Futech TEMPPOINTER 9 User manual

Thank you for purchasing the Futech Temppointer 9. This device is designed for
non-contact (infrared) temperature measurements at the touch of a button. The
build in laser pointer increases target accuracy while the backlight LCD and handy
push-buttons combine for convenient, ergonomic operations.
The Temppointer 9 can be used to measure the temperature of objects’ surface
that is improper to be measured by traditional (contact) thermometer, such as
moving objects, the surface with electricity current or objects which are uneasy to
be touched.
Proper use and care of this meter will provide years of reliable service.
TEMPPOINTER 9
infrared thermometer

DESCRIPTION
1. Laser hole
2. Infrared (IR) sensor
3. LCD Display
4. Laser button / Up button (for EMS, High Alarm, Low Alarm)
5. SET button (Settings)
6. Backlight / Down button (for EMS, High Alarm, Low Alarm)
7. TYPE-K input
8. Built-in screw for tripod 1/4”
9. Lanyard hole
10. Measurement trigger
11. Handle grip
12. Battery cover
A. Scan symbol
B. Hold symbol
C. Laser “ON” symbol
D. High Alarm symbol
E. Low Alarm symbol
F. °C / °F symbol
G. Low power symbol
H. Emissivity symbol
I. Emissivity value
J. Temperature values for the MAX / MIN / AVG / DIG / TYPE-K
K. Symbols for MAX / MIN / AVG / DIF
L. TYPE-K symbol
M. Current Temperature Value
FEATURES
· Rapid detection functions
· Precise non-contact measurements
· Circular laser indication of measurement zone
· Unique at surface, modern housing design
· IP54 rated for dust/waterproof
· 2m drop tested
· Automatic Data Hold
· Emissivity Digitally adjustable from 0,10 to 1,0
· MAX, MIN, AVG, DIF temperature displays
· Backlight LCD display
· Automatic selection range and Display Resolution 0,1°C (0,1°F)
· Set high and low alarms
· Type-K input
WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATION
Food preparation, Safety and Fire inspectors, Plastic mouldings, Asphalt, Ma-
rine and Screen printing, measure ink and dryer temperature, thermography’s,
HVAC/R, Diesel and Fleet maintenance.
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SAFETY
Use extreme caution when the laser beam is turned on.
Do not let the beam enter your eyes, another person’s eyes or the eyes of an an-
imal. Be careful that reections of the beam (on a reective surface) do not strike
your eyes.
Do not aim the laser beam at any gas that may explode.
Please read the complete safety instructions in the booklet delivered with this
device.
HOW IT WORKS
Infrared thermometers measure the surface temperature of an object. The unit’s
optics sense emitted, reected and transmitted energy, which is collected and
focused onto a detector. The unit’s electronics translate the information into a
temperature reading, which is displayed on the display. The laser in this device is
used for aiming purposes only.
FIELD OF VIEW
Make sure the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target, the
closer you should go to make your measurement. When accuracy is critical, make
sure the target is at least twice as large as the spot size.
DISTANCE & SPOT SIZE
As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area meas-
ured by the Temppointer 9 becomes larger.
The relationship between distance and spot size for this unit is 16:1. This means
that when measuring at a distance of 16cm of the object, the measuring surface
has approximately a diameter of 1cm.
MEASUREMENT OPERATION
· Hold the meter by its handle grip and point it towards the surface to be meas-
ured.
· Pull and hold the trigger (10) to turn the meter on and begin testing. The SCAN
symbol (A) will appear on the LCD display. As long as the trigger isn’t released,
temperatures will be scanned.
To locate a hot-spot: Aim the thermometer outside the area of interest. Scan
across with an up and down motion until you locate a hot spot.
· If there appears nothing on the screen, please check the batteries.
· Release the trigger and the HOLD symbol (B) will appear on the LCD display.
This indicates the last temperature measurements stays available in the device.
· The meter will automatically power down approximately 10 seconds after the
trigger is released.
NOTE
·An infrAred thermometer must AdApt to Ambient temperAture. this mAy tAke
up to 30 minutes to Adjust to high temperAture fluctuAtions. so, wAit A few
minutes between meAsuring A hot And cold object.
·An infrAred thermometer cAnnot be meAsured through trAnspArent surfAces
(eg. glAss). he will then meAsure the temperAture of the glAss.
·steAm, dust, smoke ... mAke meAsurements with An infrAred thermometer less
AccurAte to unreliAble.
EXTRA FUNCTIONS
· As long as the HOLD symbol (B) is visible on the screen, pushing the Laser but-
ton / Up button (4) will switch on or off the laser indication.
768 mm
384 mm
192 mm
Ø12 mm
Ø24 mm
Ø48 mm
LASER OFF
LASER ON

· As long as the HOLD symbol (B) is visible on the screen, pushing the Backlight /
Down button (6) will switch on or off the backlight of the LCD display.
· As long as the HOLD symbol (B) is visible on the screen, pushing the SET button
(5) will show you MAX / MIN / AVG / DIF values during the last measurement
(after pushing the measurement trigger (10)).
MAX Maximum value of last measurement
MIN Minimum value of last measurement
AVG Average value of last measurement
DIF Difference between MAX and MIN value of last measurement
· As long as the SCAN symbol (A) is visible on the display and the TYPE-K ther-
mocouple is connected, the Type-K symbol (L) is visible on the display. The
display will show the temperature measured by the Type-K probe automatically
and only in the lower left quarter (J) of the display. In this case, it isn’t possible to
change to MAX / MIN / AVG / DIF!
pleAse note thAt the current temperAture vAlue (m) on the displAy is the tem-
perAture meAsured by the infrAred sensor (2).
SETTINGS
Press the SET button (4) for approx. 3 seconds to enter the settings. The Emissiv-
ity-symbol (H) starts to blink (rst step of the settings). Each time you press SET
button (5) shortly, you jump to the next item of the settings menu. (The picture on
the right shows the sequence of the items in the settings menu.)
1. Emissivity [EMS]
The amount of infrared energy radiated by an object is proportional to the
temperature of the object and the ability of the material to radiate energy.
This ability refers to “radiation coefcient” or “emissivity”. Emissivity is the
ratio of the average emission power to a black radiator at the same temper-
ature. Emission is for materials between 0.10 and 1.00. Materials with low
emissivity (<0.60) emit little energy, typically for materials with a shiny, light
surface (e.g. metals). Materials with high emissivity (>0.90) emit much energy,
typically for matte, dark areas. The lower the emissivity, the more difcult it is
to measure accurately. (Check the emissivity table on the last page)
Most (90% of typical applications) organic materials and painted or oxidized
surfaces have an emissivity of 0,95 (pre-set in the unit). Inaccurate readings
will result from measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces.
To compensate, cover the surface to be measured with masking tape of at
black paint. Allow time for the tape to reach the same temperature as the ma-
terial underneath it. Measure the temperature of the tape or painted surface.
If the emissivity symbol (H) is blinking, you can set the emissivity value with
the up button (4) and/or the down button (6).
MAX
MIN
AVG
DIF
EMS
°C / °F
H.AL ON/OFF
H.AL
L.AL ON/OFF
L.AL
3 sec.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
OK

2. °C/°F
This device can show the measured temperature in °C or in °F
If the °C or the °F symbol (F) is blinking, you can change the measuring unit
by using the up button (4) and/or the down button (6).
3. High Alarm Level (H.AL) On/Off
You can set a High Alarm Level if you want the Temppointer 9 attends you
when the measured temperature is above the H.AL temperature you’ve set.
If the H.AL symbol (D) is blinking, and “on” or “off” is on the screen, you can
set the H.AL function on or off by using the up button (4) and/or the down
button (6).
4. High Alarm Level (H.AL)
You can choose the maximum allowed temperature. If the measured temper-
ature is above this temperature and de H.AL function is ON (see step 3), the
Temppointer 9 attends you by making a sound and a blinking H.AL symbol
(D). Temperatures can set between -50 to 800°C (-58 to 1472°F).
If the H.AL symbol (D) is blinking, and a value is on the screen, you can
change the High Alarm Level by using the up button (4) and/or the down
button (6).
5. Low Alarm Level (L.AL) On/Off
You can set a Low Alarm Level if you want the Temppointer 9 attends you
when the measured temperature is under the L.AL temperature you’ve set.
If the L.AL symbol (E) is blinking, and “on” or “off” is on the screen, you can
set the L.AL function on or off by using the up button (4) and/or the down
button (6).
6. Low Alarm Level (L.AL)
You can choose the minimum allowed temperature. If the measured temper-
ature is under this temperature and de L.AL function is ON (see step 5), the
Temppointer 9 attends you by making a sound and a blinking L.AL symbol
(E). Temperatures can set between -50 to 800°C (-58 to 1472°F).
If the L.AL symbol (E) is blinking, and a value is on the screen, you can
change the Low Alarm Level by using the up button (4) and/or the down
button (6).
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the battery power gets to low, the Low power symbol (G) will appear on the
display. Replacement of the 2x AAA batteries is required.
Open the battery cover (12), then take out the batteries and replace them with
new ones. (Pay attention to the batteries polarity.) Put the batterycover back in
place.
MAINTENANCE
Repairs or services are not covered in this manual and should only be carried out
by qualied trained technicians.
Periodically, wipe the body with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents on
this instrument.
For service, use only manufacturer’s specied parts.

SPECIFICATIONS
·tk temperAture
Range: -50 to 1370°C -58 to 2498°F
Display resolutions: 0,1°C < 1000; 1°C > 1000 0,1°F < 1000; 1°F > 1000
Accuracy: ±2°C at -50 to 0°C
±0,5% of reading
±1,5°C at 0 to 1370°C
±3,6°F at -58 to 32°F
±0,5% of reading
±3°F at 32 to 2498°F
·ir temperAture
Range: -50 to 800°C -58 to 1472°F
D:S 16:1
Display resolutions: 0,1°C < 1000; 1°C > 1000 0,1°F < 1000; 1°F > 1000
Accuracy:
(assumes ambient oper-
ating temperature of
23 to 25°C / 73 to 77°F)
-50 to 20°C ±3,5°C
20 to 300°C ±1%
300 to 800°C ±1,5%
-58 to 68°F ±6,3°F
68 to 572°F ±1%
572 to 1472°F ±1,5%
Repeatability: -50 to 20°C: ±1,8°C
20 to 800°C: ±0,5% or ±0,5°C
-31 to 68°F: ±3,2°F
68 to 1472°F: ±0,5% or ±0,9°F
Response time: 150ms
Spectral Response 8~14µm
Emissivity Digitally adjustable from 0,10 to 1,0
Out of range indication: LCD display will show “----”
Polarity Automatic (no indication for positive polarity)
Minus (-) sign for negative polarity
Diode laser Class 2 laser product, Output <1mW, Wavelength 630-670nm
Operating temperature 0 to 50°C 32 to 122°F
Storage temperature -10 to 60°C 14 to 140°F
Relative humidity 10%~90%RH (operating)
<80%RH (storage)
Power supply 2x 1,5V AAA batteries
Futech is a registered brand of Laseto NV, Belgium.
Futech declares that the Temppointer 9
is in conformity with the following standards:
· EN61326-1:2013
· EN61326-2-2:2013
following the provisions of Directive:
· 2014/30/EU
Tested by Bureau Veritas Shenzen Co., Ltd. / Dongguan Branch
Certicate number CE190311N034
·emissivity vAlues
ASPHALT 0,90 - 0,98
CONCRETE 0,94
CEMENT 0,96
SAND 0,90
SOIL/EARTH 0,92 - 0,96
WATER 0,92 - 0,96
ICE 0,96 - 0,98
SNOW 0,83
GLASS 0,90 - 0,95
CERAMIC 0,90 - 0,94
MARBLE 0,94
PLASTER 0,80 - 0,90
MORTAR 0,89 - 0,91
BRICK 0,93 - 0,96
CLOTH (BLACK) 0,98
SKIN (HUMAN) 0,98
LEATHER 0,75 - 0,80
CHARCOAL (POWDER) 0,96
LACQUER 0,80 - 0,95
LACQUER (MATT) 0,97
RUBBER (BLACK) 0,94
PLASTIC 0,85 - 0,95
TIMBER 0,90
PAPER 0,70 - 0,94
CHROMIUM OXIDES 0,81
COPPER OXIDES 0,78
IRON OXIDES 0,78 - 0,82
TEXTILES 0,90