TFA 47.3005.01 Wireless Rain Gauge Drop User Manual

1. Sarrera

The TFA 47.3005.01 Wireless Rain Gauge Drop is an innovative device designed to accurately measure and display rainfall data. This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your rain gauge, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

With its clear graphical display, the "Drop" rain gauge immediately shows you how much rain has fallen. The display also provides the current date and time. The wireless rain gauge is self-emptying and frost-resistant, making it ideal for gardens, agriculture, and anyone interested in weather monitoring.

2. Segurtasun informazioa

• Mantendu gailua muturreko tenperaturetatik, eguzki-argitik eta hezetasunetik urrun.
• Do not disassemble or modify the device. This will void the warranty.
• Use only the specified battery type (4 x 1.5V AA). Ensure correct polarity when inserting batteries.
• Tokiko araudien arabera bota bateria zaharrak.
• Mantendu ontziratzeko materialak haurrengandik urrun.

3. Paketearen edukia

Mesedez, egiaztatu osagai guztiak daudela eta kalterik gabe daudela:

• 1x Display Base Unit
• 1x Wireless Rain Collector (Pluviometer)
• 4x 1.5V AA Batteries
• 1x Erabiltzailearen eskuliburua (dokumentu hau)

Image 1: TFA 47.3005.01 Wireless Rain Gauge Drop showing both the display unit and the rain collector.

4. Produktuaren osagaiak

4.1. Display Base Unit

2 irudia: Gertuko planoa view of the TFA 47.3005.01 display base unit, showing the digital screen with time, date, and rainfall data.

The display base unit features a clear LCD screen that shows various rainfall measurements, indoor temperature, time, and date. It also has buttons for navigation and settings.

• LCD pantaila: Shows current, hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and total rainfall, indoor temperature, time, and date.
• Kontrol-botoiak: For setting time, date, alarm, and viewdatu historikoak biltzea.
• Bateriaren konpartimendua: Located at the back, for 4x AA batteries.

4.2. Wireless Rain Collector (Pluviometer)

3 irudia: Gertuko planoa view of the TFA 47.3005.01 wireless rain collector unit, a black, funnel-shaped device.

The rain collector is a self-emptying, frost-resistant outdoor unit that measures rainfall and wirelessly transmits the data to the display base unit.

• Inbutua: Collects rainwater.
• Tipping Bucket Mechanism: Measures rainfall in precise increments.
• Haririk gabeko igorlea: Sends data to the display unit (max. 100m range).
• Bateriaren konpartimendua: For batteries (usually in the base of the collector, though not explicitly stated for this unit, it's standard).

5. Konfigurazioa

5.1. Bateriaren instalazioa

1. Display Base Unit: Open the battery compartment on the back of the display unit. Insert 4x 1.5V AA batteries, observing the correct polarity (+/-). Close the compartment.
2. Euri-biltzailea: Open the battery compartment on the rain collector. Insert 4x 1.5V AA batteries, observing the correct polarity (+/-). Close the compartment securely to ensure weather resistance.

Note: It is recommended to insert batteries into the rain collector first, then the display unit, to facilitate immediate pairing.

5.2. Placement of Units

• Euri-biltzailea:
  • Place the rain collector in an open area, away from trees, buildings, or other obstructions that could block rainfall or create false readings.
  • Ensure it is level to guarantee accurate measurements. A mounting bracket (not included, but typically available) can be used for secure installation on a pole or fence.
  • The maximum wireless transmission range is 100 meters (328 feet) in open air. Obstacles like walls and electronic interference can reduce this range.
• Display Base Unit:
  • Place the display unit indoors, within the wireless range of the rain collector.
  • Avoid placing it near large metal objects, electronic devices, or sources of strong electromagnetic interference.

5.3. Hasierako sinkronizazioa

Once batteries are installed in both units, they should automatically attempt to synchronize. The display unit will show a signal strength indicator. If synchronization fails, refer to the Troubleshooting section.

6. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

6.1. Ordua eta data ezartzea

Refer to the specific buttons on your display unit (e.g., "SET", "MODE", "UP", "DOWN") to adjust the time and date. Typically, you press a "SET" button to enter setting mode, then use "UP/DOWN" to change values and "SET" or "MODE" to confirm and move to the next setting.

6.2. Viewing Rainfall Data

The display unit provides various rainfall measurements:

• Current Rainfall: Real-time measurement.
• Azken ordua: Rainfall accumulated in the past 60 minutes.
• Azken 24 orduak: Total rainfall over the last day.
• Last 7 Days: Total rainfall over the past week.
• Egungo hilabetea: Total rainfall for the current calendar month.
• Oraingo urtea: Total rainfall for the current calendar year.
• Total Rainfall: Cumulative rainfall since the device was last reset.

Use the designated buttons (e.g., "HISTORY", "MODE") to cycle through these different display modes.

6.3. Monthly History Function

The device stores monthly rainfall data for the last 12 months. Access this feature via the display unit's buttons to review past rainfall trends.

6.4. 24-Hour Rain Alarm

You can set a 24-hour rain alarm to be notified when a certain amount of rainfall has been reached within a 24-hour period. Consult your display unit's manual section for setting this alarm threshold.

6.5. Indoor Temperature Display

The display base unit also shows the indoor temperature, typically in Celsius or Fahrenheit. You may be able to switch between units using a dedicated button or setting.

7. Mantentzea

7.1. Garbiketa

• Euri-biltzailea: Periodically check the rain collector's funnel for debris (leaves, dirt, insects) that could obstruct the tipping bucket mechanism. Clean gently with a soft cloth and water. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• Bistaratzeko unitatea: Wipe the display unit with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using liquid cleaners.

7.2. Bateria ordezkatzea

When the battery indicator appears on the display unit, replace all batteries in both the display unit and the rain collector simultaneously. Use fresh 1.5V AA batteries. Follow the battery installation steps in Section 5.1.

7.3. Frost Resistance

The rain collector is designed to be frost-resistant. However, in extremely harsh winter conditions, it is advisable to bring the outdoor unit indoors to prevent potential damage and prolong its lifespan.

8. Arazoak

9. Zehaztapenak

10. Bermea eta Laguntza

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official TFA Dostmann webwebgunearekin edo jarri harremanetan zure tokiko saltzailearekin. Gorde erosketaren frogagiria bermearen erreklamazioetarako.

Fabrikatzailea: TFA Dostmann

Webgunea: www.tfa-dostmann.de