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*It is essential to ensure that these wires are re-connected in the same
configuration in order to maintain the correct polarity.
11.2.3 Power Supply
At every site visit check the solar panel for dirt and debris such as bird droppings
and clean. Frequency of visits may be site dependent – for instance, in the autumn
leaves may blow onto (and possibly stick to) the panel.
Keep an eye on the battery voltage (the daily minimums are stored by default in
Table2) to ensure that the voltage available continues to look healthy.
If the voltage drops below 11.5V then please consult the troubleshooting section
(Appendix C) for possible remedial action. Please note that a weather station
performing well in the height of summer may not be able to sustain its charge
during the middle of winter.
Whilst the Solar panel is sufficient for most operations, the addition of some
sensors or an increase in the periods of direct communication can affect the power
consumption over time.
12. And Finally
We hope that your Basic Weather Station will give you many years of accurate
data and trouble free use. If you have any problems with the weather station,
remember to first check out the troubleshooting guide in Appendix C. Further help
and advice is available from Campbell Scientific as shown below:
Campbell Scientific Ltd.
Campbell Park
80, Hathern Road
Shepshed
Leicestershire
LE12 9GX
Tel: +44 (0) 1509 601141
Fax: +44 (0) 1509 601091
Email: support@campbellsci.co.uk
World wide web: http://www.campbellsci.co.uk
