Instruction manual

BBB Weather Station Manual
Version 1.0, Release 1 January 2005
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Installation
Hardware and Tool Requirements
The following hardware (equivalent or better quality) is required to install the WeatherBug
Weather Station. If you are using a WeatherBug contracted installer, they will provide these
materials.
Required Parts Not Included
• Mounting hardware (heavy-duty wall mounting brackets)
• Grounding cable and appropriate connectors
• Silicone caulk (to seal conduit and cable entry points into building)
• Mast
o Galvanized Rigid Conduit (GRC) approximately 1/8 inch thickness
(painted optional)
o 1 ¼ inch maximum outside diameter (at top of mast)
o Mast can be comprised of two sections that total a minimum of 15 feet when
assembled. A two-section mast is recommended so the top section can be
raised/lowered for easier installation and maintenance of the weather
sensors. The bottom section should remain securely fastened.
o (3) ¼-20x2” grade 8 bolts with accompanying flat washer, lock washer, and
nuts
• Mounting hardware (heavy-duty wall mounting brackets)
• Conduit for exterior data cable
o Select conduit type based on your local building codes
o 1 ¾ inch outside diameter for weather station data (and camera) cable
• Silicone caulk (to seal conduit and cable entry point into building)
• Grounding rod, if necessary
• Guy wire, if necessary to prevent top of mast from shaking
For your convenience, specifications on the parts and tools you will need can be found at:
http://download.aws.com/manuals/partsrequired.pdf