TRAMEX CME 4 User manual

Concrete Encounter CME 4
for measuring moisture
content … instantly … in
concrete floors and floor
screeds without the need to
drill or damage the surface.
HOW IT WORKS
Co-planer electrodes on the base
of the Concrete Encounter CME4
transmit parallel low frequency
signals calibrated to give average
moisture content by comparing
the change in impedance between
damp and acceptably dry
concrete.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 150mm x 85 mm x 38 mm
6" x 3" x 1.5"
Weight: 298 g (10.5oz)
Construction: ABS Body
Power: 9 volt PP3 Battery
Display: Analogue
Measuring Range:
To over 6% moisture content for Concrete.
0 to 10 comparative for Gypsum floor screed.
0 to 100 Reference scale.
SCREEDS AND CONCRETE FLOORS
MUST BE DRY BEFORE THE FLOOR
COVERING IS INSTALLED
•Regular checking of moisture content during the drying out period of a
new concrete floor or floor screed is important to ensure it has reached
sufficient dryness to accept the floor covering.
•Excess moisture in the concrete could cause latent problems such as
condensation or failure of the adhesive under the floor covering.
•The Concrete Encounter CME4 will give you an instant reading of
moisture content to over 6% for Concrete and 0 to 10 comparative for
Gypsum floor screeds enabling you to make an informed decision on
when to install the floor covering.
•To use, simply switch on and press down the instrument firmly against
the surface. Carry out unlimited non-destructive tests in seconds without
the need to drill or damage the concrete.
DESIGNED FOR THE
FLOORING INDUSTRY
Tramex has been designing, manufacturing and marketing worldwide, non-
destructive moisture meters for more than 30 years. You can, therefore,
purchase with confidence assured, that you are getting the latest, most
practical and useful, moisture measurement instrument available to the
flooring industry. Recommended by many leading manufacturers of floor
covering materials and flooring adhesives.
WARRANTY
The Concrete Encounter CME4 carries a full parts and labour warranty for a
period of one year from the date of first purchase. In addition the purchaser
is entitled to a full refund if the instrument does not give full satisfaction and
is returned in original condition within 30 days of purchase.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ABOVE OR ANY OF THE TRAMEX RANGE OF MOISTURE
MEASUREMENT AND DETECTION INSTRUMENTS PLEASE CALL, FAX, E-MAIL OR WRITE TO:
TRAMEX LIMITED
Station House, Shankill Business Center,
Shankill, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
U.S.A and CANADA - TRAMEX LIMITED
c/o Black Hawk Sales Inc.
28 Pin Oak Drive, Littleton, CO 80127
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.tramexltd.com
Signals are transmitted into the Concrete
Product Data Sheet-CME 1004

Product Design:
The Concrete Encounter CME 4 is
a hand-held electronic moisture
meter operating on the principle
of non-destructive impedance
measurement. Parallel co-planer
electrodes are mounted on the
base which, during operation,
transmit low-frequency signals
into the concrete floor screed to a
depth of approx. 12.5mm (.5 inch).
While concrete under normal
conditions can never be
completely dry, the instrument
has been calibrated on acceptably
dry material. In operation it
compares the change in
impedance caused by the
presence of dampness and
displays this on a clear, easy to
read analog dial.
Operating Procedure:
To carry out moisture tests simply
brush any dust from a smooth
area of concrete and also from
electrodes, switch on the Concrete
Encounter CME4 and place firmly
onto the surface, fully
compressing the spring loaded
signal enhancing contacts on the
base. Read the moisture content
from the clear analog dial.
The CME 4 is calibrated to give
percentage moisture content
readings on a clean, bare dust free
concrete floor slab. Thus, readings
taken on concrete slabs through
paint, coatings, adhesives or other
materials on the surface should be
regarded as qualitative or
comparative and not quantitative.
DON’T TAKE RISKS WITH
EXCESS MOISTURE!!
Moisture test before you
install a floor covering
Excess moisture in concrete
substrate can cause costly
problems for the installer. Avoid
the risk of having these problems
and floor failures by testing for
excess moisture before installing a
floor. Test the fast, easy, clean and
non-destructive way with
CONCRETE
ENCOUNTER CME 4
There’s absolutely no surface
damage and no waiting!
DISTRIBUTOR:
Concrete Encounter CME 4
Features:
•Instant Readings
•Non-destructive in operation
•No need to probe or drill or
mechanically damage the
surface
•Reproducible results
•Battery Operated
•Pocket Sized
•Clear, easy to read
analogue dial
•Strong, robust, electrodes
and body
•Reading Hold function
Power On
Power On LED
BASETOP
Battery
Member
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ABOVE OR ANY OF THE TRAMEX RANGE OF MOISTURE
MEASUREMENT AND DETECTION INSTRUMENTS PLEASE CALL, FAX, E-MAIL OR WRITE TO:
TRAMEX LIMITED
Station House, Shankill Business
Center,
Shankill, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
U.S.A and CANADA - TRAMEX
LIMITED
c/o Black Hawk Sales Inc.
28 Pin Oak Drive, Littleton, CO 80127
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site:
www.tramexltd.com
FLOORING MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED
Co.-planer
Electrodes with
special spring
loaded contacts
to enhance
signal depth
and sensitivity.
Signals are transmitted into the Concrete
Product Data Sheet – CME 1004
Hold - Flashing LED
Hold On/Off