Southwire 31011F User manual
Operating Instructions
31011F Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
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Introduction
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The Southwire 31011F Infrared (IR) Thermometer measures
surface temperature from -4° to 752°F (-20° to 400°C). The IR
thermometer has a 10:1 Distance-to-Spot ratio which means
that when you aim the thermometer at a surface that is
10-inches away, the thermometer gathers temperature
information from a measurement area (“spot” size) of 1 inch in
diameter. See diagram below. If the IR thermometer is
moved further from the object surface, the measurement area
or spot size increases.
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beam strike the eye from a reflective surface.
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dust.
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much hotter than the thermometer indicates.
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appears on the LCD display.
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operating improperly.Before using the thermometer, inspect
the case.Protection may be impaired. When in doubt, have
the thermometer serviced
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manufacturer, the protection provided by the thermometer
may be impaired
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To avoid damaging the thermometer or the equipment under
test protect them from the following:
EMP (electro-magnetic fields) from arc welders, induction
heaters, etc
Static electricity
Thermal shock (caused by abrupt ambient temperature
changes)
Do not leave the thermometer on or near objects of high
temperature
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2.4’’
16”
24”
10”
When you press the trigger, a laser beam helps identify the
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Safety
WARNING:
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazards
to the user. To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, follow
these guidelines:
Safety
Maintenance
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Major Components of the IR Thermometer
Words & Symbols Shown on the LCD Display
This thermometer is designed to provide years of dependable
service if the following care instructions are performed
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of electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts.
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cleaning solvents, or detergents.
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not leak and damage the unit.
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prevent battery leakage which would damage the thermome-
ter.
1. Infrared (IR) sensor
2. Laser pointer
3. LCD display
4. Trigger
5. Battery compartment cover
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4. Low battery indicator
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Symbol ExplanaƟon
Risk of danger. Important informaƟon. See manual
Hazardous voltage. Risk of electrical shock
Warning. Laser
Conforms to requirements of European Union and European
Free Trade AssociaƟon (EFTA)
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
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Words & Symbols Shown on the LCD Display
Distance-To-Spot Ratio
Changing the Temperature Units
Data Hold - when you aim the IR thermometer at an object and
press the trigger, the temperature of that object is displayed on
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means that the IR thermometer is “holding” the last measured
temperature and displaying it on the LCD display. The tempera-
ture will remain on the display until either a) the IR thermometer
turns off or b) the trigger is pressed again.
Laser ON Symbol - Whenever you press the trigger and the
laser is on, the IR thermometer will display the laser symbol on
the LCD display.
The Distance-to-Spot ratio is one of the most important
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the distance-to-spot ratio, the more accurate the IR
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ter has a distance-to-spot ratio of 10:1. If the IR thermometer
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wall from which the thermometer is gathering data (“spot”) is
1 inch in diameter. If you move the IR thermometer 24 inches
from the wall, the size of the area being measured increases
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thermometer.
1. Press the trigger to turn on the LCD display
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the cover as shown in the diagram below.
3. Locate the selector switch inside the battery compartment.
4. Press the temperature units selector switch to change
temperature units. Verify the correct units are now shown on
the LCD display
5. Securely close the battery compartment cover
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2.4’’
16”
24”
10”
The 31011F IR Thermometer will display the temperature
reading in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. The default setting is
Fahrenheit. To change the thermometer so it displays
temperature in Celsius, do the following:
Temperature units
selector switch
NOTE:IR Thermometer Operation
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the desired surface to be measured.
2. Press and hold the trigger to turn the IR thermometer on.
The red laser dot indicates the center of the circular measure-
ment area. Aim the laser at the surface you wish to measure.
The LCD display will display the temperature of the surface.
As long as you press and hold the trigger, the IR thermometer
will continue to gather temperature data and display it on the
LCD screen. It may take a few seconds to get a stable
reading.
3. Release the trigger. When you release the trigger, the IR
thermometer will stop gathering temperature data but will
continue to display the last temperature the thermometer
measured.
To conserve batteries, the meter will turn off 15 seconds after
the trigger is released.
NOTE:
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measure is larger than the spot size measured by the meter.
Reference the spot diagram above or printed on the side of
the meter.
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black paint to the surface before attempting to take measure-
ments. Allow time for the tape or paint to reach the same
temperature as the surface.
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such as glass. It will measure the surface temperature of the
glass instead.
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measurements.
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frost, dirt, oil, etc.
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to wide variations.
Battery Replacement
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time to replace the batteries.
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properly discard the old batteries. Replace with new AAA
batteries and close the battery compartment cover securely.
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Specifications
Marking & Labels Displayed on the IR Thermometer
Specifications
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In the presence of a strong vertical electromagnetic field,
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a 20%-30% variation of the measured value. If this variation
is observed, move from the area and allow the meter to
recover.
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Temperature
Measurement Range
Working Temperature
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Storage Temperature
Accuracy
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(Distance to Spot)
Emissivity
Response Time
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Laser Power
Laser Class
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-20°C ~ 400°F (-4°F ~ 752°F)
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EMC Standard
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Surface
Temperature
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400°C
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Accuracy
±（2.0°C+0.1°C/°C）
±2.0°C or ±2% of reading,
whichever is greater
±（4.0°F+0.1°F/°F）
±4.0°F or ±2% of reading,
whichever is greater
Ambient
Temperature
21°C - 25°C
69.8°F - 77°F
±0.1°C/°C or ±0.1%/°C of reading, whichever is greater
（±0.1°F/°F or ±0.1%/°F of reading, whichever is greater）
10:1 (Applies for 90% of the measuring signal)
Fixed at 0.95
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0.1℃（0.1°F）
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630nm - 670nm
CLASS 2, Conforms to EN 60825-1:2014 (Safety standard of laser products)
Laser Wavelength
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Refer EN61000-4-3:2006+A1:2008+A2:2010+EN61326-2-3:2013
ESD: Contact-discharge 4kv; Air-discharge 8kv;
CLASS B Standard EN 61326-1:2013 Refer EN61000-4-2:2009
Customer Service
For technical questions related to your IR thermometer contact Southwire
Customer Service at 1-855-SW-TOOLS
Professional Meter Calibration
For information on Southwire’s meter calibration service, visit our website
at southwiretools.com. Once there, click on the Test and Measurement
page. Then find the product page for your IR thermometer. There you’ll
find a link to our Meter Calibration service.
Register Your Thermometer
To register your thermometer with Southwire, visit our web site at
southwiretools.com and click on Log In/Register to register. After
registering, click on Register Product to register your product.
PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ON SOUTHWIRE
METERS & TESTERS
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Customer Service
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Customer Service
Southwire Company, LLC warrants this product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for five years from the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries,
or damage arising from an accident, neglect, misapplication,
contamination, modification, improper maintenance or repair,
operation outside of specifications, or abnormal handling of the
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wire repairs or replaces the product will be a determination that
Southwire makes at its sole discretion.
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MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOUTHWIRE
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THE WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN. SOUTHWIRE WILL NOT
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warranty will be binding on Southwire. If you have a warranty claim,
or if the product needs to be serviced during or after the warranty
period set forth above, please contact the Customer Service
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be responsible for lost or damaged products returned pursuant to
this warranty. All products returned to Southwire under this warranty
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