the Raytemp 38 Manual
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1. and minimum differential and average readings will be reset when the instrument powers down Max min reading can also be displayed whilst using the probe function To view the MIN reading press and hold the C F button or to view the MAX reading press and hold the Lock button HIGH amp LOW ALARMS To access and set the high alarm press the Mode button until HAL is displayed To adjust the high alarm value use the C F and the Lock buttons To access and set the low alarm press the Mode button until LAL is displayed To adjust the low alarm value use the C F and the Lock buttons An audible warning will sound and the HI or LOW icon will be displayed in the LCD when the temperature measured is outside the high or low alarm parameters C F The C F button toggles between celsius and fahrenheit measurements Press and hold the C F button without depressing the trigger until the C or F scale changes Please note the instrument s default is to start up in C LOCK FUNCTION The Lock button temporarily disables the auto power off and is used for continuous monitoring of temperatures for up to 60 minutes Press the Lock button without depressing the trigger until the LOCK icon is displayed in the LCD The unit will now continuously measure temperature without the need to depress the trigger To turn off the lock function press and hold the Lock button LCD BACKLIGHT The LCD2. backlight function can be turned on or off by depressing the trigger and simultaneously pressing the Lock button EMISSIVITY The RayTemp 38 has a default emissivity of 0 95 but is adjustable from 0 1 to 1 00 The closer the emissivity value is set to the actual emissivity value of the object being measured the more accurate the readings will be To adjust the emissivity press the Emis button and use the C F and the Lock buttons Note non contact intrared thermometers are not recommended for use in measuring shiny or polished metals LASER POINTERS The dual laser pointer function can be turned on or off by depressing the trigger and simultaneously pressing the C F button For safety the laser pointer will only activate when the trigger button is depressed The laser module is a Class 2 device that has a maximum power output of less than 1 mW at a wavelength of 660nm Prolonged continuous exposure such as staring at the beams can be harmful and should be avoided Do not look at the beams with any optical instrument ERROR MESSAGES If the measured temperature goes below or above the range of the instrument Hi or Lo will appear in the LCD display When the measured temperature returns within the range of the instrument readings will automatically be displayed Er2 will or Er3 will appear in the LCD display when the unit is exposed to rapid changes in ambient temperature The thermometer should be allowed time to stabil
3. ise within its working environment allow 30 minutes For all other error messages the user will need to reset the Raylemp 38 by removing the batteries then reinsert the batteries If the error message remains contact the ETI service department STORAGE amp CLEANING The sensor lens is the most delicate part of the Raylemp 38 The lens should be kept clean at all times care should be taken when cleaning the lens using only a soft cloth or cotton swab with water or medical alcohol allowing the lens to fully dry before using the Raylemp 38 do not submerge any part of the unit The instrument should be stored at room temperature between 10 to 40 C BATTERIES The low battery icon left indicates that the batteries need replacing as soon as possible The a instrument will continue to function but to maintain accuracy new batteries are required Replace both batteries with AAA or equivalent 1 5 volt batteries EMC RFI Readings may be affected if the unit is operated within a radio frequency electromagnetic field strength of approximately 3 volts per metre but the performance of the instrument will not be permanently affected WARRANTY GUARANTEE All ETI manufactured instruments carry a two year warranty guarantee against defects in either components or workmanship During this period products that prove to be defective will at the discretion of ETI be either repaired or replaced without charge Instruments that have not been ma
4. nufactured by ETI will be subject to a warranty period of twelve months Such warranties do not apply to probes where a six month period is offered This six month period also applies to a probe where it is an integral part of an instrument The product warranty guarantee does not cover damage caused by fair wear and tear abnormal storage conditions incorrect use accidental misuse abuse neglect misapplication or modification or use with non ETI hardware software The user should make themselves aware of the proper use of measurement equipment including maintenance calibration and comparison with other instruments Information relating to this may be obtained from ETI and or www etiltd co uk care Full details of liability are available within ETl s terms amp conditions of sale available by request or at www etiltd co uk terms In line with our policy of continuous development we reserve the right to amend our product specification without prior notice Nothing in these conditions will reduce your statutory rights relating to faulty or misrepresented goods For further information about your statutory rights contact your local authority Trading Standards Department or Citizens Advice Bureau Claims under warranty should be sent to the address below supplied by Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd tel 01903 202151 tax 01903 202445 e mail sales etiltd co uk gt www etiltd co uk
5. operating instructions for RayTemp 38 infrared amp probe thermometer Simply aim the Raylemp 38 infrared IR thermometer at the target and depress the trigger to measure the surface temperature The SCAN icon will appear in the LCD display When the trigger is released the reading is automatically held for 60 seconds and HOLD is displayed after which the thermometer will shut down MEASUREMENT ZONE TARGET DISTANCE The measurement zone is proportional to the distance the RayTemp is away from the target The thermometer is equipped with a 50 1 lens If the target is 1250mm away the measurement zone will be 25mm across THERMOCOUPLE PROBE SENSOR To display the thermocouple probe temperature press and hold the Mode button until PRB is displayed If the thermocouple breaks or is not connected in addition the instrument will display noP The thermometer should only be used with thermocouple type K nickel chromium nickel aluminium probes or sensors that meet BS EN 60584 1996 standard and are fitted with a suitable miniature thermocouple plug MAXIMUM MINIMUM DIFFERENTIAL amp AVERAGE To access the maximum reading press the Mode button until MAX is displayed To access the minimum reading press the Mode button again until MIN is displayed To access the differential readings press the Mode button until dIF is displayed To access the average reading press the Mode button again until AVG is displayed Maximum
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