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Care & Maintenance

Display Unit Care

Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep 

away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a 

gentle puff of air.

Outdoor Sensor Care

Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.

Specifications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

Outdoor: -40

º

F to 158

º

F; -40

º

C to 70

º

C

Indoor: 32

º

F to 122

º

F; 0

º

C to 50

º

C

WIRELESS RANGE

165 ft / 50 m 

depending on home construction materials

WIRELESS FREQUENCY

433 MHz

POWER

Display: 5vdc power adapter

             3 x AA alkaline batteries (optional)

Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries

DATA REPORTING

30 second updates

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1- This device may NOT cause harmful interference, and

2- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 

rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip-

ment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may 

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. 

Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

Summary of Contents for 02029W

Page 1: ... Sensor Setup 4 Display Setup 5 Set the Time Units 6 Backlight Settings 6 Placement Guidelines 7 Using the Thermometer 8 Troubleshooting 9 Care Maintenance 10 Specifications 10 FCC Information 10 Customer Support 11 Warranty 11 Instruction Manual Thermometer model 02029W Questions Contact Customer Support at 877 221 1252 or visit www AcuRite com ...

Page 2: ...ns Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product Locate the tab and peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display unit 2 Outdoor sensor 3 Power adapter 4 Instruction Manual PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection www AcuRite com IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE Register a Product ...

Page 3: ... trending 5 AUTO DIM Mode Indicator See page 6 6 Button For setup preferences and viewing low records 7 Button For setup preferences 8 Button For setup preferences and viewing high records 9 Clock 10 Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength 11 Backlight Button 12 Outdoor Sensor Low Battery Indicator OUTDOOR SENSOR 13 Integrated Hanger for easy placement 14 Wireless Signal Indicator Flashes when data is bein...

Page 4: ...uires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly Use lithium batteries in the sensor for temperatures below 4ºF 20ºC 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover Sensor Setup Instal...

Page 5: ...echargeable batteries DO NOT recharge non rechargeable batteries DO NOT short circuit the supply terminals Display Unit Setup Install or Replace Backup Batteries optional AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries in the display unit for the best product performance Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended 1 Remove the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 3 x AA alkaline batt...

Page 6: ...ssed for 10 seconds Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the button Display Backlight Settings This thermometer s color display features three different lighting settings High 100 brightness Medium 60 brightness and Low 30 brightness Using battery power alone the backlight is available momentarily for 10 seconds by pressing the BACKLIGHT button When display is powered with the power adapter ba...

Page 7: ... well covered tree branch The best location is 4 to 8 feet above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air to circulate around the sensor Important Placement Guidelines To ensure accurate temperature measurement place units out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources or vents Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft 50 m of each other To maximize wireless range pla...

Page 8: ...he display next to the low records To view the HIGH temperature record press and release the button The HIGH icon appears on the display next to the high records To reset the LOW records press AND HOLD the button while viewing the low records Dashes will display to confirm all low values have been cleared To reset the HIGH records press AND HOLD the button while viewing the high records Dashes wil...

Page 9: ...or temperature is flashing or showing dashes Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an indication of wireless interference 1 Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and remove at least one battery from each 2 Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor 3 Reinstall the battery in the display unit 4 Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a ...

Page 10: ...e equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equip ment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructi...

Page 11: ...ies are hereby expressly disclaimed including without limitation the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose Chaney expressly disclaims all liability for special consequential or incidental damages whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con...

Page 12: ...s AcuRite uses patented technology Visit www AcuRite com patents for details Printed in China 02029W INST 100814 It s more than accurate it s AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments designed to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com Weather Stations Temperature Humidity Weather Alert Radio Kitchen Thermometers Timers ...

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