Frequently Asked Questions

1. Replace the batteries. We recommend the following batteries:
   My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?
2. Clean any corrosion around and on the battery terminals.
3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit:www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased at AmbientWeather.com

If the sensor displays “OF” and the console displays “LL”or “HH.H”, the senor must be replaced.

We have a one year warranty. For details, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

Out of warranty replacements are available here:

F007PF:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

F007T: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007t.html

F007TH: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007th.html

F007TP: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007tp.html

Your pool has a significant temperature gradient as a function of depth, particularly when the pool is exposed to direct sunlight. The pool temperature tends to decrease as a function of depth.

To test the accuracy of the sensor, remove it from the pool and set the floating pool and spa thermometer next to the display console. Allow it to stabilize for a couple of hours.

If you are comparing this temperature to another thermometer in your pool, you can place this thermometer next to the floating pool and spa thermometer as well.

The indoor and outdoor temperature should agree within the specified accuracy, +/- 2 degF.

If the sensor is out of specification, we have  a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, the floating pool and spa thermometer can be replaced here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

and

https://www.ambientweather.com/amf008pfn.html

Note that most consoles include a calibration feature that allow you to calibrate the temperature sensor to a known source.

The low voltage icon or indicator will be present on the console next to the sensor reading if the voltage falls below 2.4 Volts.

If you own more than one sensor, make sure the first sensor is on Channel 1 and the second sensor is on Channel 2.

To set the dip switches, please reference:

How Do I Set The Channel Number Using The Dip Switches In The Sensor?

Next, place all remote sensors about 10′ from the console, and then power down and up the display console. Do not touch any buttons for several minutes, until the search icon  on the display turns off.

If the problem persists, change the channel 2 sensor to channel 1 and visa versa (switch both sensor channels) and repeat the process above. Does the problem follow the sensor, or does it remain on channel 2?

If the sensor problem remains on Channel 2, the console will need to be replaced.

If the sensor problem moves to Channel 1, the sensor will need to be replaced.

We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit:

www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If the temperature reads 88.8 and Channel 8, the sensor did not completely boot up. This is because during initial power up, all of the segments are illuminated.

Remove and reinsert the batteries. If you own the F007PF Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer, press the reset button on the inside lid.

If you are unable to open the pool float lid, please review the following Help Guide:

If the problem persists, try using a wrench and vice grip or a leverage tool.

We offer a maintenance kit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pfmaiintenacekit.html

which includes a wrench.

0F.L indicates there is a problem with the sensor and must be replaced. This can occur if the probe is pinched or pulled, resulting in an open circuit.

To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, the sensor can be replaced here:

F007TP: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007tp.html

F007TH: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007th.html

F007T: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007t.html

1. Sensor placement is important, since the wireless signal cannot pass through Earth or ground.  Tethering the sensor to the side of the pool that is line of sight to the sensor is recommended:
   
2. Keep the console away from any electronic radiating sources, like phones, TVs and computers.
3. If the sensor(s) have stopped communicating to your console,  it may be as simple as placing the remote(s) (powered up) about 10 feet away from the console, power down and up the console by removing one or more batteries, disconnecting from AC power (if applicable), wait 30 seconds, and put the batteries back in, then wait several minutes to resync. DO NOT TOUCH ANY BUTTONS and look for the search icon. Wait until the search icon turns off before pressing any buttons.If you have more than one sensor, make sure they are programmed to transmit on different channels.
4.  Here are some general guides on interferance:
   

   Wireless Signal Is Intermittent Or Not Working

5. if the problem persists, we have a one year warranty:
   www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

    

   To replace out of warranty:F007PF:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html
   F008PFN: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf008pfn.html

The F007PF floating pool and spa thermometers will require regular maintenance due to the challenging environment.

Every season:

1. Inspect and lubricate the O-Ring with silicon grease, available online and at hardware stores.
   
2. Add a silicon gel or desiccant pack to help prevent condensation inside the unit, available online and at hardware stores.
   
3. Inspect the batteries for corrosion. Replace corroded batteries. We recommend high quality lithium batteries.

Every Year:

Replace the batteries with fresh lithium batteries.

Maintenance Kit:

Ambient Weather offers a maintenance kit here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pfmaiintenacekit.html

Product Manual
https://ambientweather.com/mwdownloads/download/link/id/592/

Product Page
https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

Floating Pool & Spa Thermometer loses reception

1. Sensor placement is important, since the wireless signal cannot pass through Earth or ground.  Tethering the sensor to the side of the pool that is line of sight to the sensor is recommended:
   
2. Keep the console away from any electronic radiating sources, like phones, TVs and computers.
3. If the sensor(s) have stopped communicating to your console,  it may be as simple as placing the remote(s) (powered up) about 10 feet away from the console, power down and up the console by removing one or more batteries, disconnecting from AC power (if applicable), wait 30 seconds, and put the batteries back in, then wait several minutes to resync. DO NOT TOUCH ANY BUTTONS and look for the search icon. Wait until the search icon turns off before pressing any buttons.If you have more than one sensor, make sure they are programmed to transmit on different channels.
4.  Here are some general guides on interferance:
   wireless-signal-is-intermittant-or-not-working
   
5. Still no communication press the reset button on the inside of the lid:
6. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty:
   www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html To replace out of warranty:F007PF:  https://www.amazon.com/Ambient-Weather-F007PF-8-Channel-Wireless/dp/B00EYGJ1KQ/ref=sr_1_1?

To set the channel number on your sensor, open the battery compartment and locate the dip switches:

For the floating pool and spa thermometer, it is on the inner lid.

Next, set the dip switches according to the table below:

For example, if you wish to set Channel 2, the first three dip switches are set to DOWN DOWN UP.

If you wish to set Channel 3, the first three dip switches are set to DOWN UP DOWN.

If the batteries have already been inserted into the sensor, you must power it down and up again by removing and inserting the batteries again.

The channel number will now be displayed on the LCD Screen (#3 below). For the F008PF, since it does not have an LCD display, will flash the channel number.

1. Replace the batteries and press the reset button on the inside lid of the F007PF.
2. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
3. If out of warranty, the sensor can be replaced.

Product Manual
https://ambientweather.com/mwdownloads/download/link/id/592/

Product Page
https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

If all of the segments are lit up on the LCD display:

1. This can be caused by weak or low batteries. Insert fresh Alkaline or Lithium batteries.
2.  Press the reset pinhole on the inside of the lid:
   
3. If the problem persists, the sensor needs replacing. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
4. For out of warranty replacements, visit: https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

Product Manual
https://ambientweather.com/mwdownloads/download/link/id/592/

Product Page
https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

No, it is not designed to be submersed under water for an extended period of time. It is designed to float on the surface of the water.

1. Make sure you are using high quality Lithium or Energizer batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. The solar panel does not recharge the batteries.
2. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
3. If out of warranty, the sensor can be replaced here:

   https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html

Can I Use the Pool Float (F007PF) under a Pool or Spa cover?

The F007PF is designed to float. If the F007PF is used under a cover and the sensor is constantly submerged, the additional pressure will lead to premature gasket failure. Moisture will enter the sensor compartment and cause sensor failure.

Product Manual
https://ambientweather.com/mwdownloads/download/link/id/592/

Product Page
https://www.ambientweather.com/amf007pf.html