Carsys DPM-816 PRO User manual

Digital Electronic Coating
Thickness Gauge
DPM-816 PRO
USER MANUAL
EN-01.11.19

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Contents
-Device controls
3
-Introduction
5
-Purpose
6
-Application
6
-Device care
7
-Cleaning the device
8
-Storage conditions
8
-Display
8
-Sound signal
8
-Sensor
9
-Included in the set
9
-Getting started
9
-Installing the battery
10
-Low battery indicator
10
-Turning on/off the device
10
-Turning on/off the backlight
11
-Operating modes
12
-Units of measurement
13

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-Taking the measurement
13
-Calibration
15
-Zero deviation calibration (one-point calibration)
16
-Removing calibrations
17
-Two-point calibration
18
-Six-point calibration
19
-Checking the car body
22
-Specifications
23
-Possible malfunctions and suggested remedies
25
-Warranty
26
Device controls
"MODE" button
-Switches the operating mode
-Increases the thickness during calibration
-Switches on two-point calibration
-Switches on six-point calibration of ferrous metals
"POWER" button
-Turns on (off) the device
-Turns on (off) the display backlight
-Switches to the next point of calibration, and saves calibration
"UNIT" button

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-Switches the unit of measurement
-Decreases the thickness during calibration
-Resets zero deviation and two-point calibrations
-Switches on six-point calibration of non-ferrous metals

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Introduction
Dear owner of the digital coating thickness gauge (referred to as
"the device" from this point), we congratulate you with the
purchase of the device of Russian origin.
We are confident that the device will be useful to you, and last a
long time.
For correct and optimal use of the device, read this manual
carefully.
This model has the following features:
-Accurate coating thickness measurement on ferrous, non-
ferrous and galvanized metals
-Measurement on convex and concave surfaces
-Measurement on galvanized surfaces
-Measurement of deviation from a sample
-Wide range of measurement up to 3000µm (118 Mils)
-Measurement in millimeters, mils, and micrometers
-Wide operating temperature range, -25 to 40ºC (-14 to 40 F)
with automatic calibration adjustment
-Informative LCD display with backlight
-Sensor pressure stabilization
-Automatic metal type recognition (Fe/nFe)
-Automatic and manual selection of measurement methods
-Measurement using magnetic induction and eddy current
-Power supplied through one AAA battery at 1.5 volts
-Low battery indicator

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-Small and convenient size
-Automatically turns off power and backlight
-5 modes for various measurement conditions
-Independent calibration using one, two or six points of
reference, saved to non-volatile memory of the device
-Simple, intuitive controls with 3 buttons
-Distinct sound signal for each measurement method and
button press
-Complies with industry standards
-3 year factory warranty
Purpose
The device is designed to measure coating thickness:
Magnetic induction method - thickness of various dielectric
(paint, plastic, primer, etc.) and electrically conductive, non-
magnetic surfaces (aluminum, zinc, chrome, copper) on a ferrous
metal substrate (steel, iron).
Eddy current method - thickness of various dielectric coatings
(paint, plastic, primer, etc.) on a non-ferrous metal substrate
(aluminum, zinc, copper, etc.)
Application
Process control of application of paint or other protective coatings
in service centers and in manufacturing.

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Diagnostics of the car body to assess its condition.
For example: when buying a car, before repairing dents without
paint (PDR), or scratch removal.
Device care
Please keep in mind that the device is a high precision measuring
instrument. Avoid dropping the device and subjecting it to
mechanical impact.
The device is protected against moisture, but is not waterproof. It
must not be used underwater or in heavy rain. If the surface of the
device accidentally gets wet, wipe off the moisture with a soft, dry
piece of cloth.
Do not use the device near sources of strong magnetic fields or in
the presence of strong radio waves. They can impact the
performance and measurement accuracy of the device.
Do not leave the device exposed to high temperatures, such as in
a car, exposed to direct sunlight. Disassembling the device is
forbidden.
If the device is brought from a cold to a warm environment,
condensation may form on its surface and its internals. To avoid
condensation, first place the device in a plastic bag. Before
removing the device from the bag, wait for it to warm up.
Should condensation form, do not use the device. Wait until all
the condensate evaporates.

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Cleaning the device
To remove dust from the device case or the sensor, use a soft,
dry cloth. Do not use cleaning agents containing organic solvents.
Storage conditions
Store the device in a warm and dry place away from direct
sunlight. Do not leave the battery inside the device during long
term storage.
Do not leave the device near strong sources of magnetic fields,
for example, near magnets, power supplies or electric motors.
Do not store the device in hot, humid or dusty environments, or in
environments containing corrosive chemical substances.
Display
The device has an informative LCD display with a backlight that
automatically turns off. It shows the coating thickness, mode,
method, measurement units and other parameters.
Although the LCD display is manufactured using FSTN
technology with a wide operating temperature range, it may
refresh slower in low and high temperatures.
Sound signal
The device has a distinct sound signal for each measurement
method. This allows the user to quickly identify the type of metal

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substrate under the coating when measuring in automatic mode,
without having to look at the display.
Sensor
To increase the accuracy of measurements and to enable
measurements on convex and concave surfaces, the device uses
a sensor constructed to stabilize the pressure on its sensitive tip
against the surface, as well as a spherical form for its sensitive tip.
The sensitive part of the sensor is made of high-strength heat-
treated steel, and the area of contact with the measured surface is
less than 1 mm².
Do not apply mechanical stress to the sensor. Do not attempt to
extract the sensor from the device, and do not rotate it. This may
interfere with the correct operation of the device.
Included in the set
First of all, make sure that the following items are present:
-Coating thickness gauge
-Aluminum and steel base plates for calibration
-Two sample plastic plates for calibration
-User manual
Getting started
To get started, you need to install one alkaline battery type AAA,
1.5 volts.

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Before first use, or in case the device has not been used for an
extended period, as well as to increase the measurement
accuracy, you need to calibrate the device using one, two or six
points of reference.
Installing the battery
Open the battery cover, shifting the cover with your thumb in the
direction of the arrow.Insert the battery, taking note of the
polarity.Close the battery cover until it clicks.
Low battery indicator
The device consumes very low power, and can last an extremely
long time from a single battery without a backlight.
When the battery eventually loses its capacity and does not
supply enough power, the top right corner of the display will show
a low battery indicator.
-Do not use the device with a low battery!
Turning on the device
To turn on the device, press and hold the button for 2
seconds until the device emits a sound signal.
After turning it on, the display will show "8888".