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Freezer test: Confirm the atomic clock is reading the correct Outdoor sensor (not a
neighbor’s sensor). Place the Outdoor sensor in the freezer for an hour and watch the
temperature drop on the atomic clock.
Indoor distance test: Please complete the
with Outdoor sensor and atomic clock
5-10 feet apart and inside to establish a strong connection.
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After 15 minutes, if there is a reading in the Outdoor temperature area, move the
Outdoor sensor to another room with one wall between the Outdoor sensor and the
atomic clock.
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Observe to see if the temperature remains on consistently for 1 hour.
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If the temperature remains on while in the house, then it is likely a
distance/resistance
issue.
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Move the Outdoor sensor to different locations outside to find a location where the
temperature reading will hold.
Outdoor Temperature is stuck or HH.H, LL.L
Explanation: These symbols are error messages indicating the Outdoor sensor is outside
of its readable range.
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Overpowered or underpowered batteries can cause this reading.
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Replace Outdoor sensor.
Outdoor sensor drains batteries quickly
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Test a new set of alkaline batteries. Write down the date of installation and the voltage
of the batteries.
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When the batteries fail, please note the date and voltage again.
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Check the
distance
and
resistance
between the Outdoor sensor and atomic clock.
Outdoor sensors at the end of the range may work while batteries are fresh but not
after they drain a bit.
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Check for leaking batteries, which may damage the Outdoor sensor.
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Battery life is over 18 months when using reputable battery brands.
Outdoor sensor fell. The sensor no longer works
Explanation: If there is no physical damage to the Outdoor sensor, the fall may not have
caused internal damage. A fall can shock the Outdoor sensor or the batteries in the
Outdoor sensor. Batteries that have fallen on a hard surface may be damaged and unable
to function properly.
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Complete a
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dated at least six years in advance of the current year. Batteries dated
earlier than six years from now may still work but may be unstable in performance.
Note: A Outdoor sensor that has fallen into puddle, snow, or other standing water, will
likely have water damage and need to be replaced. Outdoor sensors are water resistant,
not waterproof.