Elcometer 456 Model E User manual

Operating Instructions
The New Elcometer 456
Coating Thickness Gauge
Product Manual
456 Dry Film Thickness Gauge
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Copyright 2016 Burwell Technologies

Gauge Dimensions: 141 x 73 x 37mm (5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46").
Gauge Weight: Integral: 156g (5.5oz) including batteries;
Separate: 161g (5.68oz) including batteries.
Applicable patents: US6243 661; US5886522; US6762603; US7606671;
GB2306009; GB2367135; GB2342450, DE10131827
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GAUGE OVER
VIEW AND BOX CONTENTS...........................................................
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2
GETTING ST
AR
TED.................................................................................................
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T
AKING A
READING.................................................................................................
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4
CALIBRA
TING THE GAUGE....................................................................................
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THE DISPLA
Y...........................................................................................................
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THE GAUGE FEA
TURES.........................................................................................
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MEASUREMENT
MODES (ST)................................................................................
25
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BA
TCHING (ST)........................................................................................................
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DOWNLOADING DA
TA USING ELCOMASTER (BST)............................................
35
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ELCOMASTER MOBILE
APPS (ST)........................................................................
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CLOUD COMPUTING USING ELCOMASTER (ST)................................................
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GETTING
THE MOST OUT OF ELCOMASTER......................................................
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13
CALIBRA
TING THE ELCOMETER 456 (EBST).......................................................
60
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CHANGING THE WELCOME SCREEN (BST).........................................................
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GAUGE FIRMW
ARE UPDATES (BST)....................................................................
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GAUGE ICONS & ERROR CODES (EBST).............................................................
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GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES (EBST)...................................................................
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ABOUT
IMO PSPC (ST)...........................................................................................
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GAUGE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (EBST)....................................................
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PROBE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (EBST).....................................................
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GAUGE & PROBE
ACCESSORIES (EBST)............................................................
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ADDITIONAL
REFERENCE INFORMATION...........................................................
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LEGAL
NOTICES & REGULATORY INFORMATION..............................................
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INDEX.......................................................................................................................
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WELCOME
Thank you for your purchase of this Elcometer 456 Coating
Thickness Gauge. Welcome to Elcometer.
Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of
coatings inspection equipment. Our products cover all aspects of
coating inspection, from development through application to post
application inspection.
The Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge is a world beating
product. With the purchase of this gauge you now have access to the
worldwide service and support network of Elcometer.
For more information visit www.elcometer.com
ABOUT YOUR GAUGE
The Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge is a handheld gauge for
fast and accurate measurement of the thickness of coatings on metal
substrates.
The gauge is available in four models; Model E, B, S and T.
This manual describes the operation of all the Elcometer 456 models
and indicates, where necessary, which specific model(s) the feature is
available on in brackets after the feature.
All versions of the gauge feature an easy-to-use menu driven
graphical interface which guides the user through tasks such as
gauge configuration and calibration adjustment.
The gauge is available either with a built-in integral probe or as a
separate probe version. A wide range of probes is available to suit
requirements.
CONVENTIONS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The Elcometer 456 is operated using a simple menu structure which
helps you get the most from your gauge.
As an example, the Languages option is located within Setup which is
under the Menu softkey and is shown in these instructions as:
Menu/Setup/Language
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Packaging
The gauge is packed in cardboard packaging. Please ensure that this
packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner.
Please Consult your Local Environmental Authority for further
guidance.
1 GAUGE OVERVIEW AND BOX CONTENTS
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1 LED Indicators - Red (left), Green (right)
2 Colour Screen
3 Multifunction Softkeys
4 On/Off Key
5 Internal Probe / Separate Probe Connection
6 USB Data Output Socket (below cover)
7 Battery Compartment (¼ turn open/close)
8 Wrist Strap Connection
Box Contents
§ Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge
§ Calibration Foils (Integral gauges)
§ Test Certificate
§ Wrist Harness
§ Protective Case (B, S & T models)
§ Transit Case (T model)
§ 1 x Screen Protector (S & T models)
§ 2 x AA Batteries
§
USB Cable & ElcoMaster™ Software
(S & T models)
§ User Guide
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2 GETTING STARTED
Fitting the batteries
Your gauge is supplied with batteries ready to fit. To insert or
replace the batteries:
1. Lift the latch at the back of the gauge and
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rotate anticlockwise.
2. Remove the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert 2 batteries (type LR6/AA) taking care to
ensure correct battery polarity.
4. Replace battery compartment cover and rotate
the latch clockwise to close.
The battery condition is indicated by a symbol in the top right of the
display:
• Full symbol (orange) = batteries at full capacity
• Empty symbol (red, flashing) = batteries at lowest sustainable
level
To maximise battery life, ensure that Auto Screen Brightness is
selected, or the screen brightness is low via Menu/Setup/Screen
Settings/Screen Brightness and the Bluetooth is disabled (if you
are not using it) via Menu/Bluetooth and uncheck the Enable
Bluetooth radio button.
Connecting the probe (separate gauges only)
1. Rotate the probe plug to align the pins
2. Screw in the collar - clockwise
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Fitting the wrist harness
A wrist harness is supplied with each gauge. This can be fitted into the
right hand side of the gauge using the wrist strap connection. To fit the
harness, pass the harness loop through the wrist strap connection,
pass the main wrist harness through the loop and pull.
Switching the gauge on/off
ŸTo switch on, press on/off key for more than 0.5 seconds.
ŸTo switch off, press and hold on/off key until the screen blanks.
The gauge will switch off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.
To switch off this feature, press Menu/Setup and uncheck the Gauge
Auto Off radio button.
Selecting a language
When the gauge is switched on for the first time after dispatch from the
Elcometer factory the display will show the language selection screen:
1. Select your language using the éê softkeys
2. Follow the on screen menus
To access the language menu when in a foreign language:
1. Switch the gauge OFF
2. Press and hold the left softkey and switch the gauge ON
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3. Select your language using the softkeys
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The language can also be changed via Menu/Setup/Language
Selecting units
The Elcometer 456 can display readings in both metric and imperial
measurement units (microns, millimetres, mils or inches).
The appropriate measurement unit can be changed via
Menu/Setup/Units
Adjusting the beep volume
Each time a measurement is taken, the gauge will beep. The beep
volume can be adjusted and can even be switched off via
Menu/Setup/Beep Volume
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3 TAKING A READING
1. Hold the gauge (integral) or the probe by its sleeve (separate gauge)
2. To take a reading, bring the probe down onto the surface whilst
holding it perpendicular
3. For subsequent readings, lift the probe off and then replace it onto
the coated surface
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DO
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Hold the probe by the probe sleeve
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Gently place the probe onto the surface
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Allow the sleeve to make contact with the
surface - to improve accuracy
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DO NOT
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Drag the probe over the coated surface
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Bang the probe down hard onto the surface
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Allow the probe to hover over the surface as
this could result in a false reading
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4 CALIBRATING THE GAUGE
Calibration adjustment is the process of setting the gauge to known values
of thickness to ensure accuracy on different substrate types, shapes and
surface finishes.
The calibration of the gauge can be adjusted using several different
methods for use in accordance with National and International Standards
and the calibration adjustment method chosen depends on the condition
of the substrate to be measured.
1. Press the Cal softkey
2. For alternative calibration methods,
select Cal/Cal Method
3. Select Calibrate and follow the on-screen
instructions
4. When prompted place the probe on the
centre of the foil(s) or on the uncoated
metal substrate
Foils can also be stacked to increase the thickness value.
The calibration method is indicated on the screen by a symbol - see
Multiple Calibration Methods on page 18.
Not all calibration methods are available for all gauge types. For a
comprehensive guide to each calibration method and the calibration
adjustment process see Multiple Calibration Methods on page 18.
When using an FNF probe it must be calibrated in both the ferrous mode
and in the non-ferrous mode to ensure accuracy of reading.
When using an Ultra/Scan probe in Scan Mode or Auto Repeat Mode
(see Measurement Modes on page 25), it must be calibrated using either
the Smooth or Rough/2 Point calibration method - see Multiple
Calibration Methods on page 18.
For more information on calibrating the Elcometer 456, see page 60.
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5 THE DISPLAY
The Elcometer 456 gauge has a colour display:
• White characters: All measurement and statistical values.
• Orange characters: All menu items, statistical parameters and
symbols.
• Red: A measurement value which is outside set limits; a limit symbol
when the limit value has been exceeded (Model S & T).
• - - - indicates reading outside range of probe.
If you see the Cal softkey flashing, the gauge should be calibrated.
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