Parkside PLDM A1 User manual

IAN 376305_2104
PAINT THICKNESS
GAUGE
Operation and safety notes
LAKKVASTAGSÁG-MÉRŐ
KÉSZÜLÉK
Kezelési és biztonsági utalások
MERILNIK GOSTOTE
LAKA
Navodila za upravljanje in
varnostna opozorila
ZAŘÍZENÍ NA MĚŘENÍ
TLOUŠŤKY LAKU
Pokyny pro obsluhu a
bezpečnostní pokyny
ZARIADENIE NA
MERANIE HRÚBKY LAKU
Pokyny pre obsluhu a
bezpečnostné pokyny
LACKDICKEN-
MESSGERÄT
Bedienungs- und
Sicherheitshinweise
PAINT THICKNESS GAUGE
PLDMA1

GB Operation and safety notes Page 5
HU Kezelési és biztonsági utalások Oldal 31
SI Navodila za upravljanje in varnostna opozorila Stran 59
CZ Pokyny pro obsluhu a bezpečnostní pokyny Strana 85
SK Pokyny pre obsluhu a bezpečnostné pokyny Strana 111
DE/AT/CH Bedienungs- und Sicherheitshinweise Seite 138

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1.76±0.02mm

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Warnings and symbols used ....... Page 7
Introduction .......................... Page 9
Intended use............................ Page 9
Scope of delivery........................ Page 9
Description of parts ...................... Page 10
Technical data .......................... Page 10
Safety instructions................... Page 12
Safety instructions for batteries/
rechargeable batteries.................... Page 15
Before first use ....................... Page 18
Insert/replace battery .................... Page 18
Preparing the product .................... Page 19
Operation............................. Page 19
Switching on/off ........................ Page 19
Measuring ............................. Page 20
Calibration ............................. Page 22

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Troubleshooting...................... Page 25
Cleaning and maintenance ......... Page 27
Disposal............................... Page 27
Warranty ............................. Page 28
Warranty claim procedure................. Page 29
Service ................................ Page 30

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Warnings and symbols used
The following warnings are used in the instruction manual,
short manual, on the packaging and on the rating label:
This symbol means that the operating instructions
must be observed when using the product.
DANGER! This symbol in combination with the
signal word “Danger” marks a high-risk hazard
that if not prevented could result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING! This symbol in combination with
the signal word “Warning” marks a medium-risk
hazard that if not prevented could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION! This symbol in combination with the
signal word “Caution” marks a low-risk hazard
that if not prevented could result in minor or
moderate injury.

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ATTENTION! This symbol with the signal
word “Attention” indicates a possible property
damage.
NOTE: This symbol in combination with “Note”
provides additional useful information.
Danger – risk of explosion!
This mandatory sign indicates to wear suitable
protective gloves! Follow the instructions of this
warning to avoid hand injuries caused by objects
or contact with hot or chemical materials.
Direct current/voltage
Battery (Button cell) included
Safety information
Instructions for use
CE mark indicates conformity with relevant
EU directives applicable for this product.

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PAINT THICKNESS GAUGE
Introduction
We congratulate you on the purchase of your new product.
You have chosen a high quality product. The instructions for
use are part of the product. They contain important information
concerning safety, use and disposal. Before using the product,
please familiarise yourself with all of the safety information and
instructions for use. Only use the product as described and for
the specified applications. If you pass the product on to anyone
else, please ensure that you also pass on all the documentation
with it.
Intended use
The product is suitable for measurement of thickness of non-
conductive, non-magnetic coatings on iron, steel or aluminum
of a vehicle. This product is intended for personal use. Not for
commercial use.
Scope of delivery
1 Aluminium (naked) substrate*
1 Calibration plate (1.76±0.02mm)
1 Button cell CR 2032 (3 V)
1 Short manual

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* NOTE: Naked substrate means metal substrate without
any paint coating on the surface.
Description of parts
[1] Probe
[2] Display
[3] TESTbutton
[4] UNITbutton
[5] Lid
[6] Battery compartment
[7] Calibration plate
[8] Naked substrate
Technical data
Measuring range: 0.00mm–2.20mm or
0.00mil–86.00mil
Resolution: 0.01mm/0.1mil
Overrange indication: OL shown on the display
Measurement accuracy
oFor measurements in NFe or Fe test mode in which the
product has been properly calibrated: ±0.05mm

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oFor measurements in AUTOtest mode and on object with
aluminium substrate: ± (2% of reading +0.05mm)
oFor measurements in AUTOtest mode and on object with
steel substrate: ± (10% of reading +0.10mm)
NOTE
The above accuracy specifications assume that the
operating temperature is +23ºC (±5ºC) and the
operating relative humidity is ≤75%.
Power supply: 1×button cell CR 2032 (3 V)
Operating environment: Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
Relative humidity: ≤ 80%
Temperature coefficient: 0.15× (2% of reading ±0.05mm)/
ºC (<18ºC or >28ºC)
Storage environment: Temperature: –10°C to +50°C
Relative Humidity: ≤ 80%
Size: 6.9 cm × 3.8 cm × 2 cm
Weight: approx.37g (including battery)

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Safety instructions
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT,
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH ALL
OF THE SAFETY INFORMATION AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE! WHEN
PASSING THIS PRODUCT ON TO
OTHERS, ALSO INCLUDE ALL THE
DOCUMENTS!
mCAUTION! RISK OF INJURY!
KEEP THE PRODUCT OUT OF
THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT
A TOY! This product should never be
used by children unsupervised.

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mDANGER TO LIFE AND RISK OF
ACCIDENT FOR TODDLERS AND
CHILDREN! Never leave children alone
and unsupervised with the packaging
material.
There is a risk of suffocation from the
packaging material. Children often
underestimate risks. Always keep children
away from the product.
mDANGER TO LIFE! Batteries could be
swallowed and pose a lethal hazard.
Consult a doctor immediately if anyone
swallows a battery.

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This product can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
Children shall not play with the product.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not
be made by children without supervision.
Never expose the product to high
temperatures, water or moisture as this
may damage the product.
Keep the product clean and dry. Fluids
could damage the product.

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Keep away from electrical current and
electrically charged pins to prevent
damage to the product’s chip.
Safety instructions for
batteries/rechargeable
batteries
DANGER TO LIFE! Keep batteries/
rechargeable batteries out of reach of
children. If accidentally swallowed seek
immediate medical attention.
DANGER OF EXPLOSION!
Never recharge non-
rechargeable batteries. Do not
short-circuit batteries/rechargeable
batteries and/or open them.
Overheating, fire or bursting can be the
result.

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Never throw batteries/rechargeable
batteries into fire or water.
Do not exert mechanical loads to
batteries/rechargeable batteries.
Risk of battery leakage
Avoid extreme environmental conditions
and temperatures, which could affect
batteries/rechargeable batteries, e.g.
radiators/direct sunlight.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and
mucous membranes. In the event of
contact with battery acid, thoroughly
flush the affected area with plenty of
clean water and seek immediate medical
attention.

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WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES!
Leaked or damaged batteries/
rechargeable batteries can cause
burns on contact with the skin. Wear
suitable protective gloves at all times if
such an event occurs.
In the event of a battery leak,
immediately remove it from the product
to prevent damage.
Remove the batteries/rechargeable
batteries if the product will not be used
for a longer period.
Risk of damage of the product
Only use the specified type of battery/
rechargeable battery!
When inserting ensure the correct
polarity! This is shown inside the battery
compartment!

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Clean the contacts on the battery and
in the battery compartment before
inserting!
Remove exhausted batteries/rechargeable
batteries from the product immediately.
Before first use
Insert/replace battery
NOTES:
oIf (low battery indicator) flashes steadily on the
display 2, the battery (button cell) is low and must be
replaced immediately.
oWhen changing the battery, the display may
experience faults. Remove the battery from the battery
compartment[6]. Wait for approx.30seconds. Insert the
battery again into the battery compartment.
1. Rotate the lid in the arrow direction shown on the lid to
open the battery compartment.
2. Open the lid of the battery compartment (Fig. B).
3. Remove the old battery.

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4. Insert the new battery into the battery
compartment and ensure correct polarity
(+and–). Make sure that the plus terminal points
outwards (Fig.C).
5. Put the lid onto the battery compartment.
6. Rotate the lid against the arrow direction shown on the lid
to close the battery compartment.
Preparing the product
1. Clean the probe[1] surface area with a dry cloth.
Otherwise, faulty measuring results may occur (e.g. due to
humidity).
2. Check that all buttons and the display[2] work correctly.
Operation
Switching on/off
oBriefly press the TESTbutton[3] to switch on the product.
oIf the product is idle for 30seconds, the product switches
off automatically.
NOTE: Press and hold the TESTbutton[3] for more than
1second to switch off the product manually.

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Measuring
1. Hold the product and make sure that it is as least 20cm
away from the object to be tested and other objects.
2. Press the TESTbutton[3] to switch on the product.
The display[2] shows all segments and symbols
momentarily. Then the display shows the AUTO symbol
and the measurement unit mm, and meanwhile, “–“,
“––“, and “–––“ appear on the display sequentially and
repeatedly.
3. Press the UNITbutton[4] to select the desired
measurement unit: mm or mil.
4. After switching on the product, the product switches by
default to AUTOtest mode. The display shows AUTO
as an indication. Repeatedly hold down the UNITbutton
for about 1sec to step through NFe test mode
(NFeappears as an indication), Fe test mode (Feappears
as an indication), and back to the AUTOtest mode
(AUTOappears as an indication).
5. If the product is not calibrated, select AUTOtest mode.
NOTES:
oThe advantage of using AUTOtest mode is that it is not
necessary to calibrate the product.