ACU-RITE 01518 User manual

Instruction Manual
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Features & Benets: 5-in-1....... 3
Features & Benet: Display..... 4
Setup .................................... 7
5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 7
Display Setup ........................ 8
Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 9
Backlight Settings................... 9
Placement Guidelines ............10
5-in-1 Sensor Installation........11
Using the Weather Center .....12
Rainfall Tracking ...................13
Troubleshooting ....................14
Care & Maintenance.............16
Calibration ...........................16
Specications........................18
FCC Information ...................18
Customer Support .................19
Warranty..............................19
Professional Weather Center
model 01518
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
[phone] or visit www.AcuRite.com.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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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 with Tabletop Stand
2. 5-in-1 Sensor
3. Sensor Mounting Bracket
4. Mounting Hardware
5. Power Adapter
6. 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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5-in-1 SENSOR
1. Rainfall Collector Funnel
2. Solar Cell Panel
Converts sunlight into power to run
internal aspirating fan.
Internal Aspirating Fan
(not shown)
Draws ambient air into
sensor to reduce solar radiation
heating, resulting in more accurate
temperature measurement.
3. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match display’s
A-B-C switch to ensure units
synchronize.
4. Battery Compartment
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5. Temperature & Humidity Sensors
(internal)
6. Mounting Point
7. Wind Speed Anemometer
8. Wind Direction Vane
9. Mounting Bracket
10. Mounting Hardware
Includes 5 anchors and the following
screws:
Qty Diameter Length
5 #4 3/4”
1 #4 1/2”
1 #6 1/2”
11. Debris Filter
Pre-installed to prevent debris from
entering the rain gauge.

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Features & Benets
Display
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DISPLAY FRONT
1. Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction the
temperature is trending.
2. Outdoor Temperature Low/High
Records
Lowest and highest outdoor
temperature recorded since midnight.
3. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
4. Current Outdoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
humidity is trending.
5. Clock
6. AUTO DIM
Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 9).
7. Weather Select
Heat Index calculation displays when
temperature is 80°F (27°C) or
higher. Dew Point calculation displays
when temperature is 79°F (26°C)
or below. Wind chill calculation
displays when temperature is
40°F (4°C) or lower.
8. SELECT Button
Press to change the Weather Select
category data being display.
9. V Button
For setup preferences and access to
historical records.
10. Barometric Pressure
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
pressure is trending.
11. SET Button
For setup preferences and access to
historical records.
14. Current Indoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
humidity is trending.
15. Humidity Level Indicator
Indicates a high or low indoor
humidity level.
16. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls
data from your 5-in-1 sensor to
generate your personal forecast.
17. Current Indoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
temperature is trending.
18. Learning Mode Icon
Disappears after weather forecast
self-calibration is complete (see
page 12).
19. Date
20. Date Stamp for Previous Rainfall
Data (#21)
21. Previous Rainfall Data
22. Current Rainfall
Rainfall recorded since 12:00am.
23. Moon Phase
24. Peak Wind Speed
Highest speed from past 60 minutes.
25. Current Wind Speed
26. Backlight Button
For momentary backlight and
dimmer settings.
27. Current Wind Direction
28. Previous 2 Wind Directions
29. Average Wind Speed
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Button Average of all speeds over the
For setup preferences and access to past 2 minutes.
historical records. 30. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
13. RAINFALL Button
Press to display historical rainfall data.

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DISPLAY BACK
1. Integrated Hang Hole 6. A-B-C Switch
For easy wall mounting. ID code that must match 5-in-1
sensor’s A-B-C switch to ensure
2. Plug-in for Power Adapter units synchronize.
3. Back-up Battery Compartment 7. Power Adapter
4. Removable Tabletop Stand 8. Battery Compartment Cover
5. CLEAR RECORD / RESET Button (not shown)
Press to clear record currently being
viewed. Press AND HOLD for full
reset to factory defaults.

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SETUP
5-in-1 Sensor Setup
1 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 sensor
and the display in order for the units to
synchronize.
2 Install or Replace Batteries
Batteries MUST be installed for
this product to operate. AcuRite
recommends high quality alkaline
or lithium batteries for the best
product performance. Heavy duty
or rechargeable batteries are not
recommended. 3
The 5-in-1 sensor requires lithium
batteries in low temperature conditions.
Cold temperatures can cause alkaline
batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the 5-in-1 sensor for
temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.
1. Slide off the battery
compartment cover.
2. Insert 4 x AA batteries into the
battery compartment, as
shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer
Locate and remove the rain gauge
stabilizer (plastic tab) taped into the
bottom of the sensor. The rain gauge
will not function until this is removed.
A B C
1 A-B-C Switch
Set to match
display
2 Install Batteries
4 AA Batteries
3 Rain Gauge Stabilizer
Remove and discard

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Display Setup
AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance.
Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
Set the A-B-C Switch
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2 Plug Power Adapter into
Electrical Outlet
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 Install or Replace Batteries
choices for both the sensor and (optional)
the display in order for the units Insert 6 x AA alkaline batteries into the
to synchronize. battery compartment, as shown. Follow
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
the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
A B C
IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of
a power outage. Power adapter is the recommended primary power source to enjoy
the full functionality of this product.
3 Install Backup
Batteries
6 AA Batteries
2 Plug in Power
Adapter
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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
Press the “SET” button, located on the front of the display, to enter SET MODE. Once in
set mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display.
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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
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
TEMPERATURE UNITS (ºF or ºC)
WIND UNITS (MPH, KPH, or Knots)
RAIN UNITS (inches or mm)
PRESSURE UNITS (inHg or hPa)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 20 seconds. Enter
setup mode at any time by pressing the “SET” button.
Display Backlight Settings
This weather station’s display features three different lighting settings: High (100%)
brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (30%) brightness.
Using battery power alone, the backlight is available momentarily for 10 seconds by
pressing the “ ” button.
When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at 100%
brightness. Press the “ ” button once to dim to 60% brightness; press again to dim to
30%, press a 3rd time to enter “AUTO DIM” mode. “AUTO DIM” appears to the left of
the time.
AUTO DIM MODE: Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day & year.
MARCH 11- NOVEMBER 4 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. = 100% brightness
9:01 p.m. - 5:59 a.m.= 30% brightness
NOVEMBER 5 - MARCH 10 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.= 100% brightness
7:01 p.m. - 7:29 a.m. = 30% brightness

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement
of both the display and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this
product.
Display Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. To ensure accurate
temperature measurement, place out of direct sunlight and away from
heat sources or vents. Display stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-
mountable.
5-in-1 Sensor Placement
The 5-in-1 sensor is designed to remain outdoors all year long. Choose
an open location with no obstructions above or around the sensor for
the most accurate measurements.
Important Placement Guidelines
Display and sensor must be within 330 feet (100 m) of each other.
MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE
Place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other objects
that may limit wireless communication.
PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE
Place both units at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronic devices (TV, computer,
microwave, radio, etc.).
LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES
Position sensor away from heaters, air conditioners, chimneys, exhaust vents, asphalt
and concrete (surfaces that radiate heat).
LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES
Avoid installing the sensor near pools, spas, or other bodies of water. Water sources
may impact humidity accuracy.
LOCATE AWAY FROM SPRINKLER HEADS
DO NOT install the sensor where it will be sprayed by a sprinkler system. This may
force water inside the sensor.
LOCATE AWAY FROM WIND & RAIN OBSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT mount the sensor with obstructions around it.
Consider a location that is a wide open area, with few
structures around to ensure accurate measurements.
Visit us online to view installation photos and
video, or learn more about AcuRite technology:
www.AcuRite.com/5in1 View Video