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1.     LOCATE AWAY FROM WIND  amp  RAIN OBSTRUCTIONS  DO NOT mount the sensor with obstructions around it   Consider a location that is a wide open area  with few  structures around to ensure accurate measurements     Visit us online to view installation photos and  video  or learn more about AcuRite technology   www AcuRite com 5in1  View Video    12    5 in 1 Sensor Installation Guidelines    INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at least 5 feet  1 5 meters  off the  ground  higher is better for wind measurement  in an open area  Secure to  fence post  2   x 4    wood  3 4    pole  etc   not included   LEVEL INSTALLATION Use the bubble level  included on top of sensor  to ensure  level installation for accurate wind measurement   SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION Install the sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH   This ensures the cell receives as much sun as possible and orients wind  direction     5 in 1 Sensor Installation  1  Fasten mounting base   included  to a post or pole   not included  using the 4  longer screws included in the  hardware bag     2  Insert the mounting base into  the hole on the bottom of the  sensor     3  Make sure the arrows on the  top of the sensor are pointed  in the proper direction and  the bubble level is centered   The solar cell should be facing  south to properly orient the  wind direction     4  Fasten the sensor into the  mounting base using the 2  shorter screws included in the  hardware bag     The 5 in 1 sensor is now  ready to use     Clear D
2.    buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower from the  actual reading     4  Press the    SET    button to confirm the calibration adjustment   Note  The    CAL    icon remains illuminated next to calibrated  values     Calibrate the Rain Gauge    The rain gauge on the 5 in 1 sensor can be calibrated to improve accuracy   Items Needed  5 in 1 sensor  display unit  plastic cup  pin  screw driver    1  First  ensure 5 in 1 sensor is perfectly level using built in bubble level     2  Place display unit close so you can monitor it during calibration     3  Make a pin hole in the bottom of a plastic cup  Hold the cup over the rain gauge  and fill it with exactly 1 cup  8oz  of water  allowing the water to drip into the rain  gauge  You should hear the internal buckets tip and see water drain through the rain  gauge     4  A few seconds after each bucket tip  the display unit displays rainfall in  approximately 0 01    or more increments     5  The cup of water should take more than 20 minutes to empty  a quicker period will  result in inaccurate calibration  Try to simulate a normal steady rainfall  When cup is  empty of water  display unit should register 1 06       Tips        There should be nearly an equal number of water drops  about 25 water drops   between bucket tips  If not  adjust the calibration screws on the bottom of the 5 in 1  sensor until an equal number of water drops are tipping the buckets  Then  restart the  calibration procedure         If you don   
3.   button to confirm minute  selection     The clock is now set     Set the Date  1  Press the           or           buttons until     SET DATE     is displayed on the  Selectable Category part of the display unit     2  Press the    SET    button to set the date     3  Press the           or           to adjust the month     4  Press the    SET    button to confirm month  selection     5  Press the           or           to adjust the day     6  Press the    SET    button to confirm day  selection     7  Press the           or           to adjust the year     8  Press the    SET    button to confirm year  selection     The date is now set     Note  The         stays in  Selectable Categories   even after setup     10    Select Measurement Units  To select between standard units  mph    F  etc   or  metric units  kph    C  etc       1  Press the           or           buttons until     SET UNITS     is displayed on the  Selectable Category part of the display unit     2  Press the    SET    button to set the unit  preference     3  Press the           or           to select    STAND    for  standard or    METRIC    for metric units     4  Press the    SET    button to confirm your selection     5  Next  you will see    WIND MPH     Press the            or           to select MPH  KPH  or KNOTS  for wind speed units     6  Press the    SET    button to confirm your selection     Units are now set     11    Placement for Maximum Accuracy  AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrou
4.  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 television 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       Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna       Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver       Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected       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 standard s    Operation is subject to the following two conditions    1  This device may not cause interference  and   2  This device must accept any interference received  including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device     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    HUMIDITY RANGE  Outdoor  1  to 99     Indoor  16  to 98   WIND SPEED  0 to 99 mph  0 to 
5.  heat index  dew point  wind chill  indoor temperature and  humidity  and rainfall rate  in  hour   To toggle between Weather Select  categories  press the          button  located left of the Weather Select display  area     Barometric Pressure  Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather  This weath   er forecaster displays the current pressure  direction it   s trending  FALLING   STEADY  or RISING  and a pressure chart  The chart tracks and displays the  change in pressure so you can monitor the rate of change over time     Rainfall Event  The rainfall feature tracks rain accumulation over all time  the current month   and current rainfall event  Current event clears when no rain registers for 8  hours OR no rain registers for 1 hour and pressure rises by  03 inhg or more     SNOW  LIKELY    MOSTLY  CLOUDY  CLOUDY  PARTLY  CLOUDY    RAIN  LIKELY     flashing stormy     RAIN SNOW  MIX LIKELY     flashing stormy     14    Programmable Weather Alarms  Each Selectable Weather Category features an alarm option  When an  alarm sounds  the display unit emits an audible beep and flashes the affected  category  its alarm settings  and any other relevant data     Some alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed value is  reached  Alarms include     OUTDOOR HUMIDITY    OUTDOOR TEMP    STORM ALARM    INDOOR HUMIDITY    INDOOR TEMP    WIND CHILL    DEW POINT    HEAT INDEX    RAIN    WIND SPEED    The rain alarm does not require a preset numerical
6.  mounting bracket  4  Mounting hardware  5  Snap in debris filter for rain collector  6  Instruction Manual    PRODUCT REGISTRATION  Register online  to receive 1 year  warranty protection  www AcuRite com    IMPORTANT  PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED  TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE       Register a Product    3    Features  amp  Benefits    7    2    1    9    8    10    5    6    11  4  3    5 IN 1 SENSOR    1  Rainfall Collector Funnel    2  Solar Cell Panel  Converts sunlight into power to run  internal aspirating fan   Internal Aspirating Fan   not shown   Draws ambient air into  sensor to reduce solar radiation  heating  resulting in more accurate  temperature measurement     3  A B C Switch  ID code that must match display   s  A B C switch to ensure units  synchronize     4  Battery Compartment    5  Temperature  amp  Humidity Sensors   internal     6  Mounting Bracket    7  Wind Speed Anemometer    8  Wind Direction Vane    9  Mounting Bracket    10  Mounting Hardware  Includes anchors and screws   Qty Diameter Length  4  4 1     2  6          11  Debris Filter  Snaps into rain collector to filter out  twigs  leaves  etc     4    Features  amp  Benefits    Display Unit    10  37  11    12    9    28    29    31    33    30    32    1    3    4    5    7    8    6    2    19    20    21    22    23    25    26  27    24    36  34    13  14  16  15  17  18    35    5    1  Peak Wind Speed  Highest speed from past 60 minutes     2  Wind Speed Alarm On Indicator    3  Average Wi
7.  value  but instead sounds as  soon as rain is recorded  Similarly  the storm alarm sounds when a large atmo   spheric pressure drop occurs  which usually indicates an oncoming storm  Note   The storm alarm is NOT intended to be a safety device or warning system     15    To activate or deactivate an alarm   Press            To set or adjust an alarm value   Press and hold            Set a Weather Alarm    1  Choose the weather category for which you wish to set an alarm by  pressing the           or           buttons until the category is displayed on the  Selectable Category part of the display unit     2  To program a value  only applies to alarms that require a value   press  AND HOLD the         button until the    SET    indicator appears in the area  of the display labeled    ALARM     left of the selected weather category  and  the alarm setting flashes     3  Adjust the alarm value by pressing the           or           buttons     4  Press the    SET    button to confirm a value     5  Next  press the         button to activate the alarm  The alarm ON indicator  will highlight on the display     Alarm is now programmed and turned on     Silence a Sounding Alarm  The alarm sounds initially for a few minutes  then silences itself  The alarm then  sounds every few minutes afterwards until one of the following happens     1     SNOOZE      Press any button  Alarm silences  but sounds again if the alarm  condition reoccurs     2  Turn the alarm    OFF      Deactivates th
8. 01010 INST 031414    It   s More than Accurate  it   s    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    Weather  Stations  Temperature   amp  Humidity  Weather  Alert Radio  Kitchen  Thermometers   amp  Timers    Clocks    
9. 159 kph    WIND DIRECTION  INDICATORS  16 points    RAINFALL  0 to 99 99 in  0 to 99 99 mm  WIRELESS RANGE  330 ft   100 m depending on home construction materials    OPERATING FREQUENCY  433 MHz  POWER  Display  3 x AA alkaline batteries    Sensor  4 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries    DATA REPORTING  Wind Speed  18 second updates  Direction  30 seconds  Outdoor temperature  amp  humidity  36 second updates  Indoor temperature  amp  humidity  60 second updates    21    At AcuRite  we proudly uphold our commitment  to quality technology  Chaney Instrument Co   warrants that all products it manufactures to  be of good material and workmanship  and to  be free of defects when properly installed and  operated for a period of one year from the  date of purchase     We recommend that you visit us at  www AcuRite com for the fastest way to  register your product  However  product  registration does not eliminate the need to  retain your original proof of purchase in order  to obtain warranty benefits     Chaney Instrument Co  warrants that all products it  manufactures to be of good material and workmanship  and to be  free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period  of one year from the date of purchase  Remedy for breach of  this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective  item s   Any product which  under normal use and service  is  proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR  from date of sale will  upon examination by C
10. Instruction Manual    SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE     Questions  Contact Customer Support at   877  221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com     CONTENTS  Unpacking Instructions             2  Package Contents                    2  Product Registration                 2  Features  amp  Benefits  5 in 1         3  Features  Display Unit              4  Back of Display Unit                 6  Setup                                      7  5 in 1 Sensor Setup                  7  Display Unit Setup                   8  Set the Time  amp  Date                 9  Measurement Units                10    Placement Guidelines             11  5 in 1 Sensor Installation         12  Using the Weather Center      13  Programmable Alarms            14  Troubleshooting                     16  Care  amp  Maintenance              18  Calibration                            18  Specifications                         20  FCC Information                    20  Customer Support                  21  Warranty                              21    Professional Weather Center  model 01010    2    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  5 in 1 sensor  3  Sensor
11. UR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS   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 NOT 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     2  1    A B C    1 A B C Switch  set to match  sensor    2  Install Batteries  3 AA Batteries    9    Set the Time  amp  Date  The clock and calendar are utilized to time stamp history records and other  data  so it is important to set the time and date soon after you power on the  display unit   Set the Time  1  Press the           or           buttons until     SET CLOCK     is displayed on the  Selectable Category part of the display unit     2  Press the    SET    button to set the clock     3  Press the           or           to adjust the hour   Note the    AM    and    PM    indicators     4  Press the    SET    button to confirm hour  selection     5  Press the           or           to adjust minutes     6  Press the    SET  
12. amp  Freezing Weather    The 5 in 1 sensor will not be damaged by freezing conditions  NOTE  If the rain collec   tor cup fills with snow and then melts  it will register as rain on the display unit     Clean the Rain Collector Cup  Remove and empty rain collector debris filter  The debris filter is located in the rain col   lector funnel  Remove from the top by gently squeezing and pulling out     Clean the Wind Vane  amp  Anemometer    Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind  vane and anemometer  If needed  use a small amount of spray lubricant  clear silicone  or graphite powder on the anemometer for improved movement     Calibration    Calibrate Temperature  amp  Humidity    The indoor   outdoor temperature and humidity readings can be calibrated on the  display unit to improve accuracy  Calibration improves accuracy when 5 in 1 sensor  placement or environmental factors impact your data accuracy     1  Choose the weather category you wish to calibrate by pressing the           and            buttons until the category is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the  display unit     2  Press AND HOLD the           and           buttons and the    SET    button all at the same  time for 15 20 seconds         The display unit beeps  and all display data is hidden except for the value being  calibrated            CAL     calibrate  and arrows appear next to the value being calibrated     19    3  Press the           and        
13. ata Collected During Installation  When installation is complete  clear erroneous data from the display unit by  pressing the    CLEAR TODAY    button  on the back of the display inside the  battery compartment  This button will clear data recorded since 12 00 am     Basic Setup is Complete  The 5 in 1 sensor will now synchronize with the display unit  It may take a few  minutes for synchronization to complete  If both or one of the units appear to  be functioning improperly  please refer to the troubleshooting section     SOUTH     1 5 meters     NO OBSTRUCTIONS  ABOVE OR AROUND    13    OPERATION    Using the Professional Weather Center    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     View the complete list of icons at www AcuRite com acurite icons    Weather Select  The Weather Select area on the display includes the following weather data  and calculations 
14. ccumulates data during rainfall     28  Learning Mode Icon  Disappears after weather forecast  self calibration is complete     29  12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast  Self Calibrating Forecasting pulls  data from your 5 in 1 sensor to  generate your personal forecast     30  Current Outdoor Humidity  Arrow icon indicates the direction the  humidity is trending     31  Outdoor Humidity Alarm On  Indicator    32  Current Outdoor Temperature  Arrow icon indicates direction the  temperature is trending     33  Outdoor Temperature Alarm On  Indicator    34  Current Wind Speed    35  Previous 2 Wind Directions    36  Current Wind Direction    37  Sensor Low Battery Indicator    6    Back of Display Unit    BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT    1  A B C Switch  ID code that must match 5 in 1  sensor   s A B C switch to ensure  units synchronize     2  Clear Today  Clears data recorded since 12 00am     3  Reset  Full reset to factory defaults     4  Clear All  Clears all data recorded without  having to reset time and date     5  Battery Compartment    6  Battery Compartment Cover   Not shown      5    1    2    4    3    7    A B C    SETUP    5 in 1 Sensor Setup    1 A B C Switch  Set to match  display unit    2 Install Batteries  4 AA Batteries    3 Rain Gauge Stabilizer  Remove and discard    Set the A B C Switch    Locate 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 both the  sensor and the display unit in ord
15. e alarm     16    Problem  Possible Solution    No outdoor sensor  reception    no bars        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 wireless communication  such as TVs  microwaves   computers  etc        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       Synchronize the units   1  Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and  remove batteries from each   2  Reinstall batteries in outdoor sensor   3  Reinstall batteries in display unit   4  Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other  for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection     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 the same letter  You may choose A  B or  C  but both units must match to sync up  Sometimes  changing to a different channel can help     Inaccurate forecast        Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next  12 to 24 hours  not current conditions       Has Learning Mode ic
16. er  for the units to synchronize     Install or Replace Batteries    Batteries MUST be installed for  this product to operate  AcuRite  recommends high quality alkaline  or lithium batteries for the best  product performance  Heavy duty  or rechargeable batteries are not  recommended     The 5 in 1 sensor requires lithium  batteries in low temperature  conditions  Cold temperatures can    cause alkaline batteries to function  improperly  Use lithium batteries in  the 5 in 1 sensor for temperatures  below  4  F    20  C     1  Slide off the battery  compartment cover     2  Insert 4 x AA batteries into the  battery compartment  as  shown  Follow the polarity        diagram in the battery  compartment     3  Replace the battery cover     Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer    Locate and remove the rain gauge  stabilizer  plastic tab  taped into  the bottom of the sensor  The rain  gauge will not function until this is  removed     2    3    1    8    Set the A B C Switch  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 both the sensor and  the display unit in order for the  units to synchronize     Install or Replace Batteries  Insert 3 x AA alkaline batteries  into the battery compartment   as shown  Follow the polarity        diagram in the battery  compartment     Display Unit Setup    PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE  WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YO
17. haney  and at its  sole option  be repaired or replaced by Chaney  Transportation  costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by  the purchaser  Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility for  such transportation costs and charges  This warranty will    not be breached  and Chaney will give no credit for products  it manufactures which have received normal wear and tear   been damaged  including by acts of nature   tampered  abused   improperly installed  damaged in shipping  or repaired or altered  by others than authorized representatives of Chaney     The above described warranty is expressly in lieu of all other  warranties  express or implied  and all other warranties are  hereby expressly disclaimed  including without limitation the  implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty  of fitness for a particular purpose  Chaney expressly disclaims  all liability for special  consequential or incidental damages   whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this  warranty  Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation  of incidental or consequential damages  so the above limitation  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   the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising  from their use or misuse  No person  firm or corporation is  authorized to assume for C
18. haney any other liability in connection  with the sale of its products  Furthermore  no person  firm or  corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this  paragraph  and the preceding paragraph  unless done in writing  and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney  This warranty  gives you specific legal rights  and you may also have other rights  which vary from state to state     For in warranty claims   Chaney Instrument Co    965 Wells St    Lake Geneva  WI 53147    Limited One Year Warranty    PRODUCT REGISTRATION  Register online  to receive 1 year  warranty protection  www AcuRite com    IMPORTANT  PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED  TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE       Register a Product    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      877  221 1252  info chaney inst com    24 7 support at www AcuRite com        Installation Videos      Register your Product        Instruction Manuals      Support User Forum        Replacement Parts      Submit Feedback  amp  Ideas    22    23      Chaney Instrument Co  All rights reserved  AcuRite is a registered trademark of  the Chaney Instrument Co   Lake Geneva  WI 53147  All other trademarks and copy   rights are the property of their respective owners  AcuRite uses patented technology   Visit www AcuRite com patents for details   Printed in China  
19. mounting height       Check location of the sensor  Ensure it   s mounted a  minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around  it  within several feet        Ensure wind cups are spinning freely  If they hesitate  or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray  lubricant     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  need to be entered after a reset     Troubleshooting    If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying  the troubleshooting steps  visit www AcuRite com or call   877  221 1252 for assistance     18    Care  amp  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 gentle puff of air     5 in 1 Sensor Care    Clean the Sensor    Clean with a soft damp cloth  Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives that will mar the  polished surfaces of the rain collection funnel or the solar cell  Scratches will result in  decreased performance and reliability     Insect Prevention    Insects may cause obstructions and interrupt data by nesting in or on the 5 in 1 sensor   To limit this problem  spray the outside of the sensor with a household insect repellent   Consult the insect repellent instructions prior to use     Snow  
20. nd Speed  of all speeds from past 2 minutes     4  Pressure History Graph  Current pressure on right with trend   Rising  Steady or Falling      5  Historical Barometric Pressure  Pressure reading 12 hours ago     6  Storm Alert Alarm On Indicator    7  Weather Select  Heat index  dew point  wind chill   indoor temperature   humidity  and  rainfall rate  inches of rain per hour     8  Weather Select Button  Press to change the Weather Select  category data being display     9  Clock    10  Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength    11  Alarm On Off Indicator  for Selectable Category   15     12  Programmable Alarm Settings    13  Alarm On Off Button  Activate alarm  press and hold to  adjust alarm values     14      Button  Press to select Category  shown in   15  and change settings     15  Selectable Category    16  SET Button  For setup preferences    17      Button  Press to select Category  shown in   15  and change settings     18  Records Button  Press for all time low and date  recorded for current category  selected on display   15   Press twice  for all time high and date recorded     19  Record Lows  Shown for current category selected  on the display   15      20  Clear Button  Deletes record low   19  shown     21  Record Highs  Shown for current category selected  on the display   15      22  Clear Button  Deletes record high   21  shown     23  Date    24  Current Month Total Rainfall    25  All Time Rainfall    26  Rainfall Alarm On Indicator    27  Current Rainfall  A
21. nding environmental conditions  Proper  placement of both the display unit and the 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  To  ensure accurate temperature measurement  place out of direct  sunlight and away from heat sources or vents  Display unit stands  upright for tabletop use or is wall mountable     5 in 1 Sensor Placement  The 5 in 1 sensor is designed to remain outdoors all year long   Choose an open location with no obstructions above or around  the sensor for the most accurate measurements     Important Placement Guidelines  Display unit and sensor must be within 330 feet  100 m  of each other     MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE  Place units away from large metallic items  thick walls  metal surfaces  or other  objects that may limit wireless communication     PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE  Place both units at least 3 feet   9 m  away from electronic devices  TV   computer  microwave  radio  etc       LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES  Position sensor away from heaters  air conditioners  chimneys  exhaust vents   asphalt and concrete  surfaces that radiate heat      LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES  Avoid installing the sensor near pools  spas  or other bodies of water  Water  sources may impact humidity accuracy     LOCATE AWAY FROM SPRINKLER HEADS  DO NOT install the sensor where it will be sprayed by a sprinkler system  This  may force water inside the sensor 
22. on disappeared from the  display unit  Learning Mode must complete before  forecast and pressure will be accurate       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     Troubleshooting    17    Problem  Possible Solution    Inaccurate  temperature or  humidity        Make sure both the display unit and sensor are  placed away from heat sources or vents  see p 11        Make sure both units are positioned away from  moisture sources  see p 11        Make sure sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off the  ground       Calibrate indoor and outdoor temperature and  humidity  see p 18      No rainfall        Verify the rain gauge stabilizer  plastic tab  has been  removed from the bottom of the sensor  see p 7        Clear debris  such as leaves  out of the rain collector  funnel and debris screen       Calibrate the Rain Gauge  see p 19        Verify the sensor   s internal tipping lever is moving  freely by dripping a little water through the rain  collector  You should hear the lever tipping  If you do  not hear it  you may need to clean inside the sensor   Video available at www acurite com 5in1    Inaccurate wind  readings        What is wind reading being compared to  Pro  weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high  or more  Make sure to compare data using a sensor  positioned at the same 
23. t hear the buckets tipping and see water dripping alternately out of  each drain  there may be an issue with the rain gauge or it   s adjustment  See  Troubleshooting on page 17     Adjustment    If the rain gauge doesn   t register close to 1 06     make an EQUAL adjustment to the two  calibration screws on the bottom of the 5 in 1 sensor  Turning screws clockwise increases  rainfall  counter clockwise decreases rainfall         To adjust the rainfall reading by 2  turn both screws 1 8 of a turn       To adjust the rainfall reading by 4  turn both screws 1 4 of a turn       To adjust the rainfall reading by 8  turn both screws 1 2 of a turn     Watch the video at www acurite com 5in1    20    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 expressly 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
    
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