Oregon Scientific WMR86A Verify Connection, Temperature / Humidity Sensor, Area Meaning

2.Insert the batteries, matching the polarities (+ / -).

3.Press RESET after each battery change.

4.Close the battery door.

NOTE Do not use rechargeable batteries. It is recommended that you use alkaline batteries with this product for longer performance.

NOTE Batteries should not be exposed to excessive

heat such as sunshine or fire.
The battery icon indicator		may appear in the
following areas:
AREA	MEANING
Weather Forecast Area	Battery in the base station
	is low.
	The displayed channel
Temperature or	indicates the outdoor
Humidity Area	sensor for which battery
	is low.
Wind Speed / Wind	Battery in the wind
Direction / Wind Chil
	sensor is low.
Area
UVI / Barometer /	Battery in the UV / Rain
Rainfall Area	sensor is low.

VERIFY CONNECTION

Before proceeding to install sensors outside, please verify communication to the base station.

WIND SENSOR

•Wind direction indicator. Move the direction of the wind indication and verify the icon moves in the same direction .

TEMPERATURE / HUMIDITY SENSOR

1.	Press SELECT until the selected area icon is in
	the upper display area.
2.	Press	/	to select channel 1	and verify a

numerical reading.

RAIN GAUGE

1. Press SELECT until the selected area icon	is in
the lower display area.

2.Press MODE until is displayed.

3.Tilt the tipping funnel on the rain gauge several times and verify a numerical reading on the base station.

TIP If no reading is displayed for a sensor, press the SEARCH button on the base station to initiate a wireless sensor search.

MOUNTING / PLACING OF SENSORS WIND SENSOR

NOTE The sensor should be positioned in an open area away from trees or other obstructions.

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Press SELECT until the selected area icon is in the middle display area.

• Wind speed: Gently rotate the wind vane and confirm
a numerical reading on the base station, e.g.,	.

Secure the sensor connector in the desired location:

a. Align the back of the sensor connector to an existing pole. Secure in place by inserting the ends of the U-bolt into the holes on the sensor connector and

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securing it with washers and bolts.