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Anemometer Assembly Guide

Recommended glue: cyanoacrylate (Super Glue)

Video​

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7iEg7rZizg

Instructions​

Steps​

1. Preparation​

Inspect all printed parts and remove any imperfections that could prevent them from spinning freely. Check that the electronic board fits into its housing without obstruction.

2. Magnet Insertion​

The magnets are designed for a tight press-fit.

Insert the 4×6 mm magnet into its designated slot on part #2-Vane. Orient the magnet so that the red mark faces the triangular indicator.

Insert the 3×5 mm magnet into its designated slot on part #6-cups-axle.

After insertion, apply only a small amount of glue over the magnets and allow it to fully cure before proceeding to the next step, to prevent leakage.

3. Rotor Bearing Installation​

Apply a small amount of glue on part #6-cups-axle, where the outer bearing ring sits. Be careful to avoid any contact with the rolling elements to ensure proper bearing function, and wait for the glue to cure before proceeding to the next step.

Insert a bearing into part #6-cups-axle.

4. Rotor Installation​

Insert part #6-cups-axle onto the shaft of part #7-pcb-housing and push it down. No glue is required; the bearing will be held down by the vane support.

5. Vane Support Assembly​

Slide part #4-vane-support-low onto the shaft. Apply glue, then insert part #3-vane-support-up and press firmly until the glue has cured.

6. Vane Bearing Installation​

Install vane bearing on part #2-vane-axle. Apply a small amount of glue to the inner ring of the bearing. Allow the glue to fully cure before proceeding to the next step.

7. Vane Axle Installation​

Insert part #2-vane-axle into the assembly. Apply a small amount of glue where the outer ring makes contact.

8. Electronic board Installation​

Insert the electronic board and fasten it with the smallest screw.

9. Receptacle Installation​

  • Insert the anemometer head into its receptacle — top mast mount, side mast mount or Sunbank — and tighten the screw. Place a 36 mm seal at the junction to prevent water ingress.

10. Counterweight​

  • Apply glue and insert the counterweight into the vane.

11. Vane and rotor installation​

  • Place the cup rotor and secure it with a 36 mm silicone seal.
  • Place the wind vane and secure it with a 32mm silicone seal.