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b) Preparing the instrument and changing the settings
Follow these steps:
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set the upper control knob to DENSITY and then
set the required density using the lower control
knob,
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set the upper control knob to THICKNESS and set
the required thickness with the lower control knob,
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set the upper control knob to SETTINGS CHECK.
The LCD will display the density and thickness
alternately,
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hold the instrument in the air (fig. 1) and set the
upper control knob to MEASURE. The device will
calibrate automatically (the display shows - - -).
The end of calibration is indicated by the number
4.0 (the lower range limit) displayed on the LCD.
The device is ready for measurements.
A table with the density values for the most popular wood
types is on the back of the moisture meter.
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10. Changing the battery
The device is equipped with a power level control
circuit. When the power drops below acceptable level a
sign ”LO BAT” appears on the left side of the LCD. This
indicates that the battery has expired and should be replaced
with a new one.
To replace the battery unscrew the screw on the back of
the instrument and carefully remove the back panel.
Store the device in a dry place.
11. Service
The Wood Moisture Meter WIP-22D has a 12 months
guarantee.
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all repairs during the guarantee period will be done
within 10 days from the date of delivery,
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all other repairs will be done within 14 days from the
date of delivery.
