Axio MET AX-5003 User manual

DOUBLE WAYS
THERMOCOUPLE METER
Model AX-5003
USERS MANUAL

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the double ways thermocouple meter from us. Please take a few minutes
to browse through this user manual before you begin to operate the meter to ensure that you are
fully familiarized with how best to operate the meter as accurately and safely as possible.
This meter can match any standard type K or J sensor.
1.1. Pre autions safety measures
To get the best service from this meter, please read this user’s manual carefully and observe the
detailed safety precautions strictly.
1.1.1. During use
. Temperature jacks: standard small thermocouple jacks, the center spacing is 7.9mm (between
the two prongs).
2. When the battery voltage is under proper operation requirement, the symbol will show on
the LCD and the battery need to be replaced with new.
3. To keep the instrument clean, wipe the case with a dry cloth and detergent do not use abrasives
or solvents.
1.1.2. Maintaining the produ t
•Do not measure at a high temperature, high humidity places
•When not using the instrument for a long time please remove the battery and avoid storing in high
temperature and high humidity.
2. FEATURES
. Display: 4 digits LCD Display
2. Resolution: 0. ° C/0. ° F( below 000°C)
° C/ ° F(above 000°C)
3. Range:
K-type: -200~ 300 ° C (-328~2372°F)
J-type: -200~ 200 ° C (-328~2 92°F)

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4. Accuracy:
(-200 ~ - 00 ° C) ±(0.2% reading + ° C)
(- 00 ~ 300 ° C) ±(0. % reading +0.7 ° C)
(-328 ~ - 48 ° F) ±(0.2% reading + 2 ° F)
(- 48 ~ 2372 ° F) ±(0. % reading + .4°F)
5. Sample rate: time/sec
6. Auto power off: about 20 minutes
7. low battery indicator
8. Operating environment: 0~50 ° C (32~ 22 ° F), 0~80%RH
9. Storage environment: -20~60°C (-4~ 40 ° F), 0~80%RH
0. Dimension and Weight: 2 (L)x60(W)x30(H)mm, about 80g
. Accessories: DC .5V (AAA) x 3pcs
K-type thermocouple wire x 2pcs
String x pcs
Plastic box x pcs
User manual x pcs.
3. NAMES OF PARTS
3.1. Instrument familiarization
. sensor cover
2. temperature input jack
3. LCD display
4. function key
3.2. LCD Display
The meaning of the symbols represented by the following:
. Indicating it is now in the data-holding state
2. Indication to the high or low temperature setting
3. Indication to the second function key
4. Type of thermocouple
5. Display zone
6. Display zone
7. T -T2/ Average/Maximum/ minimize
8. Indication to back light
9. Temperature units
0. Indication to low voltage of the batteries.

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4. OPERATION INSTRUCTION
*NOTE: After abrupt ambient temperature changes, allow instrument temperature to stabilize for
20 minutes before using for measurement.
. Put the instrument with enough battery power in the hand, press the key to turn the
Power on and enter into the measuring mode.
2. If the instrument is connected to the thermocouple, it will display the thermocouple temperature
of the port T or T2. Otherwise, it will display OL.
3. You can Press the function key to change temperature unit, select T -T2/MAX/MIN/HOLD mode
and K/J type, set Hi/Lo alarm, and store data (refer to “function keys”)
4. Press the key >2 sec. to turn the back light on or off.
5. Press key > 2 sec. To turn the power OFF. If you still need more operations,
please see the description of function keys.
5. FUNCTION KEYS
. key
ON/OFF: Power ON/OFF key: Press the key to turn the Power ON and Press the key once
more > 2sec. to turn the power OFF.
SHIFT second function key: Press the key to enable the second function of the key, and a SHIFT icon
will display on the LCD.
The function of key:
SHIFT disenable: MEM, MODE, UNIT
SHIFT enable: LIMIT, Hi/Lo, TYPE
2. T1-T2 key
Press the key to enforce T -T2 function and the T -T2 icon will display on the LCD.
3.
MEM function: Press the key to store the present reading of T and T2. Five groups of data can be
stored at most.
In the mode of MEM, press the key T1-T2 or UNIT to view the recorded data up and down, and press
the key MODE or HOLD to select T or T2.

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When it is full of five data, OU icon will display on the LCD. If need to store more data, you should
clear all data which have been stored before (in normal mode, press the MEM key >2 sec.,
then a CLEAR icon will display on the LCD)
LIMIT: To enforce Hi/Lo alarm function
When SHIFT is enabled, press the LIMIT key to turn the Hi/Lo alarm ON or OFF.
4. key
Press the key, a icon will display on the LCD and the readout held In. Press the key once more
to cancel the hold function.
Press the key >2 sec. the back light will be turned on, and the icon will display on the LCD.
Press the key once more >2 sec. the light will be turned off, and the icon will disappeard.
5.
UNIT The temperature unit selection.
Press the key to select alternate the two temperature units of °C and °F.
TYPE Select thermocouple type function
When SHIFT is enabled, press the key to select alternate the two thermocouple type of K-type and
J-type.
6.
MODE The maximum/minimum readout setting
Hi/Lo The alarm Hi/Lo temperature setting.
When the main display temperature is higher than Hi temperature setting or lower than Lo
temperature setting the alarm will continue send out.
When SHIFT is enabled, press the Hi/Lo key to enter the Hi/Lo temperature setting:
A. Use SHIFT key to select Hi or Lo setting.
B. Use MODE or HOLD key to move position.
C. Use T -T2 or UNIT key to set temperature.
D. Use SHIFT key to complete the setting.

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The Hi/Lo temperature setting
Typ
e
Hi
Lo
K 300
° C (2372 ° F) -200 ° C (-328 ° F)
J 200
° C (2 92 ° F) -200 ° C (-328 ° F)
7. AUTO POWER OFF SETTING
When the meter is powered on, it is under auto power off mode. The meter will power itself off
after 20 minutes if no key operation. Cancelled auto power off function: press HOLD key when
power on until the LCD display all icons and the buzzer send out a long alarm.
6. MAINTENANCE
. Cleaning Instructions
The meter may be wiped down with a wet sponge or cloth using a mild water based detergent or
anti-bacterial soap and rinsed under a gentle stream of cold water.
NOTE:
This unit is not designed for complete submersion or washing in water.
2. Battery Replacement
Use the following procedure:
When the battery voltage drop below proper operation range the symbol will appear on the
LCD display and the battery Reed to be replaced.
•Press the battery cover and towards arrowhead direction to open the battery cover.
•Replace the battery with three new .5V batteries (AAA).
•Replace the battery cover.