CONDTROL SCAN Electric Wiring and Hardware Scanner User Manual

: June 9, 2024
: CONDTROL

Table of Contents

INTENDED USE
PACKAGE
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
OPERATION
Detection of wooden objects
Detection of live wires
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY
UTILIZATION
Documents / Resources

CONDTROL SCAN Electric Wiring and Hardware Scanner User Manual

Optimal working with the instrument is possible only when the operating instructions and information are read completely, and the instructions contained therein are strictly followed. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

INTENDED USE

CONDTROL SCAN is intended for detection of metals (ferrous and non- ferrous metals, e.g., rebar), joists and “live” wires/conductors in walls, ceilings and floors.

PACKAGE

Instrument – 1 pc.
Carry pouch – 1 pc.
Power supply – 1 pc.
User manual – 1 pc.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

OVERVIEW

LED indicator
Display
Wood detection button
Metal detection button
Live wires detection button
Diital vial button/turn on/off sound signal
Turn on/off the instrument/exit digital vial mode
Sensor area
Battery cover

Display

Indication of battery charge level
Indication of sound signal
Metal detection mode icon
Wood detection mode icon
Live wires detection mode icon
Ferrous metal icon
Non-ferrous metal icon
Detected object approximation degree (0-100 %)
Metal detection depth (cm)
Detection of object center
Digital vial mode

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

**Maximum scanning depth|
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Ferrous metals| 100 mm
Non-ferrous metals (cooper)| 80 mm
Copper conductors(live)| 50 mm
Wood| 20 mm
Automatic shutdown| 5 min
Operating temperature| –10 °C … +50 °C
Storage temperature| –20 °C … +70 °C
Power supply| 1 x 9 V 6LR61 (alkaline)
Operating lifetime| 6 h
Dimensions| 19676*25 mm

* Depends on material and size of objects as material and condition of structure.
** Less scanning depth for wires/conductors that are not “live”.

OPERATION

Inserting/replace the battery
Remove the battery cover. Insert the batteries, observing correct polarity. Put the battery cover back. Use 9 V alkaline batteries only. Remove the batteries when the product is not used for a long time to avoid corrosion and battery depletion.

Start operation

Protect the instrument from moisture and direct sunlight.
Before switching the instrument on, make sure that sensor area is not wet.
If required, wipe the instrument by a dry clean cloth.
If the instrument was subject to an extreme temperature change, allow it to adjust to ambient temperature before switching on. To switch on the instrument press and hold button for 2 seconds. The instrument will automatically enter metal detection mode. In case the instrument emits sound signal and red light indicator is blinking please carry out calibration: place the instrument to an around no metal and strong magnetic field interference environment (for example, hold the instrument up in the air), again press button and hold it pressed until green light indicator is on and you hear beep sound.

Calibration is finished.
To switch off the instrument press and old button during 2 seconds. In order to save battery power the product will switch off automatically within 5 minutes after the last operation.

Operating modes
The instrument detects objects by the sensor area.

Detection of metal objects
Press button to activate metal detection mode. Symbol will appear on the display, green light indicator will be on. Put the instrument onto the surface to be scanned and move it sidewards. When the instrument comes close to metal object, then detected object approximation degree(0-100%) increases, light indicator becomes yellow, then red and sound signal is emitted; when the instrument is moved away from the object, detected object approximation degree (0-100%) decreases, light indicator becomes yellow, then green, no sound signal is emitted. If metal object is located right below the centre of the sensor, symbol appears on the display as well as metal detection depth value (in cm). The accuracy of the depth value depends on shape of the objects to be measured and its location. When the measured object is a normal rebar of 18mm diameter and it is relatively parallel to the detector, the accuracy of the depth value is the best. If detected metal object is ferrous (for example, steel) symbol appears on the display. If detected metal object is non-ferrous (for example, cooper) symbol appears on the display. In order to distinguish between types of metal the instrument should be located above detected metal object (red light indicator is on).

Detection of wooden objects

Press button to activate wood detection mode.
Place the instrument on even surface, press button and hold it until light indicator becomes green. Calibration is finished, you can start operation. Put the instrument onto the surface to be scanned and move it sidewards. When the instrument comes close to wooden object, then detected object approximation degree (0-100%) increases, light indicator becomes yellow, then red and sound signal is emitted; when the instrument is moved away from the object, detected object approximation degree (0-100%) decreases, light indicator becomes yellow, then green, no sound signal is emitted. If wooden object is located right below the centre of the sensor, symbol appears on the display.

Caution: if you placed the instrument onto the surface to be scanned under which a wooden object is coincidentally located, light indicator becomes red and sound signal is emitted. In this case, start scanning again by repositioning the instrument aside from the area where wooden object was detected.

Detection of live wires

Press button to activate live wires detection mode. If the instrument emits sound signal and red light indicator is blinking please perform calibration: place the instrument to an around no metal and strong magnetic field interference environment (for example, hold the instrument up in the air), again press button and hold it pressed until green light indicator is on and you hear beep sound. Calibration is finished. You can start operation. The instrument can detect “live” wires/conductors with 40-60 Hz of AC. Other wires/ conductors can only be indicated as metal objects. “Live” wires/conductors are indicated both during metal scan as well as during a wood scan. When a “live” wire/conductor is detected, symbol appears on the display. Move the instrument over the surface repeatedly in order to localize the “live” wire/conductor more precisely. After moving the instrument over the surface several times, the “live” wire/conductor can be indicated quite precisely. If the instrument is very close to the wire/conductor (detected object approximation degree tends to 100%), the red light indicator is on and sound signal is emitted.

Under certain conditions (if hidden behind metal surfaces or high humidity surfaces), “live” wires/conductors cannot be easily detected. These surfaces can be recognized in metal detection mode. When a detected object approximation degree is the same all over a large area, then the material is like an electric screen and results of “live” wires/conductors scanning are not reliable. The static electricity may cause inaccurate detection results .In order to improve the detection results, put a free hand on the wall next to the instrument. It can eliminate the effect of static electricity.

Digital vial
Press button to activate digital vial function. Digital vial readings are shown on the display. To exit the mode press button .

Switch on/off sound signal
Press and hold button to switch on/off sound signal. When sound signal is on, symbol appears on the display

Recommendations for use
The measuring value can be impaired through certain ambient conditions. They include: the proximity of other equipment, that produce strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, moisture, metallic building materials, foil-laminated insulation materials or conductive wallpaper. Therefore, please also observe other information sources (for example: construction plans)before drilling, sawing or routing into walls, ceilings or floors.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Wipe away debris or contamination with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents.
In order not to affect the measuring function, decals/stickers or name plates, especially metal ones, should not be put on the sensor area on the front or back side of the instrument.
Store and transport the instrument only in the supplied protective case.

WARRANTY

The warranty period is 12 months from the date of sale. The warranty covers all costs for repair or replacement of the device. The warranty does not cover expenses associated with transportation of the product to service center for repair works. The warranty does not extend on damages from blows or falls, misuse, unauthorized repair, and also on batteries and accessories. The calibration expenses after repair are paid separately.

We do not bear responsibility for:

The loss of profits and inconvenience connected with a defect of the instrument.
The expenses on the alternative equipment lease for the instrument repair. Instrument service life is 36 months.

SERVICE
For service center contacts and consultation visit our website: www.condtrol.com

UTILIZATION

Expired instruments, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental friendly recycling according to the laws of your country. Do not dispose of battery packs/batteries into household waste; do not throw it into fire or water. Battery packs/batteries should be collected and passed for recuperation or environmentally friendly disposal.

Only for EC countries:
Do not throw the product into household waste!
According to the European Guideline 2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national right, instruments that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. Defective or dead out battery packs/batteries must be recycled according to the guideline 2006/66/ЕС.

CONDTROL has the right to make changes in design and delivery package of the device without prior notice.

Documents / Resources

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