PANCONTROL PAN Feuchtemesser User manual

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MANUAL
PAN Feuchtemesser

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Manual
PAN Feuchtemesser
Moisture meter for wood and building materials
Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................... 3
2. Scope of delivery............................................................................. 3
3. Safety Instructions........................................................................... 4
4. Symbols Description........................................................................ 5
5. Panel Description ............................................................................ 6
6. Symbols of the Display .................................................................... 7
7. General Specifications..................................................................... 8
8. Operating Instructions .................................................................... 9
9. Maintenance ................................................................................. 10
10. Guarantee and Spare Parts ........................................................... 11

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing PANCONTROL. Since 1986, the PANCONTROL brand
has stood for practical, innovative and professional measuring instruments. We
hope you enjoy using your new product and we are convinced that it will serve
you well for many years to come.
Please read this operating manual carefully before using the device to become
familiar with the proper handling of the device and to prevent faulty operations.
Please follow all the safety instructions. Nonobservance cannot only result in
damages to the device but in the worst case can also be harmful to health.
The PAN Feuchtemesser is an easy-to-use device for measuring the moisture
content of sawn wood (cardboard, paper) and hardened masonry (plaster,
concrete and mortar). The PAN Feuchtemesser shows the moisture content in
the material directly.
2. Scope of delivery
After unpacking please check the package contents for transport damage and
completeness.
-Measurement device
-Operating manual

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3. Safety Instructions
To ensure the safe use of the device, please follow all the safety and operating
instructions given in this manual.
-Before using the device, make sure that it is intact and is functioning properly.
-The device must no longer be used if the housing is damaged, if one or more
functions fail if no function is displayed, or if you suspect that something is
not right.
-If the safety of the user cannot be guaranteed, the device may not be
operated and secured against use.
-If the battery symbol appears in the display, replace the battery immediately.
-Always switch off the appliance before opening the device to exchange the
battery or the fuse.
-Never use the device with the housing, battery or fuse compartment open.
-Never use the device in an explosionprone environment.
-Remove the battery if the device is not used for a long time.
-If changes or modifications are made to the device, the operational safety is
no longer guaranteed and the warranty becomes void.

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4. Symbols Description
Conforms to the relevant European Union directive (EN-61010)
Product is protected by double insulation
This product should not be disposed along with normal domestic
waste at the end of its service life but should be handed over at
a collection point for recycling electrical and electronic devices.
Battery compartment

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5. Panel Description
1
Measuring Tips (interchangeable)
2
switch
3
Display
4
Main switch
5
MODE - button
6
Cap
7
Battery compartment

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6. Symbols of the Display
Operation indicator
%
Material moisture
°C °F
Temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit
Timber
Masonry
Battery low

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7. General Specifications
Display
LCD
Measuring principle
Resistance measurement
Electrodes
Length: 8 mm, interchangeable
Power supply
4 x 1,5 V LR 44 - Button cell (s)
Auto power off
2 Min.
Operating temperatute
0 ºC to 50 ºC / <85% Humidity
Altitude
max. 2.000 m
Storage temperature
0 ºC to 50 ºC / <85% Humidity
(Remove the battery if Humidity
>85%)
Function
Measuring
range
Resolution
Accuracy of the
value displayed in %
Timber
6 - 44%
1%
±2%
Masonry
0,2 - 2,0%
0,1%
±0,2%
Temperature
0 to 50 °C
32 to 122 °F
1 °C
1 °F
±1 °C
±2 °F

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8. Operating Instructions
•Be aware of the Safety Instructions. (Chapter 3)
•Always switch OFF the device when it is not in use.
•Always keep the appliance clean and dry. - Avoid dirt between the
measuring tips.
Temperature
With the function key MODE (5) you switch between °C and °F
(Press and hold 2 Second(s))
Backlight
To switch the backlight on or off, briefly press the main switch (4).
Auto power off
If no further measurements are carried out, the device switches off
automatically after 2 minutes.
By simultaneously pressing the MODE key (5) and the main switch (4), the
automatic shutdown is disabled.
(Press the main switch for two seconds - the unit switches off.)
Moisture measurement
Remove the protective cap and plug it into the underside of the appliance.
The unit will turn on automatically. (When the device is switched on, the last
valid settings are retained.)
When the protective cap is closed, the unit is switched off again.
1. Briefly press the MODE key to switch between the measurement of wood
and masonry.
2. Always measure in wood only transverse, not parallel, to the fiber
structure.
3. Push the measuring tips as deep as possible into the material.
4. Once the reading stabilizes, read the value.
5. Several measurements provide representative data.

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Note:
Properties of the wood due to type and growth, as well as different wood types
and differing timber temperatures may make it necessary to correct the
displayed values.
Measurements for inspections or reference purposes should therefore be
carried out in accordance with the drying and weighing / calcium carbide
method.
https://www.screedscientist.com/screed-testing/calcium-
carbide-moisture-test/
9. Maintenance
Only authorized service technicians may repair the instrument.
If the instrument is malfunctioning, please test Battery condition and polarity.
Changing the battery(s)
Replace the battery(s) when the battery symbol or BATT is displayed on the LCD.
•Open the cap of the battery compartment.
•Replace the battery. Mind the correct polarity.
•Close the battery compartment.
•Disposal of the flat battery should meet environmental standards.
Replacement of measuring tips
When the probes have become blunt, replace them.
(Use a 6 mm fork wrench.)
Cleaning
If the instrument is dirty after daily usage, it is advised to clean it by using a
humid cloth and a mild household detergent. Prior to cleaning, ensure that
instrument is switched off and disconnected from external voltage supply and
any other instruments connected. Never use acid detergents or dissolvent for
cleaning.

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10. Guarantee and Spare Parts
This device is covered by the statutory warranty of 2 years after date of purchase
(according to purchase receipt).
Further information on complaint handling can be found at:
www.pancontrol.at/complaints
In case of spare part requirement or in case of queries or
problems, please get in touch with your vendor or:
Changes as a result of technical development,
as well as errors and printing errors reserved.
Vienna, 2022-05
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