testo 925

Temperature measuring instrument

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Content
General notes ....................................................22
1. Safety advice......................................................23
2. Intended purpose ..............................................24
3. Product description ............................................25
3.1 Display and control elements ........................................25
3.2 Interfaces ......................................................................26
3.3 Voltage supply ..............................................................26
4. Commissioning ..................................................27
5. Operation ..........................................................28
5.1 Connect the probe ........................................................28
5.2 Switching the instrument on / off ..................................28
5.3 Switching the display light on / off ................................29
5.4 Performing settings ......................................................29
6. Measuring ..........................................................34
7. Care and maintenance ......................................36
8. Questions and answers ......................................37
9. Technical data ....................................................38
10. Accessories / Spare parts ..................................39
22 General notes

General notes

The documentation contains information that must be

applied if the product is to be used safely and efficiently.
Please read this documentation through carefully and
familiarise yourself with the operation of the product before
putting it to use. Keep this document to hand so that you
can refer to it when necessary.

Identification
Representation Meaning Comments
Note Offers helpful tips and information.
, 1, 2 Objective Denotes the objective that is to be
achieved via the steps described. Where
steps are numbered, you must always
follow the order given!
Condition A condition that must be met if an action
is to be carried out as described.
, 1, 2, ... Step Carry out steps. Where steps are
numbered, you must always follow the
order given!
Text Display text Text appears on the instrument display.
Button Control button Press the button.
- Result Denotes the result of a previous step.
Cross-reference Refers to more extensive or detailed
information.
 1. Safety advice 23

1. Safety advice

Avoid personal injury/damage to equipment

Do not use the instrument and probes to measure on or
near live parts.
Never store the instrument/probes together with
solvents and do not use any dessicants.
Product safety/preserving warranty claims
Operate the instrument only within the parameters
specified in the Technical data.
Always use the instrument properly and for its intended
purpose. Do not use force.
Do not expose handles and feed lines to temperatures in
excess of 70 °C unless they are expressly permitted for
higher temperatures.
Temperatures given on probes/sensors relate only to the
measuring range of the sensors.
Open the instrument only when this is expressly
described in the documentation for maintenance and
repair purposes.
Carry out only the maintenance and repair work that is
described in the documentation. Follow the prescribed
steps when doing so. For safety reasons, use only
original spare parts from Testo.
Ensure correct disposal
Take faulty rechargeable batteries/spent batteries to the
collection points provided for them.
Send the product back to Testo at the end of its useful
life. We will ensure that it is disposed of in an
environmentally friendly manner.
24 1. Safety advice

Instruments with radio module 915.00 MHz FSK

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is needed.
· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
· this device may not cause harmful interference, and
· this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

2. Intended purpose

Use the product only for those applications for which it was
designed. Ask Testo if you are in any doubt.
testo 925 is a compact measuring instrument for
measuring temperatures.
The product was designed for the following
tasks/applications:
· HVAC applications
· Measuring surface temperatures
The product should not be used in the following areas:
· Areas at risk of explosion
· Diagnostic measurements for medical purposes
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3. Product description

3.1 Display and control

elements
Overview
Infrared interface, probe socket(s)
Display
Control buttons
Radio module compartment, battery
compartment (rear)
Key functions
Key Functions
Switch instrument on;
switch instrument off (press and hold)
Switch display light on / off
Keep reading, display
maximum/minimum value
Open/leave configuration mode (press
and hold)
In configuration mode:
Confirm input
In configuration mode:
Select option, increase value (press and
hold to increase values rapidly)
Print data
Change between displaying connected
probe and radio probe ( lit)
In configuration mode: Select option,
decrease value (press and hold to
decrease values rapidly)
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Important displays
Display Meaning
Battery capacity (bottom left in display):
4 segments in the battery symbol are lit: Instrument battery is fully
charged
· No segments in the battery symbol are lit: Battery is almost spent
Print function: Readings are sent to the printer
Upper alarm limit: Lit if exceeded
Lower alarm limit: Lit if undershot
Measurement channel: Radio probe (the number of “radio wave”
segments shown indicates the strength of the signal)

3.2 Interfaces
Infrared interface
Measurement data can be sent to a Testo printer via the
infrared interface on the head of the instrument.

Sensor socket(s)
Plug-in measuring probes can be connected via the probe
socket(s) on the head of the instrument.

Radio module (accessory part)

Radio probes may only be used in countries in which
they have been Type Approved (see application infor-
mation of the radio probe).
A radio measuring probe can be connected via the radio
module.

3.3 Voltage supply

Voltage is supplied by means of a 9 V monobloc battery
(included in delivery) or rechargeable battery. It is not
possible to run the instrument from the mains supply or
charge a rechargeable battery in the instrument.
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4. Commissioning

Removing the protective film on the display:

Pull the protective film off carefully.
Inserting a battery/rechargeable battery:
1 To open the battery compartment on the rear of the
instrument, push the lid of the battery compartment in
the direction of the arrow and remove.
2 Insert a battery/rechargeable battery (9 V monobloc).
Observe the polarity!
3 To close the battery compartment, replace the lid of
the battery compartment and push it against the
direction of the arrow.
- The instrument switches itself on and configuration
mode is opened.
4 Set the date, time and unit of measurement.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS, objectives
SETTING THE DATE/TIME and following.
Inserting a radio module (accessory part):
Radio probes may only be used in countries in which
they have been Type Approved (see application infor-
mation of the radio probe).
The instrument is switched off.
1 To open the radio module compartment on the rear of
the instrument, push the clip lock downwards and
remove the lid of the radio module compartment.
2 Insert the radio module.
3 To close the radio module compartment, replace the
radio module compartment and close it.
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5. Operation

5.1 Connect the probe

Plug-in probes
Plug-in probes must be connected before the measuring
instrument is switched on so that they are recognised by
the instrument.
Insert the connector of the probe into the probe
socket.
Radio probes
Radio probes may only be used in countries in which
they have been Type Approved (see application infor-
mation of the radio probe).
A radio module (accessory part) is required for the use of
radio probes. The radio module must be connected before
the measuring instrument is switched on so that it is
recognised by the instrument.
Each radio probe has a probe ID (identification number).
This must be set in configuration mode.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS.

5.2 Switching the instrument

on / off
Switching the instrument on:
Press .
- Measurement view is opened: The current reading
is displayed, or ---- lights up if no reading is
available.
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Switching the instrument off:

Press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the display
goes out

5.3 Switching the display

light on / off
Switching the display light on / off:
The instrument is switched on.
Press .

5.4 Performing settings

1 To open configuration mode:
The instrument is switched on and is in measurement
view. Hold, Max or Min are not activated.
Press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the display
changes.
You can change to the next function with .
You can leave configuration mode at any time. To do
so, press and hold (for approx. 2s) until the
instrument has changed to measurement view. Any
changes that have already been made in configuration
mode will be saved.
2 To set the alarm function:
Configuration mode is opened, Alarm is displayed.
1 Select the desired option with and confirm with
:
· OFF: Switches the alarm function off.
· On: Switches the alarm function on.
OFF was selected:
Continue with objective TO REGISTER THE RADIO PROBE.
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On was selected:
2 Use / to set the value for the upper alarm
threshold ( ) and confirm with .
3 Use / to set the value for the lower alarm
threshold ( ) and confirm with .
3 To register the radio probe:
Radio probes may only be used in countries in which
they have been Type Approved (see application infor-
mation of the radio probe).
The setting function for radio probes is only available if
a radio module (accessory part) is inserted into the
measuring instrument.
See the chapter COMMISSIONING.
If no radio module is inserted:
Continue with objective TO SET AUTO OFF.
Each radio probe has a probe ID (RF ID). This consists of
the last 3 digits of the serial no. and the position of the
slide switch in the radio probe (H or L).
Configuration mode is opened and RF ID and Auto are
lit.
The radio probe is switched on.
1 Select the desired option with and confirm with
:
· YES: Switches automatic probe detection on
(recommended).
· no: Switches automatic probe detection off.
no was selected:
2 Use / to set the probe ID manually and
confirm with .
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YES was selected:

- Automatic probe detection is started. Auto flashes
while the instrument looks for a radio probe that is
switched on.
- Once a radio probe is found, the probe ID is
displayed. If no probe is found, NONE lights up.
Possible reasons why probes are not found:
· The radio probe is not switched on or the
battery of the radio probe is spent.
· The radio probe is outside the range of the
measuring instrument.
· Sources of interference are influencing the radio
transmission (e.g. reinforced concrete, metal
objects, walls or other barriers between
transmitter and receiver, other transmitters of the
same frequency, strong electromagnetic fields).
If necessary, rectify the possible causes for the
disruption to the radio transmission and start
automatic probe detection again with .
- If further wireless probes are within reception range,
the probe ID of a different wireless probe may be
displayed.
If necessary: switch off other wireless probes or
remove from the reception range, and start
automatic probe detection again with .
2 Press to change to the next function.
4 To set Auto Off:
Configuration mode is opened, Auto Off is lit.
Select the desired option with and confirm with
:
· On: The measuring instrument switches off
automatically if no button is pressed for 10 min.
Exception: A recorded reading is shown on the
display (Hold or Auto Hold is lit).
· OFF: The measuring instrument does not switch
itself off automatically.
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5 To set Auto Hold:

The Auto Hold function is only active on plug-in
measuring probes.
Configuration mode is opened, Auto Hold is lit.
1 Select the desired option (5, 10, 15, 20s) with and
confirm with :
· OFF: Readings are not recorded automatically.
· On: Once a stable reading is obtained (change in
reading <0.2 °C/0.4 °F in the set evaluation time), it
is recorded automatically.
OFF was selected:
Continue with objective TO SET THE MAX./MIN. PRINT
FUNCTION.

On was selected:
2 Use / to set the value for the evaluation time
(in s) and confirm with .
6 To set the max./min.print function:
Configuration mode is opened, MaxMin and are lit.
Select the desired option with and confirm with
.
· On: Maximum and minimum values are printed out
as well when current or recorded readings are
printed.
· OFF: Maximum and minimum values are not printed
out as well when current or recorded readings are
printed.
7 To set the date/time:
Configuration mode is opened, Year is lit.
1 Use / to set the current year and confirm
with .
2 Use / to set the other values for the month
(Month), day (Day) and time (Time) and confirm each
one with .
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8 To set the unit of measurement:

Configuration mode is opened, °C or °F flashes.
Select the desired unit of measurement with and
confirm with .
9 To reset:
Configuration mode is opened, RESET is lit.
Select the desired option with and confirm with
:
· no: Instrument is not reset.
· Yes: Instrument is reset. The instrument is reset to
the factory settings. The setting of the probe ID for
the radio probe is not reset.
- The instrument returns to measurement view.
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6. Measuring

The instrument is switched on and is in measurement

view.
Taking a measurement:
Put the probe in position and read off the readings.
With the Auto Hold function on:
The Auto Hold function is only active on plug-in
measuring probes.
- Auto Hold flashes during measurement.
- If the reading is stable within the set evaluation
time, a signal tone is given and the reading is
recorded.
Start measurement again with .
With the alarm function on and if the alarm threshold
is exceeded or not undershot:
- Alarm lights up and a signal tone is given.
- The alarm goes out if the reading goes below the
upper or above the lower threshold again.
Changing the measurement channel display:
You can change between displaying plugged-in probes
and radio probes ( ).
To change the display: Press .
Holding the reading, displaying the maximum/minimum
value:
The current reading can be recorded. The maximum and
minimum values (since the instrument was last switched
on) can be displayed.
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Press several times until the desired value is

displayed.
- The following are displayed in turn:
· Hold: the recorded reading
· Max: Maximum value
· Min: Minimum value
· The current reading
- In addition to the recorded, maximum or minimum
readings, the 2nd reading line shows the current
reading
Resetting the maximum/minimum values:
The maximum/minimum values of all channels can be
reset to the current reading.
This function is not available if the Auto Hold function
is switched on.
1 Press several times until Max or Min lights up.
2 Press and hold .
- The displayed value flashes twice. All maximum and
minimum values are reset to the current reading
Printing readings:
The readings shown on the display (current reading,
recorded reading or max./min. reading) can be printed
out.
A Testo printer is required (accessory part).
With the Max./Min. print function switched on, the
maximum and minimum values are printed out as well
as the current reading or recorded reading.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS.
1 Configure the instrument so that the value to be
printed is shown on the display.
2 Press .
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7. Care and maintenance

Cleaning the housing:

Clean the housing with a moist cloth (soap suds) if it
is dirty. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or
solvents!
Changing the battery/rechargeable battery:
The instrument is switched off.
1 To open the battery compartment on the rear of the
instrument, push the lid of the compartment in the
direction of the arrow and remove it.
2 Remove the spent battery/rechargeable battery and
insert a new battery/rechargeable battery (9 V mono-
bloc). Observe the polarity!
3 To close the battery compartment, replace the lid of
the compartment in position and push it against the
direction of the arrow.
If the voltage supply had been interrupted for a long
period, the date/time and unit of measurement will have
to be reset:
- The instrument switches itself on and configuration
mode is opened.
Set the date/time and unit of measurement.
See the chapter PERFORMING SETTINGS, objectives
SETTING THE DATE/TIME and following.
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8. Questions and
answers

Question Possible causes Possible solution

is lit (bottom left · Instrument battery is · Replace instrument
in display). almost spent. battery.
is lit (above · Radio probe battery · Replace radio probe
symbol). is almost spent. battery.
Instrument switches · Auto Off function Switch function off.
itself off. is switched on.
· Residual capacity · Replace battery
of battery is too low.
Display: ----- · Sensor is not plugged in. · Switch instrument off,
connect probe and
switch instrument
back on again.
· Sensor break. · Please contact your
dealer or Testo
Customer Service.
Display: uuuu · Permitted measuring range · Keep to permitted
was undershot. measuring range.
Display: oooo· Permitted measuring range · Keep to permitted
was exceeded. measuring range.
Display: no Signal · Registered probe · Switch on probe.
was not found. · Bring probe into
reception range.
· Register radio probe
again, see chapter
PERFORMING SETTINGS,
objective TO REGISTER THE
RADIO PROBE.

Date/time are · Voltage supply was · Reset date and time.

no longer correct interrupted for a longer time

If we are unable to answer your question, please contact

your dealer or Testo Customer Service. Contact details can
be found on the guarantee card or on the Internet under
.
38 9. Technical data

9. Technical data
Characteristic Value
Parameters Temperature (°C/°F)
Meas. range -50.0...+1000 °C / -58.0...+1832.0°F
Resolution 0.1°C / 0.1°F (-50.0...+199.9 °C / - 58.0...+391.8°F)
1°C / 1 °F (rest of range)
Accuracy (±0.5°C+0.3% of reading) / (±0.9°F+0.3% of reading)
(±1 Digit) (-40.0...+900°C / -40.0...+1652°F)
(±0.7°C+0.5% of reading) / (±1.3 °F+0.5% of reading)
(rest of range)
Sensor connections 1x Omega TC socket for temperature probe
type K (NiCr-Ni), radio module (accessory part)
Measuring rate 2/s
Operating temperature range -20 ... +50°C / -4 ... +122 °F
Storage temperature -40 ... +70°C / -40 ... +158°F
Voltage supply 1x 9 V monobloc battery/rech. battery
Running time (display with probe connected: approx. 200h / approx. 68h,
lighting off / on) with radio probe: approx. 45 h / 33h
Protection class with TopSafe (accessory part) and probe connected: IP65
EC Directive 89/336/EEC
Warranty 2 years
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10. Accessories /
Spare parts
Name Part no.
Radio modules 1
Radio module 869.85MHz, authorisation for e. g. DE, ES, IT, FR, GB 0554 0188
Radio module 915.00MHz, authorisation for e. g. USA 0554 0190
Radio probes 1
Radio immersion/penetration probe, NTC,
authorisation for e. g. DE, ES, IT, FR, GB 0613 1001
Radio immersion/penetration probe, NTC, authorisation for e. g. USA 0613 1002
Universal radio handles
Radio handle for plug-in probeheads incl. TC adapter,
authorisation for e. g. DE, ES, IT, FR, GB 0554 0189
Radio handle for plug-in probeheads incl. TC adapter,
authorisation for e. g. USA 0554 0191
Adapter for connection to TC probes on radio handle 0554 0222
TC -probehead for air/immersion tip, attachable to radio handle 0602 0293
TC probes, type K
Water-proof immersion/penetration probe, TC type K 0602 1293
Water-proof surface probe with widened measurement tip for
smooth surfaces, TC type K 0602 1993
Robust air probe, TC type K 0602 1793
Miscellaneous
TopSafe testo 925, protects from impact and dirt particles 0516 0221
Testo printer with IRDA and infrared interface,
1 roll thermal paper and 4 round cell batteries 0554 0547
1
Radio probes may only be used in countries in which they have been Type
Approved (see application information of the radio probe).

For a complete list of all accessories and spare parts,

please refer to the product catalogues and brochures or
look up the www.testo.com Internet site.
40 Notes