Davis Instruments Cup Anemometer User manual

Decagon Devices, Inc.
Version: February 29, 2016 — 11:27:08

Anemometer
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Anemometer CONTENTS
Contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Shipping Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Warranty ......................... 2
1.3 Seller’s Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 About the Davis Cup Anemometer 4
2.1 Specifications ....................... 4
2.2 Integration with Em50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Assembling the Anemometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Anemometer Installation 8
3.1 Mounting the Anemometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4 Troubleshooting 13
4.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Declaration of Conformity 15
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Anemometer 1 INTRODUCTION
1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Davis Cup Anemometer wind sensor.
This manual can help you understand the sensor features and ensure
successful operation. We hope you find the contents of this manual
useful in understanding your instrument and maximizing its benefit
to you.
There are several ways to contact Decagon if you ever need assis-
tance with your product, have any questions or feedback. Decagon
has Customer Service Representatives available to speak with you
Monday through Friday, between 7am and 5pm Pacific time.
Note: If you purchased your sensor through a distributor, please con-
tact them for assistance.
Email:
supp[email protected] or [email protected]
Phone:
509-332-5600
Fax:
509-332-5158
If contacting us by email or fax, please include as part of your mes-
sage your instrument serial number, your name, address, phone, fax
number, and a description of your problem or question. Please read
these instructions before operating your sensor to ensure that it per-
forms to its full potential.
1.1 Shipping Contents
•Anemometer Arm with Cable
•Anemometer Base
•Wind Cups
•Wind Vane
•Drip Rings
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Figure 1: Davis Cup Anemometer Components
Installation Hardware Kit
•Two U-Bolts
•Four 1/4” Flat washers
•Four 1/4” Hex Nuts
•Four 1/4” x 3” Lag
Screws
•One #4 - 40 x 1 1/4”
Pan Head Screw
•One #4 Flat Washer
•One #9 Lock Washer
•One #4 - 40 Hex Nut
•0.05” Allen Wrench Figure 2: Hardware kit
Note: If any of the components are missing, contact Decagon Devices
about receiving replacement items.
1.2 Warranty
The sensor has a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a one-year war-
ranty on parts and labor. Your warranty automatically validates
upon receipt of the instrument.
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Anemometer 1 INTRODUCTION
1.3 Seller’s Liability
Seller warrants new equipment of its own manufacture against de-
fective workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the
date of receipt of equipment.
Note: We do not consider the results of ordinary wear and tear,
neglect, misuse, accident as defects.
The Seller’s liability for defective parts shall in no event exceed the
furnishing of replacement parts “freight on board” the factory where
originally manufactured. Material and equipment covered hereby
which is not manufactured by Seller shall be covered only by the
warranty of its manufacturer. Seller shall not be liable to Buyer for
loss, damage or injuries to persons (including death), or to property
or things of whatsoever kind (including, but not without limitation,
loss of anticipated profits), occasioned by or arising out of the instal-
lation, operation, use, misuse, nonuse, repair, or replacement of said
material and equipment, or out of the use of any method or process
for which the same may be employed. The use of this equipment con-
stitutes Buyer’s acceptance of the terms set forth in this warranty.
There are no understandings, representations, or warranties of any
kind, express, implied, statutory or otherwise (including, but with-
out limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose), not expressly set forth herein.
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2 ABOUT THE DAVIS CUP ANEMOMETER Anemometer
2 About the Davis Cup Anemometer
The anemometer enables you to measure and display wind-related
conditions such as wind speed and wind direction with your Em50
or Em50R logger.
2.1 Specifications
•Wind Direction
Display Resolution: 16 points (22.5◦) on compass rose, 1◦in
digital display
Accuracy: ±7◦
•Wind Speed
Range: 2 to 175 mph., 4 to 280 kph, 2 to 152 knots, 0.9 to 78
m
2s
Accuracy: ±5%
•System Hardware Compatibility
Em50 Firmware version 1.19 or greater
ECH20 Utility 1.11 or greater
2.2 Integration with Em50
The Em50 measures the average wind direction in one minute in-
tervals. The value of the wind direction and number of pulse counts
(magnitude) are used to resolve the wind direction into X and Y vec-
tor components. The vector components from multiple one-minute
readings are summed together. The X and Y components are com-
bined to store the “dominant” or “weighted average” wind direction
for the measurement interval.
Note: When there is no wind, the vector math for direction will re-
solve to 0 (North) – regardless of the actual direction of the wind
vain.
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Anemometer 2 ABOUT THE DAVIS CUP ANEMOMETER
Speed
The Em50 integrates wind speed pulses for one minute. The highest
one-minute count in each measurement interval becomes the value
for the gusts data. The average of the one-minute counts becomes
the average speed for each measurement interval.
Components and Hardware
The anemometer includes the components listed in the shipping con-
tents. Please be sure you have all listed components before beginning
installation. The installation hardware kit contains the items most
commonly needed for the installation of the anemometer. Which
items you use from the kit depend on where you install your unit.
Assess your installation and make sure you have all necessary parts,
tools, and materials before you begin. You may need to adapt or
purchase additional hardware to fit your individual requirements.
Tools and Materials Needed
You need the following additional tools and materials to install your
anemometer. (Not Included)
•Cable Clips or Weather-Resistant Cable Ties
Make sure the clips or ties you use to secure the anemometer
cable have screw holes or other means for mounting the cable.
Do not use metal staples to secure the cables.
•Stainless Steel Hose Clamps
•Small Screwdrivers
•Adjustable Wrench
•Handheld Compass or Local Area Map
2.3 Assembling the Anemometer
Attaching the Wind Cups
1. Before installing the anemometer, attach the wind cups.
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2. Push the wind cups onto the smaller of the two stainless steel
shafts.
Figure 3: Attaching wind Cups to the Anemometer
3. Slide the wind cups as far up the shaft as possible.
4. Use the Allen wrench provided to tighten the set screw on the
side of the wind cups to approximately finger tight.
5. Spin the wind cups. If they do not spin freely, loosen the set
screw, lower the cups slightly, then tighten the set screw.
6. Repeat Step 4 until the wind cups spin freely.
Note: The wind vane installation is affected by the direction of
the mounting arm. Wind vane direction will be modified during
the anemometer installation.
Testing the Anemometer
Before beginning your installation, follow these instructions to test
wind speed and wind direction functionality. You will need ECH2O
Utility or ECH2O Utility Mobile connected to an Em50 logger.
1. Connect anemometer cable to a port in a Em50 logger.
2. In the sensor pull-down menu for the chosen port in ECH2O
Utility, pick “Davis Cup Anemometer”
3. Enter your measurement interval.
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4. Spin the wind cups.
5. Scan ports of the logger with ECH2O Utility. You should see
revolutions and direction.
6. Note the direction reading of the anemometer.
7. Grab the wind vane and twist about half a turn.
8. Scan ports, reading should have changed about 180 degrees.
9. Disconnect the cables when you are finished testing the anemome-
ter.
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3 ANEMOMETER INSTALLATION Anemometer
3 Anemometer Installation
Choosing the Best Location
Use the following guidelines to determine the best location for your
anemometer.
1. Install the anemometer in a location where wind flow is unob-
structed by trees and nearby buildings. For instance, mount
the anemometer to an antenna mast, wooden post, or metal
pipe.
2. For the most accurate readings, mount the anemometer at least
4 feet (1.2 m) above any obstructions.
3.1 Mounting the Anemometer
Use the following procedures to mount the anemometer.
Check the Base Orientation
You will need to know which way to orient the base before installing
it.
1. Insert the anemometer arm into the base.
2. Push the #4-40 x 1 1/4” pan head screw through the holes in
the arm and the base.
3. Attach the wind vane as previously instructed and press Scan
in ECH2O Utility to display wind direction.
4. Use a compass or map to determine true north.
5. Notate the correct base orientation before securing the base to
the mast.
Note: it is best to mount the base on a cylindrical mast for
easy adjustment of the base orientation. It may not be possible
to adjust the base to the correct orientation on a square mast
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Anemometer 3 ANEMOMETER INSTALLATION
or flat surface.
6. Make sure the antenna mast or metal pipe is properly grounded,
you may want to use the Davis Grounding Kit.
7. If you are not certain about how to ground your installation,
consult a qualified professional for national and local codes.
Note: If you use the Davis Cup Anemometer in an area subject to
frequent thunderstorms, install a lightning rod nearby to reduce the
risk of damage.
Installing the Base on a Wooden Post or Surface
1. Hold the anemometer base against
the wood surface and use a pencil to
mark the location of the four holes
on the base.
2. Use a drill with a 3/16” (5-mm)
drill bit to make pilot holes in these
locations.
3. Drive the lag screws through the
holes in the anemometer base and
into the wood. Figure 4: Attaching
Base to a Wooden Post
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3 ANEMOMETER INSTALLATION Anemometer
Installing on Antenna Mast or Metal Pipe
1. U-bolts work best with an antenna
mast or pipe with outside diameter
of 7/8” to 1 1/4” (22 to 32 mm).
2. Hold the anemometer base against
the pipe and insert the two U-bolts
through the back of the base so that
the U-bolts wrap around the pipe.
3. Place a 1/4” washer and a 1/4” 20
hex nut over each end of the U-bolts
and use a wrench to tighten the hex
nuts.
Figure 5: Attaching
Base to a Pipe with U-
bolts
Installing the Base on a Metal Mast or Pipe:
Outside Diameter Greater than 1 and
1/4” in. (32 mm)
1. Use two stainless steel hose clamps
to attach the mounting base to
masts or pipes larger than 1
1/4” diameter, large enough to fit
around the mast or pipe and the
anemometer base. You may pur-
chase hose clamps at your local
hardware store.
2. Hold the anemometer base against
the pipe and fasten the hose clamps
over the anemometer base and
around the metal mast or pipe.
Figure 6: Attaching
Base to a Pipe with
Hose Clamps
Attaching Arm to Base
1. Insert the anemometer arm into the anemometer base.
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2. Guide the anemometer cable through the slot as you insert the
arm.
3. Insert the pan head screw into one of the holes in the base and
slide it through the arm.
4. Secure the pan head screw using the flat washer, lock washer,
and hex nut as shown.
Figure 7: Attaching Anemometer Arm to Base
Attaching the Wind Vane
1. Connect the anemometer cable to the data logger.
2. Align the flat surfaces on the steel shaft and the wind vane.
3. Slide the wind vane down the shaft and use the Allen wrench
to tighten the set screw on the side of the wind vane.
4. Press Scan in ECH2O Utility to display wind direction.
5. Use a compass or map to determine true north.
6. Test your assembly by pointing the wind vane in any direction
and (using the compass or map as a guide) verify that ECH2O
Utility “Scan” displays the correct wind direction.
7. Note the direction of the arm and base for later installation to
the pole or mast.
8. Spin the wind cups to make sure you get a wind speed reading
and adjust as necessary.
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Figure 8: Installing Wind Vane
Securing the Cable
To prevent fraying or cutting the anemometer cable where it is ex-
posed to weather, it is very important to secure it so it does not whip
about in the wind. Use cable clips or weather resistant cable ties to
secure the cable.
Place clips or ties approximately every 3 to 5 feet (1 to 1.6 m).
Note: Do not use metal staples to secure cables. Metal staples can
cut the cables.
Figure 9: Securing Cable (Standard Cable Shown)
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Anemometer 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
4 Troubleshooting
Your anemometer does not require any regular maintenance. Do not
attempt to lubricate the wind cup shaft and bearings or the wind
vane shaft. Natural or synthetic lubricants will inhibit the normal
operation of the anemometer.
4.1 Troubleshooting
While your anemometer is designed to provide years of trouble-free
operation, occasionally problems may arise. If you are having a prob-
lem with your unit, please check the following troubleshooting proce-
dures before sending the unit in for repair. You will be able to solve
many of the problems yourself. If, after checking these procedures
you are unable to solve the problem, please call Decagon Devices for
further instructions (see next section on “Customer Support”) Please
do not return your unit for repair without receiving prior authoriza-
tion from Decagon Devices.
If this problem occurs: Refer to:
Wind speed reads 0 or wind direction “* * *” Problem #1
Wind speed reading seems too high or low Problem #2
Reports 0 (North) direction when wind speed 0 Problem #3
Problem 1
Wind speed reads 0 all the time or wind direction is showing “*
* *” in data field.
Solutions
Make sure anemometer is plugged into port on Em50 or Em50R.
Check for broken wire along length of anemometer cable. Carefully
check areas where the cable has been secured.
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4 TROUBLESHOOTING Anemometer
Try dropping the wind cups approximately 1/16” to 1/8” (1.5 to
3 mm) lower on the mounting shaft. Use the included Allen
wrench to loosen and tighten the wind cup assembly.
If you still do not get a reading, the problem is with the anemometer.
Contact Decagon Devices for return authorization.
Problem 2
Wind speed reading seems too high or low.
Solutions
Check installation by spinning wind cups. If the wind cups spin
freely and the weather station displays a wind speed, the wind
cups are installed correctly. If the wind cups do not spin freely,
then try dropping the wind cups approximately 1/16” to 1/8”
(1.5 to 3 mm).
Check for any obstructions blocking the wind near the anemometer.
Problem 3
The wind direction data always reports 0 (North) whenever the wind
speed is zero, even if the wind vain is pointing a different direction.
Solutions
The Em50 uses wind speed and direction to calculate the dominant
wind direction (See page 2.2). Because this calculation uses vector
math, reported wind direction is zero when there is no wind speed.
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Anemometer 5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
5 Declaration of Conformity
Application of Council Directive: 2004/108/EC
Standards to which conformity is
declared: EN 61326-1:2013
Manufacturer’s Name: Davis Instruments Corp. 3465
Diablo Ave. Hayward, California
94545 USA
Type of Equipment: Davis Cup Anemometer
Model Number:
Year of First Manufacture: 2005
This is to certify that the Davis Cup Anemometer, manufactured
by Davis Instruments., a corporation based in Hayward, California,
USA meets or exceeds the standards for CE compliance as per the
Council Directives noted above. This anemometer has been adapted
to work with Decagon Devices ECH2O System and is based on the
Standard Anemometer manufactured by Davis Instruments. The
technical information provided herein is provided courtesy of Davis
Instruments R
. Pleas contact Davis Instruments for all pertinent
testing documentation.
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Index
CE Compliance, 15
Contact Information, 1
Declaration of Conformity, 15
Email, 1
Seller’s Liability, 3
Sensor
Components, 2
Specifications, 4
Troubleshooting Quick Guide, 13
Warranty, 2
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