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- Page 1 Elcometer 406L Statistical Glossmeter Operating Instructions...
- Page 2 (electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited. A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via www.elcometer.com/ downloads.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Section Page About your gauge ..............2 Getting started. -
Page 4: About Your Gauge
The gauge can perform statistical analysis of gloss readings stored in internal memory. The Elcometer 406L contains an LED light source, a light detector and a system of lenses. A parallel beam of light illuminates the specimen at a set angle of incidence. The light detector is set at the opposite angle and measures the light reflected from the specimen. - Page 5 Accurate and reliable 1.2 STANDARDS Your Elcometer 406L Statistical Glossmeter can be used in accordance with the following National and International Standards, AS/NZS 1580.602.2, ASTM C 584, ASTM D 523, ASTM D 1455, ASTM D 2457, EN 12373-11, EN 13523-2 supersedes ECCA T2, ISO 2813, ISO 7668, JIS Z 8741, TAPPI T 653.
- Page 6 The display is covered with a protective film on dispatch from the factory. This film may be removed and discarded before first use. To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 406L please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have...
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Page 7: Getting Started
2 GETTING STARTED 2.1 FITTING BATTERIES The Elcometer 406L uses dry cell batteries only. Sealed alkaline batteries are recommended. 5 x LR03 (AAA) alkaline batteries are supplied in the kit. To fit or replace the batteries: 1. Locate the two screws which retain the battery compartment cover at the rear of the gauge. - Page 8 1. Install and run Novo-Soft™ package. See “Novo-Soft™ software” on page 19. 2. Connect Elcometer 406L to PC and switch gauge on. See “Interfacing to your PC” on page 20. 3. Select required display language. See “Changing settings using Novo-Soft™” on page 21.
- Page 9 2.4 THE CONTROLS The Elcometer 406L is a menu-operated gauge and it has three control keys: READ/SELECT This key has three functions: Power: This key is used to switch the gauge on. Read: In the measurement mode, press and release to take a single measurement or press and hold for continuous measurement.
- Page 10 CHANGE ANGLE/CALIBRATE/CANCEL This key has two (single angle models) or three (dual angle models) functions; Change Angle (dual angle models only): In measurement mode press the C key to toggle between the measurement angles 20° > 60° > 20°/60° . Calibrate: In measurement mode press the C key for 2 seconds to initiate the calibration process.
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Page 11: Taking A Reading
3 TAKING A READING Before you start taking readings, always check the calibration of the gauge: 3.1 CHECK THE CALIBRATION VALUE 1. Place the gauge onto the gloss calibration tile ensuring that the body of the gauge fits within the recess in the foam. - Page 12 3. Take a reading by pressing the READ/SELECT key. 4. Compare the reading for the angle chosen with the gloss value of the tile at that angle - look for the sticker inside the calibration tile case. If the reading taken by the gauge matches the gloss value of the tile, the gauge is within calibration limits and is ready for use.
- Page 13 4. The angle, gloss value and reading number are shown on the display and stored in memory. Each press and release of the READ/SELECT key takes a further measurement. Each time a measurement is taken the number of readings stored increases by one. If an erroneous reading is taken it can be deleted - see “Deleting data”...
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Page 14: Deleting Data
3.3 TO MEASURE A LARGE SURFACE The Elcometer 406L has a special feature which allows large surfaces to be checked quickly - ‘Move-and- Read’. 1. While taking measurements, press and hold the READ/SELECT key. The gauge will start to take a measurement. -
Page 15: Viewing Measurement Statistics
3. Press the READ/SELECT key to confirm. The LAST reading will be deleted and the gauge will prompt for further deletions. If necessary, continue to delete further readings by pressing the READ/SELECT key. 4. To delete all ALL readings for the displayed angle, press and hold READ/SELECT key 5. -
Page 16: Calibration
6 CALIBRATION Calibrate your Elcometer 406L using the certified calibration tile supplied with your gauge. In stable temperature and humidity conditions the instrument will only need occasional calibration. Measure the calibration tile every 6 to 8 hours to verify this for your conditions. - Page 17 The gauge will then return to the measurement mode and is ready for use. Note: The Elcometer 406L has an automatic calibration tile check routine. If the calibration tile is dirty or damaged and the value does not conform to that stored in the memory the display will show the following warning messages: Poss.
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Page 18: System Set-Up
ARE YOU SURE? The tile should be cleaned and the measurement of the calibration tile Press Read Key repeated. If scratches or permanent marks are seen, press the C key. The calibration value will not be stored. A new calibration tile will be required if permanent marks are present. 7 SYSTEM SET-UP Use system set-up to configure your gauge to suit the way you work. - Page 19 1. Enter system set-up and then press the SCROLL UP/DOWN key SET STD CAL VAL. until the display shows: 60° 88.1 2. Press the READ/SELECT key to enter this menu option. The display SET STD CAL VAL. will show: CAL Mode Active 3.
- Page 20 Note: To calibrate your gauge with zero calibration switched on, follow the calibration procedure given in 6.2 on page 14, however when the gauge prompts ‘Sample Zero Ref’, place the gauge onto the black foam in the lid of the calibration tile case and then press READ/SELECT. The gauge will calibrate to zero and then continue with the standard calibration procedure.
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Page 21: Novo-Soft™ Software
7.5 LANGUAGE - SELECTING The Elcometer 406L can display menus in the following languages; English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Dutch. To select language, use the following procedure: 1. Enter system set-up and then press the SCROLL UP/DOWN key Select Language... - Page 22 8.2 INTERFACING TO YOUR PC 1. Connect the USB cable to a free COM port on your PC. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the instrument. 8.3 RUNNING THE PROGRAM If you accepted the default directory, the program will be installed C:\Program Files\Novo-Soft On Windows XP, the installation program creates an entry on the start menu.
- Page 23 8.4 SAMPLE DATA To enable you to test some of the features of Novo-Soft before downloading any real data, files containing sample data are installed with the software. To access the data, click on ‘Load’ and look for the ‘.res’ files in the directories labelled ‘20degree’, ‘60degree’, etc.
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Page 24: Storage And Transit
The gauge does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the Elcometer 406L should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer. The warranty will be invalidated if the instrument has been opened. Contact details can be found on the outside cover of these instructions, or on the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.com... -
Page 25: Statistics Terminology
It is important that a calibration tile has an up-to-date certificate and the normal renewal period is 12 months. However, it should be noted that if successive calibration certificates give the same value for the tile, extension of the renewal period to 24 months is permitted. 10.2 MAINTAINING YOUR GAUGE Before use, check that the metal base of your gauge is clean and free of any damage. -
Page 26: Technical Specification
12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Resolution: 0.1 GU 0.1% Repeatability 0.5% Reproducibility Memory capacity: 200 readings per angle Measurement area: 60°, 15 mm x 10 mm (0.59" x 0.39") e llipse 20°, 10 mm (0.39") diameter spot Display: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Display languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Dutch Operating Temperature:... -
Page 27: Spare Parts And Accessories
A range of intermediate Gloss Calibration Tiles is available - contact Elcometer for details. 14 RELATED EQUIPMENT In addition to the Elcometer 406L Statistical Glossmeter, Elcometer produces a wide range of other equipment for measuring the appearance of surface coatings. Users of the Elcometer 406L Statistical Glossmeter may also benefit from the following Elcometer products: •...