Instruction Manual
Precision RTD Thermometer
Temp-16
68X481903 Rev 0 03/0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick
Start
Guide ....................................... 1
1. Introduction.......................................... 2
2. Safety Precautions............................... 3
3. Specifications ...................................... 4
4. Battery Installation And Replacement.. 6
5. Inserting And Removing Optional
Rubber Armour .................................... 7
6. Assembling Optional
Accesories
7.
Connecting
8. Key Functions...................................... 10
9. Display Overview................................. 11
10. Measurement Mode............................. 12
11. Selecting Temperature Scale .............. 13
12. Min And Max Function ........................ 14
13. Auto Off Function ................................ 14
14. Calibration ........................................... 15
15. Clear Field Calibration......................... 16
16. Field Calibration Unlock ...................... 16
17.
Field Calibration Lockout
18. Maintenance........................................ 18
19. Cleaning
20. Troubleshooting................................... 19
21. Service................................................. 20
22. Replacement Meter & Accessories...... 20
23. Warranty.............................................. 22
24. Product Return .................................... 22
25. Technical Assistance........................... 23
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An Rtd Probe .................... 9
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Handsfree
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QUICK
START
GUIDE
To ensure best results please read the
complete manual.
1. Connect probe.
2. Press the on/off key.
Press again to turn on backlight.
3. Select °C or °F display using °C/°F key.
4. Insert probe in sample.
Allow adequate time for reading to
stabilize.
Response time will vary depending on
probe.
5. Take reading.
Press hold key to freeze display.
Press min/max to display minimum or
maximum temperature.
6. Press and hold the on/off key for three
seconds to turn meter off.
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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the
Temp-16 Precision RTD
Thermometer. This versatile
hand-held instrument
provides highly accurate
temperature measurements
and is designed for easy
operation which includes the
following features:
• Operator selection of Celsius or
Fahrenheit scale
• Resolution of 0.1° (auto ranging)
• Four-digit backlit LCD
• Hold feature to retain a reading
temporarily
• Field calibration capability
• Low battery warning
• Auto power off with Enable/Disable
function
• Min and max readings display
• 3-pin circular connector input
• Operates with a wide selection of
probes
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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Voltages present at the RTD may also be
present at the battery terminals. Always
disconnect the RTD when changing
batteries.
WARNIN
This instrument is designed to accept low
level signals supplied by standard 100 Ω
RTDs. Under no circumstances should the
input voltage exceed the specified 10 v rms.
1. Do not use or store this instrument in
microwave ovens or any abnormally hot
or cold areas.
2. Weak batteries should not be left in the
instrument. Dead batteries can leak and
cause damage to unit.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS
Platinum RTD Probes
100 ohm platinum: alpha = 0.003850
–200 °C to 850 °C (–392 °F to 1562 °F)
Out of range display: “Ur”, “Or”, “OPEN”
Range Accuracy
–200.0 to –100.0 °C
(–392 to –148 °F)
–99.9 to 199.9 °C
(–148 to 392 °F)
200.0 to 850.0 °C
(392 to 1562 °F)
Resolution
Display
Display Update
Rate
Input
Input Protection
Battery
Battery Life
Auto Shutoff
Stated Accuracy
Useful Range
Storage
Humidity
Dimensions
Without armour
With armour
0.1° (–200.0 to 850.0 °C);
0.1° (–392.0 to 999.9 °F);
1° (1000 to 1562 °F)
4-digit LCD (¼ X ½" digits);
2
area
0.5 sec per update.
One probe with 3 pin
circular connector
(Switchcraft TA3F)
10V rms
Three AA, 1.5V alkaline
700 hours continuous
17 minutes after last
keypress.
18 to 28°C
(64 to 82°F)
0 to 40°C
(32 to 104°F)
-40 to 65°C
(-40 to 149°F)
10% to 90%
(non-condensing)
(L x W x H )
175 mm x 97 mm x 42 mm
180 mm x 102 mm x 52 mm
±2.0 °C
(±4.0 °F)
±0.2 °C
(±0.4 °F)
±2.0 °C
(±4.0 °F)
1
/3 X 1 ½" backlit viewing
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Weight
Without armour
With armour
Ingress Protection
(With Probe
Attached)
CE Compliance
267 g
362 g
Meets IEC-529 IP-54 for dust
and water-resistant
enclosures.
EN61326-1/A1:
1998 (EU EMC Directive)
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