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OPERATING PROCEDURE & OWNERS MANUAL

Electronic Gold 
& Platinum Tester
Model AGT1

AuRACLE

Содержание AuRACLE AGT1

Страница 1: ...OPERATINGPROCEDURE OWNERSMANUAL Electronic Gold Platinum Tester Model AGT1 AuRACLE ...

Страница 2: ... identifying platinum While it works incredibly well be aware that by design the AGT1 only tests the surface of the metal However if used properly and in accordance with the instructions coupled with common sense guidelines as in part are described in detail below it can and will provide the user with incredible results like no other tester on the market within its class The AuRACLE AGT1 is an adv...

Страница 3: ...isture it may not test correctly The metal being tested must be clean of any obvious dirt or contaminant that might interfere with the contact of the pen probe to the metal The tester may be used otherwise with little concern for normal surface dirt or hand oil and will work perfectly It is imperative that the pen probe tip be cleaned from time to time especially when it visibly appears dirty or e...

Страница 4: ...ink gold with a non destructive test 2 If simple steps are followed also assists to identify non gold gold plate and gold filled material as NA 3 Assists to identify platinum 4 Test results are indicated by an LED bar graph 5 Tests most any size piece of gold and platinum jewelry 6 Immediate test results with no waiting between tests 7 Uses included replaceable pen probe Item 2000 1 that provides ...

Страница 5: ...d Tester perform calibration 11 Portable and powered by 1 included 9V alkaline battery or its accessory 100 240V multi voltage AC adaptor sold separately Item 2001 12 Includes pen probe 9V alkaline battery and file ...

Страница 6: ...GemOro 6 2 9 13 4 5 6 3 8 7 10 12 1 11 ...

Страница 7: ... 2 Calibration button 3 Replace battery indicator 4 Replace pen probe indicator 5 Calibrated indicator 6 System ready indicator 7 Power switch Battery external AC 8 AC receptacle 9 Testing plate 10 Pen probe 11 Pen probe protective cap 12 Pen probe male connection jack 13 Battery compartment ...

Страница 8: ...e Room temperature of 65F to 75F is best although higher and lower temperatures work just fine Ideal Air Relative Humidity 25 to 50 As with any electronics do not use the AuRACLE AGT1 in or around water Net Weight 128 5g tester only CAUTION Disassembling the AGT1 other than opening the battery compartment door for battery replacement voids the warranty VIDEO OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Please go to w...

Страница 9: ...ase be aware that by incorrectly inserting the battery by force into the battery holder the wrong way with the polarity reversed while the power switch is in the BATT position you will likely damage the AGT1 and void the warranty 2 To turn on the AGT1 turn the power switch located on the right side of the tester to BATT if using batteries or to EXT AC if using the optional AC adaptor The green LED...

Страница 10: ...is is a normal occurrence and will be remedied by simply calibrating the AGT1 as described in 4 below If calibration does not remedy this it is a sign of a defective or spent pen probe If it is a defective pen probe be aware that the REPLACE PROBE light will not go out until a good pen probe is connected to the AGT1 and it is then recalibrated 4 BEFORE USING THE AGT1 AND EACH TIME IT IS TURNED ON ...

Страница 11: ...ng you intend to use it continuously it is recommended to use the optional AC adaptor and keep the AGT1 turned on throughout the day without fear of damaging the device PROCEDURE FOR CALIBRATION CHECK THE PEN PROBE Prior to calibrating touch and hold the probe pen tip to the gold testing area If the LED s do not climb from right to left there may be a problem with the pen probe If there is a probl...

Страница 12: ...of testing gold and especially testing gold filled or base metals will cause slight chemical changes in the pen probe As such a simple recalibration should be used to confirm and maintain accurate readings The readings will have a tendency to drift upwards as contamination to the pen probe tip occurs This contamination is a natural byproduct of using the tester and is adjusted for in the recalibra...

Страница 13: ...rnative method has been used Heavily gold plated and gold filled jewelry will test as karat gold if not filed first USE COMMON SENSE BEFORE INTERPRETING THE TEST RESULTS You should always follow some common sense guidelines before making your final determination of the karat or authenticity of the precious metal being tested Please keep in mind that those misrepresenting fake jewelry as real can b...

Страница 14: ... be suspect Gold is a dense metal and has an associated greater weight than most other non precious metals Platinum is an even denser metal than gold while weighing approximately 1 3 more than 18K gold GUIDELINE D Check the color of the gold since non gold substitutes are often flashed or plated with 24K gold to enhance its color and consequently the gold will look too yellow Since 24K gold is a r...

Страница 15: ...robe and test piece still and stable It is sufficient to merely make contact with the metal and not necessary to apply much pressure STEP C If it is not gold or platinum the LED bar graph will go to NA If it is karat gold the LED bar graph will go to an area within a certain range within that karat Please note that due to the different characteristics of the varied colors of gold the LED bar graph...

Страница 16: ...d it will always test as NA MAINTENANCE 1 The AGT1 is a very sensitive instrument You should always protect it when it is not in use 2 Always replace the protective cap on the pen probe when not in use to keep the pen probe tip from becoming damaged dried out or contaminated The cap should be pushed fully onto the pen such that it clicks into place If the cap is not replaced for an extended period...

Страница 17: ... recommended to avoid testing known costume jewelry to prolong the life of the pen probe and avoid the need for more frequent recalibration 5 The gold testing plate may be cleaned by gently wiping it using only a dry paper towel 6 The need for battery replacement will be identified by the red LED labeled REPLACE BATTERY becoming illuminated The AGT1 will not function once the change battery light ...

Страница 18: ...e OFF position Always use a high quality fresh 9V alkaline battery for best results Be certain not to lay the AGT1 upside down when inserting the battery or damage to the AGT1 including its LED s may occur and void the warranty 2 If using an AC adaptor for the AGT1 only use the specified factory AC adapter or damage to the AGT1 may occur and void the warranty 3 The AGT1 is designed to easily test ...

Страница 19: ...required please contact your supplier or the factory Any attempt to repair the tester will void the warranty TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES TESTER START UP Warm Up Time For best results allow a 2 minute warm up time PRIOR to performing the initial calibration of the tester If using the optional AC adaptor after the AGT1 has warmed up and been calibrated you may keep the unit turned on with no fear of ...

Страница 20: ...perly The recommended minimum size for the calibration piece is 10mm round An approved GemOro 14K yellow gold calibration piece is available as an accessory Item 2002 Replace Probe Light Sometimes the REPLACE PROBE light will illuminate when the AGT1 is first turned on and if this occurs simply calibrate the AGT1 and this will remedy the problem If not it is an indication that the pen probe is spe...

Страница 21: ...ctrum This is a normal reading for platinum especially if the platinum has not been filed first before testing Always File Gold Before Testing When buying unknown metals always file it first to avoid being fooled Remember the AGT1 is a surface tester For best results and to avoid being fooled by plating etc it is critical that you first file down to the underlying metal in every sample being teste...

Страница 22: ...old and gold filled or base metals will cause slight chemical changes in the pen probe To adjust for this chemical change the calibration process is needed To ensure accurate readings recalibrate the unit from time to time and wipe the pen probe tip to clean it with a dry paper towel each time prior to recalibrating Effects of Alloys When alloyed with gold COPPER and NICKEL will drive readings dow...

Страница 23: ...red by this warranty These warranties become effective from the date of original purchase after the purchaser fills out the WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM at www gemoroproducts com warrantyregistration within 30 days of its purchase If this criteria is not followed the AGT1 will automatically be covered by a 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY from the date of your AGT1 purchase as noted on the bill of sale if su...

Страница 24: ... IEC EN61010 1 2010 EMC Directive 2004 107 EC Product Name s Electronic Gold Tester Product Model Number s GemOro AuRacle AGTI Year in which conformity is declared 2011 I the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the Directive s and Standard s Location 724 Claremont Avenue Signature On File Tamaqua PA 18252 Date December 22 2011 Full Name Gerald Petrole Sr Posit...

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Страница 26: ...pic Drive Dallas Texas 75220 USA 214 351 0380 or 800 527 0719 214 351 1903 or 800 832 9871 FAX gemoroservice sykessler com www gemoroproducts com warrantyregistration www gemoroproducts com www auracletester com ...

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