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Acu-Rite 589 manual

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    Instruction Manual SAVE THIS MANU AL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Questions? Contact Customer Suppor t at ( 8 77 ) 22 1 - 1 25 2 or visit www . AcuRite .com. CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions ................ 2 Package Contents ....................... 2 Product Registration .................... 2 Features & Benefits: 3-in-1 .......... 3 Features: Displ[...]

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    2 Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. T o ensure the best possible product perfor mance, please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference. Unpac king Instr uctions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove. Pac kage Contents 1. [...]

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    3 Features & Benets 3-in-1 SENSOR 1 . Temperature & Humidity Sensors (internal) 2. Release Lev er for Batter y Access 3. Mounting Point 4. Wind Speed Anemometer 5. Mounting Hardware Includes anchors and screws. Qty Diameter Length 4 #4 1” 1 #6 or #8 1/4” or 3/8” 6. Mounting Bracket 7 . A-B-C Switc h (not shown) ID code that must ma[...]

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    4 Features & Benets Display Unit 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 16 18 19 20 9 10 13 11 12 14 15 21 23 22 27 26 25 28 29 30 33 34 31 32 24[...]

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    5 DISPL AY UNIT 1 . Current Outdoor Temperature Arrow icon indicates direction temperature is trending. 2. Sensor Low Batter y Indicator 3. Average Wind Speed Average of all speeds over last 30 minutes or calibrated 30 minute inter val. 4. Backlight Butt on 5. Current Wind Speed 6. Wind Gust Icon 7 . P eak Wind Speed Highest speed from last 30 minu[...]

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    6 SETUP Set the A-B-C Switc h The A-B-C switch is located inside the batter y compartment. It can be set to A, B or C. However , you must select the same letter choices for both the sensor and the display unit in order for the units to synchronize. Install or Replace Batteries AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline or lithium batteries for the be[...]

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    7 Display Unit Se tup Set the A-B-C Switc h Locate the A-B-C switch inside the batter y compartment. Set the A-B-C switch to A, B or C. Y ou must select the same letter choices for both the display unit and the sensor in order for the units to synchronize. Install or Replace Batteries 1. Remove the batter y compartment cover . 2. Insert 6 x AA alka[...]

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    8 Set t he Time, Date & U nits Press the “SET” button, locat ed on the front of the displa y unit, to enter SET MODE. Once in set mode, t he preference y ou are currently setting will blink on the displa y . T o adjust t he currently select ed (ashing) item, press and release the “ + “ or “ -- “ buttons (press and HOLD to fast ad[...]

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    9 Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display unit and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and perfor mance of this product. Display Unit Placement Place the display unit in a dr y area free of dirt and dust. T o ensure accurate temperature measuremen[...]

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    10 3-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) of f the ground (higher is better for wind measurement) in an open area. Secure to fence post, 2”x4” wood, 3/4” pole, etc. (not included) LEVEL INSTALLATION Use a bubble level (not included) to ensure level installation for accurate wind[...]

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    11 OPERATION Using The Weat her Center Learning Mode Self-Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude. After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your locati[...]

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    12 Weat her Select W eather Select displays data including wind chill, dew point, heat index, as well as 24 hour change, and high/low records for outdoor/indoor temperatures, humidity and wind speed. T o change the “W eather Select” categor y shown, press the “SELECT” button on the front of the display . When outdoor/indoor temperature or h[...]

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    13 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution No outdoor sensor reception no bars • Relocate the display unit and/or the 3-in-1 sensor . The units must be within 330 ft (100 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[...]

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    14 Problem Possible Solution Inaccurate temperature or humidity • Make sure both the display unit and 3-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents (see page 9). • Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 9). • Make sure 3-in-1 sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off of the ground. • Calibrate indo[...]

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    15 Care & Maintenance Display Unit Car e Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation por ts regularly with a gentle puff of air . 3-in-1 Sensor Care Clean the Sensor Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Insect Prevention In[...]

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    16 FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of F CC rules. Operation is subject to the foll owing two conditions: 1- This device may NO T cause harmful interf erenc e, and 2- This device must ac cept any interf erenc e r eceived, including interf er ence that may cause undesir ed operation. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit n[...]

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    17 At AcuRite, we proudly uphold our commitment to quality technology . Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship, and to be free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period of one year from the date of purchase. W e recommend that you visit us at www .AcuRite.com for th[...]

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    ©Chaney Instrument Co. All rights r eserved. AcuRite is a r egistered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Gene va, WI 53147. All other trademarks and c opyrights are the pr operty of their respective owners. AcuRite uses pat ented technology . Visit www .AcuRite.com/pat ents for details. Printed in China 00589 INST 05 19 14 It’ s more t[...]