La Crosse Technology WS-9004U manual

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    WS-9004U 915MHz WIRELESS RAIN GAUGE INSTRUCTION MANUAL[...]

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    2 CONTENTS 03 introduction 03 features 04 setting up 06 function keys 07 operations 08 maintenance 09 specifications 09 liability disclaimer 10 warranty information[...]

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    3 INTRODUCTION Thank You and Congratulations on yo ur purchase of this innov ative Wireless Rain Gauge for display of rainfall data through a wireless rainfall senso r. With 2 easy to use function keys, this uniqu e product is perfect for gardener s and weather buffs alike. Wireless Rain Gauge (Receiver) FEATURES • 915 MHz Instant Data Transfer: [...]

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    4 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 compar tment at the back of the rain gauge an[...]

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    5 3. DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS FOR 15 MINUTES. 4. All segments of the LCD will li ght 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. 5. Place the rain gauge in an appropriate location. The [...]

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    6 This allowance is typically eno ugh for a frame wall with non- metallic siding; however cert ain materials can reduce range even further. Metal siding, stucco, and some types of glass can reduce signal range by as much as ¾ or more, compared to the ½ reduction typical of most obstructions. It is possible to receive a signal through these materi[...]

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    7 • To view the alarm pres and hold the ALM/SET button. This will cause the receiver to beep if the set alarm value has already been reached. Resetting TOTAL RAINFA LL and 24 HOUR RAINFALL • Total Rainfall: Press and hold the RESET/+ button. The receiver will beep, and the total rainfall will reset to 0.00”. • 24 Hour Rainfall: To reset the[...]

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    8 Foldout Table Stand The foldout table stand is located on the backside of the Receiver. Carefully pull out the stand and place the Receiver in the desired location. Wall Mounting Place a screw in the desired lo cation leaving the head extended about ¼” from the wall. Hang the Receiver on the screw ensuring that the Receiver locks into place . [...]

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    9 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. Do not use solvents or scouring agents as they may mark the casing and LCD. • Do not submer[...]

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    10 SPECIFICATIONS Rainfall Rainfall Alarm User defined from 0.05” to 4.00” over 24 hour period Rainfall Range 0.00” to 199.99” (total) Unit Display Inch Transmission Range 330 Feet Transmission 915 MHz, updating every 6 seconds Power Suppl y: Receiver: 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V. Rain Gauge: 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V. Battery life cycle: Approxima[...]

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    11 WARRANTY INFORMATION La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1- year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive [...]

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    12 sales@lacrossetechnology .com (information on othe r products) web: www.lacrossetechn ology.com Questions? Please see: www.lacrossetechnolog y.com/9004 All rights reserved. This handbook must no t be reproduce d in any form, ev en in excerpts, or dupl icated or processed using el ectronic, mechanical or ch emical pro cedures without written perm[...]