M & I Instruments ETB-0686 - User Manual

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6.1 Inspecting and cleaning the instrument optics
Any dust or debris on the optic should be blown from the lenses using
dry clean air.
If there are any permanent marks or scratches on the lenses, the
instrument is no longer suitable for measuring gloss.
6.2 Inspecting and cleaning the calibration tile
The calibration tile must be perfectly clean. Fingerprints and dust can be
removed with the supplied cleaning cloth.
7. Examples of application
 All kinds of coating and finishing surfaces, such as
paints, varnishes, printing ink, etc
 Decorative materials, such as marble, granite, polishing
brick, ceramic tile and so on
 The other kinds of materials and objects, such as
plastic, woodenware, paper, etc
8. Notes
8.1 If the calibration reading is out of tolerance, try to clean the lenses
(see 6.2) and check to see if there are any damages on the tile.
8.2 Avoid exposing directly to strong lights when using.
8.3 Take the battery out of the instrument when not using it for a while
and change batteries when you see “Battery Lo” on the LCD.
8.4 The power will turn off automatically after 5 minutes idle.
ETB-0686 Glossmeter (60˚)
Operation Manual
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Revision C June 2012 GM003

Summary

Instrument Maintenance and Inspection

Cleaning Instrument Optics

Blow dust/debris from lenses with dry air. Marks/scratches render instrument unsuitable.

Cleaning Calibration Tile

Ensure calibration tile is clean. Use provided cloth for fingerprints/dust.

Important Notes and Precautions

Calibration Reading Issues

If out of tolerance, clean lenses and check tile for damage.

Usage Environment

Avoid exposing the instrument directly to strong lights during use.

Battery Management

Remove battery when not in use; replace when 'Battery Lo' appears.

Automatic Power Off

The instrument automatically powers off after 5 minutes of inactivity.

Product Specifications

Measurement Range and Accuracy

Details on gloss range, accuracy, repeatability, and stability.

Power and Dimensions

Information on power supply (AAA batteries) and physical dimensions.

Operating Conditions

Specifies temperature range and relative humidity limits for operation.

Included Accessories

Lists items included with the ETB-0686 Glossmeter, such as calibration tile and manual.

Instrument Operation

Control Panel Functions

Explains the functions of the Red (On/Off) and Yellow (Calibrate/Read) buttons.

Quick Start Guide

Steps for powering on and initiating a measurement.

Calibration Procedure

Guides on calibrating the instrument using the calibration tile.

Measuring Gloss

Instructions on how to measure the gloss of a surface.

Positioning the Glossmeter

How to correctly position the instrument for accurate measurement.

Calibration Inspection

Necessity of inspecting tile condition and optics before calibration.

M & I Instruments ETB-0686 Specifications