Acu-Rite 832 Marine Radio User Manual
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1. CU R ITE Instruction Manual Weather Forecaster model 00832 WEATHER HD pe ort OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE iil 40 3 INDOOR TEMPERATURE CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions 2 Placement Guidelines 5 Package Contents 2 Using the Forecaster 6 Product Registration 2 Troubleshooting 7 Features amp Benefits Sensor 2 Care amp Maintenance 8 Features 8 Benefits Display 3 Specifications 8 Selupr tree ne 4 FCC Information 8 Install or Replace Batteries A Customer Support 9 Temperature Units As y o o A A 9 Questions Contact Customer Support at 877 221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ACU RITE 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 unit with tabletop stand 2 Outdoor sensor 3 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT vo receive warranty service PRODUCT REGISTRATION ee METI to receive year a warranty protection roducts www AcuRite com Register a Produc2. for such transportation costs and charges This For in warranty claims Chaney Instrument Co 965 Wells St Lake Geneva WI 53147 ACU RITE Weather Temperature Weather Kitchen Clocks Stations amp Humidity Alert Radio Thermometers amp Timers Its more than accurate It s ACU RITE AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments designed to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com 2012 Chaney Instrument Co All rights reserved AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co Lake Geneva WI 53147 All other trademarks and Printed in China copyrights are the property of their respective owners Patent numbers 5 978 738 00838 INST 102214 6 076 044 6 597 990 US 7 637 141 B2
3. GISTRATION Register online SUPPORT to receive year warranty protection ene www AcRite com Register a Product Limited One Year Warranty At AcuRite we proudly uphold our commitment warranty will not be breached and Chaney will give no credit for products it manufactures which have received normal wear to quality technology Chaney Instrument Co and tear been damaged including by acts of nature tampered warrants that all products it manufactures to abused improperly installed damaged in shipping or repaired be of good material and workmanship and to or altered by others than authorized representatives of Chaney be free of defects when properly installed and The above described warranty is expressly in lieu of all other operated fora period of one year from the date warranties express or implied and all other warranties are of purchase hereby expressly disclaimed including without limitation the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty We recommend that you visit us at aie a a particular purpose Chaney expressly disclaims e all liability for special consequential or incidental damages www AcuRite com for the fastest Wy to register a tort or by re from any breach of this your product However product registration warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation does not eliminate the need to retain your of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or
4. T mix old and new batteries or types of batteries alkaline standard DO NOT use rechargeable batteries DO NOT recharge non rechargeable batteries DO NOT short circuit the supply terminals 4 Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions Proper placement of both the display unit and outdoor sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product Display Unit Placement Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust Display unit stands upright for tabletop use or is wall mountable Outdoor Sensor Placement Sensor must be placed outside to observe outdoor conditions Sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor use however to extend its life place the sensor in an area protected from direct weather elements m Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger or by using string not included to hang it from a suitable location like a well covered tree branch The best location is 4 to 8 feet above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air to circulate around the sensor Important Placement Guidelines e To ensure accurate temperature measurement place units out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources or vents e Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft 50 m of each other e To maximize wireless range place units away from large metallic items thick walls metal surfaces or ot
5. at least one battery from each is flashing or 2 Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor showing dashes 3 Reinstall the battery in the display unit Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection e Make sure both the display unit and sensor are placed Inaccurate out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources temperature or vents see page 5 or humidity e Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources see page 5 e The Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours not current conditions e Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the display unit Learning Mode must complete before forecast and pressure will be accurate e Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days Battery removal or resetting the display unit will restart Learning Mode After 14 days forecast should be fairly accurate however Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days Display screen e Check that the batteries are installed correctly not working Batteries may need to be replaced If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps visit www AcuRite com or call 877 221 1252 for assistance Inaccurate forecast Care 8 Maintenance Display Unit 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
6. batteries in the outdoor sensor for temperatures below 4 F 20 C m Outdoor Sensor i 1 Slide off the battery compartment iii cover 2 Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery Ne compartment 3 Replace the battery cover BATTERIES Wicca ad EEE 70 c 158 BATTERIES r td were 70 C 158 Display Unit 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment O Replace the battery cover Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius To select between degrees Fahrenheit F or Celsius C temperature units press the C F button located on the back of the display unit A PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE ie WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS 0 BATTERY SAFETY Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of time Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment Promptly remove dead batteries from the device Dispose of used batteries properly Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used DO NOT incinerate used batteries DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire as batteries may explode or leak DO NO
7. evision reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS sedan Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause ee and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best in class service For assistance please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways O 877 221 1252 info chaney inst com 24 7 support at www AcuRite com gt Installation Videos gt Register your Product gt Instruction Manuals gt Support User Forum gt Replacement Parts gt Submit Feedback amp Ideas IMPORTANT io receive warranty service PRODUCT RE
8. gentle puff of air Outdoor Sensor Care Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE Outdoor 40 F to 158 F 40 C to 70 C Indoor 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C 165 ft 50 m depending on home construction materials WIRELESS FREQUENCY 433 MHz A x AA alkaline or lithium batteries not included DATA REPORTING 30 second updates FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may NOT cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not a approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equip ment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tel
9. her objects that may limit wireless communication e To prevent wireless interference place both units at least 3 ft 9 m away from electronic devices TV computer microwave radio etc Y D 43 165 feet maximum 50 meters Setup is Complete The sensor will now synchronize with the display unit lt may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly 5 OPERATION Using the Weather Forecaster Learning Mode Self Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period called Learning Mode to determine your altitude After 14 days the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen At this point the self calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is ready for superior weather prediction Weather Forecast AcuRite s patented Self Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from the sensor in your backyard It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy personalized for your exact location RAIN SNOW SNOW LIGHT RAIN CLOUDY PARTLY MIX LIKELY LIKELY LIKELY CLOUDY a View the complete list of icons at www AcuRite com acurite icons High Low Records High and low values are recorded for indoor and outdoor temperature The high and low rec
10. iginal proof of purchase in order to obtain or exclusion may not apply to you Chaney further disclaims all liability from personal injury relating to its products to the extent permitted by law By acceptance of any of Chaney s products Chaney Instrument Co warrants that all products it manufactures the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising warranty benefits to be of good material and workmanship and to be free of from their use or misuse No person firm or corporation is defects when properly installed and operated for a period of authorized to assume for Chaney any other liability in connection one year from the date of purchase Remedy for breach of this with the sale of its products Furthermore no person firm or warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this item s Any product which under normal use and service is paragraph and the preceding paragraph unless done in writing proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney This warranty YEAR from date of sale will upon examination by Chaney gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other and at its sole option be repaired or replaced by Chaney rights which vary from state to state Transportation costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility
11. ords automatically clear every 24 hours since the initial battery installation To view the HIGH temperature record press and release the MAX MIN button on the back of the display The MAX icon appears on the display next to the high records To view the LOW temperature record press and release the MAX MIN button twice on the back of the display The MIN icon appears on the display next to the low records To manually reset the high low records press and hold the MAX MIN button on the back of the display while viewing the records you wish to clear Dashes display to confirm you have cleared the records Troubleshooting If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars e Relocate the display unit and or the outdoor sensor The units must be within 165 ft 50 m of each other e Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet 9 No outdoor sensor m away from electronics that may interfere with the reception wireless communication such as TVs microwaves computers etc T no bars Use standard alkaline batteries or lithium batteries in sensor when temperature is below 4 F 20 C Do not use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries NOTE It may take up to 20 minutes for display unit and sensor to synchronize after batteries are replaced Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an indication of wireless interference Outdoor 1 Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and temperature remove
12. t Features amp Benefits 1 OUTDOOR SENSOR 1 Integrated Hanger For easy placement 2 Wireless Signal Indicator Flashes when data is being sent to the display unit 3 Battery Compartment 4 Battery Compartment Cover Features amp Benefits WEATHER DISPLAY UNIT FRONT 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast Self Calibrating Forecasting pulls data from the outdoor sensor to generate your personal forecast 2 Current Outdoor Temperature Arrow icon indicates direction temperature is trending 3 Current Indoor Temperature Arrow icon indicates direction temperature is trending 4 Display Low Battery Indicator 5 Sensor Low Battery Indicator 6 Pressure Trend Indicator Arrow icon indicates direction pressure is trending DISPLAY UNIT BACK 7 Battery Compartment Cover 8 Battery Compartment 9 Display Kickstand for tabletop placement 10 RE SYNC Button Resets current temperature and high low records for outdoor temperature 11 MAX MIN Button Press to view maximum minimum records 12 C F Switch Select degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit temperature units 13 Integrated Hang Hole AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended The outdoor sensor requires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly Use lithium
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