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- Page 1 Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester Operating Instructions www.elcometer.com...
- Page 2 (in a retrieval system or otherwise) or translated into any language, in any form or by any means (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 TMA-0598 Issue 1 - Text with cover 25226 www.elcometer.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Section Page About this gauge ................................3 Setting the tip force ..............................5 Testing a surface ............................... 9 Maintenance ................................10 Technical specification ............................10 Spares ...................................11 Related equipment..............................12 www.elcometer.com... -
Page 4: About This Gauge
This Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester is a world beating product. With the purchase of this product 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 Ÿ Operating instructions Ÿ Your Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester is packed in a cardboard and foam package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance. www.elcometer.com...
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Page 6: Setting The Tip Force
To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have any questions. 2 SETTING THE TIP FORCE The force applied by the tip on the surface is determined by the colour of the spring and the position of the sliding collar. - Page 7 2.2 FITTING AND ADJUSTING A SPRING 1. Loosen locking screw to release spring tension. 2. Unscrew and remove the black knurled end cap. 3. Slide the collar off the Sclerometer. www.elcometer.com...
- Page 8 2.2 FITTING AND ADJUSTING SPRING (continued) 4. Remove the spring. 5. Select the appropriate spring and insert into the Sclerometer. 6. Refit the collar. www.elcometer.com...
- Page 9 8. Find the scale on the Sclerometer which matches the colour of the spring and adjust the tip force by sliding the collar to the required setting on the scale. 9. Tighten the locking screw. The gauge is now set and ready for testing. www.elcometer.com...
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Page 10: Testing A Surface
3. Examine the surface for marks left by the tip of the tool. Illuminating the surface from behind will help to reveal surface marking. If the surface is unmarked, increase the spring loading and repeat steps 1 to 3 until surface marking is detected. www.elcometer.com... -
Page 11: Maintenance
Always check the tip before use for damage or contamination. Clean or replace the tip if necessary. Replacement tips and springs are available from Elcometer or your local supplier - see “ Spares” on page 11. Details of Elcometer offices around the world are detailed on the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.com... -
Page 12: Spares
6 SPARES Your Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester is complete with all the items required to start taking measurements. Over the life of the gauge, the following spare parts and optional accessories may be required: 6.1 SPRINGS Spring colour Force... -
Page 13: Related Equipment
7 RELATED EQUIPMENT In addition to the Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester, Elcometer produces a wide range of other coating testing equipment. Users of the Elcometer 3092 Sclerometer Hardness Tester may also benefit from the following Elcometer product ranges: Elasticity and Resistance Deformation Testers Ÿ...