The Torque Value Checking Meters for Automatic Controlled System

HM-10 / HM-100

Operation Manual
(November 2021)

ET-C005 21B
Thank you for purchasing the HIOS torque meter.
The HM series torque meters are carefully designed to be exclusively used for automatic controlled
systems. This series of torque meters can measure torque without removing the screwdriver mounted
on the system.
Please read the following notes carefully before use. We hope you will use our product for a long time.

■ Features
1. You can measure the screwdriver torque as it is mounted on the automatic controlled system, and
without removing the bit.
2. The detector is compact and you can easily measure the torque even in a small space.
3. The digital display helps easy and precise reading.
4. This instrument can save and indicate peak values for precise measurement.
5. You can carry around this instrument because it is rechargeable and portable.
6. You can use commercially available tools for collection as well as analysis of measurement data.
7. You can also measure the torque of a motor screwdriver for manual use.
● You need to use HIOS’s Fidaptor and a commercially available conversion plug for measurement
of the torque of a motor screwdriver for manual use.
A conversion plug allows static (real-time) measurement. For details, please contact us.
8. Analog outputs can be used for multiple purposes including waveform observation, recording or
judgment of measurement results (an analog cord is optional).

Caution Read the notes below carefully for safe and proper use.

Before using this instrument

● Make sure to carefully read this operation manual and the notes attached to the instrument before
use for safe and proper use.
● The torque meter (display unit) and the detector are calibrated and controlled with the same serial
number. Always use the proper combination referring to the serial number.
● Please note that HIOS is not responsible for malfunctions caused by unauthorized modification,
disassembling and handling of the instrument other than those specified in the operation manual.

Cautions at work
● When you measure a rotational device including a screwdriver, pay attention to the surroundings (e.g.,
working table) so that nothing will be involved in the rotation.
● When you detect anything abnormal, stop operation immediately. Wear working clothes properly
before starting operation, and fully close the cuffs, buttons and zippers.
● Do not wear gloves during operation because they may be slippery.
● Since the detector is small, fix it firmly for measurement to avoid it being swung around.
● Do not throw around the detector; do not hit it, as such handling may cause the instrument to
malfunction.
● Since the strain gauge of the detector is sensitive to the surrounding environment, be sure to set it to
[TRACK] mode at power-on and confirm zero is displayed. Please adjust it to zero occasionally while
in use. (*1)
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 Notes for use
● Never apply the torque exceeding the maximum value displayed on the instrument. If you do so, the
instrument will break inside.
● For correct handling of Fidaptor, refer to page 5.
● Do not use attachments except Fidaptor and other specified attachments.
● Do not use the instrument with a device that gives repeated shocks such as an air screwdriver or an
impact wrench. (*2)
● When you attach Fidaptor to the socket, always fix it with screws in four directions. (*3)
● Do not loosen the screws fixing the socket. (It may cause a precision error.)
● For correct handling of the charger, refer to page 12.
● Do not connect to the data output connector anything but the devices specified in the operation
manual.
● When you insert or remove a connector to/from a cord, hold the connector head and check the pin
arrangement.
● Always turn off the power after finish using the instrument.
● Do not hit or apply a load to the display plate (acrylic plate).
● Do not change the internal volume for calibration, etc.
● Do not handle the detector roughly or drop it.
● Do not use the detector in inappropriate places described below:
・ A place where water, oil and other fluids may be scattered
・ A place where vibrations, dust or heat may exist
・ Outdoors and a place where electric noises may exist
・ A place with high temperatures and high humidity (preferable temperature: 15°C-35°C, preferable
humidity: 25%-65%)
・ Other places where malfunctions and functional damages may be caused
● Do not store the instrument where the temperatures or humidity may change significantly. If you do
so, condensation may occur inside the detector resulting in functional damage.

◎ Important
*1． Before performing zero adjustment, set the unit to the TRACK mode and check if “zero” is
displayed.
*2． If you want to measure the torque of an air screwdriver or an impact wrench, we have the HIT
series for that purpose. Please consult with us.
*3． When you attach Fidaptor to the socket, fix it firmly at four points. (Refer to the external views of
the detector on pages 6 and 16.)
*4． If you turn the zero adjustment knob in the PEAK mode, the reset function will be disabled.
In that case, turn the measurement mode switch to TRACK and perform “Peak” measurement
after confirming zero is displayed. (Refer to Section 7.8 on page 7.)

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■ Parts Name

Display unit

Display unit (back)

(Serial No. sticker is attached.)

Printer Output Analog Output Connect for

connector Connector Charger

Buzzer Set
Unit Converter Switch
Lbf・in←→kgf・cm←→N・m

Display Panel

Power
Switch

Reset
Button
Cable
DPC-0506, 1.7m
Mode Switch (The same shape at
PERK←→TRACK both ends)

Zero Adjustment Knob Socket

DETECTOR
Side of the detector: Connectors
(Serial No. sticker is attached.) ・There are two connectors.
・One is covered with a cap for protection.

● Mode Switch
TRACK: The value on the display changes as the load to the detector changes.
(The value will disappear when no load is applied.)
PEAK: The maximum value of load is captured. (The value will disappear when you press the reset
button.)

● Buzzer Set
The buzzer will start sounding when the torque reaches the specified torque.
● Display panel (unit): ●C
 onversion of N・m: 1N・m≒10.2 kgf・cm
Model N・m N・cm N・m N・cm kgf・cm
HM-100 0.00 0 10 1000 102
HM-10 .000 0.0 1 100 10.2
9.81 981 100
0.981 98.1 10

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■ Items included with the torque meter
● Both the main unit and accessories are packed in a dedicated aluminum attaché case
Fidaptor
Fidaptor L-shaped Others
Model Fidaptor Screw for head Charger
spring wrench 1 piece each
replacementa
P/N: 5 pieces of Phillips head Opposite side
TEM 26-Z pan screws, M2.6 x 6mm dis.: ・Cord for
HM-10 -
Yellow spring 2 pieces of hollow set 1.5mm detector
AC100V
1 piece screws, M3 x 6mm 1 piece P/N: DPC-
P/N
Measurement Opposite side 0506
P/N: 5 pieces of Phillips head TCH-100N
range: dis.
TEM40-Z pan screws, M4.0 x 8mm 1 piece
HM-100 0.15-0.6 N･m 1.5mm, ・Inspection
Black spring 2 pieces of hollow set
Yellow spring 2.0mm report
1 piece screws, M4.0 x 6mm
1 piece 1 piece each

● Fidaptor list
HM-10
HM-100
Model Optional accessory
Standard accessory Standard accessory
(separately sold)
P/N TFM 26-Z TFM 20-Z TFM 40-Z
0.15-0.6 0.25 or smaller 0.5-3

Measurement range
(N・m) (Yellow spring) (Red spring) (Black spring)

Supporting bit No. +#1 +#0 +#2

M2.6 M2.6 M4.0
Head screw diameter
(P/N: SPP26×060SUS) (P/N: SPC26×060) (P/N: SPP40×080SUS)

■ About Fidaptor (accessories)

Use Fidaptor for torque measurement of the screwdriver for an automatically controlled system.
For #1 bit For #2 bit (Note)
When the screw head on the threaded shaft
wears, measurement results vary. Please
replace it as soon as possible.

HM-10 HM-100 ● Replacement of the head screw (preferably replace it within 10

P/N TFM 26-Z P/N TMF 40-Z operation cycles.)
Use the attached L-wrench to loosen the hollow set screws (M3)
before the head shape collapses.
Use the L-wrench to lock the rotation of the hollow
set screw and unfasten the head screw.

Suitable wrench size: 1.5mm for HM-10, 2.0mm for

HM-100. Spare screws are included.
Use L-wrench to lock the rotation
and unfasten the screw.

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■ Operation procedure
● How to check torque using Fidaptor ＬＯＢＡＴ

First, connect the torque meter (HM) to the detector.

Then turn on the power and confirm if the battery has been charged.
・How to check the battery When “LOBAT” is displayed, start
① Turn on the power. charging the battery.

② Set the measurement mode to TRACK.

③ If the battery is low, “LOBAT” is displayed in the upper left corner of the display.
Then, charge the battery (do not charge longer than eight hours). Use the chargers for this battery.
(Note) Do not take measurements while charging the battery.
2. Fix the detector. There are two points for fixing. (See the dimensional drawing of the detector on
page 16.)
3. Connect the cord to the detector.
Connect the cord to the detector. There are two connectors. Use one of them considering the
workability.
*Make sure the connector has the correct shape. If you ignore this, it may cause pin bending.

(Note)
There are two connectors.
Use one of them and cover the other one with a cap.

Points for fixing

4. Use the handy screwdriver to loosen the threaded shaft ring of Fidaptor a little.

A spring

Loosen the shaft so that you can turn the spring with your fingers.
The shaft should always go back to the same position.
loosens

5. Set Fidaptor to the socket.

5-1 Fix Fidaptor to the socket.
● Important
In order to fix Fidaptor, use the L-shaped wrench
(1.5mm) to fasten four hollow set screws (M3.0) on
the side of the socket with even torque.
This way you can measure in a stable manner.

L-shaped wrench, 1.5mm

Hollow set screw (M3, 4 pieces)

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5-2. Set the bit end of the target screwdriver to the center of the head screw of Fidaptor.
◎ Important
Notes when fixing Fidaptor:
(1) In order to have the bit set right in the center of the head screw of
Fidaptor, you need to fix Fidaptor by fastening the four screws on the
side evenly.
(2) The bit tip should be engaged precisely in the head screw of Fidaptor
for measurement (it should be correctly aligned with the thrust
direction and the center of the screw.)
(3) Especially, when you use it in the automatically controlled system, it
should be aligned with the center of the Z-axis.

6. Set the switch for measurement unit change to your desired unit.

POWER
ON Unit converter
Switch
HM
OFF

N・m
lbf・in
kgf・cm

MODE
PEAK

TRAK
RESET
MADE IN JAPAN

7. Set the mode switch to TRACK and turn the zero adjustment knob for zero adjustment.

POWER
ON

HM
OFF
Check if “000” is displayed.

N・m
lbf・in
kgf・cm
Set the mode switch to TRACK.
MODE
PEAK

TRAK
RESET
MADE IN JAPAN

Turn the knob for zero adjustment.

(Note) Zero adjustment is not available with the PEAK position.

8. Set the mode switch to PEAK.

POWER
ON

HM
Set the mode switch to PEAK.
OFF

N・m
lbf・in
kgf・cm

MODE
PEAK

TRAK
RESET
MADE IN JAPAN

After measurement, clear the value with the RESET button.

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9. Turn the screwdriver for measurement.
When the clutch is disconnected, the spring is compressed.
The measurement is displayed in the window and saved.
This is the output torque of the screwdriver.

２１．３

When the clutch of the screwdriver

is disconnected, the measured
value is displayed in the window
and saved.

10. Let Fidaptor recover from contraction to return to the constant height.
*Use the handy screwdriver to loosen the threaded shaft.
(Note) Always let the spring recover the constant height by loosening.

◎Important
The target looseness is that “the
spring can be turned with the fingers”
to always have a constant height.

11. Cancel the value in the window by pushing the Reset button.

POWER
*Note for resetting
(1) Let Fidaptor return to the constant height before
ON

HM pushing the RESET button for cancelling the value.

OFF (2) Let the socket section have no load.
N・m
lbf・in
(Note) It cannot be reset if there is a load.
kgf・cm

MODE
PEAK

TRAK
RESET
MADE IN JAPAN

RESET button for cancelling the value

12. Repeat the steps 10 to 12 to determine average output torque.

Furthermore, if you want to set any torque, adjust the screwdriver’s nut for torque adjustment and
follow the same procedure.
13. When you finish measurements, always loosen Fidaptor.
At the end of the operation for the day, turn off the power and remove everything from the socket.
(Note) Make sure to loosen the Fidaptor spring at the end of operation and store it.

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14. For aggregation of measurement data, turn the mode switch to PEAK.
For measurement, an input signal (torque = load) of 15 digits or larger is required. If you press the
Reset button, the data will be output and the value in the display window will be cancelled. (For the
data output tool, refer to the description on page 17.)
● About “digit”
“digit” means the unit of a value to be displayed regardless of the decimal point.
(Examples) .0.01 = 1 digit
.025 = 25 digits
.10 = 10 digits
1.25 = 125 digits

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■ How to set the buzzer
(Notes)
Buzzer set knob ● Check if the display unit is connected to the detector.
● The buzzer is set to 0.981 N・m (HM-10) and 9.81 N・m
(HM-100) by default when shipped.

<Setting procedure>

Turn on power

Set to TRACK mode

Use the zero adjustment ・Turn the knob to set the

knob to set the value value at which you want
to start the buzzer.

・The buzzer starts sounding

Turn the buzzer when the displayed value reaches
adjustment knob the set value.
Zero adjustment knob ・Stop turning the knob when you
hear the buzzer.

Confirm the value

・Use the zero adjustment knob to
set zero on the display.
Set zero on display

・Check the value after the buzzer.

Measure in PEAK mode

● Measurement after setting the buzzer

(1) Apply load to the detector.
(2) When the load reaches the preset value, the buzzer starts; and:
In the case of the TRACK mode: The buzzer stops when you release the load; “zero” is displayed.
In the case of the PEAK mode: The buzzer and the display continue even when you release the
load.
You can stop the buzzer and the display by pressing the Reset button.
● When you don’t use the buzzer setting, turn the buzzer set knob to specify the value more than the
working value (same as the default).

■ How to replace the spring (attached to HM-100)

HM-100 has two springs: black (strong) and yellow (weak).
A black spring is attached to the Fidaptor.
If you measure a smaller range of torque, replace the black spring with the yellow
one.
(Note) Set the bit of the screwdriver to the Fidaptor’s head screw and turn it
counterclockwise.
Then the threaded shaft becomes loose to enable replacing the spring. Replace

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■ Inspection of Fidaptor
● Handling of Fidaptor
1. Never apply a load more than the measurement capability specified for Fidaptor.
2. Use Fidaptor appropriate for the screwdriver and the torque.
3. Always keep Fidaptor loose and remove everything from the socket after measurement.
4. Try to keep the screwdriver and Fidaptor upright while measuring and apply the thrust load of 5kg
or smaller.
(In the case of a lower range of torque, the thrust load should be 2kg or smaller.)
5. For continuous measuring, apply grease to the component parts of Fidaptor.
6. Set the measurement cycle to 5 seconds or longer. If you set the cycle to a time different to that,
the component parts will wear quickly.
7. Never leave or store Fidaptor in a fastened state.
When you don’t use Fidaptor, loosen the spring.
8. Correctly engage the object for measurement and Fidaptor.
9. Don’t use a deformed or modified Fidaptor.
● Maintenance and inspection of Fidaptor
1. Apply grease (*) to the components (1), (2) and (5) (see the figure below) of Fidaptor regularly.
2. Check the components below before you use Fidaptor:
1) The components (1), (2) and (5) have been greased.
2) The threaded shaft is not bent and the threads have not worn.
3) The threaded shaft is free from foreign materials.
3. Fidaptor is a consumable component. Inspect it regularly and replace it whenever required.

[Replacement guide] See the figure to the left for the

(1) Threaded shaft components (1)-(5).
Components (1) and (2): every 2,500 cycles (1 stroke = 1
cycle)
Component (1): when the shaft is bent or the threads
have worn.
(2) Bearing set Component (4): it should be replaced together with the
component (1).
Component (5): every 5,000 cycles
(3) Bearing housing Note: The grease is available from HIOS. (Separately sold,
grease P/N: TF-3G)

(4) Spring

(5) Plate nut

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■ How to use the socket
This instrument can measure various kinds of torque other than that of screwdrivers by changing
the attachment.
● When you use a customized attachment, you must pay attention to the matters below.
Matters requiring attention when you use a customized attachment:
・There must be no play between the socket and the attachment.
・The attachment must have sufficient strength to prevent breakage during measurement.
・The vertical load to the socket must be 2kg or smaller for HM-10 and 5kg or smaller for HM-100.
・There must be no impact load to the socket.
・There must be no violation to the principles of the torque measuring instrument.
For details of the socket, please refer to the outline view on page 16.

■ Battery charge
Always use the dedicated charger and make sure to turn off the power of the main unit before
starting charging.
When you charge the battery for the first time, it will take eight hours to charge it fully.

Caution Please read the following carefully.

● Do not charge the battery longer than eight hours.

● Use only NiMH batteries, never any other kind, even if obtained from HIOS Corporation.
● Do not use the instrument while charging the battery.
● When “LOBAT” is displayed in the window, stop measurement and charge the battery.
● Do not use the dedicated charger for other purposes.
● Do not place anything heavy on the cord of the charger, and do not bend or bind it.
● Always turn off the power when you connect or disconnect the battery.
● Do not remove the battery in the main unit.

If you charge the battery for more than eight hours, it may
Danger cause heating, explosion, deterioration, a fire, etc.

■ How to charge the battery

1. Turn off the power switch of the instrument and connect the charger’s plug to the connector.
2. When charging is completed, disconnect the plug and turn on the power switch of the instrument
to check the display.

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 ■ Customer service
● Repair
1. Service charges will be made for repairs under the following circumstances:
(1) Malfunctioning or damage caused by incorrect use of the instrument, the instrument has
been disassembled or it malfunctions due to attempted repair.
(2) Oil has been added to the socket, switches or inside the instrument.
(3) The instrument has been damaged during shipping, by dropping, etc.
(4) Damage due to fire, exposure to gas, earthquake, water, irregular power supply or other type
of disaster.
(5) Service charges will also be made for calibration, inspection or parts replacement for the
Fidaptor, etc.
2. No charge will be made for service in the case of inspection and/ or calibration of the same
part that becomes necessary within three months after inspection or calibration has been
performed. (This does not apply under circumstances (1) − (4) above.)
● Shipping and handling charges incurred for repair service must be paid by the customer. Please
direct questions about customer services to HIOS Corporation or your HIOS dealer.

■ Attention
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of it’s useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery
into the municipal waste stream.
Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.

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■ Troubleshooting (before deciding the instrument has failed)
Before deciding the instrument has failed, refer to the table below for troubleshooting. If this does
not solve the problem, please contact your dealer or HIOS.
Symptom Possible cause Action to take
・Charge the battery. Refer to P. 12.
・Insufficient charging of the ・If nothing is displayed even
“LOBAT” in the display
battery after charging the battery, please
contact us.
・Turn off the power and charge
the battery for about 10 minutes
and turn on the power. If the
・The instrument has not been display becomes active, then
Nothing appears on the display used for a long time, or the battery charge the battery within eight
has died. hours for ordinary use.

・If it doesn’t solve the problem,

please contact us.

・Set the Mode switch to TRACK

・Reset does not work if the display and see if zero will be displayed.
Cannot set it to zero value without a load exceeds 10 (Perform this zero adjustment
digits. in the TRACK mode occasionally
while in operation.)
・The Mode switch is set to TRACK. ・Set it to PEAK.
・Zero adjustment has not been
The value cannot be held. ・Use the zero adjustment knob
done.
for adjustment.
・The connection cable is wrongly
・Replace the cable.
connected or it is broken.
・The plug of the charger is not ・Check if the plug is correctly
inserted correctly. inserted.

The instrument cannot be charged ・Connect it to the right

・The plug is connected to the connector.
wrong terminal. ・If it doesn’t solve the problem,
please contact us.
・The battery died. ・Repair is required.
After charging the battery it still
displays insufficient charging. ・Still insufficient charging of the ・Charge the battery again not
battery exceeding eight hours.
・Noises cause wrong value
display. ・Press the Reset button to delete
An irrelevant value is displayed
(When power is on or in the PEAK the value.
mode)

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■ Specifications
Model HM-10 HM-100
N・m 0.015-1.000 0.15-10.00
Peak measuring range lbf・in 0.15 - 9.00 1.5 - 90.0
N・cm 1.5-100.0 15-1000
Accuracy Within ±0.5% (F.S.)
Battery pack 6V NiMH
Charging time 8 hours or less
Weight (kg) Display unit 1.0kg
Detector 0.35kg
Continuous operating time on a full charge 8 hours
Battery life 300 cycles of charging
Detector cord 1.7m (6P cord), P/N: DPC-0506
Exclusive battery charger Input: AC100V, 120V, 220-240V
Output: DC7.2V 120mA
(P/N: TCH-100N)

● Never apply the load more than the maximum allowable load.
● We cannot guarantee the life of the battery in the specification table because it varies depending
on the usage pattern.
● Instruments for use in foreign countries are also available (input: AC120V, 220-240V).

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■ Outline dimensional drawing (and detailed socket dimensions)
“Main unit”

unit:mm

“Detector”
119.0
109.5
95.0
φ29.0 13
53.0
20.0

5
6.5
40.0
36.8

26.0
26.0
20.0

□9.5±0.05 □20.0 ±0.1

depth9.5 height5

C
(A)

New
(B)

Fully fastend with no gyap

D

B = 25.5～28 C = 18～22
33.2 New35
28.7 New30
25.0 New26
2.3

Note: The dimensions of the detector in this drawing are not full-scale.

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■ Specifications for analog output
It is about 0.72 V at the maximum torque.
(Maximum torque: 9.81N・m for HM-100; 0.981N・m for HM-10)
● If you want to use it as an output unit for observed waveforms, you may need the devices below:
Oscilloscope, voltage meter, analog data collection system (Keyence), data logger (Hioki), etc.
Also prepare a dedicated cord for analog data output (P/N: HP-8060, 1.5m).
*Use the devices properly after reading the operation manuals attached to the devices.

■ Data output
If you want to transfer the data to your PC, please use the input tool of Mitutoyo.
A connection cable (separately sold) is also required to connect the input tool and the torque meter.
● Types of input tools
・USB keyboard conversion type, P/N: IT016U
● Connection cable: 06AGF590, 5 pins, 2m

*For the input tool and the printer connection cable, contact Mitutoyo or your dealer.
Regarding import of measurement data, please contact HIOS.

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■ Specifications for serial output
1. Connector pin arrangement: Mitutoyo MQ65-5P
① GND: Ground
② DATA: The data is output in the format below
③ CK: Clock
④ RD: Request for data
⑤ REQ: Request of data output from the outside
① to ④: Open drain; -0.3 to +7V (400μA max.)
⑤: it is pulled up to VDD (1.55V).

2. Data output format

13 digits are output in the sequence below:
d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 d7 d8 d9 d10 d11 d12 d13

Sign Decimal point position

Entry number
Data type Measured value

Each digit is expressed with a 4-bit binary and output from LSB in the sequence: 20→21→22→23.

3. Timing chart

MIN MAX UNIT

T0 2 - sec
T1 0.2 0.4 sec
T2 0.2 0.4 mS
T3 0.5 1 mS
T4 0.2 0.4 mS

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■ The following table is for CHINA RoHS2
If you are asked by China Customs, please show this table to them.
有害物质名称及含量标识格式
产品中有害物质的名称及含量
部件名称 有害物質
铅（pb） 汞 (Hg) 镉 (Cd) 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚
（CR(VI)) （PBB） （PBDE）
充电池 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
外壳 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
电源适配器 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。
○ ：表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。
× ：表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求。

In addition, the China RoHS marks also is required at the product and product box.
At the product, you can find it at the bottom and it is marked on the product box.
If you cannot find the mark, please ask your distributor.
In case of emergency, please cut the mark below and stick at the bottom of product and on the product
box.

China RoHS mark

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HIOS Inc.
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TEL: 81 (Japan) 3-6661-8821 FAX: 81 (Japan) 3-6661-8828
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