Before we moved over to Instromet for AWS readings we used a Davis VP that
needed to have its tipping bucket arrangement replaced. The problem was the
same...faulty reed switch. John Dann (Prodata) was able to supply a
replacement...I am afraid the whole bucket system needed replacing and
removing it from the ISS was quite tricky..prizing back the flanges and
hoping they didn't snap.

My advice...give John Dann a ring, I always found him to be very helpful and
quick in finding a solution.

Mike

"Alan Gardiner" wrote in message
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It appears that I need to replece the reed switch on my Davis VP1 station
rain sensor as it is was not operating for a time yesterday.

If anyone here has carried out this repair it would be much appreciated if
they could supply details of suitable replacement switch and any other
tips
in how to carry out the work.

Alan