Zehntner ZMP 5010 User manual

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Instruction manual
version 2.6 dated 18.06.2015
ZMP 5010
Marking-wedge Gauge

Introduction ZMP 5010 Instruction manual version 2.6
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Index
Exclusion of liability ............................................................................................ 2
1. Description of device .................................................................................. 3
1.1 Summary ......................................................................................................... 3
2. Safety notes ................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Dangers ........................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Safety notes .................................................................................................... 3
3. Delivery of device ........................................................................................ 4
3.1 Damages during carriage ............................................................................. 4
3.2 Standard delivery ........................................................................................... 5
4. Handling ..................................................................................................... 6
5. Technical specification ............................................................................... 7
Glossary .............................................................................................................. 8
Enclosures:
• Certificate of manufacturer
Exclusion of liability
Illustrations, descriptions as well as the technical specifications conform to the
instruction manual at hand at the time of publishing or printing. However, Zehntner
GmbH Testing Instruments policy is one of continuous product improvement. All
changes resulting from technical progress, modified construction or similar are
reserved without obligation for Zehntner to update.
Some of the images shown in this instruction manual are of a pre-production model
and/or are computer generated; therefore the design/features on the final version
of this instrument may differ in various aspects.
The instruction manual has been drafted with the utmost care. Nevertheless, errors
cannot be entirely excluded. The manufacturer will not be liable for errors in this
instruction manual or for damages resulting from any errors.
The manufacturer will be grateful at any time for suggestions, proposals for
improvement and indications of errors.
© Zehntner GmbH Testing Instruments

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1. Description of device
1.1 Summary
The ZMP 5010 Marking-wedge Gauge is for quick determination of dry film thickness
of road markings and similar coatings.
Application / application areas:
• For traffic authorities, road laboratories, manufacturers of road markings and
contractors
• For all types of road markings with or without drop-on material
• For direct tests on site on the road or sample testing in the laboratory
In particular, this instrument has the following features:
• Test results are easily readable
• Easy to operate
• Sturdy construction
2. Safety notes
2.1 Dangers
Caution!
This note is included in this instruction manual wherever it is warned about dangers
which will arise to life and limb of persons if the apparatus is handled improperly.
Observe these notes and be particularly careful in these cases. Also inform other
users on all safety notes. Besides the notes in these instruction manual the
generally applicable safety instructions and regulations for prevention of accidents
have to be taken into account.
Note
This symbol marks instructions you should take notice of in order to follow
directions, specifications, correct working processes and to avoid data loss, damage
or destruction of the instrument.
2.2 Safety notes
The ZMP 5010 Marking-wedge Gauge is exclusively intended for quick
determination of dry film thickness of road markings and similar coatings.
Any other use is considered as not being in accordance with the intentions of
the manufacturer. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from
inappropriate application. The user bears the full responsibility.

General ZMP 5010 Instruction manual version 2.6
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Never leave the ZMP 5010 under direct sun exposure. Always store the
ZMP 5010 in it’s carrying case.
Zehntner GmbH Testing Instruments refuses all warranty and liability
claims for damages caused by usage of the ZMP 5010 in combination with
non-original accessories, or accessories from 3
rd
party suppliers.
Unauthorized modifications and changes of the ZMP 5010 are not permitted.
Reproduction without permission is not allowed.
For the operation of the ZMP 5010 apply all local safety regulations.
3. Delivery of device
3.1 Damages during carriage
At the receipt of the goods, check for any visible damages at the outer packaging. If
the packing is unharmed you can sign the receipt of the documents. If you do
suspect by your visual impression that damage has occurred, make a note of the
visible damage on the delivery receipt or freight papers and get the carrier to
countersign it. Moreover, the forwarding agent / courier service must be held
responsible for the damage in writing.
If a hidden damage is discovered while unpacking, you have to inform and hold the
forwarding agent / courier service immediately liable in the following way: “When
opening the parcel we had to notice that …. etc. etc.“ This superficial checking of the
goods has to be done within the time limit set by the forwarding agent / courier
service, which is normally within 7 days. However, the period could be less. Hence,
it is recommended to check the exact time limit when receiving the goods.
If there are any damages also immediately inform your authorized Zehntner agent or
Zehntner GmbH Testing Instruments directly.
In case the device needs to be transported again at a later time, it has to be
packaged properly. If the device was supplied in a carrying case or storage box, this
original packaging needs to be used also for later shipments.

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3.2 Standard delivery
The following parts are included in the delivery:
1 Marking-wedge Gauge
1 certificate of manufacturer
1 carrying case
Zehntner GmbH Testing Instruments refuses all warranty and liability
claims for damages caused by usage of the ZMP 5010 in combination with
non-original accessories, or accessories from 3
rd
party suppliers.

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4. Handling
• Place the wedge beside the marking to be tested and the gauge at an angle of
90° to the wedge vertically on the marking see picture 1).
• Commence at the beginning of the wedge or, in any case, below the film
thickness to be expected.
• Push the wedge below the recess of the gauge until the wedges touches the
gauge.
• Read off the film thickness in mm on the wedge, and that always from the
direction of movement see picture 2).
• Repeat the test several times at several places to obtain an average value.
marking
wedge
Direction of movement
of the wedge
gauge
road
90°
90°

road
4.9 mm


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5. Technical specification
Material: red, hard finish, solvent-resistant aluminium
Test range: 0 mm – 10 mm 0” – 0.39”)
Resolution: 0.1 mm 3.94 mil)
Dimensions: length of the wedge: 220 mm 8.66”)
length of the gauge: 200 mm 7.87”)
Weight: 400 g 0.88 lbs)
Standards: EN 13197, ZTV M 13
Warranty: 2 years

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Glossary
D
Damages during carriage ................. 4
Delivery of device .............................. 4
Description of device ......................... 3
E
Exclusion of liability .......................... 2
Extent of delivery ............................... 5
F
Features ............................................ 3
H
Handling ZMP 5010 ........................... 6
I
Instrument
Description ..................................... 3
Extent of delivery
.......................... 5
S
Safety notes ....................................... 3
Standard delivery .............................. 5
T
Technical specification ..................... 7
Transportation damage .................... 4