INTRODUCTION Thank You and Congratulations on your purchase of this innovative Wireless Rain Gauge for display of rainfall data through a wireless rainfall sensor. With 2 easy to use function keys, this unique product is perfect for gardeners and weather buffs alike. This product offers: INSTANT TRANSMISSION is the state-of-the- art new wireless transmission technology,...
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SETTING UP Hint: Use good quality Alkaline Batteries; avoid rechargeable batteries. 1. Have the receiver and the rain gauge 3 to 5 feet apart. 2. Place the batteries into the rain gauge FIRST and next into the receiver. Observing the correct polarization, insert 2 “AAA” Alkaline Batteries into the compartment at the back of the rain gauge and replace the cover.
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3. DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS FOR 15 MINUTES. 4. All segments of the LCD will light up briefly. Then 0.00 inch will be displayed in both sections of the LCD. If the “0.00” is not displayed after a few seconds, remove the batteries and wait for at least 10 seconds before reinserting them.
Battery Change: It is recommended to replace the batteries in the unit approximately every 3 years to ensure optimum accuracy. FUNCTION KEYS The simple design of this product features 2 keys. RESET/+ Key: • Press for 5 seconds to reset the TOTAL rainfall data “0”. •...
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Light Rain/Heavy Rain Indicator The wireless rain gauge features 2 rain level indicators: Light Rain and Heavy Rain. Light Rain: Indicated by 3 clouds and rain with no animation. The Light Rain icon will appear if any rain is registered over the past 10 minutes. Heavy Rain: Indicated by 3 clouds with animated rain.
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Hanging Hole Hanging Hole Table Stand Positioning the Rain Gauge Position the connected rain gauge outdoor to collect rainfall data. Ensure that the rain gauge is placed in a secure and flat location where it can properly collect properly rain quantity without obstruction.
Top View Holes for screws Side View MAINTENANCE • Avoid placing the units in locations prone to extreme temperatures, vibration and shock since these may cause damage and inaccurate readings. • When cleaning the display and casing of the Wireless Rain Gauge, use a soft damp cloth only.
SPECIFICATIONS Rainfall User defined from 0.05” to 4.00” Rainfall Alarm over 24 hour period Rainfall Range 0.00” to 199.99” (total) Unit Display Inch Transmission Range 330 Feet 915 MHz, updating every 6 Transmission seconds Power Supply: Receiver: 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V. Rain Gauge: 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above.
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