Campbell Scientific TurfWeather Weather Station - Manual (Page 30)

TurfWeather Weather Station
FIGURE 5-9. Accurate wind direction measurements require the
reference line on the wind direction sensor (right) to be aligned with
Magnetic North
4. Firmly tighten the U-bolt nuts.
5. If the guy-wire kit has been installed, assure that its orientation will not
interfere with the solar panel (if one is installed) then evenly tighten the
turnbuckles to tension the guy-wires.
6. Confirm the weather station is level by viewing the bubble level on top of
the weather station (FIGURE 5-10). Minor adjustments can be made by
tightening or loosening the appropriate guy-wire turnbuckle, placing shims
between the weather station base and the top of the mast or pole, or
loosening the mast bolts at the top and bottom of the tripod and shifting
the vertical orientation.
FIGURE 5-10. The bubble level (in red box) confirms the station is
level, which is required for accurate rainfall and solar radiation
measurements
7. Connect the power source that will recharge the internal sealed
rechargeable battery. If using a solar panel, follow the steps provided in
Section 5.4.5, SP5 Solar Panel Installation. If using an external power
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Bubble Level
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