TB4 Series 2

User Manual
Table of Contents

I Disclaimer 3
II Scope of Delivery 4
III Safety Instructions 5

Part I Introduction 6
Part II Installation 7
2.1 Unpacking your TB4 Rain Gauge ................................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Site Selection and Setup ................................................................................................................................ 7

Part III Configuration 11

3.1 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Field Calibration Device .............................................................................................................................. 11
Part IV Operation 12
4.1 Test Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Part V Maintenance 13
Part VI Repair 15
6.1 TB4 Part List .................................................................................................................................................. 15
Part VII Technical Data 22
Part VIII Obligations of the Operator and Disposal 23
8.1 Obligations of the Operator ....................................................................................................................... 23
8.2 Dismantling / Disposal ................................................................................................................................ 23

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I Disclaimer

The information provided in this manual was deemed Copyright Notice: No parts of this work may be
accurate as of the publication date. However, updates reproduced in any form or by any means without the
to this information may have occurred. written permission of the publisher. HyQuest
Solutions waives copyright for users to print out
This manual does not include all of the details of parts of the documentation in hard copy for their
design, production, or variation of the equipment own use only.
nor does it cover every possible situation which may
arise during installation, operation or maintenance. Trademark Notice: HyQuest Solutions (HS) and
HyQuest Solutions shall not be liable for any KISTERS products and services referred to in this
incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages document are trademarks or registered trademarks
whatsoever arising out of or related to this of HyQuest Solutions or KISTERS AG. Other product
documentation and the information contained in it, names used may or may not be the trademarks of
even if HyQuest Solutions has been advised of the their respective owners.
possibility of such damages.
© 2020 HyQuest Solutions, a KISTERS Group
Any errors found in any HyQuest Solutions product Company. Any rights not expressly granted herein
should be reported to HyQuest Solutions where are reserved.
every effort will be made to quickly resolve the
problem.

This document is public.

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II Scope of Delivery

§ TB4/Series II/T Rain gauge

§ TB311/5 5 metre connecting lead

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III Safety Instructions

§ Read the user manual including all operating instructions prior to installing, connecting and powering up the HyQuest
Solutions TB4_Series2. The manual provides information on how to operate the product. The manual is intended to be
used by qualified personnel, i.e. personnel that have been adequately trained, are sufficiently familiar with
installation, mounting, wiring, powering up and operation of the product.
§ Keep the user manual on hand for later reference!
§ If you encounter problems understanding the information in the manual (or part thereof), please consult the
manufacturer or its appointed reseller for further support.
§ HyQuest Solutions TB4_Series2 is intended to be used in hydrometeorological or environmental monitoring
applications.
§ Before starting to work, you have to check the functioning and integrity of the system.
§ Check for visible defects on the TB4_Series2, this may or may not include any or all of the following mounting
facilities, connectors and connections, mechanical parts, internal or external communication devices, power
supplies or power supply lines, etc.
§ If defects are found that jeopardize the operational safety, work must be stopped. This is true for defects found
before starting to work as well as for defects found while working.
§ Do not use the HyQuest Solutions TB4_Series2 in areas where there is a danger of explosion.
§ The present user manual specifies environmental/climatic operating conditions as well as mechanical and electrical
conditions. Installation, wiring, powering up and operating the HyQuest Solutions TB4_Series2 must strictly comply
with these specifications.
§ Perform maintenance only when tools or machinery are not in operation.
§ If guards are removed to perform maintenance, replace them immediately after servicing.
§ Never make any electrical or mechanical diagnostics, inspections or repairs under any circumstances. Return the
sensor to the manufacturer’s named repair centre. You can find information on how to return items for repair in the
relevant section of the HyQuest Solutions web site.

§ Disposal instructions: After taking the HyQuest Solutions TB4_Series2 out of service, it must be disposed of in
compliance with local waste and environmental regulations. The HyQuest Solutions TB4_Series2 is never to be
disposed in household waste!

§ Inputs and outputs of the device are protected against electric discharges and surges (so-called ESD). Do not
touch any part of the electronic components! If you need to touch any part, please discharge yourself, i.e. by touching
grounded metal parts.

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 Introduction

1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the device.

HyQuest Solutions manufactures, sells, installs and operates quality instrumentation, data loggers and communication
technology. Products are designed with passion for environmental monitoring and with a deep understanding of the
quality, accuracy and robustness needed to fulfil the requirements of measurement practitioners in the field.

The present User Manual will help you understand, install and deploy the device. If, however, you feel that a particular
information is missing, incomplete or confusing, please do not hesitate to contact us for further support!

HyQuest Solutions’ TB4 Series II is a high-quality tipping bucket rain gauge for measuring rainfall in urban and rural
locations. Due to the integrated syphon, the gauge delivers high levels of accuracy across a broad range of rainfall
intensities.

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2 Installation
This chapter contains the following subsections:
§ Unpacking your TB4 Rain Gauge 7
§ Site Selection and Setup 7

2.1 Unpacking your TB4 Rain Gauge

This package should contain:
§ TB4/Series II/T Rain gauge
§ TB311/5 5 metre connecting lead
Please verify you have received these items and that the Tipping Bucket Rain gauge resolution is as ordered.

To prepare the Tipping Bucket Rain gauge for installation:

§ lift the unit from the carton and place on secure surface
§ remove polythene bag
§ loosen the three enclosure securing screws and back them off until screw head is clear of the enclosure.
§ lift the enclosure from the gauge
§ carefully remove the elastic band/support pad from the bucket.
Your Tipping Bucket Rain gauge is now ready for installation.

2.2 Site Selection and Setup

Site Selection

Rainfall measurements are intended to be representative of the actual rain falling on a given area. Some of the more
important factors which influence the representativeness of a gauge are as follows:
§ Site the gauge on level ground where possible. Avoid sloping sites.
§ Site should have adequate protection from strong winds.
§ Site should be free of large obstructions such as buildings and trees.
§ Provide suitable ground surface to avoid splashing into the gauge.

Setting up

§ Install the gauge on the foundation. A suggested foundation is shows in Diagram 1.

§ Loosen the three enclosure securing screws and the enclosure.

§ The gauge is provided with a bull’s eye level. Adjust the nuts on mounting bolts until gauge is level.

§ Connect lead to the Rain Gauge terminals, refer to Diagram 7, and to the recording device, in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.

Floor Mount:

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Pole Mount:

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Roof Mount:

The Rain Gauge can also be mounted on a pitched roof with maximum angle of 15 degrees.

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 Configuration

3 Configuration
This chapter contains the following subsections:

§ Calibration 11

§ Field Calibration Device 11

3.1 Calibration
All gauges have been calibrated by HyQuest Solutions Pty Ltd, prior to despatch.

The following products and services are available from HyQuest Solutions Pty Ltd:
§ Field Calibration Device, Model FCD, for routine field check calibrations, supplied with operating instruction sheet
refers to FIELD CALIBRATION DEVICE 11
§ Laboratory Calibration Unit, Model TB340A, for calibration after servicing in workshops, supplied with operating
manual.
§ Recalibration Service at HyQuest Solutions’ factory.
Please contact either HyQuest Solutions Pty Ltd or our local distributor for further information.

3.2 Field Calibration Device

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 Operation

4 Operation
This chapter contains the following subsections:
§ Test Operation 12
§ Electrical 12

4.1 Test Operation

§ Manually tip the bucket a number of times, ensuring that each tip is being recorded and that the tilting mechanism is
operating freely.
§ Replace and secure the enclosure.

4.2 Electrical
Dual reed switches are provided for several reasons:
§ Two isolated switches permit the control of two separate circuits; e.g. a local counter and a telemetry circuit.
§ Parallel connection of both switches increases the current carrying capacity of the contact system if required.
§ Parallel switch operation confers a degree of redundancy in locations where data from the Rain gauge is critical to
flood warning etc.

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5 Maintenance
The only routine maintenance required is cleaning. The following items should be checked regularly for cleanliness:
§ Catch filter
§ Syphon (refer diagram 5)
§ Interior of bucket
§ Top surface of adjusting screws
§ Enclosure locking screws - lightly lubricate after cleaning
§ All insect screens
Dismantle Details
a. Unscrew nut
b. Lightly press stem down on surface until stem pops out of syphon body.
c. Remove stem from syphon body.
d. Unscrew cap
e. Clean all items

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Assembly Details
a. Screw cap on stem. Finger tight only.
b. Push stem into syphon body.
c. Replace nut and tighten. Do not over tighten.

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 Repair

6 Repair
HyQuest Solutions precision instruments and data loggers are produced in quality-controlled processes. All HyQuest
Solutions production and assembly sites in Australia, New Zealand and Europe are ISO 90001 certified. All equipment is
factory tested and/or factory calibrated before it is shipped to the client. This ensures that HyQuest Solutions products
perform to their fullest capacity when delivered.

Despite HyQuest Solutions most rigorous quality assurance (QA), malfunction may occur within or outside of the warranty
period. In rare cases, a product may not be delivered in accordance with your order.

In such cases HyQuest Solutions’ return and repair policy applies. For you as a customer, this means the following:

1. Contact HyQuest Solutions using the Repair Request Form made available online:
https://www.hyquestsolutions.eu/fileadmin/Form/Telemetry_Solution_app.jpg.pdf
In response you will receive a reference number that must be referenced on all further correspondence and on the
freight documents accompanying your return shipment.
2. Please provide as much information and/or clear instructions within the return paperwork. This will assist our test
engineers with their diagnosis.

3. Please do not ship the goods prior to obtaining the reference number. HyQuest Solutions will not reject any
equipment that arrives without reference number; however, it may take us longer to process.

Custom requirements for items sent to HyQuest Solutions for warranty or non-warranty repairs: Check with your
national customs/tax authorities for details, processes and paperwork regarding tax exempt return of products. Typically,
special custom tariff codes are available (such as HS Code = 9802.00) that verify the item is being returned for repair and
has no commercial value. Please note that the customs invoice / dispatch documents should also clearly state: “Goods
being returned to manufacturer for repair – No Commercial value”. It is mandatory to have any returned goods
accompanied by a commercial invoice on headed paper. HyQuest Solutions reserves the right to charge the customer for
time spent rectifying incorrect customs documents.

Note: Please ensure that your goods are packed carefully and securely. Damage that occurs during transit is not covered
by our warranty and may be chargeable.

6.1 TB4 Part List

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Rain gauge Rain gauge Description

Part No.

TB4/0.1/Series II/T Tipping Bucket Rain gauge, bucket capacity 0.1mm, bucket
type Teflon Impregnated injection moulded non
hydroscopic plastic ASA UV stabilised

TB4/0.2/Series II/T Tipping Bucket Rain gauge, bucket capacity 0.2mm, bucket
type Teflon Impregnated injection moulded non
hydroscopic plastic ASA UV stabilised

TB4/0.01/ Series II/T Tipping Bucket Rain gauge, bucket capacity 0.01inch,
bucket type Teflon Impregnated injection moulded non
hydroscopic plastic ASA UV stabilised

TB4/0.5/ Series II/T Tipping Bucket Rain gauge, bucket capacity 0.5mm, bucket
type teflon impregnated ASA plastic UV stabilised

Tipping Bucket Rain gauge, bucket capacity 1.0mm, bucket

TB4/1.0/M/ Series II type synthetic ceramic coated brass

REFERENCE PART_ID DESCRIPTION QTY_PER

1 TB701-01 BASE-INJECTION MOULDED 1

2 TB701-03 BRASS INSERT 2

3 SC008-29 M5x0.8 SS304 HEX NUT 3

SOC HD CAPSCREW
4 SC045-21 3
M5x0.8x12 SS304

5 TB301-05 PIVOT SCREW 2

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REFERENCE PART_ID DESCRIPTION QTY_PER

6 TB301-06 PIVOT SCREW LOCK NUT 2

MINIATURE P CLIP #20-PTC

7 SC006-12 1
6.4B

6GA x 1/4 SELF TAPPING

8 SC022-114 SCREW 304 PAN HD 1
PHILLIPS STAINLESS STEEL

MODEL TB3 RAIN GAUGE

9 TB307 24V REED SWITCH 0.5
ASSEMBLY

10 SC023-09 BULL’S EYE LEVEL 1

11 SC100-09 SERIAL PLATE 1

12 SC100-06 CALIBRATED LABEL 1

SPFM10 10MM FINNED

13 SC040-58 1
SNAP IN PLUG BLACK

ADJUSTING SCREW
14 TB312 2
ASSEMBLY

6GA x 1/2 SELF TAPPING

15 SC022-116 SCREW 304 PAN HD 2
PHILLIPS STAINLESS STEEL

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 Repair

TB4 Series II Bucket Part List

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Syphon Part List

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Filter Part List

Enclosure Part List

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Part no. Description Quantity

TB337-01 Funnel 1

TB337-02 Enclosure 1

TB418-06 Vent 1

SC022-72 Screw 3

TB337 breakdown assembly

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 Technical Data

7 Technical Data

Resolution 0.1 mm 0.2 mm, 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.0 mm

0.01 inch

Catch Diameter 282.84 mm 200 mm

Bucket Teflon-impregnated ASA plastic UV-stabilized or synthetic Synthetic ceramic-coated

ceramic-coated brass brass

Pivot/Bucket Mechanism Machined, robust stainless steel axle resting on corrosion-free sapphire pivots

Enclosure and Base Anodized, powder-coated aluminium

Accuracy 0 - 250 mm per hour: ±2 %

250 - 500 mm per hour: ±3 %

Range 0 - 700 mm/h (maximum intensity: 700 mm/h)

Operating Temperature 4 to 70 °C

Operating Humidity 0 to 100 %

Dimensions and Mass Ø 282.84 mm × H 410 mm Ø 200 mm × H 330 mm

2.7 kg 2.2 kg

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8 Obligations of the Operator and Disposal

This chapter contains the following subsections:
§ Obligations of the Operator 23
§ Dismantling / Disposal 23

8.1 Obligations of the Operator

European Union

In the Single European Market it is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the following legal regulations are
observed and complied with: national implementation of the framework directive (89/391/EEC) and the associated
individual directives, in particular 2009/104/EC, on minimum safety and health requirements for the use of work
equipment by employees at work.

Worldwide

Regulations: If and where required, operating licences must be obtained by the operator. In addition, national or regional
environmental protection requirements must be complied with, regardless of local legal provisions regarding the
following topics:
§ Occupational safety
§ Product disposal
Connections: Local regulations for electrical installation and connections must be observed.

8.2 Dismantling / Disposal

When disposing of the units and their accessories, the applicable local regulations regarding environment, disposal and
occupational safety must be observed.

Before dismantling
§ Electrical Devices:
§ Switch off the units.
§ Disconnect electrical appliances from the power supply, regardless of whether the appliances are connected to the
mains or to another power source.
§ Mechanical devices:
§ Fix all loose components. Prevent the device from moving independently or unintentionally.
§ Loosen mechanical fastenings: Please note that appliances can be heavy and that loosening the fastenings may cause
them to become mechanically unstable.

Disposal

Operators of old appliances must recycle them separately from unsorted municipal waste. This applies in particular to
electrical waste and old electronic equipment.

Electrical waste and electronic equipment must not be disposed of as household waste!

Instead, these old appliances must be collected separately and disposed of via the local collection and return systems.

Integrated or provided batteries and accumulators must be separated from the appliances and disposed of at the
designated collection point.

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EU WEEE Directive

As players in the environmental market, KISTERS AG and HyQuest Solutions are committed to supporting efforts to avoid
and recycle waste. Please consider:

Avoidance before recycling!

Recycling before disposal!

This symbol indicates that the scrapping of the unit must be carried out in accordance with Directive 2012/19/EU.
Please observe the local implementation of the directive and any accompanying or supplementary laws and regulations.

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Contact Data

Europe | HyQuest Solutions (KISTERS AG) | +49 2408 9385 0

| [email protected]

Australia | HyQuest Solutions Pty Ltd | +612 9601 2022

| [email protected]

New Zealand | HyQuest Solutions NZ Ltd | +64 7 857 0810

| [email protected]

Latin America | HyQuest Solutions (KISTERS LATAM) | +57 350 575 4079
| [email protected]

North America | Hydrological Services America LLC | +1 561 459 4876

(KISTERS Group) | [email protected]

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