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AE3600


Low E Coating Detector and Locator
(Single Pane)



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General Description

The AE3600 Single Pane Low E Detector is an instrument that uses a patented method to detect the presence and location of any Low-E coatings (or any other conductive coating) on a single piece of glass. The meter can also test glass that is installed into a sealed insulating unit (double pane). The meter does not have to contact the coating in order to detect it, as it will detect coatings through the glass. The AE3600 is a valuable tool to use in the production environment to confirm the orientation of the Low-E  pieces of glass. The meters can be used in production to guarantee the glass is being placed into the washers correctly, and to confirm the low e pane is being installed properly into the sealed insulating units. This Low-E Coating Detector is a rugged meter that can also be used in the field to test sealed double-glazed windows.
Proper Usage of Low E Detector

To operate the meter, simply press the flat bottom surface of the meter against the glass, and press the power button. One of the three indicators will instantly identify the presence and location of any Low-E coatings on the piece of glass you are contacting. The meter is totally portable and is powered by a 9-volt alkaline battery (included).

The AE3600 will detect any type of Low-E coating, whether it is hard coat (pyrolytic) or soft coat (sputter).

This meter is factory calibrated and requires no field adjustments.

   

Before operating the meter, be sure that your glass or window being tested is not located over the top of a metal (conductive) surface. The glass should be in free air or placed on a surface that is not electrically conductive (paper, cardboard, wood, etc... are acceptable).
To operate the meter, simply place the flat bottom surface of the meter against the glass, and press the power button. You should hold the meter as shown in the picture above. The operator's hand MUST NOT touch the glass while taking readings, as this can alter the signal measured by the meter. The operator's hand should only be contacting the meter itself. When the power button is pushed, one of the three indicators will instantly identify the presence and location of any Low-E coatings on the piece of glass you are testing.

Surface 1 is the surface the meter is in contact with. Surface 2 is the other side of the piece of glass the meter is contacting. If more than one coating exists on a single piece of glass, the meter will identify the closest coating only (i.e. surface 1). If there is no Low-E coatings on the glass, the clear indicator will light.

If you are testing a sealed double-glazed window, it will be necessary to test both sides of the window to accurately identify all possible locations of Low-E coating. Take a reading from one side to test one piece of glass, then take a reading from the other side to test the other piece of glass in the window. This will completely identify any Low-E coatings that are present in the window assembly.

AE3600 Proper Operation


For Single Pane or Sealed (Double Glazed) Window Assemblies

 

When the meter is in direct contact with a LOW-E coating (SURFACE 1), the RED indicator will light, (NOTE: meter shown contacting coated surface #1).

   
The YELLOW light indicates that a LOW-E coating exists on Surface 2 of the glass. (NOTE: Coating shown on surface 2)..
   
The GREEN light indicates that the glass is CLEAR of any LOW-E COATINGS. NO LOW-E coating exists on surfaces 1 or 2.
   

Improper Operating Conditions

   
If the window area under test is excessively dirty or contaminated, the low E detector will give improper results. The window area under test must be RELATIVELY CLEAN. Clean the test area or move the AE3600 to a clean location on the window.
   
The meter must be used with the surface opposite the "Activate" button against the window. Using the small end surface of the unit or tilting the unit away from the surface will give improper results..
   
Placing the hand or an object on the window opposite the Low E Detector may give improper results. Remove hand or object.
   
IMPORTANT: Do not operate meter within two (2) inches of a window frame or any other metallic window component. Operating the unit in this way may give improper results.

Important Notes

The AE3600 is the only thing that should be in contact with the glass while the reading is being taken. The operator may have their hand on the meter itself, but should not allow any part of their hand to overlap the meter and come into contact with the glass during testing.

At a minimum, annually replace the battery with a 9 volt Alkaline (NEDA 1604A) only.

Warranty Information

The manufacturer warrants all models of the AE3600 to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service as specified within the operator's manual. The manufacturer shall repair or replace the unit within ninety (90) days from the original date of shipment after the unit is returned to the manufacturers factory, prepaid by the user, and the unit is disclosed to the manufacturers satisfaction, to be thus defective. This warranty shall not apply to any unit that has been repaired or altered other than by the manufacturer. The aforementioned provisions do not extend the original warranty period of the unit which has been repaired or replaced by the manufacturer. Batteries are not covered by warranty.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for the consequential damages of any kind through the use or misuse of the AE3600 product by the purchaser or others. No other obligations or liabilities are expressed or implied. All damage or liability claims will be limited to an amount equal to the sale price of the AE3600, as established by the manufacturer

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