Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge Types F and FNF
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3. Elcometer 311 Elcomotor Refinishing Gauge Types F and FNF Operating Instructions en elcometer Equipment described in these instructions is covered by the following Patents FNF UK Patent No GB2306009B and FNF US Patent No 5886522 This product meets the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive C The product is Class B Group 1 ISM equipment according to CISPR 11 Group 1 ISM product A product in which there is intentionally generated and or used conductively coupled radio frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself Class B product are suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes elcometer is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited All other trademarks acknowledged Copyright Elcometer Limited 2009 2012 All rights reserved No part of this Document may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or otherwise or translated into any language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via www elcometer com Doc No TMA 0260 Issue 05 Text with Cover No 16861 elcometer CONTENTS Section Page 1 About your gauge soc ai Sa eee
4. e coating thickness the measurement units um or mils on FNF gauges only the substrate type F ferrous or NF non ferrous a Thereading may be inaccurate if the probe is not held flat against the surface elcometer 4 CALIBRATION CHECK Before carrying out a measurement it is good practice to check the performance of the gauge using the following procedure 1 Place foil on checkpiece 2 Place probe onto foil 3 Read display Metric gauges The gauge reading should be between 100 um and 140 um Imperial gauges The gauge reading should be between 4 0 mils and 6 0 mils If the gauge does not measure the foils on the checkpiece correctly consult your local Elcometer supplier or contact Elcometer directly Worldwide sales elcometer com Or USA Canada inc Qelcometer com 5 STORAGE This gauge incorporates a Liquid Crystal Display LCD If the display is heated above 50 C 120 F AN it may be damaged This can happen if the gauge is left in a car parked in strong sunlight Always store the gauge in its carrying pouch when it is not being used elcometer 6 MAINTENANCE You own one of the finest hand held refinishing gauges in the world If looked after it will last a lifetime The gauge does not contain any user serviceable components In the unlikely event of a fault the gauge should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer The warranty will be invalidated if the instrum
5. ent has been opened Calibration Regular calibration checks over the life of the gauge are a requirement of quality management procedures such as ISO 9000 and other standards For checks and certification contact your local Elcometer supplier or Elcometer direct Probe The probe will wear with repeated use Probe life depends on the number of measurements taken and the manner in which readings are taken To extend probe life always set the probe down so that it is perpendicular to the panel surface Never drag the probe along the surface as doing so will drastically reduce the life of the probe Replacement of the probe must be carried out by Elcometer c o elcometer 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Scale range Resolution Accuracy Minimum substrate thickness For specified accuracy Measurement speed Display Character height Operating temperature Dimensions Weight incl dry batteries Battery type Battery life Foil metric gauges Foil imperial gauges 0 um to 500 um 0 mils to 20 mils 10 um 0 5 mils 5 or 20 um 1 0 mil whichever is the greater Steel 800 um 30 mils Aluminium 300 um 12 mils 311FNF only gt 30 readings per minute Liquid Crystal Display LCD 31 Digits 10 mm 0 4 0 to 50 C 32 F to 120 F 56 mm x 24 mm x 125 mm 2 2 x 0 95 x 4 9 115 g 4 oz 2 x LRO3 AAA alkaline dry batteries or rechargeable equivalents 209 hours continuous alkaline
6. plier if you have any questions c o elcometer 2 GETTING STARTED 2 1 FITTING BATTERIES The Elcometer 311 may be used with dry cell batteries or rechargeable batteries 2 x LRO3 AAA alkaline batteries are supplied with the gauge To fit or replace batteries 1 Locate battery compartment cover at rear of gauge 2 Lift off battery compartment cover 3 Place batteries in the battery clips ensuring correct polarity 4 Replace battery compartment cover Note Remove the batteries from the gauge if it is to remain unused for a long period of time This will prevent damage to the gauge in the event of malfunction of the batteries 2 2 LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE When the battery voltage is low the battery symbol illuminates on the display The gauge will still function but new batteries are recommended e When the battery symbol flashes the batteries must be replaced 2 3 SWITCHING THE GAUGE ON OFF To switch on place the probe against any hard surface the gauge will switch on automatically The gauge will switch off automatically after one minute of inactivity 4 elcometer 3 TAKING A MEASUREMENT Before taking a measurement it is good practice to check the performance of the gauge using the calibration check procedure see Calibration check on page 6 1 Hold the gauge with the probe pressed firmly against the surface you are measuring 2 Read the coating thickness shown on the display The screen displays th
7. rsions 311F for measurement on steel bodies 811FNF for measurement on steel and aluminium bodies Both versions are available in either metric or imperial units of measurement The metric gauges display thickness readings in microns um and the imperial gauges display thickness in mils thousandths of an inch Every gauge is factory calibrated The user can check calibration with the checkpiece and foil supplied with the gauge Adjustment of the Elcometer 311 by the user is not possible The Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is powered by internal dry cell batteries 1 1 GAUGE FEATURES 1 2 WHAT THE BOX CONTAINS elcometer Easy to use Instant readings No calibration Ferrous F and dual ferrous non ferrous FNF versions available Bigfoot for stable and repeatable readings Choice of Metric or Imperial versions Automatic on off Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge F or FNF 2 x LRO3 AAA alkaline batteries Steel checkpiece Aluminium checkpiece 311FNF only Foil Carrying case Operating instructions The Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is packed in a cardboard and foam package Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge please take some time to read these Operating Instructions Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer sup
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