AcuRite 02085 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Professional Weather Centre

model 02085

CONTENTS

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

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

Features & Benets: 5-in-1....... 3

Features & Benets: 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

Questions? Contact Customer Support at

0808 234 6244 or visit www.AcuRite.com.

5-in-1 Sensor Installation........11

Using the Weather Centre .....12

Rainfall Tracking ...................13

Weather Ticker .....................14

Troubleshooting ....................15

Care & Maintenance............. 17

Calibration ...........................17

Specications........................19

FCC Information ...................19

Customer Support ................ 20

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 with Tabletop Stand

2. 5-in-1 Sensor

3. Sensor Mounting Bracket

4. Mounting Hardware

5. Power Adapter

6. 4 Alkaline Batteries for 5-in-1 Sensor

7. Instruction Manual

2

Features & Benets

7

1

2

9

11

6

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

4

3

5

8

10

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 19.05 mm (3/4”)
1 #4 12.7 mm (1/2”)
1 #6 12.7 mm (1/2”)

11. Debris Filter

Pre-installed to prevent debris from

entering the rain gauge.

3

Features & Benets

Display

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29

28

27
26

25

1 432 75 6

8

9

10
11
12

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14

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16

17

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23 22 21 20 19

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1. Previous 2 Wind Directions

2. Backlight Button

For momentary backlight and
dimmer settings.

3. Current Wind Speed

4. Current Wind Direction

5. Peak Wind Speed

Highest speed from the last

60 minutes.

6. High Wind Speed Icon

Indicates peak wind speed is greater
than 81 KPH (50 MPH).

7. Current Indoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates direction
temperature is trending.

8. High Indoor Humidity Icon

Indicates indoor humidity level is
greater than 75% RH.

9. Current Indoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.

10. Humidity Level Indicator

Indicates a high, low, or ideal indoor
humidity comfort level.

11. Low Indoor Humidy Icon

Indicates indoor humidity level is
below 16% RH.

12. Display Low Battery Icon

13. Clock

14. Rainfall

Displays rainfall total for TODAY, this
WEEK, or this MONTH.

15. Today’s Rain Indicator

Illustrates rainfall collection up to
25 mm (1 inch).

16. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast

Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls data
from your 5-in-1 sensor to generate
your personal forecast.

17. Rainfall History

Displays historical rainfall totals
(see page 13).

18. Barometric Pressure

Arrow icon indicates direction
pressure is trending.

19. “ “ Button

Changes the rainfall data being
displayed (#17).

20. “ ” Button

+

For setup preferences and manually

cycling through Weather Ticker

messages.

21. “ ” Button

0

for setup preferences.

22. “ ” Button

23. “ ” Button

24. Weather Ticker

25. WEATHER SELECT

26. AUTO DIM Icon

27. Date

28. Current Outdoor Humidity

29. Average Wind Speed

30. 5-in-1 Sensor Signal Strength

31. Sensor Low Battery Icon

32. Current Outdoor Temperature

For setup preferences and manually
cycling through Weather Ticker

messages.

Changes the WEATHER SELECT
category (#25) being displayed.

TM

Streams real-time data (see page 14).

Displays high/low records and
seasonal data (see page 12).

Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 9).

Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.

Taken from all wind speed readings

over the past 2 minutes.

Arrow icon indicates direction

temperature is trending.

5

Back of Display

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BACK OF DISPLAY

1. Plug-in for Power Adapter

2. Integrated Keyhole

For easy wall mounting.

3. Backup Battery Compartment

4. A-B-C Switch

ID code that must match 5-in-1
sensor’s A-B-C switch to ensure
units synchronize.

5. CLEAR RECORD / RESET Button

Press to clear data recorded
since 12:00 am. Press and HOLD
for full reset to factory defaults.

6. Power Adapter

7. Battery Compartment Cover

(not shown)

6

SETUP

5-in-1 Sensor Setup

Set the A-B-C Switch

1

•

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.

Install or Replace Batteries

2

•

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.

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 -20ºC/-4ºF .

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.

3

Remove Rain Gauge Stabiliser

•

Locate and remove the rain gauge
stabiliser (plastic tab) taped into

the bottom of the sensor. The rain

gauge will not function until this is
removed.

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A-B-C Switch

1

Set to match

•

display

2

•

A B C

Install Batteries

4 AA Batteries

Rain Gauge Stabiliser

3

7

Remove and discard

Display Setup

Set the A-B-C Switch

1

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 in order for the units
to synchronize.

Plug Power Adapter into

2

Electric Outlet

•

A-B-C Switch

1

set to match

•

sensor

A B C

Install or Replace Backup

3

Batteries (optional)

•

Insert 3 x AA alkaline batteries
into the battery compartment,
as shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery

compartment.

Install Backup

3

Batteries (optional)

3 AA Batteries

•

Plug in Power

2

Adapter

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.

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

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.

BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to

8

Set the Time, Date & Units

Press the “ ” 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.

To adjust the currently selected (ashing) item, press and release the “ “ or

“ “ buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).

To save your adjustments, press and release the “ ” button again to adjust
the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

0

0

+

LANGUAGE (English, French, Spanish)
AUTO DST CHANGE (YES, NO)*
WEATHER TICKER SPEED (SLOW, MEDIUM, FAST)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR YEAR
TEMPERATURE UNITS (oC or oF)
WIND SPEED UNITS (KPH, MPH, Knots)
RAINFALL UNITS (mm or inches)
PRESSURE UNITS (hPa or inHg)

You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 20 seconds.
Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the “ ” button.

*If you live in an area that observes daylight saving time, DST should be set to
YES, even if it is not currently Daylight Saving Time.

Display Backlight Settings

This weather station’s colour display features three different lighting settings:
High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (15%) 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 “ ” button once to dim to 60% brightness; press
again to dim to 15%, press a 3rd time to enter “AUTO DIM” mode. “ ” icon
appears to the left of the time to indicate that auto-dim mode is ON.

y

y

AUTO DIM MODE: Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day.

6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. = 100% brightness

9:01 p.m. - 5:59 a.m.= 15% brightness

9

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 100 metres (330 feet) of each other.

MAXIMISE 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 units at least .9 m (3 feet) 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 wind measurement.

Visit us online to view installation photos and
video, or learn more about AcuRite technology:

www.AcuRite.com/5in1

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View Video

(1.5 metres)

5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines

SOUTH

NO OBSTRUCTIONS

ABOVE OR AROUND

INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 1.5 metres

(5 feet) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurements

- the National Weather Service recommends 10 metres (33 feet) high!

MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is designed to screw

directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 45mm x 95mm (2”x 4”) or
larger. The sensor can also be mounted directly to 20mm (3/4”) steel pipe
(available at hardware stores and home centres).

SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION Install the

sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH.

This ensures the cell receives as much sun
as possible and orients wind direction.

5-in-1 Sensor Installation

1. Fasten mounting base (included) to
a post or pole (not included) using
the 4 longer screws included in the
hardware bag.

2. Insert the mounting base into the hole

on the bottom of the sensor.

3. Make sure the arrows on the top of

the sensor are pointed in the proper
direction and the bubble level is in the
centre. The solar cell should be facing
south to properly orient the wind
direction.

4. Fasten the sensor into the mounting
base using the 2 shorter screws

included in the hardware bag.

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least

1.5 metres

(5 feet)

The 5-in-1 sensor is now ready to use.

Clear Data Collected During Installation

When installation is complete, clear erroneous data from the display by
pressing the “CLEAR RECORD/ RESET” button, on the back of the display
inside the battery compartment. This button will clear data recorded since
12:00 am.

Basic Setup is Complete

The 5-in-1 sensor will now synchronize with the display. It may take a few
minutes for synchronization to complete. If both or one of the units appear to
be functioning improperly, please refer to the troubleshooting section.

11

OPERATION

Using the Professional Weather Centre

Learning Mode

Self-Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in
pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude.
After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At
this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is
ready for superior weather prediction.

Weather Forecast

AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast
of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from
the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy ­personalized for your exact location.

STORMY

& WINDY

(flashing=stormy)

View the complete list of icons at www.AcuRite.com/acurite-icons

SNOW

LIKELY

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. . . .

SNOW / RAIN

MIX LIKELY

RAIN

LIKELY

CLOUDY

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Weather Select

Weather Select displays data including wind chill, dew point, heat index,
24-hour change in outdoor temperature and humidity, today, month and all­time high and low records for outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity and peak
wind speed. To change the “Weather Select” category shown, press the “ ”
button on the front of the display.

Barometric Pressure

Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This
weather centre displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate the
direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING).

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Rainfall Tracking

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This weather station features enhanced tracking of historical rainfall data.
Rain accumulation data is displayed for the current day, week, or month (most
recent rainfall total). The rain indicator illustrates today’s rain collection up to
25 mm (1 inch).

Press the “ ” button to review historical rainfall records.

Records are shown in the following order:
CURRENT YEAR TOTAL (default)

PREVIOUS DAILY TOTALS (up to 3 days prior)
MONTHLY TOTALS WITH RAIN FOR CURRENT YEAR
YEARLY TOTALS FOR PREVIOUS YEARS (up to 4 years)
ALL-TIME TOTAL

Rainfall Data

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TODAY WEEK

Displays rainfall

recorded TODAY

since 12:00am,

if applicable.

rainfall today, the current

week’s rainfall (Sunday to

Saturday) is displayed, if

RAIN

mm

If there hasn’t been any

applicable.

RAIN

mm

MONTH

If there hasn’t been any

rainfall this week, the

current month’s rainfall is

displayed.

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Weather Ticker

The Weather Ticker automatically ashes your real-time weather information
and alerts as text in the lower part of the display screen.

The possible WEATHER TICKER messages are as follows:

™

HEAT INDEX-XX
WIND CHILL-XX
DEW POINT-XX
IT FEELS LIKE XX OUTSIDE
TODAY’S HIGH HUMIDITY...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX
TODAY’S LOW HUMIDITY...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX
TODAY’S HIGH TEMP...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX
TODAY’S LOW TEMP...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX
7 DAY HIGH TEMP. XX - DD/MM
7 DAY LOW TEMP. XX - DD/MM
30 DAY HIGH TEMP. XX - DD/MM
30 DAY LOW TEMP. XX - DD/MM
ALL TIME HIGH TEMP. XXX...RECORDED DD/MM/YY
ALL TIME LOW TEMP. XXX...RECORDED DD/MM/YY
24 HOUR TEMP. CHANGE +XX
ALL TIME HIGH WIND XX KPH...RECORDED DD/MM/YY
7 DAY AVERAGE WIND XX KPH
TODAY’S AVERAGE WIND XX KPH
MOON - NEW
MOON - WAXING CRESCENT
MOON - FIRST QUARTER
MOON - WAXING GIBBOUS
MOON - FULL
MOON - WANING GIBBOUS
MOON - LAST QUARTER
MOON - WANING CRESCENT
INDOOR HUMIDITY OK
INDOOR HUMIDITY HIGH
INDOOR HUMIDITY LOW
NEW LOW TEMP. RECORD XX
NEW HIGH TEMP. RECORD XX
NEW WIND RECORD TODAY XX
CURRENT RAINFALL X.XX/HR.
RAIN EVENT STARTED XX HRS. AGO
SENSOR BATTERIES LOW
DISPLAY BATTERIES LOW
SENSOR SIGNAL LOST...CHECK BATTERIES AND PLACEMENT
CAUTION- HEAT INDEX IS XXX
CAUTION- WIND CHILL IS XXX
CALIBRATION

14

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution

No outdoor sensor

reception

no bars

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Outdoor

temperature

is ashing or

showing dashes

• Relocate the display and/or the 5-in-1 sensor.

The units must be within 100 m (330 ft) of each other.

• Make sure both units are placed at least .9 m
(3 feet) 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 -20ºC/-4ºF). Do
not use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE:
It may take a few minutes for display and sensor to
synchronize after batteries are replaced.

• Synchronize the units:

1. Bring both the sensor and display indoors and

remove power adapter/batteries from each.

2. Reinstall batteries in outdoor sensor.

3. Reinstall power adapter/batteries in display.

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

for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.

Flashing of the outdoor temperature may be an
indication of wireless interference.

• Make sure the A-B-C switch in the battery
compartments of both the display and sensor are
switched to the same letter. You may choose A, B or
C; but both units must match to sync up. Sometimes
changing to a different channel can help.

Inaccurate forecast

• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next
12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.

• Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the
display? Learning Mode must complete before
forecast and pressure will be accurate.

• Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery
removal or resetting the display will restart Learning
Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly
accurate, however Learning Mode calibrates for a
total of 33 days.

15

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution

Inaccurate

temperature or

humidity

No rainfall

Inaccurate wind

readings

• Make sure both the display and 5-in-1 sensor are
placed away from any heat sources or vents
(see page 10).

• Make sure both units are positioned away from
moisture sources (see page 10).

• Make sure 5-in-1 sensor is mounted at least 1.52 m
(5 ft) off of the ground.

• Calibrate indoor and outdoor temperature and
humidity (see page 17).

• Check to ensure the rain gauge stabilizer (plastic tab)
has been removed from the bottom of the sensor (see

page 7).

• Clear debris, such as leaves, out of the rain collector
funnel and debris screen.

• Calibrate the Rain Gauge (see page 18).

• What is wind reading being compared to? Pro
weather stations are typically mounted at 9.14 m
(30 ft) high or more. Make sure to compare data using
a sensor positioned at the same mounting height.

• Check location of the sensor. Ensure it’s mounted
a minimum of 1.52 m (5 ft) in the air with no
obstructions around it (within several feet).

• Ensure wind cups are spinning freely. If they hesitate
or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray
lubricant.

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

Display screen

not working

• Reset the display by pressing and holding the CLEAR
RECORD / RESET button, located in the battery
compartment of the display. Date and time will need
to be entered after a reset.

If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call
[phone] for assistance.

16

Care & Maintenance

Display 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.

5-in-1 Sensor Care

Clean the Sensor

Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives that will mar the
polished surfaces of the rain collection funnel or the solar cell. Scratches will result in
decreased performance and reliability.

Insect Prevention

Insects may cause obstructions and interrupt data by nesting in or on the 5-in-1 sensor.
To limit this problem, spray sensor with a household insect repellent. Consult the insect
repellent instructions prior to use.

Snow & Freezing Weather

The 5-in-1 sensor will not be damaged by freezing conditions. NOTE: If the rain
collector cup lls with snow and then melts, it will register as rain on the display.

Clean the Rain Collector Cup

Remove and empty rain collector debris lter. The debris lter is located in the rain
collector funnel. Remove from the top by gently squeezing and pulling out.

Clean the Wind Vane & Anemometer

Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind
vane and anemometer. If needed, use a small amount of spray lubricant, clear silicone
or graphite powder on the anemometer for improved movement.

Calibration

The indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity readings, and barometric
pressure can be calibrated on the display to improve accuracy. Calibration can
improve accuracy when sensor placement or environmental factors impact the
data accuracy.

1. To access calibration mode, press AND HOLD the “ ”, “ ”, and “ ”

buttons simultaneously for at least 5 seconds.

2. To adjust the currently selected (ashing) item, press and release the “ “
or “ “ buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower from the actual
reading.

3. To save your adjustments, press and release the “ ” button to adjust the
next preference. The “ ” icon will remain illuminated next to calibrated
values.

The preference set order is as follows:
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE
OUTDOOR HUMIDITY

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+ 0

+

INDOOR TEMPERATURE
INDOOR HUMIDITY
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (must be set to MANUAL mode to calibrate)*

*To change from AUTO to MANUAL pressure mode and vice versa, press
AND HOLD the “ ” button for 5-7 seconds. The display indicates the

0

current pressure mode selected, “AUTO” or “MANUAL”. The “ ” icon will
appear next to the barometric pressure to indicate that MANUAL mode has
been activated. Press and HOLD the “ ” button for 5-7 seconds to return to

0

AUTO mode.

After 5-10 seconds of inactivity, the display will save the adjustments and exit
calibration mode. NOTE: Calibrations will be erased if the display is reset or if
batteries are removed and the power adapter is unplugged.

Calibrate the Rain Gauge

The rain gauge on the 5-in-1 sensor can be calibrated to improve accuracy.
Items Needed: 5-in-1 sensor, display, plastic cup, pin, screw driver

1. First, ensure 5-in-1 sensor is perfectly level using built-in bubble level.

2. Place display close so you can monitor it during calibration.

3. Make a pin hole in the bottom of a plastic cup. Hold the cup over the rain gauge and

ll it with exactly 240mL (8 oz) of water, allowing the water to drip into the rain gauge.
You should hear the internal buckets tip and see water drain through the rain gauge.

4. A few seconds after each bucket tip, the display displays rainfall in approximately

.25 mm (0.01”) or more increments.

5. The cup of water should take more than 20 minutes to empty; a quicker period will

result in inaccurate calibration. Try to simulate a normal steady rainfall. When cup is
empty of water, display should register 26.92 mm (1.06”).

Tips

• There should be nearly an equal number of water drops (about 25 water drops)

between bucket tips. If not, adjust the calibration screws on the bottom of the 5-in-1
sensor until an equal number of water drops are tipping the buckets. Then, restart the
calibration procedure.

• If you don’t hear the buckets tipping and see water dripping alternately out of

each drain, there may be an issue with the rain gauge or it’s adjustment. See
Troubleshooting on page 16.

Adjustment

If the rain gauge doesn’t register close to 26.92 mm (1.06”), make an EQUAL
adjustment to the two calibration screws on the bottom of the 5-in-1 sensor. Turning
screws clockwise increases rainfall; counter clockwise decreases rainfall.

• To adjust the rainfall reading by 2% turn both screws 1/8 of a turn.

• To adjust the rainfall reading by 4% turn both screws 1/4 of a turn.

• To adjust the rainfall reading by 8% turn both screws 1/2 of a turn.

Watch the video at www.acurite.com/5in1

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Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

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

Indoor: 0ºC to 50ºC; 32ºF to 122ºF

HUMIDITY RANGE

Outdoor: 1% to 99%
Indoor: 1% to 99%

WIND SPEED

WIND DIRECTION
INDICATORS

RAINFALL MEASUREMENT
WIRELESS RANGE

DISPLAY OPERATING
TEMPERATURE

OPERATING FREQUENCY
POWER

0 to 159 kph; 0 to 99 mph

16 points

0.25 mm (0.01 inches) and up
100m / 330ft depending on home construction materials

-7ºC to 49ºC (20ºF to 120ºF)

433 MHz

Display: 5V adapter
3 x AA alkaline batteries (optional)

Sensor: 4 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries

DATA REPORTING

Wind Speed: 18 second updates; Direction: 30 seconds
Outdoor temperature & humidity: 36 second updates
Indoor temperature & humidity: 60 second updates

FCC Information

Hereby, AcuRite, declares that this Weather Station is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC
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.
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 equipment 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 modifications to this equipment. Such modifications 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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by you or us; for any loss or damage not caused by us; and

where you reside.
of the United Kingdom which has jurisdiction, for example –
to this Policy shall be brought in the relevant court of the part
which case the laws of Scotland will apply. Any dispute relating
laws of the laws of England unless you live in Scotland in
This Return, Refund, and Warranty Policy is governed by the

Governing Law

remaining terms shall not be affected.
from the warranty and the legality and enforceability of the
If any term is held to be unenforceable, it shall be excluded
sites such as eBay or Craigslist.
or warranty services if you buy products used or from resale
of our products. We cannot and do not offer any return, refund,
Additionally, this Policy applies only to the original purchaser
country in which you made your purchase.
other than the UK, please consult the policies applicable to the
purchases made in the UK. For purchases made in a country
This Return, Refund, and Warranty Policy applies only to

Applicability of Policy

duly authorized agent of ours.
terms of this warranty unless done in writing and signed by a
duly authorized agent) is authorized to modify or waive the
Furthermore, no person, rm or corporation (other than our
or liability in connection with the sale of our products.
agent) is authorized to bind us to any other obligation
person, rm or corporation (other than our duly authorized
liability for the consequences arising from their misuse. No
acceptance of any of our products, the purchaser assumes all
for any loss or damage to business or non-consumers. By

effect of the main loss or damage and which is not foreseeable
this warranty which is an indirect loss which happens as a side
whether arising in tort/delict or by contract from any breach of
We expressly disclaim all liability for any loss or damage,

Bureau.

authority Trading Standards Department of Citizens’ Advice
information about your statutory rights contact your local
failure. This does not affect your statutory rights. For further
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major
have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
at the time the goods are supplied. You are also entitled to
is foreseeable where it could be contemplated by you and us
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. Loss
refund for a major failure and may be entitled to compensation
of, those legal rights. You are entitled to a replacement or
your legal rights. This policy is in addition to, and not instead
Our products are sold by our ofcial retailers and subject to

Important Information

Department of Citizens’ Advice Bureau.
rights contact your local authority Trading Standards
policy. For further information about your statutory
product(s) and those rights are not affected by this
in addition to your statutory rights in relation to your
herein. The benets given by this warranty policy are
Chaney provides the benets and services set forth
of Chaney products from one of our ofcial retailers,
benets and services set forth herein. For purchases
from one of our ofcial retailers, AcuRite provides the
Instrument Company. For purchases of AcuRite products
AcuRite is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chaney

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