Trotec BP5F Operating Manual

BP5F

EN

OPERATING MANUAL

FOOD THERMOMETER

TRT-BA-BP5F-TC-003-EN

Table of contents

Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1

Safety .....................................................................................1

You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:

Information about the device................................................2

Transport and storage...........................................................4

Operation ...............................................................................5

Maintenance and repair ........................................................6

Errors and faults....................................................................6

Disposal .................................................................................6

Notes regarding the operating manual

Symbols

Warning of electrical voltage

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.

Warning

This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.

Caution

This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.

Note

This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.

Follow the manual

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.

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Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!

Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.

This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.

• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.

• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.

• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.

• Do not open the device with a tool.

• Observe the storage and operating conditions as given in
the Technical data chapter.

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Intended use

Only use the device for temperature measurements by means of
the infrared sensor or temperature probe within the measuring
range specified in the technical data.

To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.

Improper use

This device is not suited for measuring the body temperature in
humans or animals. The device must not be pointed at people.
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres, for
measurements in liquids or at live parts. Trotec accepts no
liability for damages resulting from improper use. In such a
case, any warranty claims will be voided. Any unauthorised
modifications, alterations or structural changes to the device are
forbidden.

Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

• be aware of the dangers that occur when handling food at
high temperatures, e.g. frying or grilling.

• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.

Information about the device

Device description

The device BP5F is a thermometer intended for temperature
measurements in food, which are carried out by means of an
infrared sensor or temperature probe in accordance with the
HACCP standard (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points).

Beside the digital temperature display, three LEDs show
whether the detected temperature is within the
HACCP compliant temperature ranges.

According to the HACCP directive, complying with the
temperature ranges below 4 °C and above 60 °C is an important
way of preventing the development and reproduction of harmful
microorganisms. On the other hand, temperatures between 4 °C
and 60 °C can promote the development of germs. To quickly
show whether or not these temperature limits are complied
with, the food thermometer BP5F shows three LEDs beside the
digital temperature display which indicate the corresponding
temperature range.

Residual risks

Warning

Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!

Caution

Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.

Note

To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.

Note

Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.

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Device depiction

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SCAN HOLD

MAX
SET

TIMER SET

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No. Designation

1 Display

2 SET button

3 Temperature probe lock

4 Temperature probe

5 MEAS button

6 TIMER button

7 Cover of the battery compartment

8 Measurement button

9 Infrared sensor

10 LED

Display

No. Designation

11 Battery indicator

12 Temperature unit indication

13 Measurement using the temperature probe indication

14 Timer function indication

15 Segment display for:

• maximum value of the last measurement

• minimum value of the last measurement

• time for the timer function

16 SET indication – Setting the time for the timer function

17 MAX indication – Display of the maximum value

18 Green LED – Temperature below 4°C (40°F)

19 Red LED – Temperature between 4°C and 60°C (40°F

and 140°F)

20 Green LED – Temperature above 60°C (140°F)

21 SCAN indication – Measurement is on

22 HOLD indication – Freezing the display

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Technical data

Transport and storage

Parameter Value

Model BP5F

Article number 3,510,003,020

Weight 180 g

Dimensions

185 mm x 50 mm x 67 mm
(length x width x
height)

Temperature

Measuring range -40 °C to +200 °C

(-40 °F to 392 °F)

Accuracy below -5 °C (23 °F): +1 °C (1.8 °F)

between -5 °C and 65 °C (23 °F and

150 °F): +1 °C (1.8 °F)

above 65 °C (150 °F): +1%

Infrared

Measuring range -40 °C to +280 °C

(-40 °F to 536 °F)

Accuracy below -40 °C to 4 °C (-40 °F to

39.2°F): +2 °C (3.6 °F)

between 4 °C and 65 °C (39.2 °F and

150 °F): +1 °C (1.8 °F)

above 65 °C (150 °F): +1.5 %

Reaction time < 500 ms

Type of protection IP65

Emissivity adjustable between 0.10 and 1.0

Distance to measuring

20:1
spot diameter ratio

Automatic switch-off after approx. 20 seconds

Power supply 9 V battery

Note

If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.

Transport

The manufacturer packed the device to the best of his abilities
to protect it against transport damage.

Storage

When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• protected from dust and direct sunlight

• The storage temperature is the same as the range given in
the Technical data chapter.

• Remove the batteries from the device.

Scope of delivery

• 1x Device BP5F

• 1x 9 V battery

• 1 x Quick guide

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Operation

Note

Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.

Inserting the battery

1. Open the battery compartment by unscrewing the two
screws with a suitable screwdriver.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover(7).

3. Insert the battery(1 x 9V battery) into the battery
compartment with correct polarity.

4. Fit the battery compartment cover back on the device and
tighten the screws.

Measuring with infrared

Info

Vapours and smoke can influence the measurement.

Info

Ensure that the surface to be measured is free of dust,
dirt, ice or similar substances.

Info

To be able to gain exact measurement results on
surfaces which reflect heavily, stick matt masking tape
to the surface or apply matt black paint with a very
high and known degree of emission.

Info

Note the 20:1 ratio of the distance to the measuring
spot diameter. The larger the distance to the object,
the larger the measuring spot diameter and hence, the
less precise the measured result.

Switching on and selecting the measuring mode

Note:

Note that moving from a cold area to a warm area can lead to
condensation forming on the device's circuit board. This
physical and unavoidable effect can falsify the measurement. In
this case, the display shows either no measured values or they
are incorrect. Wait a few minutes until the device has become
adjusted to the changed conditions before carrying out a
measurement.

Proceed as follows to switch between measurement with
infrared and measurement with temperature probe:

1. Press any button to switch on the device.

2. Press the MEAS button(6) to switch between
measurement with infrared and measurement with
temperature probe.

ð If the symbol for measurement with temperature probe

is displayed on the indication(13), the corresponding
measuring mode is selected.

ð If the symbol is not displayed, the infrared measuring

mode is selected.

1. Switch the device on and select the infrared measuring
mode.

2. Point the device at the object to be measured and hold
down the measurement button(8).

ð The SCAN indication(21) appears on the display. The

device performs a measurement.

ð The currently measured value is indicated.

3. Let go of the measurement button(8) again.

ð The HOLD indication(20) appears on the display. The

device stops measuring.

ð The last value measured is shown.

Measuring with temperature probe

1. Press the temperature probe lock(3) and fold out the
temperature probe(4).

2. Insert the temperature probe(4) into the object to be
measured by approx. 1 cm.

3. Switch the device on and select the temperature probe
measuring mode.

4. Press the MEAS button(5).

ð The currently measured value is indicated.

Note

The temperature probe is not suitable as an ice pick
and should never be pricked into frozen objects
forcefully to prevent damages to the device.

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Setting the timer

Li-Ion

The device allows you to set a timer. After the set time has
passed, a beep is emitted for 30 seconds.

Please proceed as follows to set the timer:

1. Press the TIMER button(6) to open the timer menu.

2. The timer period is displayed.

3. Press and hold the TIMER button(6) for 2 seconds to
switch between seconds, minutes and hours.

ð The currently selected time format flashes.

4. Press and hold the SET button(2) to set the corresponding
value.

5. Press the measurement button(8) to start the timer.

ð The timer starts and remains active in the background,

even if you switch to another menu or the device turns
off because of non-use.

ð After the set time has passed, a beep is emitted for

30 seconds. Press any button to switch off the beep.

The device switches off after approx. 20 seconds of non-use.

Changing the unit °C / °F indication

The default setting for the temperature unit is °C.

Please proceed as follows to change the temperature unit at the
device:

1. Press the SET button(2) to change the unit.

ð The currently selected unit °C or °F will be indicated in

the temperature unit indication(12) of the display(1).

Disposal

The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. For further return options provided by us please
refer to our website www.trotec24.com.

The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.

In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must not be
treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 6September 2006
on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and
accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

Maintenance and repair

Battery change

A battery change is required when a battery indication lights up
on the display(1) or the device can no longer be switched on.
See chapter Operation.

Cleaning

Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure
that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any sprays,
solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners,
but only clean water to moisten the cloth.

Repair

Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

Errors and faults

The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.

For repairs or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

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Trotec GmbH & Co. KG

Grebbener Str. 7
D-52525 Heinsberg

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