PCE Instruments PCE-T312N User manual

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User Manual
Thermometer PCE-T312N
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Contents
1Safety notes........................................................................................... 1
2Delivery contents .................................................................................. 2
3Specifications........................................................................................2
4Display description............................................................................... 3
5Key description ..................................................................................... 4
6Settings..................................................................................................4
6.1 Change type of thermocouple .......................................................................................... 4
6.2 Set offset.......................................................................................................................... 5
6.3 Automatic Power Off ........................................................................................................ 5
7Thermocouples ..................................................................................... 5
8Hold reading .......................................................................................... 5
9MIN / MAX / AVG....................................................................................6
10 Replacing the batteries ........................................................................6
11 Contact................................................................................................. 7
12 Disposal ................................................................................................. 7

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1 Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The
device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel.
Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and
not covered by our warranty.
•The device must only be used as described inthis instruction manual.If used otherwise,
this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
•The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative
humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose
the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
•Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
•The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
•Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
•You must not make any technical changes to the device.
•The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,
no abrasives or solvents.
•The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
•Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not
use the device.
•Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
•The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under
any circumstances.
•Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to
the user.
We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of
business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at
the end of this manual.

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2 Delivery contents
1 x Contact Thermometer PCE-T312N
2 x TF-500 Thermo-wire sensor
3 x 1.5V AAA batteries
1 x User manual
3 Specifications
Thermocouple types
Type K and Type J
Measuring range thermocouple Type K
-200 ... 1372°C / -328 ... 2501°F
Measuring range thermocouple Type J
-210 ... 1100°C / -346 ... 2012°F
Measurement units
°C / °F / K
Display
Large, dual LCD with backlight
Display functions
T1, T2, T1-T2, MAX, MIN, AVG
Power supply
3 x 1.5V AAA batteries
Automatic shutdown
After 20 minutes of inactivity
Temperature accuracy over –100ºC (148ºF)
± [0.15% rh +1°C (1.8°F)]
Temperature accuracy under –100ºC (148ºF)
± [0.5% rh +2°C (3.6°F)]
Temperature accuracy T1-T2
± [0.5% rh +1°C (1.8°F)]
Operating temperature
0 ... 50°C (4 ... 122°F)
Storage temperature
10 ... 50°C (14 ... 122°F)

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4 Display description
No.
Short description
Long description
1
“Setup“ icon
Shows that you are in the menu
2
“Offset“ icon
3
“Hold“ icon
Shows that the reading has been held
4
“Auto-Off“ icon
Shows that the meter will turn off automatically
5
Primary display
Shows the reading of T1, T2 as well as the difference
between T1 and T2
6
Units
Shows the unit (°C, °F, K)
7
Secundary display
Shows the following functions:
MAX, MIN, AVG, Offset, T1 and T2
8
MAX, MIN, AVG
display
Shows what function is shown in the secondary display
9
Measurement period
Shows the measurement period
10
Time units
Shows if hours and minutes or minutes and seconds are
displayed in the field for the measurement period
11
Type of thermocouple
Shows the set type of thermocouple
12
Battery level indicator
Shows that the batteries are flat and must be replaced

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5 Key description
Key
Description
Turns the meter on/off
When you are in the settings screen, you can open a menu item and confirm the set
value with this key.
Changes what is shown on the primary and secondary display. Options: T1, T2 and
T1-T2
Changes the unit. Options: °C, °F and K
By pressing this key once in the measuring screen, the reading will be held.
By pressing the key again, the measurement will be continued.
In the settings, this key can be used to select a menu item and parameters within a
menu can be changed.
By pressing this key in measuring mode, you can select between MIN, MAX and
AVG.
In the settings, this key can be used to select a menu item and parameters within a
menu can be changed.
By pressing this key once, the backlight is activated. By pressing the key again, the
backlight is deactivated.
To enter the settings, press and hold this key for three seconds. To leave the
settings, press and hold this key again for three seconds.
6 Settings
To enter the settings, press and hold the key for three seconds. To leave the settings, press
and hold the key again for three seconds. To select a menu item or to change parameters
within the menu items, use the arrow keys at the side of the meter. To confirm a change or to
open a menu item, press the key. The settings are arranged as follows:
Menu
Display
Possible settings
Set type of thermocouple
TYPE
K and J
Offset
OFFSET
Range ±5.0 °C / ±9.0 °F
Auto Off
SLP
ON and OFF
Note: As long as the MIN MAX AVG function is activated, you cannot enter the menu.
6.1 Change type of thermocouple
If the connected type of thermocouple is different from the type shown in the lower left-hand side
of the display, the meter’s thermocouple setting must be changed accordingly. To do so, enter
settings mode and change the type as required. Thermocouples of the types K and J can be
connected.

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6.2 Set offset
When the accuracy is outside the specifications, an offset can be carried out. The possible range
for the offset is ±5.0 °C / ±9.0 °F. To be able to set the offset, first connect the meter to the
thermocouples. Then place the thermocouples into a liquid of known temperature, for instance
ice water. Now wait for the displayed reading to stabilise. Then go to the settings and change the
offset until the displayed reading equals the value of the reference liquid. Offsets must be set for
each channel individually.
6.3 Automatic Power Off
The meter has an automatic power off function. This means that themeter turns off automatically
after 20 minutes of inactivity. To disable this function temporarily, enter the settings. In the menu
item “SLP“, you can disable this function.
ON = enabled, OFF = diabled
Note: Everytime the meter is powered on, this function will be enabled automatically.
7 Thermocouples
If you want to use thermocouples, connect these via the connectors at the upper side of the meter.
Observe correct polarity. Now power on the meter. After approx. a second, a reading will be
displayed. If nothermocouple is attached for a channel, “-- --‘‘ will be displayed.Whenthereading
is exceeded, “OL“will be displayed.
With the key, you can select T1, T2 or T1 –T2 to be shown in the primary or secondary
display.
Note: Ensure that you have set the correct type of thermocouple. The type of thermocouple can
be changed in the settings. The current thermocouple is shown in the lower left-hand part of the
display.
8 Hold reading
To hold the currently displayed reading, press the key during the measurement. “HOLD“ will
be displayed. While “HOLD“is displayed, the key will be active. To continue the
measurement, press the key again.

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9 MIN / MAX / AVG
The temperature meter has the following measuring functions:
Name
Description
MIN
Shows the lowest reading
MAX
Shows the highest reading
AVG
Shows the average value
To activate one of these functions, press the key. “REC“ will appear in the display along with
the function you set. The current reading will only be shown in the primary display now. In the
secondary display, the respective value of the measuring function will be displayed. At the same
time, themeasurement periodwill start, which willshow you when thevalue has been determined.
You can switch between the different measuring functions at any time. All values are determined
continuously. To leave this function, press and hold the key for three seconds.
Note: After leaving this measuring function or when the meter is turned off, the saved readings
will be lost.
10 Replacing the batteries
As soon as the battery icon appears in the display, the batteries must be replaced to make sure
the meter works in line with its specifications. To replace the batteries, first turn off the meter.
Then open the battery compartment at the rear side. Replace the batteries by three new 1.5 V
AAA batteries, observing correct polarity. The meter is ready to be used again after closing the
battery compartment.

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11 Contact
If you have any questions, suggestions or technical problems, please do not hesitate to contact
us. You will find the relevant contact information at the end of this user manual.
12 Disposal
For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/ECdirective of the European
Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as
household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-
use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance
with your local waste regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

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