Omega OS561 User Manual

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User’s Guide

OS561

Infrared Thermometer

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It is the policy of OMEGA Engineering, Inc. to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI regulations that apply. OMEGA is constantly pursuing
certification of its products to the European New Approach Directives. OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certification.

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves the
right to alter specifications without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.

WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13 months from
date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product
warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each
product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Service Department will issue an
Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be
defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the
purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or
unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence of
having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification;
misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside of OMEGA’s control. Components in which wear is not warranted,
include but are not limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.

OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However, OMEGA neither assumes responsibility
for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with
information provided by OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts manufactured by the
company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY
KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION
OF LIABILITY: The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of OMEGA with respect to this
order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence, indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the
purchase price of the component upon which liability is based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for consequential,
incidental or special damages.

CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as a “Basic Component” under 10 CFR
21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or (2) in medical applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s)
be used in or with any nuclear installation or activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA assumes
no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and
hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the Product(s) in such a manner.

RETURN REQUESTS / INQUIRIES

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department. BEFORE RETURNING ANY
PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER
SERVICE DEPARTMENT (IN ORDER TO AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be marked on the
outside of the return package and on any correspondence.

The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent breakage in transit.

FOR WARRANTY

RETURNS, please have the following informa-

tion available BEFORE contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number under which the product was
PURCHASED,

2. Model and serial number of the product under warranty, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems relative to the
product.

FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,

consult OMEGA for cur­rent repair charges. Have the following information avail­able BEFORE contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST of the repair,

2. Model and serial number of the product, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems relative to

the product.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible. This affords our customers the latest in
technology and engineering.

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PATENT NOTICE:

U.S. PAT. B1 5,368,392; 5,524,984; 5,727,880; 5,823,678;
5,823,679; 6,123,453; 6,267,500 B1; 6,341,891 B1;
6,377,400 B1; 6,540,398 B2; 6,614,830 B1; 6,633,434 B2;
6,659,639; 6,901,089 B1 / Canada 2,114,806; 2,317,734 /
France 2 756 920; 2 767 921; 2 773 213; 2 773 214 /
Germany G 94 22 197.9; G 94 22 203.7 / Holland
1007752; / U.K. Registered 2,237,493; 2,320,324;

9726133.3 / EPO 0 644,408 B2; EPO 1085 307 A1.
Other U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending.

This thermometer is a non-contact infrared thermometer and always operates with Real-Time and (MAX)
data. Please remember to keep away from children and don’t use it for safety-related applications.

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1. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified here may
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2. Do not look at the laser beam coming out of the lens or view directly with optical instruments - eye
damage can result.

3. Use extreme caution when operating the laser sighting.

4. Never point the laser beam at a person.

5. Do not attempt to open the thermometer. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

6. Keep out of reach of all children.

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batteries and turn the instrument on. If the error message remains, please contact the
Service Department for further assistance.

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otherwise, the thermometer may malfunction. Dispose of used batteries promptly and keep away from children.

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Measurement Range -60 to 500°C (-76° to 932°F)

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OS561 Thermometer Operating Instructions

OUTPUT<1mW,

WAVELENGTH 630-670nm

CLASS II (2) LASER PRODUCT.

COMPLIES WITH

FDA 21CFR 1040.10

& EN 60825-1/11.2001

AVOID EXPOSURE.
LASER RADIATION

IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE

LASER RADIATION

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

CAUTION