MasterForce 244-5968 User manual
Digital Inspection Camera
with 2.4" Screen
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And
Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
CAUTION:
© 2016 Menard, Inc., Eau Claire, WI 54703
244-5968
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Digital Inspection Camera Safety Instructions ................................
Electrical Safety................................................................................
Use and Care...................................................................................
Cleaning and Storage......................................................................
Tool Set Up.......................................................................................
Inspection.......................................................................................
Operating Instructions.....................................................................
Parts List..........................................................................................
Specifications..................................................................................
Troubleshooting...............................................................................
Notes...............................................................................................
Warranty/Replacement....................................................................
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Digital Inspection Camera
with 2.4" Screen
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This MASTERFORCE™brand tool carries our 90-Day Money Back Guarantee.
If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE™brand power tool for
any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your
original receipt to any MENARDS®retail store, and we will provide you a refund - no
questions asked.
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This MASTERFORCE™brand tool carries our famous No Hassle 3 Year Limited
Warranty to the original purchaser. If, during normal use, this MASTERFORCE™power
tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, simply bring the tool with
the original sales receipt back to your nearest MENARDS®retail store. At its discretion,
MASTERFORCE™agrees to have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced
with the same or similar MASTERFORCE™product or part free of charge, within the
stated warranty period, when returned by the original purchaser with original sales
receipt. Not withstanding the foregoing, this 3 year limited warranty does not cover any
damage that has resulted from abuse or misuse of the Merchandise. This warranty: (1)
excludes expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, bits, light
bulbs, and/or batteries; (2) shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and/or rental
purposes; and (3) does not cover any losses, injuries to persons/property or costs. This
warranty does give you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary
from state to state. Be careful, tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained.
Seller’s employees are not qualified to advise you on the use of this merchandise. Any
oral representation(s) made will not be binding on seller or its employees. The rights
under this 3 year limited warranty are to the original purchaser of the merchandise and
may not be transferred to any subsequent owner. This 3 year limited warranty is in lieu
of all warranties, expressed or implied including warranties or merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or
consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy against the seller will be for the
replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long as the seller is willing or able to
replace this product or is willing to refund the purchase price as provided above. For
insurance purposes seller is not allowed to demonstrate any of these power tools for you.
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts -
Please call toll free at: 1-800-255-7011 (M-F 8am - 6pm CST)
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DIGITAL INSPECTION CAMERA SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
USE AND CARE
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• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate camera near moving machinery. The cable can be tangled in moving parts,
pulling in the power tool and your hands and arms.
• Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
that produce heat.
• Children should not be allowed to use this device.
• Do not use camera to inspect spaces or enclosures known or suspected to contain live
electrical wiring
• The camera is not shock resistant, do not immerse the camera handle or display screen in water.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used according to
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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NOTES
• Reference this manual for all safety warnings and precautions, operating and maintenance
procedures, parts list and diagrams.
• Keep your invoice with this manual and write your invoice number on the inside
of the front cover.
• Keep the manual and invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
• Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual, including all safety
alert symbols such as "danger'', "warning", and "caution" before using this tool. Failure to
follow all instructions may result in serious personal injury.
• Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
• Use personal eye protection according to the particular investigations.. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Switch off the instrument when not in use and store in a dry place
• This Visual Inspection Camera is not intended for medical use or personal inspection.
• Store the camera out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
camera or these instructions to operate the item.
• Use the camera and its additional cable in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
• Use of the camera for operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
• Only use accessories specifically recommended for this camera, others may be hazard
WARNING:
CAUTION:
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
TOOL SET UP
Make sure that the Camera is OFF before performing any procedure in this section.
3. Connecting Cable:
a. Carefully push Cable’s key into Cable Connector’s slot.
b. Turn Cable Connector counterclockwise until the Cable and Cable Connector
are securely attached.
4. Disconnecting Cable:
a. Turn Cable Connector clockwise until the Cable and Cable Connector are disconnected.
b. Remove Cable.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
WARNING:
1. AFTER USE, use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to remove any oil, grease or dirt from
the Camera, especially on the buttons and ports, being careful to not put excessive
pressure on the Display Screen.
2. Remove batteries before storage.
3. Store the Camera, cables and accessories in a locked area out of the reach of children.
Slot Key
Cable
Cable
Connector
NOTES
• Clean only with dry cloth or additional soap. Certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful
to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer
thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents
containing ammonia.
• Keep the apparatus handle clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
• Do not expose instrument (display) to moisture
• Always remove the batteries before cleaning.
• Replace all batteries at the same time with new ones and use only the size and type
of battery specified
• Attention should be given to the environment aspects of battery disposal
• Permanent damage to the flex tube and loss of operation will occur if the flex tube is
subjected to narrow radius or sharp angle bends.
USE AND CARE
1. Open battery compartment by sliding battery door down
2. Insert 4 AA alkaline batteries, making sure to insert correctly according to polarity
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSPECTION
5. Attaching Accessories:
a. Hold the accessory against the Imager Head, placing the Hook in the hole.
b. Match the slot on the Sleeve to the accessory, then slide the Sleeve down the
Imager Head until it covers the Hook.
6. Connecting to External Monitor with RCA Cable:
a. Plug one end into the RCA Video Out. Port on Camera, then plug other end into
RCA Video In Port on monitor or TV.
1. Press and hold Power button to turn Camera on.
2. Adjusting Light: Press Left button to dim and turn off light. Press Right button to
turn on light and increase brightness.
3. Flip Image: Press the button to flip image horizontally and vertically.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:
a. condensation in Imager Head.
b. cracked or damaged Cable.
c. cracked or broken parts.
d. any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
Power
Brighten Light
Flip Image
Dim Light
Accessory
Imager Head
Sleeve
Hook
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TOOL SET UP
NOTES
PARTS LIST SPECIFICATIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING
Battery Type
Display Screen
Handheld Display Unit
Operating Temperature
Imager Head
Imager Head Lights
Image Sensor
Imager Head Ingress
Protection Rating
Imager Head and Cable
Operating Temperature
Video Output
4 x AA 1.5V Alkaline
2.4" TFT LCD (320 x 240)
0°C to 45°C
8.5mm (0.3")
4 x Adjustable LED
1/9" VGA CMOS
IP67 - Protected against the effect of
immersion between 15cm and 1 m
-10°C to 80°
RCA Cable
HANDHELD DISPLAY UNIT
RCA CABLE
HOOK
MAGNET
MIRROR
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES LIKELY SOLUTIONS
Display is on, but does
not show image.
1. Light is dim at
maximum brightness.
2. Display turns itself off.
3. Camera will not turn on.
1. Cable connection loose.
2. Imager Head is dirty.
Low Batteries Replace Batteries
1. Check that cable is connected
2. Clean Imager Head.
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PART # DESCRIPTION QTY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
CABLE KEY
CABLE
IMAGER HEAD WITH LIGHT
RCA VIDEO OUT PORT
DISPLAY SCREEN
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