Trotec BF06 User manual

TRT-BA-BF06-TC2019-37-003-EN
BF06
EN
OPERATING MANUAL
LUXMETER

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luxmeter BF06
Table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual.................................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................3
Transport and storage...........................................................4
Operation ...............................................................................5
Errors and faults....................................................................6
Maintenance and repair ........................................................6
Disposal .................................................................................6
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information
(e.g. material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.
You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:
BF06
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=43619
Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
This appliance 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 appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Do not immerse the device in water. Do not allow liquids to
penetrate into the device.
• The device may only be used in dry surroundings and must
not be used in the rain or at a relative humidity exceeding
the operating conditions.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not expose the device to strong vibrations.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not open the device.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions as given in
the Technical data chapter.

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Intended use
Only use the device for measurements of the luminous intensity
within the measuring range specified in the technical data.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.
Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres, for
measurements in liquids and at live parts.
Any unauthorised changes, modifications or alterations to the
device are forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
Information about the device
Device description
By use of the luxmeter the luminous intensity can be determined
in lux or fc(foot candle).
Further available for the assessment of the measurements is a
MAX function (maximum value).
The display illumination automatically adjusts to the ambient
light conditions.
When not in use, an automatic switch-off saves the battery.
Device depiction
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23
4
7
6
5
No. Designation
1 Photosensor
2 MAX/LUX button
3 Tripod thread
4 Battery compartment with cover
5 Display
6 Light sensor
7 Power button

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Display
Lux Fc x10 x100
MAX
8
11
10
12
13
14
9
No. Designation
8 Indication of the measured value x100
9 Indication of the measured value x10
10 Measurement value indication
11 MAXindication
12 Battery status
13 Fcindication (foot candle)
14 Luxindication
Technical data
Parameter Value
Model BF06
Weight 138g
Dimensions
(lengthx widthx
height)
157mmx 56mmx 33mm
Display LCD, monochrome
Measuring range 0.1 to 20lx or 0.1 to 20fc
up to 2000lx or up to 200fc
up to 20klx or up to 2000fc
up to 40klx or up to 4000fc
Accuracy ±5% ±10lx/fc
(<10,000lx/ 1,000fc),
±10% ±10lx/fc
(>10,000lx/ 1,000fc)
Measuring range
resolution
0.1lx/ 0.01fc
Measuring rate 2.5x per second
Operating
temperature
0°C to 40°C at max. 80%RH
(non-condensing)
Operating altitude max. 2000m
Storage temperature -10°C to 60°C
Power supply 1x 9V battery
(battery life approx. 5000 to
8000measurements)
Device switch-off after approx. 17minutes of non-use
Scope of delivery
• 1x Luxmeter BF06
• 1 x 9V battery
• 1x Bag/ holster
• 1x Quick guide
Transport and storage
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
For transporting the device, use the bag included in the scope of
delivery in order to protect the device from external influences.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• dry and protected from frost and heat
• protected from dust and direct sunlight
• with a cover to protect it from invasive dust if necessary
• The storage temperature is the same as the range given in
the Technical data chapter.
• Remove the battery from the device.

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Operation
Inserting the battery
Insert the supplied battery before first use.
Note
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.
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1. Remove the cover(15) from the device by sliding it in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Use the battery clip(16) to connect the new battery with
correct polarity.
3. Slide the cover(15) back on the device.
Switch-on and measurements
1. Press the Power button(7).
ðThe display will be switched on and the device ready for
operation.
ðIn case of poor lighting conditions the display
illumination switches on automatically. The display
illumination is controlled by the sensor(6).
Info
Please note that the photosensor(1) should preferably
be held at an angle of 90° to the light source. Any
other angle could falsify the measurement result.
2. Point the device at the area to be measured.
ðThe measured value will be displayed in real time.
ðDepending on the scale of the measured value, the
factor x10(9) or x100(8) may also be indicated.
ðIf the measured value exceeds the measuring range
(>40klx or 4000fc), the display readsOL or VO.
3. If a factor(8, 9) is displayed, the displayed measured
value(10) must be multiplied by the factor in order to
obtain the correct value.
Info
Please note that moving from a cold area to a warm
area can lead to condensation forming on the device's
circuit board. This physical and unavoidable effect can
falsify the measurement. In this case, the display
shows either no measured values or they are incorrect.
Wait a few minutes until the device has become
adjusted to the changed conditions before carrying out
a measurement.
MAXfunction
Using the MAXfunction you can read the highest value of the
present measurement.
1. Briefly press the MAX/LUXbutton(2).
ðThe MAXindication(11) appears on the display.
ðThe display indicates the highest value measured since
the device was switched on.
2. Press the MAX/LUXbutton(2) again.
ðThe MAX function is deactivated and the currently
measured values are displayed.
Setting the unit lux or footcandle
1. Press the MAX/LUXbutton(2) for approx. 2seconds.
ðThe display changes from Lux(14) to Fc(13).
2. Repeat this process to change back from Fc to Lux.
Switching the device off
1. Press the Power button(7).
ðThe device is switched off.
ðThe MAXvalue will be reset.
Info
The device comes equipped with an automatic
switch-off function. After approx. 17minutes of
non-use the device switches off automatically.

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Errors and faults
The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.
Fault Cause Remedy
The device can no
longer be switched
on.
The battery is dead. Insert a new battery
(see chapter
Operation).
The device seems to
indicate much too
low measured
values.
You forgot to
multiply the
measurement
reading with the
displayed factor.
Repeat the
measurement. If a
factor(8, 9) is
displayed, multiply
the displayed
measured value by
the the factor.
Maintenance and repair
Battery change
A battery change is required, when the battery status
indication(12) lights up on the display or the device can no
longer be switched on. See chapter Operation.
Cleaning
Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Make
sure that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any
sprays, solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive
cleaners, but only clean water to moisten the cloth.
Repair
Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.
Disposal
The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. For further return options provided by us please
refer to our website www.trotec24.com.
The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.
In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must not be
treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 6September 2006
on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and
accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

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