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Getting Started
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To avoid a burn hazard or fire, know that reflective objects
may be much hotter than the indicated temperature
reading.
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To avoid damaging the thermometer or the equipment under
test, protect them from the following:
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EMF (electro-magnetic fields) from arc welders, induction
heaters, etc.
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Static electricity
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Thermal shock (caused by large or abrupt ambient
temperature changes- for highest accuracy, allow 30
minutes for thermometer to stabilize before use).
Laser
Aperture
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Do not leave the thermometer on or near objects of
high temperature.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
WCaution
Figure 1. Laser Safety Markings
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