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Instruction Manual 

CONTENTS 

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2 

Package Contents .................. 2 

Product Registration ............... 2 

Features & Benefits: 5-in-1....... 3 

Features & Benefits: Display.... 4 

Back of Display Unit............... 6 

Setup .................................... 7 

5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 7 

Display Unit Setup

 

................. 8 

Set the Time & Date

 

............... 9 

Measurement Units ...............10 

Placement Guidelines

 

............11 

5-in-1 Sensor Installation........12 

Using the Weather Center .....13 

Programmable Alarms...........13 

Troubleshooting

 

....................15 

Care & Maintenance.............17 

Calibration

 

...........................17 

Specifications........................19 

FCC Information ...................19 

Customer Support ................ 20 

Warranty............................. 20 

Professional Weather Center 

model 00502

 

Questions?

 Contact Customer Support at 

(877) 221-1252 or visit www.

AcuRite

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Page 1: ...8 Set the Time Date 9 Measurement Units 10 Placement Guidelines 11 5 in 1 Sensor Installation 12 Using the Weather Center 13 Programmable Alarms 13 Troubleshooting 15 Care Maintenance 17 Calibration 17 Specifications 19 FCC Information 19 Customer Support 20 Warranty 20 Professional Weather Center model 00502 Questions Contact Customer Support at 877 221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com SAVE THIS MAN...

Page 2: ... to the LCD screen prior to using this product Locate the tab and peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display unit with tabletop stand 2 5 in 1 sensor 3 Sensor mounting bracket 4 Mounting hardware 5 Snap in debris filter for rain collector 6 Power adapter 7 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year w...

Page 3: ...sulting in more accurate temperature measurement 3 A B C Switch ID code that must match display s A B C switch to ensure units synchronize 4 Battery Compartment 7 9 3 4 5 8 10 5 Temperature Humidity Sensors internal 6 Mounting Bracket 7 Wind Speed Anemometer 8 Wind Direction Vane 9 Mounting Bracket 10 Mounting Hardware Includes anchors and screws Qty Diameter Length 4 4 1 2 6 11 Debris Filter Snap...

Page 4: ...4 Features Benefits Display 10 37 11 12 9 28 29 31 32 30 33 1 3 4 5 7 8 6 2 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 24 36 35 38 13 14 16 15 17 18 34 34 ...

Page 5: ...nd date recorded for current category selected on display 15 Press twice for all time high and date recorded 19 Record Low Shown for current category selected on the display 15 20 Clear Button Deletes record low 19 shown 21 Record High Shown for current category selected on the display 15 22 Clear Button Deletes record high 21 shown 23 Date 24 Current Month Total Rainfall 25 All Time Total Rainfal...

Page 6: ...ed Hang Hole for easy wall mounting 3 Battery Compartment Cover 4 A B C Switch ID code that must match 5 in 1 sensor s A B C switch to ensure units synchronize 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Clears data recorded since 12 00am 6 Reset Full reset to factory defaults 7 Clear All Clears all data recorded 8 Battery Compartment 9 Plugin for Power Adapter 10 Power Adapter ...

Page 7: ...in 1 sensor requires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions Cold temperatures can 3 cause alkaline batteries to function improperly Use lithium batteries in the 5 in 1 sensor for temperatures below 4ºF 20ºC 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 4 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery c...

Page 8: ...E OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE A B C set to match 2 Plug in Power Adapter IMPORTANT Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of a power outage Power adapter is recommended as the primary power source to enjoy the full functionality of this product WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS BATTERY SAFETY Clean the battery cont...

Page 9: ... Note the AM and PM indicators 4 Press the button to confirm hour selection 5 Press the up or down arrows to adjust minutes 6 Press the button to confirm minute selection The clock is now set Set the Date Note The stays in Selectable Categories 1 Press the up or down arrow buttons until even after setup SET DATE is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display unit 2 Press the button to...

Page 10: ... displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display unit 2 Press the button to set the unit preference 3 Press the up or down arrows to select STAND for standard or METRIC for metric units 4 Press the button to confirm your selection 5 Next you will see WIND MPH Press the up or down arrows to select MPH KPH or KNOTS for wind speed units 6 Press the button to confirm your selection Units are ...

Page 11: ...s away from large metallic items thick walls metal surfaces or other objects that may limit wireless communication PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE Place both units at least 3 feet 9 m away from electronic devices TV computer microwave radio etc LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES Position sensor away from heaters air conditioners chimneys exhaust vents asphalt and concrete surfaces that radiate heat LOCAT...

Page 12: ...tion 1 Fasten mounting base included to a post or pipe not included using the 4 longer screws included in the hardware bag 1 5 meters 2 Insert the mounting base into the hole on the bottom of the sensor 3 Make sure the arrows on the top of the sensor are pointed in the proper direction and the bubble level is centered The solar cell should be facing south to properly orient the wind direction SOUT...

Page 13: ...er forecaster displays the current pressure direction it s trending FALLING STEADY or RISING and a pressure chart The chart tracks and displays the change in pressure so you can monitor the rate of change over time Rainfall Event The rainfall feature tracks rain accumulation over all time the current month and current rainfall event Current event clears when no rain registers for 8 hours OR no rai...

Page 14: ...ther category and the alarm setting flashes 3 Adjust the alarm value by pressing the up or down arrow buttons 4 Press the button to confirm a value 5 Next press the button to activate the alarm The alarm ON indicator will highlight on the display Alarm is now programmed and turned on To set or adjust an alarm value Press and hold To activate or deactivate an alarm Press Silence a Sounding Alarm Th...

Page 15: ...door sensor 3 Reinstall batteries in display unit 4 Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection Outdoor temperature is flashing or showing dashes Flashing of the outdoor temperature may be an indication of wireless interference Make sure the A B C switch in the battery compartments of both the display unit and sensor are switched to the sam...

Page 16: ... do not hear it you may need to clean inside the sensor Video available at www acurite com 5in1 Inaccurate wind readings What is wind reading being compared to Pro weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high or more Make sure to compare data using a sensor positioned at the same mounting height Check location of the sensor Ensure it s mounted a minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructi...

Page 17: ...tor Cup Remove and empty rain collector debris filter The debris filter is located in the rain col lector funnel Remove from the top by gently squeezing and pulling out Clean the Wind Vane Anemometer Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind vane and anemometer If needed use a small amount of spray lubricant clear silicone or graphite powder on the anemomet...

Page 18: ...ater should take more than 20 minutes to empty a quicker period will result in inaccurate calibration Try to simulate a normal steady rainfall When cup is empty of water display unit should register 1 06 Tips There should be nearly an equal number of water drops about 25 water drops between bucket tips If not adjust the calibration screws on the bottom of the 5 in 1 sensor until an equal number of...

Page 19: ...These limits are designed to 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...

Page 20: ...placed 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 install...

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Page 22: ...rovide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com Chaney Instrument Co All rights reserved AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co Lake Geneva WI 53147 All other trademarks and copy Printed in China rights are the property of their respective owners AcuRite uses patented technology 00502 INST 070114 Visit www AcuRite com patents fo...

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