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seals: 
 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicone_grease

 

 
Silicone grease is available at most hardware and pool stores. 

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Glossary of Terms 

 

Term 

Definition 

Accuracy 

Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual 
value of the quantity being measured. 

Range 

Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured. 

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Specifications 

4.1 Wireless Specifications 

 

Line of sight wireless transmission (in open air): 150 feet, 100 feet under most conditions. 

 

Frequency: 433 MHz 

 

Update Rate: 60 seconds 

4.2 Measurement Specifications 

The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters.   
 

Measurement 

Range 

Accuracy 

Resolution 

Channel 1-8 
Temperature 

-40 to 140 °F 

± 1 °F 

0.1 °F 

4.3 Power Consumption 

 

Remote sensor : 4 x AAA 1.5V Alkaline or Lithium batteries (not included) 

 

Battery life:   
Minimum 24 months for floating thermometer sensor (use lithium batteries for temperatures 
less than -4 °F) 

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Troubleshooting Guide 

If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows: 
 

1.

 

Email Support: 

[email protected]

 

2.

 

Live Chat Support: 

www.ambientweather.com/chat.html

 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) 

3.

 

Technical Support: 480-346-3380 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) 
 
 

Problem 

Solution 

Wireless remote (floating thermometer) 
not reporting in to console. 
 
There are dashes (--.-) on the display 
console. 

The maximum line of sight communication range is 150’ 
and 100’ under most conditions. Move the sensor closer 
to the display console. 
 
If the sensor assembly is too close (less than 5’), move 
the sensor assembly away from the display console. 

Summary of Contents for F007PF

Page 1: ... Warnings 2 3 Getting Started 2 2 1 Parts List 2 2 2 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer Sensor Set Up 2 2 3 Sensor Placement 9 4 Maintenance 9 5 Glossary of Terms 10 6 Specifications 10 4 1 Wireless Specifications 10 4 2 Measurement Specifications 10 4 3 Power Consumption 10 7 Troubleshooting Guide 10 8 Accessories 11 9 Liability Disclaimer 12 10 FCC Statement 12 11 Warranty Information 13 ...

Page 2: ...d later and will be listed on the FAQ website 2 Warnings Desiccant Pack Warning Do not remove the enclosed desiccant pack s We recommend replacing the pack s once per year 3 Getting Started Note The power up sequence must be performed in the order shown in this section insert batteries in the remote transmitter s first Display Console second 2 1 Parts List QTY Item 1 Thermometer transmitter F007PF...

Page 3: ...and 3 twist the main body of the sensor by removing the lid as shown in Figure 2 IMPORTANT NOTE Turn the lid counter clockwise to open like the lid of a jar Turning the lid clockwise may overtighten the lid Figure 2 IMPORTANT NOTE Turn the lid counter clockwise to open like the lid of a jar Figure 3 Turning the lid clockwise may overtighten the lid ...

Page 4: ...the transmitter Figure 5 displays all four switches in the OFF position factory default setting NOTE The second generation pool float includes a reset button If the display does not power up after inserting the batteries press the reset button shown in Figure 4 If your pool float does not include a reset button cover the solar panel with one hand remove the batteries wait 60 seconds reinsert the b...

Page 5: ...d in Table 1 Temperature Units of Measure To change the transmitter display units of measure F vs C change Dip Switch 4 as referenced in Table 1 DIP SWITCH FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 DOWN DOWN DOWN Channel 1 pool DOWN DOWN UP Channel 2 SPA DOWN UP DOWN Channel 3 optional DOWN UP UP Channel 4 optional UP DOWN DOWN Channel 5 optional UP DOWN UP Channel 6 optional UP UP DOWN Channel 7 optional UP UP UP Channel...

Page 6: ...he battery compartment observing the correct battery polarity 4 After inserting the batteries the remote sensor LED indicator will light for 4 seconds and then flash once per 60 seconds thereafter Each time it flashes the sensor is transmitting data 5 Verify the correct channel number CH and temperature units of measure F vs C are on the display as shown in Figure 7 Figure 7 1 temperature ...

Page 7: ...n their traces prior to closing the battery door as shown in Figure 8 Failure to properly seal the floating thermometer will result in water leakage and damage Figure 8 7 To close the lid 1 Twist the lid until it is firmly locked and the key is aligned 2 Insert the key and turn 90 degrees to lock the lid as shown in Figure 9 Figure 9 A tether can be added into the key as shown in Figure 10 ...

Page 8: ...Version 1 5 Copyright 2017 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 8 Figure 10 Place the sensor in the water and make sure that it is within the effective transmission range from the display console ...

Page 9: ...pool or spa 2 Place the console at least three feet away from computers TVs and wireless phones 3 Avoid transmitting through solid metal barriers Figure 11 NOTE The F007PF is designed to float If the F007PF is used under a cover and the sensor is constantly submerged the additional pressure will lead to premature gasket failure Moisture will enter the sensor compartment and cause sensor failure 4 ...

Page 10: ...curacy Resolution Channel 1 8 Temperature 40 to 140 F 1 F 0 1 F 4 3 Power Consumption Remote sensor 4 x AAA 1 5V Alkaline or Lithium batteries not included Battery life Minimum 24 months for floating thermometer sensor use lithium batteries for temperatures less than 4 F 7 Troubleshooting Guide If your question is not answered here you can contact us as follows 1 Email Support support ambientweath...

Page 11: ...einsert the batteries and uncover the solar panel LCD display fading or unreadable Replace batteries in the floating thermometer Extreme heat or cold will cause the display to fade but does not affect the wireless functionality Bring into house to restore display 8 Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for this weather station at www AmbientWeather com Accessory...

Page 12: ...subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Statement according to FCC part 15 21 Modifications not expressly approved by this company could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Statement according to FCC part 15 105 NOTE This equi...

Page 13: ...lowing specified exceptions 1 damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance 2 damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual 3 damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized Ambient LLC authorized service center 4 units used for other than home use 5 appl...

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