ACU-RITE 00986 User manual

Instruction Manual
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CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
... 2
.... 3
Setup .................................... 4
Install or Replace Batteries ...... 4
Temperature Units .................. 4
Placement Guidelines ............. 5
Using the Thermometer ........... 6
Troubleshooting ..................... 7
Care & Maintenance .............. 8
......................... 8
FCC Information .................... 8
Customer Support .................. 9
Warranty ............................... 9
Digital Refrigerator/Freezer
Thermometer
model 00986 /00986M /00986DI
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
www. AcuRite .com/support or email [e-mail]

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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 lm 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. 2 Wireless sensors
3. Instruction manual
Features & Benets: Sensors
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2
1
1. Sensor #1
For refrigerator (default) or
freezer use.
2. Wireless Signal Indicator
Flashes when data is being sent
to the display unit.
3. Battery Compartment
4. Sensor #2
For freezer (default) or
refrigerator use.
5. Suction Cup / Shelf Clip
(on back)
For versatile mounting options.
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection
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IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE

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Features & Benets
Display Unit
1. Sensor #1 ALARM ON/OFF Button
2. Sensor #2 ALARM ON/OFF Button
3. Sensor #2 Current Temperature
4. Sensor #2 Low Battery Indicator
5. Sensor #2 Alarm ON Indicator
6. Sensor #2 Low Temperature
Lowest temperature recorded.
7. Sensor #2 High Temperature
Highest temperature recorded.
8. CLR Button
Press to reset High/Low records.
9. - Button
For alarm setup preferences.
10. + Button
For alarm setup preferences.
11. Sensor #1 Low Temperature
Lowest temperature recorded.
12. Sensor #1 High Temperature
Highest temperature recorded.
13. Sensor #1 Alarm ON Indicator
14. Sensor #1 Low Battery Indicator
15. Sensor #1 Current Temperature
16. Magnet Mount
17. ºC/ºF Switch
Select between degrees Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
18. Integrated Hang Hole
For easy wall mounting.
19. RESET Button
Full reset to factory defaults.
20. Battery Compartment
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17 1918 20
1
2
15 14 13 1211
3 4 5 67
10
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SETUP
Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product
performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
The freezer sensor requires lithium batteries for low temperature conditions.
Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the freezer sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.
Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius
To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units,
slide the “ºC/ºF” switch, located on the back of the thermometer display.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
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 re, 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.
Thermometer Display
1. Lift up the battery door and slide off
the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert 2 x AAA batteries into the
battery compartment. Follow the
polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Sensors
1. Slide off the battery compartment
covers, located on the front of the
units.
2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the
battery compartment. Follow the
polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
-40ºF (-40ºC) (37°C) 100°F
-4ºF (-20ºC) (37°C) 100°F

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Display Unit Placement
Place display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display is magnet-
mountable. For wall mounting, hang using the keyhole located on the back of
the unit.
Sensor Placement
Sensor #1 should be placed in the
REFRIGERATOR. Sensor #2 should be
placed in the FREEZER.
Note: Both sensors will work in either
location, however the default alerts
are based on the placement mentioned
above.
Each sensor is equipped with a
spring-action clip with a rubber grip
to securely attached to the edge of a
glass or wire shelf (A).
Each sensor also includes a detachable
suction cup that can be used to attach
the sensor to the interior surface of the
refrigerator (B). Please note: suction
cups do not adhere well to freezing
surfaces.
Display unit and sensors must be
located within 75 ft (23 m) of each
other.
B
A

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Using the Thermometer
High & Low Records
The thermometer records high and low temperature records for each sensor.
These readings reect the highest and lowest temperatures recorded since the
batteries were inserted or since the CLR button was last pressed.
To reset the High/Low records, press and release the “CLR” button once. This
clears the records from both sensors.
Programmable Alarms
Programmable alarms notify you audibly and visually when temperatures
exceed your preset minimum / maximum temperature range. An alert is
triggered when a temperature is out of range for longer than 15 minutes. This
prevents false alarms due to the fridge/freezer door being held open while
new items are being loaded/unloaded.
The default temperature alarm settings for Sensor #1 (refrigerator thermometer)
are minimum 33ºF / maximum 40ºF. The default temperature alarm settings for
Sensor #2 (freezer thermometer) are minimum -22ºF / maximum 0ºF.
To customize temperature alarms:
1. Press and HOLD the “ ” button until the current temperature disappears
and the maximum temperature alarm setting is shown in its place.
2. Press the “ + “ or “ – “ buttons to increase or decrease the maximum
temperature alarm setting.
3. Press the “ ” button to conrm the maximum temperature alarm setting.
The unit will beep and the minimum temperature alarm setting wil be shown.
4. Press the “ + “ or “ – “ buttons to increase or decrease the minimum
temperature alarm setting.
5. Press the “ ” button to conrm the minimum temperature alarm setting.
6. Press the “ ” button to turn ON/OFF the alarm. The “ “ icon on the
display indicates that the alarm is ON.
For Alarm #2, repeat steps 1 through 5 using the “ ” button.
NOTE: When thermometer is in normal operating mode (not in alarm setup
mode), the High/Low readings display the highest/lowest temperature
recordings.
OPERATION

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Troubleshooting
Temperature
is showing “E”
or dashes
• Relocate the display and/or the sensors.
• The units must be within 75 ft (23 m) of each other.
• Flashing of the temperature is generally an indication
of wireless interference. Perform a hard reset to gain
a strong connection between the units:
1. Bring all 3 units together, side-by-side.
2. Remove all batteries from all 3 units.
3. Reinstall batteries in thermometer display unit rst.
4. Reinstall batteries into sensor #1.
5. Reinstall batteries into sensor #2.
6. The display unit should read temperatures from
both sensors almost instantly.
Inaccurate
temperature
• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in
sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do not
use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries.
Display screen
not working
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Batteries may need to be replaced.
• Reset display by pressing the RESET button, located
on the back of the display unit.
Current Temperature
reads “-H-” or “-L-”
• Verify you’re within the measurable temperature
range (-40ºF to 100ºF; -40ºC to 37ºC).
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or email
[e-mail] for assistance.

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Car e & Maintenance
Cleanwith a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.
TEMPER ATURE RA N GE -40 ºF to 100 ºF; -40 ºC to 37 ºC
WIRELESS RA N GE 75 ft / 23 m
(signal range is impacted by sensor location and may vary)
WIRELESS FREQUE N CY 433 MHz
PO WER DisplayUnit: 2 xAAA alkaline batteries
Sensor #1: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries
Sensor #2: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries
DATA REPORTING 120 second updates
FCC Information
FCC Statement
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 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 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and it also complies with Part 15 of the FCC RF
Rules. This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must
be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and consider removing the
no-collocation statement.
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.
Caution!
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection
www.AcuRite.com
IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
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:
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Limited 1 Year Warranty
AcuRite is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chaney
Instrument Company. For purchases of AcuRite
forth herein. For purchases of Chaney products, Chaney
We warrant that all products we manufacture under this
warranty are of good material and workmanship and, when
properly installed and operated, will be free of defects for a
period of one year from the date of purchase.
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 us, and at our sole
option, be repaired or replaced by us. Transportation costs and
charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser.
We hereby disclaim all responsibility for such transportation
costs and charges. This warranty will not be breached, and we
will give no credit for products which have received normal
wear and tear not affecting the functionality of the product,
been damaged (including by acts of nature), tampered,
abused, improperly installed, or repaired or altered by others
than our authorized representatives.
Remedy for breach of this warranty is limited to repair or
replacement of the defective item(s). If we determine that repair
or replacement is not feasible, we may, at our option, refund
the amount of the original purchase price
THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE WARRANTY
FOR THE PRODUCTS AND IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
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OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN
ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
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We expressly disclaim 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.
We further disclaim liability from personal injury relating to
its products to the extent permitted by law. By acceptance of
any of our products, the purchaser assumes all liability for the
or corporation is authorized to bind us to any other obligation
or liability in connection with the sale of our products.
to modify or waive the terms of this warranty unless done in
writing and signed by a duly authorized agent of ours.
In no case shall our liability for any claim relating to our
products, your purchase or your use thereof, exceed the
original purchase price paid for the product.
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This Return, Refund, and Warranty Policy applies only to
purchases made in the United States and Canada. For
purchases made in a country other than the United States or
Canada, please consult the policies applicable to the countr
y in
which you made your purchase.
Additionally, this Policy applies only to the original purchaser
of our products. We do cannot and do not offer any return,
refund, or warranty services if you buy products used or from
resale sites such as eBay or Craigslist.
Governing Law
This Return, Refund, and Warranty Policy is governed by the
laws of the United States and the State of Wisconsin. Any
dispute relating to this Policy shall be brought exclusively in the
federal or State courts having jurisdiction in Walworth County,
Wisconsin; and purchaser consents to jurisdiction within the
State of Wisconsin.
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