Do not pour the anti-freeze solution to the public sewer system. Contact your local
authorities regarding the correct disposal.
5.11.3 Testing Proper Operation
To check that the precipitation gauge functions properly, perform a guided accuracy test
using the Pluvio
2
L software supplied on a CD-ROM.
Only perform the accuracy test on calm days without precipitation. Otherwise the test
results are not accurate.
For more information on performing the accuracy test, see OTT Pluvio
2
L Precipitation
Gauge Operating Instructions.
5.11.4
Adding OTT Pluvio
2
L to System
Before configuring the new sensor, complete the mechanical installation.
1. In AWS Client, select Settings > Parameters > Static.
2. In the CFG parameter set, select Pluvio2.
3. In the PR_accum_Selector parameter set, select the sensor to use for precipitation
accumulation calculation.
• 1 = RG13(H)
• 2 = OTT Pluvio 2 L
4. To enable the sensor, type 1 in the Value
field, and select Save.
5. To activate the new configuration, reset the QML data logger. Select Maintenance >
Reset > Immediate.
5.12
CMP3, CMP6, and CMP10
Maintenance
The CMP3, CMP6, and CMP10 pyranometers all all-weather instruments. Once installed, the
pyranometer needs little maintenance. Vaisala recommends that you use water or alcohol to
clean the glass dome of the sensor as part of a regular routine. Check the
fixture and
leveling of the sensor as needed.
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