RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL Contents ABOUT THESE INSTRUCTIONS Languages Warnings, notes and symbols in these instructions GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions for the operator 2.1.1 Electrical equipment 2.1.2 Personnel qualifi cations 2.1.3 Safe work environment Safety instructions for staff 2.2.1...
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL ABOUT THESE INSTRUCTIONS This operating manual contains information about the operation, repair and maintenance of the unit. Always observe these instructions when operating the device. This equipment can be dangerous if it is not operated in accordance with this operating manual.
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR Keep these operating instructions to hand near the unit at all times. Always follow local regulations concerning occupational safety and accident prevention. 2.1.1...
Wear suitable protective clothing when working with hot materials. CORRECT USE WAGNER accepts no liability for any damage arising from incorrect use. Only use the unit to work with the materials recommended by WAGNER. Only operate the entire unit. Do not deactivate safety fi xtures.
The manufacturer will not be held liable or will only be partially held liable if third-party accessories or spare parts have been used. With genuine WAGNER accessories and spare parts, you have the guarantee that all safety regulations are complied with.
- DIN EN 61000-6-4: 2011 Marking: EC certifi cate of conformity The certifi cate is enclosed with this product. The certifi cate of conformity can be reordered from your WAGNER representative, quoting the product and serial number. Order number: 2326376...
OPERATING MANUAL DESCRIPTION FIELDS OF APPLICATION, USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS The paint resistance meter RS 500 is used to measure the paint resistance of solvent-based paints. The meter is not suitable for measuring the resistance of water-based paints!
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL TECHNICAL DATA Supply voltage 18 V DC (two 9V batteries) Measuring range 10 kΩ - 5 MΩ Cell constant K Weight (including probe) 1360 g; 3.00 lb Operating temperature range 5 °C - 40 °C; 41 °F - 104 °F...
OPERATING MANUAL CONVERSION OF THE RESISTANCE OF PAINT The meter RS 500 measures the paint resistance in ohms (Ω), kiloohms (kΩ) or megaohms (MΩ). To convert this measured paint resistance from kΩ into the specifi c resistance value in kΩ.cm, the measurement can be multiplied by the cell constant.
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS Display scale Meter Measuring probe Rotary switch for functions Potentiometer for zero calibrate Measuring probe connection...
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL DISPLAY SCALE Display showing resistance value fi gures Display showing resistance value ranges Battery test Needle position for zero calibrate Resistance range Suitability of coating material < 50 kΩ Resistance value too low 50 kΩ...
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL START-UP AND OPERATION Observe safety instructions in chapter 2. STARTING UP METER Procedure: Position unit horizontally. Insert measuring probe at connection (arrow).
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL UNDERTAKING ZERO CALIBRATION Note: A zero calibration must always be undertaken before probing! Procedure: Turn right "Functions" rotary switch to "ZERO CALIBRATE". Turn potentiometer for zero calibrate until the scale indicator is at the "Adjust"...
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL UNDERTAKING BATTERY TEST Note: A zero calibration must always be undertaken before the battery test! Procedure: Turn right "Functions" rotary switch to "BATTERY TEST". The battery status is indicated on the scale (see chap. 4.6).
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL MEASURING RESISTANCE OF PAINT DANGER Use in area at risk of explosion! Explosion hazard. Position container for probing outside area at risk of explosion! Earth container! Note: Zero calibration and a battery test must always be undertaken before probing! The probe must be cleaned before each measurement.
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RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL Probing: Turn right "Functions" rotary switch to "RESISTIVITY TEST". Always immerse measuring probe in liquid down to mark (see arrow in diagram on left). Note: The measuring probe must not touch the container during probing! Read value off the scale and compare with value in table below.
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL CLEANING THE PROBE WARNING Improper cleaning! Risk of injury and damage to the equipment. De-energize the unit electrically. Ensure that the cleaning agent's fl ash point is at least 15 K above the ambient temperature or that cleaning is undertaken on a station with guaranteed ventilation.
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL TROUBLE SHOOTING AND SOLUTION Functional fault Cause Remedy Zero calibration not possible Battery fl at Replace battery Meter defective Wagner Service Battery test not good Zero calibration not Undertake zero calibration...
RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR CLEANING THE UNIT The probe must be clean if the paint resistance is to be measured accurately. The probe must therefore always be cleaned thoroughly before and after probing! A suitable solvent must be used to clean the probe.
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RS 500 VERSION 05/2012 ORDER NUMBER DOC2330092 OPERATING MANUAL Cut open cable ties on the two batteries with wire cutters and remove. Push batteries gently towards the housing wall and remove from above. Swivel new batteries (9V block battery) into holder and insert (note terminal connections, see diagram below).
Wagner or one of our dealers will take back your used Wagner electrical or electronic equipment and will dispose of it for you in an environmentally-friendly way.
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