IR610A Operating Instructions
Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability
Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for
1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable
batteries or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination,
or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized
to extend any other warranty on Amprobe's behalf. To obtain service during the
warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized
Amprobe Test Tools Service Center or to an Amprobe dealer or distributor. See
Repair Section for details. THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES - WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STAUTORY - INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY,
ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES,
ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or
consequential damages, this limitation of liability may not apply to you.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Laser Beam - Do not stare into Laser
beam or direct it toward the eyes.
CERTIFICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS
• The IR610A instrument is EN60825 Class II –1 mW certified for Laser Safety.
• Do not use any damaged part.
• Do not operate instrument in an explosive atmosphere. It is recommended
that you read the safety and operation instructions before using the infrared
thermometer. The symbol on the instrument indicates that the operator must
refer to an explanation in this manual.
DANGER
Pressing the button that turns the laser marker on and off. Exercise extreme care and
do not allow the laser beam to enter your eye or those of any other person or animal.
• Do not look directly into the laser light.
• When measuring the temperature of an object which has a mirror finish, be
careful not to allow the laser light beam to be reflected off the surface into your
eyes or those of another person.
• Do not allow the laser light beam to impinge upon any object or gas which can
explode.
CAUTION
• Do not use the unit near any device which generates strong electromagnetic
radiation or near a static electrical charge, as these may cause errors.
• Do not keep or use this unit in an environment where it will be directly illuminated
by sunshine, or where it will be exposed to high temperatures, high humidity or
condensation. If you do, it may be deformed, its insulation may be damaged, or it
may no longer function according to specification due to sensor damage.
• Do not contact the lens against the object whose temperature is to be measured,
or get it dirty, allow it to be scratched, or allow any foreign material to adhere
to it. Doing so may cause errors.
• Do not touch or hold by the front cone. Temperature reading can be affected by
heat from hand.
• If the meter is exposed to significant changes in ambient temperature (hot to
cold or cold to hot). Allow 20 minutes for temperature stabilization, before
taking measurement.
• Condensation may form on the lens when going from a cold to hot environment.
Wait 10 minutes for condensation to dissipate before taking measurements.
• This unit is not constructed to be water proof or dustproof, so do not use it in a
very dusty or wet environment.
INTRODUCTION
The IR610A is a portable easy use 3½ digit, compact- sized digital Infrared
thermometer capable of measuring °C and °F temperature. Its controls are:
1. Sighting Laser On/Off button. 2. °C/°F selector. 3. LCD Backlight On/Off button.
4. mV Output jack. 5. LCD Display. 6. Measure button. 7. Laser output and
Thermopile input lens.
Display Back-Light Button: Press (
between turn on and turn off the Back-Light.
P/N 1638847
Laser Marker Button: Press (
8
between turn on and turn off the Laser Marker
annunciator and laser marker beam. Measure Button:
7
Depress button (6) to turn on the meter for measuring
temperature. Release the button to stop measuring
temperature and automatically hold the display reading,
the meter turns off automatically after 15 seconds.
IR610A
THERMOMETER
Auxiliary output: The microphono jack (2.5 mm)
0
C
0
F
H
5
connector output (4) is active as long as the light meter is
turned on.
+ -
0
C
0
F
MEASURING PROCEDURES
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1. When the power is off, pressing the (6) button turns on
the power.
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2. Use (
1
display Back-Light.
3. Use (
6
4. Point the lens at the object whose temperature is to be
measured.
5. Press the (6) button. The display is updated as long as
the (6) button is kept pressed.
6. Aim the laser beam at the object whose temperature is
to be measured.
NOTE: Although the field of measurement (or Field of
View) and the spot almost coincide, actually the field
of measurement corresponds to the diameter for 90%
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optical response. The object whose temperature is to
be measured needs to be larger than the measurement
diameter (spot of size) by an adequate margin at least 1.5
to 2 times larger.
7. Read the display.
MAINTENANCE
In Case of Difficulties: In the case of improper operation of the thermometer, first
review the operating instructions for possible errors in operation. Check the condition
of the batteries. The battery " � " symbol appears when the voltage falls below the
level where accuracy is guaranteed. Replace the batteries immediately.
Battery Replacement
To replace the batteries ( 4 – AAA) unscrew the battery hatch screw and remove the
old batteries. Install the new batteries observing the diagram in the battery area.
Cleaning Procedure
Gently wipe dirt from the surface of the unit with a soft cloth moistened with
a small amount of water or neutral cleanser. Do not use benzene, alcohol,
acetone, ether, paint thinner, lacquer or ketone solvents on the units, under any
circumstances as these may cause deformation or discoloration.
REPAIR
Read the warranty located at the front of this manual before requesting warranty or
nonwarranty repairs. For warranty repairs, any thermometer claimed to be defective
can be returned to any Amprobe Test Tools authorized distributor or to a Amprobe
Test Tools Service Center for an over-the-counter exchange for the same or like
product. Nonwarranty repairs should be sent to a Amprobe Test Tools Service Center.
Please call Amprobe Test Tools or enquire at your point of purchase for the nearest
location and current repair rates. All thermometers returned for warranty or non-
warranty repair or for calibration should be accompanied by the following information
or items: company name, customer's name, address, telephone number, proof of
purchase (warranty repairs), a brief description of the problem or the service requested,
and the appropriate service charge (for non-warranty repairs). Service charges should
be remitted in the form of a check, a money order, credit card with expiration date, or
a purchase order made payable to Amprobe Test Tools or to the specific service center.
For minimum turn-around time on out-of-warranty repairs please phone in advance
for service charge rates. The thermometer should be shipped with transportation
charges prepaid to one of the following addresses or to a service center:
) button to toggle
) button to toggle
) button to select turn on or turn off the
) button to select turn on or turn off the Laser Marker.
Amprobe® Test Tools Europe
In den Engematten 14
79286 Glottertal, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 7684 8009 - 0
*(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address.
European customers please contact your distributor.)
SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Display: 3½ digit (LCD) with maximum reading of 1999
Overrange: (OL) or (-OL) is displayed
Low battery indication: " � ". Change batteries immediately.
Measurement rate: 2.5 times per second, nominal.
Operating Environment: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) at < 75% R.H.
Storage Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F), 0 to 80 % R.H. with batteries
removed
Environment: Indoor use, Altitude up to 2000 m.
Battery: 4 pcs 1.5V (AAA size) UM-4, R03
Battery Life: 100 hours carbon-zinc battery
Auto power off: approximately 15 seconds
Standby current: <8 μA
Dimensions: 170 x 44 x 40 mm
Weight: 160g including batteries
EMC: Conforms to EN61326-1. This product complies with requirements of the
following
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European Community Directives: 89/ 336/ EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
as amended by 93/ 68/ EEC (CE Marking). However, electrical noise or intense
electromagnetic fields in the vicinity of the equipment may disturb the
measurement circuit. Measuring instruments will also respond to unwanted
signals that may be present within the measurement circuit. Users should exercise
care and take appropriate precautions to avoid misleading results when making
measurements in the presence of electronic interference.
Operational Specifications
Accuracy: at 23°C ± 5°C (73°F ± 9°F), < 75 % relative humidity
Temperature Range: - 20 °C to 260 °C; 0 °F to 500 °F
Display Resolution: 1 °C; 1 °F
Accuracy: ± 3% of reading or ± 3 °C / ± 6 °F, whichever is greater @ 18 to 28°C
ambient.
Temperature Coefficient: ± 0.2 % of reading or ± 0.2 °C, whichever is greater, per °C, >
28°C or < 18°C
Response Time: 0.4 second
Spectral Response: 6 to 14μm nominal
Emissivity: Pre-set 0.95
Detection Element: Thermopile
Optical Lens: Fresnal Lens
Field of View: 100 mm Ø at 1000 mm
Sighting: 1 - Laser beam marker < 1 mW (670nm) Class 2
Analog output: 1 mV / °C or 1mV / °F , nominal, continuous output