5-In-1 Sensor Installation - ACU-RITE 01036 Instruction Manual

5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines
INSTALLATION HEIGHT
ground in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurement- the National
Weather Service recommends 33 feet (10 meters) high!
MOUNTING OPTIONS
directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 2"x 4" or larger. The sensor
can also be mounted directly to 3/4" steel pipe (available at hardware stores
and home centers).
LEVEL INSTALLATION
on the top of the sensor to ensure level
installation for accurate wind and rain
measurement.
SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION
sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH.
This ensures the cell receives as much sun
as possible and orients wind direction.

5-in-1 Sensor Installation

1. Fasten mounting base (included) to a post
or pole (not included) using the 4 longer
screws included in the hardware bag.
2. Insert the mounting base into the hole
on the bottom of the sensor.
3. Make sure the arrows on the top of the
sensor are pointed in the proper direction
and the bubble level is centered. The
solar cell should be facing south to
properly orient the wind direction.
4. Fasten the sensor into the mounting base
using the 2 shorter screws included in the hardware bag.
Clear Data Collected During Installation
When installation is complete, clear erroneous data from the display by
pressing the "CLEAR TODAY" button, on the back of the display inside the
battery compartment. This button will clear data recorded since 12:00 am.
Basic Setup is Complete
The 5-in-1 sensor will now synchronize with the display. It may take a few
minutes for synchronization to complete. If both or one of the units appear to
be functioning improperly, please refer to the troubleshooting section.
Mount the sensor at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the
The included mounting bracket is designed to screw
Use the bubble level
Install the
The 5-in-1 sensor is now ready to use.
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
ABOVE OR AROUND
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(1.5 meters)