Chaney Instrument 100F100VTXL Users Manual
Features & Benets
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Instruction Manual
Lightning Detector Sensor
model 06045M
1. Integrated Hanger
For easy placement.
2. Wireless Signal Indicator
Flashes when data is being
sent to the companion unit.
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3. Interference Indicator
Flashes when interference is
detected (see page 4).
4. A-B-C Switch
Slide to select A-B-C channel.
5. Battery Compartment
6. Lightning Strike Indicator
Indicates a lightning strike has
occurred within 25 miles (40 km).
7. Battery Compartment Cover
Note: Under no circumstances shall the Lightning Detector, Chaney Instrument
Co. or the Primex Family of Companies be held responsible for any damages
whatsoever that may result from the use of or inability to use this product, including
without limitation any indirect, incidental, special, exemplary or consequential
damages, which are expressly disclaimed. This disclaimer of liability applies to
any damages or injury caused by any failure of performance, error, omission,
inaccuracy, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission
software virus, communication failure, theft or destruction or unauthorized access
to, alteration of, or use of the product, whether for breach of contract, tortuous
behavior (including, without limitation, strict liability), negligence, or under any
other cause of action, to the fullest extent permissible by law. This does not affect
any statutory rights which may not be disclaimed. The contents of this product,
including all lightning and weather data are provided “as is” and without warranty
or condition of any kind, express or implied, including, without limitation, any
warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose. Chaney Instrument
Co. & the Primex Family of Companies do not warrant that this product or the
data that it provides will be free of errors, interruptions, viruses or other harmful
components. Chaney Instrument Co. & the Primex Family of Companies do not
warrant the accuracy or reliability of any lightning strike alerts, weather data or
other information provided by the product. Chaney Instrument Co. & the Primex
Family of Companies reserve the right to alter the product or withdraw it from the
market at its sole discretion.
SETUP
Sensor Setup
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Set the A-B-C Switch
The A-B-C switch is located inside the
battery compartment. Slide to set the
channel to A, B or C.
NOTE: If being used with a
companion product that has an A-B-C
channel, you must select the same
letter choice for both the sensor and
the product it is being paired with in
order for the units to synchronize.
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Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline or lithium batteries in
the wireless sensor for the best
product performance. Heavy duty
A-B-C Switch
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A B C
Install Batteries
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4 AA batteries
or rechargeable batteries are not
recommended.
The sensor requires lithium batteries
in low temperature conditions. Cold
temperatures can cause alkaline
batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the sensor for
temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.
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.
Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of the sensor is critical to the accuracy and performance of this
product.
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 protected
from direct weather elements.
Hang the sensor using the integrated 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
• Sensor must be within 330 feet (100 meters) of a companion unit
(sold separately).
MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE
Place unit away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other
objects that may limit wireless communication.
PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE
Place unit at least 3 feet (90 cm) away from electronic devices (TV, computer,
microwave, radio, etc.).
LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES
To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place sensor out of direct
sunlight and away from any heat sources.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
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
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.
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LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES
To ensure accurate humidity measurement, locate sensor away from humidity
sources. Avoid installing the sensor near indoor pools, spas, or other bodies of
water. Water sources may impact humidity accuracy.
Lightning Detection
The sensor detects cloud-to-cloud, cloud-to-ground and intra-cloud lightning.
When lightning is detected, the sensor will beep and the strike indicator will
ash for each of the rst 10 strikes. After 10 strikes, the sensor will enter silent
mode but will continue to ash. The sensor will stay in silent mode for 2 hours
after the last lightning detection.
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