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Instruction Manual

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CONTENTS

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2

Package Contents .................. 2

Product Registration ............... 2

Features & Benets: Sensor ..... 2

Features & Benets: Display .... 3

Features & Benets: Rain Gauge ...... 5

Setup .................................... 6

Sensor Setup ......................... 6

Rain Gauge Setup .................. 7

Display Setup ........................ 8

Intelli-Time

Clock .................. 9

Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 9

Rain Gauge Installation .........10

Placement Guidelines ............11

Programmable Rain Alarm .....12

Rainfall Tracking ...................12

Troubleshooting ....................14

Care & Maintenance ............. 15

Calibration ...........................15

Replace Intelli-Time

Battery ..17

Specications ........................18

FCC Information ...................18

Customer Support .................19

Warranty..............................19

Rain Gauge Station

model 01608 / 06042M

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this week

this year

last year

all time

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today’s rainfall

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TODAY

ALL-TIME

pressure

STORM!

YR.

heat

index

dew point

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Instruction Manual Rain Gauge Station model 01608 / 06042M outdoor TODAYALL-TIME heat dew index point today’s rainfall mm inches on + off 1 .5 set 0 all time records last year this yearthis week yesterday indoor TODAYALL-TIME pressure STORM! YR. CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions............ 2 Package Contents................... 2 Product Registration................ 2 Features & Benefits: Sensor...... 2 Features & Benefits: Display..... 3 Features & Benefits: Rain Gauge.......5 Setup.....
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Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference. Unpacking Instructions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove. Package Contents 1. Display with Tabletop Stand 2. Wireless Sensor 3. Rain Gauge 4.
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Features & Benefits 19 20 outdoor 1 18 17 TODAYALL-TIME 2 3 4 heat dew index point today’s rainfall mm inches on + 1 off .5 set all time records last year this yearthis week yesterday 5 6 7 8 0 indoor TODAYALL-TIME pressure YR. STORM! 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 DISPLAY FRONT 1. Current Outdoor Temperature 11. Intelli-Time® Clock 2. 3. Rain Gauge Low Battery Indicator Rain Gauge Signal Strength 12. Current Indoor Humidity 4.
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Features & Benefits 1 8 2 3 4 7 5 6 DISPLAY BACK 1. 2. Integrated Hang Hole 5. Battery Compartment Cover 6. A-B-C Switch For easy wall mounting. Button ID code that must match the wireless sensor and rain gauge’s A-B-C switches to ensure units synchronize. For setup preferences and viewing today’s HIGH temperature and humidity records. 7. 8. 3. SET Button For setup preferences. 4.
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Features & Benefits 1 2 3 SQUEEZE ABC 4 5 RAIN GAUGE 3. Battery Compartment & Electronics Box 1. Rain Gauge Cover 2. Rain Gauge Tipping Cups 4. Rain Gauge Base Collects and empties rain for continuous rain measurement. 5. A-B-C Switch ID code that must match display’s A-B-C switch to ensure units synchronize.
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SETUP Sensor Setup 1 Set the A-B-C Switch conditions. Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use lithium batteries in the sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC. The A-B-C switch is located inside the battery compartment. It can be set to A, B or C. However, you must select the same letter choices for the wireless sensor, rain gauge and the display in order for the units to synchronize. 1. S lide off the battery compartment cover.
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Rain Gauge Setup Install or Replace Batteries AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended. 1 2 SQUEEZE LARGE TAB SQUEEZE LARGE TAB 3 4 SQUEEZE SQUEEZE TABS TO OPEN 1. S eparate rain gauge cover from the base by gently squeezing tabs and pulling the cover upwards. 5 2. R emove battery box by squeezing the two tabs on each end together. 3. R emove and discard cardboard rain gauge stabilizer. 4.
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Display Setup 2 Install or Replace Batteries 1 Set the A-B-C Switch L ocate the A-B-C switch inside the battery compartment. Set the A-B-C switch to A, B or C. You must select the same letter choices for the display, wireless sensor and rain gauge in order for the units to synchronize. 1. R emove the battery compartment cover. 2. I nsert 3 x AAA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/–) diagram in the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover.
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Intelli-Time® Clock Intelli-Time products are pre-programmed with the correct time and date. Intelli-Time technology instructs the time and date to set themselves. All you need to do is select your Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time preferences. The clock will then automatically set itself and change for Daylight Saving Time. Set the Time, Date & Units Press and release the SET button to enter SETUP MODE. Once in setup mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display.
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Rain Gauge Installation • To ensure accurate rain measurement, the rain gauge MUST be placed on a flat, level surface. • Ensure the rain gauge is not placed in a low spot that could become flooded or in an area where there are obstructions above it. OK DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT DO 1. Separate the rain PLACE gauge coverWHERE from the rainPLACE gauge PLACE IN WATER OR IN AREAS IN ANbase. PLACE ON A LEVEL IN UNEVEN LOWtwo holes PLANT CANgauge base. AREA WITH SURFACE AT LEAST 2.
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Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of the display, wireless sensor and rain gauge are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product. Display Placement outdoor TODAYALL-TIME heat dew index point today’s rainfall mm inches on + off .5 set all time records last year this yearthis week yesterday indoor TODAYALL-TIME pressure STORM! 1 YR. 0 Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust.
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OPERATION Programmable Rain Alarm Set a Daily Rain Alarm: When the rain alarm sounds, the display emits an audible alert and flashes the rainfall total. The alarm can be customized to notify you when your programmed value is reached. The alarm automatically resets at 12:00am midnight every day. 1) Press and release the ”SET” button to enter setup mode. Use the ” ” ” buttons until “ ” appears on the display. ” or 2) Press the ”SET” button and use the ” ” or ” ” buttons to adjust the alarm value.
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Rainfall History today’s rainfall mm today’s rainfall inches on + off 1 20 .5 10 set 0 all time records last year this yearthis week yesterday on off + set today’s rainfall 1 20 on .5 10 off 0 all time records last year this yearthis week yesterday CURRENT YEAR RAINFALL .5 10 mm inches on + off 1 20 .
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Troubleshooting Problem No wireless sensor or rain gauge reception no bars Display screen not working Possible Solution If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars: •R elocate the display and/or the wireless sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other. •R elocate the display and/or the rain gauge. The units must be within 100 ft (30 m) of each other. •M ake sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.
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Care & Maintenance Display Care Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air. Wireless Sensor Care Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Rain Gauge Care Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives that could mar the polished surface of the rain gauge or tipping cups.
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After 20 seconds of inactivity, the display will save the adjustments and exit calibration mode. NOTE: Calibrations will be erased if the display is reset or if the batteries are removed. Calibrate the Rain Gauge The rain gauge can be calibrated to improve accuracy. Items Needed: rain gauge, display, plastic cup, pin, screw driver 1. First, place the rain gauge on a level surface. 2. Place the display close by so you can monitor it during calibration. 3. Make a pin hole in the bottom of a plastic cup.
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Replace Intelli-Time Clock Battery Intelli-Time technology is powered by a pre-installed coin-cell battery that stores the time and date settings. The battery has a shelf life of several years. Time and date will need to be entered after replacing Intelli-Time battery. To replace the Intelli-Time battery: 1. Locate the coin cell battery compartment door in the battery compartment of the display. Unscrew and remove the compartment cover. 2.
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Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC Indoor: -4ºF to 122ºF; -20ºC to 50ºC HUMIDITY RANGE 1% to 99% RH RAINFALL MEASUREMENT 0.01 inches (0.
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Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-inclass service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways: (877) 221-1252 Visit us at www.AcuRite.
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