Solar Radiation Sensor Mounts
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6.2 Installation
1.
On a level surface, level the solar radiation sensor using the leveling feet
on the sensor. Alternatively, remove the sensor leveling feet to allow it to
be mounted directly to the mounting bracket. Smaller sensors, such as the
CS301, do not have leveling feet and must be mounted directly to a
leveling base. The CM226 includes the leveling base. Refer to Section
(p. 3)
, for a list of sensors compatible with the CM226.
2.
Secure the solar radiation sensor to the mounting bracket. Refer to
to determine which mounting holes are used by the sensor.
Visually inspect the leveling feet on the sensor (if present) to ensure all
feet are in contact with the mounting bracket.
FIGURE 6-2. Mounting hole locations for solar sensors
3.
Using a diopter in combination with a solar compass, install and orient the
crossarm on the tripod or the mast. If installing the mounting bracket on a
vertical pole, ensure the pole is truly vertical.
4.
Secure the mounting bracket to the crossarm or the vertical pole using the
hardware included with the mounting bracket. The 015ARM, CM225,
CM255, CM260, and CM265 use one or two U-bolts, nuts, flat washers,
and lock washers to mount the bracket (FIGURE
).
CMP6, CMP11,
CMP21
LI200S, LI200X,
LI190R, LI190SB
SP-LITE, PQS1
LP02, CMP3
NOTE: These holes
contain #8-32 threads.
CS300, CS301,
CS310, SP230SS
Access
Hole
Access
Hole
Access
Hole
Access
Hole