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Item 63985

Display

Symbol

Description

SCAN

Measuring

HOLD

 

Data Hold

3

=

8.88

Emissivity 

 

Backlight/Laser Pointer

Low Battery

MAX MIN

Max/Min Values

°F°C

Fahrenheit/Celsius

Emissivity

Emissivity is the amount of thermal 
energy emitted from a surface.  

Generally, organic materials, painted, dull or 
dark surfaces have higher emissivity.  Metals 
and reflective surfaces have lower emissivity.

This thermometer is preset to 0.95.  

To adjust Emissivity:

1.  Press and hold Select Button 

until 

3

 is displayed. 

2.  Press Select Button again.

3.  Press Up/Down Button to 

adjust emissivity value.

4.  Press Select Button when finished.

Approximate Surface Emissivity

Glass

0.95

Concrete

0.95

Hot Food

0.93

Carbon

0.85

Cast Iron

0.80

Copper (oxidized)

0.50

Galvanized Pipe

0.40

Aluminum (oxidized)

0.30

Stainless Steel (polished)

0.20

Backlight/Laser Pointer Button

Laser Pointer:

  In Data Hold mode, press Button to turn Laser Pointer on and off.

Backlight:

  In Measurement mode, press Button to turn Backlight on and off.

MAX MIN

Press Select Button to review maximum and minimum values.

°F°C

Press Up/Down Button to change temperature unit. 

SAFETY

OPERA

TION

MAINTENANCE

SETUP

Summary of Contents for 63985

Page 1: ...rence 18a When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2017 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manua...

Page 2: ...hat follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury SAFETY OPERAT...

Page 3: ... tool s operation If damaged have the tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 9 Use the tool in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 10 Have your tool serviced by a qualified repair person usin...

Page 4: ...9V sold separately Setup Before Use Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Functions Battery Cover Laser Pointer Infrared Lens Display Select Button Backlight Laser Pointer Button Up Down Button Trigger LASER LIGHT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM Max Output 1mW Wavelength 630 670n...

Page 5: ...y 1 Press and hold Select Button until 3 is displayed 2 Press Select Button again 3 Press Up Down Button to adjust emissivity value 4 Press Select Button when finished Approximate Surface Emissivity Glass 0 95 Concrete 0 95 Hot Food 0 93 Carbon 0 85 Cast Iron 0 80 Copper oxidized 0 50 Galvanized Pipe 0 40 Aluminum oxidized 0 30 Stainless Steel polished 0 20 Backlight Laser Pointer Button Laser Poi...

Page 6: ...ger than the size calculated by the diagram below Spot Center Distance 4 diameter at 4 distance 2 diameter at 2 distance 1 diameter at 1 distance 1 Remove dirt and grime from surface to be measure as needed 2 Adjust Emissivity as needed Note Black electrical tape or black paint may be applied to highly reflective surfaces to raise emissivity Leave Thermometer set to 0 95 and allow tape or paint to...

Page 7: ...binding of parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring and any other condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE wipe lens first then external surfaces of the tool with clean damp cloth Only use water do not use soap or chemicals DO NOT submerge tool in water 3 Remove battery if not in use for long periods 4 Store tool in a dry location 5 Other than battery there are no re...

Page 8: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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