DAVIS 6466 User Manual

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Rain Collector (#6466 & 6466M)
This rain collector can be used with Vantage Pro2™
weather stations, including Vantage Pro2,
Vantage Pro2 Plus, and the Sensor Transmitter, as
well as an EnviroMonitor Node.
The following instructions assume the rain collector
is being used with a Vantage Pro2 or Vantage Pro2
Plus Integrated Sensor Suite (sensor suite).
Refer to the user manual that came with your station for more information.
Manuals are available at www.davisinstruments.com.
Note: Model number 6466 is factory-calibrated to take rain measurements in 0.01 inches. The
metric version of the rain collector, number 6466M, comes factory-calibrated to take
measurements in 0.2 mm.
Components
• Rain collector cone latched onto base
• Base with tipping mechanism and 40’ (12 m) cable
• U-bolt, backing plate and 2 each: lag screws, flat washers, lock washers, hex
nuts, and cable tie
• Debris Screen
•16 3.5” (9 cm) bird spikes (optional)
RAIN
CONE
Cable Tie
Finger Grips
Debris Screen
(locks snugly
inside cone)
Latch
Bird Spike
Sockets
1/4" Flat
Washers
1/4" Lock
Washers
1/4" Hex
Nuts
3.5” (9 cm)
Bird Spikes (16)
U-Bolt
Backing
Plate
1/4" x 3" Lag Screws
(~6 x 75 mm)
HARDWARE KIT
Drain
Screen
Bubble Level
Base
40’ (12 m)
Sensor
Cable
Tipping
Spoon

DAVIS 6466 Specifications

Range and Accuracy

daily rainfall range	0.00” to 99.99” (0.0 mm to 999.8 mm)
total rainfall range	0.00” to 199.99” (0.0 mm to 6553 mm)
accuracy	±4% of total or +0.01” (0.2 mm) for rain rates up to 2"/hr (50 mm/hr)

Cable and Connections

attached cable length	40’ (12 m)
recommended max cable length	900’ (270 m)
connector type	Modular connector (RJ-11)

Weight and Dimensions

width	9.25” (23.5 cm)
height	10.25” (26 cm)
depth	11” (28 cm)

Summary

Components

Tools and Materials Needed

Prepare the Rain Collector

Test the Rain Collector

Install the Rain Collector

Choose a Location

Important considerations for mounting the rain collector to ensure accurate readings and accessibility.

Installing the Rain Collector on a Post or Vertical Surface

Installing the Rain Collector on a Pole

Accessories for Pole Mounting

Optional accessories like tripods and extension kits for pole installation of the rain collector.

General Guidelines for Installing on a Pole

How to mount the rain collector on poles of various diameters using U-bolts and ensuring it is level.

Finishing Steps

Extending Cable Runs

Maintaining the Rain Collector

Troubleshooting Guide

Contacting Davis Technical Support

Specifications