IR-500 Infrared Thermometer / Voltage Detector / Flashlight Users Manual • Mode d’emploi • Bedienungshandbuch • Manual d’Uso • Manual de uso
Infrared Thermometer / Voltage Detector / Flashlight Users Manual June 2011, Rev.1 ©2011 Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved.
Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase, unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Amprobe’s behalf.
Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – US and Canada Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to a Amprobe® Test Tools Service Center. Call Amprobe® Test Tools or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates.
IR-500 Infrared Thermometer / Voltage Detector / Flashlight 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 5 6 1) Laser 6) Battery cover 2) Flash light 7) Battery indicator 3) Display 8) Laser indicator 4) Flash light button 9) NCV indicator 5) On button / Test button 10) OC / OF
CONTENTS SYMBOLS............................................................................. 1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION........................................... 2 INTRODUCTION................................................................... 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................................................ 3 Power On / Off................................................................ 3 Auto Power Off............................................................... 3 Auto Hold.....................
SYMBOLS � Caution! Refer to the explanation in this Manual * Laser light. Do not stare into laser beam KY Caution ! Non-contact voltage M Battery Do not apply directly or around bare hazardous live conductor. � Conform to relevant Australian standards � Complies with European Directives = Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Contact a qualified recycler �Safety Information �Warning • Do not stare into laser beam.
�Cautions Use this unit only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the unit may be impaired. The unit should be protected from the following, • EMF (electro-magnetic fields) from arc welders, induction heaters • Static electricity • Thermal shock (caused by large or abrupt ambient temperature changes - allow 30 minutes for unit to stabilize before use) Unpacking and Inspection Your shipping carton should include: 1 IR-500 1 1.
• Holds temperature reading for 10 seconds • Ultra white LED flashlight • Selectable oF / oC • Pocket clip OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power On / Off press Auto Power Off 3 minutes. Auto Hold The unit will hold the reading for 10 sec after On button is released. Operating the Unit To measure a temperature, point unit at object and press the Test Button. Be sure to consider distance-to-spot size ratio and field of view. The unit is equipped with a laser, use the laser only for aiming.
Making Temperature Measurement Target Area Incorrect Make sure that the target is larger than the unit‘s spot size. The smaller the target, the closer you should be to it. The minimum measurement area is 3.75cm (1.5in) diameter. Press the key, the unit will show the temperature key, the LCD will of target surface. Then release the hold the reading for 10 seconds. Press the key for 3 seconds, the unit will turn into the IR temperature continuous measurement mode.
°C / °F Selection Press Test button and Flash light button for 2 sec at the same time for switching temperature unit °C/°F . Distance & Spot Size As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured by the unit becomes larger. Use the unit at around 30cm to get the best measurement accuracy. At longer distances, the target area shall be larger than the distance divided by 8.
Reminders 1. Changes of surrounding ambient temperature can result in inaccurate reading, allow time for the unit to adopt the change of ambient before use. Specified accuracy applies after 30 minutes when the unit changes to a different environment ambient. Allow time for the unit to adopt the change of ambient from the user’s pocket to enviroment ambient.
2. The unit cannot measure through transparent surfaces such as glass. Remove the barrier between the unit and the target surface. 3. Not recommended for use in measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces (stainless steel, aluminum, etc.). See Emissivity. 4. Steam, dust, smoke, etc., can prevent accurate measurement by obstructing the unit‘s optics Emissivity Most organic materials and painted or oxidized surfaces have an emissivity of 0.95 (pre-set in the unit).
Non-Contact Voltage The Non-Contact Voltage function is ON automatically when the unit in standby mode. When Non-Contact Voltage is sensed, the LCD flashes three dashes and flash light flashes. The number of dashes displaying on LCD indicates the electric field intensity. The higher electric field is sensed, the more “-” symbols display on LCD. Non-Contact Voltage function can only test on insulated wires. Testing on high voltage wires should keep a distance of 20mm minimum.
SPECIFICATION Temperature Range -30°C to 500°C (-22°F to 932°F) Accuracy at 23°C ±2°C <80﹪RH -30°C to 0°C (-22°F to 32°F): ±2°C (±4°F) 1°C to 10°C (34°F to 50°F): ±1.5°C (±3°F) 11°C to 40°C (52°F to 104°F): ±1°C (±2°F) 41°C to 500°C (106°F to 932°F): ±1.5°C (±3°F) or ±1.5% of reading, whichever is greater. Best display Resolution 0.2°C (0.5°F) Response Time 0.5 s Wavelength 6.5um to 18um Emissivity E=0.95 D:S 8:1(calculated at 80% energy) Repeatability ±1°C or ±0.
TROUBLESHOOTING Code Problem Battery icon appears Possible low battery Check and/or replace battery Action Blank display Possible dead battery Check and/or replace battery Laser doesn‘t work Low or dead battery Replace battery MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Lens Cleaning: Blow off loose particles using clean compressed air. Gently brush remaining debris away with a camel’s hair brush. Carefully wipe the surface with a moist cotton swab. The swab may be moistened with water or rubbing alcohol.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT Please replace the battery when “Battery indicator” is flashing on display.
