Xylem AN100 PORTABLE WIND METERS User Manual
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Model AN100 Version 2.0 02/06
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech AN100 CFM/CMM Thermo
Anemometer. This instrument measures Air Velocity, Air Flow (volume) and
Temperature. The large, easy-to-read backlit LCD includes primary and secondary
displays plus numerous status indicators. The meter is shipped fully tested and
calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service.
Meter Description
1. LCD
Display
2. Vane
3. Rubber
Boot
4. Meter
5. Power
On/Off
6. Area
7. AVG
8. Backlight
9. Temperature
Buttons
10. Airflow/Velocity
Buttons
Keypad
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AUTO POWER OFF
Press to turn the meter ON or OFF
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MAX/MIN
Used to record and store the highest, lowest and average airflow or
velocity readings.
◄ (LEFT) also serves as change decimal point button in AREA mode
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UNITS
Press to select the mode of operation. In FLOW mode, the meter displays
air volume. In VELOCITY mode, the meter displays air speed.
▲(UP) also serves as increase number button in AREA mode.
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AVG
Used to Average multiple readings in FLOW or VELOCITY mode. Up to 20
readings can be averaged.
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HOLD
Press to freeze the displayed reading. Press again to unlock display. This
button also functions as the ►RIGHT scroll button in AREA mode and RECALL
mode.
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AREA
Press and hold to manually enter the area of a duct in CFM or CMM mode
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NEXT
In AREA mode, used to select memory locations 1-8.
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Press to turn the backlight on/off
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MAX/MIN (Temperature)
Used to record and store the highest, lowest readings for
air temperature.
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°C °F HOLD (Temperature)
Press to freeze the displayed temperature reading.
Press again to unlock the display. Press and hold for 3 seconds to switch between
°C and °F. Meter will beep twice to indicate change.
Battery compartment located on the back of the instrument. The rubber protective jacket
must be removed from the meter to access the compartment.