SOMOGYI ELECTRONIC HC 16 Thermo and Hygrometer Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- SOMOGYI ELECTRONIC
Table of Contents
HC 16
instruction manual
THERMO- AND HYGROMETER
In order to ensure safe operation, please read all instructions and warnings before beginning the use of the device. Please retain this user manual.
- displaying temperature (°C) and relative humidity (RH %)
- displaying temperature and humidity trends
- minimum and maximum temperature and humidity values
- exact time, 12/24 h time format
- date and day of the week
Parts of the device
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LCD display
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opening for wall mounting
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SET button
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UP button
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DOWN button
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battery compartment
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battery compartment lid
Parts of the LCD display: -
time
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emoticon
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indoor temperature
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temperature trend display •
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indoor humidity
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temperature humidity display
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day of the week
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month (M)
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day (D)
COMMISSIONING, SETTINGS
- After removing the product from its packaging, please check it to ensure that it was not damaged during shipping. Do not begin using a damaged product!
- Place 2x 1.5 V AAA batteries in the device while paying attention to their polarity.
- Now the unit is ready for operation! The exact time and date have to be set manually.
PLACEMENT
Depending on your preference, you can mount the device on a wall or place iton a flat surface.
SETTING THE TIME
When the device is in ‘exact time display’ mode, hold down the SET button for approx. 2 seconds. The values that can be set will start flashing in the following order: hours; minutes; year; month (M); day (D); day and month format (M,D or D,M), you can move between the available settings using the SET button. The flashing values can be increased or decreased using the UP and DOWN buttons.
FUNCTIONS
Exact time, day of the week
When the time displayed is in the afternoon, press the DOWN button to allow
you to choose between the 12-hour and 24-hour formats. When using the 12hour
format, times in the afternoon are indicated by the abbreviation ‘PM’.
The abbreviated name of the current day of the week is always visible:
Monday (MON), Tuesday (TUE), Wednesday (WED), Thursday (THU), Friday (FRI),
Saturday (SAT), Sunday (SUN).
Indoor temperature, humidity, trends
In the middle band of the LCD of the device, you can read the values of indoor
temperature (°C) and relative humidity. Next to the values, arrows indicate
the relevant trends (decreasing, no change, increasing).
Extreme values of the measurements
It is possible to view the highest and lowest values measured in the case of
both temperature and humidity. Press the UP button once to view the highest
(MAX) value and once more to view the lowest (MIN) value. You can also clear
the extreme values if you hold the UP button down for 2 seconds while the
device is displaying the maximum (or minimum) value. The device stores extreme
values from its time of commissioning or from the last deletion of the extreme
values.
Emoticon
The emoticon (9) shows whether the environment is ideal or not using a happy,
neutral, or a sad face.
Emoticon | Temperature | Humidity |
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pleasant feeling | 18 °C – 25 °C | 40% – 70% RH |
dry environment | any | <40% RH |
humid environment | any | >70% RH |
adequate humidity | outside the range of 18 °C – 25 °C | 40% – 70% RH |
TROUBLESHOOTING
Error observed | Possible resolution of the error |
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the device does not turn on or the screen is too faint | check the charge and |
the polarity of the batteries
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
- Use a slightly wet towel for the cleaning of the device. Strong cleaning agents may damage the surface of the device.
- Make sure that water does not enter the device!
- If you are not planning to use the device for a longer period, remove the batteries.
Replacement of the batteries
If the display appears too faint, please replace the batteries in the device.
If any battery acid has leaked from the batteries, clean the battery
compartment with a dry cloth while wearing protective gloves and protective
goggles. Ensure that the polarity is correct when placing in the new
batteries.
WARNINGS
- The device can only be used indoors.
- Make sure that water does not enter the device!
- Do not expose the device to radiated heat, direct sunlight, vibrations or an excessively humid/dusty environment.
- The device can only be used for the purpose specified above in a home environment. It is not suitable for medical or public use.
- Do not place open flames, such as candles on the device.
- Never disassemble the device.
- In case of a malfunction, immediately disconnect the power supply and contact the distributor.
- Battery replacement must be performed by an adult!
- Ensure that the polarity is correct when placed in the batteries.
- Do not use batteries of different brands and/or levels of charge together.
- After replacing the batteries, put the lid on the battery compartment.
- If the device is not used for a longer period, remove the batteries.
- If any fluids have leaked from the batteries, clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth wearing protective gloves.
- Remove any depleted batteries right away.
- Caution! Incorrect battery replacement can cause explosion hazards. Only use equivalent or interchangeable batteries for replacement.
- Do not expose batteries to direct heat or sunlight. Never open, place into fire or short circuit the batteries.
- Never charge non-rechargeable batteries. Explosion hazard!
- Do not replace the battery with a rechargeable battery, as the voltage and efficiency are lower!
- Do not weld or solder anything directly to the batteries!
- Store unused batteries in their original packaging and away from metal objects.
- Do not mix together the already unpackaged batteries.
The product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.
DISPOSAL
Waste equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household
waste because it may contain components hazardous to the environment or
health. Used or waste equipment may be dropped off free of charge at the point
of sale, or at any distributor which sells equipment of identical nature and
function. Dispose of product at a facility specializing in the collection of
electronic waste. By doing so, you will protect the environment as well as the
health of others and yourself. If you have any questions, contact the local
waste management organization. We shall undertake the tasks pertinent to the
manufacturer as prescribed in the relevant regulations and shall bear any
associated costs arising.
DISPOSING OF OFALKALINEAND RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Batteries, whether alkaline or rechargeable, must not be handled together with
regular household waste. It is the legal obligation of the product’s user to
dispose of batteries at a nearby collection center or at a retail shop. This
ensures that the batteries are ultimately neutralized in an environment-
friendly way.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply:……………………………2×1.5 V (AAA) batteries (not included)
Measuring range
temperature/resolution: ………….-10 – +50 °C / 0.1 °C
humidity: ……………………………….17% – 99%
Size (W x H x L): ……………………….92 x 80 x 25.5 mm
Display dimensions (W x H): ……….62 x 53 mm
Somogyi Elektronic
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