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CONTENTS

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1 About your gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Taking a measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Calibration check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Spares and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Related equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Thank you for your purchase of this Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge. WeElcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of insand concrete. Our products cover all aspects of coating inspection, from dto post application inspection.This Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is a world beating product. With thnow have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometewebsite at www.elcometer.com

1 ABOUT YOUR GAUGE

The Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is a fixed calibration gauge for checoatings on automotive bodywork.The gauge is available in two versions:• 311F for measurement on steel bodies• 311FNF for measurement on steel and aluminium bodiesBoth versions are available in either metric or imperial units of measuremthickness readings in microns (µm), and the imperial gauges display thickinch).Every gauge is factory calibrated. The user can check calibration with the cthe gauge. Adjustment of the Elcometer 311 by the user is not possible.The Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is powered by internal dry cell batte

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1.1 GAUGE FEATURES• Easy to use, Instant readings• No calibration• Ferrous (F) and dual ferrous/non-ferrous (FNF) versions available• Bigfoot™ for stable and repeatable readings• Choice of Metric or Imperial versions• Automatic on/off

1.2 WHAT THE BOX CONTAINS• Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge (F or FNF)• 2 x LR03 (AAA) alkaline batteries• Steel checkpiece• Aluminium checkpiece (311FNF only)• Foil• Carrying case• Operating instructionsThe Elcometer 311 Refinishing Gauge is packed in a cardboard and foam ppackaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. CoAuthority for further guidance.To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer 311 Refinishing Garead these Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contact Elcometif you have any questions.

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2 GETTING STARTED

2.1 FITTING BATTERIESThe Elcometer 311 may be used with dry cell batteries or rechargeable ba2 x LR03 (AAA) alkaline batteries are supplied with the gauge.To fit or replace batteries:1. Locate battery compartment cover at rear of gauge.2. Lift off battery compartment cover.3. Place batteries in the battery clips ensuring correct polarity.4. Replace battery compartment cover.Note: Remove the batteries from the gauge if it is to remain unusedfor a long period of time. This will prevent damage to the gauge inthe event of malfunction of the batteries.

2.2 LOW BATTERY VOLTAGEWhen the battery voltage is low the battery symbol illuminates on the disThe gauge will still function but new batteries are recommended.When the battery symbol flashes the batteries must be replaced.

2.3 SWITCHING THE GAUGE ON/OFFTo switch on, place the probe against any hard surface - the gauge will swThe gauge will switch off automatically after one minute of inactivity.

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3 TAKING A MEASUREMENT

Before taking a measurement it is good practice to check the performance ocheck procedure - see “Calibration check” on page 6.

1. Hold the gauge with the probe pressed firmlya against thesurface you are measuring.

2. Read the coating thickness shown on the display.The screen displays:• the coating thickness• the measurement units (µm or mils)• on FNF gauges only, the substrate type - F (ferrous) or NF

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4 CALIBRATION CHECK

Before carrying out a measurement it is good practice to check the perfofollowing procedure:1. Place foil on checkpiece2. Place probe onto foil3. Read displayMetric gauges: The gauge reading should be between 100 µm and 140 µImperial gauges: The gauge reading should be between 4.0 mils and 6.0If the gauge does not measure the foils on the checkpiece correctly, consuor contact Elcometer directly.Worldwide: [email protected] USA/Canada: [email protected]

5 STORAGE

This gauge incorporates a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). If the displait may be damaged. This can happen if the gauge is left in a car park

Always store the gauge in its carrying pouch when it is not being used.

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6 MAINTENANCE

You own one of the finest hand-held refinishing gauges in the world. If lookThe gauge does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlshould be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer.if the instrument has been opened.

CalibrationRegular calibration checks over the life of the gauge are a requirement of qsuch as ISO 9000 and other standards. For checks and certification contaor Elcometer direct.

ProbeThe probe will wear with repeated use. Probe life depends on the number manner in which readings are taken. To extend probe life, always seperpendicular to the panel surface. Never drag the probe along the surfareduce the life of the probe.Replacement of the probe must be carried out by Elcometer.

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7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Scale range: 0 µm to 500 µm (0 mils to 20 mils)Resolution: 10 µm (0.5 mils)Accuracy: ± 5% or ± 20 µm (1.0 mil), whichever is theMinimum substrate thickness Steel, 800 µm (30 mils)(For specified accuracy): Aluminium, 300 µm (12 mils) - (311FNF onMeasurement speed: > 30 readings per minuteDisplay: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 3½ DigitsCharacter height: 10 mm (0.4")Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 120°F)Dimensions: 56 mm x 24 mm x 125 mm (2.2" x 0.95" x Weight (incl. dry batteries): 115 g (4 oz)Battery type: 2 x LR03 (AAA), alkalineb dry batteries or Battery life: 20d hours continuous (alkaline dry batterieFoil, metric gauges: 125 µmFoil, imperial gauges: 5 mils

b. Alkaline batteries must be disposed of carefully to avoid environmental contaenvironmental authority for information on disposal in your region. Do not dispos

c. Rechargeable batteries can be used if they are charged outside the gauge.d. Battery life is reduced to approximately 25% of the dry battery life when using

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8 SPARES AND ACCESSORIES

The following spare parts and optional accessories are available from your lfrom Elcometer:Checkpiece F (steel): T99916925Checkpiece NF (aluminium): T99916901Foil (metric): T99016898Foil (imperial): T99016897Splash proof cover; Pack of 5 T99913537

9 RELATED EQUIPMENT

Elcometer produces a wide range of coating thickness gauges and associaUsers of the Elcometer 311 may also benefit from the following Elcometer • Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge• Elcometer 406L Statistical Mini GlossmeterFor further information contact Elcometer, your Elcometer supplier or visit

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