Hand held Anemometer Selection of operation mode

Operating Manual There are two modes, one is wind speed, and the other is
temperature. By pressing the “MODE/~” key the display will toggle
Introduction: between the two modes.
Congratulations on purchasing this pocket-sized anemometer. This
innovative product provides wind speed, wind chill and temperature Wind Speed Mode
information for any outdoor activity. The operation of this product is The wind speed mode can be selected to 3 different display modes at
simple and straightforward and by reading this operating manual, any time.
users will receive the optimum benefits of all its features.
The Anemometer
Impeller

+ key
MODE/~ key
Current wind speed Maximum wind speed Average wind speed
Since power on Since power on
Battery To toggle between current wind speed, maximum wind speed and
cover average wind speed, simply press the “+” key:

Beaufort wind scale (bft)

The Beaufort scale is displayed in bar graph (0-12). This is a system
Features: for estimating wind force without the use of instruments based on the
• Wind speed measure in mph, Km/h, m/s or Knots visible effects of the wind on the physical environment.
• Wind speed in Beaufort wind scale bar graph
• Wind chill display Force Description Kts m/s Km/h mph
0 Calm 0 0 0 0
• Temperature display in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius 1 Light Air 1 0.5 1.8 1.1
• LCD backlight 2 Light Breeze 4 2.1 7.4 4.6
3 Gentle Breeze 7 3.6 13.0 8.1
• Auto power OFF 4 Moderate Breeze 11 5.7 20.4 12.7
• Neck band included 5
6
Fresh Breeze
Strong Breeze
17
22
8.8
11.3
31.5
40.8
19.6
25.4
• Weather resistant casing 7 Near Gale 28 14.4 51.8 32.3
8 Gale 34 17.5 63.0 39.2
9 Strong Gale 41 21.1 75.9 47.2
Setting up: 10 Storm 48 24.7 88.9 55.3
11 Violent Storm 56 28.8 103.7 64.5
1. First use a large coin to open 12 Hurricane 64 32.9 118.5 73.7
the battery cover at the back
of the anemometer as Battery
indicated above. compartment
Temperature/ Wind Chill Mode
2. Checking the correct The temperature/ wind chill modes can be selected to 2 different
polarization, insert display modes at any time.
1 x 3V (CR2032) lithium cell,
positive (+) pole up into the
battery compartment and
+
replace the cover. Battery cover
3. When the battery is inserted, Lithium
all the segments of the LCD cell
and backlight will light up (CR2032) Temperature Wind chill
briefly. By pressing the “+” key the display will toggle between temperature
and wind chill.
Your anemometer is now operational. Note:
Note: When the temperature is outside the range from –29°C to +59°C,
After inserting the battery, test the anemometer by blowing directly at there will be no wind chill measurement.
the Impeller for about 30 seconds. The reading on the LCD should
change. If this does not happen remove the battery, wait for 30 Wind chill
seconds, and re-insert the battery. The anemometer calculates automatically wind chill, which can
provide useful information for preparing outdoor activities in cold
Function keys: weather. “Wind chill” provides an indication of how cold it feels given
The anemometer uses the following keys: the combined effects of the actual air temperature and the wind
speed.
MODE/~ key: To toggle between wind speed and temperature/wind
chill display Power ON/OFF:
: Power ON/OFF Press and hold down the “MODE/~” key for 4 seconds to switch the
: To enter the setting mode unit ON or OFF.
: To turn the backlight On Note:
The anemometer is automatically switched OFF when no key is
+ Key : To change operation mode pressed in 34 minutes.
: To change parameters in setting mode
: To turn the backlight On
Manual setting
Note:
Before entering the manual setting mode switch off the anemometer.
Press and hold down the “MODE/~” key for about 6 seconds, the
speed unit will start flashing on the right side of the LCD when the
manual setting mode is entered.
Measurement scale setting WARRANTY INFORMATION
1. After entering the manual setting mode, press “+” key to set the
measurement scale in Km/h (Kilometers per hour), mph (miles La Crosse Technology provides a 1-year warranty on this
per hour), m/s (meters per seconds) or Kts (Knots). anemometer. Contact La Crosse Technology immediately upon
2. Now press the “MODE/~” key to confirm and enter the “°C and discovery of any defects covered by this warranty.
°F setting”.
Before sending the anemometer in for repairs, contact La Crosse
°C and °F setting: Technology. The anemometer will be repaired or replaced with the
1. Following from the measurement scale Setting °C will be same or similar model during the warranty period.
flashing, use the “+” key to toggle °C and °F.
2. Once the desired temperature unit has been chosen, press the This warranty does not cover any defects resulting from improper
“MODE/~” key to confirm and enter the “Average time for use, unauthorized repairs or faulty batteries.
current speed measurement setting”.
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR
Average time for current speed measurement setting INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR
The current wind speed can be measured in average wind speed in a DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR
time interval of 2-10 seconds MALFUNCTION OF THIS ANEMOMETER. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT
1. Following from the °C and °F Setting, press “+” key to set the TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC
desired average time. The range runs from 2 to 10 seconds. INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF
2. Once the desired average time has been chosen, press the CHILDRENS’ REACH.
“MODE/~” key to confirm and back to the normal mode.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have
other rights specific to your State. Some States do no allow the
LCD backlight:
exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above
The LCD backlight is automatically switched ON when any one of the
exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.
2 function keys are pressed and held down for 2 seconds. The
backlight will be switched on for approximately 8 seconds before
For warranty work, technical support, or information contact
automatically switching OFF.
La Crosse Technology
Battery change: 190 Main Street
It is recommended to replace the battery in the unit on an annual La Crescent, MN 55947
basis to ensure optimum accuracy of this unit. Phone: 507.895.7095
Fax: 507.895.8000
Please help in the preservation of the environment.
Return used batteries to an authorized depot.
e-mail
[email protected]
Maintenance:
(for warranty work)
• Avoid placing anemometer in areas prone to vibration and shock
as these may damage and inaccurate readings.
[email protected]
• Avoid exposure to sudden changes in temperature such as direct (for information on other products)
sunlight, extreme cold and wet or moist conditions.
• When cleaning the display and casing, use a soft damp cloth only. Or visit us on the internet at
Do not use solvents or souring agents as they may mark the LCD www.lacrossetechnology.com
and casing.
• Do not make or attempts to make any repairs to the anemometer. All rights reserved. This handbook must not be reproduced in any
Return it to its original point of purchase for repair by a qualified form, even in excerpts, or duplicated or processed using electronic,
engineer. Opening and tampering with the unit may invalidate its mechanical or chemical procedures without written permission of the
warranty. publisher.
This handbook may contain mistakes and printing errors. The
Specifications: information in this handbook is regularly checked and corrections
Recommended operating temperatures : -21.8 °F to 138.2 °F with 0.2° made in the next issue. We accept no liability for technical mistakes
resolution or printing errors, or their consequences.
(-29.9°C to +59°C with 0.1°C
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.
resolution)
(“---“ displayed if outside this range)
Temperature checking interval : every 10 seconds
Wind speed measuring range : Minimum 0.4 mph (0.2 m/s)
Maximum 67 mph (30 m/s)
Power source : 1 x 3V lithium cell (CR2032)
Battery life : Approximately 12 months
Dimensions (L x W x H) : 1.5” x 0.6” x 3.8” (39 x 17 x 98 mm)

Liability Disclaimer:
• The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility
for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur
should an inaccurate reading take place.
• This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public
information.
• The specifications of this product may change without prior
notice.
• This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children.
• No part of this manual may be reproduced without written
consent of the manufacturer.