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L I -1401Agro- M eteoro log i ca l

S ta t ion

L I -1401Agro- M eteoro log i ca l

S ta t ion

Operat ing and

A ssembly M anual

Operat ing and

A ssembly M anual

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LI-1401Agro-Meteorological Station

Operating andAssembly Manual

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NOTICE

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

LI-COR MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE. LI-COR shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connectionwith the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of thisdocument may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without prior written consent of LI-COR, Inc.

© Copyright 1999, LI-COR, Inc.

Printing History

New editions of this manual will incorporate all material since the previous editions. Update packages may be used betweeneditions which contain replacement and additional pages to be merged into the manual by the user.

The manual printing date indicates its current edition. The printing date changes when a new edition is printed. (Minorcorrections and updates which are incorporated at reprint do not cause the date to change).

1st Printing - April, 1999

Publication Number MET100April, 1999

LI-COR, Inc. • 4421 Superior Street • Lincoln, Nebraska 68504Phone: 402-467-3576FAX: 402-467-2819Toll-free 1-800-447-3576 (U.S. & Canada)E-mail: [email protected]

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Table of Contents

Section 1. Unpacking & Initial Inspection

What's What ..................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Section 2. Site Selection

Wind Speed/Wind Direction ............................................................................................................................ 2-1Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor .......................................................................................................... 2-1Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge............................................................................................................................. 2-1LI-200SA Pyranometer Sensor ........................................................................................................................ 2-21400-103 Soil Temperature Sensor.................................................................................................................. 2-2References ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-2

Section 3. Assembly

Tools Required ................................................................................................................................................. 3-11. Unpack and Open the Tripod ...................................................................................................................... 3-12. Attach the Guy Ropes to the Tripod Feet ................................................................................................... 3-13. Insert the Feet Into the Tripod Legs ............................................................................................................ 3-34. Attach the Enclosure Mounting Bracket ..................................................................................................... 3-45. Attach the Guy Rope Collar to the Tripod .................................................................................................. 3-56. Hang the Sealed Enclosure on the Mounting Bracket ................................................................................ 3-67. Attach the Sensor Mounting Bar................................................................................................................. 3-78. Attach the Anemometer .............................................................................................................................. 3-89. Attach the Pyranometer Sensor................................................................................................................... 3-910. Attach the Guy Ropes and Handles to the Guy Rope Collar .................................................................... 3-911. Attach the Gill Shield ................................................................................................................................ 3-1012. Install the LI-1400 in the Sealed Enclosure .............................................................................................. 3-1113. Mount the Battery Pack in the Sealed Enclosure ...................................................................................... 3-1114. Bury the Soil Temperature Sensor ............................................................................................................ 3-1115. Assemble the Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge ............................................................................................... 3-1216. Level the Weather Station......................................................................................................................... 3-1217. Screw the Anchors into the Ground and Attach the Feet .......................................................................... 3-12

Section 4. Connecting the Sensors

1400-301 Terminal Block ................................................................................................................................ 4-11400-402 Battery Pack..................................................................................................................................... 4-2LI-200SA Pyranometer Sensor ........................................................................................................................ 4-21400-103 Soil Temperature Sensor.................................................................................................................. 4-31400-104 Air Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor .................................................................................... 4-3

Mounting the Sensor in the 1400-202 Gill Shield .................................................................................... 4-3Interfacing to the LI-1400 Datalogger ...................................................................................................... 4-4

1400-105 Wind Speed/Wind Direction Sensor ................................................................................................ 4-5

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1400-106 Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge............................................................................................................. 4-7Site Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 4-7Servicing........................................................................................................................................................... 4-7Switch Closure ................................................................................................................................................. 4-7Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................... 4-8Install the Ground Wire.................................................................................................................................... 4-8Finishing the Installation.................................................................................................................................. 4-8

Section 5. Configuring the LI-1400

Entering the LI-200SA Pyranometer Sensor Multiplier .................................................................................. 5-1Memory Overwrite ........................................................................................................................................... 5-1Cabling ............................................................................................................................................................. 5-2Uploading the Setup File to the LI-1400 ......................................................................................................... 5-2

Appendix A. SpecificationsAppendix B. List of SuppliersWarranty

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Unpacking 1-1

What's WhatCheck the packing list included with your LI-1401 to verify that you have received everything that was ordered.The LI-1401 Agro-Meteorological Station is shipped in two boxes and includes the following items:

LI-1400 Datalogger1400-301 Terminal BlockLI-200SA Pyranometer Sensor1400-103 Soil Temperature Sensor (not shown)1400-104 Air Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor1400-105 Wind Speed/Direction Anemometer1400-106 Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge1400-204 Tripod1400-205 Mounting Bar1400-202 Radiation Shield1400-203 Sealed Instrument Enclosure1400-402 External Battery Pack1400-550 RS-232 Cable (not shown)1400-206 Installation Kit (not shown)

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1-2 Unpacking

1400-301 TerminalBlock

LI-200SA PyranometerSensor

1400-104 Air Temperature/RelativeHumidity Sensor

1400-105 Wind Speed/Direction Anemometer

1400-106 Tipping Bucket RainGauge

1400-204 Tripod

1400-205 Mounting Bar

1400-202 RadiationShield

1400-203 SealedInstrument Enclosure

1400-402 ExternalBattery Pack

LI-1400Datalogger

Guy Wire Collar

Guy Wires

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Site Selection 2-1

The site chosen for your weather station is very important, and should reflect the area of interest and be locatedaway from obstructions that influence the conditions near the weather station (e.g. trees and buildings). Thefollowing are general guidelines for placement of the sensors; more detailed information can be found in thereferences listed at the end of this section.

Wind Speed/Wind DirectionThe wind speed/wind direction anemometer should be located over open, level terrain. The EPA recommendsthe anemometer be a distance of at least 10 times the height of nearby obstructions.

Standard measurement heights:

3.0 m ± 0.1 m recommended (AASC)2.0 m ± 0.1 m, 10.0 m ± 0.5 m optional (AASC)10.0 m (WMO and EPA)

Temperature/Relative Humidity SensorThe 1400-104 sensor should be housed in the Gill radiation shield. The EPA recommends the sensor be nocloser than four times an obstruction's height, at least 30 m from large paved areas, and in an open level area atleast 9 m in diameter. Areas to avoid include:

● Industrial heat sources● Rooftops● Steep slopes● Sheltered hollows● High vegetation● Shaded areas● Swamps● Areas where snow drifts occur● Low places that may hold standing water

Standard measurement heights:

1.5 m ± 0.1 m recommended (AASC)1.25 to 2.0 m (WMO)2.0 m temperature (EPA)2.0 m and 10.0 m for temperature difference (EPA)

Tipping Bucket Rain GaugeThe 1400-106 Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge should be no closer than four times the height of an obstruction. Theorifice must be in a horizontal plane, open to the sky, and above the level of in-splashing and snowaccumulation.

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2-2 Site Selection

The Rain Gauge should be mounted to a hard, flat, horizontal surface such as a concrete pad. Commerciallyavailable concrete "paving stones", 12 to 18" square make ideal mounting platforms. A masonry bit can easilydrill holes in concrete to attach the three mounting feet of the rain gauge. Make sure the rain gauge is levelwhen the installation is complete.

Standard measurement heights:

1.0 m ± 1 cm (AASC)30.0 cm minimum (WMO, EPA)

LI-200SA PyranometerThe LI-200SA is mounted on the sensor mounting bar of the LI-1401. Facing the weather station so that thesensor mount is facing south (in the northern hemisphere) will minimize any shading effects from other parts ofthe weather station. The height of the sensor does not affect the accuracy of the measurement.

1400-103 Soil Temperature SensorThe measurement site for the 1400-103 should be at least 1 m2 and typical of the area of interest. The groundsurface should be level with respect to the immediate area (10 m radius).

Standard measurement depths:

10.0 cm ± 1.0 cm (AASC)5.0 cm, 10.0 cm, 50.0 cm, 100.0 cm (WMO)

ReferencesCampbell Scientific, Inc., Application Note 4-S. 815 W. 1800 N., Logan, UT. 84321. (435)753-2342.

The State Climatologist (1985). Publication of the American Association of State Climatologists: Heights andExposure Standards for Sensors on Automated Weather Stations, v. 9, No. 4, October, 1985.

EPA (1987). On-Site Meteorological Program Guidance for Regulatory Modeling Applications, EPA-450/4-87-013. Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27711.

WMO (1983). Guide to meteorological instruments and methods of observation. World MeteorologicalOrganization 1996 (sixth edition); ISBN 92-63-16008-2.

Tanner, Bertrand D. (1990). Automated Weather Stations, Remote Sensing Reviews, 1990, Vol. 5 (1), p. 73-98.

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Assembly 3-1

Tools RequiredSet of standard Hex Keys (included)Phillips head screwdriverFlat blade screwdriver9/16" open end, or adjustable wrench

1. Unpack and Open the TripodThe tripod is shipped in its own box. Find a level surface and open thetripod and extend the legs. Note that one of the legs is telescoping; itis used later to level the weather station.

Loosen the lowermost collar and extend the legs so that the leg bracesare perpendicular to the center mast. Tighten the collar.

2. Attach the Guy Ropes to theTripod Feet

Locate the 3 sets of guy ropes and handles, and the three tripod feet.Each of the guy ropes has a loop at both ends; one of these loops isattached to each of the tripod feet. Attach one guy rope to each foot atthis time, as it may be easier to do this step before the feet are insertedinto the tripod legs.

The tripod feet appear as shown in Figure 3-2 below.

Anchor Attachment

Nut for grounding wire(1 foot only)

Foot

10-32 × 5/8 hex headscrew

Figure 3-2. Remove the 10-32 × 5/8" hex head screw to attach the guy rope(s).

Figure 3-1. Open the tripod and extend the legsso that the braces are perpendicular to thecenter mast.

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3-2 Assembly

The upper part of each foot which is inserted into the hollow tripod leg swivels on a pin; move this part until the10-32 × 5/8" hex head screw is visible. Remove this screw with a 5/32" hex key. Place the spacer inside theloop of the guy rope, guide the assembly into the notch and reinsert the hex head screw. Tighten the screw andrepeat this procedure for the other two feet.

10-32 × 5/8" Head Head Screw

Bottom View

Spacer

Guy Rope

Figure 3-3. Place the guy rope loop over the spacer and insert the assembly into the notch. Re-insert the 10-32 × 5/8" hex head screwand tighten.

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Assembly 3-3

3. Insert the Feet into the Tripod LegsThe three feet with attached guy ropes can now be inserted into the bottom of each of the tripod legs. Note thatone of the feet has a post that is slightly larger in diameter than the other two; this foot is inserted into thetelescoping leg of the tripod. The larger foot has a nut on the anchor attachment screw (see Figure 3-2) forattaching the grounding wire in a later step. Place the foot flat on the ground, slide the post into the tripod leg,and tighten the 3/8-16 × 2.5" hex head screw with a 5/16" hex key until tight. Repeat for the other two feet.

Tripod Leg

Guy Rope

Anchor Attachment

Foot

3/8-16 × 2.5" HexHead Screw

Bottom View

Side View

Figure 3-4. Slide the post on each foot up into the tripod leg and tighten the 3/8-16 × 2.5" hex head screw.

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3-4 Assembly

4. Attach the Enclosure Mounting BracketThe sealed enclosure mounting bracket is attached to the tripod, and spans both the upper and lower masts toprovide added stability. Loosen the clamp on the tripod mast and lower the upper mast as far as it will go.Remove the two 10-32 × 5/8" hex head screws with a 5/32" hex key from the two lower metal clamps on themounting bracket. Place the adjustable clamp on the mounting bracket over the top of the tripod shaft andreattach each of the two lower clamps with the hex head screws. Make sure that the notch in the mountingbracket is facing up; the peg at the back of the sealed enclosure rests in this notch. The center clamp on themounting bracket should attach just below the black clamp on the tripod post. Be careful not to cover theplastic plug that is pressed into the tripod post; the upper tripod post will not slide up and down properly ifpressure is placed on this plug.

Notch Faces Up

Tripod

Side View

Do not coverthis plug

10-32 × 5/8" HexHead Screws

Figure 3-5. Slide the mounting bracket over the top of the tripod post and clamp. Do not cover the black plug that is pressed into thetripod.

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Assembly 3-5

5. Attach the Guy Rope Collar to the TripodThere are holes in the tripod post (near the top of the upper post) to which the guy rope collar is attached.Remove one of the two 1/2-20 × 1/2" set screws and slide the collar over the tripod post. Extend the uppertripod post a few feet. Align the holes and reinsert and tighten the set screws. Do not over tighten. Rotate thetripod post so that one hole in the collar is aligned with each of the tripod feet; this will ensure that the guyropes are straight when installed in the steps below.

1/2-20 × 1/2" Set Screw

Use this hole

TripodTripod

Guy Rope Collar

Figure 3-6. Slide the guy rope collar over the tripod post, align the set screws with the holes, and tighten the set screws until they areflush with the collar.

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Section 3

3-6 Assembly

6. Hang the Sealed Enclosure on the Mounting BracketThe sealed instrument enclosure can now be hung on the mounting bracket attached in Step 5 above. Note thatthe mounting peg at the top of the enclosure rests on the notch in the top of the mounting bracket. Place the pegin the notch, and attach the bracket to the enclosure using the four 10-32 × 5/8" hex head screws.

Enclosure

Tripod

Mounting Peg

MountingBracket

Do not coverthis plug

10-32 × 5/8" SocketHead Screws (4)

Figure 3-7. Hang the sealed instrument enclosure on the mounting bracket, and attach with four 10-32 × 5/8" hex head screws.

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Assembly 3-7

7. Attach the Sensor Mounting BarInsert the sensor mounting bar into the top of the tripod post and hand tighten the bar clamp. The sensormounting bar is where the pyranometer sensor and the wind speed/wind direction anemometer are attached.

NOTE: Although the sensor mounting bar can be rotated to any position, it is recommended that the endwith the anemometer shaft be pointed directly north (south in the southern hemisphere). This orientationwill prevent any shadows cast by the anemometer from obscuring the pyranometer sensor.

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Sensor Mount

Anemometer Shaft

Sensor Mounting Bar

To Tripod

Tripod

Tighten here

Figure 3-8. Place the sensor mounting bar into the top of the tripod post and tighten the bar clamp.

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Section 3

3-8 Assembly

8. Attach the AnemometerThe anemometer is manufactured by R.M. Young Company, Traverse City, Michigan (Wind Sentry Model03002V). Place the wind vane on the left side of the anemometer as it faces you, and tighten the set screw witha 0.050" hex key. Place the cup wheel on the other shaft and tighten the set screw. Place the anemometerassembly on the sensor mounting bar shaft, and tighten the hose clamp with a flat blade screwdriver. The windvane points North as it is shipped from the factory.

Set Screw

Shaft

Sensor Mounting Bar

Set Screw

Wind VaneCup Wheel

Figure 3-9. Place the anemometer over the shaft on the sensor mounting bar and tighten the hose clamp.

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Section 3

Assembly 3-9

9. Attach the Pyranometer SensorThe sensor mount on the mounting bar can accommodate up to two LI-COR radiation sensors. Place thesensor(s) in the mount and tighten the 4-40 × 1/8" set screw with a 0.050" hex key. Note that there is a notch inthe sensor mount for the cable. Run the cable under the mounting bar and secure with the nylon cable clampson the underside of the mounting bar.

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Sensor Mount

4-40 × 1/8" Set ScrewLI-COR inc.

Figure 3-10. Place the pyranometer sensor in the sensor mount and tighten the set screw.

10. Attach the Guy Ropes and Handles to the Guy Rope CollarOne end of each guy rope was attached to the tripod feet in Step 2 above. Unscrew one of the handle caps usinga 5/32" hex key.

Handle

10-32 × 5/8" Hex Head Screws (4)

Cap Cap

Figure 3-11. Remove the caps from both ends of the guy rope handles.

Leave about 12" from the free end of the guy rope and attach the rope to the one end of the handle. Run eachguy rope up through a hole in the guy rope collar. Make a loop of the guy wire and unscrew the other handlecap. Attach the guy rope to the other side of the handle, as shown below.

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Section 3

3-10 Assembly

To Tripod Foot

Guy Rope Collar

Guy Rope Handle

Tripod

Figure 3-12. Pass the guy rope through a hole in the collar and attach to the handle.

11. Attach the Gill ShieldThe 1400-104 Air Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor is housed in a ventilated Gill radiation shield that ismounted to the tripod with a bar clamp. Loosen the two nuts on the clamp with an adjustable wrench, andremove the bar clamp. Place the clamp at the desired position on the tripod post, and attach the gill shield.Tighten the nuts. Remove the threaded insert from the bottom of the gill shield, and insert the 1400-104 untilthe bottom of the RH sensor is flush with the bottom of the threaded insert. The insert is tapered so that the1400-104 will be secured as the insert is threaded back into the Gill shield.

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Section 3

Assembly 3-11

Gill Shield

ThreadedInsert

1400-104

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Figure 3-13. Clamp the Gill shield to the tripod at the desired height, and insert the 1400-104 Humitter.

12. Install the LI-1400 in the Sealed EnclosureThe LI-1400 Datalogger hangs on the bracket that is pre-installed in the sealed instrument enclosure. Section 4describes the sensor connections to the 1400-301 Terminal Block, which is then attached to the connector on topof the LI-1400.

13. Mount the Battery Pack in the Sealed EnclosureInsert 6 "D" cell batteries into the battery pack as described in the LI-1400 Instruction Manual, page C-3. Openthe door of the sealed instrument enclosure and mount the battery pack on the right side of the enclosure, usingthe four 8-32 × 1/2" slotted screws that are present in the enclosure.

14. Bury the Soil Temperature SensorThe soil temperature sensor is designed to be as small as possible to facilitate burial at any desired depth.However, when burying the sensor at shallow depths (< 10 cm) there are some practical considerations whichshould be observed. At depths less than 10 cm it is much easier for the sensor to be accidentally pulled out or tobe uncovered by strong winds. This can usually be prevented by burying not just the tip of the sensor but alength of the cable as well. It is also best to bury the sensor and the cable at an angle to the soil surface (notperpendicular).

1400-104

1400-103

Figure 3-14. 1400-103 Soil Temperature sensor and 1400-104 Air Temperature/Relative Humidity sensor.

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Section 3

3-12 Assembly

15. Assemble the Tipping Bucket Rain GaugeRemove the funnel and carefully remove all packing material and the strap that is used to prevent movementduring shipping. The bucket should now move freely between the calibration screws. Replace the funnel.

Mount the gauge on a level platform. The holes in the mounting legs are sized for 1/4 inch diameter mountingbolts. The top of the gauge (the funnel) must be level. Check by laying a carpenter's level across the funnel intwo directions, at right angles. Shim the legs with washers between the gauge and the platform if necessary.

16. Level the Weather StationThe weather station can be leveled using a combination of adjustments of the telescoping tripod leg and the guyropes. There is a bubble level attached to the underside of the sensor mounting bar, below the sensor mount.Extend the top post of the tripod (with attached sensor mounting bar) to the desired height. Extend or retract thetelescoping leg on the tripod until the weather station is nearly level. Finish the leveling operation by adjustingthe tension on the guy ropes. Twist the handle(s) slightly so that the handle is angled away from the rope whentight to "lock" the guy rope(s) in place.

17. Screw the Anchors into the Ground and Attach to the FeetThree anchors are used to secure the weather station. The anchors are screwed into the ground, and fastened tothe feet of the weather station with the anchor attachments, as shown below.

Find a level surface for the weather station, and screw the anchors into the ground near each of the tripod feet.Loosen the nut on the anchor attachment with a 9/16" open end wrench, or an adjustable wrench, and slide theattachment so that the notch will slide over the neck of the anchor (below the ring), as shown. Tighten the nutslightly; adjust as needed and tighten the nut securely.

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Section 3

Assembly 3-13

Loosen this nut

Tighten here

Figure 3-15. Loosen the nut with a 9/16" open end wrench, and attach to the anchor below the ring. Tighten the attachment screw.

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Connecting the Sensors 4-1

This section gives instructions on connecting the sensors to the LI-1400 Datalogger, located in the sealedinstrument enclosure. You will require a small flat blade screwdriver to connect some of the sensor wires to the1400-301 Terminal Block.

The sensor cables are run up through the bottom of the sealed enclosure through a foam-lined opening, which issecured by two thumbscrews. Open the enclosure door and remove the two thumbscrews; the top of the seal ishinged at the rear, so the lid can be opened by lifting straight up.

Remove two thumbscrews

Figure 4-1. Remove the two thumbscrews to access the opening.

1400-301 Terminal BlockThe 1400-301 Terminal Block mates with the connector on top of the LI-1400. A description of the terminals isgiven below.

SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Figure 4-2. 1400-301 Terminal Block.

The terminals are as follows, reading left to right:

Terminal Description

I5 Current Channel #5I4 Current Channel #4V4 Voltage Channel #4V3 Voltage Channel #3V2 Voltage Channel #2V1 Voltage Channel #15VDC, 3mA +5VDC, 3mA5VDC, 3mA +5VDC, 3mA

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4-2 Connecting the Sensors

UNREG, 6mA Unregulated 6mAUNREG, 6mA Unregulated 6mAVIN Voltage In, 8-16VDCTB Tipping Rain Bucket (Counter channel)↓ Ground

The slots at the top of the terminal block can be used to provide strain relief, by fastening the sensor wires to theblock with a cable tie.

1400-402 Battery PackThe External Battery Pack is mounted inside the instrument enclosure at the factory. You will need to connectthe leads from the Battery Pack to the 1400-301 Terminal Block as described below.

Attach the red lead from the Battery Pack to terminal “VIN 8-16VDC” on the 1400-301 Terminal Block, andthe black lead to the adjacent ground terminal (Figure 4-2).

1400-402 External Battery Pack

Use 6 Alkaline "D: Cell Batteries

Observe Polarity: + Red - Black

Remove batteries for long term storage.

Shield from direct water contact.

Output protected with internal self-resetting fuse (0.65A)

SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Red lead to terminal "VIN 8-16VDC"

Black lead to adjacent ground terminal ↓

Figure 4-3. Attach the red lead to terminal "VIN 8-16VDC", and the black lead to the adjacent ground terminal.

LI-200SA Pyranometer SensorRun the cable up though the bottom of the enclosure and attach the BNC connector from the pyranometer sensorto the BNC connector on top of the LI-1400 labeled Current Channel I1 (on the top left of the LI-1400 as youface it).

You will need to enter the unique calibration multiplier for your pyranometer sensor into the LI-1400 beforeyou can make measurements of solar radiation. Follow these steps to enter the multiplier (found on thecalibration certificate, and on the label attached to the sensor cable):

1. Choose Setup Channels and press Enter.

2. The sensor type is set to I1=Light. Press Enter.

3. The description reads SOLAR. Press ↓ .

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Section 4

Connecting the Sensors 4-3

4. Type in the value of the multiplier (it will be a negative number).

5. The remaining options do not need to be changed. Press Esc twice to return to the Setup menu.

1400-103 Soil Temperature SensorThe 1400-103 is designed to be as small as possible to facilitate burial at any depth. However, when burying thesensor at shallow depths (< 10 cm) there are some practical considerations which should be observed. At depthsless than 10 cm it is much easier for the sensor to be accidentally pulled out or be uncovered by strong winds.This can usually be prevented by burying not just the tip of the sensor but a length of the cable as well. It is alsobest to bury the sensor and cable at an angle to the soil surface (not perpendicular).

The 1400-103 sensor is terminated with 3 wires which connect to the 1400-301 terminal block. The red leadalso has a 33.2K ohm precision resistor connected in series with the thermistor. The red lead is connected to thecurrent input terminal labeled I4 on the terminal block. The black lead is connected to the regulated +5 voltpower supply, which is the 5VDC terminal on the 1400-301. The silver shield wire is connected to the signalground terminal for current channel I4.

SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Red lead to terminal "I4"

Silver shield to adjacent ground terminal ↓

Black lead to 5VDCterminal #12

Figure 4-4. Attach the red lead to current input channel I4, and the black lead to the 5VDC terminal.

1400-104 Relative Humidity/Air Temperature SensorThe 1400-104 Relative Humidity/Air Temperature Sensor (Humitter®) requires a 7-28 VDC input power sourceand has a signal conditioned voltage output of 0-1V = -40 °C to 60 °C for air temperature and 0-1V = 0-100%for relative humidity.

Mounting the Sensor in the 1400-202 Gill Shield1. Remove the protective yellow cap from the sensor.2. Remove the threaded nylon insert from the bottom of the gill shield.3. Insert the 1400-104 into the nylon insert until the bottom of the Humitter is flush with the bottom of the

insert.4. Thread the insert back into the bottom of the gill shield. The insert is tapered so that it tightens around the

sensor as it is threaded into the shield. Tighten only until hand tight.

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4-4 Connecting the Sensors

Interfacing to the LI-1400 Datalogger1. Connect the yellow wire (7-28 VDC power) to unregulated power supply terminal #8 (UNREG). This

terminal supplies power to the sensor.2. Connect the green wire (ground) to the adjacent ground (↓ ) terminal.3. Connect the violet wire (temperature voltage signal) to voltage signal channel V1.4. Connect the brown wire (RH voltage signal) to voltage signal channel V2.

SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Violet lead toterminal "V1"

Green lead to adjacent ground terminal ↓

Brown lead toterminal "V2"

Yellow lead to UNREG 6mAterminal #8

1400-104

Figure 4-5. Wire connections for 1400-104 Air Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor.

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1400-105 Wind Speed/Wind Direction Sensor

NOTE: It is important to note that the 1400-105 Wind Speed/Wind Direction Sensor requires severalseconds to warm up before making measurements. Make sure the Power Delay option underSETUP/LOGGING in the LI-1400 Datalogger is set to 5 (sec).

1. Remove the 4 screws on the corners of the 1400-105 junction box and remove the cover.2. There is a 6-conductor cable (9' long) in the installation kit that is used to connect the anemometer to the

1400-301 terminal block.3. Connect the brown wire (output reference) to ground (↓ ) terminal #7.4. Connect the red wire (wind speed voltage output) to voltage signal channel V3.5. Connect the green wire (wind direction voltage output) to voltage signal channel V4.6. Connect the black wire (power reference) to ground (↓ ) terminal #7.7. Connect the white wire (+8 to +24VDC power) to UNREG 6mA terminal #6.8. Connect the silver shield wire (earth ground) to any ground (↓ ) terminal.9. There is a short length of grounding wire (designated as "jumper" in diagram below) in the assembly kit.

Attach one end of this wire to any ground terminal, and attach the other end to the grounding strip in theinstrument enclosure.

10. Replace the junction box cover on the 1400-105.11. Refer to the R.M. Young Wind Sentry instructions for information on wind vane alignment.

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SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

1400-105

Junction box

GroundingStrip

SilverWhiteBlackGreenRedBrown

Green (V4)Red V3)Brown (Gnd)

Black (Gnd)

Whi

te (

Unr

eg)

Jum

per

EA

RT

HG

ND

+P

WR

RE

F

WD

WS

RE

F

Figure 4-6. Wire connections for 1400-105 Wind Speed/Wind Direction Anemometer.

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1400-106 Tipping Bucket Rain GaugeThe 1400-106 has a 50 foot cable for connection to the LI-1400. This cable is terminated with two wires thatare used to connect the 1400-106 to the terminal block. Connect the two wires to the terminal block at terminals1 and 2 labeled 'TB'. Because the 1400-106 acts as a simple switch, it does not matter which wire is attached toeither terminal.

SENSOR INPUTS

P1

P3

V3V4

P2R1 R2

LK1 MODEL 1400-301

I4I5 V2 V1 5VDC3mA

5VDC3mA

UNREG6mA

UNREG6mA

VIN8-16VDC

TB

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

V

1LK2

V

1

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Both leads toterminals "TB"

1400-106

Figure 4-7. Attach either lead to TB terminals.

Site RequirementsThe placement of the Tipping Bucket is important, in that it affects the quality of the precipitation catch.

The precipitation catch is more accurate when there are objects in the vicinity of the rain gauge that reduce theprevailing wind speed. The best site for the gauge is often found in openings in groves of trees, or nearorchards, bushes, shrubbery, fences or other objects that act as a windbreak.

In areas where the height of the obstructions and their distance from the gauge is uniform, the best placement isusually at a distance that is less than twice the height of the obstruction. Most sites also change over time. Thegrowth of vegetation, trees and shrubbery, or man-made alterations of the surroundings can slowly change thequality of the precipitation catch.

ServicingThe Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge should be serviced annually. In heavily forested areas or where airborne debrisis a consideration, it may need to be serviced more frequently.

The bucket assembly and drains should be checked periodically to make sure they are clean and free ofobstructions. The tipping bucket and inner funnel should be carefully wiped clean.

Switch ClosureThe standard switch closure is a momentary SPST which occurs for every 1 mm of rainfall. To check, connectan ohmmeter to the rain gauge at the terminal block. With the bucket at rest on one of the calibration screws,the ohmmeter should read infinite resistance. Slowly move the bucket to simulate tipping motion, until contactclosure is made. The resistance of the contacts should be less than 1 ohm. The ohmmeter should again readinfinite resistance when the bucket rests on the other calibration screw.

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Check that the gauge is still level when maintenance is complete.

To maintain accuracy of the rainfall catch, the rim of the funnel should be protected from dents or other damagethat might alter its shape.

TroubleshootingCheck the cable connections to make sure they are properly connected. Check to see that the bucket movesfreely on the pivots, that the magnet is securely in place, and the switch is working properly.

If the LI-1400 registers low or does not register anything during precipitation, check for debris in the inletfunnel and/or drains. If the LI-1400 registers high during precipitation, check the level of the orifice to ensurethe sensor is properly installed and leveled. Recheck calibration.

Install the Ground WireLocate the ground wire; one end of the wire has a loop that attaches to the nut on the anchor attachment screw(see Figure 3-2). The other end is threaded up through the bottom of the sealed enclosure and is attached to thegrounding strip. Remove the screw on the anchor attachment and place the ground wire loop between the screwhead and the nut. Re-insert and tighten the screw against the anchor. Thread the nut against the screw head toclamp the ground wire.

Finishing the InstallationTo finish the installation, you may want to tidy up some of the sensor cables by running them between the clipson the underside of the sensor mounting bar, and then securing them to the tripod with the cable ties included.There is also a length of cable wrap that can be placed around the sensor wires, if desired. Make a loop of thewires that run into the sealed instrument enclosure and wrap with a cable tie; the loop prevents water fromrunning down the wires and into the enclosure.

Fasten the sensor wires to the slots at the top of the terminal block with a cable tie to provide strain relief.

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Configuring the LI-1400 5-1

IMPORTANT! Please read the following section before proceeding with the LI-1400 configuration.

Complete information on operation and configuration of the LI-1400 Datalogger can be found in the LI-1400instruction manual. The information below highlights the important steps needed to set up the LI-1400 tocollect data from the LI-1401 Agro-Meteorological Station.

There are two ways to configure the LI-1400; the simplest way is to use the LI-1400 keypad and display. Forsimple configuration changes of one or two parameters, or when making changes in the field, the menu systemin the LI-1400 is often the simplest way to make changes. For more complex configuration changes, however,it is usually easier to use the 1400-501 Windows® interface software program. This software provides a globalview of the LI-1400 configuration. All parameters can be configured in software; the configuration file can thenbe uploaded to the datalogger. Once the configuration file is uploaded, further changes to the configuration canbe made from the datalogger keypad, if desired. Instructions for uploading setup files is given below; additionalinformation can be found in Section 9, Data Communications, of the LI-1400 instruction manual.

Note that when a new configuration file is loaded into the LI-1400, the old configuration is lost (it is actuallymade inactive). If you have a configuration file that you want to save, you must first download this file to yourcomputer using the 1400-501 interface software, prior to uploading the new configuration file.

It is also a good idea to clear the LI-1400 memory before installing the LI-1400 in the weather station. This willerase all inactive configuration files as well as any old data to give you the maximum amount of free memory.Note that this is important only when the LI-1400 is not in overwrite mode (see Memory Overwrite below).

Entering the LI-200SA Pyranometer Sensor MultiplierA configuration file named LI1401.L14 is included with the 1400-501 software to help you set up your LI-1401Agro-Meteorological Station. When uploaded, this file will properly configure all channels to log dailyaverages for all sensors, except for the tipping bucket rain gauge, which logs daily totals of precipitation. Allsensors except for the LI-200SA Pyranometer have generic calibration coefficients. LI-COR pyranometers haveunique calibration coefficients (a multiplier) that must be entered into the LI-1400 Datalogger. The multipliercan be found on the tag attached to the sensor, or on the calibration certificate that accompanies the sensor. SeeSection 4 of the LI-1400 instruction manual for more details.

If you choose to upload the LI1401.L14 without first making changes, you must enter the correct multiplierusing the LI-1400 keypad. Alternatively, you could modify the LI1401.L14 setup file to include thepyranometer multiplier (and any other desired changes), and then upload the file to the LI-1400.

Memory OverwriteThe LI-1400 Datalogger has two modes for using memory; with "Memory Overwrite" turned On, the oldestdata will be overwritten with new data when memory becomes full. When "Memory Overwrite" is turned Off,

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the LI-1400 will stop logging when memory is full. See page 10-27 of the LI-1400 instruction manual for moredetails. The LI1401.L14 setup file has "Memory Overwrite" turned on initially; you can change this if desired.

CablingThe 1400-550 RS-232 Serial Cable is a DTE to DTE cable with 9-pin connectors on both ends to plug into the9-pin connector on the bottom of the LI-1400. This cable should be used to interface with other DTE devicessuch as computers, serial printers, and terminals with 9-pin serial ports. If you want to interface to a device witha 25-pin serial port, then a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter must be used.

Uploading the Setup File to the LI-1400The LI-1400 stores configuration parameters in a setup file that can be downloaded and later uploaded to theLI-1400 if your terminal program has XMODEM capabilities. This can be convenient for archiving setup filesor when different setups are required for different applications, as with the LI-1401. Although the setup filesare easily transferred with the 1400-501 PC Communications Software, they can also be uploaded anddownloaded with any terminal program. The following discussion demonstrates how you can upload theLI-1401 setup file (included on the 1400-501 software disks) to the LI-1400 to begin logging data from theweather station. This discussion assumes that you have already installed the 1400-501 software on your PC, asdescribed in the LI-1400 Instruction Manual.

NOTE: The LI-1401 setup file is a recommended set of data collection parameters; it can be modified tosuit your individual requirements if desired using the 1400-501 PC Communications Software.

To upload the LI-1401 setup file:

1. Start the 1400-501 program on your PC. The main window appears.

2. Click on the Remote menu and select Connect. This establishes communications between the computerand the LI-1400. You are prompted to select the serial port to which the LI-1400 is connected.

Connect

Com port number

Connect Cancel

1

Enter the serial port number and press Connect. A message that says 'Synchronizing' will be displayeduntil communications are established.

3. Click on the File menu and select Open. The Open dialog appears.

Use the 'Look In' drop down menu to change directories. The LI1401.L14 file is located in the samedirectory as the 1400-501 program file. Locate the LI1401.L14 setup file, highlight it, and click on theOpen button.

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Open

Look in:

File name:

LI1400 Setup Files (*.L14)

Li1401.L14

?

Files of type:

Open

Cancel

Li1400

Li1401.L14

4. Select Send Setup from the Remote menu. This will send the LI1401.L14 file to the LI-1400 forimplementation. The Main window will appear as:

LI1400 - C:\Programs\LI1400\Li1401.L14

File Remote HelpChannel Setup

Sensor Type Light

Description SOLAR

Channel Label WM

Muliplier 1

Average

LR1

Logging Options

1 sec

Choose...

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The following parameters for the LI-1401 sensors will be logged:

Variable Units Measurementinterval (hr)

Hourlyvalues

Dailyvalues

Solar radiation W m-2 1 average __

Air temperature °C 1 average __

Relative humidity % 1 average __

Vapor pressure1 kPa off average __

Wind speed m/s 1 average __

Wind direction degrees 1 average __

Precipitation mm daily (24 hr) __ total

Soil temperature °C 1 average __

Dewpoint2 °C off average __

1 Computed from air temperature on Math channel 1.2 Computed from saturation vapor pressure and relative humidity on Math channel 2. Tdp is the inverse of

ESat.

5. Turn logging On, either with the LI-1400 keypad, or by selecting Logging State from the Remote menu,and choosing the On option. Logging will begin using the parameters shown above.

6. If desired, turn Math channels 1 and 2 On with the LI-1400 keypad to log vapor pressure and/or dewpointtemperatures (optional).

7. Make sure that the 1400-105 Wind Speed/Wind Direction Sensor (voltage channels V3 and V4) areconfigured with a power delay of 5 seconds under the SETUP/LOGGING option.

8. Make sure that the correct multiplier for the LI-200SA Pyranometer sensor is entered into the LI-1400.

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Specifications A-1

LI-1400 DataloggerCurrent Inputs: Five channels; three through external sealed BNC connectors, and two through the 1400-301Standard Terminal Block.Voltage Inputs: Four high impedance (>500M ohm) single-ended channels accessed through the 1400-301Terminal Block. Current channels I4 and I5 can be configured for voltage measurement by changing a jumperon the terminal block. When configured for voltage measurement, channels I4 and I5 have 100K ohm inputimpedance.Pulse Counting Input: One pulse counting channel. Switch closure for tipping bucket rain gauge (1 Hzmaximum).Math Channels: 9 math channels. Math channels combine results of two channels with addition, subtraction,multiplication and division operators. Other math channel functions include fifth order polynomial, Steinhart-Hart function for thermistors, natural log, saturation vapor pressure, and dew point. Five math libraries areavailable to store commonly used functions.Analog-to-Digital ConverterResolution: 16 bit (1 part in 65,536).Scanning Speed: 10 channels per second.Voltage Accuracy: < 0.1% of full scale reading (25 °C). ± 0.15% (0 to 55 °C).Current Accuracy: ± 0.3% of full scale reading (25 °C). ± 0.5% (0 to 55 °C).Temperature Coefficient: ± 0.01% of reading per °C.Linearity: 0.07%.Frequency Rejection: >90 dB at 50 or 60 Hz (software selectable).Input Noise (25 °C)

Typical MaximumVoltage ± 76 µV ± 152 µVCurrent ± 7.6 picoamps ± 30.4 picoampsVoltage Range (Channels V1-V4):Voltage Range Resolution:± 2.5 volts 76 microvoltsVoltage Range (Channels V5-V6):Voltage Range Resolution:± 25.0 volts 760 microvoltsCurrent Range Selection: Autoranging.Current Ranges Resolution1 ± 250 nanoamps 7.6 picoamps2 ± 2.5 microamps 76 picoamps3 ± 25 microamps 760 picoamps4 ± 250 microamps 7.6 nanoampsCurrent Channel Input Impedance: Typically < 0.03 ohm for ranges 1, 2, or 3; < 0.3 ohm for range 4.Voltage Channel Input Impedance: >500M ohm on voltage channels V1 through V4.D.C. Voltage Excitation: Two regulated: + 5.0 V (±.2%) at 3 mA; Two unregulated: 9.5V ±10% or higher at6mA. With external 14V input, unregulated output is ≈13.4V.Logging Periods: Seconds: 1, 5, 15, 30. Minutes: 1, 5, 15, 30. Hours: 1, 3, 6, 12, 24.Sampling Interval: Seconds: 1, 5, 15, 30. Minutes: 1, 5, 15, 30, 60.

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A-2 Specifications

Short Term Averaging: Selectable at 1, 5, 15, or 30 seconds. While averaging, the oldest point is droppedwhen the newest point is added. Averaged readings reduce instrument noise by approximately the square rootof the number of samples.Keyboard: Sealed, 24 key tactile response keypad.Display: Two line, 16 character alphanumeric LCD. Updated once per second. Temperature compensatedreadability from -15 to 55 °C.Real Time Clock: Year, month, day, hour, minute, seconds. Accuracy: ± 3 minutes per month (25 °C).Internal Memory: 96K bytes available for data storage.Communications: RS-232C, hardwired Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) through 9-pin port. Baud rates aresoftware selectable at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, and 9600. Communication is bi-directional.Battery Requirements: Four Alkaline "AA" batteries in sealed battery compartment.Back-up Battery: Internal lithium battery maintains memory up to seven years.Battery Voltage: Automatic low battery instrument shut-off. Remaining power after shut-off maintains datastored in memory. Low battery warning displayed before automatic shut-off. Power management software alsoshuts off the instrument after 15 minutes of inactivity.Battery Capacity with "AA" Batteries: 60 hours continuous operation.Battery Capacity with 1400-402 External Alkaline "D" Cell Battery Pack: Up to 6 months of operationwith 1 minute sampling interval.External DC Power: 7 - 16 VDC.External AC Power: 108-126 VAC, 44-66 Hz with 1400-401 AC Adapter.Enclosure: ABS plastic case for splash resistant operation and protection from wind blown dust. Equivalent toIP54 level.Operating Conditions: -25 to 55 °C; 0 to 95% RH, non-condensing.Storage Conditions: -30 to 60 °C; 0 to 95% RH, non-condensing.Size: 22L x 13W x 4.3 cm D (8.6 x 5.1 x 1.7”). 9.3 cm (3.7") width of the lower case allows easy hand-heldoperation.Weight: 0.7 kg (1.5 lb).

LI-200SA PyranometerType: High stability silicon photovoltaic detectorRange: 0-1500 watts m-2

Output: Typically 90 µA (1000 w)-1 m-2

Error: Typically ±5%

1400-103 Soil Temperature SensorType: ThermistorRange: -40 to +50 °CAccuracy: ±0.5 °COutput: Temperature proportional to microamp current using 5th order polynomial

1400-104 Air Temperature/RH SensorAir Temperature

Type: Platinum RTDAccuracy: ±0.8 °COutput: 0-1V = -40 to +60 °C

Relative HumidityType: CapacitanceAccuracy: ±3% (10-90% RH)Output: 0-1V = 0 to 100% RH

1400-105 Wind Direction/Speed SensorsWind Direction

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Specifications A-3

Type: VaneRange: 0 to 360 degreesAccuracy: ±5 degreesThreshold: 2.9 mphOutput: 0-1V = 0 to 360 degrees

Wind SpeedType: 3 cupRange: 0 to 112 mphAccuracy: ± 1.1 mphThreshold: 2.5 mphOutput: 0-1V = 0 to 100 mph

1400-106 Tipping Bucket RaingaugeType: Tipping bucketOutput: 1 pulse mm-1

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Suppliers B-1

The company names, addresses, and phone numbers are the most current we have at the time of this printing. Insome cases the information may change without notice.

Bearings for 1400-105 Anemometer (Wind Sentry)R.M. Young Company2801 Aero Park DriveTraverse City, MI 49686616-946-3980FAX: 616-946-4772www.traverse.com/commerce/rmyoung/RmyHome.htm

RH Sensing Element for 1400-104 RH/Air Temperature Sensor (Humitter)Vaisala, Inc. (U.S. office)100 Commerce WayWoburn, MA 01801-1068781-933-4500FAX: 781-933-8029www.vaisala.com

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1. The defects are called to the attention of LI-COR, inc. in Lincoln, Nebraska, in writing within one year afterthe shipping date of the instrument.

2. The instrument has not been maintained, repaired, or altered by anyone not approved by LI-COR, inc.3. The instrument was used in the normal, proper, and ordinary manner and has not been abused, altered,

misused, neglected, involved in and accident or damaged by act of God or other casualty.4. The purchaser, whether it is a DISTRIBUTOR or direct customer of LI-COR or a DISTRIBUTOR'S

customer, packs and ships or delivers the instrument to LI-COR, inc. at LI-COR inc.'s factory in Lincoln,Nebraska, U.S.A. within 30 days after LI-COR, inc. has received written notice of the defect. Unless otherarrangements have been made in writing, transportation to LI-COR, inc. (by air unless otherwise authorizedby LI-COR, inc.) is at customer expense.

5. No-charge repair parts may be sent at LI-COR, inc.'s sole discretion to the purchaser for installation bypurchaser.

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The laws of some locations may not allow the exclusion or limitation on implied warranties or on incidental orconsequential damages, so the limitations herein may not apply directly. This warranty gives you specific legalrights, and you may already have other rights which vary from state to state. All warranties that apply, whetherincluded by this contract or by law, are limited to the time period of this warranty which is a twelve-monthperiod commencing from the date the instrument is shipped to a user who is a customer or eighteen monthsfrom the date of shipment to LI-COR, inc.'s authorized distributor, whichever is earlier.

This warranty supersedes all warranties for products purchased prior to June 1, 1984, unless this warranty islater superseded.

DISTRIBUTOR or the DISTRIBUTOR'S customers may ship the instruments directly to LI-COR if they areunable to repair the instrument themselves even though the DISTRIBUTOR has been approved for making suchrepairs and has agreed with the customer to make such repairs as covered by this limited warranty.

Further information concerning this warranty may be obtained by writing or telephoning Warranty manager atLI-COR, inc.

IMPORTANT: Please return the User Registration Card enclosed with your shipment so that we have anaccurate record of your address. Thank you.

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