background image

StudSensor

 e30

Stud Finder

The Zircon StudSensor

 e30 stud finder finds the edges of 

wood and metal studs up to ¾ in. (19 mm) deep in walls. It 

features a sleek, high-impact case, with a patented pinch grip 

design, and a new SpotLite

®

 Pointer.

WireWarning

®

 detection automatically detects and alerts the 

user of live AC wires. When AC voltage is detected, the AC 

WireWarning

®

 icon will illuminate.

Note: This product is intended for use in 

the U.S.A. and Canada only.

1. INSTALLING THE BATTERY

Do not attempt to unscrew 

the back of the tool.

Push in the battery door tab at the bottom 

of the tool and open the door.
Insert a new 9 V battery, matching the 

positive (+) and negative (-) terminals to 

the icons printed on the back. Snap the 

battery into place and replace the door.

2. IMPORTANT OPERATING TIPS— 
  PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

• 

Tool Position:

 For proper use, always place scanner flat 

against the surface before turning on power.

• 

Power:

 Press and hold the Power button continuously while 

in use.

• 

Operation:

 Move the unit slowly, while keeping it flat 

against the wall. Do not rock, tilt, or lift it.

3. FINDING A STUD

Always scan for studs with the scanner placed flat against the 

wall. Place the tool flat against the wall, then press and hold 

the Power button. Do not move the unit until calibration is 

complete. When calibration is complete, the green READY light 

will illuminate. 

Continue to hold the Power 

button, then slowly slide 

unit horizontally across the 

wall, left or right. As you 

begin to approach a stud, 

the Arrow segments will 

begin to turn on.

Probable Causes

Solutions

Situation

• Move several inches (12–13 cm) to the left or right and start again.
• 9-Volt battery must be installed prior to operation.

• Turn scanner off, move over a few inches (5–6 cm), press 

Power button, and start again.

• On rough surfaces, place thin cardboard on wall, scanning 

through it to help slide scanner more smoothly.

• Check for other studs equally spaced to either side 

(12, 16, or 24 in. [305, 406, or 610 mm] apart) or the same stud 

at several places directly above or below the first scan area.

• Use CAUTION when nailing, sawing, or drilling into walls, floors, 

and ceilings where these items may exist.

No indications.

Lights start blinking 

and unit beeps 

repeatedly.

Detects other objects 

besides studs.
Finds more targets 

than there should be.

• No studs in that area.
• No battery in the unit.

• Tool was calibrated over a 

stud or on dense part of wall.

• Tool tilted or lifted during 

scan.

• Electrical wiring and metal 

or plastic pipes may be 

near or touching back 

surface of wall.

When the top red EDGE light is 

lit, the SpotLite

®

 pointer shines, 

and a steady tone sounds, you 

have located the edge of the 

stud. Mark this spot.

Without releasing the Power 

button, continue scanning 

beyond the marked spot until 

the red EDGE light turns off. 

Slide unit in reverse direction to 

locate other edge of stud.

Mark this second spot. Middle 

of stud is centered between the 

two marks.

SpotLite

®

 Pointer

Stud Edge Groove

Red EDGE Light

Arrow 

Segments

Green READY Light

WireWarning

®

 

Detection Indicator

Battery Door Tab

Power Button

Visit www.zircon.com/support for the most current instructions.

StudSensor, SpotLite, WireWarning, and Zircon are trademarks or registered 

trademarks of Zircon Corporation.

The StudSensor

 

e

30 cannot scan for wood studs and joists through ceramic tile or carpeting and pad.

Note: Sensing depth and accuracy can vary due to moisture, content of materials, wall texture, and paint.

LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY

Zircon Corporation, (“Zircon”) warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and 

workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Any in-warranty defective product returned 

to Zircon*, freight prepaid with proof of purchase date and $5.00 to cover postage and handling, 

will be repaired or replaced at Zircon’s option. This warranty is limited to the electronic circuitry 

and original case of the product and specifically excludes damage caused by abuse, unreasonable 

use or neglect. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and no other 

representations or claims of any nature shall bind or obligate Zircon. Any implied warranties 

applicable to this product are limited to the one year period following its purchase. IN NO 

EVENT WILL ZIRCON BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 

RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
In accordance with government regulations, you are advised that: (i) some states do not allow 

limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of incidental 

or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you, and 

further. (ii) this warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which 

vary from state to state. 

Return product freight prepaid with proof of purchase date 

(dated sales receipt) and $5.00 to cover postage and handling, to:
Zircon Corporation 

*Attn: Returns Department 

1580 Dell Avenue 

Campbell, CA  95008-6992 USA
Be sure to include your name and return address. Out of 

warranty service and repair, where proof of purchase is not 

provided, shall be returned with repairs charged C.O.D. 

Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. 
Customer Service: 1-800-245-9265 or 1-408-963-4550 

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST
www.zircon.com 

E-mail: [email protected]
©2011 Zircon Corporation • P/N 63582 Rev B 07/11

7. HELPFUL HINTS 

(See also number 2, IMPORTANT OPERATING TIPS)

FCC Part 15 Class B Registration Warning

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operations subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful 

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

4. WIREWARNING

®

 DETECTION 

WireWarning

®

 detection works continuously. When live AC 

voltage is detected, the WireWarning

®

 detection indicator will 

illuminate. If scanning begins over a live AC wire, the WireWarning

®

 

detection indicator will flash continuously. Use extreme caution 

in these circumstances or whenever live AC is present.

Electrical field locators may not 

detect live 

AC wires if moisture is present 

in the wall, or if wires are 

more than 2 in. (51 mm) from 

the scanned surface, in plastic 

conduit or behind a plywood 

shear wall or metallic wall covering. Do not rely 

exclusively on the detector to locate items behind 

the scanned surface. Use other information sources to 

help locate items before penetrating the surface. Such 

additional sources include construction plans, visible 

points of entry of pipes and wiring into walls, such as in 

a basement, and in standard 16 in. (406 mm) and 24 in. 

(610 mm) stud spacing practices.

DO NOT ASSUME THERE ARE NO LIVE 

ELECTRICAL WIRES IN THE WALL. DO 

NOT TAKE ACTIONS THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF THE 

WALL CONTAINS A LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRE. ALWAYS TURN 

OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER, GAS, AND WATER SUPPLIES 

BEFORE PENETRATING A SURFACE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW 

THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, 

FIRE, AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

5. OPERATING CAUTIONS

Depending on the proximity of electrical wiring or pipes to the 

wall surface, the StudSensor

 e30 may detect them in the same 

manner as studs. Caution should always be used when nailing, 

sawing, or drilling into walls, floors, and ceilings that may 

contain these items.
To avoid surprises, remember that studs or joists are normally 

spaced 16 in. (406 mm) or 24 in. (610 mm) apart and are  

1 ½ in. (38 mm) in width. 

Anything closer together or a 

different width may not be a stud, joist, or firebreak.

 

Always turn off the power when working near 

electrical wires.

6. SCANNING DIFFERENT SURFACES

Freshly painted walls: 

May take one week or longer to dry 

after application. 

Wallpaper:

 The StudSensor

 e30 functions normally on walls 

covered with wallpaper or fabric, unless the materials are 

metallic foil, contain metallic fibers, or are still wet after application.

Lath & plaster:

 Due to irregularities in plaster thickness, this 

tool is not recommended for use on lath & plaster.

WARNING

WARNING

Отзывы:

Похожие инструкции для StudSensor e30