Installation manual

Installing the Rain Collector II Page 9
6. Fasten the base to the mounting surface using the #8 x 3/4" screws provided.
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7. Attach the rain collector cable to the appropriate connector on the junction box/SIM.
8. To be certain the rain collector is functioning properly after installation, retest the
unit as described “Testing the Rain Collector II” on page 4.
9. Once you are sure the unit is functioning properly, place the cone back onto the base
by putting the latches on the cone into the latch openings in the base and rotating the
cone clockwise until the latches “lock” into place.
As you reattach the cone, make sure to run the cable to the cable slot in the
base, or the cone will not fit snugly against the base.
10.Place the debris screen, points down, into the cone.
The screen prevents large bits of debris from blocking the funnel hole.
11. To prevent fraying or cutting of the anemometer cable where it is exposed to weather,
it is important that you secure it so it doesn’t whip about in the wind.
Use cable clips or weather resistant cable ties to secure the cable. Place clips
or ties approximately every 3 to 5 feet (1 to 1.6 m). Do not use metal staples
or a staple gun to secure cables. Metal staples—especially when installed
with a staple gun—have a tendency to cut the cables.