Product Description

This stylish Rain Gauge is great for kitchens! The Wireless Rain Gauge with 10-day rainfall memory and digital clock measures daily and cumulative rainfall. It features a self-emptying rain collector, and a digital clock.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3951 in Lawn & Patio
• Color: White
• Brand: Oregon Scientific
• Model: RGR682
• Dimensions: 9.75" h x 5.00" w x 10.25" l, .30 pounds

Features

• Self-emptying rain collector measures collected rainfall
• Indoor gauge module displays daily and cumulative rainfall data up to 9 days
• Monitor total rainfall up to 1000 inches over any time period
• Requires 2 AA and 2 AAA batteries (sold separately); instruction manual included
• Gauge measures 5.5 inches in diameter; warranty card included

Amazon.com Product Description
Measure daily rainfall from your kitchen with this self-emptying rain gauge, which automatically eliminates collected rainfall. It displays daily rainfall data and keeps a historical record up to 9 days. Its reset feature lets you monitor total rainfall over any time period since the last time the gauge was reset. Display rainfall amount in either inches or millimeters. Its wireless transmission range is 100 feet, and the main unit's operating temperature range is 23-122°F. Total rainfall range is 1000 inches; daily range is 100 inches.

The digital clock displays in 12- or 24-hour format, and can be set with a 1-minute daily alarm. The display's sturdy base is specifically designed for tabletop use. The remote rain collector is 5.5 inches in diameter and stands 5.7 inches tall.

The rain collector requires 2 AA batteries (sold separately), and the main unit requires 2 AAA batteries (sold separately). An instruction manual and warranty card are included.

Customer Reviews

Piece of garbage!
It worked for a few weeks. Now, it no longer computes rainfall and I can't get the Total and Current display to stop blinking. I looked all through the booklet but nothing mentions my problem. I've E-Mailed the company and they had me pull the batteries, let it sit for a day and reinsert the batteries. I let it sit for two days, put in new batteries and still can't get it to work. I'm now waiting on a reply (takes about a week to get replies). I figured I'd spend additional money to get a good one - BIG MISTAKE!

UPDATE: They had me "reset" the unit. It worked. Unfortunately, we went through a dry spell. It just rained and guess what? It no longer works. To reset the unit AGAIN means pulling the cover, removing a bunch of screws, battery and hitting the reset button. But why do that - it will just stop working again. I sent a message back to the company. Let's see if they do the right thing. I will keep everyone informed.

UPDATE [September 6, 2008] - They replied with another question and haven't replied since August 28, 2008.

UPDATE [September 19, 2008] - Just got their reply (from August 28). They want me to go through the reset process again! I informed them that they win - I give up. Not once did they offer to provide a replacement or discount - super company!

It actually works! No LaCrosse interference.
Instructions are clear and first trial measured 1.54 inches of rain. Biggest complaint is 8 very small screws to remove to put in 2 "AA" batteries. Also be careful with the mounting screws, I twisted one in two and had to go find another similar screw. I currently have a LaCrosse wireless temperature gauge and there is no apparent interference. I'd recommend it to a friend.

Rain Gauge
A quality instrument. My only complaint, the rain measurements appear to be off by around 30% from other gauges, manual and auto, that I compare to. This gauge doesn't allow for calibration without totally dismantling the receiver.