ACU-RITE 617 User manual

Instruction Manual
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CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Features & Benets: Sensor..... 3
Features & Benets: Display.... 4
Setup .................................... 5
Sensor Setup ......................... 5
Display Setup ........................ 6
Select Temperature Units ........ 6
Placement Guidelines ............. 7
Using the Thermometer........... 8
Troubleshooting ..................... 9
Care & Maintenance.............10
Specications........................10
FCC Information ...................10
Customer Support .................11
Warranty..............................11
Pool & Spa Thermometer
model 00617

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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 with tabletop stand
2. Pool and spa temperature sensor
3. Instruction Manual
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
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TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. High Temperature Record
Highest temperature recorded over past 24
hours.
2. Low Temperature Record
Lowest temperature recorded over past 24
hours.
3. Integrated Anchor Loop
for easy placement.
4. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
5. Current Temperature
BOTTOM OF SENSOR
6. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match display’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.
7. Battery Compartment
8. °C/°F Button
Press to select �C or �F temperature units.
9. Battery Compartment Ring
for securing battery compartment to sensor.
10. Battery Compartment Housing

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Features & Benets
DISPLAY UNIT
1. High Temperature Record
Highest water temperature recorded
over past 24 hours.
2. Current Temperature
3. Low Temperature Record
Lowest water temperature recorded
over past 24 hours.
4. History Chart
Displays the past 72 hours of data for
temperature.
5. “ “ Icon
Displays when FREEZE WARNING is
active.
6. “ ▼ CLEAR MIN“ Button
Press and relase to clear low
temperature record (#3).
7. “ FREEZE WARNING“ Button
Press to activate freeze warning.
8. “ ▲ CLEAR MAX“ Button
Press and relase to clear high
temperature record (#1).
9. Display Low Battery Indicator
10. Sensor Signal Strength
11. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
BACK
12. Integrated Hang Hole
For easy wall mounting.
13. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s
A-B-C switch to ensure units
synchronize.
14. Battery Compartment
15. Removable Tabletop Stand
16. °C/°F Button
Press to select �C or �F temperature
units.
17. Battery Compartment Cover
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SETUP
Access Battery Compartment
Remove the battery compartment
housing from the sensor
by unscrewing the battery
compartment ring.
Set the A-B-C Switch
The A-B-C switch is located inside
the battery compartment. It can
be set to A, B or C. However,
you must select the same letter
choices for both the sensor and
the display unit in order for the
units to synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
Remove the battery compartment
housing from the sensor
by unscrewing the battery
compartment ring.
AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline batteries for the best
product performance. Heavy
duty or rechargeable batteries
are not recommended.
Slide off the battery
compartment cover. Take note of
the A-B-C switch setting inside the
battery compartment.
1. Insert 2 x AA batteries into
the battery compartment, as
shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
2. Replace the battery cover.
Replace Battery Compartment
Housing
Replace battery compartment
housing and secure to sensor by
screwing on battery compartment
ring.
Sensor Setup
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3
4
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1Access Battery
Compartment 2A-B-C Switch set to match
display unit
3Install Batteries
2 AA batteries
4Replace Battery
Compartment
Housing
A B C
IMPORTANT: Screw on the battery
compartment ring gasket tightly, to
ensure that water does not enter
the sensor and damage its internal
components.

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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.
Display Unit Setup
Set the A-B-C Switch
Locate the A-B-C switch inside
the battery compartment. Set
the A-B-C switch to A, B or C.
You must select the same letter
choices for both the display unit
and the sensor in order for the
units to synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
1. Remove the battery
compartment cover.
2. Insert 3 x AA alkaline
batteries into the battery
compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the
battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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1
A B C
2Install Batteries
3 AA batteries
1A-B-C Switch
set to match
sensor
Select Temperature Units
To select between degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F) temperature units,
slide the “°C/ °F” switch located inside the battery compartment located on
the back of the display.

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display unit and outdoor sensor are critical to the
accuracy and performance of this product.
Display 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.
Outdoor Sensor Placement
Sensor must be placed in water to observe water temperature.
The sensor should be secured to a pool ladder or other
structure to prevent it from drifting out of wireless range of the
display unit. Secure the sensor using the integrated anchor loop
and a length of waterproof cord or rope (not included).
Important Placement Guidelines
• Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 100 ft (30 m) of each other.
• To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick
walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.
• To prevent wireless interference, place both units at least 3 ft (.9 m) away
from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).
Setup is Complete
The sensor will now synchronize with the display unit. It 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.
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LEAST
APART

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Using the Thermometer
Water Temperature History Chart
The water temperature history chart lets you monitor the change in conditions
over the past 3 days (-3, -2, -1) and over the past 16 hours (-16, -8, -6, -4, -2,
-1, 0).
Set the Freeze Warning Alarm
Press the FREEZE WARNING button to activate the freeze alarm. "
FREEZE WARNING ON ALARM WILL SOUND" will appear on the display.
Deactivate the freeze alarm by pressing the FREEZE WARNING button
again.
Freeze Warning Alarm Function
The freeze warning alarm will sound and the display will ash when the
temperature drops below 40�F (4�C). The alarm will sound for up to 1 minute.
When the alarm is sounding, press any button to silence the alarm. If no
buttons are pressed, the alarm will automatically stop after 1 minute and the
display will continue to ash for up to 10 hours.
High/Low Records
High and low values are recorded for water temperature. High and low
records reect the minimum and maximum temperature record in the last 24
hours, starting at the time the batteries are installed.
To clear the LOW temperature record, press and release the “ ▼ CLEAR MIN”
button. button. Dashes will display to conrm low record has been cleared.
To clear the HIGH temperature record, press and release the “ ▲ CLEAR
MAX” button. Dashes will display to conrm high record has been cleared.
OPERATION

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Troubleshooting
No outdoor sensor
reception
no bars
If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:
• Relocate the display unit and/or the outdoor sensor.
The units must be within 100 ft (30 m) of each other.
• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.9m)
away from electronics that may interfere with the
wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves,
computers, etc).
• Use standard alkaline batteries. Do not use heavy
duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may take
up to 20 minutes for display unit and sensor to
synchronize after batteries are replaced.
Display screen
not working
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Batteries may need to be replaced.
Temperature
is ashing or
showing dashes
Flashing of the temperature is generally an indication of
wireless interference.
1. Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and
remove at least one battery from each.
2. Make sure the A-B-C switch on both units match.
3. Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor.
4. Reinstall the battery in the display unit.
5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other
for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call
[phone] for assistance.

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Care & Maintenance
Display Unit Care
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep
away from dust, dirt and moisture.
Outdoor Sensor Care
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.
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 modications 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 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.
• 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 unauthorized modications to this equipment.
Such modications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
TEMPERATURE RANGE 32ºF to 158ºF; 0ºC to 70ºC
WIRELESS RANGE 100 ft / 30 m depending on home construction materials
OPERATING FREQUENCY 433 MHz
POWER Display: 3 x AA alkaline batteries
Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline batteries
DATA REPORTING 60 second updates
Specications

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At AcuRite, we proudly uphold our commitment
to quality technology. Chaney Instrument Co.
warrants that all products it manufactures to
be of good material and workmanship, and to
be free of defects when properly installed and
operated for a period of one year from the date
of purchase.
We recommend that you visit us at
www.AcuRite.com for the fastest way to register
your product. However, product registration
does not eliminate the need to retain your
original proof of purchase in order to obtain
warranty benets.
Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it manufactures
to be of good material and workmanship, and to be free of
defects when properly installed and operated for a period of
one year from the date of purchase. Remedy for breach of this
warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective
item(s). 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.
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 have received normal wear
and tear, been damaged (including by acts of nature), tampered,
abused, improperly installed, damaged 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 tness 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 products,
the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising
from their use or misuse. No person, rm or corporation is
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with the sale of its products. Furthermore, no person, rm 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 specic legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
For in-warranty claims: Chaney Instrument Co.
965 Wells St., Lake Geneva, WI 53147
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