Console Tips - DAVIS Weather Wizard III Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting Guide
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R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
While the Weather Wizard III is designed to provide years of trouble-free oper-
ation, occasional problems may arise. If you are having a problem with your
unit, please check the following guide before sending the unit in for repair. You
will be able to solve many of the problems yourself. If, after checking this
guide, you are unable to solve the problem, please call the factory at 1-510-732-
7814 for further instructions. Please do not return your unit for repair without
prior authorization.
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ONSOLE IPS
Display is flashing
• Unit is operating under battery power. Check to be sure the power adapter
has not come unplugged from the console or outlet.
Display is blank
• Unit is not receiving power. Check to be sure the power adapter has not
come unplugged from the console or outlet.
• If power is interrupted, battery may be installed incorrectly. Check and re-
install.
• Battery may be run down or old. Replace.
Display shows a series of dashes in place of function reading
• Sensor for function which is "dashed out" is not plugged in.
• Cable from sensor for function which is "dashed out" may have broken wire.
Check the areas where cables have been secured carefully.
• A reading has exceeded the limits indicated on the specifications table.
• For temperature, wind speed, or rainfall: calibration numbers may be caus-
ing readings to exceed display limits. Check calibration number and adjust
if necessary.
Display is sluggish or console does not work at low temperatures
• The LCD display may not work below 32˚F (0˚C). Use the external tempera-
ture sensor in low-temperature locations and keep the console in a warmer
location. See "Displaying the Console" on page 14 for more information.
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