What is Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature? Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a summer heat index that indicates the level of severity of heat. In addition to the air temperature, the calculations of this heat index take into account humidity (which affects sweating) and forms of radiant heat such as solar radiation and reflected heat.
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Warning Be sure to understand the specifications of this product before use, and use it as a guide for heatstroke countermeasures. Please note that TANITA cannot accept any responsibility whatsoever for secondary accidents that may occur due to errors in accuracy of the device.
Names of Parts <Front> <Side> Black Globe Temperature Sensor Display MODE Button Protective Cover for Temperature Sensor Carabiner <Back> (Accessory) ON/OFF Button Hanging Attachment (Accessory) Hook Battery Cover Battery Cover for Attaching to a Tripod (Accessory) Accessories Instruction Manual (This Manual) Hanging attachments (1 white, 1 blue) Carabiner (1) Battery cover for attaching to a tripod (1)
Inserting the Battery 1.Use the provided screwdriver or a small commercially available small screwdriver to unscrew the screws in the counter-clockwise direction and remove them. + 2.Insert the battery (CR2032) with the “ ” side facing upwards in the direction of the arrow.
Reading the Display ・ The display is shown in ℉ after inserting the battery. ・ Press the ON/OFF button ( ) to switch the display to℃. ・ Press the MODE button ( ) to switch the measurement details. ℉ ℃ Display Symbol Function...
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Display When the Measurement Range is Exceeded The display changes as follows when the measurement range is exceeded. Flashes when the temperature is below 32.0°F (0.0℃) WBGT Flashes when the temperature is above 122.0°F (50.0℃) Flashes when the temperature is below 32.0°F (0.0℃) Flashes when the temperature is above 140.0°F (60.0℃) Flashes when the temperature is below 32.0°F (0.0℃) ※...
Setting the WBGT Alert Temperature The alert alarm sounds when the WBGT alarm setting temperature is exceeded for every 10 minute interval when the power is ON. 1.When in the normal display, press and hold the ON/OFF button ( ) and MODE button ( together for 2 seconds.
For More Information on Threshold Values Please visit: http://www.tanita.com/en/tt-563/ Switching the Alert ON/OFF Press and hold the MODE button ( ) for approximately 2 seconds to toggle the alert on or off. →The alert mark ( ) lights when the alert is switched on.
Back Light Function Press the MODE button ( ) and the backlight lights for approximately 5 seconds. Turning the Power Off Press the ON/OFF button ( OFF is displayed for for approximately 2 seconds. approximately 1 second, after which the device power turns off. ・The alarm does not sound when the power is off.
Attaching the Hanging Attachment 1.Align the square hole on the hanging Hook attachment with the hook position on the battery cover, and press the base of the attachment firmly. Base of the hanging attachment 2.Use your other hand to pull the attachment and fit it into place from the front of the hook to the back.
Various Functions Wearing around the neck or waist ・ Use the provided carabiner and a commercially available strap to wear around your neck. ・ Use the provided carabiner to hang from a belt, etc. Hanging from a hook (When using indoors) ・...
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Attaching to a tripod 1.Replace the battery cover with the battery cover for attaching to a tripod. Battery Cover Battery cover for attaching to a tripod 2.Attach to the tripod Caution A t t a c h s o t h a t t h e b l a c k globe is upwards.
The product design and specifications may be changed at any time without prior notice. This product complies with the EMC requirements of the European Community. Tanita Corporation of America Inc. 2625 South Clearbrook Drive Arlington Heights, IL 60005 USA Tel: +1-847-640-9241 Fax: +1-847-640-9261 www.tanita.com...
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