Hanna Instruments Checktemp series User manual

InstructionManual
Checktemp
Pocket-sized
Thermometers
with Cal-Check®
SPECIFICATIONS
Range -50.0 to 150.0°C
-58.0 to 302.0°F
Resolution 0.1°C / 0.1°F
Accuracy ±0.3°C (-20 to 90°C)
±0.5°C (outside)
±0.5°F (-4 to 194°F)
±1°F (outside)
Typical EMC Deviation
±0.3°C / ±0.5°F
Environment 0 to 50ºC (32 to 122ºF);
RH max 95%
Battery Type 1 x 1.5V alkaline
Battery Life approx. 3000 hours
of continuous use
Dimensions 66 x 50 x 25 mm
(2.6 x 2 x 1")
Weight 50 g (1.8 oz.)
WARRANTY
This meter is warranted for one year against defects in
workmanship and materials when used for its intended
purpose and maintained according to instructions.
This warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of
charge. Damages due to accident, misuse, tampering or
lack of prescribed maintenance are not covered.
If service is required, contact the dealer from whom you
purchased the instrument. If under warranty, report the
model number, date of purchase, serial number and the
nature of the failure. If the repair is not covered by the
warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred.
If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments,
first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization Number from
the Customer Service department and then send it with
shipment costs prepaid.
When shipping any instrument, make sure it is properly
packaged for complete protection.
Recommendations for Users
Before using this product, make sure that it is entirely suit-
able for the environment in which it is used. Operation of
this instrument in residential areas could cause unaccept-
able interferences to radio and TV equipment. Any varia-
tion introduced by the user to the supplied equipment may
degrade the instrument’s EMC performance. To avoid elec-
trical shock, do not use these instruments when voltages at
the measurement surface exceed 24 VAC or 60 VDC.
To avoid damages or burns, do not perform any measure-
ment in microwave ovens.
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AVAILABLE MODELS
HI 98501 ChecktempC (°C reading)
and HI 98502 ChecktempF (°F read-
ing) are provided with a stainless-
steel penetration probe.
HI 98505 ChecktempLC (°C reading)
and HI 98502 ChecktempLF (°F read-
ing) are provided with a stainless-
steel probe for liquid measurement.

OPERATION
• Turn the meter ON.
• Dip the probe into the sample to be
measured. An immersion level of 4 cm
(1 ½") is recommended. Do NOT im-
merse above the connector.
• Wait for a few seconds for the display to
stabilize.
• When not in use, switch the meter OFF. ISTCKTMR2 06/05
• Variations in readings or fading display
can indicate a weak battery.
CALIBRATION CHECK®
Open the battery
cover and slide
down the Cal-
Check®switch.
The display should show 0.0°C ±0.3°C
or 32°F ±0.5°F. This assures the user that
the reading is reliable and accurate.
Contact your dealer or the nearest Hanna
Service Center for recalibration, if neces-
sary.
Slide the Cal-Check®switch back up and
close the battery cover. The meter returns
to measurement mode.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Whenthethermometercannotbeswitched
on or the display fades, open the battery
compartment(see pic-
ture) and replace the
1.5V battery, while
payingattention to its
polarity.
Reattach the battery
cover.
Battery should only be replaced in a safe
area using the battery type specified in this
instruction sheet.
MEASUREMENT
MODE
CALIBRATION
CHECK
MODE