User Guide Dual Moisture Meter Pro
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1. to activate the Data Hold function The reading will freezee and the key display icon will appear Press the HOLD key again to exit the Data Hold function the key display icon will switch off Meter Setup To enter the setup mode With the meter switched OFF press and hold both front panel buttons MODE and HOLD buttons simultaneously for two seconds The display should now read 0 x where 0 is the OPTION and x is the SETTING Use the MODE right arrow button to change the SETTING Use the HOLD button to scroll through the OPTIONS e The available OPTIONS and SETTINGS OPTIONS SETTINGS SET UP INFORMATION 0 0 Switches all settings to 0 Factory Default 1 Others settings can now be changed In addition Backlight switches ON for 30 seconds and then automatically switches OFF Audible alert beeps with increasing frequency from a nominal 17 0 REL or 17 WME measurement value upwards Audible alert divided into 3 frequency levels Audible alert beeps when user switches from one mode to another Beeper OFF Audio alert display symbol switches OFF Auto Switch OFF is not active User must manually switch the unit OFF Auto Switch OFF active Switches OFF after 3 minutes Auto Switch OFF active Switches OFF after 5 minutes Auto Switch OFF active Switches OFF after 10 minutes 2 3 0 Backlight OFF 1 B2. A FON Electrode pins protective cap pins underneath LCD display Tri color Bargraph HOLD POWER key Protective cap attachment Protective cap holders MODE button Remote probe connector plug Remote Probe Measurement pins Battery Spare Pin compartment located on the rear of the instrument Electrode pins located beneath the protective cap Calibration source located at the top of protective cap A tripod mount is located on the rear of the remote probe head LCD Display Description 2 3 4 5 1 oP aN Measurement reading Battery status t REL rO Audible alert icon Measurement mode 1 Display HOLD icon w Bargraph Display Description The bargraph indicates WET DRY measurements using three LED colors Green for dry Amber for moderate moisture and Red for very moist As the reading moves up the bargraph scale from the DRY indicator to the WET indicator the LED color changes from green to amber and then to red D R Y 3 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 Operation Electrode Pins CAUTION The electrode measurement pins are extremely sharp Use care when handling this instrument Cover the pins with the protective cap when the instrument is not in use The electrode pins are replaceable To insert or replace the pins refer to the illustration and instructions below Replacement pins are stored in the battery compartment at the rear of the meter a b c d Remove the protective ca
3. E pins 11mm 0 44 Integrated replaceable 9V alkaline battery Battery symbol displayed on LCD Impact proof plastic 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F 80 Relative Humidity maximum 203 x 58 x 43mm 8 x 2 3 x 1 7 not including remote probe 204g 7 2 oz not including remote probe Copyright 2010 Extech Instruments Corporation a FLIR company All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form 8 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10
4. User Guide EXTECH INSTRUMENTS A FLIR COMPANY Dual Moisture Meter Pro Pin Pinless Moisture Meter with remote probe Model MO265 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech MO265 Moisture Meter The MO265 detects moisture in wood and other materials such as particle board carpeting and ceiling bathroom tiles using the non invasive method pinless the MO265 also measures moisture in sheet rock and other building materials using the pin method The remote probe can also be used to make pin measurements This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service Features e WME wood moisture equivalent pin moisture reading e Relative REL pinless moisture reading for non invasive measurement e Remote probe measurements e Digital LCD readout with backlighting feature and tri color LED bargraph e Quickly indicates the moisture content of materials e Pinless measurement depth to 0 75 22mm below the surface e Electro magnetic sensing technology for pinless operation e Built in calibration check and calibration zero e Replaceable measurement electrode pins e Low battery indication e Cap protects pins during storage e Cap can be snapped onto the side of the housing during use e Complete with 9V battery replacement pins protective cap and pouch case 2 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 Description Meter Description f Notes SOP OND
5. acklight ON FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 7 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 attery Replacement If the instrument does not switch ON or displays the low battery symbol replace the battery as follows 1 Slide off the rear battery compartment cover 2 Replace the 9V battery 3 Secure the battery compartment 4 You as the end user are legally bound EU Battery ordinance to return all used batteries disposal in the household garbage is prohibited You can hand over your used batteries accumulators at collection points in your community or wherever batteries accumulators are sold Disposal Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle Maintenance e Always keep the instrument dry e To clean wipe the meter with a damp cloth Use a mild detergent if necessary but never use abrasives or solvents Prevent dirt from accumulating at the electrode pins Specifications Display Resolution Accuracy Measurement principle Range Electrode pin length Electrode pin type Power supply Low Battery Indication Meter housing Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Dimensions Weight Backlit LCD digital display and tri color LED bargraph scale 0 1 Pin mode 5 rdg 5 digits Pinless mode is a relative reading only Electrical resistance pins Electromagnetic sensor pinless 0 0 to 99 9 Relative pinless 6 0 to 94 8 WM
6. he Relative REL mode of operation The pinless moisture detector is located at the rear of the instrument just behind the display Place the meter so that the sensor is touching the surface of the material under test Take several readings in several locations on the material for the best representation of the amount of moisture present Read the measurement values on the LCD digital display and the LED bar graph Remote Probe Pin Measurements IMPORTANT NOTE The Remote Probe cannot be used at the same time as the meter probe Please use one probe or the other but not both at the same time 1 Connect the Remote Probe to the right side of the meter using the RJ 11 plug at the end of the Remote Probe cable Remove the protective cap from the remote probe to expose the electrode pins The cap snaps off easily if it is pushed long wise to the side Press the key to turn the meter ON OFF Press the MODE key to select the Wood Moisture Equivalent WME mode of operation Carefully push the electrode pins a minimum of 0 07 2mm into the material under test Note that the pins should be inserted into wood perpendicular to the wood s fiber structure For high moisture readings it may take several minutes for the meter reading to stabilize Take several readings in several locations on the material for the best representation of the amount of moisture present Read the measurement values on the LCD digita
7. l display and the LED bar graph Replace the protective cap and disconnect the remote probe when finished 5 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 Calibration Zero for Pinless Mode 1 Switch the meter to the Pinless mode of operation REL mode 2 Ensure that the meter is not near any objects or surfaces Hold the meter near the bottom to avoid contact with the pinless sensor 3 Press and Hold the MODE button for 3 seconds until rEL appears in the display Release the MODE button and the display will blink for several seconds and then switch back to the normal display mode 4 The display should now read zero indicating that the calibration is complete 5 If an E32 error is displayed try the zero calibration again with the pins further away from any objects or surfaces Calibration Check for Pin Mode 1 Switch the meter to the Pin mode WME 2 The two calibration check points are located in the holes at the top of the protective cap 3 Insert the electrode pins into the two holes at the top of the protective cap to make contact with the test circuit 4 The display should read between 17 5 to 18 5 WME indicating that the calibration is verified 6 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 LCD Backlight ON OFF With the meter switched ON pressing and holding both front panel buttons MODE and HOLD switches the LCD backlight ON and OFF Data Hold feature The Data Hold function freezes the reading in the display Press the HOLD key momentarily
8. p at the top of the meter by pushing it toward the back of the meter To remove the pins loosen the locknut at the base of the electrode pins Install the new pins and tighten the locknuts Replace the protective cap 2 4 4 3 a F Electrode pins Locking nuts Threaded posts Electrode jacks at top of meter B IN Pin Measurements 1 Remove the protective cap to expose the electrode pins The cap snaps off easily if it is pushed towards the rear of the meter The cap can be affixed to the side of the meter using the protective cap holders 6 Press the key to turn the meter ON OFF Press the MODE key to select the Wood Moisture Equivalent WME mode of operation Carefully push the electrode pins a minimum of 0 07 2mm into the material under test Note that the pins should be inserted into wood perpendicular to the wood s fiber structure For high moisture readings it may take several minutes for the meter reading to stabilize Take several readings in several locations on the material for the best representation of the amount of moisture present Read the measurement values on the LCD digital display and the LED bar graph Replace the protective cap when finished 4 MO265 EU EN V1 0 10 10 Pinless Measurements Ensure that the protective cap is attached to the meter covering the pins Press the key to turn the meter ON Pinless Sensor Press the MODE key to select t
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