Casella CEL Software for the Rainfall gauge system User Manual
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Warning !
The septum ring has a sharp edge and should be treated
with care whenever handling the instrument.
1.
Release the two catches securing the outer cover to the base of the
rain gauge.
2.
Carefully lift off the cover and stand it in a safe place.
3.
With the base plate mounted in its correct location on site, adjust the
three levelling screws until the built-in spirit level indicates that the
unit is level.
4.
Once the unit is level secure the locknuts.
5.
It is advisable to secure the base unit permanently to a firm
foundation using the two holding lugs provided.
These accept either 9.5 mm or 3/8" rawl bolts.
Do not over tighten the fixings.
A restriction, such as an elastic band, may have been fitted to prevent
the bucket from moving during transit.
6.
Carefully remove any restriction and check that the bucket pivots
freely.
7.
Replace the outer cover of standard versions, with the catches
engaged in the cutouts in the base plate.
8.
Replace the outer cover of versions that meet the Environmental
Agency Framework Directive, then use an Allen Key to lock the three
screws that secure the cover to the base.
The rain tipping bucket gauge is now ready for connection (Chapter 5) and
operation (Chapter 6).
Tipping Bucket
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