General Tools and Instruments RGR150 - Manual (Page 6)

4. Though the remote temperature sensors
are weather-resistant, they should be
placed away from direct sunlight, rain or
snow. The best suggested location for
the remote temperature sensor for
outdoors is under the eave on the north
side of the building.
NOTE: When the temperature falls below
freezing, the batteries in the remote rain
gauge and outdoor remote temperature
sensor may have reduced voltage
supply and a shorter effective range.
We recommend using lithium batteries
at temperatures of 32ºF (0ºC) and below.
We also recommend covering the
remote rain gauge tightly with a plastic
during the winter time or move it
indoors.
RAIN GAUGE
BATTERY INSTALLATION
• Unlock the funnel-shaped top on the rain
gauge by turning both knobs on the sides
in an anti-clockwise direction.
• Remove the funnel-shaped top lifting it
off the rain gauge bucket.
• Remove 7 small screws from the battery
compartment cover using a small Phillips
screwdriver.
• Insert 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not
included), matching the polarities as
shown in the battery compartment.
• Replace the battery compartment door
and secure the screws.
• Insert the funnel-shaped top into the rain
gauge bucket and secure it into place by
turning the knobs clockwise.
PLACEMENT TIPS
• Make sure that the remote rain gauge is
level – check if the ball bearing inside the
bucket is at the midpoint of the leveler.
• Place the protective screen over the top
to protect the rain gauge from the debris.
• Mount the rain gauge using mounting
hardware provided.
• Make sure that the rain gauge is in open
area where precipitation falls directly into
the gauge’s bucket, ideally 2-3 feet above
the ground.
REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
BATTERY INSTALLATION
NOTE: Install the batteries; select the channel
and temperature in °F or °C before
mounting the remote temperature
sensor.
• Remove the screws from the battery
compartment with a small Phillips
screwdriver.
• Set the channel. The switch is located in
the battery compartment. Channel 1 is
typically selected if only one remote
sensor is being used.
• Install 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not
included) matching the polarities shown
in the battery compartment.
• Replace the battery compartment door
and secure the screws.
• Secure remote temperature sensor in the
desired location.
MAIN UNIT
BATTERY INSTALLATION
• Open the battery compartment door.
• Install 2 batteries (UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V)
matching the polarity as shown in the
battery compartment.
• Replace the battery compartment door.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
A low-battery indicator [
] will appear on
the remote rainfall reading line and the indoor
or remote temperature reading line of the main
unit, warning that the corresponding batteries
need replacement.
HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND
The main unit has a removable table stand that
supports it on a flat surface.
Attach table stand to the bottom of the main
unit in the slots provided. The main unit can
also be mounted on the wall using the
recessed screw hole. The table stand must be
removed prior to mounting. The remote
temperature sensor can be similarly mounted
or placed on a flat surface.
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