310 Sheen-opac Operating Instructions
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1. 310 Operation Manual Page 4 3 OPERATION 3 1 SWITCHING ON Press the Read button A1 Fig 1 and hold for 2 seconds to enable the instrument to take a measurement The 310 automatically switches off approximately 5 seconds after the Read button has been released The reading is retained on the display until the Auto shut down is complete In this way the Instrument cannot remain powered unintentionally and therefore helps to conserve battery life between recharges 3 2 AUTOCAL It is recommended that before the instrument is used that it is placed onto the supplied calibration tile and the automatic calibration function be carried out This will ensure that the instrument is set to the stated standard reading on the gloss tile prior to any testing of product To carry out this function proceed as follows Place the instrument onto the location studs on the gloss tile holder Fig 2 White standard after ensuring that the tile is clean press the Read button A1 and then the autocal button A2 hold both buttons for at least 3 seconds to allow the instrument to settle The instrument will Autocal to the Gloss Units at 60 as stated on the calibration label affixed to the tile holder Release the Autocal button A2 first and then the Read button A1 3 3 TAKING A READING Place the base of the instrument on the surface to be tested Align the Red arrows on the case Fig 4 over the area of interest The base of the2. instrument must be in good contact with the surface to be tested press the Read button A1 and hold for 3 seconds so that the displayed reading may settle the reading on the LCD is shown in Gloss Units Fig 1 CONTROL amp DISPLAY SHEENOPAC 310 Fig 2 GLOSS TILE WHITE STANDARD GREY CHECK 310 Operation Manual Page 5 4 CALIBRATION 4 1 Procedure Automatic Calibration There is no need to adjust the zero of this instrument To reset the calibration value place the instrument on the supplied calibration tile Fig 3 making sure the base is flat and located onto the left hand and centre studs Press the Read button A1 and then the Autocal button A2 The instrument will Automatically calibrate to the White Standard tile value as stated on the tile label This function takes approximately 2 seconds to complete Release the Autocal button A2 first and then the Read button A1 Allow the instrument to Auto shut down Press the Read button A1 for a second time to verify that the value displayed will be that of the tile label in Gloss Units fig 3 4 2 Procedure Manual Calibration Place the instrument on the supplied calibration tile Fig 3 making sure that the base is flat and located onto the left hand and centre studs Press the Read button A1 and hold then using the Cal buttons A3 A4 raise the reading A3 or Lower the reading A
3. will invalidate the guarantee 5 2 General Maintenance No routine maintenance is required only to insure that the instrument is kept clean as a general good house keeping policy No chemicals should be used to either clean the outer case or the LC Display of contamination Where in house facilities exist or when it is not practical to return the instrument on a regular basis for service it may be necessary to inspect and clean the optics assembly within the instrument housing See fig 5 this may be more evident where the instrument is used in dusty or contaminated conditions It is recommended that the optics be cleaned as detailed in the Service Manual 310 OCL which is available on request Where electronic or mechanical repairs are required these should only be carried out by your dealer and it is advised that regular Calibration is performed on this instrument to insure that satisfactory operation is maintained 5 3 LAMP CHANGING Due to the complexity of the optical system and the Autocal circuitry it is recommended that the instrument is returned to your local Authorised Sheen service centre Fig 5 General View Optic Assembly lt 45 2 i 17 4 1 1 I 1 ElektroPhysik USA Inc exclusive USA agents for Sheen Instruments 770 W Algonquin Road Arlington Heights IL 60005 USA www epkusa com Tel 847 437 6616 Fax 847 437 0053 082004epkusa 310 Operation Manual Page 7
4. 4 to the value stated on the tile label Release the Read button A1 and allow the instrument to Auto shut down Press the Read button A1 and verify that the value has been established and held within memory if not repeat the above function Remove the instrument from the calibration tile White Standard and locate on the centre and right hand studs over the Grey Check Standard Press the Read button A1 and hold for approximately 3 seconds to allow the instrument to settle verify that the reading displayed on the instrument is the same as the Gloss Tile value stated on the tile label Fig 3 Fig 3 VALUES AT 1190 1 XX X GLOSS TILE VALUES Fig 4 OPTICAL ALIGNMENT 101N Operation Manual Page 6 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Batteries The batteries are Ni Cad rechargeable type and therefore will require to be charged as usage of the instrument dictates When the batteries require to be charged the legend Low Bat in the upper left hand corner of the LC Display is shown It should be noted that the batteries should only be charged from the supplied adapter unit The 310 may be operated during the period of battery re charging full charge of the batteries will take approximately 16 hours NO OTHER MAINS POWERED ADAPTER CHARGER UNIT should be used to charge the batteries or connected to the instrument to overcome flat batteries as this may result in serious damage to the instrument and
5. OPERATION MANUAL 310 A MAN ISSUE A 1997 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Control Functions SPECIFICATION OPERATION 3 1 Switching On 3 2 Autocal 3 3 Taking a Reading CALIBRATION 4 1 Procedure Automatic Calibration 4 2 Procedure Manual Calibration MAINTENANCE 5 1 Batteries 5 2 General Maintenance 5 3 Lamp Changing 310 Operation Manual Page 2 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 Introduction The Sheen Opac 310 Reflectometer is a hand held instrument for measuring luminous reflectance of plane surfaces The optical arrangement has been designed using a geometry of 45 0 to conform to ISO 6504 ASTM E97 and DIN 55984 specifications The 310 can be Automatically calibrated on the supplied tile or manually to any tile This allows ease of use while allowing the operator to calibrate as close to the value of the surface under investigation The measuring range of the instrument is 0 100 units 100 being the value of the perfect reflecting diffuser Typical applications are for the measurement of hiding power of coatings and inks and perform basic shade sorting for materials such as plastics ceramics and anodised aluminium The 310 is designed to be used only on flat surfaces Mullti function LC display indicating gloss units with additional indication for low battery warning Extended battery life is maintained by automatic power shut down after approximately 5 seconds of releasi
6. ng the read button Measurement time of approximately 1 second with an off to on cycle time of 5 seconds The instrument is powered by a rechargeable battery pack fitted internally and is supplied with a mains powered recharger this allows the instrument to be charged overnight ready for the next day A reference tile and battery charger are supplied within the lightweight carrying case for the 310 aiding the protection and portability of the instrument 1 2 Control Functions The instruments functions are controlled by four push button switches located on the Control and Display Panel Two switches either side of the LC Display Fig 1 1 Ai Read 3 A3 Raise value 2 A2 Autocal 4 A4 Lower value Fig 1 310 Operation Manual Page 3 2 SPECIFICATION PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS WEIGHT CHARGER VOLTAGE BATTERY VOLTAGE BATTERY LIFE MODE BATTERY LIFE MODE CHARGED SHELF LIFE OPERATION AUTO SHUT DOWN CONTINUOUS DISPLAY TYPE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS ACCURACY WORKING ENVIRONMENT AMBIENT HUMIDITY REPEATABILITY EMC COMPLIANCE OTHER STANDARDS 47mmD x 93mmH x 117mmW 0 8 Kg 20 Volts DC at 0 66 Amps 7 2 Volts DC Continuous Batch Mode Intermittent 3 Months Storage 7 Hours 3 Hours Back Lit LC Display Low Battery Gloss Units Calibration Value 1 Gloss Unit 15 to 35 Degrees C 80 RH Non Condensing 1 Gloss Unit ISO 6504 DIN 55984 AND ASTM E97
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