DRAPER 39591 Digital Tyre Tread Depth Gauge Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- DRAPER
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DRAPER 39591 Digital Tyre Tread Depth Gauge
These instructions accompanying the product are the original instructions. This document is part of the product, keep it for the life of the product passing it on to any subsequent holder of the product. Read all these instructions before assembling, operating, or maintaining this product. This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools describing the purpose for which the product has been designed, and contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. Following all the general safety instructions contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together with the longer life of the product itself. Ali photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, the Draper Tools policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
INTRODUCTION
SCOPE
This tire tread depth gauge is designed solely for the measurement of tread
depth on a vehicle tyre. Any use other than that it was designed for is
considered misuse.
SPECIFICATION
- Stock No…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 39591
- Part No………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… TG2
- Measuring range…………………………………………………………………………………………. .. 0-25mm/0-1″
- Resolution………………………………………………………………………………………………… 0.01mm/0.0005″
- Accuracy…………………………………………………………………………………………………… ≤0.05mm/0.002″
- Measuring system……………………………………………………… Linear capacitive measuring system
- Display……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. LCD display
- Power………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1.5V SR44/LR44
- Working temperature………………………………………………………………………………………… 5°C – 40°C
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Do not drop the tyre gauge as it can damage and shorten the lifespan of the unit. Store in a dry location.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
IDENTIFICATION
- Slide beam
- Measuring face
- Power ON/OFF switch
- Display (LCD)
- mm / inch conversion switch
- Slider clamp screw
- ZERO switch
- Battery compartment lid
OPERATION
PREPARATION
- Slide beam can be removed only after the locking screw (A) is loosened.
- Wipe clean all the measuring faces and slide beam surface. No organic solutions must be used.
- Check to see if all the buttons and the LCD display are fully functioning.
- With the gauge switched on, place the measuring face on a flat hard surface and press the depth bar downward.
- Set the display to zero by pressing the “zero” button.
- Select the measuring readout required by pressing mm/inch button.
- The gauge is now ready to take a reading.
NOTE: A flashing display will indicate a low battery which should be replaced as soon as possible.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The flashing display indicates a low battery. Slide off the battery cover in
the direction shown by the arrow and replace the battery (positive side facing
out).
MAINTENANCE
- Keep the gauge clean and dry (liquid can damage the gauge).
- Faces should be cleaned gently with cotton fabrics. Never use petrol, acetone or other organic solutions.
- In order to save power, turn off the unit when not in use for a period of time.
DISPOSAL
At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be
repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations.
Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area.
In all circumstances:
- Do not dispose of power tools with domestic waste.
- Do not incinerate.
- Do not abandon the environment.
- Do not dispose of WEEE* as unsorted municipal waste.
CONTACTS
Draper Tools Limited, Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire. SO53 1YF. The U.K. Helpline: (023) 8049 4344 Sales Desk: (023) 8049 4333 Internet: drapertools.com Service/Warranty Repair Agent: E-mail: sales@drapertools.com General Enquiries: (023) 8026 6355 For aftersales servicing or warranty repairs, please contact the Draper Tools Helpline for details of an agent in your local area. DBTL0519 ©Published by Draper Tools Limited. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission in writing from Draper Tools Ltd.