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Ambient Weather WS-14 Wireless 8-Channel Floating Pool 

and Spa Thermometer with Daily Min/Max Display User 

Manual 

 

 

Table of Contents

 

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Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2

 

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Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 3

 

2.1 Parts List ....................................................................................................................................... 3

 

2.2 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer Sensor Set Up ..................................................................... 3

 

2.3 Sensor Placement .......................................................................................................................... 8

 

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Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 8

 

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Display Console Set Up .................................................................................................................. 9

 

4.1 Display Console Layout .............................................................................................................. 10

 

4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ..................................................................................................... 10

 

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Display Features ............................................................................................................................ 10

 

5.1 Rate of Change Icon .................................................................................................................... 10

 

5.2 Console Operation....................................................................................................................... 11

 

5.2.1 Set Mode .............................................................................................................................. 11

 

5.2.2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms ...................................................................................... 11

 

5.2.3 Alarm Defaults ..................................................................................................................... 11

 

5.2.4

 

Setting the Min and Max Alarm ....................................................................................... 11

 

5.3 Manually Reset Max/Min ........................................................................................................... 12

 

5.4 Channel Selection ....................................................................................................................... 12

 

5.5 Sensor Search Mode .................................................................................................................... 12

 

5.6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ............................................................................... 12

 

5.7 Adjustment or Calibration ........................................................................................................... 13

 

5.7.1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration.............................................................................. 13

 

5.7.2 Indoor (Console) Temperature Calibration .......................................................................... 13

 

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Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 14

 

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Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 14

 

7.1 Wireless Specifications ............................................................................................................... 14

 

7.2 Measurement Specifications ....................................................................................................... 14

 

7.3 Power Consumption .................................................................................................................... 14

 

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Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 15

 

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Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 16

 

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FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 16

 

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Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 17

 

Summary of Contents for WS-14

Page 1: ... 1 Rate of Change Icon 10 5 2 Console Operation 11 5 2 1 Set Mode 11 5 2 2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms 11 5 2 3 Alarm Defaults 11 5 2 4 Setting the Min and Max Alarm 11 5 3 Manually Reset Max Min 12 5 4 Channel Selection 12 5 5 Sensor Search Mode 12 5 6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication 12 5 7 Adjustment or Calibration 13 5 7 1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration 13 5 7 2 Indoor Cons...

Page 2: ...g sensors and receivers additional sensors and receivers are sold separately Item Number Image Description F007T 8 channel sensor measures temperature Applications include indoor and outdoor air temperature measurement F007TP 8 channel sensor measures probe temperature Applications include refrigerators and freezers where the probe is placed inside the appliance s and the display is outside water ...

Page 3: ...r F007PF for pool spa Dimensions LxHxW 8 5 x 4 2 x 3 7 216 x 106 x 95mm LCD Dimensions LxW 1 1 x 0 62 27 x 16mm Remote sensor depth 7 1 180mm 1 Display Console Frame Dimensions LxHxW 4 0 x 2 95 x 1 00 in LCD Dimensions LxW 1 96 x 1 77 LCD Segment Height 0 78 inches 1 User Manual 2 2 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer Sensor Set Up Note We recommend fresh alkaline batteries for temperature ranges be...

Page 4: ... the main body of the sensor by removing the lid as shown in Figure 2 Figure 2 2 The floating thermometer includes dip switches for assigning channel numbers BEFORE inserting the batteries locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of the transmitter Figure 3 displays all four switches in the OFF position factory default setting Figure 3 ...

Page 5: ...C change Dip Switch 4 as referenced in Table 1 DIP SWITCH FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 DOWN DOWN DOWN Channel 1 DOWN DOWN UP Channel 2 optional 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 8 optional DOWN F UP C Table 1 3 Reference Figure 4 Install 4 x AAA batteries Figure 4 1 Open the...

Page 6: ...ting data 5 Verify the correct channel number CH and temperature units of measure F vs C are on the display as shown in Figure 5 Figure 5 1 temperature 2 temperature units F vs C 3 channel number 6 Close the battery door Make sure both red colored gaskets are properly seated in their traces prior to closing the battery door as shown in Figure 6 Failure to properly seal the floating thermometer wil...

Page 7: ...t is firmly locked and the key is aligned 2 Insert the key and turn 90 degrees to lock the lid as shown in Figure 7 Figure 7 A tether can be added into the key as shown in Figure 8 Figure 8 Place the sensor in the water and make sure that it is within the effective transmission range from the display console ...

Page 8: ...hrough solid earth or ground Figure 9 reference B Use a tether string to fix the sensor in the pool or spa ii Place the console at least three feet away from computers TVs and wireless phones iii Avoid transmitting through solid metal barriers Figure 9 3 Maintenance During each battery change 1 2 years we recommend applying waterproof silicon grease to the seals http en wikipedia org wiki Silicone...

Page 9: ...d remove the battery cover and insert three AAA alkaline or lithium avoid rechargeable unless fully charged and high quality batteries in the back of the display console All of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds to verify all segments are operating properly 1 Replace the battery door and place the console in the upright position with the desk stand folded out The console will instant...

Page 10: ... the troubleshooting guide in Section 8 4 1 Display Console Layout Figure 11 4 2 Sensor Operation Verification Verify the indoor and floating pool temperature match closely in the same location about 5 to 10 apart The sensors should be within 2 F the accuracy is 1 F Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize The temperature can be adjusted or calibrated later to match each other or a kno...

Page 11: ...The time alarm icon will appear when set and disappear when disabled Press do not hold the SET key to advance to the next setting 6 Temperature Units of Measure Press the key to switch between F and C units of measure Press the SET key to advance to the next setting 7 Max Min Clearing The Max Min can be programmed to clear daily at midnight or manually Press the key to switch between Clears Daily ...

Page 12: ...n Press and hold the CH button for 3 seconds and the remote search icon will be constantly displayed for up to 3 minutes Once the signal is reacquired the remote search icon will turn off and the current values will be displayed 2 If new sensors are added subtracted or multiple sensor channels are lost press and hold the CH button for 5 seconds on any channel and the remote search icon will be con...

Page 13: ...n is to measure conditions of your surroundings which vary significantly from location to location 5 7 1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration Prior to entering the calibration mode press the CH button to select the remote temperature sensor you wish to adjust To enter the temperature calibration mode press and hold the SET and CH buttons at the same time for 5 seconds and the remote temperature v...

Page 14: ...d allow the sensor to stabilize for 48 hours Compare this temperature to the fluid thermometer and adjust the console to match the fluid thermometer 6 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 7 Specifications 7 1 Wirel...

Page 15: ...e display console If the sensor assembly is too close less than 5 move the sensor assembly away from the display console Make sure the remote sensor LCD display is working and the transmitter light is flashing once per 60 seconds Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote thermo hygrometer For cold weather environments install lithium batteries Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting...

Page 16: ...ubject 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 equip...

Page 17: ...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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