EDTM ShowerGuard RD1661 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
The instrument is powered by a 9-volt alkaline battery (supplied). The
instrument will notify you when the battery is starting to get low. The meter will
continue to operate, as this is just a warning that you will need to replace the
battery in the near future. Once the battery has reached a level that is too low,
the instrument will lock up the display with a “REPLACE BATTERY” message.
To access the battery, remove the battery cover and replace with a new 9-volt
alkaline battery. If the unit is going to be stored for more than a month without
use, we recommend removing the battery during storage.
Do not tamper with the enclosure of the instrument. Opening the enclosure
WILL affect the calibration of the instrument AND will void the warranty.
Do not apply excessive force to the switch. Doing so could affect the
performance of the instrument, especially if excessive force is applied during
testing.
The instrument has been calibrated for testing Guardian ShowerGuard
coatings. Testing of materials other than those listed is not warranted to
produce the correct test results. If you have a custom application, consult the
factory to find out if the product is applicable.
ShowerGuard
DIGITAL Coating Detector
MODEL# RD1661 MADE IN THE USA
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
WARRANTY
USE / MIS-USE
The manufacturer warrants the electronics included in all models of the RD1661 to be free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use and service as specified within the operator's manual. The manufacturer shall
repair or replace the unit within twelve (12) months from the original date of shipment after the unit is returned to the
manufacturers factory, prepaid by the user, and the unit is disclosed to the manufacturers satisfaction, to be thus
defective. This warranty shall not apply to any unit that has been repaired or altered other than by the
manufacturer. The aforementioned provisions do not extend the original warranty period of the unit which has been
repaired or replaced by the manufacturer. Batteries, enclosures, lenses and front panel interface components are
not covered by warranty.
EDTM, Inc. assumes no liability for the consequential damages of any kind through the use or misuse of the
RD1661 product by the purchaser or others. No other obligations or liabilities are expressed or implied. All
damage or liability claims will be limited to an amount equal to the sale price of the RD1661, as established by
EDTM, Inc.
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EDTM, INC.
745 Capital Commons Drive Toledo, Ohio 43615 USA
Ph. 419-861-1030 Fx. 419-861-1031
EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.EDTM.COM
The ShowerGuard Coating Detector allows the user to easily identify the coated
side of a piece of ShowerGuard glass. The meter can test glass in the tempered
or annealed state in production, and can also test the glass once it has been
installed to confirm proper installation. Simply place the meter against the glass
surface and push the button. The results will instantly be displayed on the LCD
screen. The instrument includes a MENU button that allows the user to operate
the meter in SINGLE TEST MODE or FREE RUNNING MODE (continual
measurements). Repeatedly pushing the MENU button will scroll through all of
the available options of the meter. When you find the option you desire, simply
push the Power/Select button and your selection is made.
OTHER PRODUCTS FROM EDTM, INC.
FEATURES
Identify the coated side of the glass
SINGLE TEST mode or FREE RUN continual measurement operating mode
Able to recalibrate the instrument in the field
Backlit LCD display for testing in any light condition
User-friendly LCD display operation with step-by-step directions on how to use
“OPTO-CLEAN” error protection against dirty glass and dirty lens on the meter
Powered by standard 9-volt alkaline battery (included)
Automatic power-down feature to extend battery life
Tactile membrane switches on the front panel

MISCELLANEOUS
OPERATION TEST RESULTS - continued
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POWER
If the user wants to turn the power off manually, you need to press AND HOLD the power button for 2
seconds. After 2 seconds the powering-down screen will appear, and the meter will begin its
countdown to shutting off. You must continue to hold the button down during the countdown to
complete the powering off sequence. If you let up on the button too early, the instrument will resume
operation.
The instrument also has a built-in timer that will automatically power down the product if no button
presses occur for approximately 2 minutes. This energy conservation design helps to extend the life of
the battery in the instrument in case the user forgets to turn it off. To turn the meter back on, simply
push the button.
MAINTENANCE
You will want to occasionally inspect the cleanliness of the viewing window on the back side of the
meter. If you see dust or dirt in the window, please use compressed air to blow it off. If you begin
receiving a large number of error messages during your testing, this may be a sign that the back window
needs cleaned. If there are smudges on the window that do not clean off with compressed air, use a
soft lint-free cloth to wipe the lens. Always use compressed air first to remove any particles that may
scratch the surface of the lens.
To begin, make sure the glass you are testing is clean. Dirty glass or dust and dirt on the surface of the
glass can affect the results of your test. Also make sure the lens on the back side of the meter is clean.
To turn the instrument on, press the momentary power switch on the front of the meter. The display
will direct you to place the meter on the glass you want to test. Place the meter FLAT against the glass.
Your test results will appear on the LCD screen. Here are the various operating modes and features you
can select with the MENU button:
“SINGLE TEST” MODE
Each push of the button will result in one test being done on the surface of glass you are touching. The
meter will not test the opposite side of the glass, rather only the side you are in contact with. The
display will register a measurement of “SURFACE IS COATED” or “SURFACE IS UNCOATED”.
Hold the instrument stationary while conducting the measurement. Single test mode is the most
battery-efficient operating mode and the recommended mode of operation.
“FREE RUN” MODE
In this mode, the meter will continually take measurements. There is no need to continually push the
power button when you want to take a measurement, as the meter will be continually doing so.
Measurements will be updated nearly every second. It should be noted that this operating mode will
tend to shorten the life of the battery, as the electronics are powered for a much longer period of time,
as opposed to single test mode.
CALIBRATE
If the coating you are testing has changed in chemistry, or if the warning message on the display has
encouraged you to recalibrate, select this option. Before beginning, be sure to clean the back lens of
the meter, and find a clean sample of the Guardian ShowerGuard coating.
Using an annealed piece of glass will cause an incorrect calibration to occur and the
meter will not accurately identify the coated side of tempered ShowerGuard glass. To complete the
calibration, follow the instructions on the display to take a measurement on both sides of the tempered
Guardian ShowerGuard sample. The meter will indicate if the calibration was successful or not. If the
calibration was not successful, the display will show you what error occurred during the calibration
process. If an error occurs, check to see that the meter lens is clean, and that your tempered Guardian
ShowerGuard sample is valid and clean.
USE PREV. CAL
If you do not like the new calibration that you performed, you can restore the previous calibration that
was stored in the instrument.
USE FACTORY
If you want to return the meter to the calibration that was originally shipped in the meter as new from
the factory, make this selection.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
YOU MUST USE A TEMPERED PIECE OF SHOWERGUARD GLASS FOR ANY CALIBRATION
PROCEDURE.
“PLEASE CLEAN BACK LENS”
This message will appear if the meter has determined that its back lens may be dirty. Simply use
compressed air to blow off any dirt or dust from the back lens of the meter. This message is the first
level of warning that your meter may need to be cleaned.
“MUST CLEAN BACK LENS”
This message is the second level of warning that indicates the meter has a back lens that needs to be
cleaned. The validity of your test results could be affected soon. Clean the back lens of the meter.
“MUST CLEAN AND/OR RECAL”
If the meter has been neglected and the back lens has continually been degrading in cleanliness, this
message will appear. Once this message appears, the validity of test results would be jeopardized, and
the meter will NOT allow test results to be shown. Before any re-calibration is performed, it is
pertinent that the back lens of the meter is cleaned first. This may be all that is needed to get the
meter performing correctly again. Try cleaning the lens first and then test the meter again. If the
same warning message appears, then it is necessary to recalibrate the instrument. Find a clean sample
of ShowerGuard glass and choose RECALIBRATE in the MENU system. Before re-
calibrating, make sure the glass sample is valid and clean.
“CLEAN & RE-TEST”
This result screen will show up if the measurement was not in the range anticipated by the meter. This
typically happens when the glass is dirty. Clean the glass and test again. If this does not correct the
problem, you may want to clean the back lens of the instrument by using compressed air to blow off
the lens. If smudges still remain, use a lint-free cloth to wipe the smudges from the lens.
“KEEP METER FLAT ON GLASS DURING TEST”
If you pick up the meter or the instrument is not setting flat against the glass during the test, this error
message will occur. The instrument is monitoring the measurement and if it determines that the
meter has been pulled away from the surface of glass, it will display this message and ask you to start a
new test.
TEMPERED
“SURFACE IS” . . . . . . . .
One of the following screens will appear after a successful test:
SURFACE IS COATED: surface 1 contains Guardian ShowerGuard coating
SURFACE IS UNCOATED: surface 1 does not contain Guardian ShowerGuard coating
Please note, the meter will make NO attempt to identify any coatings on surface #2.
TEST RESULTS