ACU-RITE 00899 User manual

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Instruction Manual
Rain Gauge
model 00899
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ............. 2
Package Contents .................... 2
Product Registration ................. 2
Features & Benets: Rain Gauge ... 3
Features & Benets: Display ........ 4
Setup ...................................... 5
Rain Gauge Setup.................... 5
Display Setup .......................... 6
Set Time, Date & Units.............. 7
Placement Guidelines ............... 7
Rain Gauge Installation ............ 8
Using the Rain Gauge .............. 9
Programmable Rain Alarm...... 10
Troubleshooting ......................11
Calibration ............................ 12
Care & Maintenance.............. 13
Specications......................... 13
FCC Information .................... 13
Customer Support .................. 14
Warranty............................... 14
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
[phone] or visit www.AcuRite.com
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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. Remove packing materials
from inside of the rain gauge.
Package Contents
1. Display
2. Rain Gauge
3. Instruction Manual
PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
IMPORTANT TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection
www.AcuRite.com
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Features & Benets
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3. Battery Compartment &
Electronics Box
4. Rain Gauge Base
5. A-B-C Switch
RAIN GAUGE
1. Rain Gauge Cover
2. Rain Gauge Tipping Cups
Collects and empties rain for
continuous rain measurement.
A B C
SQUEEZE
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ID code that must match display’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.
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Features & Benets
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DISPLAY
1. MODE Button
Toggle between rainfall readings
for EVENT, 1 DAY, WEEK, TOTAL
A or TOTAL B.
2 . CLEAR Button
Clears data being viewed for
current mode (#1).
3. HIST Button
Displays historical data.
4. FLOOD WATCH ALARM Indicator
Indicates conditions are present
that could lead to ooding.
5. RAIN ALARM Indicator
Indicates that a rain event has
begun.
6. Display Low Battery Indicator
7. HISTORY Icon
Indicates historical data is being
viewed.
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8. Clock
9. Date
10. SET Button
For setup preferences.
11. + Button
For setup preferences.
12. Rain Gauge Signal Strength
13. RAIN ALARM Button
Activates/Deactivates rain alarm.
14. Rain Gauge Low Battery Indicator
15. FLOOD WATCH Button
Activates/deactivates ood watch alarm.
16. Rainfall Total
For current mode selected (#1).
17. Mode
Indicates mode displayed (#1).
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SETUP
Rain Gauge Setup
Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product
performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
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SQUEEZE
2 SQUEEZE
LARGE SQUEEZE
TAB LARGE
TAB
SQUEEZE TABS TO OPEN
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1. Separate rain gauge cover from the base by gently
squeezing tabs and pulling the cover upwards.
2. Remove battery box by squeezing the two tabs on
each end together.
3. Remove and discard cardboard rain gauge stabilizer.
4. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment
as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the
battery compartment.
5. Securely place the battery box back into the rain
gauge base.
6. Securely re-attach the rain gauge cover onto rain
gauge base.
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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
rain gauge and the display in order
for the units to synchronize.
A-B-C Switch
Set to match
display
A B C
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Display 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 and the rain gauge 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.
A-B-C Switch
Set to match
rain gauge
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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
A B C 2 Install Batteries
3 AA batteries
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.
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Set the Time, Date & Units
This rain gauge is equipped with historical data and alarms that require accurate
time and date settings 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 (ashing) item, press and release the “+” or “-”
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 seconds. Enter
SET 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 and rain gauge are critical to the accuracy and
performance of this product.
Display Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust.
Display stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.
Important Placement Guidelines
•Display and rain gauge must be within 100 ft (30 m) of each other.
•To maximize wireless range and communication, install the rain gauge at
least 3 ft (.9 m) above ground. Place both the display and the rain gauge
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 (0.9 m) away
from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.)
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LEAST
APART
100 feet maximum
(30 meters)
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Rain Gauge Installation
• To ensure accurate rain measurement, the rain gauge MUST be
placed on a at, level surface.
• Ensure the rain gauge is not placed in a low spot that could become
ooded or in an area where there are obstructions above it.
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1. Separate the rain gauge cover from the rain gauge base.
2. Locate the two holes on the rain gauge base.
3. Fasten the rain gauge 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 gauge.)
INSTALL 2 SCREWS USING
HAND TOOLS ONLY.
THEN RE-ATTACH UPPER CASING
SQUEEZE
SQUEEZE TABS TO OPEN
Setup is Complete
The rain gauge will now synchronize with the display. It may take afew 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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OPERATION
Using the Rain Gauge
Modes & 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 historical readings. You will automatically exit
HIST mode if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds. Enter HIST mode at any
time by pressing the HIST button.
EVENT Mode
When EVENT mode is selected, rainfall data is shown for the most recent
rainfall. 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 total 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 TOTAL B 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.
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Alarms
Flood Watch Alarm
Press the FLOOD WATCH button to activate or deactivate the FLOOD WATCH
ALARM. When the alarm is ON and ood and saturation conditions are
present, an alarm will sound and the FLOOD WATCH indicator will highlight on
the display. Flood conditions include:
> 3” (76.2 mm) in the last 7 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 2.3” (58.4 mm) in the last 4 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 1.5” (38.1 mm) in the last 2 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 1.4” (35.6 mm) in the last 2 hours
> 1.6” (40.6 mm) in the last 8 hours
> 1.8” (45.7 mm) in the last 24 hours
If ood or saturation conditions occur, the alarm sounds for 1 minute or until
any button is pressed. If no buttons are pressed, the FLOOD WATCH indicator
will ash 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 ood 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 ash for up to 30 minutes.
NOTE: The FLOOD WATCH ALARM and RAIN ALARM are NOT intended to
be a safety device or warning system.
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