NDT James Instruments Aquameter T-M-170 User manual

T-M-170
Aquameter
Operator’s Manual
Original Instructions: Revision August 2011

Notice
The James Instruments Aquameter™ has been tested in
accordance with the EU regulations governing Electro-
Magnetic compliance and it meets required directives.
Aquameter™ is a registered trademark of James
Instruments Inc. and is property of its respective owner.
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manual is subject to change without notice. Every
precaution has been taken in the preparation of this
manual. Nevertheless, James Instruments assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability
assumed for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained in this publication.

Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................... 1
Features .......................................................... 1
Aquameter Overview................................................ 2
Feature List...................................................... 3
Procedure................................................................. 4
Alarm Limits.............................................................. 8
Considerations ......................................................... 9
Battery Replacement.............................................. 10
Appendix 1: Pin Code Table .................................. 10
Appendix 2: Search/Density Code Table............... 13
Maintenance........................................................... 15
Replacing Pin Probes.................................... 15
Safety..................................................................... 16
Specifications......................................................... 16
Warranty Information.............................................. 18
Repair Policy.......................................................... 19
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We: James Instruments Inc.
Of: Chicago, IL
In accordance with the following Directive(s):
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
hereby declare that:
Equipment Aquameter
Model Number T-M-170
is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the
following documents
Ref. No. Title Edition/date
ASTM F 2659 Standard Guide for 2010
Preliminary Evaluation
of Comparative Moisture
Condition of Concrete,
Gypsum Cement and
Other Floor Slabs and
Screeds Using a Non-
Destructive Electronic
Moisture Meter.
ASTM D 4444 Standard Test Method 2008
for Laboratory
Standardization and
Calibration of
Hand-Held Moisture
Meters.

EN 61000-6-3 Electromagnetic 2007
Compatibility (EMC).
Generic standards.
Emission standard for
residential, commercial
and light-industrial
environments.
EN 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic 1999
Compatibility (EMC)
Part 6-2: Generic
Standards—Immunity
for Industrial Environments.
I hereby declare that the equipment named above has
been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the
above referenced specifications. The unit complies with all
applicable Essential Requirements of the Directives.
Signed:
Name: Michael Hoag
Position: President, James Instruments Inc.
Location: Chicago, IL
On: 8/2/2011

Introduction
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Introduction
The James Instruments Aquameter (T-M-170) is a
powerful and versatile instrument which is used for
measuring the dampness in building materials. This
product enables building surveyors and other
practitioners to measure the moisture levels of
building elements such as walls, floors and other
materials simply by switching between two different
modes of operation – Pin and Search/Density.
Features
•Small, lightweight, and easy to carry
•Convenient to use and operate
•Digital display gives a precise moisture
reading
•Alarm values can be set by users
•Automatic power shut off to conserve battery
power

Aquameter Overview
Aquameter Overview
The following is an overview of all of the external
features of the Aquameter.
Figure 1: Aquameter System Overview
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Aquameter Overview
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Feature List
Item # Description
1 Pin Probe
2 Search Probe
3 Symbol for Search Mode
4 Display
5 Jack for RS232C Interface
6 Color Coded LED
7 Up/Hold Key
8 Select Key
9 Jack for External Pin Probe
10 Down/Zero Key
11 Power Key
12 Battery Compartment/Cover (Back Side)

Procedure
Procedure
1) After installing the batteries, press and release
the power key, to turn ‘ON’ the Aquameter.
2) To verify the material code setting, press and
release the Select key. The material code will be
displayed for about 5 seconds. During this time, the
code setting can be changed by using the Up/Hold
or Down/Zero keys; when ‘cdxx’ is on the display.
Here ‘cd’ is the abbreviation for ‘code’, and ‘xx’
refers to the material number. By continuing to press
(or hold) the Up/Hold or Down/Zero key, the material
code will advance to next number once every
second. Adjust this value until the material code is
properly set for the material being tested.
2a) Code Selection for the Pin Mode. The material
code for the Pin-type mode is listed in the Pin Code
table on page 10 - Appendix 1. If the material to be
measured is not listed in the table, select the
standard code ‘cd00’. Do this also if the material
code must be ascertained by the standard oven-
drying method.
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