I contacted the guy who makes them, because I bought a used 6.5 and 6.2 and was wondering the same thing.
Here's what he said when I asked how to test the 6.5:
They generally hold their settings virtually forever. Check accuweather UV Index forcast for a noon clear sky day and see if meter reads close to forcast. Stand out in open away from any buildings and trees so meter has a full-sky view.