TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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REMOTE RAIN GAUGE
REMOTE SENSOR
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
BATTERY INSTALLATION
REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
MAIN UNIT
LOW BATTERY WARNING
HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND
GETTING STARTED
REMOTE AND INDOOR TEMPERATURES
AUTO-SCANNING
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Wireless Rain Gauge
CHECKING REMOTE RAINFALL DATA
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE
LOST COMMUNICATION
TRANSMISSION COLLISION
CALENDAR AND CLOCK DISPLAY MODES
MANUAL SETTINGS
ALARMS
SNOOZE
PRECAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
FCC STATEMENT
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
STANDARD WARRANTY INFORMATION
( TC150 )
USER MANUAL
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HONEYWELL TC150, TS906 & TS13C MANUAL (ENG)
SIZE: W65 X H105 (mm)
BY WING TSUI 15/05/06
INTRODUCTION
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
MAIN UNIT
Thank you for selecting the Honeywell Wireless Rain
Gauge. This device monitors and displays rainfall data
along with the indoor/outdoor temperature from up to
three remote locations.
FEATURES
• Wireless transmission of the rainfall data from the remote
rain gauge to the main unit up to 100 feet
(30 meters) away
• Wireless transmission of the temperature from the remote
temperature sensor to the main unit up to 100 feet
(30 meters) away
• Rainfall may be displayed in inches or mm
• Programmable Rain Alarm
In this package you will find:
• One main unit (receiver)
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• 7 days of rain collection history
• Built-in rain gauge installation level
• Indoor and remote temperature display
• Min/Max Memory for indoor/outdoor temperature
• Hourly, daily and weekly rainfall history
• Monitors temperature in up to 3 remote locations
• Quartz clock with calendar
• One remote rain gauge (transmitter)
• Programmable Time Zones
• Day of the week in English, German, French, Spanish or
Italian
• Dual crescendo alarm with snooze
• Programmable Ice Warning Alarm
• Wall mount or desktop option
• One remote temperature sensor (transmitter) TS13C
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Please keep this manual handy as you use your new
item. It contains practical step-by-step instructions, as
well as technical specifications and precautions you
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REMOTE SENSOR
FEATURES
REMOTE RAIN GAUGE
• Remote temperature transmission to the main unit via
433 MHz signal
• 100 feet (30 meters) transmission range without interference
• LCD display of measured temperature
• Three transmission (3) channels selection
• Selection of the temperature display in Celsius or Fahrenheit
• Case can be wall mounted using built-in hanger
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D. Funnel-shaped top with battery compartment
A. LED INDICATOR
Contains battery compartment and rainfall counting
electronics
• Flashes once when the remote temperature sensor
transmits a reading to the main unit.
• Flashes twice when battery power is low.
B. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
• Holds two AA-size batteries
E. Battery compartment
Holds two AA-size batteries
F. Screws
Secure battery compartment cover
G.Built-in leveler
C. RESET
• Resets all readings
Allows leveling rain gauge on the surface
H.Bucket see-saw mechanism
Collects the rainfall in one of its containers and
self-empties once full
D. CHANNEL SWITCH
• Selects the desired channel
E. WALL-MOUNT RECESSED OPENING
• Keeps the remote temperature sensor on the wall
F. °C/ °F SELECTOR
I. Protective screen
Protects the rain gauge funnel from debris
• Selects the temperature display in Celsius or Fahrenheit
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•The main unit must be placed indoors.
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We recommend using alkaline batteries for the remote
NOTE:
rain gauge, temperature sensor and main unit when
temperatures are above 32°F (0°C). We recommend
using lithium batteries for the temperature sensor when
temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
Avoid using rechargeable batteries. (Rechargeable
batteries cannot maintain correct power requirements).
ALWAYS install batteries in the remote rain gauge and
the remote temperature sensor before the main unit.
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity in
the battery compartment
Press RESET in the remote temperature sensor after
each battery change with a paper clip or similar tool.
Remove protective plastic screen from LCD display (If
any)
During an initial setup, place the main unit close to the
remote rain gauge and remote temperature sensor
Important: Only after reception is established (the
remote rainfall data and temperature will appear on the
main unit’s display), you may position and mount the
remote sensors (the rain gauge and the temperature
sensor) and the main unit within the effective
transmission range of 100 feet (30 meters).
The remote rain gauge must be placed outdoors on the
open area, away from the walls, fences and trees and level.
It is important that excess precipitation can freely flow
from the remote rain gauge.
1. Avoid pressing any buttons on the main unit before the
remote rainfall and temperature data are displayed.
2. The effective operating range may be influenced by the
surrounding building materials and how the receiver
(main unit) and transmitters (remote rain gauge and
emperature sensor) are positioned.
3. Place the remote rain gauge and temperature sensor so
that it faces the main unit (receiver), minimizing
obstructions such as doors, walls, and furniture.
4. Though the remote temperature sensors are
weather-resistant, they should be placed away from
direct sunlight, rain or snow. The best suggested
location for the remote temperature sensor for outdoors
is under the eave on the north side of the building.
NOTE: When the temperature falls below freezing, the
batteries in the remote rain gauge and outdoor remote
temperature sensor may have reduced voltage supply and
a shorter effective range. We recommend using lithium
batteries at temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below.
We also recommend covering the remote rain gauge tightly
with a plastic during the winter time or move it indoors.
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The remote temperature sensor can be placed indoors or
outdoors, depending on the area where the
temperature is intended to be measured. If you intend
measuring outdoor temperature, place the remote
temperature sensor outdoors.
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
REMOTE RAIN GAUGE
REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
NOTE: Install the batteries; select the channel and
temperature in C° or F° before mounting the remote
temperature sensor.
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Unlock the funnel-shaped top on the rain gauge by
turning both knobs on the sides in an anti-clockwise
direction.
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Remove the screws from the battery compartment with
a small Phillips screwdriver.
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Remove the funnel-shaped top lifting it off the rain
gauge bucket.
Remove 7 small screws from the battery compartment
cover using a small Phillips screwdriver.
Insert 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not included),
matching the polarities as shown in the battery
compartment.
Replace the battery compartment door and secure the
screws.
Insert the funnel-shaped top into the rain gauge bucket
and secure it into place by turning the knobs clockwise.
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Set the channel. The switch is located in the battery
compartment. Channel 1 is typically selected if only one
remote sensor is being used.
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Install 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not included)
matching the polarities shown in the battery compartment.
Replace the battery compartment door and secure the
screws.
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Secure remote temperature sensor in the desired location.
MAIN UNIT
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Open the battery compartment door.
Install 2 batteries (UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V) matching
the polarity as shown in the battery compartment.
Replace the battery compartment door.
RAIN GAUGE PLACEMENT TIPS
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Make sure that the remote rain gauge is level – check if
the ball bearing inside the bucket is at the midpoint of
the leveler.
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LOW BATTERY WARNING
A low-battery indicator [ ] will appear on the remote
rainfall reading line and the indoor or remote temperature
reading line of the main unit, warning that the corresponding
batteries need replacement.
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Place the protective screen over the top to protect the
rain gauge from the debris.
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Mount the rain gauge using mounting hardware provided.
Make sure that the rain gauge is in open area where
precipitation falls directly into the gauge’s bucket,
ideally 2-3 feet above the ground.
HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND
The main unit has a removable table stand that supports it
on the flat surface.
Attach table stand to the bottom of the main unit in the slots
provided.
The main unit can also be mounted on the wall using the
recessed screw hole. The table stand must be removed prior
to mounting. The remote temperature sensor can be similarly
mounted or placed on a flat surface.
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GETTING STARTED
NOTE: If the indoor or remote temperature goes above or
After batteries are installed; remote temperature sensor will
transmit temperature readings at about 45 second intervals.
The remote rain gauge will transmit rainfall data at about
183 second intervals. The main unit may take up to two
minutes to receive the initial readings. Upon successful
reception, the rainfall reading (0.00) will appear on the top
line of the main unit’s display and the remote temperature
will appear on the line below. The main unit will automatically
update readings at 45-second intervals.
below operating range stated in specifications, the main
unit’s display will show dashes “
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AUTO-SCANNING
Press and hold the CHANNEL button on the back on the
main unit for 2 seconds – the icon “ ” will appear on the
display’s middle line below the remote temperature channel
number. All 3 remote temperatures will be displayed
one-by-one automatically for 4 seconds each in the
If no signals received from the remote temperature sensor
within two minutes, dashes [
following sequence: Channel 1, Channel 2 and Channel 3.
To exit from scanning mode, press and hold the CHANNEL
button (on the back) for 2 seconds, and the icon “ ” will
disappear, returning the main unit to the default display mode.
CHECKING REMOTE RAINFALL DATA
The remote rainfall information line is located on the top
line of the main unit’s display.
The rain icon “ ” is located to the left of the rainfall reading
and indicates the reception status from the remote rain gauge.
There are three following types of the reception status that
may be displayed:
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Press and hold the front panel DOWN ( ) button on the
main unit for two seconds or until Rain symbol will start
flashing, to initiate a signal search for the remote rainfall.
Press and hold the back panel DOWN ( ) button on the
main unit for two seconds to initiate a signal search for the
remote temperature.
REMOTE AND INDOOR TEMPERATURES
The remote temperature information is located on the
middle line of the main unit’s display. The indoor temperature
with the icon IN is located next to the remote temperature.
The wave icon above the remote channel number indicates
the reception status from the remote temperature sensor.
There are three following types of the reception status that
may be displayed:
The unit is in searching mode
Rainfall readings are
securely registered
The Unit is in searching mode
No signals detected
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Temperature readings are
securely registered
Press and hold the MODE button on the front panel to
display the rainfall reading in inches or mm.
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No signals.
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RAINFALL HISTORY
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The path between units is clear of obstacles. Shorten the
distance if necessary.
The rainfall history records will be automatically stored in
the memory of the main unit. There are three historical
records may be displayed – for the past hour, past day and
past week.
Fresh batteries are installed correctly in both remote
temperature sensor and main unit.
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If there is no reception, please perform the following steps:
Bring the main unit and remote temperature sensor close
together.
Remove four (4) small screws from the back of the remote
temperature sensor with small Phillips screwdriver, and
open the battery compartment.
Remove the batteries from the battery compartment and
reinstall them in the same manner. Remote sensor LED
indicator will flash showing transmission of the signal.
Remove the batteries from the main unit and reinstall
them in the same manner.
The remote temperature appeared on the main unit’s
display will show that transmission is being received
successfully.
If the main unit display line for the remote rain gauge
reading goes blank, press and hold the front DOWN
To display any of available rainfall history reading, use any
button on the front panel except the ALARM button. The
display sequence is: LAST HOUR, LAST 24 HOURS, and
LAST 7 DAYS.
To clear the memory, press and hold MEMORY button on t
he front panel for two seconds and all previously stored
readings will be erased (all the historical records will
display a default reading 0.00).
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE
The maximum and minimum record of the indoor and
remote temperatures will be automatically stored in the
memory of the main unit.
To display the minimum, maximum or the current reading
press MEMORY button on the back panel.
To clear the memory, press and hold MEMORY button on
the back for two seconds and all previously stored readings
will be erased.
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If the signal still isn’t received, please make sure that:
The remote rain gauge is in its proper location.
The distance between main unit and remote rain gauge is
not over 100 feet (30meters).
LOST COMMUNICATION
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If the main unit display line for the remote temperature
sensor reading goes blank, press and hold the back
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The path between units is clear of obstacles. Shorten the
distance if necessary.
Fresh batteries are installed correctly in both remote rain
gauge and main unit.
DOWN (
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search. If the signal still isn’t received, please make sure
that:
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The remote temperature sensor is in its proper location.
The distance between main unit and remote temperature
sensor is not over 100 feet (30meters).
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TRANSMISSION COLLISION
ALARMS
Signals from the other household devices such as wireless
doorbells, home security systems, and entry control, may
interfere with this product or cause temporary reception
interruption. This is normal and will not affect the general
performance of the product. The transmission and reception
of the remote readings will resume once the interference
subsides.
HIGH RAIN ALARM
The high rain alarm for the past 24 hours can be set and
displayed at any time by pressing ALARM button on the
front panel.
To set the high rain alarm,
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Press the ALARM button on the front panel until the
“ALARM HI” will appear on the upper right corner of
the rainfall information line.
CALENDAR AND CLOCK DISPLAY MODES
Date is displayed in month-date or date-month format. Each
press of the MODE button on the back panel will toggle the
clock modes between the time with seconds, time with the
day, time zone and a calendar.
MANUAL SETTINGS
CLOCK
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Press and hold the ALARM button for 2 seconds or until
the rainfall data digits will flash.
Enter the rainfall amount you want to set the rain alarm
for using the front panel UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
Press the ALARM button again to confirm and the high
rain alarm will be set.
NOTE: Press and hold the MODE button on the front panel
to display the rainfall reading in inches or mm.
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Press and hold MODE button for 3 seconds: the language
letters will flash.
Press UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) to change flashing letters.
After the first value is set, press MODE button again to
move to the next value
Continue setting temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit,
year, month, date, calendar format, 12 or 24 hour time
format, hour and minutes.
Press MODE for the last time to return to the default
mode (time of day with seconds) after the last parameter
is set.
TIME ALARMS
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The Wireless Rain Gauge has three available time alarms –
Weekday alarm (
Alarm (Pre-Al).
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If Weekday alarm is activated, it will sound at the set time
and the alarm icon will flash Mondays through Fridays.
If Single day alarm is activated, it will sound at the set
time and the alarm icon will flash only for this specific
day and will not activate on subsequent days.
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If Ice Warning Alarm is activated, in will sound at the set
time and alarm icon will flash if the remote temperature
for Channel One (1) will reach 35.6°F(+2°C) and below.
TIME ZONE
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Select Time Zone setting mode by pressing MODE button
until the word “ZONE” will appear to the left of time display
Press and hold MODE button until flashing“0:00” digits
will appear prompting to set the desired time zone in
30 minutes intervals
NOTE: Ice Warning Alarm can be set only if one or both
of the Weekday or Single alarm are programmed.
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SETTING THE WEEKDAY AND SINGLE DAY
ALARMS
ACTIVATING THE ALARM
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Press ALARM ON/OFF button to enter into the alarms
mode.
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Press ALARM button once to enter into the alarms
setting mode. The default alarm is a Weekday alarm.
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Press DOWN ( ) to activate or UP ( ) to deactivate
desired alarm. When alarms are activated, the
corresponding icons will be displayed.
The abbreviation “OFF” with a letter “
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Press and hold the ALARM button for two seconds. The
hour digit will flash.
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SNOOZE
When any alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button
to temporarily stop the alarm. After the SNOOZE/LIGHT is
depressed, the alarm sound will resume in eight minutes.
If the alarm is not disabled after that, it will sound for four
more minutes and then will stop by itself.
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Enter the hour using back panel UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
Press the ALARM again. The minute digits will flash.
Enter the minutes using UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
Press the ALARM button again to confirm and the
weekday alarm time will be set.
PRECAUTIONS
This product is engineered to give you years of satisfactory
service if handled carefully. Here are a few precautions:
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Set Single day alarm if desired in the same manner.
SETTING THE ICE WARNING ALARM
If Weekday or Single day alarm is set, the Ice Warning
Alarm can be programmed.
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Do not immerse the units in water.
Do not clean the units with abrasive or corrosive
materials. They may scratch the plastic parts and corrode
the electronic circuits.
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Press the back panel ALARM button once to enter into
the Ice Warning Alarm setting mode. The abbreviation
“OFF” with a “PRE-AL” next to it will be displayed.
Press and hold the back panel ALARM button for two
seconds. The “30” number will flash, meaning that if
selected, the alarm will sound 30 minutes earlier than the
Weekday or Single alarm.
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Do not subject the product to excessive force, shock,
dust, temperature, or humidity, which may result in
malfunctions, shorter lifespan, damaged batteries, and
damaged parts.
Do not tamper with the units internal components. Doing
so will invalidate the warranty and may cause damage.
These units contain no user-serviceable parts.
Use only fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old
batteries.
Read the user's manual thoroughly before operating the
units.
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Enter the desired minutes from 15 to 90 minutes in
15 minutes intervals, using UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
Press back panel ALARM button again to confirm and
exit from the alarm setting mode.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Remote Temperature Sensor
Main Unit
Remote Temperature
TIME
Proposed operating range with alkaline batteries:
-20.0°C to + 70.0°C/-4.0°F to + 158°F
Proposed operating range with lithium batteries:
-38.8°C to + 70.0°C/-38.0°F to +158°F
Temperature resolution: 0.1°C/0.2°F
12/24 hour display in hh: mm format
Date format: month-day or day-month format
Day of the week is selectable in five languages (English, Spanish,
French, German, Italian)
Time zone manual adjustment
Dual two-minute crescendo alarms with 8 minutes snooze
Programmable ice warning alarm (Channel 1)
WEATHER
Rainfall
Proposed operating range: 0 to 1999.9mm/0 to 78.74 inch
Rainfall resolution: 0.04 inch (1mm)
Indoor Temperature
Proposed operating range: -5.0°C to +50.0°C/23.0°F to 122.0°F
Temperature resolution: 0.1°C/0.2°F
User-selectable (°F or °C) temperature display
LED backlight
Low battery indicator
Wall Mount or Desktop option
Low battery indicator
RF transmission frequency: 433 MHz
Maximum number of remote sensors: 3 (1 included)
RF transmission range: maximum 100 feet (30 meters)
Temperature transmission cycle: approximately 45 seconds
Power
Main unit: 2AAsize (UM-3) 1.5V batteries (not included)
Remote sensor: 2AAsize (UM-3) 1.5V batteries (not included)
Remote rain gauge: 2AAsize (UM-3) 1.5V batteries (not included)
Dimensions
Main unit: 2.75(L) x 5.43(H) x 1.02(D) inches
Remote sensor: 2.37(L) x 4(H) x 1(D) inch
Remote rain gauge: 6.49(L) x 6.89(H) x 4.72(D) inches
Remote Rain Gauge
Remote Rainfall Data
Proposed operating range: -5.0°C to +50.0°C/23.0°F to 122.0°F
RF transmission frequency: 433 MHz
RF transmission range: maximum 100 feet (30 meters)
Rainfall transmission cycle: approximately 183 seconds
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Name: Hideki Electronics, Inc.
Address: 7865 SW Mohawk, Tualatin, OR 97062
Telephone No.: 1-503-612-8395
declare that the product
Product No.: TC150
Product Name: Wireless Rain Gauge
Manufacturer: Hideki Electronics Ltd.
Address: Unit 2304-06, 23/F Riley House, 88 Lei Muk
Road, Kwai Chung, New Territories, Hong Kong
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
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 Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
The information above is not to be used as a contact for
support or sales. Please call our customer service hotline
(refer to the Standard Warranty Information) for all
injuries instead.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
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STANDARD WARRANTY INFORMATION
This product is warranted from manufacturing defects for
one year from date of retail purchase. It does not cover
damages or wear resulting from accident, misuse, abuse,
commercial use, or unauthorized adjustment and repair.
Note that online product registration is required to ensure
valid warranty protection.
To register your product, go to our Company website
Product Registration under the Customer Service menu.
Should you require assistance with this product and its
operation, please contact our Customer Service Hotline
1(866) 443 3543.
Please direct all returns to the place of the original purchase.
Should this not be possible, contact Hideki Customer Service
Hotline for assistance to obtain a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA). Returns without a return authorization
will be refused. Please retain your original receipt as you
may be asked to provide a copy for proof of purchase.
Copyright (2006) Hideki Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from
Honeywell Intellectual Properties Inc.
Honeywell International Inc. makes no representations or
warranties with respect to this product.
All user manual contents and information are subject to
change.
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