La Crosse Technology TX32U User Manual

TX32U RAIN SENSOR

The TX32U rain sensor is a wireless rain
sensor which is used in conjunction w ith the
rain meter. It measures the rainfall data and
sends the information to the rain meter
Display by 915 MHz signal transmission.

INVENTORY OF CONTENTS

1. TX32U rain sensor

2. Mounting hardware

3. Instruction manual and warranty card

BATTERY INSTALLATION:

1. Unlock the main cover from the rain
sensor base and remove the cover.

Press to unlock

2. Remove the battery cover at the top of
the rain sensor.

3. Insert 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V batteries
into the battery compartment, observing
the correct polarity.

4. Replace the battery cover and the main
cover on the unit.

Note:
In the event of changing batteries in any
of the units, all units need to be reset by
launchin g the setting u p procedure s. This
is because a random security code is
assigned by the rain sensor at start-up.
This code must be received and stored by
the rain meter station in the first minutes
of power being supplied to it.

Detailed Set-up procedures of the Rain
meter and the Rain sensor refer to the
main operation manual.

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MOUNTING THE RAIN SENSOR

Fixed by screws

Horizontal panel

For best results, the rain sensor should be
securely mounted onto a horizontal surface
about 1 meter, 3.25 Ft. or higher above the
ground and in an open area away from trees
or other coverings where rainfall may be
reduced causing inaccurate readings.

Note: You will need to occasionally remove
leaves and other debris from the rain sensor.

When securing into place, check that rain
excess will not collect and store at the base
of the unit but can flow out between the base
and the mounting surface (test by pouring
clean water).

After mounting the rain sensor and placing
battery, the rain sensor is now operable. For
testing purposes, very slowly pour a small
amount of clean water into the rain sensor
funnel. The water will act as rainfall and will
be received and displayed at the base station
after about 2 minutes delay i.e. when the
reading interval is reached.

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE:

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 Extreme temperatures, vibrations and

shocks should be avoided as these
may cause damage to the unit and give
inaccurate forecasts and readings.

 When cleaning the display and casings,

use a soft damp cloth only. Do not use
solvents or scouring agents as they
may mark the LCD and casings.

 Do not submerge the units in water.

Furthermore, fix all parts in place where
the units are adequately protected
against moisture and rain.

 Immediately remove all low powered

batteries to avoid leakage and damage.
Replace only with new batteries of the
recommended type.

 Do not make any repair attempts to the

unit. Return them to their original point
of purchase for repair by a qualified
engineer. Opening and tampering with
the unit may invalidate their guarantee.

 Do not expose the units to extreme and

sudden temperature changes, this may
lead to rapid changes in forecasts and
readings and thereby reduce their
accuracy.

SPECIFICATIONS

Please refer to
Rain measurement
range

Outdoor data reception
Wireless Signal

Transmission range
Power source of rain

sensor

Dimensions of rain
sensor

the specifications

of the weather

station

Every 6.25

seconds

Up to 330 feet

(100 meters)

2 x AAA, IEC

LR3, 1.5V battery

5.67" x 2.15" x

3.46"

(144 x 54.6 x 88

mm)

Note:
Detailed Specification of the Rain meter
and the Rain sensor refer to the main
operation manual of the weather station.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year
limited warranty on this product against
manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship.

This limited warranty begins on the original
date of purchase, is valid only on products
purchased and used in North America and
only to the original purchaser of this product.
To receive warranty service, the purchaser
must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for
problem determination and service
procedures. Warranty service can only be
performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd
authorized service center. The original dated
bill of sale must be presented upon request
as proof of purchase to La Crosse
Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology,
Ltd’s authorized service center.

La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or
replace this product, at our option and at no
charge as stipulated herein, with new or
reconditioned parts or products if found to be
defective during the limited warranty period
specified above. All replaced parts and

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products become the property of La Crosse
Technology, Ltd and must be returned to La
Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts
and products assume the remaining origina l
warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is
longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay
all expenses for labor and materials for all
repairs covered by this warranty. If
necessary repairs are not covered by this
warranty, or if a product is examined which is
not in need or repair, you will be charged for
the repairs or examination. The owner must
pay any shipping charges incurred in getting
your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a
La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized
service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd
will pay reasonable return shipping charges
to the owner of the product.

Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty
covers all defects in material and
workmanship with the following specified
exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident,
unreasonable use or neglect (including the
lack of reasonable and necessary
maintenance); (2) damage occurring during
shipment (claims must be presented to the
carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of,

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