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Introduction 

Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-09 8-Channel Wireless Refrigerator/Freezer 
Thermometer.  The  following  user  guide  provides  step by  step  instructions  for  installation,  operation 
and troubleshooting. To download the latest manual and additional troubleshooting tips, please visit: 
 

http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/ws09

 

 

The probe thermometer allows you to measure the temperature inside a refrigerator or freezer, while 
mounting the display on the outside of the refrigerator/freezer. 
 
Wireless signals cannot pass through a metal barrier. If your refrigerator/freezer is constructed of 
metal, the probe will have to be placed inside the refrigerator/freezer and the display/transmitter 
outside the refrigerator/freezer. 
 
In addition to the refrigerator/freezer application, the probe thermometer can be placed in any medium 
where temperature is required, including ground temperature, air temperature and water temperature. 

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Getting Started 

Note: 

The  power  up  sequence  must  be  performed  in  the  order  shown  in  this  section  (insert 

batteries in the remote transmitter(s) first, Display Console second). 
 
The WS-09 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), and two probe thermometers for 
the refrigerator/freezer. 

Parts List 

QTY 

Item 

Display Console 
Frame Dimensions (LxHxW): 4.50 x 5.0 x 1.00 in 
LCD Dimensions (LxW): 3.75 x 3.50” 
LCD Segment Height: 1.25 inches 

Probe thermometer transmitter with probe (FT007TP) for refrigerator/freezer 
Dimensions (LxHxW): 4.5” x 2.0” x 0.75” 

Suction cup mounts 

 

2.1 Probe Thermometer Sensor Set Up 

Note: 

Do not use rechargeable batteries. We recommend fresh alkaline batteries for temperature 

ranges  between  -4  °F  and  140  °F  and  fresh  lithium  batteries  for  temperature  ranges  between  -40  °F 
and 140 °F. 

Summary of Contents for WS-09

Page 1: ...ounting 8 4 Console Operation 9 4 1 Channel Selection 9 4 2 Min and Max Alarm 9 4 2 1 Turning On and Off the Alarm 9 4 2 2 Alarm Defaults 10 4 2 3 Setting the Min and Max Alarm 10 4 2 4 Viewing the Min and Max Alarms 10 4 3 Reset Max Min 10 4 4 Temperature Units of Measure 10 4 5 Sensor Search Mode 10 4 6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication 11 4 7 Adjustment or Calibration 11 5 Glossary of T...

Page 2: ...reezer In addition to the refrigerator freezer application the probe thermometer can be placed in any medium where temperature is required including ground temperature air temperature and water temperature 2 Getting Started Note The power up sequence must be performed in the order shown in this section insert batteries in the remote transmitter s first Display Console second The WS 09 weather stat...

Page 3: ...the first transmitter to Channel 1 refrigerator and the second transmitter to Channel 2 freezer Figure 2 displays all four switches in the OFF position factory default setting Figure 2 3 Channel Number The WS 09 supports up to eight transmitters To set each channel number the default is Channel 1 change Dip Switches 1 2 and 3 as referenced in Table 1 4 Temperature Units of Measure To change the tr...

Page 4: ...sor is transmitting data 7 Verify the correct channel number CH and temperature units of measure F vs C are on the display as shown in Figure 3 Figure 3 1 temperature 2 temperature units F vs C 3 channel number 8 Close the battery door Make sure the gasket around the battery compartment is properly seated in its trace prior to closing the door Tighten the set screw 2 2 Display Console Set Up 1 Mov...

Page 5: ...be constantly displayed for each sensor If you have more than two remote sensors additional channels 3 8 are supported the display will automatically toggle between sensors until all sensors have reported in Do not touch any buttons until all of the remote sensors has reported in or the radio search icon is no longer visible otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated When the remot...

Page 6: ...r Temperature Indicator 17 Temperature Channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 Scroll mode indicator 19 Channel indicator 20 Low battery indicator 21 Channel 2 Temperature 22 Channel 2 Indicator 23 Low battery indicator 2 2 2 Sensor Operation Verification Verify the temperature sensors match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location about 5 to 10 apart The sensors should be within 2 F the acc...

Page 7: ...talling the sensor to the outside of the refrigerator freezer If the refrigerator freezer is a metal box the wireless signal cannot escape and the sensors must be placed on the outside Figure 6 To attach the suction cup to the remote sensor reference Figure 7 1 Locate the mounting hole on the back of the unit 2 Press the suction cup into the mounting hole 3 While applying pressure with your thumb ...

Page 8: ...rface is smooth and clean so that suction cups will not fall off It is recommended to wet the surface of the suction cup first to improve the seal 3 2 Wall Mounting The remote sensor can be mounted to a wall or horizontal surface to measure any temperature medium including air water and soil Use a screw or nail not included to affix the remote sensor to the wall as shown in Figure 8 Note If measur...

Page 9: ...n and max temperature alarm on the Channel 1 and Channel 2 thermometers If the alarm is exceeded for more than 10 minutes as audible alert will occur and the alarm value will flash To silence the alarm press any button To set the alarm or adjust the min and max alarm settings press the CHANNEL button until the channel indication arrow points at the selected channel 4 2 1 Turning On and Off the Ala...

Page 10: ...ointing at the appropriate channel press and hold the CLEAR button for 3 seconds to restore the MAX and MIN values to the current value 4 4Temperature Units of Measure With the indicator arrow pointing at the indoor temperature channel press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds to change between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit units of measure 4 5 Sensor Search Mode If any of the sensor ...

Page 11: ...ent can be adjusted from the console to calibrate to a known source Calibration is only useful if you have a known calibrated source you can compare it against and is optional This section discusses practices procedures and sources for sensor calibration to reduce manufacturing and degradation errors Do not compare your readings obtained from sources such as the internet radio television or newspa...

Page 12: ... value can be measured 6 Specifications 6 1 Wireless Specifications Line of sight wireless transmission in open air 300 feet 100 feet under most conditions Frequency 433 MHz Update Rate 60 seconds 6 2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters Measurement Range Accuracy Resolution Indoor Temperature 32 to 140 F 1 F 0 1 F Channel 1 8 Temperatu...

Page 13: ... batteries in the remote probe thermometer For cold weather environments install lithium batteries Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting through solid metal acts as an RF shield or earth barrier down a hill Move the display console around electrical noise generating devices such as computers TVs and other wireless transmitters or receivers Move the remote sensor to a higher location Mo...

Page 14: ...al of electronic waste in wild country and or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment Reading the User manual is highly recommended The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions Thi...

Page 15: ...ear 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 only to the original purchaser of this product To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Ambient LLC for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed ...

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