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- Page 1 Elcometer 415 Coating Thickness Gauge 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. Doc.No. TMA-0385 Issue 03...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Section Page About your gauge ..............2 What the box contains . -
Page 4: About Your Gauge
(µm). Similar screens will be seen when the gauge is set to mils. The Elcometer 415 is not suitable for use on blasted substrates. For this application, contact Elcometer for informa- tion on the Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge. -
Page 5: What The Box Contains
Consult your Local Environmental Authority for further guidance. To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 415, please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have any... -
Page 6: Getting Started
3 GETTING STARTED Before you use your gauge for the first time, remove the paper strip from the battery compartment. 3.1 FITTING BATTERIES Batteries are located under the cover at the rear of the gauge. Use two LR03 (AAA), alkaline dry batteries, or rechargeable equivalent; take care to ensure correct battery polarity. - Page 7 3.5 SELECTING A LANGUAGE The Elcometer 415 has over 20 languages built-in. When the gauge is switched on for the first time after batteries have been fitted, the display will show the language selection screen. Press to locate your language, then press SEL. The gauge operates in the new language until changed.
- Page 8 3.6 THE SYMBOLS ON THE DISPLAY Battery condition indicator. When the battery condition indicator flashes and the gauge beeps every 10 seconds, change the batteries. When the batteries are exhausted, the gauge emits five loud beeps and then switches off. Fe/NF Substrate type.
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Page 9: Taking A Reading
4 TAKING A READING 1. Hold the gauge with the probe pressed firmly against the surface you are measuring. If the gauge is off, it will switch on automatically. 2. Read the coating thickness shown on the display. The display also shows the substrate type (Ferrous or Non-ferrous) and the measurement units (µm or mil). -
Page 10: The Menu
5 THE MENU Press the MENU button to access all features of your gauge: MENU SETUP UNITS Zero Units µm Setup Beep volume About Languages Reset BEEP VOLUME ABOUT Gauge information Probe information Contact LANGUAGES English Deutsch RESET Française Factory cal etc. -
Page 11: Adjusting Gauge Calibration
The probe is a consumable item and will eventually wear. Probe life will depend on the number of measurements taken and how abrasive the coating is. Probe life can be prolonged by careful positioning of the probe on the surface. If the probe becomes worn or damaged, return your gauge to Elcometer for probe replacement and re-programming. -
Page 12: Storage
The gauge does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the gauge should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer. The warranty will be invalidated if the gauge has been opened. -
Page 13: Technical Data
Whichever is the greater. Operation outside these limits depends upon climatic conditions. If required, contact Elcometer for further information. Alkaline batteries must be disposed of carefully to avoid environmental contamination. Please consult your local envi- ronmental authority for information on disposal in your region. -
Page 14: Accessories
11 ACCESSORIES The following accessories and spares are available from Elcometer, or your local Elcometer supplier. 11.1 COATING THICKNESS STANDARDS Ferrous (2 Values): T995166001 Ferrous (4 Values): T995111261 Non-Ferrous (2 Values): T995166011 Non-Ferrous (4 Values): T995111271 11.2 CHECKPIECES Ferrous: T99916925... -
Page 15: Related Equipment
12 RELATED EQUIPMENT Elcometer produces a wide range of coating thickness gauges and associated paint inspection equipment. Users of the Elcometer 415 may also benefit from the following Elcometer products: • Uncured powder thickness gauges • Inspection management software •...
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