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Safety information 

 

 

2.1 Symbols used 

 

This note comprises instructions needed to follow directions, specifications, 
proper working procedure and to avoid data loss, damage or destruction of 
the instrument. 

 

This note signifies a warning about dangers to life and limb if the apparatus 
is handled improperly. Observe these notes and be particularly careful in 
these cases. Also inform other users on all safety notes. Besides the notes 
in this instruction manual the generally applicable safety instructions and 
regulations for prevention of accidents must be observed.

 

 

2.2 Safety notes and hints  

 

It is strictly forbidden to open the housing of the ZRM 6006. If not observed, 
all the guarantee and liability claims to Proceq SA will be void. 

 

The ZRM 6006 is a high quality, state of the art instrument and is safe to 
operate. Nevertheless there is a chance of risk when the instrument is 
handled inappropriately. 

 

Every person working with the ZRM 6006 or maintaining the ZRM 6006 must 
read and understand the manual completely. In particular the safety 
precautions and warnings. 

 

The ZRM 6006 is exclusively intended for the determination of night visibility 
(R

L

) and/or day visibility (Qd) as well as ambient temperature (°C/°F) and 

relative humidity (rH %). Any other use is considered as not being in 
accordance with the intentions of the manufacturer. The manufacturer is not 
liable for damage resulting from inappropriate application. The user bears 
the full responsibility.  

 

Proceq SA

 refuses all warranty and liability claims for damages caused by 

usage of the ZRM 6006 in combination with 

non-original accessories

, or 

accessories from 3

rd

 party suppliers. 

 

Unauthorized modifications and changes of the ZRM 6006 are not allowed. 

 

Reproduction without permission is not allowed.  

 

 

Summary of Contents for Zehntner ZRM 6006

Page 1: ...ZRM 6006 Retroreflectometer RL Qd Instruction Manual from Firmware v 1 3 ...

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Page 3: ...leaning of the calibration standard 13 7 Measure 14 7 1 Carrying out exact measurements 14 7 2 Measuring profiled markings from 5 12 mm 16 7 2 1 Getting started 17 7 2 2 Measurements with profile distances under 300 mm 18 7 2 3 Measurements with profile distances over 300 mm 20 7 2 4 Explanation of profile measurements 23 7 3 Wet measurements 24 8 Built in battery and charging 25 8 1 Battery 25 8 ...

Page 4: ...4 9 2 Cleaning 26 10 Errors 27 11 Graphical illustration of the measuring principles 28 11 1 Night visibility RL 28 11 2 Day visibility 28 12 Technical specification 29 Glossary 30 ...

Page 5: ... SA to update Some of the images shown in this instruction manual may be of a pre production model and or are computer generated therefore the design features of the delivered product may differ in various aspects The instruction manual has been drafted with the utmost care Nevertheless errors cannot be entirely excluded The manufacturer will not be liable for errors in this instruction manual or ...

Page 6: ...keep the reflectometer simple and inexpensive The determination of both night and day visibility in all ambient lighting conditions Day and Night Ultrafast retroreflection measurement RL and Qd in about only 2 seconds Easy and clearly arranged handling with only one operating button and one on off button Transflective display for optimal readability Long battery life Easy and quick calibration Sui...

Page 7: ...he art instrument and is safe to operate Nevertheless there is a chance of risk when the instrument is handled inappropriately Every person working with the ZRM 6006 or maintaining the ZRM 6006 must read and understand the manual completely In particular the safety precautions and warnings The ZRM 6006 is exclusively intended for the determination of night visibility RL and or day visibility Qd as...

Page 8: ...e on the delivery receipt and request the courier to countersign it Moreover the courier service must be held responsible for the damage in writing If a hidden damage is discovered while unpacking you have to inform and hold the courier liable immediately in the following way When opening the parcel we had to notice that etc This superficial checking of the goods has to be done within the time lim...

Page 9: ...llowing parts are included in the delivery 1 ZRM 6006 Retroreflectometer 1 calibration standard 1 universal battery charger 100 240V 50 60 Hz 1 certificate of manufacturer 1 certificate of calibration 1 carrying case with wheels ...

Page 10: ... the case Nevertheless please take care that for shipments the case has to be put into a cardboard box and protected with filling material The transportation case is an optimal storage case for the equipment When not in use The ZRM 6006 should be locked into the calibration standard and safely stowed in the carrying case ...

Page 11: ...11 4 Device overview 1 On off button 2 Display 3 Measuring button 4 Measuring area 5 Handle 6 Port for battery charger 2 5 1 3 6 4 ...

Page 12: ... press the measuring button shortly If the measuring button is not pressed within 2 seconds the instrument switches back to measuring mode and the main screen will be displayed If the calibration is successful a check will be shown behind the calibration value If the calibration value differs from the factory calibration by more than 15 an X will be displayed Values with high deviation will not be...

Page 13: ... years and should be replaced or recalibrated by Zehntner after this time The working standard delivered with the ZRM 6006 is not changeable and is valid only for the delivered instrument 6 3 Cleaning of the calibration standard If the calibration standard is soiled or covered by dust it can be cleaned carefully using window cleaner and a soft tissue A damaged or a polluted calibration standard ma...

Page 14: ...BAT LO BAT CRIT are displayed To make a measurement press the measuring button shortly not more than 4 seconds 7 1 Carrying out exact measurements The ZRM 6006 should be placed as even as possible Put the ZRM 6006 on the sample or marking to be measured For unevenness from 1 mm up to 5 mm in longitudinal direction the given measuring geometry is warranted Bigger unevenness may lead to wrong measur...

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Page 16: ... flat The length of the samples should be at least 500 mm in order to guarantee that the instrument stands on all 3 feet Make sure to use large enough absolutely plane samples insensitive to moisture as e g sheet steel 7 2 Measuring profiled markings from 5 12 mm The ZRM 6006 is capable of measuring profiled road markings with profiles up to 5 mm However if the profile is higher than 5 mm you will...

Page 17: ...indicators on the Retroreflectometer measuring area and measuring direction Point A is at the end of the arrow measuring direction Point B is at the end line of the measuring area These indicators are located on both sides of the equipment When measuring a profiled road marking the raised part of the road marking has to be located between point A and point B ...

Page 18: ...ces under 300 mm 1 Place the instrument on the profile whereas Point B is on the middle of the profiled marking take a measurement Chosen profile 2 Move the instrument forward for approximately 5 cm and take the next measurement Chosen profile ...

Page 19: ...once again so that Point A is in the middle of the profiled marking and take a measurement Chosen profile 4 Make the average value of the three measurements Repeating this procedure on further measuring points ensures a better accuracy ...

Page 20: ...The support plate has always to be placed at the rear side of the instrument and can reach maximum to the screws of the base plate To all other side unlimited Correct placement of the support plate Screws of the base plate 1 Place the instrument on the profile whereas Point B is on the middle of the profiled marking take a measurement Side view of the unit Bottom view of the unit the support plate...

Page 21: ...21 Chosen profile 2 Move the instrument and the support plate forward for approximately 5 cm and take the next measurement Chosen profile ...

Page 22: ...t plate forward once again so that Point A is in the middle of the profiled marking and take a measurement Chosen profile 4 Make the average value of the three measurements Repeating this procedure on further measuring points ensures a better accuracy ...

Page 23: ...ack a higher value than the top of the profile By moving the device and taking several measurements you will get back a value that judges the face and the top of the profile Principle of RL measurement The testing instruments are built in accordance with this illustration in reduced scale Driving direction ...

Page 24: ...Moisten the road marking in the required way e g with the bucket method The ZRM 6006 should be far enough away that it will not get wet Start the timer Wait until approx 10 seconds before the timer setting expires and set the instrument onto the previously moistened road marking Start the measurement when the timer reached zero Never pour water on the instrument Never dip the ZRM 6006 into water D...

Page 25: ...nect the charger to a wall socket 100 240 V 50 60 Hz The special plug on the battery cable has a reverse polarity protection The ZRM 6006 can be turned off or on while charging The battery charger may be connected to the ZRM 6006 also after finishing the charging cycle as long as it is still connected to a wall socket For disconnecting the charger press on the push button on the port for battery c...

Page 26: ...plugged from power supply and turned off before any maintenance except for charging The instrument consists of sensitive optic and electronic precision parts Protect it from shocks moisture and dust Please store the instrument in the transportation case 9 2 Cleaning We recommend that the instrument is checked and certified by Zehntner every two years Otherwise clean the instrument periodically usi...

Page 27: ...Page 27 10 Errors In case an error message is shown on the display please contact Proceq SA and indicate the language code and the number beneath shown on the display ...

Page 28: ... conditions The illumination angle is 1 24 The angle definitions above are valid for EN 1436 It is important to understand that EN 1436 and ASTM E1710 use different illustration of the same angles 11 2 Day visibility Qd is the luminance coefficient under diffuse illumination day visibility of road markings The observation angle of 2 29 corresponds to the viewing distance of a vehicle driver of 30 ...

Page 29: ...5 with instruction Measuring period approx 2 seconds for RL and Qd Memory none Display transflective luminous graphical LCD display with LED backlight External charger 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 50 VA universal Battery Li Ion Mn 14 4 V 6 5 Ah Charging time approx 3 hours Life cycle LED approx 500 000 measurements Operating 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F non condensing Storage 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F non con...

Page 30: ...evice 6 Device overview 11 E Errors 27 Exclusion of liability 5 Extent of delivery 9 F Features 6 I Instrument Delivery 8 Description 6 Extent of delivery 9 M Maintenance 26 Charging 25 Cleaning 26 Measurements Profile distances over 300 mm 20 Profile distances under 300 mm 18 Profiled markings 17 Measuring angles 28 Measuring area 29 Measuring geometry 28 Measuring principle RL and Qd 28 N Night ...

Page 31: ...Page 31 T Technical specification 29 Transportation Damages 8 Turning off 12 Turning on 12 W Wet measurements 24 ...

Page 32: ...Subject to change Copyright 2017 by Proceq SA Schwerzenbach All rights reserved www proceq com Version 2 0 dated 10 04 2019 82041002E ...

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