Davis Instruments Anemometer User Manual

Product # 7911, 7914
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The anemometer enables you to measure and display wind-related conditions
such as wind speed, wind direction, wind run, wind chill, and the
temperature-humidity-sun-wind index.
Components
The anemometer includes the components listed below. Please be sure you
have all listed components before continuing. The installation hardware kit
contains the items most commonly needed for the installation of the anemome-
ter. Which items you use from the kit depend on where you install your unit.
You may need to adapt or purchase additional hardware to fit your individual
requirements. Assess your installation and make sure you have all necessary
parts, tools, and materials before you begin.
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Anemometer Arm with cable
✦
Anemometer Base
✦
Wind Cups
✦
Wind Vane
✦
Drip Rings
Anemometer
Base
Drip
Rings
Wind Cups
Wind Vane
Anemometer Arm
with 40 feet (12.2 meters)
of cable

Davis Instruments Anemometer Specifications

General

Brand	Davis Instruments
Model	Anemometer
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Components

Anemometer Arm with cable

Lists the anemometer arm component for installation.

Wind Cups and Vane

Lists wind cups and wind vane components.

Mounting Hardware

Lists base and drip rings components.

Tools and Materials Needed

Installation Hardware Kit

Details the included installation hardware.

Required Tools and Materials

Lists necessary tools and additional materials.

Testing the Anemometer

Connect and Spin Components

Steps to connect cable and spin cups/shaft for initial test.

Verify Display Readings

Steps to check wind speed and direction readings on display.

Assembling the Anemometer

Attaching the Drip Rings

Instructions for attaching drip rings to protect against icing.

Assembling the Anemometer

Attaching the Wind Cups

Instructions for attaching wind cups to the anemometer.

Checking the Anemometer Base Orientation

Prepare and Insert Arm

Steps to insert arm into base and prepare for screw.

Align and Secure Base

Steps to align holes and note base orientation.

Choosing the Best Anemometer Location

Optimal Site Selection Criteria

Guidelines for selecting an unobstructed mounting location.

Mounting Height and Grounding

Recommendations for mounting height and grounding.

Installing the Anemometer

Mounting on Sensor Arm

Instructions for mounting on a sensor mounting arm.

Mounting on Post or Surface

Instructions for mounting on a wooden post or surface.

Mounting on Mast or Pipe (7/8"-1 1/4")

Instructions for mounting on a 7/8" to 1 1/4" mast or pipe.

Installing the Anemometer

Mounting on Larger Mast or Pipe (>1 1/4")

Instructions for mounting on pipes larger than 1 1/4".

Attaching Anemometer Arm to Base

Steps to connect the anemometer arm to the base.

Attaching the Wind Vane

Prepare for Vane Attachment

Steps to connect cable and check display for direction.

Orient and Secure Vane

Steps to orient and securely attach the wind vane.

Attaching the Wind Vane

Final Vane Assembly and Testing

Steps for sliding, tightening, and testing the wind vane.

Securing the Cable

Cable Management and Protection

Instructions for securing the cable to prevent damage.

Maintenance

Anemometer Maintenance Overview

States that the anemometer requires no regular maintenance.

Troubleshooting

Wind Speed Issues

Addresses problems with zero or inaccurate wind speed readings.

Wind Direction Issues

Addresses problems with dashed-out wind direction readings.

Contacting Davis Instruments Technical Support

Support Contact Information

Provides phone, fax, email, and website for technical support.

Specifications

Wind Direction Specifications

Details resolution and accuracy for wind direction.

Wind Speed Specifications

Details range and accuracy for wind speed.