When it rains, the alarm comes on. But it never registers more than .1 of an inch, even if we get 3 inches. How do I fix it?

i'm having the same problem. we had over an inch of rain over the weekend and it read "00.0". i'm going to try changing the battery. if that don't work i'm going too contact amazon. sorry, i can't help you.

Does this need to be mounted, or can it just sit on the ground?

I guess it can be, however, for safety of the gage it should be mounted, for mine I use a 2x4x8 , I cut about ten inches off, drove the 2x4x8 in the ground then nailed the 10inch piece on the top ( as in a T shape). I then mounted the gage ontop. This is very secure and easy. Once mounted the battery can be change without having to unmount the gage. Note, mineis about 30ft fom the receiver insidean works fine. Hope this helps

I have had several wireless rain gauges and they only seem to work for a year or so. Does anyone have it for say 3 years and have it still working?

My second unit is was purchased in 2017. It has worked properly the entire time. I just moved and will be buying another very soon. I'm replacing the rain gauge because if it sits in the direct sun for a significant portion of the day, the plastic housing gets brittle. The tabs on mine broke long ago and it is now held together with tape. Functional but not pretty. The unit does require some maintenance. I've found that in the spring and fall, "tree trash" can collect in the cup and block the inlet. I've also have to clear the spiders out from time to time. I highly recommend this product. So much so, i will be buying #3 in the near future.

Can I make it empty using wireless from inside? To clear a little bit of rain and start fresh?

The collector will never have more than equiv. of 0.01 inches in it and that can be cleared electronically.

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AcuRite Wireless Self-Emptying Digital Rain Gauge (00899), Multicolor

AcuRite Wireless Self-Emptying Digital Rain Gauge (00899), Multicolor

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Brand
AcuRite
Colour
White
Connectivity technology
433 MHz
Material
Plastic
Power source
Battery
Product dimensions
7.3D x 30.2W x

📡433 MHz strong signal

⏱️16-sec update interval

🌧️Self-emptying tech

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Description

🌦️ Stay dry, stay informed — rain data that works as hard as you do!

FLOOD WATCH ALARM - Stay ahead with alerts that warn of potential flooding conditions.
REAL TIME RAIN DATA - Updates rainfall totals every 16 seconds for instant insights.
DUAL MEASUREMENT UNITS - Switch seamlessly between inches and millimeters to suit your preference.
EFFORTLESS RAIN TRACKING - Automatically empties collection cup so you never miss a drop.
ROBUST WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY - Enhanced 433 MHz signal penetrates obstacles for reliable outdoor-to-indoor data transmission.

The AcuRite Wireless Self-Emptying Digital Rain Gauge (00899) offers precise, real-time rainfall measurement with automatic self-emptying functionality. Transmitting data every 16 seconds via a strong 433 MHz signal, it features a flood watch alarm and dual unit display, making it an essential smart tool for weather-conscious professionals and garden enthusiasts alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B004V1XJW0
Are batteries included?	Yes
Best Sellers Rank	70,817 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 54 in Rain Gauges
Brand	AcuRite
Colour	White
Connectivity Technology	433 MHz
Customer Reviews	4.2 out of 5 stars 4,845 Reviews
Display Type	No display
Frequency	433 MHz
Global Trade Identification Number	00072397008990
Included Components	Digital display, rain gauge, instruction manual
Is Used Where	Outdoor
Item Dimensions D x W x H	7.3D x 30.2W x 20H centimetres
Item Shape	Rectangular
Item Type Name	AcuRite Wireless Self-Emptying Digital Rain Gauge (00899)
Item Weight	0.88 Pounds
Lower Temperature Rating	32 Degrees Fahrenheit
Manufacturer	AcuRite
Manufacturer Part Number	899
Material	Plastic
Model Number	899
Number of Batteries	5 AA batteries required. (included)
Number of Items	1
Power Source	Battery Powered
Power source	Battery Powered
Product Warranty	1-year warranty.
Recommended Uses For Product	Rainfall, Rainfall History, Rainfall Alerts
Recommended uses for product	Rainfall, Rainfall History, Rainfall Alerts
Sensor Technology	Tipping Bucket
Special Features	Self-Emptying, Flood Watch Alarm, Strong Signal Penetration
Special feature	Self-Emptying, Flood Watch Alarm, Strong Signal Penetration
Specific Uses For Product	Rain Rate
Specific uses for product	Rain Rate
Style Name	Standard
Temperature Accuracy	1.5 degrees_celsius
Temperature Reading Accuracy	plus_minus_1_degree_celsius
UPC	072397008990
Unit Count	1.0 count
Upper Temperature Rating	120 Degrees Fahrenheit

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