Spectrum 2956 Product Manual

IR Crop

Temperature Meter

PRODUCT MANUAL

Item # 2956

Thank you for purchasing the Infrared Crop Temp Meter. The
compact size lets you get into tight places while its convenient laser
targeting and high distance to spot ratio (D:S) gives you accurate
readings on distant targets. Please read this manual thoro ughly
before using your meter.

Caution

Use extreme caution when the laser beam is turned on.
Do not point the laser toward the eyes or face of a person or animal.
The laser's potential to cause damage is retained for hundreds of feet.
Be careful not to let the beam reflect off a surface to your eyes.

Specifications

Range -40 to 600°F (-40 to 320°C)
Accuracy ±2% or ±3.6°F (±2°C)
Operating Temperature 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Response Time 500ms
Auto Power Off 6 seconds
Emissivity 0.95
Distance to Target Ratio 8:1
Power Supply 9V battery

Description

1. Laser pointer beam

2. IR sensor

3. LCD display

4. C/F select key

5. Backlight key

6. Trigger (measure)

7. Laser key

9. Battery compartment

LCD Display

Digital readout
Laser icon
°C—Celsius
°F—Fahrenheit
Battery Low indicator

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Operation

Power ON/OFF

The meter automatically powers on when the trigger is pulled. Pull
the trigger to take a reading. Read the measured temperature on
the LCD. The meter powers OFF automatically approximately 6
seconds after the trigger is released.
Selecting Temperature units (C/F)
Select temperature units by pulling and holding the trigger, then
press the C/F key until the desired units are shown on the LCD.

Data Hold

The meter automatically holds the last temperature reading on the
LCD for 6 seconds after the trigger is released.

Backlight LCD

Select backlight by first pulling the trigger and then pressing the
BACKLIGHT key. Repeat the procedure to turn the backlight off.

Laser Pointer

To turn the laser pointer ON, press the LASER key while pulling the
trigger. Repeat the procedure to turn the laser OFF.

Measurement Considerations

Point the IR Sensor toward the object whose temperature is to be
measured. The meter automatically compensates for
deviations from ambient temperature. However, the meter will take
up to 30 minutes to adjust to wide ambient temp. changes. This
results from the need to acclimate the IR sensor.

Battery Replacement

A flashing display indicates that the battery voltage has fallen into
the critical region (6.5 to 7.5 V). Reliable readings can be obtaine d
for several hours after the first appearance of the low battery
indication. Open the Battery Compartment and remove the battery,
then install a new 9V battery and reinstall the cover.

Maintenance

Case cleaning
Use caution with a damp cloth to clean the exterior housing, ensure
no water or soap is allowed inside the meter and on the infrared
lens.
Lens cleaning
Keep the lens clean to ensure reading accuracy. Use low pressure
compressed air to remove any particles on the lens. If the
contamination can not be removed with air, use a soft cotton swab.
Any swab should be slightly damp, and very light pressure should
be applied to the lens.
Do not use solvents to clean the lens.

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Warr anty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or work­manship for one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty
period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace products that
prove to be defective. This warranty does not cover damage due to
improper installation or use, lightning, negligence, accident, or unau­thorized modifications, or to incidental or consequential damages be­yond the Spectrum product. Before returning a failed unit, you must
obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) from Spec­trum. Spectrum is not responsible for any package that is returned
without a valid RMA number or for the loss of the package by any ship­ping company.

This equipment has been manufactured for

Spectrum Technologies, Inc.

12360 S. Industrial Dr. East

Plainfield, IL 60585 USA

The Manufacturer’s DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY is on file at the above
address, and certifies conformity to the following:

Model Numbers: 2956
Description: IR Temperature Meter
Type: Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use

Directive: 89/336/EEC
Standards: EN 61326:1997/A1:1998
EN 61000-4-2:1995/A1:1998/A2:2000
EN 61000-4-3:1995/A1:1998/A2:2000
EN 55011:1998/A1:2000 (Group 1, Class B)

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