ACURITE Wireless Thermometer Instruction Manual

ACURITE Wireless Thermometer

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Chaney Instrument Company warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship and to be free of defects if properly installed and operated for a period of one year from date of purchase. REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE ITEMS. 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 Chaney, and at its sole option, be repaired or replaced by Chaney. In all cases, 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 shall have received normal wear and tear, been damaged, 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 CHANEY’S EQUIPMENT OR PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL LIABILITY FOR THE CONSEQUENCES ARISING FROM THEIR USE OR MISUSE. NO PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR CHANEY 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 repair, please contact:

Customer Care Department
Chaney Instrument Company
965 Wells Street
Lake Geneva, WI 531

Chaney Customer Care
877-221-1252
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST
www.chaneyinstrument.com

This device complies with part 15 of the 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.
   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 equipment 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 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.
     Patent numbers: 5,978,738; 6,076,044; 6,597,990

Introduction

The Acurite® Thermometer with wireless outdoor sensor collects outside weather data and sends it wirelessly to the Display Unit via a low-power radio frequency. This thermometer has been designed to be easy to install and use.
The sleek display unit houses a liquid crystal display (LCD) which will calculate and display all the weather data received from the wireless sensor outside. The display unit features a temperature sensor for measuring indoor temperature. The Display Unit is powered with two “AA” alkaline batteries {not included).
The wireless outdoor sensor is completely wireless and contains a sensor for measuring outdoor temperature. The wireless outdoor sensor is powered with two “AA” alkaline or lithium batteries (not included).
Please read through this manual to learn more about the Acurite® Thermometer. Keep this manual for future reference.

Parts List model #01031W

1. Display Unit
2. Wireless outdoor sensor

Display Features

Battery Choice & Temperature Range

Extended periods of cold temperatures ( below -.4°F / -20°C ) can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. This will cause the outdoor wireless sensor to stop transmitting temperature readings. Use lithium batteries in these low temperature conditions to ensure continued operation for wireless sensors placed outdoors.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR 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. 00 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

Installing Batteries – Wireless Sensor

Remove the battery compartment cover. Install 2 fresh “AA” batteries as shown here.
BATTERIES MUST BE INSTALLED FOR THE SENSOR TO OPERATE

Installing Batteries – Display Unit

Remove the battery compartment cover. Install 2 fresh “AA” batteries as shown here

About the Self Setting Atomic Clock

A clock is considered atomic if it has an accuracy of one second in a million years. Consumer clocks are considered atomic if they attain this accuracy by receiving a signal from an atomic clock. In North America, the National Institute of Standards and Technologies operates an atomic clock in Colorado which transmits the time codes via the radio station WWVB. The Acurite clock you have purchased includes a built-in receiver which picks up the signal from the WWVB station. For the best possible reception, place the display unit with the back side facing Colorado. NOTE: Due to solar radiation in the atmosphere, the atomic clock signal is weaker during the day. Most synchronization with the WWVB atomic clock signal happens at night when there is less interference.

Display Unit : Basic Setup

Press the “SET” button to enter into set mode. The time zone (next to the clock display) will begin blinking.
To adjust the currently selected (flashing) preference item, press the “▲” or “▼” buttons.

To save your adjustments, press the “SET” button again to move on to adjusting the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:
TIME ZONE ( PST MST CST EST AST HAST AKST)
DST (Daylight Saving Time ON or OFF)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no entries are changed for 30 seconds. You may enter basic setup mode again at any time by pressing the “SET” button.
TO SELECT EITHER °FOR °C TEMPERATURE UNITS:

Press the “▲” button while in normal display mode (NOT in “SET” mode).

Now that setup is complete, you must choose a location to place the wireless sensor and the dis(Play unit. The wireless sensor MUST be placed less than 165 feet (50 meters) away from the display unit.
This wireless forecaster uses radio frequency for communication, which is susceptible to interference from other electronic devices and large metallic items or thick walls. Always place both units at least 3 feet (0.91 m) away from appliances (TV, microwave, radios, etc.) or objects that may interfere with the wireless communication (large metal surfaces,
thick stone walls, etc.).

Placement of Display Unit

Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. To help ensure an accurate indoor temperature measurement, be sure to place the display unit out of direct sunlight, and away from any heat sources or vents in your home. There are 2 placement options for the display unit. You may hang the display unit on a wall using the integrated hang hole. Alternatively, you may place the display unit on a table top or other flat surface using the integrated fold-out table top display stand.

Placement of Sensor

The wireless sensor MUST BE PLACED OUTDOORS to observe outdoor temperatures. The wireless sensor must be placed less than 165 feet (50 meters) from the display unit. The wireless sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor use. However, to extend the life of the product, place the wireless sensor in an area protected from direct weather elements. To ensure an accurate outdoor temperature measurement, be sure the wireless sensor is placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources.
There are 2 placement options for the wireless sensor. You may hang it using one of the two integrated hang holes, or use string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location like a well covered tree branch.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

Product Facts

Batteries: 4 x “AA” (not included) Lithium Batteries Recommended below -4°F

Measurement Ranges

Outdoor Temperature: -40° F to 158° F (-40° C to 70° C)

Indoor Temperature: 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C)

Wireless Range: 165 ft I 50m MAX

Depending on home construction materials. For best accuracy & performance, place the wireless sensor in a location protected from direct sunlight and precipitation.

Limited One Year Warranty Instructions & Warranty Enclosed
Customer Care:
877-221-1252
www.chaneyinstrument.com

References

• AcuRite Weather Monitoring | #1 Weather Station Brand in North America

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