Choosing locations for the components – Maximum Summit User Manual
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Choosing locations for the components
Wind Sensors
The higher the wind sensors are
mounted the more unobstructed
their exposure to the wind and the
more accurate their readings. We
recommend that you mount the
sensors at least 8 to 10 feet above
the highest object on the roof. TV
antenna masts and mounts are
excellent for this purpose and, are
available from Radio Shack and
other TV/Electronics stores (check
under “Antenna” in your yellow
pages). Antenna mounts are
available in a wide variety of
configurations, some of the more
common types are shown in the
diagram.
Temperature Sensor
Select a location for the temperature sensor that is protected from direct sunlight and clear of poten-
tial physical damage. A North exposure, 5 to 8 feet above the ground is recommended (see diagram).
Keep the sensor away from sources of heat such as windows, doors and, dryer vents. Alternatively
you can mount the sensor in a properly sited meteorological instrument shelter. If neither of these
options works for your installation, a radiation shield may be the solution, please contact us for more
information.
Indicator
Summit’s large size allows it to be easily read from over 100 feet away when properly installed. For
best viewing you should avoid locations where direct sunlight will shine on the instrument. You
must also have an AC outlet near the selected location. The AC adapter supplied with Summit has a
6 foot cord. You can extended this distance by splicing on wire to the adapter. The table below gives
the maximum distances allowed for various gauges of wire.
Chimney
Mount
Tripod
Mount
Wall
Mount
Vent Pipe
Mount
Temperature
Sensor
Wind
Sensors
8 to 10 Feet
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