Oregon RGR968 User Manual

THE RAIN GAUGE

MODEL: RGR968

USER’S MANUAL

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchasing the RGR 968 Rain Gauge.
The Rain Gauge measures the total amount and rate of rainfall.
The Rain Gauge is a part of the Cable Free Weather Station

(WMR112A). If you want to see readings for the total amount of
rainfall and the rate of rainfall you need to own a WMR112A main
display unit.

The rain gauge is powered by solar transmitter STR928 that is
included in this package.

SECTION 2 INSTALLATION

TO INSTALL IT

1. Unscrew the solar transmitter STR928.

2. Plug in the connector of RGR968 into the solar transmitter as
shown.

3. Secure the screws again.

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4. Open the cover of the rain collector.

5. Remove the fiber tape from around the bucket assemblies.

9. Close the cover of the rain collector.

10. Press [RESET] of STR928 after installation.

THE SOLAR TRANSMITTER

The solar transmitter makes use of solar energy to power the
anemometer. Two pieces of UM3 or "AA" - sized batteries are
needed as back-up power.

Note: It is recommended to insert two UM3 or “AA”-sized super
lithium batteries for weather condition under 32°F.

For the solar transmitters to function properly, make sure the solar
receptors on the transmitter is exposed to sunlight and the
connectors of the connection cable are securely plugged in.

SECTION 3 OPERATION

RAINFALL

The rate of rainfall can be displayed in mm/hr or in/hr.

To select the display unit,

1. Press the rainfall window.

2. Press [UNIT] for the desired setting.
To display the yesterday’s rainfall and the total rainfall from the

last cleared date,

1. Press the rainfall window.

2. Press [MEMORY] for the desired record. Yesterday rainfall will
be displayed with “YESTERDAY” shown in the rainfall window.
Total rainfall will be displayed with "TOTAL" shown in the
rainfall window. The time and date of the record will be displayed
alternatively with “SINCE” icon in the clock window for total
rainfall.

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6. Mount the rain gauge and its solar transmitter safely in place.

7. Put drops of water on the cross at the base on the rain collector
to check the leveling.

Water stay at
position 1 - 4
means the gauge
is not leveled

8. Use metal ring to adjust the leveling of the rain collector if
necessary.

METAL RING

Note: Yesterday’s rainfall record will be updated when the real time

clock runs from 11:59:59 pm to 12:00:00 am. And it is counted for
12:00:00 am of one day to 12:00:00 am on the next day.

If the rain sensor detects no rainfall for about two consecutive
hours, the current rate of rainfall will be displayed as zero.

To clear the total rainfall,

1. Press the rainfall window.

2. Press and hold [MEMORY] till a key tone is heard.
The yesterday’s rainfall record will not be affected when you clear

the total rainfall.

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This device is compatible to be used with the following items:

- Anemometer (WGR968)

- Baro-thermo-hygrometer (BTHR968)

- Outdoor Thermo-hygrometer (THGR968)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ITEMS

NOTE ON COMPLIANCE

This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 operations.

MAINTENANCE

When handled properly, this unit is engineered to give you years
of satisfactory service. Here are a few product care instructions:

1. Do not immerse the unit in water. If the unit comes in contact

with water, dry it immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.

2. Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.

Abrasive cleaning agents may scratch the plastic parts and
corrode the electronic circuit.

3. Do not subject the unit to excessive: force, shock, dust,

temperature, or humidity. Such treatment may result in
malfunction, a shorter electronic life span, damaged batteries, or
distorted parts.

4. Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components. Doing so

will terminate the unit’s warranty and may cause damage. The
unit contains no user-serviceable parts.

5. Only use new batteries as specified in this instruction manual.

Do not mix new and old batteries as the old batteries may leak.

6. Read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating the unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rainfall

Daily and Cumulative : 0 to 9999 mm (0 to 393.7 in)
Measuring Range

Rainfall Rate : 0 to 999 mm/hr (0 to 39.37 in/hr)
Measuring Range

Daily and Cumulative : 1 mm (0.04 inch)
Resolution

Rainfall Rate Resolution : 1mm/hr (0.04 m/h) typical

RGR968 :

Weight : 9.73 ounces(276g)
Dimension : Ø 113.5 x 145 (H) mm

Power : Main : solar cell (STR928)

STR928 :

Weight : 9.38 ounces (266g)
Dimension : 115 (L) x 81 (W) x 138 (H) mm

Power back up : 2 x UM3- “AA” size alkaline battery

(4.47x5.71 inches)

(4.53x3.19x5.43 inches)

(recommend super lithium battery for
weather condition under 0°C)

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC :
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 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:

o Reorient or relocate the receiving unit.
o Increase the separation between the equipment.
o Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

o Consult the dealer of an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Company Name : Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address : 19861 SW 95th Place, Tualatin, Oregon 97062, USA
Telephone Number : (1)503-6398883
Name and model number of the product: Cable Free Weather Station

WMR112A

CAUTION

— The content of this manual is subject to change without

further notice.

— Due to printing limitation, the displays shown in this

manual may differ from the actual display.

— The contents of this manual may not be reproduced

without the permission of the manufacturer.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

Should you require assistance regarding this product and its
operation, please contact our customer care department at
800-853-8883 or via email at [e-mail].

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