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Page 1: Users Manual
® Infrared Thermometer Users Manual PN 2562924 February 2006 Rev. 3, 4/08 © 2006-2008 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in China. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. - Page 2 LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction ... 1 Contacting Fluke ... 1 Safety Information ... 2 Features ... 3 Display ... 4 Buttons and Connector ... 5 How the Thermometer Works ... 6 Operating the Thermometer ... 6 Locating a Hot or Cold Spot ... 6 Distance and Spot Size ... - Page 4 Users Manual...
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Page 5: Introduction
The Thermometer was designed specifically for use in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. This manual covers all versions of the the Fluke 561. Note that the Japanese models indicate Celsius only. Contacting Fluke... -
Page 6: Safety Information
30 minutes for the Thermometer to stabilize before use). Do not leave the Thermometer on or near objects of high temperature. Table 1 and Figure 1 show various symbols and safety markings that are on the Thermometer and in this manual. -
Page 7: Features
Figure 1. Symbols and Safety Markings Features The Thermometer includes: Single-spot Laser Sighting Backlit Display Hard Case Current Temperature Plus MIN, MAX, DIF Temperature Displays Easy Emissivity Selector Type-K Thermocouple Two AA Batteries Thermometer features are shown in Figure 2. Infrared Thermometer Features efh010f.eps... -
Page 8: Display
7 seconds. When the battery is low, B appears on the display. The last selection (MIN/MAX/DIF) is maintained on the secondary display even after the Thermometer has been turned off, providing the batteries have not failed. Display Function Buttons Figure 2. -
Page 9: Buttons And Connector
KTC indicates the thermocouple temperature. Low Battery symbol. Appears when the battery charge is <25 %. Buttons and Connector Button/ Connector Figure 3. Thermometer Display Description Press and then press MAX, and DIF options. button is used to show the MIN, MAX, and DIF functions in the secondary display, whichever was pressed most recently. -
Page 10: How The Thermometer Works
Locating a Hot or Cold Spot To find a hot or cold spot, aim the Thermometer outside the target area. Then, slowly scan across the area with an up and down motion until you locate the hot or cold spot. See Figure 4. -
Page 11: Field Of View
The Thermometer has three emissivity settings: low (0.3), medium (0.7), and high (0.95). Refer to Table 2. The reference to emissivity settings in the table are suggestions for typical situations. -
Page 12: Switching Between C And F
Open the battery compartment and locate the switch positioned between the left side of the battery near the Thermometer wall. To toggle between C and F, use a small screwdriver or paper clip to move the switch to the desired position. See Figure 7. -
Page 13: Using The Contact Temperature Probe
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, do not connect the optional external probe to live electrical circuits. Connect the probe to the input on the top of the Thermometer. The probe temperature and KTC appears in the secondary display. The live infrared temperature continues to show in the primary display. -
Page 14: Hold
Users Manual Table 3 lists recommended Fluke temperature probes for use with the Thermometer: Table 3. Recommended Temperature Probes Probe The piercing probe is the most versatile option. Good for checking air 80PK-25 temperature in ducts, surface temperature under carpets/pads, liquids, thermometer wells, vent temperatures, and for penetrating pipe insulation. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
2. Ambient temperature above 40 C (104 F) CE Certification The Thermometer conforms to the following standards: EN61326-1 EMC Standard EN61010-1 Safety Standard EN60825-1 Laser Standard Certification testing was conducted using a frequency range of 80 to 1000 MHz with the instrument in three orientations. - Page 16 Users Manual Wrap Thermocouple Probe (model-specific) Type...Type K with miniconnector and Measurement Range ...0 °C to 100 °C (32 °F to 212 °F) Accuracy ... 2.2 °C (4.0 °F) Total Length...505 mm (20 in) cable terminated with Bead Thermocouple Probe (model-specific) Type...Type K with miniconnector Measurement Range ...