2 rubber pads (provided) onto the inner sides of the mounting part
2. Insert the 2 screws into the sensor array mounting base and hand tighten the screws
3. Place the sensor array over the mounting pole and align the sensor array to North direction
4. Tighten the screws to t the size of your mounting pole
Add rubber pad
before mounting
on pole
NOTE:
- Any metal object can attract lightning strikes, including your sensor-array mounting pole. Never install
sensor-array in stormy days.
- If you want to install a sensor-array on a house or building, consult a licensed electrical engineer to ensure
proper grounding. Direct lightning impact on a metal pole can damage or destroy your home.
- Installing the sensor at high location may result in personal injury or death. Perform as many initial
inspections and operations as possible on the ground and in buildings or houses. Only install the sensor-
array on clear, dry days.
ADJUSTING THE SOLAR CELL
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Step 2: Adjust the vertical angle of the solar panel (0°,
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°) according to the latitude of your
location.
Step 3: Push the gear and tighten the screw until the
gears are securely locked.
3.1.4 INSTALL MOUNTING POLE
1. Stick the 2 rubber pads (provided) onto the inner sides of the mounting part
2. Insert the 2 screws into the sensor array mounting base and hand tighten the screws
3. Place the sensor array over the mounting pole and align the sensor array to North direction
4. Tighten the screws to t the size of your mounting pole
Add rubber pad
before mounting
on pole
NOTE:
- Any metal object can attract lightning strikes, including your sensor-array mounting pole. Never install
sensor-array in stormy days.
- If you want to install a sensor-array on a house or building, consult a licensed electrical engineer to ensure
proper grounding. Direct lightning impact on a metal pole can damage or destroy your home.
- Installing the sensor at high location may result in personal injury or death. Perform as many initial
inspections and operations as possible on the ground and in buildings or houses. Only install the sensor-
array on clear, dry days.