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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
24552
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2019 OEMTOOLS
™
THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
AND SAFETY RULES
1. Know your product. Read this manual carefully. Learn the product’s
applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards specific to it.
2. Maintain labels and nameplates on this product. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact OEMTOOLS™ for a
replacement.
3. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark work areas invite
accidents.
4. Keep children away. All children should be kept away from the work
area. Never let a child handle tools or equipment without strict adult
supervision.
5. DO NOT operate this product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, DO NOT
attempt to operate.
6. Use safety equipment. Eye protection should be worn at all times
when operating this tool. Use ANSI approved safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat or hearing protection should be used in appropriate conditions.
7. Wear proper apparel. Loose clothing, gloves, neck-ties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry may present a potential hazard when
operating this product. Keep all apparel clear of the tool.
8. DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times when
operating this product.
9. Check for damage. Check your camera regularly. If part of the camera
is damaged, it should be carefully inspected to make sure that it can
perform its intended function correctly. If in doubt, the part should
be repaired. Refer all servicing to a qualified technician. Consult your
dealer for advice.
10. Keep away from flammables. DO NOT attempt to operate this product
near flammable materials or combustibles. Failure to comply may
cause serious injury or death.
11. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may
become hazardous when used on another product.
12. Service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury.
13. When servicing a product, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may
create a risk of injury.
14. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit.
Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Keep the work
area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris. DO NOT
use this product in a damp or wet location.
15. Avoid accidental fire and/or explosion. DO NOT smoke near engine
fuel and battery components.
16. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The
operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
17. We believe the information contained herein to be reliable. However,
general technical information is given by us without charge and the
user shall employ such information at their own discretion and risk. We
assume no responsibility for results or damages incurred from the use
of such information in whole or in part.
18. The manufacturer declines any and all responsibility for damage
to property if said damage is the result of unskillful handling by the
operator or of failure to observe the basic safety rules set forth in the
instruction manual.
19. The procedures documented in this manual are to serve as guidelines
for the use of this equipment.
20. The use of this equipment is simple and straightforward if you follow
the instructions. When operating this equipment, use common sense,
and only use this Thermal Imaging Camera for its intended purpose.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The OEMTOOLS™ 24552 Thermal Imaging Camera is a handy tool to
visually detect high and low temperature with both heat-mapped color
palettes and actual temperature reading. This easy-to-use thermal
camera displays and saves images that can be reviewed later from a
microSD card. With a broad temperature range of -4°F to 1,202°F, this
versatile tool can be used for a wide variety of automotive, industrial,
electrical and home applications.
Features
LCD Display
1.8" 128x160 TFT
Thermal Resolution
Resolution 32x32pixels
Image Capture Frequency
9HZ
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD)
≤150 mK
Hot and Cold Spot Tracking
Yes
microSD Memory Card
Yes (Not Included)
Date/Time Setup Controls
Yes
USB Interface
Yes (mini-USB cable)
Temperature
Temperature Measurement Range
-4°F to 1,202°F (-20 to 650°C)
Temperature Measurement Accuracy
±2% as tested (at 25°C)
On-Screen Emissivity Correction
Yes
On-Screen Reflected Background
Yes
Temperature Compensation
Yes
Image Performance
Image Capture Frequency
9 Hz
Detector Type
Infrared Thermopile Array
Sensor
Infrared Spectral Band
6.5 μm to 14 μm
Field of View
33° X 33°
Focus Mechanism
Fixed Focus
Image Presentation
Selectable Palettes
3
Level and Span
Auto
Image Capture and Storage
Image Capture
Captured Thermal Image
Storage Medium
microSD memory card (not
included)
File Format
.bmp
Memory Review
Scroll through all saved images
and view on-screen
Power Requirements
Batteries
(4) AAA (not included)
