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date three years beyond the current year has already been sitting on a shelf for three to
four years. Consider what happens to your car battery if you let it sit unused for three to
four years.
If you have a voltmeter and your older batteries test to 1.48 or better, they should power
our products. New plain alkaline batteries often test to 1.6 or better.
Use good quality alkaline batteries with an expiration date of at least six years into the
future or newer. If you are using questionable batteries, be sure they measure at least 1.48
on a voltmeter. Generic or store brand batteries, and batteries labeled super, ultra, max,
heavy duty, lithium and rechargeable should be avoided. These batteries provide their
power at different rates than plain alkaline batteries. This may cause problems, especially
with the display unit. It is not always a low battery that causes problems. It may be an
overpowered battery.
Section 1 – Proper Restart (Quick Set-up Guide)
In the event of installing or changing batteries in any of the units, all units need to be reset
by following the setup procedures.
Have both the indoor display unit and the outdoor transmitter (sensor) inside and five to six
feet apart with nothing between them.
Remove all power from both units.
