Ambient Weather WS-HE01 User manual

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Ambient Weather WS-HE01 Heat Index Monitor with
Temperature, Humidity, Dew Point User Manual
Table of Contents
1Introduction.....................................................................................................................................2
2.4 Display Console Set Up................................................................................................................2
2.4.1 Display Console Layout.....................................................................................................4
2Display Settings ..............................................................................................................................4
2.1 Set Mode ................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Heat Index Alarm Set Mode...................................................................................................5
2.3 Heat Index Alarm...................................................................................................................5
2.4 Temperature, Heat Index and Dew Point Display..................................................................5
2.5 Calibration Adjustment Mode ................................................................................................5
3Heat Index Safety Discussion .........................................................................................................6
4Glossary of Terms...........................................................................................................................7
5Specifications..................................................................................................................................8
5.1 Measurement Specifications.........................................................................................................8
5.2 Power Consumption......................................................................................................................8
6Troubleshooting Guide....................................................................................................................8
7Accessories .....................................................................................................................................8
8Liability Disclaimer ........................................................................................................................8
9Warranty Information......................................................................................................................9

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1Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-HE01 Heat Index Indicator with
Temperature, Humidity and Dew Point. The following user guide provides step by step instructions for
installation, operation and troubleshooting. To download the latest manual and additional
troubleshooting tips, please visit:
http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/wshe01
2.4 Display Console Set Up
1. Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1

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2. Insert two AAA batteries as shown in Figure 2, and close the battery door.
Figure 2
3. Close the battery door, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3

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2.4.1 Display Console Layout
Note: The following illustration shows the full segments of the LCD for description purposes
only and will not appear like this during normal operation.
Figure 4
1. Heat Index Range
2. Heat Index Alarm
3. Temperature, Heat Index or Dew Point (°F or °C)
4. Relative Humidity (%)
5. Time of Day (HH:MM:SS)
6. Alarm Button (also serves as –button)
7. + Button
8. SET Button
9. TEMP/HEAT INDEX/DEW POINT
10. Heat Index Range IndicatorArrow
2Display Settings
Note: The console has three buttons for easy operation: SET button, +button, and ALARM
button (which also serves as the –button).

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2.1 Set Mode
To set the time and units of measure, press and hold the SET button 3 seconds or longer, and let go of
the SET button.
1. 12/24 Hour. 12 Hr or 24 hour will begin flashing. Press the + button to switch between 12
hour and 24 hour display mode. Press the SET button (do not hold) to advance to the next
setting.
2. Hour of Day. The hour of day will begin flashing. Press the + button to increase the hour, and
the ALARM button to decrease the hour. Press the SET button (do not hold) to advance to
the next setting.
3. Minute of Day. The minute of day will begin flashing. Press the + button to increase the
minute, and the ALARM button to decrease the minute. Press the SET button (do not hold)
to advance to the next setting.
4. Temperature Units of Measure. The °F or °C icon will begin flashing. Press the + button to
switch between °F and °C. Press the SET button (do not hold) to exist the Set Mode.
2.2 Heat Index Alarm Set Mode
To set the Heat Index Alarm, press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds or greater, and the heat
index alarm set point will begin flashing. To increase the Heat Index alarm set point, press the +
button. To increase rapidly, press and hold the +button. To decrease the Heat Index alarm set point,
press the ALARM button. To decrease rapidly, press and hold the ALARM button.
To confirm the Alarm setting and return to normal mode, press the SET button (do not hold).
2.3 Heat Index Alarm
To turn on the Heat Index Alarm, press (do not hold) the ALARM button. The alarm icon will
appear. To turn off the alarm, press the ALARM button again, and the alarm icon will disappear.
2.4 Temperature, Heat Index and Dew Point Display
Press the SET button (do not hold) to switch the display between temperature, heat index and dew
point, or: temperatureheat indexdew pointtemperature
2.5 Calibration Adjustment Mode
The purpose of calibration is to fine tune or correct for any sensor error associated with the devices
margin of error. The measurement can be adjusted from the console to calibrate to a known source.
Calibration is only useful if you have a known calibrated source you can compare it against, and is
optional. This section discusses practices, procedures and sources for sensor calibration to reduce
manufacturing and degradation errors. Do not compare your readings obtained from sources such as
the internet, radio, television or newspapers. The purpose of the heat index monitor is to measure
conditions of your surroundings, which vary significantly from location to location.
To calibrate temperature and humidity, press and hold the SET button for 9 seconds and the
temperature will start flashing.
1. Temperature Calibration. To increase the temperature to match your calibration source,
press the +button. To increase rapidly, press and hold the +button. To decrease the
temperature, press the ALARM button. To decrease rapidly, press and hold the ALARM
button.

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To confirm the temperature calibration, press the SET button (do not hold), and the humidity
will begin flashing.
2. Humidity Calibration. To increase the humidity to match your calibration source, press the
+button. To increase rapidly, press and hold the +button. To decrease the humidity, press
the ALARM button. To decrease rapidly, press and hold the ALARM button.
To confirm the humidity calibration and return to normal mode, press the SET button (do not
hold).
Temperature Calibration Discussion:Temperature errors can occur when a sensor is placed too
close to a heat source (such as a building structure, the ground or trees).
To calibrate temperature, we recommend a mercury or red spirit (fluid) thermometer. Bi-metal (dial)
and other digital thermometers are not a good source and have their own margin of error. Using a local
weather station in your area is also a poor source due to changes in location, timing (airport weather
stations are only updated once per hour) and possible calibration errors (many official weather stations
are not properly installed and calibrated).
Place the sensor in a shaded, controlled environment next to the fluid thermometer, and allow the
sensor to stabilize for 24 hours. Compare this temperature to the fluid thermometer and adjust the
console to match the fluid thermometer.
Humidity Calibration Discussion: Humidity is a difficult parameter to measure electronically
and drifts over time due to contamination. In addition, location has an adverse affect on humidity
readings (installation over dirt vs. lawn for example).
Official stations recalibrate or replace humidity sensors on a yearly basis. Due to manufacturing
tolerances, the humidity is accurate to ± 5%. To improve this accuracy, the indoor and outdoor
humidity can be calibrated using an accurate source, such as a sling psychrometer or one step
humidpak calibration kits (reference Section 7).
3Heat Index Safety Discussion
The following section is courtesy of the United States National Weather Service Office of Climate,
Water and Weather Services.
The Heat Index, sometimes referred to as the apparent temperature is given in degrees Fahrenheit. The
Heat Index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored with the actual air
temperature.
To find the Heat Index temperature, look at the Heat Index chart below. As an example, if the air
temperature is 96°F and the relative humidity is 65%, the heat index (how hot it feels) is 121°F.
IMPORTANT: Since heat index values were devised for shady, light wind conditions, exposure to
full sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15°F. Also, strong winds, particularly with very
hot, dry air, can be extremely hazardous.
The Heat Index Chart shaded zone above 105°F shows a level that may cause increasingly severe heat
disorders with continued exposure or physical activity.

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Effects of the heat index (shade values):
Level
Heat Index
Range (°F)
Notes
Caution
80-90
Fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and activity.
Continuing activity could result in heat cramps.
Extreme Caution
90-105
Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Continuing
activity could result in heat stroke.
Danger
105-130
Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely; heat stroke is
probable with continued activity.
Extreme Danger
Over 130
Heat stroke is imminent.
4Glossary of Terms
Term
Definition
Accuracy
Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual
value of the quantity being measured.
Dew Point
The dew point is the temperature at which a given parcel of humid air
must be cooled, at constant barometric pressure, for water vapor to
condense into water. The condensed water is called dew. The dew point
is a saturation temperature.
Heat Index
The Heat Index, sometimes referred to as the apparent temperature, is a
measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored
with the actual air temperature.
Hygrometer
A hygrometer is a device that measures relative humidity. Relative
humidity is a term used to describe the amount or percentage of water
vapor that exists in air.
Range
Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured.

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5Specifications
5.1 Measurement Specifications
The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters.
Measurement
Range
Accuracy
Resolution
Temperature
14 to 140 °F
± 2 °F
0.1 °F
Humidity
20 to 99 %
± 5%
1 %
Note: when temperature or humidity read out of range, the display will read LL (out of range low) or
HH (out of range high).
5.2 Power Consumption
2 x AA 1.5VAlkaline or Lithium batteries (not included)
Battery life: Approximately one year
6Troubleshooting Guide
If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows:
1. Email Support: [e-mail]
2. Live Chat Support: www.ambientweather.com/chat.html (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time)
3. Technical Support: 480-283-1644 (M-F 8am to 4pmArizona Time)
Problem
Solution
Display console contrast is weak
Replace console batteries with a fresh set of batteries.
Temperature or humidity is inaccurate
Use the humidity and temperature calibration to match
your calibration source.
Temperature, Heat Index appear to read
high
Since heat index values were devised for shady
conditions, exposure to full sunshine can increase heat
index values by up to 15°F. Make sure you take your
readings in a shaded area if possible.
7Accessories
The following software and hardware accessories are available for this weather station at
www.AmbientWeather.com .
Accessory
Image
Description
Ambient Weather Humidity
Calibration Kits
One step calibration kits for digital
hygrometers use salt slurry formula to
accurately calibrate the indoor and outdoor
hygrometers.
8Liability Disclaimer
Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot.
The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in
wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment.
Reading the “User manual” is highly recommended. The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any

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responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading
take place.
This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions. This product is
not to be used for medical purposes or for public information.
The specifications of this product may change without prior notice.
This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children.
No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer.
Ambient, LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR
MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
9Warranty Information
Ambient, LLC provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in
materials and workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and
only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact
Ambient, LLC for problem determination and service procedures.
Warranty service can only be performed by a Ambient, LLC. The original dated bill of sale must be
presented upon request as proof of purchase toAmbient, LLC.
Your Ambient, LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following
specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (lack of reasonable
and necessary maintenance); (2) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your
owner’s manual; (3) damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other
than an authorized Ambient, LLC authorized service center; (4) units used for other than home use (5)
applications and uses that this product was not intended (6) the products inability to receive a signal
due to any source of interference or metal obstructions and (7) extreme acts of nature, such as
lightning strikes or floods.
This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of
installation or removal from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on
misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation-related
circumstances.