04
Illustration & Description...
Please study the illustrations, so that you may understand the terminology we have used,
and better understand the operation of your Digital Height Gauge. Note the positions and
the functions of the various buttons on the Digital Readout, these will be more fully
explained a little later in the text:-
The gauge comprises a precision machined alloy block, into which the Linear Scale of the
Digital Readout (
DRO)
is bolted. This fixing is set very precisely at right angles to the base,
to ensure accurate measurement. The linear scale is also marked with Analogue Scales from
0-6” and from 0-150mm. These scales are read against the lower edge of the
DRO
.
There are three Rare Earth Magnets set into the base of the block, to enable/aid the gauge
to be held flat against a ferrous metal surface.
Please Note.
The magnets are not
sufficiently strong to support the whole weight of the gauge on a vertical surface; although
the base will remain in flat contact with the surface the gauge is liable to slip.
The digital readout is mounted on the linear scale and has an ‘L’ shaped pointer attached to
it; there is also a small Locking Screw with a serrated knob; that will clamp the
DRO
in
position if tightened
(Do not over tighten). NOTE
Please ensure the locking screw is
loosened before attempting to move the gauge.
The Battery Compartment is on the lower front face of the
DRO
and can be opened by a
‘press down’ and slide motion in the direction of the ‘arrow’ thumb grip. If you are replacing
the battery ensure that it is positioned with the + marking uppermost.
The
‘L’
shaped pointer is ground to a fine edge to enable the most accurate measurement; it
is also hardened so that the points can be used for scribing lines at the set height.
P.S. When scribing, please hold the pointer only,
DO NOT
apply pressure by gripping the
gauge proper
Picture shows the digital
height guage being used to
measure the depth of the
router cutter.
Pointer
Router Cutter
