AcuRite 02044W Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Wireless Thermometer

model 02044W

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CONTENTS

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2

Package Contents .................. 2

Product Registration ............... 2

Features & Benets................. 3

Setup .................................... 4

Install or Replace Batteries...... 4

Set the Time & Units ............... 5

Placement Guidelines ............. 6

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Using the Thermometer........... 7

Troubleshooting ..................... 8

Care & Maintenance.............. 9

Specications......................... 9

FCC Information .................... 9

Customer Support .................10

Warranty..............................10

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.

Package Contents

1. Display unit

2. Outdoor sensor

3. Instruction Manual

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1. Current Outdoor Temperature

2. Outdoor Sensor Low Battery
Indicator

3. “max” indicator

Indicates today’s HIGH records are

being viewed.

4. “min” indicator

Indicates today’s LOW records are

being viewed.

5. Clock

6. Current Indoor Temperature

7. “°F/°C” Button

Toggle between °F and °C.

8. “SET” Button

9. “+” Button

10. “MAX/MIN” Button

Press to view the lowest/highest
temperatures recorded since midnight.

11. Display Low Battery Indicator

12. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength

OUTDOOR SENSOR

13. Battery Compartment Cover

14. Wireless Signal Indicator

Flashes when data is being sent to
the display unit.

15. Integrated Hanger

For easy placement.

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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 outdoor sensor requires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions.
Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the outdoor sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.

Outdoor Sensor

1. Slide off the battery compartment
cover.

2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the
battery compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in
the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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Display Unit

1. Slide off the battery compartment

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2. Insert 2 x AAA batteries into the
battery compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in
the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

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.

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

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Set the Time

Press and hold the “SET” button for 3 seconds to enter the 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 the “+” button.

To save your adjustments, press and release the “SET” button again to adjust

the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

CLOCK (12 or 24 hours)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE

You will automatically exit SET mode if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds.
Enter SET mode at any time by pressing and holding the “SET” button for 3

seconds.

Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius

To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units,

press the “ºF/ºC” button located on 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 outside to observe outdoor conditions.
Sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor
use, however, to extend its life place the sensor in an area

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Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger, or

by using string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location,
like a well covered tree branch. The best location is 4 to 8 feet
above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air
to circulate around the sensor.

Important Placement Guidelines

• To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct
sunlight and away from heat sources or vents.

• Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft (50 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.)

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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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OPERATION

Using the Thermometer

High/Low Records

Today’s high and low values are recorded for indoor and outdoor temperature.

The high and low records automatically clear at 12:00am.

To view the LOW temperature record, press and release the “MAX/MIN”
button. The “MIN” icon appears on the display next to the low records.

To view the HIGH temperature record, press and release the “MAX/MIN”
button. The “MAX” icon appears on the display next to the high records.

To reset the LOW records, press AND HOLD the “MAX/MIN” button while
viewing the low records. Dashes will display to conrm all low values have

been cleared.

To reset the HIGH records, press AND HOLD the “MAX/MIN” button while
viewing the high records. Dashes will display to conrm all high values have

been cleared.

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Troubleshooting

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If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:

• Relocate the display unit and/or the outdoor sensor.
The units must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.

• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.9 m)
away from electronics that may interfere with the

wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves,

computers, etc).

• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in

sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). 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.

Flashing of the outdoor 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. Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor.

3. Reinstall the battery in the display unit.

4. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other

for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.

• Make sure both the display unit and sensor are
placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat
sources or vents (see page 6).

Display screen

not working

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Batteries may need to be replaced.

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. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a
gentle puff of air.

Outdoor Sensor Care

Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.

Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC

Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC

WIRELESS RANGE

WIRELESS FREQUENCY

POWER

165 ft / 50 m depending on home construction materials

433 MHz

Display: 2 x AAA alkaline batteries

Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries

DATA REPORTING

30 second updates

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.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Customer Support

AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in­class 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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[phone] [e-mail]

24/7 support at www.AcuRite.com

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Limited One Year Warranty

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
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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
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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,
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