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- Page 1 Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter with Statistics Operating Instructions...
- Page 2 All rights reserved. No part of this Document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored (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 Instruments Ltd.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Section Page About your gauge ..............3 1.1 Features . - Page 4 10 Maintenance ..............25 11 Spares .
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Page 5: About Your Gauge
All models include readings memory, statistical analysis of readings and a PC interface to allow the data to be transferred to a PC or printer. Novo-Soft™ software is included for analysis and archiving on a PC. The user can calibrate the Elcometer 402 using a certified calibration tile which is supplied with the gauge. -
Page 6: Features
Your Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter is accurate and user friendly, allowing Statistical Process Control of gloss to be conducted quickly and easily at any location. 1.2 STANDARDS Your Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter can be used in accordance with the following National and International Standards: ISO 2813... -
Page 7: What The Box Contains
The gauge 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. Note: Before you use your Elcometer 402 for the first time, you must charge the battery for a minimum of 16 hours. -
Page 8: Getting Started
2 GETTING STARTED 2.1 THE PARTS OF YOUR GAUGE Control panel Battery display charger socket RS232 interface Measurement aperture Figure 1. Elcometer 402 (Dual angle model) -
Page 9: Charging The Battery
2.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY Plugging the charger into the socket marked DC on the side of the instrument allows the battery to be charged. The battery will be fully charged in approximately 16 hours from full discharge. Ensure that the low battery symbol is showing on the display before recharging; this will maximise the life of the battery. -
Page 10: Switching The Gauge On And Off
Reset button, which would be written in this manual as DELETE. 2.4 SWITCHING THE GAUGE ON AND OFF Press and release the red ON button. The gauge will switch on with a display showing the gauge type, and manufacturer, e.g: NOVO-GLOSS Elcometer Instruments... -
Page 11: The Display
There is a short delay of 5 to 6 seconds while the gauge switches on; when the gauge is ready to take readings the display will change to the reading screen. The unit will switch off automatically approximately 2 minutes after the last button is pressed. If, however, you wish to switch off instantly, press and release the second function button, then hold down the ON button. -
Page 12: Changing Display Language
2.6 CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE Your instrument is configured to operate in one of six languages - English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Español or Nederlands. Usually it is set to the language most relevant to the country of supply, but it can be changed to another, if preferred. - Page 13 Figure 4. Language selection dip-switches 5. Use a blunt instrument, such as a pen, to push the numbered dip switches to the required positions, as indicated in the table below. ‘Up’ is away from you; ‘down’ is towards you.
- Page 14 Language Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4 English down down down down Français down down down Español down down down Deutsch down down Italiano down down down Nederlands down down 6. Once the required language is selected, replace the instrument case and retaining screws. The instrument will now operate in the new language.
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Page 15: Taking A Reading
3 TAKING A READING 3.1 Before you start • Check the calibration of your gauge - See “Calibration adjustment” on page 17. • Inspect the underside of the instrument to ensure it is clean and free of scratches. Also inspect the lenses and the channels leading to them and remove any dust that may have accumulated. -
Page 16: Deleting Data
3. Press the yellow button to confirm reset, any other button to reject. 5 STATISTICS Your Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter is capable of storing up to 200 readings per angle in its internal memory. The gauge can display a statistical analysis of these readings, including minimum, maximum, mean, standard deviation and coefficient of variation of stored readings. - Page 17 Maximum reading (MAX). Press and hold the yellow STATS button again to display the Mean reading (MEAN) and the Standard Deviation (SD) of the readings. Dual and triple angle Glossmeters have separate sets of data and statistics for each angle. Statistics mode may be exited by pressing the STATS button once (activating the 2nd function), and then a second time.
- Page 18 5.2 Output Data Pressing the OUTPUT button (on triple angle Glossmeters), or 2nd/OUTPUT (on dual or single angle Glossmeters) will send all the data in memory for the current measurement angle only to the RS 232C output port, to which either a PC running NOVO-SOFT or a serial printer may be connected. Each data point is briefly displayed as it is output, even if no interface hardware is connected.
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Page 19: Calibration Adjustment
6 CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENT Before taking readings and at regular intervals, check the calibration of your gauge (see section 6.2) using the calibration tile supplied with the gauge. If the values differ by more than ±0.5 (GU) it will be necessary to adjust the calibration (see section 6.4). 6.1 The calibration tile The calibration tile consists of a black glass tile mounted in matt foam in a protective case (Figure 5). - Page 20 Regular cleaning of the surface of the tile using the cloth provided is recommended. If necessary the tile can be cleaned using warm soapy water and dried with a soft lint-free cloth. Foam Lid - Zero Gloss Value Calibration Tile - High Gloss Value Figure 5.
- Page 21 6.2 Checking calibration 1. Place the aperture of the gauge on the calibration tile in the box supplied with the instrument. 2. Press the Angle button to select the angle. 3. Press the Read button. 4. Compare the value shown on the display with the value written on the calibration tile for the appropriate angle.
- Page 22 6.4 To calibrate your gauge 1. Calibrate to zero 1. Place the aperture of the gauge on the foam in the lid of the calibration tile box supplied with your gauge. 2. Press the ANGLE button to select the angle (dual and triple angle models only). 3.
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Page 23: Interfacing With A Computer Or Printer
Your Glossmeter can be connected to a computer or a printer. When connected to a printer, readings can be printed as they are obtained or printed all at once. When connected to a computer the readings can be downloaded using any suitable software or using the Novo-Soft software included with your Elcometer 402. 7.1 NOVO-SOFT software Interfacing your Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™... -
Page 24: Using Novo-Soft Software
7.3 Configuration of Printer Your gauge is also capable of printing directly to a serial printer, such as that available from Elcometer. Please note that your printer must have line feeds enabled with carriage returns, otherwise all data will be printed in the same place and be illegible (see printer handbook). - Page 25 C:\Program Files\Novo-Soft On Windows XP, the installation program creates an entry on the start menu. To run the program: Click > Start > All programs > Novo-Soft > Novo-Soft The following screen will appear: 8.4 Sample Data To enable you to test some of the features of Novo-Soft before downloading any real data, files containing sample data are installed with the software.
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Page 26: Gloss Measurement Overview
To access the data click on ‘Load’ and look for the ‘.res’ files in the directories labelled ‘20degree’, ‘60degree’, etc. 8.5 Uploading and analysing readings For instructions on how to upload and analyse data from the gauge click on the HELP icon in Novo-Soft. 9 GLOSS MEASUREMENT OVERVIEW It is important that the test area is free of dust, dirt, fingerprints, etc. -
Page 27: Maintenance
With the exception of replacement of the lamp(s) the gauge does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the Elcometer 402 should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or direct to Elcometer. Contact details can be found on the outside cover of these instructions and at www.elcometer.com... - Page 28 10.2 Gauge The Elcometer 402 should always be checked to ensure that the metal base is clean. Care must be taken to ensure that the base remains free of any damage. The optical cavities and lenses must also be free of...
- Page 29 Elcometer or your local supplier erratic,rapidly blown lamp replace lamp (see section 10.5) fluctuating readings reads low or zero...
- Page 30 10.5 Fitting a new lamp The gauge is supplied with two replacement lamp assemblies. To change the lamp, follow the instructions given below. Note: If changing more than one lamp, mark the inline connectors to ensure correct connection. 1. Remove instrument case (See “Case removal and refitting” on page 27). 2.
- Page 31 Figure 7. Perpendicular filament alignment. 4. Replace and tighten the two retaining screws. 5. Switch the unit on and press 2nd/SET CAL (single/dual angle models only) or SET CAL (triple angle models only). 6. Place the gauge on the calibration tile and hold down the green READ button. Use a small screwdriver to adjust the internal calibration screw(s), located at the left-hand end of the bottom PCB (Figure 8);...
- Page 32 Note: Dual angle Glossmeters, only have screws B and C and single angle Glossmeters only have screw C. Figure 8. Location of Calibration screws on bottom PCB. 7. When the correct value is reached, do not adjust the screw any further, and release the green READ button.
- Page 33 10.6 Battery Performance Test A battery performance test can be carried out in order to either test or restore the battery capacity. Also, the procedure below will show you how to discharge the battery before transportation. To determine if the battery is functioning properly, it must first be discharged and then recharged fully. Once charged, it must be left running in ‘Soak test mode’...
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Page 34: Spares
The Glossmeter can be discharged (for transportation, etc.) using step 1 of the above procedure. 11 SPARES The Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter is complete with all the items required to get started and take measurements, however over the life of the gauge replacements may be required. The following replacement items are available from Elcometer or your local supplier. -
Page 35: Technical Specification
12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Versions: Single Angle 20° or 60° or 85° Dual Angle 20° and 60° Triple Angle 20° , 60° and 75° or 20° , 60° and 85° Dimensions: Single Angle 150mm x 50mm x 110mm (6" x 2" x 4.5") Dual Angle 150mm x 50mm x 110mm (6"... -
Page 36: Storage And Transit
14 RELATED EQUIPMENT In addition to the Elcometer 402 Novo-Gloss™ Glossmeter, Elcometer produces a wide range of other equipment for measuring the appearance of surface coatings. Users of the Elcometer 402 may also benefit from the following Elcometer products: •...