Campbell Scientific 014A Met One Wind Speed Sensor - Manual (Page 10)

Met One 014A Wind Speed Sensor
4. Quickstart
4.1 Assemble and Mount the Sensor
4.1.1 Tools Required
• 5/64 inch Allen wrench (shipped with the 014A)
• 1/2 inch open end wrench
• compass and declination angle for the site
• small screw driver provided with datalogger
• UV resistant cable ties
• small pair of diagonal-cutting pliers
• 6 inch to 10 inch torpedo level
4.1.2 Assemble the Sensor
The 014A ships with the cup assembly separate from the main housing.
Assemble the sensor using the following procedure:
1. Take the cup assembly and main housing out of the shipping box (see
FIGURE 4-1).
FIGURE 4-1. 014A shipping box
2. Gently slide the cup assembly down over the shaft at the top of the
sensor until it meets the top bearing.
3. Use the 5/64 inch Allen wrench to tighten the screw on the side of the
cup assembly; tighten until snug (see FIGURE 4-2).
Main Housing
Allen Wrench
Cup Assembly
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