## Hand held Anemometer
Operating Manual



### Introduction: Congratulations on purchasing this pocket-sized anemometer. This innovative product provides wind speed, wind chill and temperature information for any outdoor activity . The operation of this product is simple and straightforward and by reading this operating manual, users will receive the optimum benefits of all its features.



### The Anemometer

Features:

• Wind speed measure in mph, Km/h, m/s or Knots

• Wind speed in Beaufort wind scale bar graph

• Wind chill display

• Temperature display in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius

• LCD backlight

• Auto power OFF

• Neck band included

• Weather resistant casing



### Setting up: 1. First use a large coin to open

the battery cover at the back
of the anemometer as
indicated above. 2. Checking the correct

polarization, insert 1 x 3V (CR2032) lithium cell, positive (+) pole up into the battery compartment and replace the cover. 3. When the battery is inserted,

all the segments of the LCD and backlight will light up briefly.

Your anemometer is now operational.
Note: After inserting the battery, test the anemometer by blowing directly at the Impeller for about 30 seconds. The reading on the LCD should change. If this does not happen remove the battery, wait for 30 seconds, and re-insert the battery.



### Function keys: The anemometer uses the following keys:

MODE/ ~ key: To toggle between wind speed and temperature/wind chill display
: Power ON/OFF : To enter the setting mode : To turn the backlight On

+ Key : To change operation mode : To change parameters in setting mode : To turn the backlight On 

### Selection of operation mode
There are two modes, one is wind speed , and the other is temperature . By pressing the “MODE/ ~ ” key the display will toggle
between the two modes.

Wind Speed Mode The wind speed mode can be selected to 3 different display modes at any time.

To toggle between current wind speed, maximum wind speed and 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 for estimating wind force without the use of instruments based on the visible effects of the wind on the physical environment.



### Temperature/ Wind Chill Mode The temperature/ wind chill modes can be selected to 2 different display modes at any time.

Temperature Wind chill
By pressing the “+” key the display will toggle between temperature
and wind chill.
Note: When the temperature is outside the range from –29°C to +59°C,

there will be no wind chill measurement.



### Wind chill The anemometer calculates automatically wind chill, which can provide useful information for prep aring outdoor activities in cold weather. “Wind chill” provides an indi cation of how cold it feels given the combined effects of the actual air temperature and the wind speed.



### Power ON/OFF:

Press and hold down the “MODE/ ~ ” key for 4 seconds to switch the
unit ON or OFF.
Note: The anemometer is automatically switched OFF when no key is pressed in 34 minutes.



### 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.

Current wind speed Maximum wind speed Since power on Average wind speed Since power on

Battery

cover + key

MODE/ ~ key Im p elle r

Force Description Kts m/s Km/h mph
0 Calm 0 0 0 0 1 Light Air 1 0.5 1.8 1.1 2 Light Breeze 4 2.1 7.4 4.6
3 Gentle Breeze 7 3.6 13.0 8.1
4 Moderate Breeze 11 5.7 20.4 12.7
5 Fresh Breeze 17 8.8 31.5 19.6 6 Strong Breeze 22 11.3 40.8 25.4
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
10 Storm 48 24.7 88.9 55.3
11 Violent Storm 56 28.8 103.7 64.5
12 Hurricane 64 32.9 118.5 73.7

Batter y cove r

Lithium
cell (CR2032) Battery

com p artment

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### Measurement scale setting 1. After entering the manual setting mode, press “+” key to set the measurement scale in Km/h (Kilometers per hour), mph (miles per hour), m/s (meters per seconds) or Kts (Knots). 2. Now press the “MODE/ ~ ” key to confirm and enter the “ °C and °F setting ”.



### °C and °F setting: 1. Following from the measurement scale Setting °C will be flashing, use the “+” key to toggle °C and °F. 2. Once the desired temperature unit has been chosen, press the
“MODE/ ~ ” key to confirm and enter the “ Average time for current speed measurement setting ”.



### Average time for current speed measurement setting The current wind speed can be measured in average wind speed in a
time interval of 2-10 seconds 1. Following from the °C and °F Setting, press “+” key to set the desired average time. The range runs from 2 to 10 seconds. 2. Once the desired average time has been chosen, press the
“MODE/ ~ ” key to confirm and back to the normal mode.



### LCD backlight: The LCD backlight is automatically switched ON when any one of the 2 function keys are pressed and held down for 2 seconds. The backlight will be switched on for approximately 8 seconds before automatically switching OFF.



### Battery change: It is recommended to replace the battery in the unit on an annual basis to ensure optimum accuracy of this unit.

Please help in the preservation of the environment. Return used batteries to an authorized depot.



### Maintenance:

• Avoid placing anemometer in areas prone to vibration and shock

as these may damage and inaccurate readings.

• Avoid exposure to sudden changes in temperature such as direct

sunlight, extreme cold and wet or moist conditions.

• When cleaning the display and casing, use a soft damp cloth only.

Do not use solvents or souring agents as they may mark the LCD and casing.

• Do not make or attempts to make any repairs to the anemometer.

Return it to its original point of purchase for repair by a qualified engineer. Opening and tampering with the unit may invalidate its warranty.



### Specifications:

Recommended operating temperatures : -21.8 ° F to 138.2 ° F with 0.2 °
resolution (-29.9°C to +59°C with 0.1°C 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 fo r 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. WARRANTY INFORMATION

La Crosse Technology provides a 1-year warranty on this anemometer. Contact La Crosse Technology immediately upon discovery of any defects covered by this warranty.

Before sending the anemometer in for repairs, contact La Crosse Technology. The anemometer will be repaired or replaced with the same or similar model during the warranty period.

This warranty does not cover any defects resulting from improper use, unauthorized repairs or faulty batteries.

LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR
DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR
MALFUNCTION OF THIS ANEMOMETER. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT
TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC
INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF
CHILDRENS’ REACH.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to your State. Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or inci dental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.

For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:

La Crosse Technology 2809 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: 608.782.1610

Fax: 608.796.1020

e-mail: support@lacrossetechnology.com (warranty work)

sales@lacrossetechnology.com (information on other products)
web: www.lacrossetechnology.com

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