RIDGID micro IR-200 User manual

999-995-066.09_REV. E
micro IR-200 Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine
Serial Number
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Safety
Symbols.........................................................................2
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety....................................................................3
Electrical Safety......................................................................3
Personal Safety.......................................................................3
Equipment Use and Care .......................................................3
Service....................................................................................4
Specific Safety Information
Infrared Thermometer Safety..................................................4
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description..............................................................................4
Specifications
.........................................................................4 Parts
.......................................................................................6 LCD
Display Icons..................................................................6
Standard
Equipment...............................................................6 Laser
Classification .................................................................7
FCC
Statement..........................................................................7
Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC)....................................7
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Changing/Installing
Batteries..................................................7 Pre-Operation
Inspection.........................................................8
Set-Up and Operation
Set-Up ....................................................................................9
Operation
Turning ON and OFF (Taking
Measurements)......................10 micro IR-200 Controls
Continuous Measurement (Scanning) Mode ........................10
Laser Enabled/Disabled........................................................10
Backlight
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II Menu Button Use ..................................................................11
High Alarm
............................................................................11 Low
Alarm.............................................................................11
Temperature Display Units-
C/F.............................................11
Emissivity..............................................................................1
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Cleaning...................................................................................1
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Storage
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Service and
Repair.................................................................12 Disposal
..................................................................................12 Battery
Disposal.....................................................................12 EC
Declaration of Conformity ......................Inside Back Cover
Lifetime Warranty.....................................................Back
Cover
*Original Instructions - English

999-995-066.09_REV. E
micro IR-200 Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
micro IR-200 Non-Contact Infrared
Thermometer

micro IR-200
Non-Contact
Infrared Thermometer
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on
nameplate.
Serial
No.
micro IR-200

999-995-066.09_REV. E
micro IR-200 Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s
Man ual carefully
before using this tool.
Failure to understand
and follow the
contents of this
manual may result in
electrical shock, fire
and/or serious person
al injury.

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NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information.
This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important
information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
This symbol means this device contains a Class 2 Laser.
This symbol means do not stare into the laser beam.
This symbol warns of the presence and hazard of a laser beam.

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General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and in structions. Failure to follow the warn
ings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
•Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. E quipment can create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
•Keep children and by-standers a way while operating
equipment. Distrac tions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
•Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an in creased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.
•Do not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water
en tering equipment will increase the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating equipment. Do not use equipment
while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.A moment of inattention while operating
equipment may result in serious personal injury.
•Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
Equipment Use and Care
•Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for
your application. The correct equipment will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•Do not use equipment if the switch does not turn it ON and
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the batteries from the equipment before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
injury.
•Store idle equipment out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these

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instructions to operate the equipment. Equipment can be
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain equipment. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, missing parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If
damaged, have the equipment repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment.
•Use the equipment and accessories in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
equipment for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your equipment. Accessories that may be
suitable for one piece of equipment may become hazardous
when used with other equipment.
•Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease.Allows for better control of the equipment.
Service
• Have your equipment serviced by a qualified repair person
using on ly identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the tool is maintained.
Specific Safety Information
This section contains important safety information that is specific to
this tool.
Read these precautions carefully before using the RIDGID® micro IR-200
Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer to reduce the risk of eye injury or
other serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep this manual with the tool for use by the operator.
Infrared Thermometer Safety
•Do not look into the laser beam. Looking into the laser beam
may be hazardous to the eyes. Do not look at the laser beam
with optical aids (such as binoculars or telescopes).
•Do not direct the laser beam towards other people. Make
sure the laser is aimed above or below eye level. Laser beams
may be hazardous to the eyes.
•Do not use this device for personal inspection or medical
use in any way. This is not a medical device. This could cause
personal injury.
•Take appropriate precautions when working near
electrical, moving or hot parts. Close contact may cause
electrical shock, entanglement, burns and other serious injury.
Protective equipment may be required.
CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID® product:
•Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
WARNING