How to Change the Batteries in the Davis Vantage Vue Weather Station
Most weather stations use batteries for primary or backup power. The Davis Vantage Vue is no exception. Replace the batteries in your Davis Vantage Vue indoor console and outdoor sensor suite every 6-24 months, depending on how much you use your device. This will ensure your weather station operates efficiently with the minimum disruption to data collection.
Generally, your weather station will alert you if your station’s battery is running low. However, if at any time you start to notice strange or inconsistent readings, an excellent first troubleshooting step is to replace the batteries.
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How to Change the Batteries in the Davis Vantage Vue Weather Station
The indoor console of the Davis Vantage Vue can operate using battery power, mains power, or a combination of both (to protect against power outages). The outdoor sensor suite runs off a solar panel with battery backup.
Indoor Console
The console takes three C-cell batteries.
- (0:29) Flip the console over and unclip the rear battery cover.
- (0:35) Remove the spent batteries and dispose of these correctly.
- (0:44) Insert three new C-Cell batteries while ensuring the correct polarity.
- (1:02) Once inserted correctly, all the LCD elements will light up on the console.
- (1:15) Press and hold ‘DONE’ to enter straight into the main screen.
- (1:23) Once you are satisfied that the batteries are working correctly, reinstall the rear battery cover by clicking into place.
The battery replacement in your weather station console is now complete.
Outdoor Sensor Suite
The outdoor sensor suite takes a single lithium 3V CR123 battery.
- (1:39) Locate the battery compartment of the outdoor sensor suite on the base under the transmitter ID button. Unscrew and remove the cover to reveal the battery.
- (1:47) Remove the spent battery and dispose of it correctly.
- (1:59) Insert the new lithium 3V CR123 battery, observing the polarity.
- (2:05) Replace the battery cover and screw it into place.
- (2:13) To verify power, wait 30 seconds, then press and release the transmitter ID button. A green LED will illuminate.
The battery replacement in the weather station outdoor sensor suite is now complete.
Conclusion
Remember, regularly changing your weather station’s batteries will ensure you enjoy accurate, continuous weather data.If, after watching our video, you still lack confidence or have any other questions, feel free to contact us.
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