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Catalog Number
TLD100
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FEATURES
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The TLD100 Thermal Leak Detectoruses an infrared sensor to find leaks along walls,
molding, ductwork and more. The auto color change feature provides quick, intuitive
feedback, showing you where to caulk, insulate, etc.
Once you have determined the location of these leaks, you can use the bonus booklet
“5 Basic Steps to Seal Your Home”. This booklet covers basic weather stripping and
insulating tips.
Safety Instructions
• Do not operate the Thermal Leak Detector in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
• Use only with the specifically designated batteries (9V alkaline). Use of any other
batteries may create a risk of fire.
• The Thermal Leak Detector measures surface temperature, not interior temperature. Do
not use for medical purposes.
• Do not use to determine if meat is cooked enough to eat.
Liquid Crystal Display (First Aid Measures)
• If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin:
Wash area off completely with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
• If liquid crystal gets into your eye:
Flush the affected eye with clean water and then seek medical attention.
• If liquid crystal is swallowed:
Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Then seek medical attention.
Battery Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: Batteries can explode, or leak and can cause injury or fire. To reduce
this risk:
• Carefully follow all instructions and warnings on the battery label and package.
• Always insert battery correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -), marked on
the battery and the equipment.
• Do not short battery terminals.
• Do not charge batteries.
• Remove dead battery immediately and dispose of per local codes.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children.
• Remove battery if the device will not be used for several months.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come
in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US
Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) prohibits
transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e. packed in suitcases and carryon
luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting
individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated
from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit.
LED Spot Projector
Infrared Sensor
Battery Compartment
Fahrenheit/Centigrade
Switch (inside battery
compartment)
LCD Screen
ON/OFF Button
Threshold Setting
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INTRODUCTION
The Thermal Leak Detector compares
these two temperatures. When the
difference exceeds the threshold
you've set, the projected LED spot
will change to red or blue.
Reference Temperature
Shows the temperature of the
area where the instrument was
initially pointed when you turned
on the power. To reset the reference, turn the power off, aim
at a new reference spot, and
turn the power back on.
Scan Temperature
Shows the average temperature across
the area you're aiming at.
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Switching On and Off
• Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on.
• Press the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the unit off.
NOTE: The unit will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Setting Threshold for Color Change:
• For detecting small temperature changes of 1º F (0.5º C), move the slider
to the 1º mark on the back of the detector. (figure 3)
• For detecting medium temperature changes of 5º F (3º C), move the slider
to the 5º mark on the back of the Detector. (figure 4)
• For detecting large temperature changes of more than 10º F (5.5º C),
move the slider to the 10º mark on the back of the Detector. (figure 5)
• If you do not want the LED spot to change color, move the slider to the top
position where the color spots are X-ed out. (figure 6)
You can change the threshold setting while you are scanning. If the color is
changing erratically, try increasing the threshold. If you see a temperature
difference on the screen, but the light is not changing color, try reducing the
threshold.
OPERATION
Changing the Temperature Display and
Installing the Battery
Note: The Thermal Leak Detector
requires one 9V alkaline battery, not
included.
• Open the battery compartment cover by
pressing the tabs of the cover in
towards the center and pulling the cover
out.
• The factory setting for the temperature
display is Fahrenheit (switch on left side
“F” setting). If you would like the LCD
screen to display the temperature in
Centigrade, slide the switch shown in
figure 1 to the right (“C” setting).
• Insert a fresh 9 volt battery (figure 2)
making sure to match (+) and (-)
terminals.
• Replace the battery compartment cover.
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ASSEMBLY/SET-UP
Using the Thermal Leak Detector
• Hold the unit as shown in figure 7 and
aim near the location you want to scan
for a draft or thermal leak. This initial
aim point will be your reference target.
• Turn on the power.
• Keep the unit aimed at the reference
target until the green light shines on the
target and a Reference Temperature
appears on the screen.
• Slowly scan the Thermal Leak Detector
across the area of interest. If the
scanned temperature is hotter than the
reference temperature by more than the
threshold, the light will turn from green to red. If the scanned temperature is colder than
the reference temperature by more than the threshold, the light will turn from green to
blue.
Examples of Use:
• Scan around a light fixture to determine if ceiling insulation was removed during
installation.
• Scan along window and door sills to see where to add weather-stripping.
• Scan where a wall and the floor meet to find drafts that should be caulked.
• Scan an attic door to see if you need to add insulation.
NOTES:
• Shiny or polished surfaces can give inaccurate readings. To compensate for this, cover
the surface with masking tape or flat colored paint. When the tape or paint reaches the
same temperature as the target underneath, measure the temperature of the item.
• 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.
Field of View
The Thermal Leak Detector measures temperature over an area that may be larger than
the LED spot, especially if you are far away from the surface you are measuring. The
diameter of the measured area is 1/6 the distance from the Detector. In other words, if you
are 6 inches (152 mm) from the target, the Detector will measure the average temperature
over a circle 1 inch (25mm) in diameter. As shown in the illustration below, the farther the
distance from the target, the larger the measured area.
If you are just looking for hot and cold areas, it's OK if the scanned area is larger than your
target. However, if you want to accurately measure the temperature of an object, move the
Detector close so that the scanned area is about half the size of the object you want to
measure.
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Service Information
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide
customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical
advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location
nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow pages directory under
"Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com
Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in
material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge
in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should
be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days
after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their
specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may
be required. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow pages directory under
"Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker
Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Parameter Specification
Functional Temperature Range -22°F to 302°F (-30°C to 150°C)
Temperature Resolution 0.1°F (0.1°C)
Temperature Accuracy ±5°F (2.8°C) at 32°F (0°C)
±2.5°F (1.3°C) at 73°F (23°C)
±4°F (2.2°C) at 212°F (100°C)
accuracies at a distance of 5.9 inches (150mm)
Response Time <1 second
Field of View 6:1 ratio, distance to sensing diameter
Threshold for LED color transition Adjustable between 4 fixed settings:
(1ºF, 5ºF, and 10ºF, and no color change)
OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS
Problem Possible Solution
• The display is hard to read, the LED light • Replace battery.
becomes dim, or the BAT symbol appears
on the LCD screen.
• The LED spot color changes erratically. • First, try increasing the threshold
level.
• If that doesn't work, turn the
Detector off. Aim the Detector at a
different reference target and turn
the Detector back on. Keep the
Detector aimed at the reference
target until the green spot appears
and the LCD screen shows a
reference temperature.
• The LED spot immediately turns red or • You may have moved the
blue before I have a chance to scan the area. Detector before it had a chance to
lock in the reference temperature.
Turn the Detector off, aim it at the
reference target, then turn it back
on. Do not move the Detector until
the green spot appears and the
LCD screen shows a reference
temperature.
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
Maintenance
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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