Maintaining the sensors, Sensor troubleshooting, Contacting davis technical support – DAVIS Solar and UV Radiation Sensors for Vantage Pro/Pro2 User Manual
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Product Numbers: 6450, 6490 and 6673
Document Number: 07395.292
UV Sensor, Solar Radiation Sensor, and Sensor Mounting Shelf Installation Manual Rev. E (6/18/14)
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Maintaining the Sensors
For the most accurate readings, clean the diffuser after mounting, and then
periodically. Use ethyl alcohol (not rubbing alcohol).
Due to the sensitivity of ultraviolet and solar radiation sensors, it is common
practice for manufacturers to recommend recalibration after a period of time. Here
at Davis Instruments, we have seen approximately 2% drift per year on the
readings from these sensors. For applications demanding higher accuracy, the
sensors should be calibrated once every year.
Sensor Troubleshooting
If encountering sensor problems, carefully check all cable connections. Cable
connections account for a large portion of the potential problems. Plugs should be
firmly seated in the jacks and plugged in straight. Try jiggling the cable while
looking at the display. If a reading appears intermittently on the display as you
jiggle the cable, the connection is faulty.
Contacting Davis Technical Support
For questions about installing or operating your sensors or mounting shelf, please
contact Davis Technical Support. We’ll be glad to help.
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manuals, product specifications, application notes,
software updates, and more.
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