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Rain Collector
This rain collector can be used with Vantage Pro2™
weather stations, including Vantage Pro2,
Vantage Pro2 Plus, and the Sensor Transmitter, as
well as an EnviroMonitor Node.
The following instructions assume the rain collector
is being used with a Vantage Pro2 or Vantage Pro2
Plus Integrated Sensor Suite (sensor suite).
Refer to the user manual that came with your station for more information.
Manuals are available at www.davisinstruments.com.
Note: Model number 6466 is factory-calibrated to take rain measurements in 0.01 inches. The
metric version of the rain collector, number 6466M, comes factory-calibrated to take
measurements in 0.2 mm.
Components
• Rain collector cone latched onto base
• Base with tipping mechanism and 40' (12 m) cable
• U-bolt, backing plate and 2 each: lag screws, flat washers, lock washers, hex
nuts, and cable tie
• Debris Screen
•16 3.5" (9 cm) bird spikes (optional)
Bird Spike
Sockets
Debris Screen
(locks snugly
Finger Grips
inside cone)
Bubble Level
40' (12 m)
Sensor
Cable
(#6466 & 6466M)
RAIN
CONE
Latch
Tipping
Spoon
U-Bolt
1/4" Flat
Washers
1/4" Lock
Washers
1/4" Hex
Nuts
Backing
Plate
Drain
Screen
Base
HARDWARE KIT
1/4" x 3" Lag Screws
(~6 x 75 mm)
3.5" (9 cm)
Bird Spikes (16)
Cable Tie
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Summary of Contents for DAVIS 6466
- Page 1 Refer to the user manual that came with your station for more information. Manuals are available at www.davisinstruments.com. Note: Model number 6466 is factory-calibrated to take rain measurements in 0.01 inches. The metric version of the rain collector, number 6466M, comes factory-calibrated to take measurements in 0.2 mm.
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Page 2: Tools And Materials Needed
Tools and Materials Needed You may need some of the following tools and materials to install the rain collector. • Wire cutter • Drill with 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit • Medium Phillips screwdriver • Adjustable wrench (or 3/16”/5 mm) for flat surface mounting, 7/16”/11 mm for pole mounting) •... -
Page 3: Choose A Location
Note: Climbing on your roof may be hazardous. If you are uneasy about installing your unit please have a qualified professional complete the installation. Davis specifically disclaims any liability for injury or loss resulting from the installation or use of the rain collector. - Page 4 Installing the Rain Collector on a Post or Vertical Surface 1. With a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit, drill two holes approximately 2 " (54 mm) apart. Use the metal backing plate as a guide when marking the holes and a Backing Plate carpenter’s level to ensure the holes are...
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Page 5: Finishing Steps
1. While holding the mounting base against the pole, place the two ends of a U-bolt around the pole and through the two holes in the base. 1/4" Hex Nut 1/4" Lock Washer Backing Plate U-Bolt Groove for U-Bolt (For clarity, the tipping Rain Collector mechanism is not shown.) Base... - Page 6 If the cable length supplied with the rain collector is not long enough for your purposes, you may extend it. The maximum length of cable is 900 feet (274 m). To extend the cable, purchase standard 4-Conductor Extension Cables from Davis and connect them to the existing rain collector cable.
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Page 7: Troubleshooting Guide
Contacting Davis Technical Support rain collector If you have questions about your , or encounter problems installing or operating it, please contact Davis Technical Support. Note: Please do not return items to the factory for repair without prior authorization. Online: www.davisinstruments.com... -
Page 8: Specifications
This product complies with the essential protection requirements of the EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Vantage Pro, Vantage Vue , & Enviromonitor are registered trademarks of Davis Instruments, Hayward, CA. Copyright © 2019 Davis Instruments Corp. All rights reserved. Davis Instruments Quality Management System is ISO 9001 certified.