Acu-Rite 00891A Select Temperature Units, Set the Time, Placement for Maximum Accuracy

SETUP

Install or Replace Battery 1

AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not

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1Slide the battery compartment cover open and install 1 fresh “AAA” battery. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.

2Replace battery cover.

Select Temperature Units

To select between degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) temperature units, slide the “°F/ °C” switch located on the back of the display.

Set the Time

To set the time, slide the “LOCK/TIME SET” switch to “TIME SET”. The time will now blink. Adust the hours by pressing the “HR” button. Adjust the minutes by pressing the “MIN” button. When you have reached the desired time, slide the “LOCK/TIME SET” switch to “LOCK” to save time setting.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire, as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.

OPERATION

Placement for Maximum Accuracy

AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display unit and temperature probe are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product.

Display Unit & Probe Placement

Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display unit stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

To observe outdoor temperatures, the wired temperature probe must be placed outside. The probe sensor can be securely mounted to a surface utilizing the adhesive pad or the integrated hang hole. Take care not to damage the sensor during mounting.

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