Instruction Manual
Rain Gauge
model 00875
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions .............2
Package Contents ....................2
Product Registration .................2
Features & Benets: Display ...... 3
Features & Benets: Collector ...4
Setup ......................................5
Install or Replace Batteries........5
Set Time, Date & Units ..............6
Placement Guidelines ...............6
Rain Collector Installation .........7
Using the Rain Gauge ..............8
Troubleshooting .....................10
Calibration ............................ 11
Care & Maintenance .............. 12
Specications ......................... 12
FCC Information .................... 12
Customer Support .................. 13
Warranty...............................13
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com
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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. Rain collector
3. Instruction Manual
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Features & Benets
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DISPLAY UNIT
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1. MODE Button
Toggle between rainfall readings
for EVENT, 1 DAY, WEEK, TOTAL
A or TOTAL B.
2 . CLEAR Button
Clears data being viewed for
current mode (#1).
3. HIST. Button
Displays historical data.
4. FLOOD WATCH ALARM Indicator
Indicates conditions are present
that could lead to ooding.
5. RAIN ALARM Indicator
Indicates that a rain event has
begun.
6. Display Low Battery Indicator
7. HISTORY Icon
Indicates historical data is being
viewed.
8. Time
9. Date
10. SET Button
for setup preferences.
11. ”+” Button
For setup preferences.
12. Rain Collector Signal Strength
13. RAIN ALARM Button
Activates/Deactivates rain alarm.
14. Rain Collector Low Battery Indicator
15. FLOOD WATCH Button
Activates/Deactivates ood watch alarm.
16. Rainfall Total
For current mode selected (#1).
17. Mode
Indicates mode displayed.
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Features & Benets
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RAIN COLLECTOR
1. Rain Collector Cover
2. Rain Collector Tipping Cups
Collects and empties rain for
continuous rain measurement.
3. Battery & Electronics Box
4. Rain Collector Base
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SETUP
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Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product
performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
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Rain Collector
1. Separate rain collector cover from the base by gently
squeezing tabs and pulling the cover upwards.
2. Remove battery box by squeezing the two tabs on
each end together.
3. Remove and discard foam rain gauge stabilizer.
4. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment
as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the
battery compartment.
5. Securely place the battery box back into the rain collector base.
6. Securely re-attach the rain collector cover onto rain
collector base.
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Display Unit
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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PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
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.
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
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Set the Time, Date & Units
This rain gauge is equipped with historical data and alarms that require
accurate time and date settings to function properly. It is important to set the
time, date and units before using the rain gauge.
Press and hold the “SET” button for 3 seconds 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 “+”
button (press and HOLD to fast adjust).
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 (note AM/PM indicators)
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
UNITS (INCH or MM)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 20
seconds. Enter SET MODE at any time by pressing and holding the “SET”
button for 3 seconds.
Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions.
Proper placement of both the display unit and rain collector 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.
Important Placement Guidelines
• Display unit and rain collector must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.
• To maximize wireless range and communication, install the rain collector
at least 3 ft (.9 m) above ground. Place both the display and the collector
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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TV
(50 meters)
SQUEEZE
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(.9 m)
165 feet maximum
Rain Collector Installation
• To ensure accurate rain measurement, the rain collector MUST be placed on
a at, level surface.
• Ensure the rain collector is not placed in a low spot that could become
ooded or in an area where there are obstructions above it.
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1. Separate the rain collector cover from the rain collector base.
2. Locate the two holes on the rain collector base.
3. Fasten the rain collector base to a sturdy surface, like a deck railing or a
fence post, with screws (included) using hand tools. (Power tools may slip
during installation, causing damage to the rain collector.)
Setup is Complete
The rain collector 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 Rain Gauge
Modes & Historical Data
Press the MODE button to view rainfall data for different modes. While a mode
is being viewed, press the CLEAR button to erase the reading being viewed or
press the HIST. button to view historical readings. You will automatically exit
HIST. mode if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds. Enter HIST. mode at any
time by pressing the HIST button.
EVENT Mode
When EVENT mode is selected, rainfall data is shown for the most recent
rainfall. An event ends when no rainfall has been detected for 8 hours. An
event may be a brief drizzle, or a multi-day storm.
To display the last 7 rain event rainfall totals, press the HIST. button. Each time
the HIST. button is pressed, one rain event is displayed with the event’s time
and date. To clear an event from memory, press AND HOLD the CLEAR button
while the event is being viewed. Clearing data from EVENT mode does not
impact other modes.
1 DAY Mode
When 1 DAY mode is selected, rainfall data is shown for today.
To display the DAILY RAIN for the last 7 days, press the HIST. button. Each
time the HIST. button is pressed, the total rainfall recorded for the day will be
shown with the time rainfall started (if applicable) and date. To clear any DAY
rainfall total from memory, press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the data
for the day is being viewed. Clearing a day’s rainfall data will subtract that
rainfall amount from the WEEK, TOTAL A and TOTAL B modes.
WEEK Mode
When WEEK mode is selected, rainfall data is shown for the past calendar
week (Sunday through Saturday).
To display the WEEKLY RAIN for the last 7 weeks, press the HIST. button. Each
time the HIST. button is pressed, the total rainfall recorded for the week will
be shown with the time rainfall started (if applicable) and date. To clear any
WEEK rainfall total from memory, press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while
the data for the week is being viewed. Clearing a week’s rainfall data will
subtract that rainfall amount from TOTAL A and TOTAL B modes.
TOTAL A/B Mode
TOTAL A and TOTAL B are total rainfall measured since the rain gauge was
powered on or since the last time the mode was cleared. To display the start
time and date for TOTAL A or TOTAL B, press the HIST. button. To clear
TOTAL A or TOTAL B mode, press AND HOLD the CLEAR button while the
mode is being viewed.
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Alarms
Flood Watch Alarm
Press the FLOOD WATCH button to activate or deactivate the FLOOD WATCH
ALARM. When the alarm is ON and ood and saturation conditions are
present, an alarm will sound and the FLOOD WATCH indicator will highlight
on the display. Flood conditions include:
> 3” (76.2 mm) in the last 7 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 2.3” (58.4 mm) in the last 4 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 1.5” (38.1 mm) in the last 2 days, and then >0.7” (17.78 mm) in the last 2 hours or
>1” (25.4 mm) in the last 24 hours
> 1.4” (35.6 mm) in the last 2 hours
> 1.6” (40.6 mm) in the last 8 hours
> 1.8” (45.7 mm) in the last 24 hours
If ood or saturation conditions occur, the alarm sounds for 1 minute or until
any button is pressed. If no buttons are pressed, the FLOOD WATCH indicator
will ash on the display, and the alarm will sound three times on the hour for
the next 8 hours.
NOTE: The rain gauge measures rainfall even while the ood alarm is off.
Rain Alarm
Press the RAIN ALARM button to activate or deactivate the RAIN ALARM.
When the alarm is ON and any rainfall is detected an alarm will sound and
the RAIN ALARM indicator will highlight on the display. The alarm sounds for
1 minute or until any button is pressed. If no buttons are pressed, the alarm will
stop and the RAIN ALARM icon will ash for up to 30 minutes.
NOTE: The FLOOD WATCH ALARM and RAIN ALARM are NOT intended to
be a safety device or warning system.
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Troubleshooting
No rainfall:
Display shows
dashes
Dashes indicate that the display unit and rainfall
collector are not synchronized.
• Relocate the display unit and/or the rainfall collector.
The units must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.
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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. Do not use heavy
duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may take up
to 20 minutes for display unit and rainfall collector to
synchronize after batteries are replaced.
• Try resetting the units:
1. Bring both the display unit and rainfall collector
indoors and position side by side.
2. Remove the batteries from both units.
3. Reinstall batteries in the rain collector rst.
4. Reinstall batteries in the display unit last.
5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other
for 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.
No rainfall:
Display shows
zeroes
Rainfall registering
when there’s
no rain
Can the rainfall collector
remain outdoors in
freezing temperatures?
Display screen
not working
Remove rain collector cover. Please make sure that you
have removed the foam rain gauge stabilizer. Does
the tipping lever ip back and forth easily? Try tipping
it manually to see if it will register as rain. If not, try
the reset steps listed above.
• Make sure the rain collector is mounted securely so
that it cannot move or sway in the wind. The rain
collector should be mounted on a solid and level
surface in a clear area away from any overhead
obstructions that may block rainfall.
• Make sure you are using standard alkaline batteries
(not heavy duty, max or rechargeable).
No, the rainfall collector should be brought indoors when
there is a possibility of freezing temperatures. Water
expands when it freezes. If any water is left within the
collector during a freeze, it can crack the plastic and
cause permanent damage.
• 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
(877) 221-1252 for assistance.
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Calibration
2 CALIBRATION SCREWS
Calibrate the Rain Gauge
The rain gauge can be calibrated to improve accuracy.
Items Needed: rain collector, display unit, plastic cup, pin, screw driver
1. First, place the rain collector on a level surface.
2. Place the display unit close by 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 1 cup (8 oz.) of water, allowing the water to
slowly drip into the rain gauge. You should hear the internal cups tipping
and see the water drain through the rain gauge.
4. A few seconds after each cup tip, the display unit will display rainfall in
approximately 0.01”
5. The cup of water should take more than 20 minutes to empty; a quicker
period will result in an inaccurate calibration. Try to simulate a normal
steady rainfall. When the cup is empty of water, the display unit
should register 2.20”
Tips
• There should be nearly an equal number of water drops between cup tips.
If not, then adjust the calibration screws beneath the tipping lever until
an equal number of water drops are tipping the cups. Then, restart the
calibration procedure.
(0.2 mm)
(55.9 mm).
or more increments.
• If you don’t hear the cups tipping and see water dripping alternately out of
each drain, there may be an issue with the rain gauge or it’s adjustment.
Adjustment
If the rain gauge doesn’t register close to
2.20”
(55.9 mm)
an EQUAL adjustment to the two calibration
screws, located beneath the tipping cups.
Turn screws clockwise to increase rainfall;
turn screw counter clockwise to decrease
rainfall.
• To adjust the rainfall reading by 2%
turn both screws 1/4 of a turn.
• To adjust the rainfall reading by 4%
turn both screws 1/2 of a turn.
• To adjust the rainfall reading by 8%
turn both screws 1 full turn.
after the cup is empty, make
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COLLECTING CUP
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.
Rain Collector Care
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives that
could mar the polished surface of the rain collector or tipping cups. If the
collector becomes dirty, rain water may not ow correctly through the rain
collector. Some environmental conditions may require more frequent, periodic
cleaning of the collector. After a cleaning, it is recommend to apply a small
amount of liquid water repellent (found in the automotive section) to the tipping
cups and collector funnel for optimal rain collection.
The rainfall collector cannot be used in the winter during freezing temperatures.
Water expands when it freezes. If any water is left within the unit during a
freeze, it can crack the plastic and permanently damage the unit.
Specications
RAINFALL RANGE
WIRELESS RANGE
WIRELESS FREQUENCY
POWER
DATA REPORTING
0 to 99.99 in ; 0 to 99.99 mm
165 ft / 50 m depending on home construction materials
433 MHz
Display: 2 x AA alkaline batteries
Rain Collector: 2 x AA alkaline batteries
60 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 modications 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 modications to this equipment.
Such modications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
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