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PROPER INSTALLATION IS IMPORTANT. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, C ONSULT A CONTRACTOR
ELECTRICIAN OR TELEVISION ANTENNA INSTALLER (CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL BUILDING SUPPLY,
OR HARDWARE STORE FOR REFERRALS). TO PROMOTE CONFIDENCE, PERFORM A TRIAL
Feed the terminal lug end of the 2-conductor cable through
WIND SPEED
the rubber boot and connect the lugs to the terminals on the bottom
SENSOR
of the wind speed sensor. (Do NOT adjust the nuts that are already
on the sensor). The polarity does not matter.
COTTER
PIN
3
STRAIGHT
STUB MAST
2-CONDUCTOR
CABLE
EVE
MOUNT
WALL
TRIPOD
MOUNT
MOUNT
The Sirocco read-out is free standing. It can also be mounted
on a wall using the key hole cut outs in the back of the instrument's
wood block.
1.800.561.8187
SIROCCO
INSTALLATION
WIRING BEFORE INSTALLATION.
Determine where you are going to locate both the
1
rooftop sensor and the read-out.
Slide the stub mast through the rubber boot and insert the stub mast
into the bottom of the wind speed sensor. Secure with the cotter pin.
Coat all conections with silicone sealant and slip the boot over the sensor.
Secure the sensor and the stub mast to your antenna
mast (not supplied) with the two hose clamps. Radio
Shack and similar stores have a selection of antenna
masts and roof mounting brackets. Choose a mount that best
suits your location and provides at least eight feet of vertical
clearance above objects on the roof.
5
8 FEET
Follow the instructions supplied with the antenna
mount and secure the mast to the mount.
VENT-PIPE
MOUNT
CHIMNEY
MOUNT
7
Feed the cable through the wall to where the read-out is
going to be located. Attach the wires to the rear of the
read-out as shown. (Do NOT adjust the nuts that are
already on the meter). The polarity does not matter.
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Secure the wire to the building using
cable clips (do not use regular staples).
Form a drip loop where wire enters hole
drilled through the exterior wall.
Caulk the hole when done.
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2
4
TALL MAST
CABLE
6
CLIPS
WIRE
L
W A L
WALL
ANCHOR
(NOT SUPPLIED)
SCREW
8
WIRE-HOLE
WIRE
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2-CONDUCTOR
CABLE
BOOT
HOSE CLAMPS
CAULK
DRIP
LOOP
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- Page 1 The polarity does not matter. WALL ANCHOR (NOT SUPPLIED) SCREW The Sirocco read-out is free standing. It can also be mounted on a wall using the key hole cut outs in the back of the instrument's WIRE-HOLE wood block. WIRE 1.800.561.8187...
- Page 2 SIROCCO OPERATION The Sirocco is a self-powered wind speed measuring instrument. It does not need batteries or an external power supply. In normal operation it requires no maintenance. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cables can be shortened or lengthened without affecting accuracy MAXIMUM FEET...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Components: Along with the indicator, the following components are included with this instrument: Rooftop sensor: To insure a clear unobstructed path for the wind to the sensor, it should be mounted on some type of antenna mast at least 8 -10’ above the highest object on your roof. Remember, your roof is also an obstruction and it usually requires at least 8’...
- Page 4 Electrical Damage – Common Causes & Recommended Prevention Electrical damage can be caused by many different factors. Below are some of the more common causes and some suggested methods of minimizing potential problems. Common Causes: Storm Activity – lightening in your area can do damage to your instruments in different ways. The obvious way is due to a direct or nearby strike.
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