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DICKSON
Getting Started
Your KT6 recorder has been preset to operate using
the most popular settings. To change the range, use
dip switches (page 6). NOTE: Dip switches can only be
changes when unit is off.
Recording Time: 7 day
Range: 0 to 100˚F
A pen(s) and a chart have already been installed for
your convenience. All you need to do to start using your
KT6 recorder with the settings listed above is follow
these quick start instructions:
1. Plug in the AC adapter
2. Plug in thermocouple probe(s).
NOTE:Be sure to observe proper polarity when
connecting wires from transmitter.
3. Remove the protective pen cap from red pen
7.5” (190.5mm)
7.125” (182.2mm)
6.875” (174.6mm)
7.5” (190.5mm)
7.125” (182.2mm)
6.875” (174.6mm)
Rear Mount Opening
(Used for DIN sizes)
Front Mount
Recorder Overall
Figure 2.5
Chart Installation
Use the following procedure to install or replace a chart
in the recorder.
1. Open the door by pressing the door latch.
2. Press the “HOME” key to move the pen to the
“Pen Lift” position. The pen is automatically
raised off the chart.
3. Remove the old chart, place the appropriate new
chart on the Chart Hub - being certain that the
edge of the chart slides under the Chart Guide
and insert on Pen Cap Holder.
4. Press the “ON/OFF” key to turn instrument ON.
(see “Keypad Operation”)
5. The instrument will enter a 5 second warm-up
phase, ending with the pen(s) moving to the
appropriate temperature reading(s). Under warm-
up mode the green LED ashes until ready. When
ready, LED will stay solid green.
6. Set the appropriate time by pressing the “CHART
ROTATION” key on the lower right of the dial
plate. The chart will turn clockwise while the
button is depressed. (CAUTION: Do not
manually try to turn the chart hub. Doing
so may damage instrument). Continue the
rotation until the correct hour and day on
the chart is referenced to the timing arrow. (See
“Instrument Anatomy)
Installation
Before you install your KT6 recorder, read through this
entire manual to nd out about all the options that are
available to you.
Your recorder has been shipped with the following
items:
1. One starter box of 0-100 7 day charts
2. One 9V alkaline battery
3. One AC adapter
4. One operation manual
5. One or Two bead-wire K-Thermocouple probes
Place the KT6 on a at, vibration-free surface. Be
sure it is in a vertical position and level. For best
performance and longevity, the location should be a
clean environment, free from dust and corrosive fumes.
Do not exceed temperature specications.
Clips located at the outside of the chart.
4. Press the “HOME” key to move the pen onto
the chart.
5. Set the time by pressing the “CHART ROTATION”
key, which rotates the chart. The chart will
continue to rotate until the key is released.
Release the “CHART ROTATION” key when the
appropriate time is indicated at the time indicator
clip.
Pen Installation
A disposable ber-tipped pen is installed in this
recorder. When pen replacement becomes necessary,
use the following procedure:
1. Press the “PEN HOME” key to return the pen to
the Home position.
2. Gently lift the pen slightly and slide it off the Pen
Arm.
3. Slide the new pen on the Pen Arm until the notch
in the pen is secure to the Pen Arm.
4. Remove the Pen Cap. Insert on the Pen Cap
Holder.
5. Press the “PEN HOME” key to return the pen to
recording position.
NOTE: To prolong pen life, replace Pen Cap when
recorder is not in use. The Pen Cap can be stored on Pen
Cap Holder located on the dial plate of the recorder.
Wall Mount: Keyhole slots are provided on the KT6 for
wall mounting.
Panel Mount: See the dimensional drawing for exact
panel mount cut out dimensions.