Integrated sensor suite with fan-aspirated radiation shield for vantage pro2 and vantage pro2 plus (8 pages)
Summary of Contents for Davis Instruments Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield
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The Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield uses fan aspiration and passive shielding to minimize the effects of solar radiation and to provide accurate temperature readings. This instruction manual takes you step-by-step through the process of installing and mounting your Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield.
A Note About Model Versions This manual is for all versions of the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield manufac- tured after 9/1/01. Earlier versions have the following differences: Solar-powered modules only use one battery versus two batteries All Junction Board-connections are soldered versus using connectors Aside from those differences, the installation of the early versions of the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield is the same as for current versions.
Disassembling the Radiation Shield Use a medium Phillips-Head screwdriver to disassemble as described below: Unscrew the three screws at the top of the unit and remove the mounting bracket. Remove the two plates and put aside. Gently remove the fan and the deflector, taking care not to stress the wires soldered to the terminal board.
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For models without a pre-installed sensor, continue to the section “To install a sensor or probe on the sensor board.” (See below). If you want to install your own Davis Temperature/Humidity sensor (#7859 or #7860), you must remove your old sensor housing and attach a new and smaller sensor board cover.
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You are now ready to install the sensor board. Installing a Sensor or Probe Main Cover Removing the “Old” Temp/Hum Housing Davis #7859 or #7860 #4 x 3/8" Attaching a New Sensor Board Cover Sensor Board Base Board removed from...
Push the cable gently into the sensor chamber, allowing the cable to loop a little. Route the cable to the cable channel. Sensor Chamber Cable Channel Page 6 Temp/Humidity Sensor Board with Sensor Cover Core Unit Installing the Sensor Board Temp Probe mounted on Sensor Board Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
Installing the Fan Here’s how to install the fan: Install the fan deflector, ensuring that the sensor cable is in the cable chan- nel molded into the fan deflector and the fan plate. Fan Unit Fan Deflector Place the fan unit on top of the deflector. Connect the motor power cable to the Motor Connector on the Junction Board.
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Secure the AC power cable to the fan plate with the supplied cable clamp. You are now ready to route the cables. Page 8 Motor Connector MOTOR +VSOL Junction Board Connections AC Power-Adapter Connections For Future Tachometer TACH Junction Board Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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Solar Powered Radiation Shield The solar-powered fan will begin operating as soon as you install the batteries. To prevent discharging the batteries, only install the batteries immediately before you mount the radiation shield. On the Radiation Shield fan plate, insert the O-ring in the groove around the edge of each battery compartment.
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Use Cable Clamp to Attach Cables #4 x 1/2" Screw #4 Flat Washer Cable Clamp Sensor Cable Power Adapter Cable Page 10 AC Cable Routing Fan Plate Battery Compartments (not used in AC Models) Fan Motor Junction Board Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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Note: You may want to test the sensor or probe before you mount the radiation shield. Please consult your sensor, or probe installation manual to find out how to conduct the test. To test the pre-installed Davis sensor: Attach the sensor cable to the appropriate connector on the junction box/sensor interface module (SIM).
To remove the cover, press gently in on both sides to release the latches holding it in place. Junction Board Cover Junction Board Junction Board Cover Installation Page 12 Press in on Sides near latches to Remove Cover Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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Sensor Cable Power Cable AC MODELS Reassembling the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield Secure the two shield plates to the radiation shield mounting bracket using the three 2” screws and washers. Tighten until the radiation shield attaches firmly to the mounting bracket.
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Again, make sure you push the wire all the way into the connector. Use pliers to squeeze the green cap into place, securing the wires. Page 14 Separating the Wires Using Splice Connector Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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Mounting the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield You can mount the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield as follows: On a Davis Sensor Mounting Arm or other horizontal plate up to 0.26” (6.6 mm) thickness. On a metal pipe or mast with outside diameter from 1” (2.5 cm) to 1 1/4” (3.1 cm).
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Avoid running the sensor cable across large metal objects if possible. Avoid placing the motor near any curing caulking compounds as deposits from silicone compounds can cause motor failure. Page 16 Mounting on the Side of a Post or Wall Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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Mounting to a Sensor Mounting Arm: Use this procedure to attach the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield to a Davis Sen- sor Mounting Arm (part #7702). To mount to a Sensor Arm you need: Three # 8 split lock washers (supplied with your radiation shield) Three # 8 flat washers (supplied with your radiation shield)
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A 7/16” (1.1 cm) wrench Bracket Note: You can mount the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield on any pipe to a maximum diameter of 2 1/2” (6.35cm). However, you will need to drill additional holes and obtain the larger U-bolts. Wall Mount...
Mounting to the Side of a Post or Wall To mount the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield on the side of a post or wall you need: Four 1/4” (6.8mm) x 1 1/2” (3.8cm) lag screws (not supplied) A Mounting Bracket (part # 7994 - not supplied) 1/4"...
Calibrating the Dew Point and Relative Humidity If you want to install the Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield as part of a Weather Monitor II station, you need to calibrate the dew point and relative humidity. Please refer to your weather station owner’s manual for calibration instructions.
first be sure to check all cable connections. If you are unable to solve the prob- lem, please call Davis Technical Support. We’ll be glad to help. Most questions can be answered while you’re on the phone. You can also email us for support, or visit our website.
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Template for Mounting Holes 3.24" (82.3 mm) 1.62" (41.1mm) 1.26" (32 mm) 4.15" (105.5 mm) 1.88" (48 mm) 2.83" (71.9 mm) 5.66" (143.8 mm) [Either set of 3 holes (A or B) may be used] Page 22 Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield...
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