PeakTech 8010 Sound Level Calibrator

1. Safety Precautions

This product complies with the requirements of the following directives of the European Union for CE conformity: 2014/30/EU (electromagnetic compatibility), 2014/35/EU (low voltage), 2011/65/EU (RoHS). Pollution degree 2.

To ensure safe operation of the equipment, the following safety precautions must be observed. Damages resulting from failure to observe these safety precautions are exempt from any legal claims whatsoever.

• Do not subject the equipment to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
• Allow the equipment to stabilize at room temperature before taking up measurement (important for exact measurements).
• Comply with the warning labels and other information on the equipment.
• Do not operate the equipment near strong magnetic fields (motors, transformers, etc.).
• Avoid strong shocks or vibrations to the equipment.
• Operation in potentially explosive atmospheres or the use on humans and animals is not permitted.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
• Opening the equipment and service- and repair work must only be performed by qualified service personnel.
• Measuring instruments do not belong in children's hands!

2. Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the equipment only with a damp, soft cloth and a commercially available household cleanser. Ensure that no water gets inside the equipment to prevent possible shorts and damage to the equipment.

3. Introduction

The sound level calibrator PeakTech® 8010 meets the requirements of EN 60942: 2003 Class 2, which is used to check the accuracy of sound level meters. The calibrator generates a defined sound level signal with a sound level of 94 dB (decibels) or 114 dB at a sound frequency of 1000 Hz. Sound level meters equipped with a microphone with a diameter of 1/2" (12.7mm) can be inserted into the calibration port of the calibrator. The specified accuracies are given at an atmospheric pressure of 1013 hPa, an ambient temperature of 23°C, and a humidity of 65% RH.

4. Front and Panel Description

The device features the following controls and indicators:

• 1. Calibration Port for microphones: The opening where the sound level meter's microphone is inserted.
• 2. Selection-Switch: Allows selection between OFF, 94 dB, and 114 dB output levels.
• 3. Battery Compartment: Located on the back of the device, housing the 9V battery.

[Description of the device image: The front view shows a blue and white cylindrical device with the PeakTech logo, model number 8010, and the selection switch. The back view shows warning labels, CE marking, battery compartment details, and manufacturer information.]

5. Measurement Operation

1. Insert the microphone of your sound level meter into the calibration port of the PeakTech 8010. Ensure the microphone is fully inserted.
2. Select the required sound level for testing (94 dB or 114 dB) using the selection switch (2).
3. Read the measured value on your sound level meter's display.
4. If the measured value does not match the calibration signal, readjust your sound level meter. Refer to your sound level meter's manual or consult your dealer for assistance.
5. After each measurement, turn off the sound level calibrator by selecting the "OFF" position of the switch.

6. Technical Specifications

7. Replacing the battery

If no sound pressure level is output, the battery needs to be replaced. Follow these steps:

1. Loosen the screw on the back of the battery compartment cover and remove the cover.
2. Disconnect the old battery from the battery cable and remove it from the battery compartment.
3. Connect the new 9V battery to the battery cable and place the battery in the compartment.
4. Replace the battery compartment cover and secure it with the screw.

8. Notification about the Battery Regulation

The delivery of many devices includes batteries, which serve, for example, to operate remote controls. Batteries or accumulators may also be built into the devices themselves. In connection with the sale of these batteries or accumulators, PeakTech is obliged under the Battery Regulations to notify its customers of the following:

Please dispose of old batteries as required by law. Disposal in household waste is expressly forbidden by the Battery Regulations. Dispose of them at a municipal collection point or return them to a local shop free of charge. Batteries obtained from PeakTech can be returned free of charge after use at the address provided on the last page, or by posting them back with sufficient postage.

Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with a symbol consisting of a crossed-out waste bin and the chemical symbol (Cd, Hg, or Pb) of the heavy metal responsible for the classification as a pollutant:

• [Symbol: Crossed-out waste bin with Cd] "Cd" stands for Cadmium.
• [Symbol: Crossed-out waste bin with Hg] "Hg" stands for Mercury.
• [Symbol: Crossed-out waste bin with Pb] "Pb" stands for Lead.

9. Copyright and Disclaimer

All rights, including translation, reprinting, and reproduction of this manual or parts thereof, are reserved. Reproduction of any kind (photocopying, microfilm, or other processes) is only permitted with written authorization from the publisher. This manual is based on the latest technical knowledge. Technical changes in the interest of progress are reserved. PeakTech herewith confirms that all devices meet the specifications mentioned in our documentation and are delivered factory-calibrated. A recalibration after 1 year is recommended.

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