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Maintaining the Rain Collector Cone
To maintain accuracy, thoroughly clean the rain collector several times a year.
Note: Cleaning the rain collector and tipping spoon may cause false rain readings. Unplug
the rain sensor from the sensor interface before cleaning so that no inaccurate
readings are logged, or clear the weather data that was logged on the Vantage Pro2
console after cleaning is complete. See your Vantage Pro2 Console User Manual for
instructions on clearing weather data.
1. Separate the cone from the base by turning it counter-clockwise.
2. Remove and clean the debris screen.
3. Use a soft, damp cloth to remove any debris from the cone and tipping spoon.
4. Use pipe cleaners to clear the funnel hole in the cone and drain screens in the
base.
5. Re-attach the cone and replace the debris screen. (If you unplugged the rain
sensor from the sensor interface, be sure to plug it back in.)
Troubleshooting
Sensor Functions Intermittently
Carefully check all connections from the sensor to the sensor suite. See “Check the
Factory-Installed Sensor Connections” on page 9.
Loose connections account for a large portion of potential problems. Connections
should be firmly seated in receptacles and plugged in straight. To check for a faulty
connection, try jiggling the cable while looking at the display. If a reading displays
intermittently on the console as the cable is jiggled, the connection is faulty. Try
removing and then re-installing the cable to correct the faulty connection. If the
sensor still functions intermittently contact Technical Support. See “Contacting
Technical Support” on page 42.
Readings Are Not What You Expect
Comparing data from your sensor suite to measurements from the Internet, TV,
radio, newspapers, or a neighbor is NOT a valid method of verifying your readings.
Readings can vary considerably over short distances. How you site the sensor suite
and anemometer can also make a big difference. If you have questions, contact
Technical Support.
Rain Collector Problem
If the rain collector seems to be under-reporting rainfall, remove the rain collector
cone to clean the tipping spoon and clear out any debris. Make sure the cable tie
around the tipping spoon has been cut and removed.
Anemometer Problems
“The wind cups are spinning but my console displays 0 mph.”
The signal from the wind cups may not be making it back to the display. Check
your cables for visible nicks and cuts. Look for corrosion in the WIND connector
on the sensor interface and on splices in the cable. If using an extension cable,
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