Operation; Preparation For Measurement - Extech Instruments 475040 User Manual

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METER BACK AND MOUNTING SCREW DESCRIPTION
1. Mounting screws:
Hex head (#4 Allen wrench) with a thread size of metric
(ISO) M5 x 0.8. The spacing between screws is 60.0 mm
(2.36")
2. Battery compartment access screws
3. Battery compartment

Operation

Preparation for Measurement

1. The 475044 or 474040 automatically determine TENSION or COMPRESSION (Push or
Pull) force during use. Compression displays as a negative value and Tension displays as a
positive value.
2. Select units of measure (grams/kilograms, ounces/pounds, or Newtons) via the units select
button.
3. Attach the desired adapter (tension – hook; compression.- flat, cone or chisel head) to the
Universal Sensing Head.
4. Select FAST or SLOW response. The FAST setting permits the capture of fast
measurement changes and the SLOW setting provides an averaged reading display.
5. Zero the display before each measurement via the Zero button.
Note: The sensing head with adapter must be in line with the object being measured. Avoid
rotating the sensing head. Refer to the figure below.
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