Ames Instruments 63985 Assembly instructions

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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury.
1. Do not use for medical purposes.
2. Do not open the housing other
than battery compartment.
3. Avoid direct eye exposure.
4. Do not expose the tool to
rain or wet conditions.
5. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
tool. Do not use while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
may result in serious personal injury.
6. Do not use the tool if the Trigger does
not turn it on and off. Any tool that cannot
be controlled with the Trigger is
dangerous and must be repaired.
7. Disconnect the battery before making
any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
activating the Laser accidentally.
8. Maintain the tool. Check for misalignment
or binding of parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained tools.
9. Use the tool in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
10. Have your tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the tool is maintained.
11. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not
mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Position batteries in proper polarity. Do
not use swollen or leaking batteries.
12. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
13. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
14. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
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Specifications
Temperature Range -58°F to 1022°F (-50°C to 550°C)
Temperature Accuracy
(@ -58°F to 32°F) ± 7°
(@ 33°F to 1022°F) ± 4°
or ±2%, whichever is greater
Response Time < 1 second
Spot Size Ratio 12:1 (Distance:Spot Size)
Operating Temperature 32°F - 122°F
Operating Humidity 10 - 75% RH
Storage Temperature -4°F - 140°F
Storage Humidity ≤ 80% RH
Emissivity Range 0.1 - 1.0 (Preset to 0.95)
Battery 9V (sold separately)
Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Functions
Battery
Cover
Laser
Pointer
Infrared
Lens
Display
Select
Button
Backlight/
Laser
Pointer
Button
Up/Down
Button
Trigger
LASER LIGHT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Max. Output: <1mW, Wavelength: 630-670nm
CLASS IIa LASER PRODUCT 18a
Manufacture Date:__________ , _____
This product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
Distributed by Harbor Freight Tools
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd.
Camarillo, CA 93011
63985
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Display
Symbol Description
SCAN Measuring
HOLD Data Hold
3
=8.88 Emissivity
Backlight/Laser Pointer
Low Battery
MAX MIN Max/Min Values
°F°C Fahrenheit/Celsius
Emissivity
Emissivity is the amount of thermal
energy emitted from a surface.
Generally, organic materials, painted, dull or
dark surfaces have higher emissivity. Metals
and reflective surfaces have lower emissivity.
This thermometer is preset to 0.95.
To adjust Emissivity:
1. Press and hold Select Button
until 3 is displayed.
2. Press Select Button again.
3. Press Up/Down Button to
adjust emissivity value.
4. Press Select Button when finished.
Approximate Surface Emissivity
Glass 0.95
Concrete 0.95
Hot Food 0.93
Carbon 0.85
Cast Iron 0.80
Copper (oxidized) 0.50
Galvanized Pipe 0.40
Aluminum (oxidized) 0.30
Stainless Steel (polished) 0.20
Backlight/Laser Pointer Button
Laser Pointer: In Data Hold mode, press Button to turn Laser Pointer on and off.
Backlight: In Measurement mode, press Button to turn Backlight on and off.
MAX MIN
Press Select Button to review maximum and minimum values.
°F°C
Press Up/Down Button to change temperature unit.
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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
General Operation
Note: Do not expose Thermometer to strong electromagnetic fields, such
as those generated by an arc welder, induction heater, etc.
Note: When moving Thermometer to an area with significantly different ambient temperature,
allow Thermometer to adjust to the new ambient temperature for 30 minutes before use.
The object being tested should be larger than the size calculated by the diagram below.
Spot
Center
Distance
4"
diameter
at 4'
distance
2"
diameter
at 2'
distance
1"
diameter
at 1'
distance
1. Remove dirt and grime from surface
to be measure as needed.
2. Adjust Emissivity as needed.
Note: Black electrical tape or black paint may
be applied to highly reflective surfaces to raise
emissivity. Leave Thermometer set to 0.95 and
allow tape or paint to come to same temperature
as surface before taking measurement.
3. Hold Thermometer and point
it toward surface.
4. Press and hold Trigger, pointing Laser
at surface. When SCAN appears on
Display, testing is in progress.
5. Read Measurement.
6. Release Trigger, HOLD will appear
on Display and reading will be
held for several seconds.
Note: Thermometer will shut off
after 20 seconds of non-use.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Release the Trigger and remove the battery from the Laser Thermometer before
performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If damage is noted, have
the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe lens first, then external
surfaces of the tool with clean,damp
cloth. Only use water, do not use soap or
chemicals. DO NOT submerge tool in water.
3. Remove battery if not in use for long periods.
4. Store tool in a dry location.
5. Other than battery, there are no replaceable
parts on this Thermometer. Repairs should
be done by a qualified technician.
Battery Replacement
When symbol appears on
display, replace battery.
1. Remove Battery Cover.
2. Remove battery and replace with same.
3. Replace Battery Cover.
Calibration
Have Thermometer calibrated by a qualified technician every year.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
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accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
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injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
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