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22.
What precautions should I take to ensure correct readings especially at high resistances i.e. 10
11
ohms, 10
12
ohms.
Answer:
Do not touch the coiled cords or external probes when taking a reading at high resistance values. In addition do not
have the cords touch each other . The teadings may be higher than the resistance of the wire or probe paint insulation.
23.
What solutions should I use to clean the meter or probes ?
Answer
: Use a mild detergent water solution. Stronger solvents will attack the meter case and or probe rubber.
24.
Why do I need a ground cord ?
Answer
: When you are in an electric field (60 cycles AC) or at a potential higher higher than ground it helps to bring the meter
and circuit board to the same potential as the grounded material which is tested. The two cords act like an aerial and will receive
this electrical magnetic and radio interference and cause errors in the measurement. Grounding will eliminate this interference.
25.
The meter did not work when I removed the cords from the external probes and tried to measure resistivity. Why ?
Answer
: You must remove the cords from the meter to activate the probes on the bottom of the meter. The cords must also be
removed from the meter case. Merely detaching the cords from the probes will not activate the bottom parallel probes. Do not keep
the coil cords in the meter when not using the external probes. Occasionally due to stress the jack will not return to the original
position and the internal probes will not work and a code 20 or other error message will be displayed.
26.
The external black rubber probes have tendency to mark white surfaces. What can I do to clean the surfaces
especially in clean rooms.
Answer:
Place the probes on the surface and not move them while testing. If the meters are going into as clean room cleaning
off the surface after usage with alcohol is suggested.
27.
I was carrying the case and it opened. Why?
Answer:
There are two safety locks on the case which must be fully latched in order to prevent premature opening during
travel. Always check the case before carrying it offsite.
28.
Can I charge the meter with the power supply?
Answer:
Yes and no. You can charge the battery in the case only if you use a rechargeable battery. You CANNOT use an
alkaline battery with the AC adapter. It might cause problems and negates the warranty.
29.
Can I use the meter to test chairs, and smocks?
Answer:
First read the EOS specifications 12.1 and 2.1 . This will explain the procedures. You must use the correct probes
which are available from Static Solutions and are enclosed in the RT-1000 case.
30.
What other accessories are available?
Answer
: Probes to measure miniature or small size parts, probes to measure shoes, probes to measure wrist straps, and probes to
measure resistivity by the concentric ring procedure. We also enclose a probe to test whether the electrical ground is accurate.
A calibration box is also available. This CB-9000 is available from an
authorized distributor of Static Solutions
. The meter can
be sent back to Static Solutions in order to be calibrated and issued a NIST certificate.
Any questions regarding these procedures or other questions should be directed to our Engineering staff or customer service
representative by calling 508.480.0700. Static Solutions Inc.331 Boston Post Road-East Marlboro. MA. 01752.