174T - Thermometer Testo - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 174T Testo

Action: more steps, the sequence must be followed. > ... Action: a step or an optional step. - ... Result of an action. Menu Elements of the instrument, the instrument display or the program interface. [OK] Control keys of the instrument or buttons of the program interface. ... | ... Functions/paths within a menu. “...” Example entries2 Safety and the environment

3 Specifications Pos: 13 /TD/Überschr iften/3.1 Verwendung @ 0\mod_1176211016437_ 79.doc @ 695 @ 2 @ 1 3.1. Use Pos: 14 /TD/Leistungsb eschreibung/Ver wendung/testo 174-n eu @ 5\mod_1263286512268_ 79.doc @ 54763 @ 5 @ 1 The testo 174 data loggers are used for storing and reading out individual readings and series of measurements. Readings are measured and stored with the testo 174 and transmitted to the PC via the interface, where they can be read out and evaluated using the testo ComSoft software. The data logger can also be programmed individually via the software. Examples of applications testo 174T is ideally suited for temperature measurement in in refrigerators, freezers, cold rooms and cold shelves. testo 174H monitors the climatic conditions, e.g. in warehouses, offices and in the manufacturing sector. Pos: 15 /TD/Überschr iften/3.2 Technisc he Daten @ 0\mod_117621108843 7_79.doc @ 704 @ 2 @ 1 3.2. Technical data Pos: 16 /TD/Leistungsb eschreibung/Tec hnische Daten/testo 174- T @ 5\mod_1263220133966_ 79.doc @ 54661 @ 5 @ 1 testo 174T Characteristic Values Probe type Internal NTC temperature sensor Measuring range -30 to +70 °C Accuracy ± 0.5 °C (-30 to +70 °C) Resolution 0.1 °C Operating temperature -30 to +70 °C Storage temperature -40 to +70 °C Battery type 2 x 3 V button cell (2 x CR 2032 lithium) Life 500 days (15 min measuring cycle, +25 °C) Protection class IP65 Meas. cycle 1 min - 24 h (can be selected) Memory 16,000 readings3 Specifications

Characteristic Values Software can be used with Windows XP, Vista, Win7 Standards 2004/108/EC, complies with the directives in accordance with the standard EN 12830

Please note that with this instrument in accordance with EN 12830 a regular inspection and calibration as per EN 13486 must be performed (recommendation: annually). Contact us for more information.

For continous applications in high humidity (> 80% RH at ≤ 30°C for > 12 h, > 60% RH at > 30°C for > 12 h), please contact us via www.testo.com/service- contact.4 First steps

The data logger is delivered secured. Releasing data logger

1. Push both locks on the bottom of the wall bracket outwards.

1. Slide data logger into the wall bracket.

2. Push both locks on the bottom of the wall bracket inwards.

1. Place the data logger on its front.

2 Open battery compartment cover on the rear of the data logger by turning to the left and remove it.

Use a coin for this.

that the + pole is always visible.

4. Place battery compartment cover on the data logger and close

by turning to the right. Use a coin for this. - The current temperature is shown on the display screen.4 First steps

The software is available in the Internet as a free download requiring registration: www.testo.com/download-center.

The instructions for the installation and operation of the software can be found in the testo ComSoft instruction manual that is downloaded together with the software. The software can be ordered on CD (article no. 0572 0580) if the download from the Internet is not desired.

2. Connect the connecting cable of the interface to a free USB

interface on the PC.

3. Slide the data logger into the bracket of the interface.

Depending on the operating status, various information may be shown in the display. A detailed depiction of the information that can be called up can be found in the quick instruction manual that is included with every data logger.

1 Measurement program running 2 Measurement program over 3 Wait for start of measurement program 4 Highest saved reading 5 Lowest saved reading 6 Reading 7 Units 8 Start criterion Date/time programmed 9 Battery capacity5 Display and control elements

Icon Capacity 75-100% 50-75% 25-50% 10-25% <10% Battery empty (measurement program was stopped). > Read out data and change battery (see Changing the batteries page 30). 10 Lower alarm value:

• Flashes: programmed alarm value is shown

• Lights up: programmed alarm value was undershot 11 Upper alarm value

• Flashes: programmed alarm value is shown

• Lights up: programmed alarm value was exceeded

The display speed of liquid crystal displays slows down at temperatures below 0 °C (approx. 2 seconds at -10 °C, approx. 6 seconds at -20 °C) for technical reasons. This does not influence the measuring accuracy. Pos: 23 /TD/Produktb eschreibung/Übersic ht/testo 174-neu/ Tastenfunktionen @ 5\ mod_1263214477211_79. doc @ 54473 @ 2 @ 1 5.2. Key functions ✓ Operating status Wait and start criterion Button start programmed. > Press and hold GO button approx. 3 seconds to start the measurement program. - The measurement program starts and Rec appears in the display. ✓ Operating status Wait:6 Using the product

> Press GO button in order to change between displays of the upper alarm value, lower alarm value, battery life and last reading. - These are shown in the specified sequence in the display. ✓ Operating status Rec or End: > Press GO button in order to change between displays of the highest saved reading, lowest saved reading, upper alarm value, lower alarm value, battery life and last reading. - These are shown in the specified sequence in the display. Pos: 24 /TD/Überschr iften/6. Produkt ver wenden @ 0\mod_117377492855 4_79.doc @ 328 @ 1 @ 1 6 Using the product Pos: 25 /TD/Produkt verwenden/testo 174-neu/ Hinweis Datenlogger programmieren @ 5\mod_126 4769275750_79.doc @ 56853 @ 2 @ 1 6.1. Programming data logger In order to adapt the programming of your data logger to your individual requirements, you require the testo ComSoft software. It is available in the Internet as a free download requiring registration www.testo.com/download-center. The instructions for the installation and operation of the software can be found in the testo ComSoft instruction manual that is downloaded together with the software.

Mounting materials (e.g. screws, anchor plugs) are not included in the delivery. ✓ Data logger is removed from the wall bracket (see Releasing/securing data logger page 24).

1. Position wall bracket at the desired location.

2. Using a pen or similar, mark the location for the fastening

3. Prepare the fastening location for the attachment in accordance

with the material (e.g. drill hole, insert anchor plug).

4. Fasten wall bracket using an appropriate screw.

Pos: 27 /TD/Produkt verwenden/testo 174-neu/ Daten auslesen @ 5\mod_1 263298027793_79.doc @ 54826 @ 2 @ 1 6.3. Reading out data The data logger is read out and the read-out data are processed further by means of the testo ComSoft software, see separate instruction manual.7 Maintaining the product

The running measurement program is stopped when the battery is changed. The stored data are preserved, however.

1. Read out stored data, see testo ComSoft software instruction

manual. ✓ If it is no longer possible to read out the stored data because the battery capacity is too low: > Change batteries and then read out the stored data.

2. Place the data logger on its front.

3. Open battery cover on the rear of the data logger by turning to

the left. Use a coin for this.

4. Remove empty batteries from the battery compartment.

5. Insert two new batteries (3 V button cells, CR 2032 lithium) into

the instrument so that the + pole is always visible.7 Maintaining the product

Only use new branded batteries. If a partially used battery is inserted, the calculation of the battery capacity is not performed correctly.

6. Place battery compartment cover on the battery compartment

and close by turning to the right. Use a coin for this. - The current reading is shown on the display.

The data logger must be reconfigured. To do so, the testo ComSoft software must be installed on the computer and a connection to the data logger must be set up (see Connecting data logger to PC page 26).

7. Slide the data logger into the bracket of the interface.

8. Start testo ComSoft software and create a connection to the

see separate testo ComSoft instruction manual. - The data logger is once again ready for use. Pos: 30 /TD/Produkt ins tand halten/testo 174- neu/Gerät reinigen @ 5\ mod_1267614722447_79. doc @ 59663 @ 2 @ 1 7.2. Cleaning the instrument CAUTION Damage to the sensor! > Ensure that no liquid enters the inside of the housing. > If the housing of the instrument is dirty, clean it with a damp cloth. Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents or solvents! Weak household cleaning agents or soap suds can be used.8 Tips and assistance

lights up in the display * The sensor of the data logger is defective. > Contact your dealer or Testo Customer Service.

USB interface for programming and reading out testo 174T and testo 174H loggers

testo ComSoft CD (if free download requiring registration from website is not desired)

Battery, 3 V button cell (CR 2032 lithium), please order 2 batteries per logger

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