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USER GUIDE COMBINATION PHOTO/CONTACT TACHOMETER Model RPM40 GlobalTestSupply www. .com nd Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.co...
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Combination photo and contact tachometer Laser pointer for Photo Tachometer targeting Non‐contact Photo Tachometer detects target to a distance of 1.5m (4.9 ft.) Wide measuring range 0.5 to 19,999 RPM (Contact) and 99,999 RPM (Photo) 0.1% basic accuracy Memory/Recall of highest, lowest, and last readings Durable, light‐weight ABS plastic housing Safety Use extreme caution when the laser beam is on Do not point the beam toward anyone's eye Be careful not to let the beam strike the eye from a reflective surface Do not use the laser near explosive gases or in other potentially explosive areas RPM40-en-GB_V1.2 10/14 GlobalTestSupply www. .com nd Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.co...
7. Measure Button 8. Function Button 9. Memory Button The battery compartment is located on back of meter. Battery Replacement The low battery indicator appears when the batteries need to be replaced. To replace the batteries: Open the rear battery compartment by removing the two Phillips head screws that secure it Replace the four 1.5V AA batteries observing correct polarity Replace the battery cover before attempting to use the meter Never dispose of used batteries or rechargeable batteries in household waste. As consumers, users are legally required to take used batteries to appropriate collection sites, the retail store where the batteries were purchased, or wherever batteries are sold. Disposal: Do not dispose of this instrument in household waste. The user is obligated to take end‐of‐life devices to a designated collection point for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. RPM40-en-GB_V1.2 10/14 GlobalTestSupply www. .com nd Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.co...
Light source and reflection Photo Tachometer Reflective tape Rotating object NOTE: Bright ambient light may interfere with the reflected light. Shading the target area may be necessary in some cases. CAUTION: Rotating objects can be dangerous. Use extreme care. RPM40-en-GB_V1.2 10/14 GlobalTestSupply www. .com nd Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.co...
Surface Speed Measurement 1. Select the Surface Speed (m/min, ft/min, or in/min) mode as described above in the ‘Selecting a function’ section. 2. Attach the Surface Speed wheel (2) to the meter. 3. Press the MEASURE button and place the surface speed wheel against the object under test. 4. Release the MEASURE button when the reading stabilizes (approximately 2 seconds). Memory Recall The minimum (dn), maximum (UP), and last (LA) reading values are stored in memory after each measurement (after the MEASURE button is released). To view these values: 1. Press and hold the MEMORY button (9), the display will toggle between the stored reading and its identification label (dn for lowest reading), UP for highest reading, or LA for last reading). 2. Release the MEMORY button and then press and hold it again to view the next stored reading. 3. Release the MEMORY button and then press and hold it again to view the next stored reading. 4. Repeat these steps as desired. RPM40-en-GB_V1.2 10/14 GlobalTestSupply www. .com nd Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.co...
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