DAVIS Perception II Installation Manual

Rain Collector IIInstallation manualThis instruction manual takes you step-by-step through the procedures required to install the Rain Collector II.

Extending Cable Runs10To Clear RainfallDaily and total rainfall are independent of each other. You must clear each register separately.1. Press RAIN o

Extending Cable Runs11To calibrate your station for rounded millimeters, set the console to display rainfall in millimeters and then change CAL to 000

Extending Cable Runs12Contacting Davis Technical SupportIf you have any questions, or encounter problems installing or operating your Vantage Pro2 wea

Extending Cable Runs13SpecificationsGeneralSensor Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tipping bucket with magnetic reed switchOut

Extending Cable Runs14Notes

Extending Cable Runs15Notes

Product Number: 7852 Part Number: 07395.224Rain Collector II Rev B Manual (10/21/05)This product complies with the essential protection requ

2Rain Collector Internal ComponentsThe illustration below shows the internal components of the rain collector, many of which are referenced in this ma

3Tools and Materials NeededYou may need some of the following tools and materials to install the rain collector.•Drill with 3/32" (2 mm) drill bi

45. Slide the magnet, with the exposed end of the magnet first, into the open slot of the metric measurement adapter.6. Insert the metric measurement

Testing the Rain Collector II5If you install the metric adapter to your rain collector, first adjust the console to display rainfall in millimeters an

Testing the Rain Collector II6If the rainfall amount displayed on the console increases by the expected increment (either 0.01" or 0.2 mm) each t

Testing the Rain Collector II7Choosing a Location for the Rain CollectorKeep the following in mind when choosing a location for your rain collector:•Y

Extending Cable Runs8As you reattach the cone, make sure to run the cable to the cable slot in the base, or the cone will not fit snugly against the b

Extending Cable Runs9Maintaining the Rain Collector IIFor greatest accuracy, you should thoroughly clean the Rain Collector II at least once or twice