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2000

Pocket Weather 

®

 Meter

with Backlight

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Revised 01/09

Thank you for purchasing the Kestrel 2000 Pocket 

Weather Meter. This instrument will measure the 

following environmental conditions:

• wind speed 

 

 

 

• maximum wind gust

 

• average wind speed 

 

This instrument also features a data hold function and 

an automatic power-down function. Every unit is fully 

tested at our factory for measurement accuracy and 

waterproof integrity. 

• temperature (air, water, snow) 

• windchill

Summary of Contents for 2000 Pocket Weather

Page 1: ...er This instrument will measure the following environmental conditions wind speed maximum wind gust average wind speed This instrument also features a data hold function and an automatic power down function Every unit is fully tested at our factory for measurement accuracy and waterproof integrity temperature air water snow windchill ...

Page 2: ... reverse order The instantaneous measurements will be displayed See Understanding the Measurements section for more information 4 Select the units of measure Press MAX AVG while holding MAX to scroll through the units of measure Mode Hint Icon Units of Measure Wind Speed SPd m s ft min km h mph kt B Max Gust SPd MAX m s ft min km h mph kt B Avg Speed SPd AVG m s ft min km h mph kt B Temperature dE...

Page 3: ...d Avg Wind Speed Modes will continue to work as usual 6 Turn on the backlight Press MAX AVG to activate the backlight for 10 seconds If or M A X A V G are pressed while the backlight is illuminated the backlight will remain illuminated for another 10 seconds Press MAX AVG while the backlight is illuminated to manually turn off the backlight 7 Turn off Hold MAX AVG for 2 seconds to manually turn of...

Page 4: ...ermistor will respond quickly to changes in temperature when air flows past it For fastest response either hold the unit into the wind or wave the unit side to side for 15 seconds Readings should be taken in the shade Wind Chill Combination of wind speed and temperature as defined by the US National Weather Service Wind chill is the effective temperature on a human or animal at low temperatures du...

Page 5: ... dim or disappears replace the battery Use a large coin to open the battery compartment Use only new CR2032 coin cell batteries available where watch batteries are sold Wipe the battery clean of any fingerprints and insert the positive pole up angling the battery downward and pressing it firmly into place When replacing the battery door be sure to keep the black rubber o ring seated in the groove ...

Page 6: ... due to wear of the sapphire bearings in the impeller Replacing the Impeller You may recalibrate the wind speed readings by replacing the impeller Press FIRMLY on the sides of the black impeller housing with your thumbs to remove the entire assembly When inserting the new impeller be sure the arrow is facing the display side of the unit and is aligned with the top of the meter Press on the sides o...

Page 7: ...of performance in tough conditions Every Kestrel is designed and manufactured at NK s facility in Boothwyn PA We guarantee every Kestrel Pocket Weather Meter to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of FIVE YEARS from your date of purchase We will repair or replace any defective product or part when notified within the warranty period and will return the product via domestic...

Page 8: ...ather com We keep your registration information strictly confidential and do not sell it share it or use it for anything but product related information bulletins which you may decline receiving If you do not register and cannot provide proof of purchase your warranty period will be measured from our date of manufacture determined by serial number We request that you contact NK if you feel your pr...

Page 9: ...stated specifications for that product on the back If you feel an NK product is not meeting specs when you receive it call us and we ll make sure you are operating it correctly If it still appears that it may be out of spec return it to us within 30 days of purchase and we will test and recalibrate all values at no charge Beyond 30 days we offer reasonably priced tests calibration services and N I...

Page 10: ...estrel is the smallest North American falcon Beautiful and highly adaptable it can be found virtually everywhere in North America It is unique among falcons for its ability to both hover at very low speeds and dive at very high speeds Assembled in the USA The Kestrel 2000 is protected by US Patent 5 783 753 and 5 939 645 Other patents pending Nielsen Kellerman reserves the right to change product ...

Page 11: ...7 at www kestrelweather com knowledgecenter For email assistance with the installation or operation of your NK product write techsupport kestrelweather com For help with an apparent malfunction or to arrange or inquire about a repair write repairs kestrelweather com Or call 800 784 4221 610 447 1555 outside of the USA Monday to Friday 9 to 5 ...

Page 12: ...your Kestrel Pocket Weather Meter online at www kestrelweather com NIELSEN KELLERMAN 21 Creek Circle Boothwyn PA 19061 Phone 610 447 1555 Fax 610 447 1577 Web www kestrelweather com Email info kestrelweather com ...

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