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PRC20-EU-EN-V1.2   1/13 

Introduction 

 

Thank you for selecting the Extech Model PRC20. This device is shipped fully tested and calibrated 
and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service. Please visit the Extech Instruments 
website (www.extech.com) to check for the latest version of this User Guide. Extech Instruments is 
an ISO-9001 certified company. 
 

Safety 

 

International Safety Symbols 

This symbol, adjacent to another symbol or terminal, indicates the user must refer to the 
manual for further information. 
 
This symbol, adjacent to a terminal, indicates that, under normal use, hazardous voltages 
may be present 
 
Double insulation 
 

Safety Notes 

 

Turn the unit OFF when the device is not in use. 

 

Remove the batteries if the device is to be stored for longer than 60 days.

 

 

Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Batteries may explode or leak.

 

 

Never mix battery types. Always install new batteries of the same type.

 

Cautions 

 

Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death. Read and understand 
this user manual before operating the meter. 

 

Inspect the condition of the thermocouples and the meter itself for any damage before 
operating the meter. Repair or replace any damage before use. 

 

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided 
by the equipment may be impaired. 

 

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Summary of Contents for prc20

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE Thermocouple Calibrator Model PRC20 www GlobalTestSupply com Find Quality Products Online at sales GlobalTestSupply com ...

Page 2: ...y be present Double insulation Safety Notes Turn the unit OFF when the device is not in use Remove the batteries if the device is to be stored for longer than 60 days Never dispose of batteries in a fire Batteries may explode or leak Never mix battery types Always install new batteries of the same type Cautions Improper use of this meter can cause damage shock injury or death Read and understand t...

Page 3: ...t ZERO button 10 Thermocouple mini connector Display Layout 1 SOURCE mode icon 2 ZERO function status icon 3 Thermocouple type 4 MEASURE mode icon 5 Auto Power OFF active icon 6 Battery status icon 7 Measure mode value 8 Measure mode units icon 9 Datalogger memory location 10 Source mode value 11 Source mode units icon 12 Cold Junction Compensation CJC circuit status ON or OFF www GlobalTestSupply...

Page 4: ...4 PRC20 EU EN V1 2 1 13 www GlobalTestSupply com Find Quality Products Online at sales GlobalTestSupply com ...

Page 5: ... I O BUTTON Momentarily press the I O button to select either SOURCE output or MEASURE input CJC ON OFF Simultaneously press the IO and MEM buttons to turn the CJC cold junction compensation on or off The CJC icon will indicate the status Note CJC should normally be ON Backlight BUTTON Momentarily press the Backlight button to turn the backlight on or off ZERO BUTTON In the MEASURE or SOURCE mode ...

Page 6: ...ory location STEP MEM BUTTON The STEP MEM button is used to automatically step through the 5 stored output values The meter can be set for a single cycle of the stored values or a continuous cycle 1 Select the SOURCE mode 2 Press and Hold the STEP MEM button STEPSS single cycle and STEPSC continuous cycle will alternately appear in the display Release the button when the desired mode is displayed ...

Page 7: ...200 0 o C 392 0 o F 200 0 o C 392 0 o F 25 00mV M4 750 0 o C 1382 0 o F 300 0 o C 572 0 o F 500 0 o C 932 0 o F 40 00mV M5 1000 0 o C 1832 0 o F 400 0 o C 752 0 o F 750 0 o C 1382 0 o F 50 00mV To change the values in memory 1 Select the SOURCE mode 2 Press the SET button to select the memory location to be changed 3 Press the arrow buttons to adjust to the new value 4 Momentarily press the MEM bu...

Page 8: ...values can be output either manually or stepped from memory as described earlier 1 Turn the meter ON 2 MEASURE will appear in the display 3 Momentarily press the UNIT button to select F or C 4 Press and Hold the UNIT button for 1 second to change the thermocouple type or mV 5 Press the I O button to select SOURCE 6 Connect the Calibration Cable from the meter to the device to be calibrated 7 Use t...

Page 9: ...atteries observing polarity 3 Replace and secure the battery cover All EU users are legally bound by the Battery Ordinance to return all used batteries to community collection points or wherever batteries accumulators are sold Disposal in household trash or refuse is prohibited Disposal Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle Battery...

Page 10: ...maximum Dimensions 159 x 80 x 44 mm 6 3 x 3 2 x 1 7 Weight 225g 8 oz without batteries Range Specifications Source and Measure Ranges Resolution Accuracy of reading Type J 58 to 1832 F 50 to 1000 C Type K 58 to 2498 F 50 to 1370 C Type T 184 to 752 F 120 to 400 C Type E 58 to 1382 F 50 to 750 C Type C 32 to 3182 F 0 to 1750 C Type R 32 to 3182 F 0 to 1750 C Type S 32 to 3182 F 0 to 1750 C Type N 5...

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