EXTECH Mini Hygro Thermo-Anemometer User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: EXTECH

Table of Contents

Introduction
Operation
Meter Description
Specifications
- General Specifications
Maintenance
CFM Measurements
Warranty
- Two-year Warranty
Calibration and Repair Services
Contact Customer Support
Documents / Resources

EXTECH Mini Hygro Thermo-Anemometer User Manual

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of Extech’s Model 45158 Anemometer. The dual display indicates Air Velocity and Humidity, Dew Point, Ambient Temperature, or Temperature with wind-chill factor. With careful use, this meter will provide years of reliable service.

Operation

Turning the meter ON and OFF

Press the ON/OFF/HOLD button to turn the meter ON
Press and hold the ON/OFF/HOLD buttons for approx. 3 seconds to turn it OFF
The meter’s Auto Power OFF feature turns the meter OFF after 20 minutes of inactivity

Change the lower display parameter

With the meter ON, press and hold down the ON/OFF/HOLD button
While continuing to hold the ON/OFF/HOLD button, press the UNITS/MODE button repeatedly to step through Temperature (oF/oC), Humidity (RH%), Dew Point (TD), & Temperature with wind-chill factor (WCI). Note that the center display is Air Velocity.

Change the Air Velocity unit of measure

Turn the meter OFF. Press and hold down both buttons until the display turns on and begins blinking then release both buttons
Press the UNITS/MODE button repeatedly to step through the units (see specs for list)
After 5 seconds the meter switches back to normal operation mode automatically

Select temperature units (oC or oF)

Turn the meter OFF first. Press and hold down both buttons until the display turns on and begins blinking then release the buttons
Press both buttons momentarily to change temperature units
After 5 seconds the meter switches back to normal operation mode automatically

Taking Measurements

Position the meter so that the airflow enters the meter vane from the rear of the meter (opposite side of front panel logo). A tripod mount is located on the bottom of the meter.

Max Hold

Max Hold represents the highest measurement taken since the meter was turned on
Press the UNITS/MODE button to display the Max reading (MAX icon appears)
Press the UNITS/MODE button repeatedly to step through to the normal operating mode

Average mode

5 or 10 reading averages can be displayed in the Average Mode.
Press UNITS/MODE 3 times for 5 reading averaging or 4 times for 10 readings
To exit this mode, press the UNITS/MODE button until the icons on the left disappear

Data Hold

Data Hold freezes the most recent displayed reading
Press and hold the ON/OFF/HOLD button to activate Data Hold
As long as the ON/OFF/HOLD button is held the reading will remain on the LCD

Meter Description

Product Overview

Vane impeller
Impeller set screw (on rear of meter)
Relative Humidity sensor
Temperature sensor
LCD display
ON/OFF, HOLD key
UNITS, MODE key
Battery compartment (on rear)
Tripod mounting hole
Lanyard (neckstrap)

Specifications

Measurement	Range	Resolution	Accuracy (% of reading)
MPH (Miles per hour)	2.5 to 44.7 MPH	0.2 MPH	± (3% + 0.4 mph)
km/hr (kilometers per hour)	4.0 to 72.0 km/h	0.7 km/h	± (3% + 1.4

General Specifications

Display	Dual LCD with low battery and multifunction indicators
Sensors	Sapphire bearing, non-corrosive vane for air velocity;

Precision thermistor for temperature measurements
Average Mode| Choice of 5 or 10 reading averaging (2 second factory default)
Max and Data Hold Displays| Max recalls the highest reading; Data Hold freezes the display
Sample time| 1 reading per second for air velocity and temperature (1 reading per 15 seconds for humidity with 2 second updates)
Water-resistant| To 3’(1m)
Operating conditions| 5 to 122oF (-15 to 50oC) / < 80% RH
Power supply| Lithium battery (CR-2032 or equivalent) / 400 hour battery life
Dimensions / Weight|

Instrument: 133 x 70 x 19mm( 5.25 x 2.75 x 0.75”)
Vane: 1’(24mm) diameter /3 oz.(95 g)

Maintenance

Battery Replacement

The 45158 has a low battery indicator (battery symbol). Important: Turn the meter off before opening the battery compartment. Using a coin, turn the battery compartment cover CLOCKWISE to remove it. Once opened, observe the position of the battery, placing the new one in the same position. Secure the battery compartment cover and dispose of the lithium battery in accordance with local, state, or national disposal codes.

All EU users are legally bound by the Battery Ordinance to return all used batteries to community collection points or wherever batteries / accumulators are sold.
Disposal in household trash or refuse is prohibited.
Disposal: Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle.

Other Battery Safety Reminders

Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Batteries may explode or leak.
Never mix battery types. Always install new batteries of the same type.

Impeller Replacement

Remove the set screw next to the impeller assembly (on the rear of the meter).
Twist the impeller assembly counter-clockwise to the OPEN position and remove it.
Install impeller by inserting & twisting the new impeller assembly clockwise
Tighten the set screw.

CFM Measurements

Measure the area of the duct using the diagrams below for rectangular and circular ducts (If the duct measurements are made in inches, divide the inches by 144 to get the area in square feet). Plug the area value (in square feet) in the cubic equations below. Note that the air velocity must be plugged into the cubic equations also.

Rectangle Measurement
*A = w h

A = πr²**

CFM (ft³/min) = Air Velocity (ft/min) x Area (ft²)
CMM (m³/min) = Air Velocity (m/sec) x Area (m²) x 60

Warranty

Two-year Warranty

FLIR Systems, Inc. warrants this Extech brand instrument to be free of defects in parts and workmanship for two years from date of shipment (a six-month limited warranty applies to sensors and cables). To view the full warranty text please visit: http://www.extech.com/support/warranties.

Calibration and Repair Services

FLIR Systems, Inc. offers calibration and repair services for the Extech brand products we sell. We offer NIST traceable calibration for most of our products. Contact us for information on calibration and repair availability, refer to the contact information below. Annual calibrations should be performed to verify meter performance and accuracy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Please visit our website for the most up-to- date product information: www.extech.com