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Detecting Moisture in Insulation:
Use the
BD-10
with the
#21-E Electrode
and
#608 insulated pins
to detect moisture in insulation. These pins are insulated,
except at the tips. Only the uninsulated tips make contact with the material, providing information as to the depth at which moisture
is present.
Procedure:
Drill two 4.8mm (
3
∕
16
”) diameter holes,
one inch apart through the siding.
Using the #21-E,
insert the #608 contact pins into the holes so that you make contact with the insulation.
Press the read button
and read the reference scale
. Take readings at various depths of penetration to
determine the location of moisture.
Fill holes with putty
at the conclusion of the test.
Meters are not calibrated to read the percentage of moisture content in the insulation. Instead, meter readings provide a qualitative
indication of the presence of moisture. The meter may also help identify the pattern of distribution to help you determine if moisture
is due to condensation or leakage.
The presence of moisture in insulating material greatly reduces its insulating properties. If the insulating material absorbs moisture,
water will displace the air in the material.
Water also transmits heat at a faster rate than air, thus reducing the efficiency of the insulation.
Side walls and roof insulation pick up moisture because of leaks in the roof or structural defects in the side walls which allow storm
water to be forced in during high wind.
During periods of cold weather, vapor will condense as it approaches the colder area near the outside walls, and resulting moisture
will remain trapped in the insulation.
Cork, wood fiber boards, and other cellulose material read lower than glass wool and other inorganic types of insulation.
CARE OF YOUR METER
To keep your meter in good working order:
Store your meter in a clean, dry place. The protective carrying case provided is an ideal storage place when the meter is
not in use.
Change the 9-Volt battery as needed. Continued use with a low battery may cause the meter to go out of calibration.
Change contact pins
as needed. Keep pin retainers hand tightened.
Clean the meter and contact pins with any biodegradable cleaner. Use the cleaner sparingly and on external parts only.
Keep cleaner out of the external connector
.
Remove the battery if the meter will not be used for one month or longer.
SERVICE FOR YOUR METER
Pack your meter securely. Enclose a purchase order or letter with a brief description of the problem.
There is no need to call us for a return authorization number if you are within the EU. Customers outside the EU must contact
us for more specific instructions prior to returning a meter.
Include your name, address, daytime phone and fax numbers or e-mail address. If you believe the meter is under warranty,
please provide the original sales slip or invoice.
Ship via UPS, Express Mail, Priority Mail or any overnight courier who provides prompt service. Do not use standard parcel
post.
Insure your instrument for its full value and ship prepaid. We are not responsible for damage in transit.
We do not accept COD shipments or cover any incoming freight or duty charges on returned merchandise
Turnaround time on repairs is approximately two weeks.
We will call you with an estimate if you specifically request one, or if we determine that the meter may be too costly to rep air.
Non-warranty repairs will be returned via UPS/COD unless you have already established other payment terms. There is no
COD service outside the EU.
Payments have to be made by Bank transfer prior to the return shipment. A proforma invoice will be raised in advance.
Warranty repairs will be returned at no charge if shipped within the EU via GLS Ground Service. Freight ch arges for expedited
services (i.e., Federal Express, UPS/2 Day, UPS/1 Day, etc.) are the customer’s responsibility and will be charged as per the
above terms.
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