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General Description

Operating The Meter

The RD1350 uses an optical principle to detect the presence of the SELF-CLEAN coatings. To take a reading simply place the meter FLAT on the glass and push/hold the momentary power button. The meter will blink all three indicators quickly and then register the correct reading by showing one of three conditions:

SELF CLEAN SURFACE: The meter is touching a Self-Clean coating
CLEAR SURFACE: The glass surface being toughed is CLEAR; no self cleaning coating is applied
NO INDICATORS LIT: The meter is not pressed against the glass correctly or there is no glass present

Behind the Glass

When testing loose pieces of glass, it is best to hold the glass upright in free air. Holding the glass in free air is the optimal testing condition. To avoid possible errors in measurement, do not place the glass on any surface. Placing the glass on tabletops or other surfaces that have a glossy, reflective, or bright color finish may affect the accuracy of the readings. If you must test the glass on a tabletop surface, make sure the surface is not glossy, reflective or brightly colored. To improve accuracies on tabletop measurements, place a dark colored fabric on the tabletop surface first, then place the glass on the fabric. It is also possible to take measurements of glass on top of other pieces of glass, as long the background glass is not reflective. This is helpful if you are measuring stacks/pallets of glass.

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 Euro-E 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.

Maintenance & Operating Tips

1. CLEANING: It may be necessary to clean the RD1350 meter occasionally. Since the meter is an optical product, the sensing area on the back side of the enclosure may need cleaned to maintain the meters reliability. Use compressed air to blow debris and dirt from the lense area. If the dirt cannot be removed with compressed air, use a soft lint-free cloth to lightly remove the dirt. Only apply light pressure to the lense.

2. POSSIBLE ERRORS: It is possible that specific reflective coatings can cause errors to occur in your measurements. Placing the RD1350 in direct contact with a low e coating or reflective coating may cause the meter to incorrectly show the surface contains a SELF-CLEAN coating. For highly reflective coatings, it may even be possible for the meter to incorrectly indicate a SELF-CLEAN coating is present, when the highly reflective coating is on surface #2. If you are unsure if your window contains a low e coating, use a low e coating detector (EDTM Model# AE1600) to identify its presence and location.

3. APPLICATIONS: The RD1350 can measure single pieces of glass, glass installed in windows (double or triple glazed insulating units), laminated glass, tempered glass, as well as many other types of glass. The meter will always be testing the first surface of glass ONLY.

The RD1350 meter has been specifically calibrated to detect the presence of the self clean coatings from Pilkington and PPG.  If you would like to test other self-clean coatings, please contact one of our sales representatives to discuss your application."

4. MEASUREMENT CONFIRMATION: It is recommended to take multiple readings at different locations on each piece of glass to confirm an accurate measurement. This will reduce the number of mistakes that may occur from dirty glass or other possible errors.

5. ROCKING ENCLOSURES/BOWING GLASS: Be certain the meter is placed flatly against the glass as shown in the picture on the opposite page. Lifting the meter away from the glass surface will affect the results of your test. Be aware that it is possible for glass to bend or bow. Therefore confirm the enclosure does not rock on the glass. The enclosure should be sitting flat at all times. If the enclosure is rocking, try moving to another location on the glass.

6. SECURITY: DO NOT open the enclosure. Opening the enclosure will void the product warranty and affect the calibration of the RD1350 meter.

7. CALIBRATION: This meter is specially calibrated to measure PHOTOCATALYTIC SELF-CLEAN coatings with hydrophilic properties. It may not work properly if testing other types of self-clean glass.

8. MISUSE: Do not apply excessive amounts of force to the power button. Extreme force may damage the switch or cause the entire meter to flex. This will affect the calibration of the meter and may cause errors to occur.

9. LIGHTING CONDITIONS: The RD1350 is designed to operate in most all normal lighting conditions. The meter can be used indoors or outdoors, as well as in direct sunlight. As this meter uses optical properties to conduct its measurements, extremely powerful lamps behind the meter may affect the performance. If this condition occurs, move the glass to another location for testing, or block the light that is shining behind the meter.

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