Extech Instruments EA80 User Manual Download Page 3

EA80  V2.1H  11/06 

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Preparation for Use 

Power Supply   

The meter is powered by six AAA-size alkaline batteries or an AC adapter. 

Installing the Batteries

   

Insert six AAA-size batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the inside of the 
battery compartment. 

When the battery voltage drop below the operating voltage, the “ 

+

  ” indicator will 

be displayed indicating that the batteries need to be changed. 

AC Adapter   

The AC adapter allows you to power the meter from a wall outlet. 
When using the AC adapter, the batteries (if installed) will be bypassed. The AC adapter 
is not a battery charger. 

Gas Inlet   

Always ensure that the meter gas inlet port and gas exhaust are not blocked. 

Operation 

 

Note: Do not hold the instrument close to your face. Exhaled CO

2

 will affect 

the accuracy of the reading. 

 

Taking Measurements 

The sensor for Temperature, Humidity, Dew Point and Wet Bulb measurements is located in the 
remote probe. Hold the probe in the air in the area to be tested. 

DO

 

NOT

 immerse in liquid. 

The sensor for CO2 measurements is located on the top of the meter itself. 

Selecting temperature units of measure (C/F) 

Press the °C/°F button momentarily to toggle the temperature units. 

 

CO2 Measurement   

1. Press    button to turn on the meter,   
2. 

The sensor requires a 30 second warm-up before 
displaying the CO2 measurement. 

3. 

The meter sensor needs about 10 minutes to 
stabilize in still air, after that the readings can be 
considered accurate. Moving the meter may 
decrease this stabilization time. 

4. 

Primary display shows the CO2 reading. Secondary 
display shows temperature reading. Third display shows %RH. 

 

Summary of Contents for EA80

Page 1: ...User s Guide Indoor Air Quality Meter Datalogger Model EA80 ...

Page 2: ...EA80 V2 1H 11 06 2 Ø2 5 ...

Page 3: ...not hold the instrument close to your face Exhaled CO2 will affect the accuracy of the reading Taking Measurements The sensor for Temperature Humidity Dew Point and Wet Bulb measurements is located in the remote probe Hold the probe in the air in the area to be tested DO NOT immerse in liquid The sensor for CO2 measurements is located on the top of the meter itself Selecting temperature units of m...

Page 4: ...tly on the second display 4 Allow adequate time for readings to stabilize 5 Read the measurements on the LCD Dew Point Temperature Measurement 1 Press the button to power on the meter 2 Press DEW button 3 The display will show the Dew Point Reading on the second display 4 Allow adequate time for the readings to stabilize 5 Read the measurements on the LCD 6 Press DEW button again to exit dew point...

Page 5: ...its stamp time 4 Press MX MN button again The icon will appear with the current value and current time 5 Press MX MN button again cycle through the recorded MAX MIN and current readings 6 Press button to exit this mode 7 Press TIME button exit the time display mode Data Hold 1 Press the H button momentarily to freeze the displayed reading The H icon will appear on the upper left hand side of the d...

Page 6: ...ng and exit this mode Turning Alarm On Off Press ALARM button to turn on the alarm function ALM is displayed When the CO2 value is below the low limit value the meter displays mark and beeps When the CO2 value exceeds the high limit value the meter displays and beeps To exit the ALARM function press ALARM button again Setting the Real Time Clock 1 Press SET button to enter the real time clock sett...

Page 7: ... times the INTV mark is displayed and enter to the setting interval time mode Press or button to select desired interval time from 1 second to 255 seconds Press button to store the setting value and exit this mode Auto Datalogging mode Press and hold MEM button for two seconds 3 beeps the LCD will display and the memory location M will flash each time a recording is made The maximum memory capacit...

Page 8: ... 1 Press button to turn the meter on 2 Place the probe in a known humidity reference for 60 minutes 3 Press the SET button 6 times until SET and CAL are displayed on the LCD 4 Press or button to adjust the display to the reference value 5 Press to store the value and exit the calibration mode Temperature Calibration 1 Press button to turn the meter on 2 Place the probe in a known temperature refer...

Page 9: ...ndensing Dimensions 158 L x72 W x35 H mm 6 22 x2 83 x1 38 Weight approx 255g including batteries Accessories Instruction Manual Battery AC Adaptor Software CD ROM RS232 Cable CO2 Specifications Sensing Range 0 to 6000ppm Sensing Resolution 1ppm Accuracy 101 4 kPa 29 92 inHg and 25 C 77 F 3 of reading or 50ppm whichever is greater Sensing Method Dual wavelength detector with non dispersive infrared...

Page 10: ...nstrument Battery Replacement When the symbol appears on the LCD the six 1 5V AAA must be replaced 1 Turn the meter off 2 Remove the meter s battery cover 3 Replace the batteries observing polarity 4 Affix the battery cover and secure the rear screws RS 232 Interface Software Installation and Operation Software operational instructions are located on the software disc ...

Page 11: ... damage in transit This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse improper wiring operation outside of specification improper maintenance or repair or unauthorized modification Extech specifically disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose and will not be liable for any direct indirect incidental or consequential ...

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