PL135 HAN - Anemometer VOLTCRAFT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PL135 HAN VOLTCRAFT

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Use this product to measure air temperature, airow velocity and volume ow rate via an external, tethered telescopic hot-wire sensor with thermistor. The product is suited for all kinds of applications related to heating, air-conditioning and ventilation. The readings are shown on the LC display. When the product is connected to a computer, the readings can be displayed as a graph and exported as a text document using the included software. Power is supplied via an integrated LiPo rechargeable battery. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances. For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, re, electric shock etc. Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions. This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. Observe all safety instructions and information within this operating manual.24

Display element Meaning Battery symbol VEL Airow velocity SETUP Settings menu HOLD Freeze readings mm/ss Time in minutes and seconds Automatic shutdown active m/s, ft/min, km/h, MPH, knots Units of velocity FLOW Volume ow TEMP Temperature AREA Cross sectional area

An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important notes in these operating instructions that must be strictly observed. The triangle containing a lightning symbol warns against danger of electric shock or impairment of the electrical safety of the device. The arrow symbol alerts the user to the presence of important tips and notes on using the device. This device is CE compliant and fullls all applicable European guidelines.

6. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee. a) Persons / Product

• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous playing material for children.

• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, ammable gases, vapours and solvents.

• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress. If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product: - is visibly damaged, - is no longer working properly, - has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or - has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.27

• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the product.

• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the product.

• Make sure the cables do not get crimped, bent or damaged by sharp edges.

• Never use the product immediately after it has been brought from a cold room into a warm one. The condensation generated could destroy the product. Allow the device to reach room temperature before connecting and using it. This may take several hours.

• In schools, educational establishments, hobby and self-help workshops, the operation of this product must be monitored by trained personnel.

• For installations in industrial facilities, follow the accident prevention regulations for electrical systems and equipment of the government safety organization or the corresponding authority for your country.

• Connect the appliance to a wall socket that can be accessed easily.

• Only connect the power adaptor to a normal mains socket connected to the public supply. Before plugging in the power adaptor, check whether the voltage stated on the power adaptor complies with the voltage of your electricity supplier.

• Never connect or disconnect power adaptors if your hands are wet.

• Never unplug the power adaptor from the mains socket by pulling on the cable; always use the grips on the plug.

• Always lay the cables so that nobody can trip over or become entangled in them. This poses a risk of injury.

• For safety reasons, disconnect the power adaptor from the mains socket during storms.28 b) Rechargeable batteries

• The rechargeable battery is permanently built into the product and cannot be replaced.

• Never damage the rechargeable battery. Damaging the casing of the rechargeable battery might cause an explosion or a re! Unlike conventional batteries/rechargeable batteries (e.g. AA or AAA type), the casing of the LiPo rechargeable battery does not consist of a thin sheet but rather a sensitive plastic lm only.

• Never short-circuit the contacts of the rechargeable battery. Do not throw the battery or the product into re. There is a danger of re and explosion!

• Charge the rechargeable battery regularly, even if you do are not using the product. Due to the rechargeable battery technology being used, you do not need to discharge the rechargeable battery rst.

• Never charge the rechargeable battery of the product unattended.

• When charging, place the product on a surface that is not heat-sensitive. It is normal that a certain amount of heat is generated during charging. c) Miscellaneous

• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.

• Maintenance, modications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a qualied shop. Should you have questions concerning correct product connection or operation, or should other questions arise that this user manual does not address, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or a third-party professional.29

• Telescopic hot-wire sensor

• Operating instructions

8. CHARgINg THE RECHARgEABLE BATTERy

1. Connect the USB cable's Mini-USB plug to the Mini-USB port (5) on the meter.

2. Connect the USB cable's USB A plug to a USB port of a USB power source (i.e.

computer, USB power adaptor, etc.).

3. The battery symbol blinks in the upper left of the display (13) to signalize that the

rechargeable battery is charging.

4. When the battery symbol remains lit, charging is complete. Disconnect the USB

cable from the meter and the power source. Charging takes approx. 4 – 5 hours. Charge the rechargeable battery as soon as the battery symbol appears on the display during use.

1. Connect the telescopic hot-wire sensor's (4) plug to the meter's sensor

connection (14). The plug can only be plugged in one way. Do not exert any force. The arrow on the plug must point to the arrow above the display (13).

2. Push down the metallic protective sleeve (2) on the sensor head (1) to expose the

hot-wire sensor and the thermistor.

3. Pull the telescopic rod apart to the required length. Hold the rod by the black gripping

4. Push the on/off button (6) to turn on the product. All display elements will light up

briey. An eight second countdown follows, after which the device is operational.

5. Hold the sensor head (1) into the area you wish to measure. The real-time

measurement readings appear on the display (13): - Upper half of display: airow velocity (VEL) - Lower half of display: volume ow (FLOW) or temperature (TEMP) Two arrows are imprinted on the sensor head at the level of the hot-wire sensor. During measurement, hold the sensor head so that the arrows point in the direction of airow.

6. Push the FLOW TEMP button (8) to switch between displaying volume ow and

temperature in the lower half of the display. The airow's cross sectional area must be entered in order for the meter to correctly calculate volume ow. Refer to the chapter "Settings". Should one of the multipliers (X10 or X100) appear beneath the reading, multiply the reading by this multiplier to receive the correct measurement value.

7. After use, push the metallic protective sleeve (2) back over the sensor head to

protect the hot-wire sensor and the thermistor.

8. Turn off the meter, disconnect the telescopic hot-wire sensor (4) from the meter and

collapse the telescopic rod. b) MAX/MIN function

• Repeatedly push the MAX/MIN button (9) during measuring to switch between displaying the maximum and minimum measured values. The corresponding indicator (REC MAX or REC MIN) is shown at the bottom of the display (13).

• Push and hold the MAX/MIN button for approx. one second to return to displaying the real-time measured value.31 c) MEAN function (average value) You can determine the average value using the number of readings or the measuring period. Number of readings

1. During measuring, push the MEAN button (11). The indicator

Mean appears at the bottom of the display (13).

2. The real-time measured value appears in the lower half of the display. Repeatedly

push the FLOW TEMP button (8) to switch between displaying the temperature, airow velocity and volume ow.

3. Push the ENTER button (7) to register the reading. This registered reading will

appear in the upper half of the display. Repeat this process until you have registered the desired number of readings.

4. Push the MEAN button. The indicator

Mean ashes and the calculated average value of the registered readings is shown in the lower half of the display.

5. Push the MEAN button to return to normal measurement mode.

1. During measuring, push and hold the MEAN button (11) for approx. one second. The

indicator Mean appears at the bottom of the display (13). The indicator mm/ss and four horizontal lines appear in the upper half of the display.

2. The real-time measured value appears in the lower half of the display. Repeatedly

push the FLOW TEMP button (8) to switch between displaying the temperature, airow velocity and volume ow.

3. Push the ENTER button (7) to begin calculating the average value based on the

measuring period. The time lapsed appears in the upper half of the display.

ashes and the calculated average value of the measuring period is shown in the lower half of the display.

6. Push the MEAN button to return to normal measurement mode.32

• During measuring, push the HOLD ZERO button (12) to freeze the current readings on the display (13). The indicator HOLD appears at the top of the display.

• Push the HOLD ZERO button again to return to displaying the real-time readings. The HOLD indicator vanishes. e) ZERO function (zero setting) During measuring, push and hold the HOLD ZERO button (12) for approx. one second. The airow reading will be set to the value zero. f) Backlight Push the SET button (10) to activate/deactivate the backlight. The backlight will not turn off automatically after a time, it must be manually deactivated.

1. While in normal measurement mode, push and hold the SET button (10) for approx.

one second to enter the settings menu. The display (13) shows the indicators SETUP, unit and TEMP.

2. Use the MEAN (11) and FLOW TEMP (8) buttons to navigate through the menu.

3. Push the ENTER button (7) to select the desired menu item.

4. Make your selection using the MEAN and FLOW TEMP buttons and conrm using

5. Push and hold the SET button for approx. one second to exit the settings menu.33

(square feet) AREA (airow cross sectional area) see "b) Airow cross sectional area" SLP (automatic shutdown) ON (activated) OFF (deactivated) When the automatic shutdown function is activated, the meter will turn off automatically after 20 minutes of inactivity.34 b) Airow cross sectional area

1. Navigate to the menu item AREA and push the ENTER button (7). The four digits in

the lower half of the display (13) begin to ash.

2. Repeatedly push the MAX MIN button (9) to set the number of decimal places.

3. Conrm your selection with the ENTER button. The last digit ashes.

4. Change the value with the MEAN (11) and FLOW TEMP (8) buttons.

5. Conrm your selection with the MAX MIN button. The second last digit ashes.

6. Set the airow cross sectional area value as described above and conrm the

selection with the ENTER button. The value remains set even after shutdown.

1. Insert the CD into the corresponding drive of a computer.

2. Should the installation program not open automatically, open the le INSTALLER.exe

3. Follow the instructions on your screen.

Click the button Software to install the software. Find out whether your operating system is 32 or 64 Bit. Then click either Driver 32 or Driver 64 accordingly to install the USB driver.35 b) Connecting the meter to a PC

1. Connect the USB cable's Mini-USB plug to the meter's Mini-USB port (5).

2. Connect the USB cable's USB A plug to a free USB port on the computer.

3. Push the on/off button (6) to turn on the product.

4. Open the software.

5. You can nd more information on the software and its functions in the instructions for

use, which you can access via the software help menu.

12. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions as they can cause damage to the housing and malfunctioning.

• Before cleaning, disconnect the USB cable from the product and push the metallic protective sleeve (2) over the sensor head (1).

• Never submerge the product in water.

• There are no components located inside the product you need to maintain. Never open/dismantle the product.

• To clean the product, a dry, soft and clean cloth is sufcient. Do not apply too much pressure to the housing to prevent scratching.

• Use a longhaired, soft and clean brush and a vacuum cleaner to easily remove dust.36

a) Product Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. The built-in battery must be disposed of by a specialist. b) (Rechargeable) batteries You as the end user are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/ rechargeable batteries. Disposing of them in the household waste is prohibited. Contaminated (rechargeable) batteries are labelled with this symbol to indicate that disposal in the domestic waste is forbidden. The designations for the heavy metals involved are: Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead (name on (rechargeable) batteries, e.g. below the trash icon on the left). Used (rechargeable) batteries can be returned to collection points in your municipality, our stores or wherever (rechargeable) batteries are sold. You thus full your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.37

±(1 % + 1 d) of the entire measuring range km/h 0.3 – 90.0 0.1 ft/min 20 – 4925 1 MPH 0.2 – 55.8 0.1 knots 0.2 – 48.5 0.1 m/s = meters per second km/h = kilometers per hour ft/min = feet per minute MPH = miles per hour38 d) Temperature Unit Measurement range Resolution Accuracy ºC 0 to +50

CMM = Airow velocity (m/s) x airow cross sectional area (m