RayTek Rayst25 Autopro User Manual

RayTek Rayst25 Autopro User Manual

Infrared thermometer for automotive diagnostics

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Manual
Noncontact Temperature Measurement
Infrared Thermometer for Automotive Diagnostics
Infrarot-Thermometer für die Fahrzeugdiagnose
Termômetro Infravermelho para Diagnósticos Automotivos
Termómetro Infrarrojo para Diagnóstico Automotriz
Thermomètre infrarouge pour le diagnostique automobile
57560-1 Rev A West 11/02
info@Raytek-Direct.com
1.888.475.5235

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  • Page 1 Manual Noncontact Temperature Measurement Infrared Thermometer for Automotive Diagnostics Infrarot-Thermometer für die Fahrzeugdiagnose Termômetro Infravermelho para Diagnósticos Automotivos Termómetro Infrarrojo para Diagnóstico Automotriz Thermomètre infrarouge pour le diagnostique automobile 57560-1 Rev A West 11/02 info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 2 Raytek Japan, Inc. info@raytek.fr Osaka, Japan Tel: 81 6 4390 5015 Worldwide Service Fax: 81 6 4390 5016 Raytek offers services including info@raytekjapan.co.jp emergency repairs and calibration. For more information, contact South American Headquarters your local office or e-mail: Raytek do Brasil support@raytek.com...
  • Page 3: Specifications

    200 mm-600 mm (8 inches to 2 feet) MAX Temp. Display Display Hold (7 seconds) LCD Backlit Tripod Mounting 0.25” 20 UNC threading Removable base magnet Work area illumination Bright white LED (7100 millicandela) Additional Nylon Holster Options/Accessories NIST Calibration Certificate info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
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  • Page 5 Thermal shock (caused by large or abrupt Maximum temperature value (continuously ambient temperature changes—allow 30 updated while the unit is on) minutes for unit to stabilize before use) Temperature display Do not leave the unit on or near objects of Scan/Hold indicator high temperature info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 6 (B) down. Dual lasers and LED flashlight will turn on when the trigger is pulled. The lasers and LED flashlight will turn off when the trigger is released. The backlight will remain on for 7 seconds after the trigger is released. info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 7 If it is not possible to adjust the distance, see Distance & Spot Size information. Distance & Spot Size The relationship between distance and spot size is 16:1 at the focus point (200mm: 13mm or 8 info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 8 3V/m, the instrument may not meet its stated prevent accurate measurement by accuracy. obstructing the unit’s optics. The thermometer can be pointed using the sighting guides on top of the unit whenever it is difficult to see the laser sighting system. info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 9 Check and/or replace battery Laser doesn’t work Low or dead battery Replace battery Laser turned off Turn laser on Ambient temperature above Use in area with lower ambient 40°C (104°F) temperature Possible damage by EMF Contact your distributor info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
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  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    A/C condenser has sufficient airflow for an accurate temperature reading. If vehicle is stationary, raise idle and allow A/C system to stabilize before measuring outlet info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 12: Bearings, Bushings, Cv Joints & Universal Joints

    Using the IR thermometer, measure inlet and Inspect components and repair as necessary. outlet hose temperature near firewall. The temperature reading of the inlet hose should be approximately 10°C (20°F) hotter than the outlet info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 13: Brakes

    Remove, inspect and repair as necessary. properly. Normal temperature differential between front and rear brakes is 30°C (50°F). This procedure checks operation of front and rear brakes on these systems and applies to vehicles with disc/disc, drum/drum or disc/drum brake configuration. info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 14 If temperature differential is less than 30°C straight, level section of roadway. Operate (50°F), or rear brake temperature is hotter than front brakes, front brakes may not be working effectively. Check the following: Front brake adjustment too loose (drum brakes - front). info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 15: Cooling System

    This procedure applies possibly overheating. The task is to be able to to vehicles with disc/disc, drum/drum or trouble shoot and repair the cooling system disc/drum brake configuration and also to front/rear and diagonal split brake systems. info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 16 Temperature should decrease evenly from top to bottom. Also measure temperature at various points across radiator fins. If there is a drop in temperature at one section, this indicates info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 17: Engine Performance

    Temperature (ECT) sensor and Intake Air poor cylinder performance. This check may warn Temperature (IAT) sensor (if equipped) inputs of other mechanical problems. Check for the can be verified using the IR thermometer. To following: info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 18 Catalytic Converter - Efficiency Emission system operation (O , air An engine may run fine yet fail an emissions test. injection, etc). The catalytic converter efficiency can be checked. Start engine and test drive vehicle until info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 19: Heated Seats

    In this case, diagnose heated seat system using appropriate the inlet and outlet temperatures of the converter service information. will be close as with an expired converter. If this is the case, the converter and muffler will need to info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 20: Rear Window Defroster

    Ensure tire size on vehicle is the same across the front or rear and that bias-ply and radial tires are not mixed. Fig. 8: Measuring Tire Temperatures info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 21 Ride height too low (causing excessive Negative Camber - This is when the top of negative camber). the tire leans in toward the vehicle (1). See Excessive play in steering or suspension Fig. 10. components (tie-rod ends, ball joints, bushings, etc.). info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...
  • Page 22 Excessive amount of positive camber at that wheel. Excessive play in steering or suspension components (tie-rod ends, ball joints, bushings, etc.). Bent or damaged steering or suspension components. Bent axle or axle housing (solid front/rear axle vehicles). info@Raytek-Direct.com 1.888.475.5235...

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