ERMENRICH Wett MW40 Moisture Detector User Manual
- May 15, 2024
- ERMENRICH
Table of Contents
Wett MW40 Moisture Detector
User Manual
Ermenrich Wett MW40
Moisture Detector
Wett MW40 Moisture Detector
- Low battery indicator
- Moisture scale indication
- Wood density
- HOLD icon
- Current moisture value
- MODE icon
- DENSITY button
- SET button
- HOLD button
- POWER button
- MODE button
- Sensor
- Battery compartment
Emmerich Wet MW40 Moisture Detector
Please carefully read the safety instructions and the user manual before using this product. Keep away from children. Use the device only as specified in the user manual.
Getting started
- Open the battery compartment cover and insert 3 AAA batteries. Close the cover.
- Press (10) to turn the device on. Press (10) and hold it for 3 seconds to turn the device off.
Using
Turn the device on, select the measuring mode and the wood density grade, if
applicable. Put the device up to the sample so that the sensor (12) touches
it. The data will be displayed on the screen.
To hold the current measurement on the screen, press (9). The HOLD icon will
be displayed.
Alert setting
Turn the device on and press (8). The digit that is to be set will be
blinking. Press (8)/(9) and (7)/(11) to adjust the value of the blinking
digit.
Then, press (9) and hold it for 3 seconds to confirm the setting. To cancel
the alert setting, press (8) and hold it for 3 seconds.
Mode setting
Turn the device on and press (11) to set the measuring mode.
The setting order: wall -> masonry -> softwood -> hardwood.
Wood density grade
Turn the device on and select the softwood mode. Press (7) to set the wood
density grade. Density is classified into nine grades (see the “Grade” column
in the table below). The M1–M9 icon will be displayed on the screen.
Table of wood absolute dry density
| Wood | Density, g/cm³ | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas fir (pseudotsuga) | 0.45 | 2 |
| Pine/fir | 0.45 | 2 |
| Cedar | 0.5 | 2 |
| Alder | 0.47 | 2 |
| Aspen | 0.42 | 2 |
| Manchurian ash | 0.60 | 3 |
| Linden | 0.37 | 1 |
| Birch | 0.57 | 3 |
| Cherry tree | 0.50 | 2 |
| Cupressus | 0.40 | 1 |
| Elm | 0.58 | 3 |
| Sequoioideae | 0.35 | 1 |
| Hemlock | 0.45 | 2 |
| Hickory | 0.75 | 6 |
| Larch | 0.58 | 3 |
| Philippine mahogany | 0.50 | 2 |
| African mahogany | 0.50 | 2 |
| Khaya | 0.50 | 2 |
| Rose mahogany | 0.85 | 6 |
| Maple | 0.55 | 3 |
| Eucalyptus saligna | 0.55 | 3 |
| Eucalyptus phoenicea | 0.75 | 6 |
| Red oak | 0.65 | 4 |
| Wood | Density, g/cm³ | Grade |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Oak | 0.78 | 6 |
| Western white pine/Pinus lambertiana | 0.35 | 1 |
| Poplar | 0.45 | 2 |
| Pinus radiata | 0.37 | 1 |
| Spruce | 0.43 | 2 |
| Pomelo tree | 0.60 | 3 |
| Black walnut | 0.60 | 3 |
| Manchurian walnut | 0.47 | 2 |
| Beech | 0.65 | 4 |
| Ormosia henryi | 0.82 | 7 |
| Jichimu (Chicken-wing wood) | 0.80 | 6 |
| Rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis) | 0.65 | 4 |
| Olive | 0.75 | 6 |
| Chinese parasol tree | 0.35 | 1 |
| Handroanthus (poui, pau d’arco, or ipê) | 1.00 | 9 |
| Iroko | 0.60 | 3 |
| Jatoba | 0.80 | 6 |
| Dipterocarpus | 0.65 | 6 |
| Intsia bijuga | 0.72 | 5 |
| Aucoumea klaineana | 0.40 | 1 |
| Gonystylus | 0.55 | 3 |
| Cumaru (Dipteryx odorata) | 0.90 | 8 |
| Faber’s oak | 0.70 | 5 |
Note!
If the wood of the measured sample is not listed in the table above, use the
following equation to calculate the absolute dry density.
Density = (100 x weight / volume) / (100 + moisture content of the wood)
Weight unit of measurement: gram
Volume unit of measurement: cm³
Select grade “1” for densities below 0.25g/cm³.
Specifications
| Type | non-contact |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 0.10% |
| Measurement accuracy | ±4% |
| Measuring range | wall: 0–20% |
masonry: 0–33%
softwood: 0–60%
hardwood: 0–36%
Operating temperature range| 0… +40°C (operating), –10…+50°C (storage) /
32…104°F (operating), 14…122°F (storage)
Operating humidity range| 0–90%
Auto-off| 5 min
Power supply| 3pcs AAA batteries
Dimensions| 77x30x153mm / 3×1.1x6in
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product range and specifications without prior notice.
Care and maintenance
Use the device only as specified in the user manual. Keep away from children. Do not try to disassemble the device on your own for any reason. For repairs and cleaning of any kind, please contact your local specialized service center. Protect the device from sudden impact and excessive mechanical force. Do not use the product in explosive environment, close to flammable materials. Store the device in a dry cool place. Only use accessories and spare parts for this device that comply with the technical specifications. Never attempt to operate a damaged device or a device with damaged electrical parts! If a part of the device or battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
Battery safety instructions
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the
intended use. Always replace the whole set of batteries at one time; taking
care not to mix old and new ones, or batteries of different types. Clean the
battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
Make sure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and
–). Remove batteries from equipment that is not to be used for an extended
period of time. Remove used batteries promptly. Never short-circuit batteries
as this may lead to high temperatures, leakage, or explosion. Never heat
batteries in order to revive them. Do not disassemble batteries. Remember to
switch off devices after use. Keep batteries out of the reach of children, to
avoid risk of ingestion, suffocation, or poisoning. Utilize used batteries as
prescribed by your country’s laws.
Levenhuk International Lifetime Warranty
All Levenhuk telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and other optical products,
except for their accessories, carry a lifetime warranty against defects in
materials and workmanship. A lifetime warranty is a guarantee on the lifetime
of the product on the market. All Levenhuk accessories are warranted to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship for six months from the purchase
date. The warranty entitles you to the free repair or replacement of the
Levenhuk product in any country where a Levenhuk office is located if all the
warranty conditions are met.
For further details, please visit:
www.levenhuk.com/warranty
If warranty problems arise, or if you need assistance in using your product,
contact the local Levenhuk branch.
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USA, +1-813-468-3001,
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