LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Chaney Instrument Company warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship and to be free of defects if properly installed and operated for a period of one year from date of purchase. REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE ITEMS. Any product which, under normal use and service, is proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR from date of sale will, upon examination by Chaney, and at its sole option, be repaired or replaced by Chaney. In all cases, 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 shall have received normal wear and tear, been damaged, tampered, abused, improperly installed, darnaged in shipping, or repaired or altered by others than. authorized representatives of Chaney. THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CHANEY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING IN TORT OR BY CONTRACT FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION 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 EQUIPMENT OR PRODUCTS, THE PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL LIABILITY FOR THE CONSEQUENCES. ARISING FROM THEIR USE OR MISUSE. NO PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR CHANEY ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITS PRODUCTS. FURTHERMORE, NO PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION IS. AUTHORIZED TO MODIFY OR WAIVE THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH, AND THE PRECEDING PARAGRAPH, UNLESS DONE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY A DULY AUTHORIZED AGENT OF CHANEY. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. For in-warranty repair, please contact:
Customer Care Department Chaney Instrument Company 965 Wells Street Lake Geneva, WI 53147 Chaney Customer Care 877-221-1252 Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST www.chaneyinstrument.com This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of IC rules subject to the following two conditions:
1- This device may NOT cause harmfulinterference, and 2- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le prsent apparel est conforme aux CNR dIndusrie Canad applicables aux apparels radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes :
{1} Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) Cutilisateur de Cappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonictionnement. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly 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 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 intallation. This equipment 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.
* 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 is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorize modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment. Patent numbers: 5,978,738; 6,076,044; 6,597,990 ACURITE is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co. 00875W INST 111810 Lake Geneva, WI ACUPRITE. DESIGNED TO WORK FOR YOU"
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The Collector Upper Casing encloses the sensor/battery compartment component and seals the collection tipping bucket from wind and non-metered rain drops. To remove upper casing from lower casing, press inward on side tabs and lift up carefully. Rain Collection Tipping Bucket The Rain Collection Tipping Bucket collects a metered amount of rain and tips to automatically empty (self-emptying), allowing for continuous rain measurement. Battery & Electronics Box The Battery Compartment & Electronics Box component of the rain collector clicks into place and encases the batteries and other electronics components. To remove this componeat, squeeze the two tabs and ently slide the box out. Take care that the 0x is re-installed in the correct manner and that it clicks back into place securely to prevent water intrusion. SQUEEZE TABS Collector Lower Casing Base The Collector Lower Casing Base supports the entire rain gauge and also serves as a mounting base. It is very important that the base be placed on a flat, level surface for proper operation. INSTALLATION NOTE:
THE COLLECTOR MUST BE PLACED AT LEAST 3 FEET ABOVE THE GROUND FOR OPTIMAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATION. Now that setup is complete, you must choose a location to place the wireless rain collector and the display console. The wireless rain collector MUST be placed less than 165 feet (50 meters) away from the display console. This wireless rain gauge uses radio frequency for communication, which is susceptible to interference from other electronic devices and jorge metallic items or thick walls. Always place both units at least 3 feet away from appliances ( TV, microwave, radios, etc. ) or objects
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Tea I Place the display console in a dry area free of dirt and dust. You may place the display console on a table top or other flat surface. Placement of Rain Collector The wireless rain collector MUST BE PLACED OUTDOORS to record rain measurements and relay the information to the aisplay console. The wireless rain collector must be placed less than 165 feet (50 meters) away from the display console and MUST be placed on a flat, level surface to allow for proper rain measurement. The collector MUST BE PLACED AT LEAST 3 FEET ABOVE THE GROUND for optimal wireless communication. Make certain the rain collector is not placed in a low spot that may become flooded or in an area where there are obstructions above. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT bo PLACE IN WATER PLACE IN PLACE IN AN PLACE ON ALEVEL ORIN UNEVEN OR AREAS WHERE AREA WITH SURFACE AT LEAST LOW SPOTS THAT PLANT GROWTH OBSTRUCTIONS 3FEET FROMTHE MAY BECOME CAN GROW INTO ABOVE GROUND WITH NO FLOODED. CASE AND OBSTRUCT OBSTRUCTIONS RAIN FLOW THROUGH ABOVE. COLLECTOR 6 ca Installing Batteries - Rain Collector 2 AA Batteries Required (not included) Rain Gauge model 00875TX GENTLY SQUEEZE LOWER REMOVE THE BATTERY TABS AND PULL UP ON THE BOX BY SQUEEZING THE UPPER CASING TO SEPARATE TWO LARGE TABS TOGETHER SQUEEZE LARGE TABS SQUEEZE LARGE TABS SQUEEZE TABS TO OPEN INSTALL 2 FRESH AA WITH THE BATTERY BOX BATTERIES AND RE-INSTALL SECURELY INSTALLED, THE BATTERY BOX RE-ATTACH THE UPPER AND S LOWER CASING _m Surface Mounting of Rain Collector It is recommended that the rain collector be mounted to a solid, level surface with limited grass growth such as a deck railing or similar surface. To mount the rain collector, first separate the B base from the upper casing. Next locate the two holes within the wer casing base. Then, using only hand tools (power tools may slip durin:
use, possibly damaging sensitive rain collector components), secure the lower casing base to the chosen surface using the appropriate hardware. Care Instructions for Rain Collector Debris and Foreign Matter je outdoor use. However, certain environmental conditions may require periodic cleaning of the collector components. If the funnel be extremely dirty, rain water may not flow correctly into the rain collector. More extensive clearing out and cleaning of the funnel and other components may be required in these cases, It is recommended that the funnel be checked and cleaned periodically to ensure proper operation of the rain gauge system. Winter Climates The Wireless Rain Collector is designed to collect and record liquid rainfall only, it will not detect or record snowfall levels. It is recommended that the rain collector be brought indoors if you live in an area that has extreme cold weather, ice and snow during the winter months. wer casini SQUEEZE TABS TO OPEN INSTALL 2 SCREWS USING HAND TOOLS ONLY. THEN RE-ATTACH UPPER CASING ireless Rain Collector was designed with materials suitable for ecomes Flood Watch Alarm Pushing the FLOOD WATCH button activates the flood watch alarm. The alarm will sound if the display console receives rain data that would indicate any of the flood and saturation conditions, as listed below:
> 3 in the last 7 days and then >0.7 in the last two hours or >1 in the last 24 hours
> 2.3 in the last 4 days and then >0.7 in the last two hours or >1 in the last 24 hours
> 1.5 in the last 2 days and then >0.7 in the last two hours or >1 in the last 24 hours
> 1.4 in the last two hours
> 1.6 in the last eight hours
> 1.8 in the last 24 hours If these conditions occur, the alarm will sound for one minute or until any button is pushed, silencing the alarm. If no buttons are pushed, the audible alarm tone will stop sounding after one minute, but the display icon will continue to flash and the will sound three tones on the hour for the next 8 hours. If no buttons are pressed to silence the flood alarm, the flood alarm feature will automatically be active at the start of the next event. NOTE: The display console will actively monitor the rain and saturation conditions, even when the flood alarm is off. If the flood alarm is activated, and the audible alert sounds immediately, the conditions for flooding to be possible have already taken place. Rain Alarm Pushing the RAIN ALARM button activates the rain alarm. The rain alarm will sound if the display console receives any rain data. The alarm will sound for up to a 1 minute or until any button is pushed, silencing the alarm. If no buttons are pushed the alarm tone will stop sounding but the display icon will continue to flash for up to 30 minutes. If no buttons are pressed to silence the alarm, the unit will automatically be reset to come on at the start of the next event. a i a
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y ge Th) Problem Possible Solution Relocate the display console and/or the wireless rain collector. Both units Bad must be within 165 feet (50 m) from Wireless each other. Make sure both units are R t placed at least 3 feet (.91 m) from SSepllon other electronic appliances and devices that may interfere with the wireless communication (such as T TV's, microwaves, computers etc). no bars The batteries may need replacing ne batsiand NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes flashing for the display console to re-synchronize with the collector when batteries are replaced. antenna icon Make certain that the batteries are installed correctly and that they are contacting the terminals. Make certain all contacts are clean. The batteries may need replacing. Main Unit Display Not Working
diy | Customer Care: 877-221-1252 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 A.M. to Please DO NOT return product to the retail store. For technical assistance and product return information, please call P.M. [CST]
SAE OTE Ga Lue) CAUTION: This device is intended to be a weather monitoring device for personal use only. The FLOOD WATCH and RAIN ALARM alerts are for convenience and monitoring use. This device i:
safety device or a weather hazard warning device. The Acurite rain gauge with self emptying wireless rain collector measures rainfall and sends the data via wireless signal to the display console. This rain gauge has been designed to be easy to install and use. The sleek display console houses a liquid crystal display (LCD) which will calculate and display all the rainfall data received from the wireless collector outside. The display console features built in memory for record storage, as well as special features such as a rain alarm that will alert you when rainfall is recorded. The Display Console is powered with three AA alkaline batteries
(not included). The wireless self emptying rain collector is completely wireless and contains a mechanical tipping bucket for measuring rainfall. The wireless outdoor collector is powered with two AA alkaline or lithium batteries (not included). Please read through this manual to learn more about the Acurite Professional Weather Center. Keep this manual for future reference. Parts List model 00875TX 1. Display console 2. Wireless rain collector Installing Batteries - Display Console 2 AA Batteries Required (not included) REMOVE THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER BY SLIDING IT OFF INSTALL 2 FRESH AA BATTERIES fs Display Console Features Current Mode Rain Mode Rain Value Total EVENT LL UAY - Flood Watch WEEK on/off TOTAL A Button TOTAL B i] "
tad Ld Rain Alarm Clear Button __ clear current mode value puri re on/off ps Button total Set Buttons to set time & date Rain Mode Select Button Collector Wireless Time & Date Reception Indicator History Button browse back through history of current mode PRODUCT REGISTRATION a ceamtaredarion#
To receive product updates BUM ec and information, Log on to www.chaneyinstrument.com Set Time & Date This wireless rain gauge is equipped with a history function and alarms, which rely on accurate date settings to function properly. It is very important that you set the date and time before placing the collector outside to record rainfall amounts. To set the time, date, and units press and hold the SET button to enter into setting mode. NOTE the SET icon and the flashing hour indicates you are in setting mode. Press the + button to advance the currently selected (flashing) value
(press and hold the + button for FAST setting). Press the SET button again to confirm your adjustment and move on to setting the next value. The set order is as follows:
HOUR (note the AM and PM indicators) MINUTE MONTH DATE YEAR INCH or MILLIMETER display mode The display console has a wireless signal reception icon in the right display area. If there are a low number of bars present, yey may experience no communication (
lashing tower ) or inaccuracy. In either case, you may need to relocate one or both of the units. If most or all 4 of the bars are present, wireless reception is good and no action is required.
=Ta if Noreception ee collector signal reception Tal = Tul jeomme great reception Display Mode Pressing the MODE button changes the rain amount display mode. While in the selected mode, the history and clear buttons refer to the currently selected mode only. Event Mode:
The Event display mode shows the current or most recent rain event total. Events are periods of rain associated with a weather system. Events may be a brief drizzle, or a multi-day storm. The rain event ends when no rainfall has been recorded for at least 8 hours. After that, any new rainfall will be automatically recorded as the next newest event. Calendar Display Modes:
1 DAY= One calendar day rain total WEEK= 1 calendar week rain total (week= SUN through SAT) TOTAL A= All-time rain total A (clear to re-set counter) TOTAL B= All-time rain total B (clear to re-set counter) Display MoleO (E )
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To test the unit, slowly drip 8 oz. (236.588mL) of water through the collector funnel. For best results the water should drip through the unit at a very slow rate, similar to how the rain falls. Poking a pin all. hole in a small container or cup works well to simulate rain The display should read 2.20 inches If you need to make adjustments based on the results of the test, see the adjustment chart below. To adjust or calibrate the unit, turn both calibration screws in equal amounts, according to the following table:
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Log on to www.chaneyinstrument.com SPECIFICATIONS History Mode Pressing the HISTORY button will enter into history mode for the currently selected DISPLAY MODE. Each additional time you press the history button, you will step backward in time and see the historical rainfall amounts and the time/date they were recorded. If there is no button activity within a 30 second period, the display will return to current display mode. Viewing & Clearing Event History:
EVENT MODE: Pressing the HISTORY button while in EVENT mode steps backward through the last 7 rain event rain totals, one event per HISTORY button push. The display will show the time/date of each past recorded event. To clear any event from memor (press and hold the CLEAR button. Clearing any data from the EVER mode will not affect any of the CALENDAR based rain totals. Viewing & Clearing Calendar History:
1 DAY MODE: Pressing the HISTORY button while in 1 DAY mode steps backward through the last 7 DAYS rain totals , one day per HISTORY button push. The display will show the time/date of each past DAYs rain totals. To clear any days rain total from memory: press and hold the CLEAR button. Clparing a days rain will also subtract that same amount from the WEEK, and also TOTAL A & B WEEK MODE: Pressing the HISTORY button while in WEEK mode steps backward through the last 7 WEEKS rain totals , one WEEK per HISTORY button push. The display will show the start time/date of each past WEEK rain totals. To clear any WEEK rain total from memory, press and hold the CLEAR button. Clearing a weeks rain will also subtract that same amount from TOTAL A & B. TOTAL A/B MODE: Pressing the HISTORY button while in TOTAL A/B mode simply displays the total A/B start time/date. These two modes are similar to a cars trip odometer, it keeps counting up until you clear and reset it. To reset the TOTAL A or TOTAL B counters, press and hold the CLEAR button while the total is being displayed. Rasa te itd ty Product Facts Batteries: 4 x AA (not included) Measurement Ranges Rainfall : up to 99.99 inches Wireless Range: 165 ft /50 m MAX Depending on home construction materials DT MADEIN CHINA HECROEN CHINA, Limited One Year Warranty Insiruclions &
Warranty Enclosed Customer Care:
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