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19.16

.75

10.40

.41

6.40

.25

19.05

.75

9.53

.38

70.71

2.78

120.23

4.73

55.20

2.17

OPTICAL RAIN GAGE

MODEL RG-11

INSTALLING THE RAIN SENSOR

Mount the rain gage where it gets a clear measurement 
of precipitation– away from overhangs, etc.

The mounting arm is designed to fit over a strap 0.75” 
(19 mm)  wide.  Two 0.25” (holes 6.35 mm) are placed 
0.75” (19 mm) part.  

The gland style connector goes in the bottom hole.  Be 
sure to use wire rated for outdoor (high-UV) use.

For conduit applications, the mounting arm may be 
removed, and the wiring hole drilled out using a step drill 
to accommodate a ½” EMT compression connector or 
similar style of conduit connector. 

Assemble the device as shown.   Stretch and release the 
silicone o-ring (size -036) a few times, so it fits easily in 
the groove.  Optionally, you may coat the O-ring and 
screws with silicone grease.

For Irrigation Mode, set DIP switch 7 ON and set the 
other switches to the desired watering amount.

 See 

the switch table on page 4 for the other Irrigation 
settings.

The Rain Gage must be assembled when dry.  Any 
water trapped inside can condense and cause corrosion.  
You may optionally add extra desiccant packets (not 
supplied.)  If the Rain Gage is not subject to splashing or 
sprayed water, you may optionally vent the enclosure by 
drilling a 1/8” (3 mm) hole in the bottom of the case.

IRRIGATION APPLICATION NOTES

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