DAVIS Solar Power Kit for Wireless Stations User Manual
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This manual describes how to install the Solar Power Kit for Wireless Weather
Stations. The power kit enables wireless stations to be stand-alone units that
combine transmitter and renewable power source in one weather-resistant
shelter, thereby eliminating the need to run a cable to a power outlet or to
replace batteries regularly.
This kit is designed for three applications: one, transforming an ordinary
Wireless Weather Station into a solar-powered station; two, transforming an
EZ-Mount Weather Station into a solar-powered and wireless station; and
three, transforming a standard Monitor or Wizard station into a solar-powered
and wireless station. For these last two applications, the SensorLink™ Transmitter and Receiver (#7610 and #7611) must be purchased separately.
CAUTION:
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OMPONENTS
The Solar Power Kit includes the following components. Please be sure you
have all listed components before beginning.
Please note that while we have made every attempt to design and manufacture a safe product,
Davis Instruments cannot assume liability for any injury or damage caused directly or indirectly by the
installation or use of this product.
IRELESS WEATHER STATIONS
#6 x 1/2" (12.5 mm)
Screws
1/4" Flat Washers
1/4" Hex Nuts
Shelter
5/16" Flat Washers
5/16" Hex Nuts
Cable
Tie
2 1/4" U-Bolts
and Saddles
1 1/2" U-Bolts
and Saddles
1/4" Lag Screws
Product # 7709
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You may need the following tools and materials for this installation:
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Adjustable Wrench or 5/16” Wrench
Medium Flat Head Screwdriver
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Medium Phillips Screwdriver
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Electrical Tape, Cable Clips and /or Cable Ties
Compass or Local Area Map
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L
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The following tips should help you find the best possible location and position
for your Solar Power Kit. If necessary, reposition your station to permit the
solar panel sufficient access to the sun’s rays.
The solar panel works best when the surface of the panel receives full sunlight.
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Mount the panel away from fences, buildings, trees or other obstructions
that may cast shadows over the panel.
The panel should be mounted facing south in the Northern Hemisphere and north
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in the Southern Hemisphere for maximum sun exposure.
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There are three procedures for installing the solar power kit, depending on
your current installation:
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For standard (i.e., non-wireless, non-EZ) installations
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Use the solar power kit shelter to protect the transmitter from the elements. To transform a standard station into a solar-powered wireless
station, see “Installation for Standard Stations” on page 3.
For EZ-Mount installations
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Replace the EZ-Mount’s field case door with the power kit door and then
install the transmitter. See “Installation for EZ-Mount and Wireless Stations” on page 5 for details.
For Wireless installations
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Simply replace your current field case door with the power kit door. See
“Installation for EZ-Mount and Wireless Stations” on page 5.
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To transform a standard station, follow these steps:
1. Open the shelter door using a flat head screwdriver.
2. Remove the cover from the transmitter by pushing down on the tabs at the top until
you can remove the tabs from the slots.
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3. Install the transmitter using the three #6 x 1/2” (12.5 mm) screws, as shown below.
#6 x 1/2" (12.5 mm)
Screws
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4. Mount the shelter against a wall or post, on a small pipe, or on a large pipe.
CAUTION: Remember to face the solar panel south in the Northern Hemisphere (or north in the
Southern Hemisphere) for maximum sun exposure.
Wall or Post
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Attach the shelter to the mounting surface in the desired location using
the lag screws and 1/4" flat washers as shown below.
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