REED Instruments R1640 Thermocouple Thermometer Instruction Manual

: June 11, 2024
: REED INSTRUMENTS

REED Instruments R1640 Thermocouple Thermometer

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Product Information

The R1640 Thermocouple Thermometer is a digital thermometer designed to measure temperature using thermocouple sensors. It has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated product specifications.

Features

Digital display
Measures temperature using thermocouple sensors

Product Specifications

Measuring Range: Not specified
Accuracy: Not specified
Resolution: Not specified
Thermometer Type: Digital
Temperature Inputs: Thermocouple sensors

Product Usage Instructions

Insert the thermocouple sensor into the substance you wish to measure the temperature of.
Turn on the thermometer by pressing the power button.
The temperature will be displayed on the digital screen.
Take note of the reading and turn off the thermometer by pressing the power button again.
Remove the thermocouple sensor from the substance being measured.

Please note that if a certificate of calibration is required, contact the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. An additional fee for this service will apply.

For any concerns or inquiries, please refer to the instruction manual or contact REED Instruments at www.REEDInstruments.com or call 1.888.610.7664.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing your REED R1640 Thermocouple Thermometer, Bluetooth® Smart Series. Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of reliable service.

Product Quality
This product has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated product specifications. If a certificate of calibration is required, please contact the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please note an additional fee for this service will apply.

Safety

Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling your product, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries may cause damage that will not be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.
Magnetic field warning; please keep a minimum distance of 4 inches (10cm) between the pacemaker and the meter.

FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Statement
This product complies with FCC portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for the intended operation as described in this manual.

IC statement
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

IC RF Exposure Statement
This product complies with the Canadian portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for the intended operation as described in this manual.

Features

Displays 2 temperature measurements simultaneously
Easy to operate, designed for one-hand operation
Integrated display provides flexibility for use without a mobile device
Magnetic backing allows the instrument to be mounted to metallic surfaces
Data Hold function
User selectable °F , or °C
Low battery indicator and auto shut off
Tripod mount for long-term monitoring

When used with REED Smart Series App:

Real-time data logger
User-selectable sampling rate from 1 to 120 seconds
Bluetooth® 5.0 provides connectivity to instruments up to 246′ (75m) away
Connect, measure, and datalog up to 6 instruments, simultaneously
Easy setup with automatic app integration for compatible REED Smart Series instruments
Export data via Excel or PDF and create custom reports that can be emailed from a mobile device

Included

Thermocouple Thermometer
2 x Beaded Wire Probes
4 x AAA Batteries

Specifications

Measuring Range: -328 to 2501°F (-200 to 1372°C)
Accuracy:
- -148°F (-100°C):
- ±0.05% rdg. + 1.8°F (1°C)
- <-148°F (-100°C):
- ± 2.7°F (1.5°C)
- (Tested at 23±5°C)
Resolution: 0.1°F/°C
Thermometer Type: Contact (Type-K)
Temperature Inputs: 2
Display:
- Multi-Line Enhanced Black Twisted
- Nematic (EBTN) LCD
Display Size: 1.3″ (34mm)
Backlit Display: Yes
Data Hold: Yes
Datalogging Capabilities: Yes (with Smart Series App)
Real-Time Clock and Date Stamp: Yes (with Smart Series App)
Customizable Sampling Rate: Yes
Overrange Indicator: Yes
Auto Shut-off: Yes (adjustable)
Tripod Mountable: Yes
Magnetic Backing: Yes
Low Battery Indicator: Yes
Power Supply: 4 x AAA Batteries
Battery Life: Approx. 50 hours (sampling time-dependent)
Connectivity: Bluetooth® 5.0
Bluetooth® Range: Up to 246′ (75m)
Max # of Connected Devices: 6
Software: REED Smart Series App (iOS and Android)
App Supported Languages: English, French
Product Certifications: CE, UKCA, FCC, IC ID
Maximum Operating Altitude: 6561′ (2000m)
Operating Temperature: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Storage Temperature: 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 10 to 90%
Storage Humidity Range: 10 to 90%
Dimensions: 6.4 x 1.5 x 1″ (163 x 38 x 25mm)
Weight: 3.3oz (95g)

Instrument Description

Thermocouple Input Jacks
LCD Display
POWER/HOLD Button
Bluetooth® Status Indicator Light
Tripod Mounting Screw
Battery Cover Lock
Battery Cover

Display Description

T1 (Channel 1) & T2 (Channel 2) Thermocouple Input Indicators
Temperature Measurement Value for T2 Thermocouple
Temperature Unit of Measure
Temperature Measurement Value for T1 Thermocouple
Data Hold Indicator
Thermocouple Type Indicator
Bluetooth® Indicator
Low Battery Indicator

REED Smart Series App

REED Smart Series instruments can be connected wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet. All measurement data is transmitted via Bluetooth® to the free REED Smart Series app. The app allows users to analyze data, generate reports and send information by email directly from a mobile device.

App Features:

Bluetooth® 5.0 provides connectivity to instruments up to 246′ (75m) away
Connect, measure, and datalog up to 6 instruments, simultaneously
Easy setup with automatic app integration (Bluetooth® pairing not required)
Measurement data is displayed as instrument readings, tables, or graphs
Save data in PDF or Excel Format
Create custom reports that can be saved on a mobile device or sent by email

To learn more and download the REED Smart Series App from the Google Play store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS), visit www.REEDInstruments.com/smartseries. You can also search for the “REED Smart Series” app directly from your device.

Full specifications and Operating System compatibility can be found on the product page at www.REEDInstruments.com/r1640. If you have specific questions related to your application and/or questions related to software setup and functionality, please contact the nearest authorized distributor or Customer Service at info@reedinstruments.com
or 1-877-849-2127.

Operating Instructions

Power ON/OFF
Turn the meter ON by holding down the POWER button for approximately 2 seconds. To turn the meter OFF, press and hold the POWER button for approximately 4 seconds.

Backlight
After powering the meter ON, the LCD Backlight will turn on automatically. In order to preserve battery power, the LCD will turn off after approximately 15 seconds. To turn the screen back on, press the POWER button.

Establishing Bluetooth® Connection

In order to establish a Bluetooth® connection, the REED Smart Series App must be installed on your mobile device.
When the App is open and the meter is powered on, the meter will automatically attempt to establish a connection with the App. Until the connection is established, the Bluetooth® status indicator light will flash blue.
When the connection is successful the Bluetooth® status indicator remains blue and the current readings are automatically displayed in the App.

REED Smart Series meters feature Bluetooth® 5.0 connectivity which does not require meters to be paired with the device. If the App is open and the meter is powered on, a connection will automatically be established.

Connecting Thermocouples
This meter accepts K-type thermocouples with a mini plug.

Measuring Temperature Procedure

Turn the meter ON.
To change the temperature unit of measure, press and hold the POWER for approximately 2 seconds to toggle between °F and °C.
If a thermocouple probe is not connected to the meter, the LCD will display “OL”.
To take a measurement, make direct contact with the surface being tested.
The LCD will display the measured temperature value.

Enabling/Disabling Data Hold

Press the HOLD button to freeze the current reading on the display.
Press the HOLD button again to resume normal operation.

Enabling/Disabling Auto Power OFF
To preserve battery life, the meter is programmed to turn itself off after 30 minutes of inactivity.

Note:
The Auto Power OFF feature can be disabled through the App. (See REED Smart Series Software Guide located in the “Menu” section of the App for additional details.)

For additional information on App features including sampling rate setup, data logging, data analysis, export, and report generation please see the REED Smart Series App Software Guide at www.REEDInstruments.com/smartseries.

Battery Replacement

When the low battery icon appears on the LCD display, the batteries will need to be replaced. In order to replace the batteries, proceed with the following steps:

Turn off the meter.
Unlock the battery compartment located at the back of the meter.
Remove the battery cover.
Replace the 4 x AAA batteries.
Secure the battery cover and lock it in place.

Applications

Medical
Pharmaceutical
Environmental monitoring
Industrial and commercial temperature applications
R&D and educational establishments
Foodservice

Accessories and Replacement Parts

R2920 Type K Surface Probe
R2930 Type K Right Angle Surface Probe
R2940 Type K Air/Gas Probe
R2950 Type K Immersion Probe
R2960 Type K Needle Tip Probe
R2970 Type K Pipe Clamp Thermocouple Probe
R2980 Type K Air Oven/Freezer Thermocouple Probe
TP-01 Type K Beaded Wire Probe
CA-52A Small Soft Carrying Case
R8888 Medium Hard Carrying Case
R1500 Tripod

Don’t see your part listed here? For a complete list of all accessories and replacement parts visit your product page on www.REEDInstruments.com.

Product Care

To keep your instrument in good working order we recommend the following:

Store your product in a clean, dry place.
Change the battery as needed.
If your instrument isn’t being used for a period of one month or longer please remove the battery.
Clean your product and accessories with biodegradable cleaner. Do not spray the cleaner directly on the instrument. Use on external parts only.

Product Warranty

REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. REED Instruments’ total liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the product. REED Instruments shall not be liable for damages to goods, property, or persons due to improper use or through attempts to utilize the instrument under conditions that exceed the designed capabilities. In order to begin the warranty service process, please contact us by phone at 1-877-849-2127 or by email at info@reedinstruments.com to discuss the claim and determine the appropriate steps to process the warranty.

Product Disposal and Recycling
Please follow local laws and regulations when disposing or recycling your instrument. Your product contains electronic components and must be disposed of separately from standard waste products.

Product Support
If you have any questions about your product, please contact your authorized REED distributor or REED Instruments Customer Service by phone at 1-877-849-2127 or by email at info@reedinstruments.com.

Product specifications are subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. Any unauthorized copying or reproduction of this manual is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from REED Instruments.

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