WBGT

Heat Stress

Meter

R6200

Instruction

Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................ 3

Product Quality ........................................................................................... 3

Safety ......................................................................................................... 3

Features ...................................................................................................... 4

Specifications ..........................................................................................4-5

Included ...................................................................................................... 5

Instrument Description ............................................................................... 6

Display Description .................................................................................... 6

Operating Instructions ...........................................................................6-12

Power ON/OFF ...................................................................................... 6

MAX/MIN/AVG ....................................................................................... 7

Indoor/Outdoor Temperature Mode Selection ...................................... 7

Switching the Temperature Unit of Measure ......................................... 7

Switching the Pressure Unit of Measure ............................................... 7

Temperature Display Modes .................................................................. 7

Data Hold ............................................................................................... 8

Auto-Power Off ..................................................................................... 8

Backlight Function ................................................................................. 8

Internal Memory..................................................................................... 8

Memory Recall ....................................................................................... 9

Clear Stored Readings .......................................................................... 9

WBGT Audible Alarm Threshold Setting ............................................... 9

Turn Alarm Function ON/OFF .............................................................. 10

Global Temperature/Ambient Temperature/Humidity

Offset Function ...............................................................................10-11

Globe Temperature Offset .............................................................. 10

Ambient Temperature Offset .......................................................... 11

Humidity Offset ............................................................................... 11 continued...

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Pressure Offset Function ..................................................................... 11

Error Codes ......................................................................................... 11

Battery Replacement ................................................................................ 12

Applications .............................................................................................. 12

Accessories and Replacement Parts ....................................................... 12

Product Care ............................................................................................ 13

Product Warranty ..................................................................................... 13

Product Disposal and Recycling .............................................................. 14

Product Support ....................................................................................... 14

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing your REED R6200 WBGT Heat Stress Meter.

Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument.

By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of reliable service.

Product Quality

This product has been manufactured to meet stated product specifications.

If a certificate of calibration is required please contact the nearest authorized

REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please note an additional fee for this service will apply.

Safety

Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling your product, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries, may cause damage that will not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty. Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.

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Features

• Measures ambient temperature, humidity, wet bulb temperature, black globe temperature, WBGT (wet bulb global temperature), heat stress index, dew point and pressure

• Heat Stress Index measures how hot it feels when humidity is combined with temperature, air movement and radiant heat

• Black Globe Temperature (GT) monitors the effects of direct solar radiation on an exposed surface

• In/Out function displays the WBGT value with or without direct sun exposure

• Multi-line backlit LCD display simultaneously displays 4 measurements

• Maximum, Minimum, Average and Data Hold functions

• Internal memory stores up to 99 measurements

• User selectable unit of measure (°F or °C)

• User adjustable WBGT threshold alarm (audible)

• Tripod mount for long-term monitoring

• Low battery indicator and auto shut off

Specifications

Temperature

Measuring Ranges:

Accuracy:

Air Temperature: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)

Black Globe: 32 to 176°F (0 to 80°C)

WBGT (Indoor): 59 to 138.2°F (15 to 59°C)

WBGT (Outdoor): 59 to 132.8°F (15 to 56°C)

Air Temperature: ±1.1°F (±0.6°C)

Black Globe: 68-122°F (20-50°C): ±1.1°F (±0.6°C)

Other: ±1.8°F (±1°C)

WBGT (Indoor): ±2.7°F (±1.5°C)

WBGT (Outdoor): ±3.6°F (±2°C)

0.1°F/°C Resolution:

Humidity

Measuring Ranges:

Accuracy (@ 25°C):

5 to 95% RH

10 to 70% RH: ±3%

Rest of Range: ±5%

0.1% RH Resolution: continued...

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Barometric Pressure

Measuring Range:

Accuracy:

300 to 1100hPa (inHg, mmHg switchable)

±1.5hPa

1hPa, 0.1inHg, 0.1mmHg

Resolution:

General Specifications

Dew Point/Wet Bulb Calculation: Yes

Response Time: 1 sec

Display:

Backlight:

Data Hold:

Min:

LCD

Yes (non-condensing)

Yes

Yes

Max:

Average:

Internal Memory:

Auto Shut-Off:

User Adjustable

Yes

Yes

Yes, up to 99 measurements

Yes (after 15 minutes/off)

WBGT Alarm:

Tripod Mountable:

Low Battery Indicator:

Power Supply:

Product Certifications:

Operating Temperature:

Operating Humidity:

Storage Temperature:

Storage Humidity:

Dimensions:

Weight:

Yes (audible)

Yes

Yes

4 x AAA Batteries, Optional AC Adapter

CE, RoHS

32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)

<80% (non-condensing)

-4 to 122°F (-20 to 50°C)

<90% (non-condensing)

Instrument: 6.4 x 2.3 x 1.3"

(162 x 58 x 32mm)

Black Brass Ball Diameter: 2.0" (50mm)

4.8oz (136g)

Included

• Batteries

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WBGT WBGT

Instrument Description

1. Black Globe Sensor

2. Temperature & Humidity

Sensor

3. LCD Display

4. Hold Button

5. Mode Button

6. Set Button

7. Power Button

8. Max/Min Button

9. Unit of Measurement Button

10. Backlight Button

1.

Alarm Indicator

2.

Relative Humidity Indicator

3.

Ambient Temperature Indicator

4.

HI, DPT, WB, GT, WBGT

Indicator

5.

Barometric Pressure Indicator

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WBGT

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WBGT WBGT

Power ON/OFF

1.

Push the PWR button to turn the meter on.

GT

REC

To turn the meter off, press and hold the

PWR button for approximately 3 seconds.

2.

When the meter is powered on, the LCD displays the WBGT mode and the previously selected "Indoor or Outdoor" WBGT measurement mode.

3.

Shortly after, a beep will sound and the instrument will begin taking measurements.

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GT

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MAX

MIN

GT

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MAX/MIN/AVG

1.

Press the MAX/MIN button to cycle through

WBGT the maximum, minimum and average measurements of Ambient Temperature,

Global Temperature and Relative Humidity since the instrument was powered on.

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MAX

MIN

2.

To clear the maximum, minimum and average readings, press and hold the MAX/MIN button until "CLr" appears at the bottom of the LCD. The instrument will automatically return to normal operation once the readings have cleared.

GT

AVG hpa

Note: When the meter is MAX/MIN/AVG function, the buttons are disabled.

HOLD and %

Indoor/Outdoor Temperature Mode Selection

When in the WBGT mode, press and hold the UNIT button to toggle between indoor or outdoor temperature. The instrument automatically calculates the measurement using the following parameters:

1.

For outdoors with direct sun exposure:

WBGT = 0.7 x Tempwet bulb + 0.2 x Tempglobe + 0.1 x Tempair.

REC

2.

For indoors or outdoors without direct sun exposure:

WBGT = 0.7 x Tempwet bulb + 0.3 x Tempglobe.

Switching the Temperature Unit of Measure

Press the UNIT %

Switching the Pressure Unit of Measure

Press the BKLT button to change the pressure measuring unit.

(hpa--> inHg--> mmHg).

Temperature Display Modes

Press the MODE button to toggle through the GT (Globe temperature) -->

WBGT temperature --> HI (Heat index) --> DPT (Dew point) --> WB (Wet bulb temperature measurements).

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Data Hold

Press the HOLD button under normal measurement and a "HLD" icon appears on the display to indicate that the meter is in Data Hold.

Note: When data hold is active the MAX/MIN and SET buttons are disabled.

Auto-Power Off

To preserve battery life, the meter is programmed to turn off after

15 minutes of inactivity.

1.

To turn this function off, press and hold the on the meter.

HOLD Button while powering

2.

Release both buttons simultaneously.

3.

The LCD will momentarily display "n" while powering on indicating

WBGT WBGT the auto-power off feature is disabled.

MAX

MIN will be enabled again.

GT

4.

If the meter is turned off then back on, the "Auto-Power Off" feature

AVG hpa

Backlight Function

Press and hold the "BKLT" button to turn the LCD Backlight ON or OFF.

Internal Memory

The R6200 has the ability to record up to 99 temperature/relative humidity points internally.

1.

Press the SET button to save a reading.

2.

While the reading is being saved, the "REC" indicator will appear next to the temperature reading and the record number appears at the bottom of the LCD for approximately

2 seconds.

GT

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REC

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Memory Recall

1.

Press and hold the MODE button to recall the recorded Temperature/

RH measurement values and sequential number.

2.

Press the HOLD button to scroll up the stored readings.

3.

To scroll down the stored readings, press the BKLT button.

4.

To exit memory recall function, press and hold the MODE button at which point you will be redirected into the WBGT alarm threshold setting.

5.

Press and hold the MODE button again to exit the memory recall function and resume normal operation.

Clear Stored Readings

When required, you can clear the stored readings by pressing and holding the SET button. The LCD display will indicate "---" confirming that the stored values have been cleared.

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WBGT Audible Alarm Threshold Setting

(The default WBGT temperature alarm value is set at 31°)

1.

Press and hold the MODE button for 2 seconds and the meter will enter memory recall function.

2.

Press and hold MODE button again to enter

WBGT alarm function.

3.

Press the HOLD button to increase the value.

4.

Press the BKLT button to decrease the value.

5.

Press the UNIT button to confirm your selection and jump to the next digit.

6.

Repeat steps 3 to 5 for each digit.

7.

Once the alarm is selected, press and hold the

MODE button to save the value and resume normal operation.

WBGT

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GT

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MAX

MIN

AVG hpa

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REC

GT

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WBGT WBGT

Turn Alarm Function ON/OFF

After setting up the threshold, press the PWR button and the alarm indicator will display on the screen indicating the alarm is activated.

Press the PWR button again to disable alarm function.

Global Temperature/Ambient Temperature/Humidity

Offset Function

It is recommended that this unit be calibrated once a year to ensure measurements stay within manufacturer's specifications. In the case that a user would like to perform self-verification with a trusted calibration source follow the offset procedures below.

To enter the offset function:

1.

Power off the meter.

2.

Press and hold the MODE and BKLT buttons while powering on the meter.

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3.

Release both buttons when the LCD indicates all 3 parameters with "0.0" values as shown.

Note: Hold the MAX/MIN button and press the POWER button to select the required offset temperature in °C or °F.

Globe Temperature Offset

1.

Hold the UNIT button and then press the HOLD button to increase the value.

2.

Hold the UNIT button and then press the BKLT button time to decrease the value.

3.

Press the MODE and POWER buttons to save the value.

4.

The LCD display will indicate "SAVE" confirming the selection.

5.

Repower the meter to resume normal operation.

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GT

%

MAX

MIN

AVG hpa

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REC

GT

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Ambient temperature offset

1. Hold the the value.

SET button and then press the

WBGT

HOLD button to increase

MIN

2. Hold the the value.

SET

3. Press the

button and then press the

MODE and POWER

BKLT button to decrease

buttons to save the value.

AVG hpa

4. The LCD display will indicate "SAVE" confirming the selection.

5. Repower the meter to resume normal operation.

Humidity Offset

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1. Hold the MAX/MIN button and then press the HOLD button to increase the value.

REC

2. Hold the MAX/MIN button and then press the BKLT button to decrease the value.

GT

3. Press the MODE and POWER buttons to save the value.

4. The LCD display will indicate "SAVE" confirming the selection.

5. Repower the meter to resume normal operation.

Pressure Offset Function

1. While in normal operation, press and hold the

LCD shows "0.0 hpa".

SET button until the

2. To increase the value press the

HOLD button.

3. To decrease the value press the

BKLT button.

4. Press and hold the POWER button to save the set value.

5. The LCD display will indicate "SAVE" confirming the selection.

Note: The compensation range is ±3 hpa.

hpa

Error Codes

Code

Er1:

Er2:

Description

Sensor failed.

Out of measured range.

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Battery Replacement

When the low battery symbol "bAt" appears on the display, the batteries need to be replaced.

1.

Open the battery cover by sliding the cover off.

2.

Replace the 4 x AAA batteries and secure the battery cover.

Note: If the unit will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid battery leakage and corrosion of the battery contacts.

Applications

• Sports (leisure, organized, and professional)

• Monitor seasonal conditions to ensure safe environment at school or daycare

• Ensuring safe work environments

Accessories and Replacement Parts

• R9933 Humidity Calibration Standard, 33%

• R9975 Humidity Calibration Standard, 75%

• R9980 Humidity Calibration Kit Standard, 33% and 75%

• R1500 Tripod

• R9450-ADP International AC Adaptor

• CA-05A Soft Carrying Case

Don't see your part listed here? For a complete list of all accessories and replacement parts visit your product page on www.reedinstruments.com.

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Product Care

To keep your instrument in good working order we recommend the following:

• Store your product in a clean, dry place.

• Change the battery as needed.

• If your instrument isn't being used for a period of one month or longer please remove the battery.

• Clean your product and accessories with biodegradable cleaner. Do not spray the cleaner directly on the instrument. Use on external parts only.

Product Warranty

REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment.

During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.

REED Instruments total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product. REED Instruments shall not be liable for damages to goods, property, or persons due to improper use or through attempts to utilize the instrument under conditions which exceed the designed capabilities. In order to begin the warranty service process, please contact us by phone at

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Product Disposal and Recycling

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