Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Solution

 

• Make sure both the display unit and sensor are

 

placed away from heat sources or vents (see p.11).

Inaccurate

• Make sure both units are positioned away from

moisture sources (see p.11).

temperature or

• Make sure sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off the

humidity

ground.

 

 

• Calibrate indoor and outdoor temperature and

 

humidity (see p.17).

 

 

 

• Verify the rain gauge stabilizer (plastic tab) has been

 

removed from the bottom of the sensor (see p.7).

 

• Clear debris, such as leaves, out of the rain collector

 

funnel and debris screen.

No rainfall

• Calibrate the Rain Gauge (see p.18).

• Verify the sensor’s internal tipping lever is moving

 

 

freely by dripping a little water through the rain

 

collector. You should hear the lever tipping. If you do

 

not hear it, you may need to clean inside the sensor.

 

Video available at www.acurite.com/5in1

 

 

 

• What is wind reading being compared to? Pro

 

weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high

 

or more. Make sure to compare data using a sensor

Inaccurate wind

positioned at the same mounting height.

• Check location of the sensor. Ensure it’s mounted a

readings

minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around

 

it (within several feet).

 

•Ensure wind cups are spinning freely. If they hesitate

 

or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray

 

lubricant.

 

 

 

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

Display screen

Batteries may need to be replaced.

• Reset the display by pressing the reset button, located

not working

on the back of the display unit. Date and time will

 

 

need to be entered after a reset.

 

 

If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call (877) 221-1252 for assistance.

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