• The instruction manual is an integral part of the instrument.
• Keep this documentation to hand so that you can refer to it when necessary.
• Always use the complete original instruction manual.
• Please read this instruction manual through carefully and familiarize yourself
with the product before putting it to use.
• Hand this instruction manual on to any subsequent users of the product.
• Pay particular attention to the safety instructions and warning advice in order
to prevent injury and damage to the product.
Safety and disposal
Security
General safety instructions
• Only operate the product properly, for its intended purpose, and within the
parameters specified in the technical data.
• Do not apply any force.
• Do not operate the instrument if there are signs of damage to the housing or
connected cables.
• Dangers may also arise from objects to be measured or the measuring
environment. Always comply with the locally valid safety regulations when
carrying out measurements.
• Do not store the product together with solvents.
• Do not use any desiccants.
• Only perform maintenance and repair work on this instrument that is
described in this documentation. Follow the prescribed steps exactly when
doing the work.
• Use only original spare parts from Testo.
Batteries
• Improper use of batteries may cause the batteries to be destroyed, or lead to
injury due to current surges, fire or escaping chemicals.
• Only use the batteries supplied in accordance with the instructions in the
instruction manual.
• Do not short-circuit the batteries.
• Do not take the batteries apart and do not modify them.
• Do not carry out measurements on live components.
• Do not expose handles and feed lines to temperatures in excess of 70°C
unless they are expressly approved for higher temperatures. Temperature
specifications on probes/sensors refer only to the measuring range of the
sensor system.
• Only open the measuring instrument if this is expressly described in the
documentation for the purposes of maintenance or servicing.
Intended use
The testo 425 is a compact instrument for measuring flow velocities and
temperatures by means of a permanently conn ect ed flow/temperature probe
(hot wire probe). It is intended for indoor use only.
The product is designed for the following tasks/areas:
• Volume flow measurements in ducts
• Measuring flow velocities in rooms
• Temperature measurement of flows
The product should not be used in the following areas:
• In potentially explosive atmospheres.
• For diagnosti c mea sure ment s in the medi cal fiel d.
Open the battery compartment (on the back of the instrument) via the
2
Insert or replace batteries (3 x AA
3
Close the battery compartment.
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6 First steps
First steps
c
Inserting / changing batteries
WARNUNG
Serious risk of injury to the user and/or destruction of the instrument.
There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced with ones that
are the wrong type.
- Only use non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.
snap lock.
alkaline batteries).
Observe the polarity!
When not in use for a long period: Take out the batteries.
Symbol explanation
Do not allow children under 6 years of age to play with batteries.
The testo Smart App is installed on the smartphone and con nect ed
Settings and controls are implemented either on the instrument or via
1 On/Off / MODE/END key
2
Bluetooth® / ◄ key
3
4
Parameter 1 unit
5
Parameter 1 measured value display
6
7 Using the product
Using the product
Controls on the measuring instrument
to the instrument via Bluetooth®.
the app.
If the measuring instrument is connected to the testo Smar t App,
settings can only be made via the app. The measuring instrument then
remains in the measurement view and other menus, e.g. Settings,
cannot be opened.
The instrument is switched on and is in the measurement view.
1
Press MENU/ENTER until the display changes.
Press MENU/ENTER to switch to the next function. You can leave
7.1.3
Configuration mode is open, “UNITS” is displayed.
1
Press ◄ / ► to choose between metric (“METR”) and imperial
Function Setting options/comments
Start continuous measurement /
record multi-point readings
(Operation also possible direct ly on
to the app)
In configuration mode:
parameter (bottom line)
In configuration mode:
Opening configuration mode
The instrument is now in configuration mode.
configuration mode at any time. To do this, press MODE/END until the
instrument has changed to the measurement view. Any changes that
have already been made in configuration mode will be saved.
Setting the unit
(“IMPER”) units of measurement and confirm with MENU/ENTER.
Press ◄ / ► to set the required unit for the top line (m/s, fpm) and
3
Press ◄ / ► to set the required unit for the bottom line (m3/h, l/s, cfm)
7.1.4
Configuration mode is open, “AREA” is displayed.
1
Press ◄ / ► to select whether the cross-sectional area is to be
2
Press ◄ / ► to set the cross-sectional area and confirm with
7.1.5
Configuration mode is open.
1
Press ◄ / ► to scroll through the configuration menus unt il “P _AB S”
7.1.6
Configuration mode is open, “M. RES” (menu reset) is displayed.
1
Press ◄ / ► to select the required option and confirm with
via the testo Smart App are displayed again.
7 Using the product
confirm with MENU/ENTER.
and confirm with MENU/ENTER.
Setting the area
entered in m² or in mm² and confirm with MENU/ENTER.
MENU/ENTER.
The measuring instrument can show a maximum of 5 digits in the
display (99999 mm²). Conversions from m² to mm² with a value greater
than 0.09 m² are therefore not possible!
Reading absolute pressure
Thanks to a built-in absolute pressure sensor (measurements are taken on the
measuring instrument, not on the probe head), no additional input of the air
density is required.
(absolute pressure) is displayed.
The current ambient air pressure is displayed.
Carrying out a reset of the setting menus
MENU/ENTER:
o NO: Do not carry out reset.
o YES: Carry out reset. All concealed menus that were hidden
Press ◄ several times until the desired value is displayed.
The following are displayed in turn:
oC urr ent mea suri ng valu e
7.2.3
1
Press ◄ several times until Max or Min is shown.
2
Hold down ◄ (approx. 2 s).
All maximum and minimum values are reset to the current reading.
7.2.4
1
Press MODE/END.
The number of readings recorded is displayed in the upper line, while
2
To record readings (in the desired quantity):
3
To end measurement and calculate the mean value:
Freezing a reading, displaying the
maximum/minimum value
The current reading can be frozen. The maximum and minimum values since
the last time the instrument was switched on in the standard view or during a
multi-point or continuous measurement can be displayed.
o Hold: frozen measured value
o Max: Maxi mum value
o Min: Minimum value
Resetting maximum/minimum values
The maximum/minimum values of all channels can be reset to the current
reading.
Carrying out multi-point mean calculation
flashes.
the current reading is displayed in the lower line.
Display of connected measuring
instruments including readings
Measurement configuration (the
and the application selected)
8 Controls via testo Smart App
Controls via testo Smart App
If the measuring instrument is connected to the testo Smart App, it is primarily
operated via the app. The measuring instrument remains in the measurement
view and settings menus cannot be opened on the measuring instrument.
Additional symbols on the user interface of the app (not numbered)
One level back
Exit view
Share measurement data/repo rt
Favourite
Deleting
Further information
Multiple selection
The Main menu can be accessed via the icon at top left. To exit the main
menu, select a menu or right-click on the guided menus. The last screen
displayed is shown.
heading to activate or disable
settings or to open an input window
to enter a specific value or select a
unit.
For details on the settings options,
see the following sub-sections.
instrument settings in the app are
transferred directly to the measuring
instrument. Synchronization with the
app is confirmed on the measuring
instrument via “SYNC DONE”.
Enter the value for the cross-sectional area and save.
8.5
8.6
1
2
Select Edit view.
3
Deselect the “check mark” to hide a measuring instrument’s
4
Click ▼ to select the unit of a measurement channel.
5
Click OK to confirm the settings.
8 Controls via testo Smart App
The changes are transferred to the measuring instrument and
synchronization with the app is confirmed on the measuring instrument
via “SYNC DONE”.
Display of the readings
The available readings can be displayed in different views.
• Live view:
The readings transmitted by the measuring probes can be displayed in a live
view. Readings from all connected measuring probes are displayed.
• Graphic view:
Up to four different readings can be displayed in graph format. Readings to
be displayed can be selected by tapping on a reading above the diagram.
• Table view:
In the table view, all readings are displayed in sequence according to date
and time. Different readings from the individual measuring probes can be
displayed by pressing ◄ ►.
Adjusting the view
Click on .
An overview of all measurement channels and their measurement
parameters is displayed.
Open the battery compartment (on the back of the instrument) via the
2
Insert or replace batteries (3 x AA
3
Close the battery compartment.
9.2
1
If the housing of the instrument is dirty, clean it with a damp cloth.
Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents or solvents! Mild household
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9 Maintaining the product
After the update the measuring instrument is restarting.
The firmware can be checked in the instrument menu or via the app.
A restart of the testo Smart App is recommended after the instrument
update.
Maintaining the pr oduct
c
Inserting / changing batteries
WARNUNG
Serious risk of injury to the user and/or destruction of the instrument.
There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced with ones that
are the wrong type.
- Only use non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.
snap lock.
alkaline batteries).
Observe the polarity!
When not in use for a long period: Take out the batteries.
3 x 1.5 V AA battery
(included in the scope of delivery)
Battery life
>35 h
10 Technical data for testo 425
Technical data for testo 425
Adjustment in free jet Ø 350 mm, reference pressure 1013 hPa,
based on testo reference Laser Doppler Anemometer (LDA).
• Low flow velocities may result in greater measurem
during humidity and temperature measurement! The probe should
be switched on outside a duct under the following conditions:
Ambient temperature: 20°C
Feature Value
Flow: approx. 0 m/s.
Collapse the telescope after use and do not constrict with the cable.
Start with the telescopic links closest to the handle.
°C, °F
20 m/s)
±(0.5 m/s + 5% of measuring value) (20.01 to
30 m/s)