Escapees November-December 2022

weight and safety

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Thermal Guns By JIM KOCA #86367, Escapees RVers Boot Camp Instructor

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The digital thermal gun (also known as a temperature gun or Infrared Thermometer) is a tool that every RVer should have in their tool box. It allows you to take a temperature reading from a distance. This tool has a built-in laser to pinpoint the exact location that you want to measure. Commer cial thermal guns are used by fi re departments and electri cal companies when looking for heat sources. I n the RV world, the thermal gun will allow you to use it on the wheel bearings, tires or any other place of which you are concerned. When you are traveling, heat will build up on the aforementioned places. You are looking for a spike in temperature that could be caused by a bad wheel bearing or from low air pressure in a tire. The secret to using the thermal gun is to be consistent on where you measure. If you measure the temperature of the tire’s side wall, every measurement in the future should be in the same spot. Another use of the thermal gun is for taking the temperature in the refrigerator and the freezer, in order to set the temperature for the appliance.It can also be used to check the temperature of cooking pans and BBQ grills. The thermal gun is available from most hardware stores or it can be ordered online from Amazon. The prices range from $19 to $30. The guns will use a AA or 9-volt battery for power.

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Ennologic Temperature Gun

SmartWeigh Needs You! Due to a family emergency, Escapees needs to replace the Weighmaster at our permanent site at North Ranch, in Congress, Arizona. This is a great opportunity to help your fellow RVers while enjoying the nearby attractions in picturesque Arizona and Nevada. This position is open to all Escapees and Xscapers members. Training can be tailored to your schedule. The position o ff ers monetary compensation and a fl exible schedule.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, E-MAIL SMARTWEIGH@ESCAPEES.COM

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ESCAPEES Magazine November/December 2022