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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Product Manual 355 Coating Thickness Gauge Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauge Standard Model Operating Instructions Copyright 2016 Burwell Technologies For more information: 1300 287 935 / mail@burwell.com.au / www.burwell.com.au... - Page 2 Elcometer Limited. A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via www.elcometer.com. Doc.No. TMA-0143 Issue 06 Text with Cover No: 4804 1300 287 935 2 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 3 17 Quick Reference Guide............42 1300 287 935 3 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
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Page 4: About Your Gauge
The Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauge is a world beating product. With the purchase of this gauge you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer. For more information visit our website at www.elcometer.com... - Page 5 355 Coating Thickness Gauge For the IMO PSPC , the thickness of coatings should be recorded. Your Elcometer 355 can be used for this. NON-FERROUS (NF) ASTM D 1400, BS 3900 (C5), BS 5411 (3), BS 5599, DIN 50984, ISO 2360 supersedes BS 5411-3, ISO 2808-7D supersedes BS 3900-C5-6B, BS 5411-3, DIN 50984, ISO 2808-6B, ISO 2808-12, ASTM B244 (probes N1, N4).
- Page 6 Consult your Local Environmental Authority for further guidance. To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 355, please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have any questions.
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Page 7: Getting Started
2.2 FITTING BATTERIES Batteries are located under the cover at the rear of the gauge. (Elcometer 355 Top model shown) Fit three LR6 (AA), alkaline dry batteries, or rechargeable equivalent; take care to ensure correct battery polarity. - Page 8 To switch your gauge off, press and hold [ENTER] for three seconds. Your gauge can also be set to switch off automatically - see “Date and time” on page 14. 1300 287 935 8 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 9 A data output interface is located on the top of your gauge. 2.7 SELECTING A LANGUAGE The Elcometer 355 has a number of languages built-in.To select a language, see “Language function” on page 17. 2.8 CHANGING UNITS Your gauge can display coating thickness in µm (microns), mm, mil and thou.
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Page 10: Taking A Reading
“Fault Finding / Error Codes” on page 27. To save readings into memory (batching), refer to the instructions given in “Batches and memory” on page 10. 1300 287 935 10 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... -
Page 11: Calibration - Base And Cal
Note: If ‘base’ or ‘cal’ are used with regular values, the [BASE] or [CAL] keys may be pressed to recall the last value entered to the display in order to save re-entering the numeric data. [ENTER] is used to confirm the display value in memory. 1300 287 935 11 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... -
Page 12: Batches And Memory
When the correct batch number is displayed, press [ENTER] to load this batch in Auto batch mode. If data exists in the batch selected, the last reading will be displayed. 1300 287 935 12 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... - Page 13 Press [ENTER] to clear the selected batch. If ‘Batch 0’ is selected and [CLEAR] is pressed, then all batches may be cleared and the display will alternate as shown: 1300 287 935 13 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
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Page 14: Setup
The setup mode enables the User to adjust a number of different functions to suit the way the instrument is operated. The setup mode is based around 10 functions, each of which has sub-functions. After pressing [SETUP], Function No 10 (for auto batching mode) will be displayed: 1300 287 935 14 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... - Page 15 Press [ENTER] and use [<] or [>] to select one of the options which are available e.g. Press [ENTER] to set this option to required rate and return to the Printer SetUp Menu, or [Esc] to cancel the operation. 1300 287 935 15 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 16 1994 and 2093 and is adjusted using the [<] and [>] keys as before. Having pressed [SETUP], use [<] or [>] to select, followed by [ENTER]: Date and Time Sub Functions. 1300 287 935 16 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 17 [<] and [>] to select within that option ([Esc] cancels the operation): Set day/month and year). Set time of day. Time stamp (not available on Elcometer 355 model Standard). Switch off timeout period in minutes (1-30) or 0 for none. 1300 287 935 17 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au...
- Page 18 6.4 PASSWORD FUNCTION Having pressed [SETUP], use [<] or [>] to select: Password Function (not available on Elcometer 355 model Standard) 6.5 AUTO MEASUREMENT MODE FUNCTION Having pressed [SETUP], [<] or [>] selects: This mode takes readings automatically and displays them digitally in the chosen units giving a form of analogue display.
- Page 19 Press [ENTER] to set this option or [Esc] to cancel the operation. 6.8 LANGUAGE FUNCTION Having pressed [SETUP], use [<] or [>] to select: Language formats used on printouts. Press [ENTER] to see which language version is active. 1300 287 935 19 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 20 Press [SETUP], [ENTER] or [Esc] to return to the ‘LAn’ display. 6.9 REASONABLE LIMITS FUNCTION Not available with standard software. The ‘nA’ message will be displayed and the Elcometer 355 then exits the SetUp Menu automatically. 6.10 AUTOBATCH This signifies the Autobatch entry Menu.
- Page 21 ‘0’. Note: If ‘E14’ is displayed when entering an existing batch, the batch has been set up with a different type of probe module. 1300 287 935 21 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 22 355 Coating Thickness Gauge 6.11 SETUP CHART 1300 287 935 22 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
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Page 23: Statistics
], [σ], [<] and [>] will display (for 1 second or for as long as the key is pressed) mean, standard deviation, lowest and highest readings whether in immediate (Batch 0) or auto batch mode. 1300 287 935 23 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... -
Page 24: Transferring Readings To A Computer
1. Connect your gauge to your PC COM port using the cable supplied. For USB, use the optional adapter, sales part number T99916716. 2. Switch on your gauge. 3. Start the software and follow the instructions included with the software. 1300 287 935 24 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... -
Page 25: Printing
355 Coating Thickness Gauge 9 PRINTING The Elcometer 355 can be used with EPSON compatible serial and parallel printers with the appropriate interface leads. The setup mode may be used to select either the baud rate for serial printers or the parallel output printing mode. - Page 26 Press [ENTER] to print all N batches* in the order in which they were used. Press [ENTER] to select specific transfer mode which may be used to transfer data to Elcometer’s ElcoMaster™ Software or to other data collectors. 1300 287 935 26 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 27 Use [<] and [>] to select the required sub-function (numbers 91 to 96 incl.) as follows: Press [ENTER] to display the software issue and version no. in form V.xx where x = issue no. 1300 287 935 27 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 28 Press [ENTER] to show all display segments and show the backlight is working. Press [ENTER], [Esc] or [SETUP] to end. Press [ENTER] to turn the Elcometer 355 off, or [Esc] or [SETUP] to return to the ‘SoFt’ display. Note: The batch symbol may be displayed if the instrument is in batch mode when the [PRINT] key is pressed.
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Page 29: Fault Finding / Error Codes
The printer is off-line. (There may be a delay of approximately 30 seconds before receiving this message). The memory is full. No readings were taken before trying to enter a base or cal factor. 1300 287 935 29 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... - Page 30 The probe module is not responding or is not plugged in. Calibration Factor error. Too large a value has been entered for a Cal Factor. Cannot complete standard deviation calculation 1300 287 935 30 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
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Page 31: Storage
If you return your Elcometer 355 for any reason, please describe why as fully as possible. Make sure that you include any probe modules that are associated with the condition, as most faults are associated with the consumable item (the probe) and an alternative module may allow further use of your gauge. -
Page 32: Accessories
13 ACCESSORIES A range of optional accessories is available for your Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauge. For more information, or to place an order, please contact Elcometer or your local Elcometer supplier. Consult the following sections for details of: •... - Page 33 355 Coating Thickness Gauge 13.1 PROBE MODULES Elcometer's unique Probe Modules allow versatile application of the Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauges. Probe Modules can be freely interchanged as required on both ferrous (F) and non-ferrous (NF) metal substrates. Most Probe Modules are capable of an accuracy of ±1% of the reading on a variety of coatings and surfaces.
- Page 34 Each probe module is supplied with an appropriate set of precision foils measured using a linear displacement transducer with an accuracy of 1% or 1 µm (whichever is the greater) of the reading. 1300 287 935 34 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 35 13.3 Precision hand grip The Elcometer 355 is supplied with a precision hand grip for use with the F1, F2 and N1 standard style probes. The grip is designed to help control the placement of the probe on surfaces in a repeatable way so that the optimum accuracy capability can be achieved.
- Page 36 13.8 Headphones/earpiece The Elcometer 355 has a 3.5mm jack socket fitted to the top end plate next to the 25 way D socket. This may be used with an earpiece with volume control (Part No. T35512220) or with headphones (Part No.
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Page 37: Technical Specification
20 hours minimum 15 RELATED EQUIPMENT Elcometer produces a wide range of coating thickness gauges and associated paint inspection equipment. Users of the Elcometer 355 may also benefit from the following Elcometer products: • Elcometer 550 Uncured Powder Thickness Gauges •... -
Page 38: Tutorial
This tutorial is intended to demonstrate the features of the Elcometer 355 Standard instrument and is designed to work with an F1 module fitted to an unused Elcometer 355. If other modules are used, or if information is stored from previous operations, the response of the instrument to the commands below may be different. - Page 39 The number of readings increments in the top left hand corner as each reading is displayed. The last reading is held on the display. Press and hold: ] to read mean [σ] to read standard deviation [<] to read lowest reading [>] to read highest reading 1300 287 935 39 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 40 Set up Batch 1 by pressing [SETUP] [ENTER], adjusting the display to ‘1’ using [>]. Then press [ENTER]. The display will show: Take a set of readings and view , σ, < and> as before. 1300 287 935 40 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 41 If ‘F’ or ‘N’ flashes, then data is stored in the batch. If neither ‘F’ nor ‘NF’ flashes there is no data in that batch. 16.9 SETUP FUNCTIONS Press [SETUP] and the display will show: Use [>] twice to get to the Printer Setup Menu. 1300 287 935 41 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 42 Press [ENTER] to display the current volume, 0-4. (0=Off, 4=Loudest). Press [<] or [>] to step through these options. Press [ENTER] to select choice and return to the ‘bEEp’ display (or [Esc] to cancel the operation). 1300 287 935 42 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 43 Press [SETUP] and use [>] to step through to backlight option: Pressing [ENTER] displays current status - ‘oFF’ or ‘on’. [<] or [>] toggles between these two options. [ENTER] selects the chosen status and returns to the ‘bLi’ display. 1300 287 935 43 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
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Page 44: Quick Reference Guide
Select units - µm, mm, mil, thou [PRINT] Select print modes [CLEAR] Clears immediate mode and readings and statistics from a batch [SETUP] Setup User defined values e.g. batch selection 1300 287 935 44 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information... - Page 45 To clear current batch [SETUP] [ENTER] ([<] or [>]) [CLEAR] [ENTER] [ENTER] To clear specified batch [SETUP] [ENTER] ([<] or [>] to Batch 0) [CLEAR] [ENTER] [ENTER] To clear all batches 1300 287 935 45 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 46 Then use: [<] or [>] [ENTER] For sub-function [<] or [>] [ENTER] To change sub-function [SETUP] (+ [SETUP] or [Esc] as necessary) To exit Printing Mode [PRINT] [<] [>] [ENTER] To select print mode 1300 287 935 46 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au www.burwell.com.au For more information...
- Page 47 Switch Instrument Off Hold down [ENTER] for more than 3 seconds Note: The Elcometer 355 will automatically switch off after 60 seconds (User selectable between 1 and 30 minutes - see “Date and time” on page 14). 1300 287 935 47 of 48 mail@burwell.com.au...
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