RYOBI ESF5002 Whole Stud Detector Owner’s Manual

RYOBI ESF5002 Whole Stud Detector

SAFETY RULES FOR WHOLE STUD DETECTOR

WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

• Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards, related to this product. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Do not operate battery products in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Battery products create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Do not disassemble the product. Contact with internal parts may increase the risk of electric shock or cause damage to the product.
• Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the product in unexpected situations.
• Do not store the product in an area of high heat or humidity. Do not expose the product to extended high heat from the sun (such as on a vehicle dashboard.) To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles. Damage to the product or the battery can result.
• Do not expose product to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a product will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Use the product in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the product, taking into account the environmental conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the product for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Readings on some surfaces may be unreliable. Be aware that wallpaper containing metallic foil or fibers and plaster with metal mesh may cause the unit to function improperly.
• Ensure the device is disconnected and turned off before inserting or changing batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or different brands of batteries.
• Remove batteries from the device when not in use for an extended time.
• Always replace the alkaline battery with the same type of alkaline battery. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of injury and fire.
• This device should not be operated unless the battery compartment is closed.
• Do not place battery devices or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.
• Do not crush, drop or damage battery. Do not use batteries that have been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.

SAFETY RULES FOR WHOLE STUD DETECTOR

• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any battery device in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this device. If you loan someone this device, loan them these instructions also.

OPERATION

INSTALLING / REPLACING THE AAA BATTERY

See Figure 1.
Two AAA batteries are preinstalled in the unit. Before first use, locate and remove the red pull tab to activate the batteries.

• Lift the bottom of the battery cover and remove the cover from the product.
• Install batteries according to the polarity indicators.
• Replace the battery cover, making sure it is secure before use.
• Do not use the product without the battery cover installed.
  NOTE: Remove the batteries for storage when device will not be used for long periods of time.

OPERATING TIPS

See Figure 2.
Studs or joists are typically spaced 16 inches or 24 inches apart and are 1.5 inches in width. Anything closer together or of a different width may not be a stud, joist, or firebreak.

• Grip the unit near the bottom of the product. Gripping the device anywhere else on the unit may lead to faulty readings due to interference with the sensor.
• Do not touch the drywall surface during the scan doing so may affect your readings.
• Do not allow the stud finder to lose contact with the drywall surface during the scan. If it does, the unit will need to be recalibrated before continuing.
• If the LEDs flash repeatedly during calibration, turn the unit off, move several inches to either side and try the calibration again.

USING THE STUD DETECTOR

See Figures 3 – 4.
NOTE: Readings on some surfaces may be unreliable. Be aware that wall- paper containing metallic foil or fibers and plaster with metal mesh may cause the unit to function improperly. Lath and plaster may also produce inaccurate readings because of varying wall densities.

• Place the unit against the wall and press and hold the ON/OFF button. Hold the product still to allow the unit to calibrate. When the calibration process is completed, the LED lights will illuminate in sequence and then all flash once.
  NOTE: Do not place the unit over a stud during the calibration process.
  NOTE: If the LEDs flash five times before calibration, the batteries are low and needs replacing.

Locating studs or joists:

• Once calibration is complete, continue holding the ON/OFF button and begin to slowly move the unit in a straight line to the left or right against the wall.

• As you near a stud, the graduated display will begin to light up. The moving illuminated LEDs indicate a stud. The LED display is the entire width of a 2×4 stud.

• When you reach the center of the stud, all of the LEDs including the LEDs around the stud center marker will illuminate indicating the unit is on center.

• Keep the unit still. Using one hand, press the stud center marker to leave a small dimple on the wall surface. Keep other hand on the ON/OFF switch. NOTE: LED display may shift when you touch the stud center marker. This is normal and should not affect your reading.

• To continue finding studs, continue holding the on/off button and begin sliding unit along surface.
  NOTE: The unit will turn off when the ON/OFF button is released or flash in error if removed from the drywall surface. Turn the unit on and recalibrate to resume.

• The unit will automatically turn off in 3 minutes even when the ON/OFF button remains pressed. If this occurs while detecting a large area, release the ON/OFF button and repeat the steps of using the stud detector.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry location to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the product.
Do not store the device at temperatures greater than 122º F (such as on a dashboard or vehicle interior).

BATTERY RECYCLING

Consult the Earth 911 website (www.earth911.com) or your local waste au-thority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.

WARNING:
Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble batteries or remove any of their components. All batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not discard large amounts of used batteries together. “Dead” batteries often have residual charge. When grouped together, these batteries can become “live” and pose a risk of possible serious injury.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

1. Batteries

2. Battery compartment

3. Battery cover

4. LED lights

5. On/Off button

6. Keep hands from covering shaded area

7. Wall stud

8. Stud center marker

References

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