Default setting - rpm mode, non autoranging
1. Programming - measurement mode selection
All measurement modes are chosen by this method and once confirmed,
selected mode remains in permanent memory until re-programmed by the user.
1.1.
To change mode hold programme button on and press up measure
button and then release both buttons, the display will now illuminate
all icons, and the current range will flash.
1.2.
To select new measurement mode press either up or down button to
scan through the modes, when the required mode icons flash release
measure button & press programme button once to confirm settings.
For non-speed modes the unit is now programmed and ready for use.
1.3.
To select mx, mn, av. modes continue to scroll through each one, if
the mode is not required, stop scan when all three icons illuminate
continuously, then press programme button once.
The instrument is now ready to use.
Note. Selected parameters will be retained until reprogrammed.
2. Optical revolutions speed measurement - rpm or rps.
2.1.
Attach small reflective target to machine shaft (typically 6mm x
25mm)
2.2.
Start machine and point the tachometer towards the target.
2.3.
Press and hold either of the ON up/down buttons to suit application
and hold continuously.
2.4.
Aim light beam onto target, ensure "on-target" sign is lit or flashing
steadily
2.5.
Read off rpm, releasing button will hold last reading.
2.6.
Last rpm reading will be held in display for 1 minute.
2.7.
Press the On button to zero reading or take another measurement.
2.8.
Releasing the ON switch will hold the reading automatically for 1
minute, automatic switch off.
3. Contact revolution speed measurement - rpm or rps.
Warning for TMRT 1Ex:
Ensure the contact adapter rotates freely before use.
Continuous contact time must not exceed 10 seconds.
3.1.
Fit contact adapter into the tachometer and ensure a good click fit
connection.
3.2.
Start machine and make clean contact with the recess in shaft end
(wheel can be removed).
3.3.
Contact the shaft end via the rubber cone, ensure a steady firm
pressure is applied and that the instrument is in line accurately with
the machine shaft.
3.4.
Press and hold either up or down measure button as required & read
speed.
3.5.
Releasing the ON switch will hold the reading automatically for 1
minute, automatic switch off.
4. Linear contact speeds measurement - metres, yds, feet etc.
Warning for TMRT 1Ex:
Ensure the contact adapter rotates freely before use.
Continuous contact time must not exceed 10 seconds.
4.1.
Fit contact adaptor as above.
4.2.
Keeping the on button pressed, now place the contact wheel on the
moving surface and read the linear rate, ensure wheel is vertical to
the moving surface.
4.3.
Releasing the on button will then hold the last reading in the display
for 1 min.
4.4.
The instrument retains selected measurement mode for further linear
measurements after switch off until programmed to a different mode.
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See section 1.
See section 1.
See section 1.