Specification Sheet

Specifications :
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Outdoor  temperature is flashing or
 showing dashes
Flashing of the outdoor temperature may be an indication of wireless interference.
 Make sure the A-B-C switch in the battery compartments of both the display unit and sensor are switched to
Sometimes changing to a different channel can help.
No outdoor sensor reception
 Relocate the display unit and/or the 5-in-1 sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.
 Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireles
 Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do no
display unit and sensor to synchronize after batteries are replaced.
 Synchronize the units:
1. Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and remove at least one battery from each.
2. Make sure the A-B-C switch on both units match. Sometimes changing to a different channel can he
3. Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor.
4. Reinstall battery into the display unit.
5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.
Inaccurate forecast
 Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
 Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the display unit? Learning Mode must complete before forecast a
 Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery removal or resetting the display unit will restart Learning M
calibrates for a total of 33 days.
Inaccurate temperature or humidity
 Make sure both the display unit and 5-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents.
 Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources.
 Make sure 5-in-1 sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off of the ground.
 Calibrate indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity.
Inaccurate wind readings
 What is wind reading being compared to? Pro weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high or more. M
 Check location of the sensor. Ensure it’s mounted a minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around it (within several
 Ensure wind cups are spinning freely. If they hesitate or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray lub
Display screen not working
  Check that the batteries are installed correctly. Batteries may need to be replaced.
 Reset the display by pressing the reset button, located on the back of the display unit. Date and time will nee
No rainfall
 Check to ensure the rain gauge stabilizer (plastic tab) has been removed from the bottom of the sensor.
 Clear debris, such as leaves, out of the rain collector funnel and debris screen.
 Calibrate the Rain Gauge.
Items Needed: 5-in-1 sensor, Philips screwdriver, damp cloth, car wax, toothbrush (optional), moth ball (option
1. First, open your 5-in-1 sensor by removing the (4) four screws from the bottom. The screws toward the cente
2. After your sensor has been opened, remove any insects, cobwebs, or debris. An old toothbrush can help to
3. Use a damp cloth to clean off the rain gauge tipping buckets.
Note: The damp cloth should only be used to clean the tipping buckets. Do not use to clean any other intern
4. Place a small amount of car wax on a soft cloth and wipe down the tipping bucks to ensure that rain flows th