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4.3
Measuring with the FMW
Make the FMW ready for use as described in Chapter 5.2.
Position the sensor surface of the meter on the
material.
The display will now show (example)
In the case of the PH1 setting, press the <MENU> key to proceed to the next
measurement.
The FMW will switch off automatically after 10 minutes to save the battery.
Press the meter gently against the material. Not pressing at all or pressing
strongly can result in different moisture content readings.
Do not put your hand behind the material.
Do not put the material on a metal surface.
The FMW will give a higher than true reading of the moisture content if
measuring is done on a gnarl. Measuring on cracks in the wood leads to
lower moisture percentage readings. Measurements should be taken
elsewhere.
Normally, the FMW will give a slightly lower reading if the surface of the
material is coarse.
When measuring materials with fluctuating specific weights, always keep to
the average specific weight.
