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temperatures are to be measured followed by high temperature measurements, some time
(several minutes) is required after the low (and before the high) temperature measurements
are made.
This is a result of the cooling process which must take place for the IR sensor.
6. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
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As battery power is not sufficient, LCD will display “ ” replacement with one new
battery type 9V is required.
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Open battery cover, then take out the battery from instrument and replace with a new
9-Volt battery and place the battery cover back.
Low battery indicator
Open the battery cove
9V battery
7. NOTES:
How it Works
Infrared thermometers measure the surface temperature of an object. The unit’s optics
sense emitted , reflected, and transmitted energy, which is collected and focused onto a
detector. The unit’s electronics translate the information into a temperature reading which is
display on the unit. In units with a laser, the laser is used for aiming purposes only.
Field of View
Make sure that the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target, the closer
you should be to it. When accuracy is critical, make sure the target is at least twice as large
as the spot size.
Distance & Spot Size
As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured by the
unit becomes larger. See: Fig: 1.
Locating a hot Spot
To find a hot spot aim the thermometer outside the area of interest, then scan across with an
up and down motion until you locate hot spot.
Reminders
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Not recommended for use in measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces ( stainless steel,
aluminum, etc.).See Emissivity
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The unit cannot measure through transparent surfaces such as glass. It will measure the
surface temperature of the glass instead.
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Steam, dust, smoke, etc., can prevent accurate measurement by obstructing the unit’s optics.
