Laserliner 082 016 Damp Finder Compact Plus Instructions

: June 5, 2024
: Laserliner

Table of Contents

Laserliner 082 016 Damp Finder Compact Plus
INTRODUCTION
General safety instructions
BLUETOOTH
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

Laserliner 082 016 Damp Finder Compact Plus

INTRODUCTION

Completely read through the operating instructions, the „Warranty and Additional Information“ booklet as well as the latest information under the internet link at the end of these instructions. Follow the instructions they contain. This document must be kept in a safe place and passed on together with the device.

Function / Application

This material moisture device detects and evaluates the material moisture content of wood and building materials by way of electric resistance measurement. The displayed value (wood) or the calculated value (building materials) is material moisture in % with respect to dry mass. Example: 100% material moisture for 1 kg of wet wood = 500 g water.
The measuring instrument also features a material-independent index mode. Measured data transfer via Bluetooth® interface.

Measurement procedure notice:

Be sure neither supply lines (electric lines, water pipes, etc) nor a metal subsurface is present at the location to be measured.
Insert the electrodes as far into the material as possible but never use excessive or sudden impact force as this could damage the unit.
Always pull the unit out of the material with left/right twisting motion. Perform several comparative measurements at different locations to minimise measurement error.

General safety instructions

The device must only be used in accordance with its intended purpose and within the scope of the specifications.
The measuring tools and accessories are not toys.
Keep out of reach of children.
Modifications or changes to the device are not permitted, this will otherwise invalidate the approval and safety specifications.
Do not expose the device to mechanical stress, extreme temperatures, moisture or significant vibration.
The device must no longer be used if one or more of its functions fail or the battery charge is weak.
Do not use the measuring probe with an external voltage. Please ensure compliance with the safety regulations set out by local and national authorities with regard to the correct and proper use of the device
Dealing with electromagnetic radiation
The measuring device complies with electromagnetic compatibility regulations and limits in accordance with the
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU which is covered by the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
Local operating restrictions for example, in hospitals, aircraft, petrol stations or in the vicinity of people with pacemakers may apply. Electronic devices can potentially cause hazards or interference or be subject to hazards or interference.
The measuring accuracy may be affected when working close to high voltages or high electromagnetic alternating fields.

Safety instructions

Dealing with RF radiation
The measuring device is equipped with a wireless interface.
The measuring device complies with electromagnetic compatibility and wireless radiation regulations and limits in accordance with the RED 2014/53/EU.
Umarex GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that the DampFinder Compact Plus radio equipment complies with the essential requirements and other provisions of the European Radio
Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED). The EU Declaration of Conformity can be found in its entirety at the following address: http://laserliner.com/info?an=ABT

Information on maintenance and care

Clean all components with a damp cloth and do not use cleaning agents, scouring agents and solvents. Remove the battery(ies) before storing for longer periods. Store the device in a clean and dry place.

Inserting batteries

Open the battery compartment and insert battery according to the symbols. Be sure to pay attention to polarity

Change measuring prods

Wood groups A / B, moisture in %
Index mode (building materials)
Bar graph display for wood groups A / B
Bar graph display for index mode
Numeric measurement value in % / index value
Low battery charge
Display arrow: value out of range indicator
On/Off switch, READ: transfer measured data via Bluetooth® interface, switch the temperature unit between °C and °F
Switch-over to wood groups A and B, index mode
Bluetooth active

ON
When the device is turned on, the display will show the ambient temperature for 3 seconds.

OFF

To change the measuring mode

Self-test function

Switch to index mode Laserliner 082 016 Damp Finder Compact Plus
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Determine wood moisture

The location to be measured should be untreated, free of knots, dirt and resin. Measurements should not be made on the end faces of wood because these areas dry particularly quickly such that they produce incorrect measurement results. Carry out several comparison measurements across the grain structure. The table shows which wood

A

Abachi| Cypress Pine, Mexican| Niové
Abura| Ebony, African| Oak, Red
Afzelia| Gum, Manna| Oak, White American
Albizia falcatara| Hickory, Mockernut| Okoumé
Ash, American| Hickory Pecan| Pau amarello
Ash, Japanese| Hickory, Pignut| Pear
Ash, White American| Idigbo| Pine, Brazilian
Beech, American| Ilomba| Rosewood, Brazilian
Beech, European| Ipe| Rosewood, Indian
Beech, Red (Sapwood)| Iroko| Teak
Canarium, Grey| Lime, American| Willow
Canarium, (PG)| Lime, European| Willow, Black
Cedar, common| Mockernut
Cypress, Alaska| Niangon
B

Agba| Cembra Pine| Mahogany, Cherry
Alder, Black| Cherry, European| Maple Black
Alder, Common| Chestnut, Horse| Maple, Great
Alder, Red| Chestnut, Sweet| Maple Red
Alerce| Cypress, Italian| Oak, European
Andiroba| Douka| Pine, Common
Ash, Common| Elm| Pine, Maritime
Ash, Silver (Southern)| Emien| Pine, Ponderosa
Aspen| Fir, Douglas| Pine, Western Yellow
Balsa| Fréne| Plum, European
Basralocus / Angelique| Hornbeam, common| Poplar, all
Bean, Black| Izombé| Poplar, White
Birch| Jacareuba| Purpleheart
Birch, European White| Jarrah| Sandalwood, Red
Birch, Yellow| Kapok| Scots Pine
Bloodwood, Red| Karri| Spruce, European
Box, Black| Kosipo| Tola branca
Canarium (SB)| Larch, European| Tree heath
Cedar, Incense| Limba| Walnut, European
Cedar, Pencil| Logwood
Cedar, Western Red| Mahogany, African
dry| moist| wet
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≤ 10%| ≥ 11%| ≥ 20%

Index mode (Determine building moisture)

The universal index mode is used to compare measuring points and therefore to ascertain moisture. The moisture content of building materials can be additionally determined in % with the aid of the conversion table. Be aware that walls (or surfaces) with differing material structures, or even variations in material composition, can cause measurement results to be falsified. Perform multiple comparative measurements. You read off the measurement results from the following index scale and convert them to % with the aid of the table. Laserliner 082 016 Damp Finder Compact Plus
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Example
Building material: anhydrite screed Measured value: 265 Result: 0.1% material moistur

Unit of temperature selection °C / °F (see fig. C, page 02)

Auto-Hold function

The last measurement value will continue to display for about 5 seconds after removing the device from the measured material. The symbol of the selected mode flashes and the measured value last determined is displayed. The device is ready for a new measurement as soon as the flashing stops and the measured value is reset to 0.