Campbell Scientific UT10 10 foot Tower w/ Grounding Kit and Hinged Base - Manual (Page 61)

UT10 Weather Station
1 month
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Check the rain gage funnel for debris and level.
• Do a visual/audio inspection of the anemometer at low wind speeds.
• Check the filter of the temperature/humidity sensor for contamination.
General Maintenance
•
An occasional cleaning of the glass on the solar panel will improve its
efficiency.
• Check sensor leads and cables for cracking, deterioration, proper routing,
and strain relief.
• Check the tripod or tower for structural damage, proper alignment, and for
level/plumb.
6 months
•
Clean the temperature/humidity sensor.
• Clean the Gill Radiation Shield.
1 year
•
Replace anemometer bearings.
• Calibrate the rain gage.
• Calibrate the HC2S3 probe.
• Check calibration of HMP60 RH Probe; replace RH chip if necessary.
2 years
•
Calibrate the solar radiation sensors (some users suggest yearly).
• Calibrate the temperature sensor.
• Replace the wind vane potentiometer and bearings.
4 - 5 years
•
Replace sensor cables as required.
9.2 Troubleshooting
9.2.1 No Response Using the Keypad
Check keypad response after each of the following steps.
A. Make sure the battery has been installed, and the power switch, if any, is
“ON”.
B. Use a voltmeter to measure the voltage on the 12 V and G terminals; the
voltage must be between 9.6 and 16 Vdc.
C. Disconnect any sensor or peripheral wires connected to the 5 V and 12 V
terminals.
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