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Elcometer 224 User Manual

Elcometer 224
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Operating Instructions
The New Elcometer 224
Surface Profile Gauge

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Elcometer 224 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandElcometer
Model224
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WELCOME

ABOUT YOUR GAUGE

Describes the Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge, its models, and probe options.

CONVENTIONS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Explains how menu navigation is presented in the manual.

GAUGE OVERVIEW AND BOX CONTENTS

Gauge Overview

Details the physical components of the Elcometer 224 gauge.

Box Contents

Lists all items included in the gauge packaging.

GETTING STARTED

Fitting the Batteries

Instructions on how to insert and replace batteries in the gauge.

Connecting the Probe

Steps for connecting a separate probe to the gauge.

Switching the Gauge On/Off

How to turn the gauge on and off, including auto-off settings.

TAKING A READING

Adjusting Beep Volume

How to adjust or switch off the gauge's beep sound.

CALIBRATING AND TESTING THE GAUGE CALIBRATION

Calibration Procedures

Details methods for calibrating and testing the gauge.

THE DISPLAY

Display Characterisation

Describes how measurement values are displayed in different colours.

THE GAUGE FEATURES

Reading Display Size

How to adjust character size for better reading.

Fast Reading Rate

Describes the gauge's measurement speed.

Bright Colour Screen

Details the gauge's display characteristics and brightness adjustment.

Powering and Connectivity

Covers battery/USB power, warranty, emergency light, auto-rotate display, and firmware updates.

DATA TRANSFER AND CALIBRATION FEATURES

Bluetooth and USB Data Output

Methods for transferring data via Bluetooth or USB.

ElcoMaster 2.0 Data Output

How to download data using ElcoMaster 2.0 software.

Calibration Lock

Feature to prevent accidental calibration changes.

Counted Average

Setting a predefined number of readings for averaging.

ON SCREEN STATISTICS

Displaying Statistics

How to select and view statistical data on the gauge screen.

ANALOGUE BAR GRAPH

Bar Graph Display

Visual representation of readings with limits and statistics.

RUN CHART AND TIME/DATE SETTINGS

Run Chart Display

Line trend graph of recent measurements.

Time and Date Settings

How to set and display the gauge's time and date.

GAUGE MEMORY AND LIMITS

Gauge Memory Options

Describes memory capacity for Model B and Model T.

Setting Measurement Limits

How to program upper and lower warning limits.

BATCHING

Batch Modes and Functions

Explains Immediate/Batching modes, and core batch operations.

Advanced Batch Operations

Covers copying, clearing, reviewing, and deleting batches.

BATCH READINGS GRAPH

Graphing Batch Data

Visualizing batch readings using graphs.

BATCHING OPERATIONS

Exiting Batching Mode

How to stop batching and return to immediate mode.

Batch Type Selection

Choosing between Normal and Counted Average batch types.

FIXED BATCH SIZE

Setting Fixed Batch Size

Pre-defining the number of readings per batch.

DOWNLOADING DATA USING ELCOMASTER 2.0

Installing ElcoMaster 2.0 Software

Steps to install the data management software.

DATA MANAGEMENT WITH ELCOMASTER 2.0

Installing ElcoMaster 2.0

Installation process and wizard steps.

Upgrading Existing Data

How to import data from older versions of ElcoMaster.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 SOFTWARE FEATURES

Software Overview

Description of ElcoMaster 2.0 and its operating modes.

Help and Update Functions

Accessing support and updating the software/firmware.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 MODES AND FEATURES

Excel Link Mode

Features for exporting data to Excel.

Standard Mode

Includes Excel Link features plus viewing, printing, and archiving.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 ADVANCED MODE

Advanced Mode Features

Custom reports, data viewing, and collection templates.

CONNECTING GAUGE TO ELCOMASTER 2.0

Connection Methods

Explains USB and Bluetooth connection options.

Pairing Bluetooth Gauge

Steps for pairing a gauge via Bluetooth with ElcoMaster.

DOWNLOADING DATA FROM GAUGE

Download Wizard Steps

Guides users through selecting download options like Excel or ElcoMaster.

VIEWING AND ANALYSING DATA IN ELCOMASTER 2.0

Data Navigation

Overview of Data Tree, Command Tabs, and Template Tabs.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 DATA VIEWING

Data Tree Functions

How to manage projects, batches, and files within the data tree.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 COMMAND TABS

Command Tab Actions

Details functions like New, Move to, Print, PDF, Email, Export.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 GRAPHS AND TEMPLATES

Graph Window Options

Using Individuals and Histogram graphs, selecting data views.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 MEASUREMENT DATA

Data Details and Statistics

Viewing gauge information, batch details, and statistical calculations.

Measurements and Limits

Displaying individual readings and applying limits.

ELCOMASTER 2.0 DATA ENHANCEMENT

Adding Notes, Labels, and Photos

Enhancing data with comments, labels, and images.

LIVE GAUGE READINGS

Recording Live Readings

Transferring data from gauge to ElcoMaster as it's taken.

DESIGN COLLECT FUNCTION

Creating Collection Templates

Setting up templates to guide data collection.

USING A COLLECT DESIGN

Performing Collection

Connecting gauge and taking readings using a collected design.

ELCOMASTER MOBILE

Mobile App Features

Overview of ElcoMaster Mobile for smart phones and tablets.

CLOUD COMPUTING WITH ELCOMASTER 2.0

Cloud Integration

Using cloud services for data access and job management.

MAXIMISING ELCOMASTER 2.0 UTILITY

PC Data Transfer Options

Transferring data to Excel or ElcoMaster 2.0.

Mobile Data Transfer

Using ElcoMaster Mobile for site-to-office data transfer.

Cloud Data Upload

Uploading data to the cloud for real-time analysis.

Multi-site Project Linking

Connecting multiple sites or production lines.

REAL TIME COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION

Multi-site Project Collaboration

Collating data from multiple sites for project management.

Real-time Communication Features

Instant messaging for discussing project details.

Data Security and Control

Ensuring data is secure and user-controlled via cloud providers.

CHANGING THE WELCOME SCREEN

Customizing Startup Screen

Adding custom logos or text to the gauge startup screen.

GAUGE FIRMWARE UPDATES

Updating Firmware

Process for updating gauge firmware via ElcoMaster 2.0.

GAUGE ICONS AND ERROR MESSAGES

Icon Reference

Explains various icons used on the gauge display.

Error Message Troubleshooting

Lists common error messages and their causes/actions.

GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES

Menu Navigation Diagram (Model T)

Simplified diagram showing Elcometer 224 Model T menu layout.

GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES (CONTINUED)

Menu Navigation Diagram (Model B)

Simplified diagram showing Elcometer 224 Model B menu layout.

GAUGE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Device Specifications

Details display, battery, dimensions, weight, and probe tip.

PROBE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Probe Details

Information on probe tip, cable, calibration foils, and probe designs.

GAUGE & PROBE ACCESSORIES

Accessory Part Numbers

Lists available accessories and their part numbers.

ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION

Standards Compliance

Lists national and international standards the gauge adheres to.

Certification Details

Information on test certificates and calibration certificates.

WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE

Warranty Information

Details the gauge's warranty period and conditions.

Maintenance Precautions

Guidance on gauge care, battery removal, and display temperature limits.

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