Table of Contents
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CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Features & Benefits ................. 3
Setup .................................... 4
Install or Replace Batteries...... 4
Power Dock ........................... 5
Quick Setup........................... 6
Set the SAME #/FIPS Code .... 6
Set the Channel ..................... 6
Set the Time Zone .................. 6
Set DST Preference ................ 6
Set the Time ........................... 7
Set the Date .......................... 7
Questions?
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Weather Alert Radio
models 08525 / 08535 /
Manual Setup ........................ 7
Edit SAME/FIPS Code ........... 7
Edit the Channel ................... 7
Edit the Time & Date ............. 8
Edit Alerts ............................. 8
Placement Guidelines ............. 8
Using the Radio ..................... 9
Troubleshooting ....................10
Alert Descriptions .................. 11
Care & Maintenance .............14
Specifications ........................14
FCC Information ...................14
Customer Support .................15
Warranty..............................15
Contact Customer Support at
Instruction Manual
08550W / 08551W /
08552W / 08553W
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Instruction Manual Weather Alert Radio models 08525 / 08535 / 08550W / 08551W / 08552W / 08553W CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions ... 2 Manual Setup ......7 Package Contents ....2 Edit SAME/FIPS Code ... 7 Product Registration ....2 Edit the Channel ....7 Features &... -
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
Features & Benefits Weather Radio 1. Current Channel 2. Alert Message Display Area 10 11 12 Displays alert type, alert issued, and menu text. 3. Menu Mode Indicator 4. History Mode Indicator Indicates previous alerts are being reviewed. 5. Listen Mode: Silenced Radio WILL NOT alert for READY advisories or watches. -
Page 4: Setup
SETUP Install or Replace Batteries AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline or lithium batteries for the best product performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended. Batteries provide backup power in the event of a power outage. They provide portable power so you can take the radio with you for outdoor activities, such as ball games, hiking, skiing, boating, hunting, fishing, etc. -
Page 5: Power Dock
Power Dock Plug-in the power dock as the main power source for the weather radio. Place the weather radio into the power dock and the “ ” icon appears, indicating the radio is docked correctly. NOTE: The weather radio and power dock do NOT contain charging circuits and will NOT charge or supply power to the batteries. -
Page 6: Quick Setup
Quick Setup Most basic preferences can be set with the Quick Setup process. To access Quick Setup, press the “MENU” button. The display will show “ ”. Navigate right by pressing “u”. Press “OK” to enter into Quick Setup. You can exit by pressing the “MENU” button. Set the SAME # (FIPS Code) Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) ensures you only receive alerts intended for your specific area. -
Page 7: Set The Time
Set the Time After the DST preference is set you will automatically move on to Current Time setting. Press the “p” or “q” buttons to adjust the hour. Press the “u ” button to set the minutes. Press the “p” or “q” buttons to adjust the minutes, then press the “u ”... -
Page 8: Edit The Time & Date
Edit the Channel To manually select a channel, when the display reads “EDIT CHANNEL” press the “p” or “q” buttons to select one of the 7 NOAA broadcast channels. Press “OK” to confirm your selection. Edit Time & Date Preferences To edit the time zone, DST preference, Time and/or Date, enter into the “EDIT TIME/DATE”... -
Page 9: Using The Radio
OPERATION Using the Weather Radio Alerts When an alert is issued by the NWS, the weather radio will sound an alert, a text readout of the alert type (advisory, watch or warning) will scroll across the display and the corresponding alert light will illuminate. Press the “LISTEN”... -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
Radio not responding (FIPS code) for your area. to alerts • Contact the NWS to make certain they are currently broadcasting. If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call (877) 221-1252 for assistance. -
Page 11: Alert Descriptions
Alert Descriptions NOAA Default Alert Type Alert Message Code Setting Advisory Administrative Message Watch Avalanche Watch Warning Avalanche Warning Warning Biological Hazard Warning Warning Boil Water Warning Warning Blizzard Warning Advisory Child Abduction Emergency Warning Civil Danger Warning Warning Civil Emergency Message Watch Coastal Flood Watch Warning... - Page 12 NOAA Default Alert Type Alert Message Code Setting Warning Freeze Warning Advisory Hurricane Statement Warning Hazardous Material Warning Watch Hurricane Watch Warning Hurricane Warning Watch High Wind Watch Warning High Wind Warning Warning Iceberg Warning Warning Industrial Fire Warning Advisory Local Area Emergency Warning Law Enforcement Warning...
- Page 13 NOAA Default Alert Type Alert Message Code Setting Watch Tsunami Watch Warning Tsunami Warning Advisory Transmitter Backup On Advisory Transmitter Carrier Off Advisory Transmitter Carrier On Advisory Transmitter Primary On Warning Volcano Warning Watch Wild Fire Watch Warning Wild Fire Warning Watch Winter Storm Watch Warning...
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Page 14: Care & Maintenance
Care & Maintenance Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. This product is NOT waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or damage, do not expose to rain, moisture, or immerse in water. To reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT disassemble or modify this product. -
Page 15: 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. - Page 16 Plan your day with confidence ™ www.AcuRite.com ©Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI 53147. All other trademarks and copy- rights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology.