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1. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE The manufacturer not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused unauthorized modifications to this equipment Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment 12 Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best in class service For assistance please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways O 877 221 1252 info chaney inst com 24 7 support at www AcuRite com gt Installation Videos gt Register your Product gt Instruction Manuals gt Support User Forum gt Replacement Parts gt Submit Feedback amp Ideas IMPORTANT oreert warranty service PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online SUPPORT to receive year warranty protection ene www AcRite com Register a Product Limited One Year Warranty At AcuRite we proudly uphold our commitment warranty will not be breached and Chaney will give no credit for products it manufactures which have received normal wear to quality technology Chaney Instrument Co and tear been damaged including by acts of nature tampered warrants that all products it manufactures to abused improp2. Toggle between rainfall readings for EVENT 1 DAY WEEK TOTAL A or TOTAL B CLEAR Button Clears the data that is currently being viewed HIST Button Displays historical data FLOOD WATCH ALARM Indicator Indicates conditions are present that could lead to flooding RAIN ALARM Indicator Indicates that a rain event has begun Display Low Battery Indicator 12 13 14 15 16 HISTORY Icon Indicates historical data is being viewed Time Date 10 SET Button for setup preferences Button for setup preferences Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength RAIN ALARM Button Press to turn rain alert function ON Rain Collector Low Battery Indicator FLOOD WATCH Button Press to turn flood alert function ON Rainfall Total for current mode selected SQUEEZE TABS 20 RAIN COLLECTOR 17 Rain Collector Cover 18 Rain Collector Tipping Cups Collects and empties rain for continuous rain measurement 19 Battery Electronic Box 20 Rain Collector Base AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended Rain Collector 1 Separate rain collector cover from the base by gently squeezing tabs and pulling the cover upwards 2 Remove battery box by squeezing the two gt tabs on each end together soueze 3 Insert 2 batteries into the battery 08 compar
3. 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 copyrights Printed in China are the property of their respective owners AcuRite uses patented technology 00875 INST 042414 Visit www AcuRite com patents for details
4. the batteries from both units Reinstall batteries in the rain collector first Reinstall batteries in the display unit last Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for 20 minutes to gain a strong connection No rainfall Remove rain collector cover Does the tipping lever flip Display shows back and forth easily Try tipping it manually to see if it will register this as rain If not try the reset steps zeroes listed above e Make sure the rain collector is mounted securely so that it cannot move or sway in the wind The rain Rainfall registering collector should be mounted on a solid and level when there s surface in a clear area away from any overhead no rain obstructions that may block rainfall Make sure you are using standard alkaline batteries not heavy duty max or rechargeable No the rainfall collector should be brought indoors when Can the rainfall collector there is a possibility of freezing temperatures Water remain outdoors in expands when it freezes If any water is left within the freezing temperatures collector during a freeze it can crack the plastic and cause permanent damage Display screen Check that the batteries are installed correctly not working Batteries may need to be replaced If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps visit www AcuRite com or call 877 221 1252 for assistance Calibration Calibrate the Rain Gau
5. AK U gt 2 ITE Instruction Manual Rain Gauge model 00875 CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions 2 Using the Rain Gauge 8 Package Contents 2 Troubleshooting 10 Product Registration 27 SRC GD rat wer 2 11 Features amp Benefits 3 amp Maintenance 12 er 5 Specifications 12 Install or Replace Batteries 5 FCC Information 12 Set Time Date amp Units 6 Customer Support 13 Placement Guidelines 13 Rain Collector Installation 7 Questions Contact Customer Support at 877 221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ACUIPRITE Congratulations on your new AcuRite product To ensure the best possible product performance please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference Unpacking Instructions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product Locate the tab and peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display unit 2 Rain collector 3 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT warranty service PRODUCT REGISTRATION to receive year warranty protection Register online SUPPORT lite o Lr bal www AcuRite com Register a Product Features 8 Benefits 456 7 8 DISPLAY UNIT MODE Button
6. cal readings You will automatically exit HISTORY mode if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds Enter HISTORY mode at any time by pressing the HIST button EVENT Mode When EVENT mode is selected rainfall data is shown for the most recent rain fall An event ends when no rainfall has been detected for 8 hours An event may be a brief drizzle or a multi day storm To display the last 7 rain event rainfall totals press the HIST button Each time the HIST button is pressed one rain event is displayed with the event s time and date To clear an event from memory press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the event is being viewed Clearing data from EVENT mode does not impact other modes 1 DAY Mode When 1 DAY mode is selected rainfall data is shown for today To display the DAILY RAIN for the last 7 days press the HIST button Each time the HIST button is pressed the total rainfall recorded for the day will be shown with the time rainfall started if applicable and date To clear any DAY rainfall total from memory press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the data for the day is being viewed Clearing a day s rainfall data will subtract that rainfall amount from the WEEK TOTAL A and TOTAL B modes WEEK Mode When WEEK mode is selected rainfall data is shown for the past calendar week Sunday through Saturday To display the WEEKLY RAIN for the last 7 weeks press the HIST button Each time the HIST button is pressed the t
7. erly installed damaged in shipping or repaired be of good material and workmanship and to or altered by others than authorized representatives of Chaney be free of defects when properly installed and The above described warranty is expressly in lieu of all other operated fora period of one year from the date warranties express or implied and all other warranties are of purchase hereby expressly disclaimed including without limitation the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty We recommend that you visit us at 1 a a particular purpose Chaney expressly disclaims all liability for special consequential or incidental damages www AcuRite com for the fastest Wy to register a tort or by re from any breach of this your product However product registration warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation does not eliminate the need to retain your of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation original proof of purchase in order to obtain or exclusion may not apply to you Chaney further disclaims all liability from personal injury relating to its products to the extent permitted by law By acceptance of any of Chaney s products Chaney Instrument Co warrants that all products it manufactures the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising warranty benefits to be of good material and workmanship and to be free of from their use or misuse No person firm or corporatio
8. ge The rain gauge can be calibrated to improve accuracy Items Needed rain collector display unit plastic cup pin screw driver 1 First place the rain collector on a level surface 2 Place the display unit close by so you can monitor it during calibration 3 Make a pin hole in the bottom of a plastic cup Hold the cup over the rain gauge and fill it with exactly 1 cup 8 oz of water allowing the water to slowly drip into the rain gauge You should hear the internal cups tipping and see the water drain through the rain gauge 4 A few seconds after each cup tip the display unit will display rainfall in ap proximately 0 01 or more increments 5 The cup of water should take more than 20 minutes to empty a quicker period will result in an inaccurate calibration Try to simulate a normal steady rainfall When the cup is empty of water the display unit should register 2 20 Tips e There should be nearly an equal number of water drops between cup tips If not then adjust the calibration screws beneath the tipping lever until an equal number of water drops are tipping the cups Then restart the calibration procedure e If you don t hear the cups tipping and see water dripping alternately out of each drain there may be an issue with the rain gauge or it s adjustment Adjustment If the rain gauge doesn t register close to 2 20 after the cup is empty make an COLLECTING CUP EQUAL adjustment to the two calibratio
9. metallic items thick walls metal surfaces or other objects that may limit wireless communication e To prevent wireless interference place both units at least 3 ft 9 away from electronic devices TV computer microwave radio etc Ly ES 3 feet 1 65 feet maximum 50 meters Rain Collector Installation e To ensure accurate rain measurement the rain collector MUST be placed on a flat level surface Ensure the rain collector is not placed in a low spot that could become flooded or in an area where there obstructions above it 1 Separate the rain collector cover from the rain collector base 2 Locate the two holes on the rain collector base 3 Fasten the rain collector base to a sturdy surface like a deck railing or a fence post with screws included using hand tools Power tools may slip during installation causing damage to the rain collector rt Setup is Complete The rain collector will now synchronize with the display unit lt may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly 7 OPERATION Using the Rain Gauge Modes amp Historical Data Press the MODE button to view rainfall data for different modes While a mode is being viewed press the CLEAR button to erase the reading being viewed or press the HIST button to view histori
10. n screws located beneath the tipping cups Turn screws clockwise to increase rainfall turn screw counter clockwise to decrease rainfall e To adjust the rainfall reading by 2 turn both screws 1 4 of a turn e To adjust the rainfall reading by 4 turn both screws 1 2 of a turn e To adjust the rainfall reading by 8 turn both screws 1 full turn 2 CALIBRATION SCREWS Care 8 Maintenance Display Unit Care Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives Keep away from dust dirt and moisture Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air Rain Collector Care Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives that could mar the polished surface of the rain collector or tipping cups If the collector becomes dirty rain water may not flow correctly through the rain collector Some environmental conditions may require more frequent periodic cleaning of the collector After a cleaning it is recommend to apply a small amount of liquid water repellent found in the automotive section to the tipping cups and collector funnel for optimal rain collection The rainfall collector cannot be used in the winter during freezing tempera tures Water expands when it freezes If any water is left within the unit during freeze crack the plastic and permanently damage the unit Specifications 0 to 99 99 O to 99 99 cm WIRELESS RANGE 165 ft 50 m depending
11. n is defects when properly installed and operated for a period of authorized to assume for Chaney any other liability in connection one year from the date of purchase Remedy for breach of this with the sale of its products Furthermore no person firm or warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this item s Any product which under normal use and service is paragraph and the preceding paragraph unless done in writing proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney This warranty YEAR from date of sale will upon examination by Chaney gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other and at its sole option be repaired or replaced by Chaney rights which vary from state to state 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 For in warranty claims Chaney Instrument Co 965 Wells St Lake Geneva WI 53147 13 14 15 Weather Temperature Weather Kitchen Clocks Stations amp Humidity Alert Radio Thermometers amp Timers It s more than accurate It S ACUO RITE AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments designed to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence
12. on home construction materials WIRELESS FREQUENCY 433 MHz Display 2 x alkaline batteries Rain Collector 2 x AA alkaline batteries DATA REPORTING 60 second updates FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may NOT cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not era approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules 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 If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
13. otal rainfall recorded for the week will be shown with the time rainfall started if applicable and date To clear any WEEK rainfall total from memory press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the data for the week is being viewed Clearing a week s rainfall data will subtract that rainfall amount from TOTAL A and TOTAL B modes TOTAL A B Mode TOTAL A and TOTALB are total rainfall measured since the rain gauge was powered on or since the last time the mode was cleared To display the start time and date for TOTAL A or TOTAL B press the HIST button To clear TOTAL A or TOTAL B mode press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the mode is being viewed Alarms Flood Watch Alarm Press the FLOOD WATCH button to activate or deactivate the FLOOD WATCH ALARM When the alarm is ON and flood and saturation conditions are pres ent an alarm will sound and the FLOOD WATCH indicator will highlight on the display Flood conditions include gt 3 in the last 7 days and then gt 0 7 in the last 2 hours or gt 1 in the last 24 hours gt 2 3 in the last 4 days and then gt 0 7 in the last 2 hours or gt 1 in the last 24 hours gt 1 5 in the last 2 days and then gt 0 7 in the last 2 hours or gt 1 in the last 24 hours gt 1 4 in the last 2 hours gt 1 6 in the last 8 hours gt 1 8 in the last 24 hours If flood or saturation conditions occur the alarm sounds for 1 minute or until any button is pressed If no but
14. tings to function properly It is important to set the time date and units before using the rain gauge Press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds to enter SET MODE Once in set mode the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display To adjust the currently selected flashing item press and release the button press and HOLD to fast adjust To save your adjustments press and release the SET button again to adjust the next preference The preference set order is as follows CLOCK HOUR note AM PM indicators CLOCK MINUTE CALENDAR MONTH CALENDAR DATE CALENDAR YEAR UNITS INCH or MM You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 20 sec onds Enter setup mode at any time by pressing and holding the SET button for 3 seconds Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions Proper placement of both the display unit and rain collector are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product po Unit Placement Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust Display unit stands upright for tabletop use or is wall mountable Important Placement Guidelines e Display unit and rain collector must be within 165 ft 50 m of each other To maximize wireless range and communication install the rain collector least 3 feet above ground Place both the display and the collector away from large
15. tment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment are 4 Securely place the battery box back into the rain collector base 5 Securely re attach the rain collector cover onto rain collector base Display Unit 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover CEA PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE 4 WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS BATTERY SAFETY Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of time Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment Promptly remove dead batteries from the device Dispose of used batteries properly Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used DO NOT incinerate used batteries DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire as batteries may explode or leak DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries alkaline standard DO NOT use rechargeable batteries DO NOT recharge non rechargeable batteries DO NOT short circuit the supply terminals Set the Time Date Units This rain gauge is equipped with historical data and alarms that require accurate time and date set
16. tons are pressed the FLOOD WATCH indicator will flash on the display and the alarm will sound three times on the hour for the next 8 hours NOTE The rain gauge measures rainfall even while the flood alarm is off Rain Alarm Press the RAIN ALARM button to activate or deactivate the RAIN ALARM When the alarm is ON and any rainfall is detected an alarm will sound and the RAIN ALARM indicator will highlight on the display The alarm sounds for 1 minute or until any button is pressed If no buttons are pressed the alarm will stop and the RAIN ALARM icon will flash for up to 30 minutes NOTE The FLOOD WATCH ALARM and RAIN ALARM are NOT intended to be a safety device or warning system Troubleshooting Dashes indicate that the display unit and rainfall collector are not synchronized Relocate the display unit and or the rainfall collector The units must be within 165 ft 30 of each other Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet 9 away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communication such as TVs microwaves computers etc 5 Use standard alkaline batteries Do not use heavy No rainfall duty or rechargeable batteries NOTE It may take up Display shows to 20 minutes for display unit and rainfall collector to dashes synchronize after batteries are replaced e Try resetting the units 1 Bring both the display unit and rainfall collector indoors and position side by side Remove
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