Acurite 06034RM User Manual

SQUEEZE

Environment Systems

SQUEEZE

Package Contents

Rain Gauge

Model 06034RM

Rain Gauge Setup

Separate rain gauge cover from the base by squeezing tabs.

Remove rain gauge cover by lifting upwards.

Remove battery box by squeezing the two tabs on each end together.

Install 2 AA batteries

into battery compartment.

Securely place the battery box back into the rain gauge base and re-attach cover onto rain gauge base.

Installation

Rain Gauge

Placement for Maximum Accuracy

Proper placement is critical to the accuracy and

Note: If you are syncing sensor with a display (not included), ensure that the A-B-C switch, located in the battery compartment, matches on both units.

performance of this product.

Important Placement Guidelines

• Rain gauge transmits wireless signal up to 100 ft (30 m). Locate away from objects that may limit wireless communication, like thick walls or metal surfaces.

• Mount at least 3 ft (0.9 m) or higher above the ground for optimal wireless range.

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Rain Gauge Installation

• To ensure accurate rain measurement, the rain gauge MUST be placed on a ﬂat, level surface.

• Ensure the rain gauge is not placed in a low spot that could become ﬂooded or in an area where there are obstructions above it.

Separate the rain gauge cover from the

rain gauge base.

Locate the two holes on the rain gauge

base.

Fasten the rain gauge base to a

sturdy surface, like a deck railing or a fence post, with screws (not included) using hand tools.

Re-attach cover onto rain gauge base.

Congratulations!

You’re ready to start using

the Rain Gauge!

Learn More at AcuRite.com

For more information about

AcuRite Environment Systems, to view

installation videos, and to purchase additional

compatible AcuRite sensors, visit

need help?

1-844-228-5465

info@chaney-inst.com

www.AcuRite.com

Features

Rain Gauge Cover

Squeeze Tab Squeeze Tab

Rain Gauge Tipping Cups

Squeeze Tab

Battery Compartment & Electronics Box

Rain Gauge Base

Care & Maintenance

Rain Gauge Care

• Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners that could mar polished surface of rain gauge or tipping cups.

• Clear debris from rain guage funnel. When dirty, rain may not ﬂow correctly through the rain gauge.

• After a cleaning, apply a small amount of liquid water repellent to the tipping cups and gauge funnel for optimal rain collection.

• Bring rain gauge indoors during freezing temperatures. Rain gauge could be damaged if residual water freezes within unit.

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.

Rain Gauge

POWER

WIRELESS RANGE

OPERATING FREQUENCY

RAINFALL

Speciﬁcations

2 x AA alkaline batteries

100 ft / 30 m depending on home construction materials

433 MHz

0 in and up; 0 mm and up

Limited One Year Warranty

IMPORTANT: Product must be registered to receive warranty

service. Register online at www.AcuRite.com to receive 1 year

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 www.AcuRite.com for the fastest way to register your product. However, product registration does not eliminate the need to retain your original proof of purchase in order to obtain warranty beneﬁts.

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 warranties, express or implied, and all other warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed, including without limitation the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty of ﬁtness for a particular purpose. Chaney expressly disclaims all liability for special, consequential or incidental damages, whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Chaney further disclaims all liability from personal injury relating to its products to the extent permitted by law. By acceptance of any of Chaney’s products, the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising from their use or misuse. No person, ﬁrm or corporation is authorized to assume for Chaney any other liability in connection with the sale of its products. Furthermore, no person, ﬁrm or corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this paragraph, and the preceding paragraph, unless done in writing and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For in-warranty claims: Chaney Instrument Co. 965 Wells St., Lake Geneva, WI 53147

warranty protection.

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Notes

06034RM INST 080614