TPI 3433 User Manual

Temperature Tester 343

Instruction Manual

Test Products International, Inc.

9615 SW Allen Blvd., Ste. 104

Beaverton, OR USA 97005

503-520-9197 • Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

Test Products International, Ltd.

342 Bronte Road South, Unit 9

Milton, Ontario L9T5B7

905-693-8558 • Fax: [phone]

Test Products International, Europe Ltd.

Longley House, International Drive, Southgate

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6AQ

[phone] • Fax: [phone]

L343 • 8/16/05 copyright © 2005 Test Products International, Inc.

Canada

England

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY & GENERAL GUIDELINES 1

EC Declaration of Conformity

This is to certify that the 343 conforms to the protection
requirements of the council directive 89/336/EEC, in the approxi­mation of laws of the member states relating to Electromagnetic
compatibility by application of the following standards:

EN 50081-1 1992 Emissions Standard
EN 50082-1 1992 Immunity Standard

To ensure conformity with these standards, this instrument
must be operated in accordance with the instructions and speci­fications given in this manual.

General Guidelines
ALWAYS

• Test the 343 before using it to make sure it is operating proper­ly.

• Inspect temperature probes before using to make sure there are
no breaks or shorts.

• Double check all connections before testing.

NEVER

• Insert the probe into an electrically charged medium.

• Touch the probe tip and shaft after it has been inserted in hot
material.

TECHNICAL DATA 2

Features and Benefits

Water Resistant Operates in any environment.

Auto Power Off Instrument automatically shuts off after 20 minutes of inactivity.

Field Calibration Perform ice bath calibration via the front keypad.

Specifications

Input Type : K-Type Thermocouple Probe
Range Accuracy

-58° to 32°F (-50° to 0°C) ±3°F (1.6°C)
32° to 1100°F (0° to 600°C) ±(0.3% of reading, + 1.8°F (1°C))
1100° to 2462°F (600° to 1350°C) ±(0.4% of reading, + 1.8°F (1°C))

General Specifications

Display LCD, 4 Digits, 9999 counts
Update Rate 2.5 times per second
Operating Temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage Temperature -13° to 158°F (-25° to 70°C)
Power Supply 9 Volt Alkaline Battery
Battery Life 200 hrs. Typical
Size (HxLxW) 40mm x 190mm x 65mm (1.5” x 7.25” x 2.5”)
Weight 315g (11.1 oz)

MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES 3

WARNING: Please follow manufacturers test procedures whenever
possible. Make sure probe tip and shaft are thoroughly cleaned
before inserting it into any food product.

1. Controls and Functions:

Push Buttons

Turns the 343 on and off.

°C/°F Selects Centigrade of Fahrenheit

Min/Max Selects Min or Max reading measured

T1/T2/∆T Selects probe and differential mode

HOLD Freezes the reading on the LCD

2. Step by Step Procedures

a. Connect a temperature probe or probes to the 343.

b. Turn the 343 on.

c. Insert the tip of the probe into the substance being mea-

sured.

d. Read the temperature on the LCD, allowing approximately

30 seconds for the reading to stabilize. Use the push but­tons to switch between probes and access other funtions
as described above.

FIELD CALIBRATION 4

The 343 has the ability to be field calibrated. Accuracy of +/-1°F
within the 30°F to 120°F range can be achieved by performing an ice
bath calibration.

The temperature of an ice bath is approximately 32°F(0°C). Fill a
plastic or metal container with crushed ice and add clean water to a
depth of at least 4 inches. Stir the ice and water for 2 to 3 minutes
prior to performing calibration to ensure the water is completely
chilled. Make certain there is plenty of ice in the mixture and
always use clean water. Distilled water works well.

1. Step by Step Procedures

a. Connect both temperature probes to the 343.

b. Press and hold down the MIN/MAX and HOLD buttons and

turn the 343 on. CALF will be displayed and the 343 will
enter calibration mode and begin cycling between T1 and
T2.

c. Insert the probes into the ice bath and allow the readings to

stabilize.

d. Once the reading on both inputs has stabilized, press the

HOLD button. SAVE will be displayed and calibration is
complete.

FOR FULL FACTORY CALIBRATION PLEASE RETURN YOUR THERMOMETER TO:

TPI / ATTN: SERVICE DEPT.

9615 SW ALLEN BLVD SUITE 104

BEAVERTON, OR 97005

Standard Accessories Part No.

9V Battery A009
Temperature Probe (2 each) GK13M
Protective Boot A303
Soft Pouch A255
Instruction manual

Optional Accessories Part No.

Probes See Catalog

MAINTENANCE

1. Battery Replacement: The 343 will display battery symbol when the

internal 9 Volt battery needs replacement. Replace battery as follows:

a. Disconnect and remove all temperature probes from 343.

b. Loosen the 4 screws from the back of the 343.

c. Remove the back cover.

d. Remove old battery and replace it with new battery.

f. Reassemble instrument in reverse order from above.

2. Cleaning your 343

Use a mild detergent and slightly damp cloth to clean the surfaces of

343.