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Thank you for purchasing the Infrared Thermometer Model SK-8300.
This product is designed to measure surface temperature of an object using a non-contact method. Do
not use it for any other purposes. Read this manual thoroughly before using the SK-8300 and keep it in a
safe place for future references.
WARNING
Beware of explosion!
The SK-8300 is not explosion-proof. Never use it in an atmosphere containing flammable gases.
Beware of laser!
It is dangerous if the laser beam gets into an eye. (Class II Laser Product)
① Do not look directly into the laser emitting window.
② Do not point the laser at people.
③ Keep the instrument out of the reach of children.
* If there is anything unclear about the instrument, contact us or a local dealer from which you
purchased the instrument.
CAUTIONS
Make sure to observe the following precautions in order to use this instrument correctly.
- Do not use the instrument as a clinical thermometer.
- This instrument is a non-contact thermometer. Do not let the unit in touch with a measuring object.
Especially if the instrument gets in contact with an object of extremely high temperature, a measuring
error or failure may occur resulting in a critical damage.
- Never disassemble or modify the unit or use different types of batteries other than indicated as these
actions may result in measuring failure and/or breakdown of the instrument, even exposure of radiation.
- As the SK-8300 is a precision instrument, be cautious not to drop it or apply any vibration or impact to it.
- This instrument is not waterproof. Do not allow the unit to get wet.
- If the instrument gets condensed, turn the power off immediately and let it dry in room temperature
before using it again.
- Never use the instrument out of its measuring range. Doing so may cause break down of the unit.
- Do not use the instrument in a place exposed to direct sunlight or near heating equipment. Doing so
may cause not only measuring errors but deformation of the casing or a breakdown of the instrument.
- Leaving the instrument in a car during a very hot summer day could cause a breakdown of the
instrument. Do not leave the instrument in such a place.
- Do not use alcohol, thinner or any other chemical solvents to clean the instrument. When the
instrument needs to be cleaned, use a towel dampened in warm water with a neutral detergent after
tightly wrung.
- Avoid using the instrument in dusty environment. If dust gets into the temperature measuring section