Measurement Specifications; Power Consumption; Maintenance; Array Maintenance - Ambient Weather WS-5000-RAIN User Manual

6.4

Measurement Specifications

The following table provides the specifications for the measured parameters.
Measurement
Rain
Transmission distance in open field: 100m (300 ft)
Sensor reporting interval: 49 seconds
RF Frequency: 915 MHz
6.5

Power Consumption


Rain Gauge: 1 x AA battery (not included)
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Maintenance

7.3

Array Maintenance

1. Clean the rain gauge once every 3 months. Rotate the funnel counterclockwise and lift to expose the rain
gauge mechanism, and clean with a damp cloth. Remove any dirt, debris, and insects. If bug infestation is
an issue, spray the array lightly with insecticide.
2. Clean the solar radiation sensor and solar panel every 3 months with damp cloth.
3. Replace batteries every 1-2 years. If left in too long, the batteries may leak due to environmental
challenges. In harsh environments, inspect the batteries every 3 months (when cleaning the solar panel).
4. When replacing the batteries, apply a corrosion preventive compound on the battery terminals, available
at Amazon and most hardware stores.
5. In snowy environments, spray the top of the weather station with anti-icing silicon spray to prevent snow
build up.
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Troubleshooting Guide

If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows:
1. Online Support: https://ambientweather.com/faqs/question/tags/tag/WS-5000/
2. Email Support: support@ambientweather.com
3. Technical Support: 480-346-3380 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time)
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Range
0 to 236 in.
Accuracy
± 5%
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Resolution
0.004 in
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