Portable Anemometer 00256 - Anemometer AcuRite - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Portable Anemometer
Brand	AcuRite
Model	00256
Power Source	3 x AAA alkaline batteries
Temperature Measurement Range	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Humidity Measurement Range	1% to 99%
Wind Speed Measurement Range	0 to 60 mph, 0 to 97 km/h, 0 to 52 knots, 0 to 27 m/s, 0 to 1990 ft/min
Altitude Measurement	Yes, with calibration; displays current altitude, change in altitude, and elevation gains/losses
Data Update Rate	Temperature & Humidity: every 30 seconds; Wind: every 1 second; Altitude: every 5 seconds
Display Backlight	Momentary (10 seconds) via button press
Inspection Light	Yes, auto-off after 15 minutes
Tripod Mount	Compatible with 1/4" 20 thread fitting (not included)
Integrated Hanger	Yes
Auto Power Off	After 1 hour of inactivity (no wind speed change, altitude change <5 ft, or button press)
Warranty	Limited 1-year warranty
FCC Compliance	Part 15 of FCC rules
Additional Functions	Average wind speed, peak wind speed alarm, wind chill, heat index, high/low temperature/humidity
Calibration	Altitude calibration required each time the unit is powered on
Measurement Units	Temperature: °F/°C; Wind speed: mph, km/h, knots, m/s, ft/min; Altitude: ft/m

Frequently Asked Questions - Portable Anemometer 00256 AcuRite

How do I turn on the AcuRite Portable Anemometer 00256?

Press and release the "M" button to power on. To power off, press and hold the "U" button for 3 seconds, or navigate to the "POWER" screen and press "U".

How do I change the measurement units?

Access the "SETUP" sub-menu using the "^" or "∨" buttons, then select the desired units for temperature (F or C), wind speed (mph, km/h, knots, m/s, ft/min), and altitude (ft or m).

How do I calibrate the altitude?

After powering on, access the "CAL?" sub-menu and adjust the altitude reading to your known current altitude. This compensates for normal pressure fluctuations.

How do I set a peak wind speed alarm?

Access the "ALARM" sub-menu, set the desired peak wind speed value. When the peak wind speed exceeds that value, the alarm sounds. Press any button to silence it.

What does the inspection light do?

The inspection light provides illumination for reading the display in dark conditions. It automatically turns off after 15 minutes. Press the button to toggle it on/off.

How do I extend the anemometer?

The anemometer features an extendable design. Pull out the built-in extension arm to get the wind sensor away from surrounding objects for accurate readings.

What is the average wind speed displayed?

The average wind speed is the average of all wind speed readings over the past minute. It is shown with an "AVG" indicator.

How do I reset the device to factory defaults?

Access the "RESET" sub-menu and confirm to revert all settings to factory defaults.

What should I do if the display is not working?

Check that batteries are installed correctly and have sufficient charge. Replace batteries if needed. If still not working, perform a reset via the "RESET" sub-menu.

What is the warranty coverage?

AcuRite offers a limited 1-year warranty from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship. Repair or replacement is at AcuRite's option. Register online at www.AcuRite.com to receive warranty service.

USER MANUAL Portable Anemometer 00256 AcuRite

Unpacking Instructions 2

Package Contents 2

Product Registration 2

Features & Benefits....3

Setup 4

Using the Anemometer....5

Placement Guidelines....6

Troubleshooting 6

Specifications....6

FCC Information 6

Customer Support 7

Warranty....7

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Unpacking Instructions

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. Anemometer
2. Instruction Manual

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

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Features & Benefits

1. Inspection Light

Automatically turns off after 15 minutes.

2. Wind Speed Anemometer

Features extendable design (shown).

3. Button

Press to enable/disable inspection light.

4. Current Wind Speed

5. Indicator

Indicates inspection light is on.

6. Average Wind Speed

Average of all speeds over the past minute.

7. Indicator

Indicates an alarm is set for PEAK wind speed.

8. Altitude

Displays current altitude, change in altitude, and elevation gains and losses since unit was powered on (see page 5).

9. Integrated Hanger

10. Tripod Mount

For compatible tripods with 1/4" 20 thread fitting (not

included).

11. ^ and ∨ Buttons

For setup preferences and cycling through available modes. Activates momentary backlight for 10 seconds.

12. Low Battery Indicator

1. Deck Wind Speed

SETUP

Install or Replace Batteries

1. Unscrew and remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert 3 x AAA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover and screw.

Power ON/OFF

Press and release the "M" button to power on the anemometer.

Press and HOLD the "U" button for 3 seconds to power off the anemometer. Alternatively, access the "POWER" screen using the "^" or "∨" button, and then press and release the "U" button.

If there is no wind speed reading, no change in altitude greater than 5 feet, or no buttons are pressed within 1 hour, the anemometer will automatically power off.

OPERATION

Using the Anemometer

Press and release the “^” or “∨” buttons to navigate through the anemometer sub-menus. Press and release the “ENTER” button to enter or confirm the selection in each menu.

To return to normal viewing mode, press and release the "ENTER" button while viewing the "EXIT" screen.

graph TD
    A["Menu"] --> B["CAL?"]
    A --> C["RESET"]
    A --> D["ALARM"]
    A --> E["SETUP"]
    A --> F["EXIT"]

1. Altitude Calibration

Access the "CAL?" sub-menu to adjust the altitude readings. Due to normal fluctuations in pressure, this unit must be calibrated to your current known altitude each time it is powered on.

2. RESET

Access the "RESET" sub-menu to revert the anemometer back to factory defaults.

3. ALARM

Access the "ALARM" sub-menu to set and edit peak wind speed alarm value. Press and release any button to silence a sounding alarm.

4. SETUP

Access the "SETUP" sub-menu to select measurement units.

• Temperature (F or C)
• Wind Speed (mph, km/h, knots, meters per second, feet per minute)
- Altimeter (ft. or m)

Display Modes

While in normal viewing mode, using the “^” or “∨” button to view the following additional readings:

• Current Wind Speed
• Peak Wind Speed
• Current Altitude

• Current Temperature

• Current Humidity
  • High & Low Temperature/Humidity (since the unit was last powered on)

• Wind Chill
• Heat Index

Altitude and Elevation

This device features an altimeter to display the current altitude (distance above sea level). It

Placement Guidelines

For the most accurate reading, extend the anemometer using the built-in extension arm. Extending the anemometer helps prevent surrounding objects from impacting the accuracy of the wind speed reading.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution
Display screen not working	Check that the batteries are installed correctly. Batteries may need to be replaced.Display may need to be reset. See page 5 for instructions on how to reset the unit.

Specifications

TEMPERATURE RANGE	-40°F to 158°F; -40°C to 70°C
HUMIDITY RANGE	1% to 99%
WIND SPEED RANGE	0 to 60 mph; 0 to 97 km/h; 0 to 52 knots; 0 to 27 m/s; 0 to 1990 ft/min
POWER	3 x AAA alkaline batteries
DATA REPORTING	Temperature: 30 second updates
	Humidity: 30 second updates
	Wind: 1 second updates
	Altitude: 5 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

1. 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 Sept. 15 of the FCC

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class a digital device, pursuant to Part 16 of the PCC rules.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt R55 standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions

[1] This device may not cause interference, and

[2] This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Customer Support

AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in-class service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways:

221-1252

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Limited 1-Year Warranty

AcuRite is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chaney

Instrument Company. For purchases of AcuRite products, AcuRite provides the benefits and services set forth herein. For purchases of Chaney products, Chaney provides the benefits and services set forth herein.

We warrant that all products we manufacture under this warranty are of good material and workmanship and, when properly installed and operated, will be free of defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase.

Any product which, under normal use and service, is proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR from date of sale will, upon examination by us, and at our sale option, be repaired or replaced by us. Transportation costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser. We hereby disclaim all responsibility for such transportation costs and charges. This warranty will not be breached, and we will give no credit for products which have received normal wear and fear not affecting the functionality of the product, been damaged (including by acts of nature), tampered, abused, improperly installed, or repaired or altered by others than our authorized representatives.

Remedy for breach of this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective item(s). If we determine that repair or replacement is not feasible, we may, at our option, refund the amount of the original purchase price.

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