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SETUP 

Install or Replace Batteries 

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 batteries in the outdoor sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.

 

Outdoor Sensor 

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. 

3. Replace the battery cover. 

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. 

3. Replace the battery cover. 

Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius 

To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units, 

press the “ºC/ºF” button located on the back of the display unit.

 

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. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fre, 

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. 

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Page 1: ...nsor 2 Features Benefits Display 3 Setup 4 Install or Replace Batteries 4 Temperature Units 4 Placement Guidelines 5 Using the Forecaster 6 Troubleshooting 7 Care Maintenance 8 Specifications 8 FCC Information 8 Customer Support 9 Warranty 9 Questions Contact Customer Support at 877 221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ...

Page 2: ...the tab and peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display unit with tabletop stand 2 Outdoor sensor 3 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection www AcuRite com Register a Product Features Benefits 1 OUTDOOR SENSOR 1 Integrated Hanger 2 For easy placement 2 Wireless Signal Indicator ...

Page 3: ... trending 4 Display Low Battery Indicator 5 Sensor Low Battery Indicator 6 Pressure Trend Indicator Arrow icon indicates direction pressure is trending 13 6 12 11 10 5 9 4 8 7 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...

Page 4: ...rtment 3 Replace the battery cover Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius To select between degrees Fahrenheit ºF or Celsius ºC temperature units press the ºC ºF button located on the back of the display unit 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 th...

Page 5: ...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 To ensure accurate temperature measurement place units out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources or vents Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft 50 m of each other...

Page 6: ...y personalized for your exact location RAIN SNOW MIX LIKELY SNOW LIKELY LIGHT RAIN LIKELY CLOUDY PARTLY CLOUDY SUNNY 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 records automatically clear every 24 hours since the initial battery installation To view the HIGH temperature recor...

Page 7: ...ensor 3 Reinstall the battery in the display unit 4 Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection Inaccurate temperature or humidity Make sure both the display unit and sensor are placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents see page 5 Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources see page 5 Inaccurat...

Page 8: ... 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 caus...

Page 9: ...ed 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 d...

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