ZyTemp -- FAQ 6

Problem	TroubleShooting
With extremely ambient temperature change	Place the thermometer under stable ambient for 30min before measurement

Problem	TroubleShooting
Ambient temperature is not in the operation range	Place the thermometer under proper and stable ambient for 30min before measurement

Problem	TroubleShooting
Memory lost may be damaged by EMF	Return to retailer

Problem	TroubleShooting
Floating point error	Reinstall the battery, if error message remain, please return to retailer

Problem	TroubleShooting
Electronic circuit out of order	Reinstall the battery, if error message remain, please return to retailer

Problem	TroubleShooting
Memory lost may be resulted by power glitch	Return to retailer

What error code "ER5" stands for? How we do?

We found the data in the EEPROM had been lost. RD had improved this problem by adding some protecting elements.There are many factors may cause the memory lost, one of them is ESD and/or EOS.

For those customers who purchasing TN4xxLC, please inform customer, while they are using the external thermocouple probe,please don't try to measure the temperature of high voltage or high ESD risk parts.

Automobile Applications

Check temp for misfiring spark plugs, dead cylinder & fuel injectors.

Diagnose cooling systems, pinpoint radiator care restrictions, locate coolant leaks.

Conduct accurate measurements of thermostat open/close temps.

A /C heater core diagnostics, detect overheating electrical components, fuse links, connectors.

Quickly locate wheel end problems, braking systems, wheel bearings.

Check catalytic converter inlet/outlet: if the catalytic converter is working, the outlet should have a higher temp than the inlet.

Check tire temperature

Consider Formula-1 racing: After a 60mph run, if one tire has a much higher temp than the hers, that tire may need to be re-balanced, inflated or re-aligned. A high tire temperature also means a low mileage per gallon

Indoor Applications

Find voids of insulation between walls of sheetrock in homes, monitor the insulation efficiency of walls, pipes and windows. (Make your home Energy Smart)

Inspect doors and window seals to detect drafts and heat loss.

Spot-check central heating systems, thermostat settings and actual room temperatures.

Verify the performance of water heaters, wood stoves and air conditioning, etc.

Monitor Outlet Air Temp.

Kitchen Applications

Quickly check temperatures in the wine-cooler, refrigerator and freezer.

Ensure best temp for certain wines, without touching the liquid.

Verify safe cooking and serving temperatures of food and drinks.

Avoid guesswork while making jam, chocolates and other specialty cooking items.

Check the temperatures of cooking surfaces when grilling or frying.

Easily monitor temperatures while making beer or storing wine.

Check the temperature of hot items which is going to put into your mouth. If you get temperature over 49C / 120F. Don't put it into your mouth, the temperature will burn your tongue.