ambient weather WS-2000 Smart Weather Station Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
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ambient weather WS-2000 Smart Weather Station
Ambient Weather WeatherMount Installation
The Ambient Weather WeatherMount is a flexible mounting alternative to a mounting pole or tripod. The mounting plate provides a fast and easy installation, and can be mounted on a pitched surface, flat roof or vertical surface, such as a gable. The WeatherMount is constructed from powder coated steel and includes a galvanized aluminum mast. This mounting system is strong, durable and stable. The slender design is simple, unobtrusive and aesthetically pleasing. The base can be adjusted to mount on any pitched roof. Works great with any weather station. The small base footprint 4-3/4″ W x 7″ H (mounting point foot print 3.75″ x 6″) allows four lag screws (included) to be easily mounted at the apex of your gable. The mount angles 11″ in the horizontal direction to allow clearance of eve or roof overhangs. Out of the box, the overall height is approx. 49”. Add one or more mast extensions (EZ-125-35M) to increase the height of the mounting assembly by 35″ per mast (reference the “May we also suggest” section below). The weather station pictured is not included.
Components
The WeatherMount assembly includes the following components:
Tools and Materials Needed
- Level or Plumb
- Drill
- Adjustable wrench
Important Installation Instructions
CAUTION: Improper installation of the WeatherMount to your roof top may
result in leaks. We recommend a licensed roofing specialist for evasive
installations.
CAUTION: Any metal object may attract a lightning strike, including your
weather station and tripod.
Never install your weather station in a thunderstorm.
We recommend properly grounding the tripod to avoid extensive damage to the
weather station and structure. Consult a licensed electrician or local
lightning detection expert prior to installing a ground wire.
WeatherMount Installation
Reference Figure 3. There are three typical mounting configurations (1)
pitched roof mount (2) flat roof mount (3) gable end mount (horizontal).
Step 1. Fasten the WeatherMount base to the building, home or structure (Figure 4). Use the enclosed lag screws to drill into the structure. If drilling into a non masonry structure, use the included tar pad kits (tar pad kits are not intended to be used when mounting using the optional accessory Ubolts).
Step 2: Rotate the base of the pole until it is vertically level. Use a
level to make certain the top of the mounting pole is level and tighten the
adjustable bracket.
Step 3: Mount the weather station to the mounting pole. If it is a
wireless weather station, it is recommended the solar transmitter(s) is facing
true south.
EZ-125-35M 35” Mast Extension (Optional)
Galvanized 1-1/4 inch (3.25 cm) O.D., 35 inch (89 cm) long steel post with one end crimped for insertion into another post of the same O.D. Made of 18 gauge 1008-10 steel tubing, galvanized using the Flo-Coat (zinc-chromate-polymer) process for excellent corrosion protection.
Figure 5
Mast Extension Installation
Figure 6
Figure 6. Insert the swaged end of the mast extension into the mounting tripod mast and tighten so the extension does not rotate. Repeat this step for additional mast extensions (a maximum two is recommended).
Liability Disclaimer
Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot. The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment. Reading the “User manual” is highly recommended. The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place. This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions. This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public safety information. The specifications of this product may change without prior notice. This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children. No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer. Ambient, LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
Warranty Information
Ambient, LLC provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only
on products purchased and only to the original purchaser of this product. To
receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact Ambient, LLC for problem
determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed
by a Ambient, LLC. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon
request as proof of purchase to Ambient, LLC. Your Ambient, LLC warranty
covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified
exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (lack
of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (3) damage resulting from failure to
follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual; (4) damage resulting
from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an
authorized Ambient, LLC authorized service center; (5) units used for other
than personal use (6) applications and uses that this product was not intended
(7) the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of
interference or metal obstructions and (8) extreme acts of nature, such as
lightning strikes or floods. This warranty covers only actual defects within
the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal
from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on
misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from
installation-related circumstances.
Ambient Weather
6845 W. Frye Road
Chandler, AZ 85226
TEL 480-346-3380
FAX 480-346-3381
www.AmbientWeather.com