5. Before use
5.1 Inserting the batteries
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CAUTION
Do not use damaged batteries.
CAUTION
Always replace the complete set of batteries.
CAUTION
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix
batteries of different makes or types.
1.
Release the catch on the underside of the tool
and open the battery compartment cover.
2.
Insert the batteries in the tool. Close the cover
and check that it engages in the closed position.
NOTE
Take care to observe correct polarity (see
symbols in battery compartment).
The battery status indicator in the display on the
tool shows the charge status of the batteries.
3.
Check to ensure that the battery compartment
cover is closed correctly.
5.2 Switching the tool on / off
1.
Switch the tool on by pressing the on/off button.
The status LED lights green and the display
shows the start-up screen.
2.
When the tool is already switched on, press the
on/off button: The tool switches off.
NOTE
If the warning “Change batteries” is shown
in the display the settings will be saved and the
tool then switches itself off automatically.
NOTE
If no scan is made or no button is pressed,
the tool will switch itself off automatically after 5
minutes. The switch-off time can be set in menu
mode (see section 5.5.4 “Switch-off time”).
5.3 Changing the scanning mode
The “Left” and “Right” buttons can be used to scroll
through the various scanning modes. By changing the
scanning mode the tool can be adjusted to achieve
optimum results on various materials and, where
necessary, detection of undesired objects can be
suppressed (e.g. cavities in bricks). The currently
active setting is shown in the lower area of the
display.
5.3.1 Universal mode (default setting)
The scanning mode for most applications in solid
masonry or concrete is “Universal mode”. In this
mode, metal or plastic objects and electric cables are
detected. Cavities in brick or empty plastic pipes with
a diameter of less than 2 cm (0.8 in) will probably not
be detected. The maximum detection depth is 8 cm
(3.2 in).
5.3.2 Concrete
The “Concrete” scanning mode is particularly suitable
for use on concrete. In this mode, steel reinforcing
bars, plastic or metal pipes and electric cables are
detected. The maximum detection depth is 12 cm
(4.7 in).
“Universal mode” should be selected in order to avoid
scanning errors when the tool is used on thin concrete
walls.
5.3.3 Floor heating
The “Floor heating” scanning mode is particularly
suitable for detecting metal, metal composite and
water-filled plastic pipes or electric cables under a
layer of screed. The maximum detection depth is
8 cm (3.2 in).
NOTE
Empty plastic pipes will not be found.
5.3.4 Drywall
The “Drywall” scanning mode can be used to find
wood beams, metal framing parts, pipes containing
water and electric cables in drywall partitions. The
maximum detection depth is 8 cm (3.2 in).
NOTE
Empty plastic pipes will not be found.
5.3.5 Hollow brick
“Hollow brick” mode is suitable for use on masonry
containing a large number of cavities. In this mode,
metal objects, water-filled plastic pipes and live elec-
tric cables will be detected. The maximum detection
depth is 8 cm (3.2 in).
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