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CONTENTS

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

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

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

Features & Beneﬁts: 3-in-1 ..........3

Features: Display Unit ................. 4

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

3-in-1 Sensor Setup .................... 6

Display Unit Setup ...................... 7

Set Time, Date & Units ................8

Placement Guidelines .................9

3-in-1 Sensor Installation ..........10

Using the Weather Center .........11

Troubleshooting ........................ 13

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

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

Speciﬁcations ........................... 16

FCC Information .......................16

Customer Support ....................17

Warranty .................................17

Weather Center

model 00386S

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Instruction Manual Weather Center model 00386S CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions.................2 Package Contents........................2 Product Registration.....................2 Features & Benefits: 3-in-1...........3 Features: Display Unit..................4 Setup.........................................6 3-in-1 Sensor Setup.....................6 Display Unit Setup.......................7 Set Time, Date & Units.................8 Placement Guidelines..................9 3-in-1 Sensor Installation...
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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 unit with tabletop stand 2. 3-in-1 sensor 3. Sensor mounting bracket 4. Mounting hardware 5. Power adapter 6.
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Features & Benefits 4 1 6 2 5 3 3-in-1 SENSOR 5. M ounting Hardware Includes anchors and screws. Qty Diameter Length 4 #4 1” 1 #6 or #8 1/4” or 3/8” 1. T emperature & Humidity Sensors (internal) 2. Release Lever for Battery Access 3. Mounting Point 6. M ounting Bracket 4. Wind Speed Anemometer 7. A -B-C Switch (not shown) I D code that must match display’s A-B-C switch to ensure units synchronize.
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Features & Benefits 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Display Unit 8 9 27 26 25 24 10 11 12 13 14 15 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 28 33 29 30 31 32 34 4
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DISPLAY UNIT FRONT 1. Current Outdoor Temperature 19. – Button Arrow icon indicates direction temperature is trending. For setup preferences. 20. SELECT Button 2. Sensor Low Battery Indicator Press to change the Weather Select (#23) category being displayed. 3. Average Wind Speed 21. Barometric Pressure Average of all speeds over last 30 minutes or calibrated 30 minute interval. Arrow icon indicates direction pressure is trending. 4. Backlight Button 22.
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SETUP 3-IN-1 Sensor Setup 1 Set the A-B-C Switch 1. Press the release lever and pull off the lower housing of the sensor. 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. 2. Remove the battery compartment cover. Take note of the A-B-C switch setting inside the battery compartment. 2 Install or Replace Batteries 3.
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Display Unit Setup 1 Set the A-B-C Switch 2 Install or Replace Batteries 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 both the display unit and the sensor in order for the units to synchronize. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover. 2. Insert 6 x AA alkaline batteries (optional) into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover.
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Set the Time, Date & Units Press the “SET” button, located on the front of the display unit, to enter SET MODE. Once in set mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display. To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press and release the “+“ or “--“ buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust). To save your adjustments, press and release the “SET” button again to adjust the next preference.
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Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding 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.
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3-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurements - the National Weather Service recommends 33 feet high! MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is designed to screw directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 2”x4” or larger. The sensor can also be mounted directly to 3/4” steel pipe (available at hardware stores and Top Mount Side Mount home centers).
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OPERATION Using The 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.
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Weather Select Weather Select displays data including wind chill, dew point, heat index, as well as 24 hour change, and high/low records for outdoor/indoor temperatures, humidity and wind speed. To change the “Weather Select” category shown, press the “SELECT” button on the front of the display.
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Troubleshooting Problem No outdoor sensor reception no bars Possible Solution • Relocate the display unit and/or the 3-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 -4ºF/-20ºC).
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution Inaccurate temperature or humidity • Make sure both the display unit and 3-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents (see page 9). • Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 9). • Make sure 3-in-1 sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off of the ground. • Calibrate indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity (see page 15).
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Care & 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. 3-in-1 Sensor Care Clean the Sensor Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Insect Prevention Insects may cause obstructions and interrupt data by nesting in or on the 3-in-1 sensor. To limit this problem, spray sensor housing with a household insect repellent.
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Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC HUMIDITY RANGE Outdoor: 1% to 99% Indoor: 1% to 99% WIND SPEED 0 to 99 mph; 0 to 159 kph WIRELESS RANGE 330 ft / 100 m depending on home construction materials OPERATING FREQUENCY 433 mhz POWER Display: 5 V, 100mA power adapter 6 x AA alkaline batteries Sensor: 4 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries Wind Speed: 18 second updates DATA REPORTING Outdoor temperature & humidity: 18 second upda
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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.
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