Infrared Thermometer
OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
Your RadioShack Infrared Thermometer is compact and easy to use. Just aim, press the button, and read the temperature in less than a second! You can safely measure surface temperatures of hot, hazard- ous, or
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Your thermometer requires one 12V battery (not supplied) for power. For the best performance and longest life, we recommend a RadioShack alkaline battery.
Caution: Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recom- mended type.
1.Push the tab on the battery compartment cover toward the top of the thermometer and lift the cover off.
2.Place the battery in the compartment with the positive terminal (+) to the left.
3.Replace the cover.
When the thermometer stops operating properly, replace the battery.
Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the thermometer for a month or more, remove the battery. Batteries can leak chemicals that can de- stroy electronic parts.
Notes:
•Shiny or polished surfaces can give inaccurate readings. To com- pensate for this, cover the surface with masking tape or
•The thermometer cannot measure through transparent surfaces such as glass or plastic. It will measure the surface temperature instead.
•Steam, dust, smoke, and other optical obstructions can prevent accurate measurement. Hold the thermometer back and at an angle for an accurate measurement.
°C or °F
The °C or °F (Celsius/Fahrenheit) switch is located inside the battery compartment.
1. Open the battery compartment °F/°C cover and remove the battery.
2. Flip the switch to the left to measure the temperature in Fahrenheit and to the right to measure in Celsius.
3. Replace the battery and the cover.
OPERATION
As the distance from the object increases, the spot size of the area measured by the thermometer becomes larger. For the most accurate temperature readings, the target should be about twice as large as the thermometer’s spot size. Your thermometer is best used at a distance of 3 to 12 inches (75 to 300mm) from the target.
1.Press the button on the side of the thermometer to read the sur- face temperature of an object.
2.Release the button. The temperature reading appears for 7 sec- onds.
Cautions:
•Not recommended for taking human temperature.
•Protect the thermometer from
•Keep the thermometer away from Electro Static Discharge.
•Protect the thermometer from “thermal shock”, caused by large or abrupt ambient temperature changes. Allow 30 minutes for the thermometer to stabilize before use when exposed to large tem- perature swings.
•Do not leave the thermometer on or near hot objects.
CARE
Keep the thermometer dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the thermometer only in normal temperature environments. Handle the thermometer carefully; do not drop it. Keep the thermome- ter away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the thermometer’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty. If your ther- mometer is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature range | 0 to 400°F |
Accuracy (at 78°F ambient): |
|
30 to 400°F | ±2.5% of reading or ±4°F (±2.5°C) |
| whichever is greater |
Below 30°F | ±7°F (±4°C) |
Response time | 0.5 second |
Operating environment | 32 to 120°F (0 to 50°C) |
| at a relative humidity of 10 – 95% |
Power | 12V Alkaline battery |
Distance to Spot Size (D:S) | 3:1 |
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
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