Checkline PLT-5000 User Manual

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N T RODU CT I ON

The PLT-5000 Pocket Laser Tachometer accurately measures RPM and Surface Speed
using contact or non-contact measurement techniques. This battery-powered unit is
extremely compact for convenient portable use and is supplied in a rugged and attractive
plastic housing that is ergonomically designed for optimum comfort.

When measuring RPM in the non-contact measuring mode, the PLT-5000 emits a
precision laser beam that is aimed at a small piece of reflective tape, which is affixed
to the rotating target.

The PLT-5000 is extremely easy to operate and quickly converts from non-contact operation
to contact operation by screwing the contact adapter in place. In addition to RPM’s, a wide
variety of engineering units for surface speed and length are user-selected via the front panel
buttons. Units include; feet per minute, meters/min, yards per minute, inches per minute and
more.

A built-in memory stores up to 10 measurements plus minimum, maximum, average and
last.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: Do Not Stare Into The Laser Beam

Wear proper safety glasses that are rated for 650 nm for protection against
the laser.

Do not use an extension shaft when using the master wheel, as the wheel may
come off and cause damage or injury.

Although the PLT-500 can achieve higher measurements, for safety reasons,
the master wheel has a maximum speed limitation of 5,000 ft/min.

NOTE:

The tachometer may be damaged if liquid leaks from the batteries. This may
happen if the batteries are left inside the tachometer’s enclosure for long
periods of time. Remove the batteries after using the tachometer, and store
them in the carrying case.

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Part Number

Description

010049

Cone Adapter, standard

010053

Funnel Adapter, standard

010055

Master Wheel FPM (6" circumference)

010059

Reflective Tabs (1/2" square) – 35 pieces

010019

Contact Adapter