Solar Intensity Sensor

for the
Heathkit® Advanced Weather Computer ID-5001

Solar Cell

Ordering

Order Radio Shack part number 980-0878 (1.5V, 200mA Solar Module) from the Radio Shack Answers Catalog, or by calling 1-800-THE-SHACK. This part is not carried in the retail stores.

 

Installation

Attach the Positive (red) lead to WHT, Negative (black) lead to GND. Adjust R458 (Indoor Humidity Slope) so that the Indoor Humidity on the Heathkit console just reads "99" (i.e., just toggles between 98 and 99) in full sun at noon Standard Time.

 

Disclaimer

Thunderhead Technologies (TTech) assumes no liability for any damages that may occur when using this sensor. TTech assumes the user is experienced with soldering and wiring techniques. TTech cannot be liable for users incorrectly wiring or installing the sensor. In other words, use at your own risk.

 

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Last updated: February 23, 2004