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R9090
Stud, Metal
and Voltage
Detector
Instruction Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................................................................... 3
Features...................................................................................................... 3
Applications................................................................................................ 4
Specications............................................................................................. 4
Instrument Description ............................................................................... 5
Display Description .................................................................................... 5
Operating Instructions.............................................................................6-9
Stud Scan.............................................................................................6-7
Metal Scan .............................................................................................. 7
AC Scan .................................................................................................. 8
Operating Tips ......................................................................................... 9
Conventional Construction.................................................................... 9
Surface Differences............................................................................... 9
Auto Power Off......................................................................................... 10
Battery Replacement................................................................................ 10
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Safety
The following warnings must be followed to avoid injury.
• DO NOT remove the warning labels
• Shieldedwiresorlivewiresinmetalconduits,casings,metalwallsor
thick dense walls will not be detected
• Usecautionwhennailing,cuttingordrillinginwalls,ceilingandoors
that may contain wiring or pipes near the surface
• Whenworkingnearacelectricalwires,alwaysturnoffthewires’power
• Dependingontheproximityofelectricalwiringorpipestothewall
surface,theunitmaydetecttheminthesamemannerasstuds.
Cautionshouldalwaysbeusedwhennailing,sawing,ordrillinginto
walls,oors,andceilingsthatmaycontaintheseitems
Caution
• Shieldedornon-poweredwiringwillnotbedetectedaslivewires
• Alwaysrememberthatstudsorjoistsarenormallyspaced16
inches or 24 inches apart and are 1-1/2 inches in width
• WhenworkingnearACelectricalwires,alwaysturnoffthepower
Note: The unit is designed to detect 110 volts for AC in live electrical wires
Features
• 3-in-1stud,metalandACvoltagedetector
• Ergonomically designed for comfort and grip
• Bargraph allows for quick and accurate detection
• Easy operation
• Auto power off
• Includesbattery
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Applications
• Hanghouseholditems(mirrors,picturesandshelves)
• Tracehotwiresbehindbuildingmaterials
• Locatemetallicpipesinconcrete
Specifications
Detection Depth
Stud: Upto0.98"(25mm)
Metal: Upto2.56"(65mm)
Voltage: Upto1.96"(50mm)
General Specifications
Display: LCDDisplaywithbargraph
AutoPowerOff: Yes(after20seconds)
LowBatteryIndicator: Yes
Power Supply: 9V Battery
Product Certications: CE
OperatingTemperature: 19.4to104°F(-7to40°C)
StorageTemperature: 4to122°F(-20to50°C)
Dimensions: 6.3x3.2x1.3"(159x82x32mm)
Weight: 7.2oz(203g)
OptionalAccessories: SoftCarryingCase(CA-05A)
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Instrument Description
Display Description
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Operating Instructions
Stud Scan
• SelectSTUD SCAN mode and place the instrument against the wall.
Press and hold TEST button until the unit gives two short beeps. Slowly
move the unit sideways across the wall while pressing and holding the
TEST button.
• Whenthecenterbarappears,stopmoving.Itmeansthisunithas
detected an edge of a stud. Mark this spot at the groove.
• Continuemovingsidewaysacrossthewalluntilthecenterbarturns
off,andthen,stillholdingthebutton,reversedirectionandlocateother
edge by using the same procedure. The midpoint between the two
marks is the center of the stud.
Error correction:IftheLCDstartsblinkingandbeeping,moveoverafew
inches and start again.
Notes
• Thestuddetectioncanbecarriedoutnormallyonwall-paperedwalls.
However,itmaynotfunctiononsometypesoffoilbackedormetallic
fabric surfaces.
• Ifbychancetheunitisplacedoverawallbattenorstudtostart,the
center bar will not appear when an edge of batten or wall stud is under
the unit.
• Thesurfaceofthewallalongwhichyouwanttodetectshouldbeat.
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• Werecommendcarryingoutmetal/voltagedetectiontomakesurethe
detected batten or wood stud is not a piece of pipe or cable. Please
note that some small securing screws or nails may be detected.
• Toavoiddisturbance,keepyourotherhandawayfromtheunitwheninuse.
Metal Scan
• SelectMETAL SCANmode.Whileholdingthisunitawayfromany
metalobjects,holdtheTEST button until the unit gives two short
beeps. Place it on the wall and slowly move it across the surface.
• Whenthecenterbarappears,stopmoving.Itmeansthisunitdetects
an edge of a metal object. Mark this spot at the groove.
• Continuemovinginthesamedirectionuntilthecenterbarturnsoff,
andthen,stillholdingthebutton,reversedirectionandlocatetheother
edge. Mark this spot. The midpoint between the two marks is the center
of the metal object.
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AC Scan
Formaximumsensitivity,beginbyplacingthisunitataknownposition
away from hot wiring.
• SelectAC SCANmode.Whileholdingthisunitawayfromanymetal
objects,holdtheTEST button until the unit gives two short beeps. Place
it on the wall and slowly move it across the surface.
• Whenthecenterbarappears,stopmoving.Itmeansthisunitdetects
an edge of a metal object. Mark this spot at the groove.
• Continuemovinginthesamedirectionuntilthecenterbarturnsoff,
andthen,stillholdingthebutton,reversedirectionandlocatetheother
edge. Mark this spot. The midpoint between the two marks is the center
of the metal object.
Notes
• Wiresdeeperthanthedetectionlimitfromsurface,inconduit,orbehind
plywoodshearwallwillnotbedetected.Usecautionunder
these circumstances.
• Rubbingorbangingtheunitonthewallmaygeneratestaticelectricity
and cause a false indication.
• Leakage Currents:Becauseoftheextremelysmallcurrentrequired
tocauseasignal,anapparentfalseindicationmayappearinsome
situation,i.e.aconductorwithpoorinsulationtouchingadampwall.In
thissituation,theunitisindicatingapotentialhazardwhichshouldbe
checked with a voltmeter.
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Operating Tips
Conventional Construction
Doors and windows are commonly constructed with additional studs and
headers for added stability. This unit detects the edge of these double
studs and solid headers and emits and holds an audio signal as it crosses
over them.
Surface Differences
Wallpaper: there will be no difference in the function of the stud sensor
on surfaces covered with wallpaper or fabric unless the coverings contain
metallic foil or bers.
Plaster and Lath:unlesstheplasterandlathisexceptionallythickorhas
metalmeshinit,therewillbenoproblemwiththeunitfunctioningproperly.
Ceiling or Textured Surfaces: when dealing with a rough surface such as
asprayedceiling,placeapieceofcardboardundertheunitwhenscanning
the surface. Run through the calibration technique described earlier with
thepieceofcardboardbetweenthestudsensorandthesurface.Also,itis
particularly important in this application to remember to keep your free hand
away from the unit.
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Auto Power Off
Ifyoudonotusethedetectorforabout20seconds,itwillpoweroff
automatically.Toturnitonagain,presstheTEST button for about 2 seconds.
Note: Detection depth and edge detection may vary due to moisture
contentofmaterials,walltexture,paint,etc.
Battery Replacement
Whenthe“ ”symbolappears,itmeansthatthebatteryislowand
should be replaced.
Removethebatterydoor,connecta9Vbatterytocableandplaceinside.
Replace battery door.
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