Vaughan 050013 User manual

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Model #050013
Component #692543
ELECTRONIC WALL SENSOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTENDED USE .............................................................. 1
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ...................................................... 1-2
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS ......................... 1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................................... 2
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR WALL SENSORS ................................... 2
SERVICE .............................................................. 2
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION .................................................... 3-4
LCD INDICATIONS AND ICONS ............................................ 3
BUTTON FUNCTIONS.................................................... 3
INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................. 4
BATTERY SYMBOL STATUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... 4
BATTERY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT ......................................... 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................... 5-8
DEPTH DETECTION TABLE................................................ 5
DETECTING METALS & CALIBRATION ...................................... 6
DETECTING METALS & DEPTH DETECTION .................................. 6
DETECTING WOOD & CALIBRATION ........................................ 7
DETECTING LIVE WIRES & CALIBRATION.................................... 7-8
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING ................................................... 9
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................. 9
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................... 10
FCC INFORMATION ........................................................... 10
INTENDED USE
This tool is intended for consumer use only. Indoor/outdoor use in dry locations. The tool is intended for the detection of
wood (studs /joists), metals (ferrous and non-ferrous), and live wires/conductors in walls, ceilings and floors.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all
instructions in this manual may result in severe personal injury or death. Keep this manual and refer to it for
safety instructions and operating procedures.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known by the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR WALL SENSORS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
DO NOT TAKE ANY ACTION THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF THE WALL CONTAINS A LIVE
ELECTRICAL WIRE, GAS OR WATER PIPE. Once object is detected, always turn off the
electrical power, gas and water supplies before drilling hole or driving nail/screw into the
wall. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Do not rely exclusively on the detector to locate items behind the scanned surface. Use other
information sources to help locate items before penetrating the surface. Such additional sources include
construction plans, visible points of entry of pipes and wiring into walls, such as in a basement, and in
standard 16 in. (406 mm) or 24 in. (610 mm) stud spacing practices.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
Do not disassemble. Have your product serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with
this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the housing. These carry important information.
SERVICE
When servicing the product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
LCD INDICATIONS AND ICONS
1. Magnetic/non-magnetic Metal
2. Detection Modes (Wood/Live Wire/Metal)
3. Battery Status
4. Metal Detecting Depth
5. Detected Object Centerline (Cross-hair)
6. Signal Detection Strength (%)
7. Signal Detection Strength (Bar)
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
Red Button (Top): Press once to turn On and press again to turn Off sensor.
Black Button (Left): Press to set sensor for “Wood”(stud/joist) detection mode.
Black Button (Right): Press once to set sensor for “Metal” and press again for
“Live wire” detection mode.
Top
Left Right
9V Battery
Sensor Area
Bottom View Top View
Surface Protecting
Felt Pad
Battery Housing
Cover
Cover Release Tab
Red / Yellow /
Green Detection
LED’s
2 in. LCD Display
ON/OFF Button
Metal / Live Wire
Detection Button
Buzzer (Inside)
NOTE: Protective Pouch Not Shown
Wood Detection
Button

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INDICATIONS
*Large size wires in excess of 6 AWG can be detected as Ferrous/Non-Ferrous metal under ideal conditions.
BATTERY SYMBOL STATUS
“Battery Full”
“Battery 2/3 Full”
“Battery Low”: Batteries MAY be replaced.
“Battery Empty”: Batteries MUST be replaced.
BATTERY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.
To install or replace the batteries:
1. In the bottom of the sensor, gently push the release
tab on battery housing cover forward and remove the
cover.
2. Remove old battery and insert a new 9V battery over
battery extraction ribbon and according to the battery
direction markings inside the battery housing.
3. Reinstall battery housing cover.
4. Properly dispose of old battery in accordance with local
regulations.
Note: Remove battery when storing for
an extended time (more than 3 months) to
avoid damage to the tool should the battery
deteriorate.
Mode
Sensing Indications
LED’s
Red - Strong
Yellow - Average
Green - Weak
Internal
Buzzer
Sound
Cross-
Hair
Signal
Strength
(%)
Signal
Strength
(Bar)
Depth
(cm)
Ferrous/
Non-Ferrous
Wood On Constant Yes 0 -100 Min-Max No No
Metal On Constant Yes 0 -100 Min-Max Yes Yes
Live
Wire Blinking Repeating Yes 0 -100 Min-Max No No*
Cover
Release
Tab
Positive (+)
Negative (-)
Battery Extraction Ribbon

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ “SAFETY WARNINGS FOR WALL SENSORS” BEFORE USE.
Live wires may not be detected if wires are shielded or in conduits or behind thick walls or are more than 2 in.
(51 mm) away from the scanned surface, or in concrete, behind a plywood shear wall or metallic wall covering,
or if moisture is present in the environment or on scanned surface or on the sensor.
Prior to operating this tool, make sure the area marked “SENSOR” in the bottom of the housing is dry. If
required, wipe dry using a dry and clean cloth.
Environmental influences, such as humidity or closeness to electrical devices, can influence the measurement
accuracy. Surface quality and condition of the walls (e.g., moisture, metallic building materials, conductive
wallpaper, insulation materials and tiles) as well as the amount, type, size and position of the objects can lead
to inaccurate measurements.
If the tool has been subjected to an extreme temperature change, allow the sensor to adjust to the ambient
temperature before use.
Studs or joists are normally spaced 16 in. (406 mm) or 24 in. (610 mm) apart and are 1 ½ in. (38 mm) in width.
Anything closer together or different in width may not be a stud, joist or firebreak.
Depending on the proximity of electrical wiring or pipes to the wall surface, the sensor may detect them as
wooden stud.
Due to uneven density of tile work on cement board (used in kitchens, bath/wash rooms) wall sensor may
generate false indications.
Do not expose product to rain or wet conditions or long term exposure to the sun.
Do not use in harsh environment. Use only in temperature range 14° F - 104° F (-10 C° - + 40 C°).
To increase battery life, turn off the sensor after each use.
DEPTH DETECTION TABLE
Object Depth Detection Detection Accuracy
Rebar/Copper Tube
20 mm Diam. 80 mm / 60 mm
±10 mm (Variance
in accuracy may be
higher depending on the
condition, material and
thickness of the surface
and the shape and size of
the scanned object)
16 mm Diam. 70 mm / 60 mm
12 mm Diam. 60 mm / 50 mm
6 mm Diam. 50 mm / 50 mm
Live Wire and Cable 50 mm
Wood (Stud/Joist) 20 mm

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DETECTING METALS & CALIBRATION
NOTE: The default detection mode of the sensor at the startup is “Metal” indicated by I beam icon ( ) on LCD
display. Calibrate the sensor before use.
1. Press the On/Off (red) button to turn on the sensor. The green LED indicator turns on and followed by a short
beeping sound from the internal buzzer.
2. To calibrate, hold the sensor in the air and away from metal objects (including personal jewelry such as wrist
watch or rings) or strong magnetic field. DO NOT touch the bottom of the sensor during calibration.
3. Press and hold the metal/live wire (right black) button for a few seconds until the green LED turns off and then
turns back on and followed by a beeping sound.
4. Calibration has been completed. Release the button.
5. Place the sensor onto the surface to be scanned and
move the sensor side to side. As the sensor approaches/
moves away from the metal object under the surface, the
signal detection strength bar and % value indicators on
LCD display increase/decrease. To locate the object more
precisely, slowly move the sensor three times (3x) side to
side over the object. When object is located directly below
the center of the sensor, indications will be at their max
readings accompanied by cross-hair icon ( ), constant
beeping sound of the internal buzzer and illumination of red
LED indicator. Mark the location with a pencil.
NOTE: Magnetic/non-magnetic (Ferrous/non-ferrous) icon
on LCD display indicates the type of metal object under the
surface. Magnetic metals include iron and steel identified by ( ) icon. Non-magnetic metals include aluminum,
copper, brass, lead, etc. identified by ( ) icon.
DETECTING METALS & DEPTH DETECTION
NOTE: Use the depth value only as a general reference.
When scanning for metal objects, depth indicator dis-
plays the distance (in cm) between the bottom of the
sensor and the top of the object. The accuracy of the
displayed distance depends on the shape and position
of metal objects. The accuracy is at the optimum level
when the object is a standard 20 mm diameter rebar
and is in parallel relative to the sensor.
Metal Object
Surface
Surface
Surface Thickness
Depth Metal Object

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DETECTING WOOD & CALIBRATION
NOTE: The default detection mode of the sensor at startup is “Metal” indicated by I beam icon ( ) on LCD
display. Calibrate the sensor before use.
1. Press the On/Off (red) button to turn on the sensor. The green LED indicator turns on and followed by a short
beeping sound from the internal buzzer.
2. To calibrate, hold the bottom of the sensor close to the
surface to be scanned. DO NOT touch the bottom of
the sensor during calibration.
3. Press and hold the Wood (left black) button for a second
until the green LED turns off and then turns back on and
followed by a beeping sound. Wood icon ( ) will
appear in LCD display.
4. Calibration has been completed. Release the button.
5. Place the sensor onto the surface to be scanned and
move the sensor side to side. As the sensor approaches/
moves away from the wooden object under the surface, the
signal detection strength bar and % value indicators on
LCD display increase/decrease. To locate the object more
precisely, slowly move the sensor three times (3x) side to
side over the object. When object is located directly below
the center of the sensor, indications will be at their max readings accompanied by cross-hair icon ( ), constant
beeping sound of the internal buzzer and illumination of red LED indicator. Mark the location with a pencil.
NOTE: When sensor detects an imperfection or defect in the wood such as burl, cracks, voids and inclusions, buzzer
beeps repeatedly including blinking red or yellow LED indicator. If such condition occurs, relocate the sensor to other
areas of the surface and resume scanning.
DETECTING LIVE WIRES & CALIBRATION
NOTE: The default detection mode of the sensor at the startup is “Metal” indicated by I beam icon ( ) on
LCD display. Calibrate the sensor before use.
1. Press the On/Off (red) button to turn on the sensor. The green LED indicator turns on and followed by a short
beeping sound from the internal buzzer.
2. To calibrate, hold the sensor in the air and away from metal objects (including personal jewelry such as wrist
watches or rings) or strong electric or magnetic field. DO NOT touch the bottom of the sensor during
calibration.
3. Press the metal/live wire (right black) button to select live wire detection. High Voltage icon ( ) will appear in
LCD display.
4. Press and hold the metal/live wire (right black) button for a few seconds until a beeping sound is heard. Green
LED remains turned on during the calibration.
5. Calibration has been completed. Release the button.
Wooden
Object
Surface

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6. Place the sensor onto the surface to be scanned and
move the sensor side to side. As the sensor approaches/
moves away from the live wire under the surface, the
signal detection strength bar and % value indicators on
LCD display increase/decrease. To locate the live wire
more precisely, slowly move the sensor three times (3x)
side to side over the live wire. When live wire is located
directly below the center of the sensor, indications will be
at their max readings accompanied by cross-hair icon (
), repeating beeping sound of the internal buzzer and
blinking of yellow or red LED indicator. Mark the location
with a pencil.
NOTES:
• The sensor can detect voltage range 110 – 380 volts (AC),
50/60 Hz.
• Human body has some effect on sensor’s sensitivity in live wire mode. Proper calibration as discussed above
can reduce such effect.
• Dead wires (not connected to power) may be detected using “Wood” setting. “Metal” setting can only detect
large size dead cables (6 AWG or higher).
TROUBLESHOOTING
Surface
Live Wire
Problem Cause Solution
The sensor does not turn on;
or if it turns on, it operates
intermittently or erratically.
Battery is low. Replace with new battery.
Battery life seems to be too short. Wrong battery type was used.
Sensor was left on for too long.
For best result, use 9V Alkaline
battery.
Turn off sensor as soon as
scanning is completed.
Sensor detects other objects
besides studs.
Electrical cables and pipes may
be near or touching back of the
scan area.
Scan directly above or below the
first scan area. Note that studs
are equally spaced at 16 or 24 in.
(406 or 610 mm).
Sensor does not detect as
expected. Detection has some limitations. See CAUTION box in OPERATING INSTRUCTION section.
In live wire mode, the sensor’s
indications change when hand is
removed from the sensor.
Human body has some effect on
the sensor’s sensitivity in live
wire mode.
Proper calibration as discussed
in instruction manual can reduce
such effect.

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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Clean the housing using only a soft cloth or cotton swab with water or medical alcohol. Do not use cleaning agents
or solvents. Do not let any liquid enter the housing area. Allow the tool to fully dry before use.
Avoid storing the sensor in extreme temperature conditions. Do not store below -4° F (-20° C,) or where the radiant
temperature may exceed 140° F (60° C). For maximum accuracy, allow the temperature of the meter to reach room
temperature (70° F) (21° C) before use.
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use.
Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
Remove batteries if consumed or if product is to be left unused for a long time.
Store and carry the tool inside the supplied protective case.
SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Environment: Indoor/Outdoor, Dry Locations
Maximum Scanning Depth:
Ferrous Metals (Steel): 80 mm (±10 mm accuracy*)
Non-ferrous Metals (Copper): 60 mm (±10 mm accuracy*)
Copper Conductors (live): 50 mm (±10 mm accuracy*)
Wood: 20 mm (±10 mm accuracy*)
Auto-off Delay Time: 6 min.
Battery: 9V, Alkaline
Battery Operating Lifetime: 6 hrs. approx.
Working Temperature: 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
Storage Temperature: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
*IMPORTANT: Variance in accuracy may be higher depending on the condition, material and thickness of the
surface and the shape and size of the scanned object.