How do I reset my infrared thermometer?
How to reset infrared thermometer?
- Fill a glass with crushed ice.
- Add a little clean water until the glass is full and stir.
- Wait for about three minutes before inserting the sensor on the thermometer into the ice-filled water.
- Wait for about thirty seconds and check that the thermometer reads 32°F.
Why is my infrared thermometer not working?
If this thermometer does not function properly for any reason, replace the batteries with new high quality batteries (see Battery Replacement section). Replacing the batteries with new fresh batteries will solve most difficulties.
How do you get good results with an infrared thermometer?
To get the best results possible, remember to:
- Know your IR thermometer’s distance-to-spot ratio, and get close enough to the target so your thermometer reads only the area that you want it to measure.
- Watch out for (and compensate for) shiny, “low emissivity” objects.
How do I use an infrared thermometer on my forehead?
Aim the probe of the thermometer at the center of the forehead and maintain a distance of less than 1.18in(3cm) away (the ideal distance will be the width of an adult finger). Do not touch the forehead directly. Gently press the measurement button [ ] to start measuring.
Do Infrared thermometers need to be calibrated?
Infrared thermometers cannot typically be calibrated at home, but they are known for their low drift. If the results of your ice bath test are within your unit’s manufacturer’s listed specification, you are good to go.
How do I know if my infrared thermometer is accurate?
To test the accuracy of an infrared thermometer requires access to a stable surface of a known temperature. You cannot verify the accuracy of an IR thermometer by comparing it to an immersion type thermometer that is beneath the surface of a liquid or semi-solid in a non-controlled experiment.