Kestrel 3000 - Manual (Page 6)

Kestrel® 3000 Pocket Weather® Meter 11
BEAUFORT SCALE
The Beaufort Scale is a system for estimating
wind force without the use of instruments based
on the visible effects of the wind on the physical
environment. The behavior of smoke, waves, trees,
etc., is rated on a 13 point scale. The scale was devised
in 1805 by the British naval Commander Sir Francis
Beaufort (1774-1857) and is still commonly used by
mariners.
KESTREL POCKET WEATHER METERS
WARRANTY
NK does not believe in “disposable electronics.” We know that Kestrel Meters don’t typically
lead pampered lives, and we design them for years of performance in tough conditions.
Every Kestrel is designed and manufactured at NK’s facility in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, to be
the accurate, reliable weather instrument you need for your application. If for any reason
you are not satisfied with the performance or operation of your Kestrel meter in the first 30
days, you may return it to your place of purchase for a full refund.
We guarantee every Kestrel Pocket Weather Meter to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of FIVE YEARS from their date of first consumer purchase. NK will
Force Description Kts
0 Calm 0
1 Light Air 1-3
2 Light Breeze 4-6
3 Gentle Breeze 7-10
4 Moderate Breeze 11-16
5 Fresh Breeze 17-21
6 Strong Breeze 22-27
7 Near Gale 28-33
8 Gale 34-40
9 Strong Gale 41-47
10 Storm 48-55
11 Violent Storm 56-63
12+ Hurricane 64+
repair or replace any defective product or part when notified within the
warranty period, and will return the product via domestic ground shipping or
NK’s choice of method of international shipping at no charge.
The following shall be excluded from warranty coverage: damage due to
improper use or neglect (including corrosion); damage caused by severe or
excessive impact, crushing or mechanical harm; modifications or attempted
repairs by someone other than an authorized NK/Kestrel repair agent; impeller failure not
caused by a manufacturing defect; normal usage wear; failed batteries; and accuracy issues
resolvable by recalibration. Recalibration is provided free of charge within thirty (30) days of
purchase if necessary.
Except for the warranties set forth herein, NK disclaims all other warranties, expressed,
implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranties that may be imposed by
applicable law are limited to the term of this warranty. In no event shall NK be liable for any
incidental, special or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, loss of business,
loss of profits, loss of data or use, whether in an action in contract or tort or based on a
warranty, arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of an NK product, even
if NK has been advised of the possibility of such damages. You agree that repair, and (upon
availability) replacement, as applicable, is your sole and exclusive remedy with respect to any
breach of the NK Limited Warranty set forth herein. All product liability and warranty options