ACU-RITE 00875 Instruction Manual

ACU-RITE 00875 Instruction Manual

Digital rain gauge with wireless self-emptying rain collector

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CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions .............2
Package Contents ....................2
Product Registration .................2
Setup ......................................5
Set Time, Date & Units ..............6
Placement Guidelines ...............6
Questions?
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Using the Rain Gauge ..............8
Troubleshooting ..................... 10
Calibration ............................ 11
Care & Maintenance .............. 12
Specifications ......................... 12
FCC Information .................... 12
Customer Support .................. 13
Warranty............................... 13
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Instruction Manual
Rain Gauge
model 00875

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Instruction Manual Rain Gauge model 00875 CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions .....2 Rain Collector Installation ..7 Package Contents ....2 Using the Rain Gauge ....8 Product Registration ....2 Troubleshooting ..... 10 Features & Benefits: Display ..3 Calibration ......11 Features & Benefits: Collector ...4 Care &...
  • Page 2: Unpacking Instructions

    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 film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product.
  • Page 3: Features & Benefits: Display

    Features & Benefits 4 5 6 7 DISPLAY UNIT 1. MODE Button 8. Time Toggle between rainfall readings 9. Date for EVENT, 1 DAY, WEEK, TOTAL 10. SET Button A or TOTAL B. for setup preferences. 2 . CLEAR Button 11.
  • Page 4: Features & Benefits: Collector

    Features & Benefits SQUEEZE TABS RAIN COLLECTOR 3. Battery & Electronics Box 1. Rain Collector Cover 4. Rain Collector Base 2. Rain Collector Tipping Cups Collects and empties rain for continuous rain measurement.
  • Page 5: Setup

    LARGE TABS SETUP Install or Replace Batteries SQUEEZE LARGE TABS AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product SQUEEZE SQUEEZE performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended. SQUEEZE SQUEEZE SQUEEZE LARGE LARGE TABS LARGE TABS TABS SQUEEZE LARGE SQUEEZE...
  • Page 6: Set Time, Date & Units

    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”...
  • Page 7: Rain Collector Installation

    (.9 m) 165 feet maximum (50 meters) Rain Collector Installation • To ensure accurate rain measurement, the rain collector MUST be placed on a flat, level surface. • Ensure the rain collector is not placed in a low spot that could become flooded or in an area where there are obstructions above it.
  • Page 8: Using The Rain Gauge

    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.
  • Page 9: Rain Alarm

    Alarms Flood Watch Alarm Press the FLOOD WATCH button to activate or deactivate the FLOOD WATCH ALARM. When the alarm is ON and flood and saturation conditions are present, an alarm will sound and the FLOOD WATCH indicator will highlight on the display.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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. • 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).
  • Page 11: Calibration

    Calibration 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.
  • Page 12: Care & Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 13: Customer Support

    Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in- class service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways: (877) 221-1252 info@chaney-inst.com AcuRite 24/7 support at www. .com Installation Videos Register your Product...
  • Page 16 © Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI 53147. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology. Printed in China 00875 INST 050615 Visit www.AcuRite.com/patents for details.

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