Instruction Manual
Checktemp
Pocket-sized
Thermometers
with Cal-Check
www.hannainst.com
®
SPECIFICATIONS
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
Typical EMC Deviation
Environment
Battery Type
Battery Life
Dimensions
Weight
Recommendations for Users
Before using this product, make sure that it is entirely suitable for the environment in which it is used. Operation of
this instrument in residential areas could cause unacceptable interferences to radio and TV equipment. Any variation introduced by the user to the supplied equipment may
degrade the instrument’s EMC performance. To avoid electrical shock, do not use these instruments when voltages at
the measurement surface exceed 24 VAC or 60 VDC.
To avoid damages or burns, do not perform any measurement in microwave ovens.
-50.0 to 150.0°C
-58.0 to 302.0°F
0.1°C / 0.1°F
±0.3°C (-20 to 90°C)
±0.5°C (outside)
±0.5°F (-4 to 194°F)
±1°F (outside)
±0.3°C / ±0.5°F
0 to 50ºC (32 to 122ºF);
RH max 95%
1 x 1.5V alkaline
approx. 3000 hours
of continuous use
66 x 50 x 25 mm
(2.6 x 2 x 1")
50 g (1.8 oz.)
AVAILABLE MODELS
HI 98501
and HI 98502
ing) are provided with a stainlesssteel penetration probe.
HI 98505
and HI 98502
ing) are provided with a stainlesssteel probe for liquid measurement.
WARRANTY
This meter is warranted for one year against defects in
workmanship and materials when used for its intended
purpose and maintained according to instructions.
This warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of
charge. Damages due to accident, misuse, tampering or
lack of prescribed maintenance are not covered.
If service is required, contact the dealer from whom you
purchased the instrument. If under warranty, report the
model number, date of purchase, serial number and the
nature of the failure. If the repair is not covered by the
warranty, you will be notified of the charges incurred.
If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments,
first obtain a Returned Goods Authorization Number from
the Customer Service department and then send it with
shipment costs prepaid.
When shipping any instrument, make sure it is properly
packaged for complete protection.
ChecktempC
ChecktempF
ChecktempLC
ChecktempLF
(°C reading)
(°F read-
(°C reading)
(°F read-
OPERATION
• Turn the meter ON.
• Dip the probe into the sample to be
measured. An immersion level of 4 cm
(1 ½") is recommended. Do NOT im-
merse above the connector.
• Wait for a few seconds for the display to
stabilize.
• When not in use, switch the meter OFF.
• Variations in readings or fading display
can indicate a weak battery.
CALIBRATION CHECK
Open the battery
cover and slide
down the CalCheck® switch.
®
MEASUREMENT
MODE
CALIBRATION
CHECK
MODE
The display should show 0.0°C ±0.3°C
or 32°F ±0.5°F. This assures the user that
the reading is reliable and accurate.
Contact your dealer or the nearest Hanna
Service Center for recalibration, if necessary.
Slide the Cal-Check
®
switch back up and
close the battery cover. The meter returns
to measurement mode.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the thermometer can not be switched
on or the display fades, open the battery
compartment (see picture) and replace the
1.5V battery, while
paying attention to its
polarity.
Reattach the battery
cover.
Battery should only be replaced in a safe
area using the battery type specified in this
instruction sheet.
ISTCKTM R2 06/05