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Delmhorst BD-2100 Operation Manual

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BD-2100
BUILDING MATERIALS MOISTURE METER
OPERATION MANUAL
DELMHORST EUROPE
TITANIUMLAAN 100
NL 5221 CK 's-HERTOGENBOSCH
THE NETHERLANDS
info@delmhorst.eu
www.MoistureMetersDelmhorst.com
+31 (0)73 6395080
Model BD-2100
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  • Page 1 BD-2100 BUILDING MATERIALS MOISTURE METER OPERATION MANUAL DELMHORST EUROPE TITANIUMLAAN 100 NL 5221 CK ‘s-HERTOGENBOSCH THE NETHERLANDS info@delmhorst.eu www.MoistureMetersDelmhorst.com +31 (0)73 6395080 Model BD-2100...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Over 50 fifty years of proven quality, accuracy and service  The operating instructions for the model BD-2100 are divided into two sections. Section A is a systematic guide to the different features and basic use of your moisture meter. Section B contains information on how the meter is used for testing different mat erials.

  • Page 3: Section A - Before You Begin

    If you have a fresh battery and the instrument still does not indicate a proper calibration, return it to DELMHORST for service. See “ Service for your Meter” section. When the battery is removed and then reconnected, the meter displays its software version for one second and then turns itself off.

  • Page 4: Change The Set Point

    CHANGE THE SET-POINT  To change the set-point value, press the set-point button (#4). The meter will display the current set-point value for the scale you have chosen for one second.  To scroll forward to a higher value for that scale hold the set -point button (#4) while the current set point is displayed and scroll to the set -point value desired.

  • Page 5: Section B - Practical Applications

    Delmhorst uses the USDA standard – Douglas Fir – as the basis for all calibrations. Because the electrical characteristics of different species vary, some species may read differently at the same moisture content.
  • Page 6 Pin correction: METER READINGS WITH INSULATED PINS (26-ES ELECTRODE) CORRECTED READINGS (TRUE INDICATED MOISTURE CONTENT) 10.6 12.8 14.9 17.0 19.2 21.4 23.7 26.0...

  • Page 8: Testing Gypsum

    Also, look for visible signs of water damage. If you feel a problem exists, use the BD-2100 meter with a # 21-E electrode. This electrode includes the #608 - 10.2cm (4”) insulated pins.

  • Page 9: Testing Plaster Walls

    The LEDs are a visual aid to help quickly determine the moisture level that each reading indicates. Readings that activate the green light indicate a sufficiently dry moisture level, those that activate the yellow light indicate a borderline situation, and those that active the red light indicates material that is too wet for most applications.

  • Page 10: Subsurface Test

    Subsurface test: Drill two 6.4mm (¼”) holes, 19mm (¾”) apart and 12.7mm to 50.8mm (½” to 2”)  deep. Drive the masonry nails into the bottom of the holes and make the tests as described  above. Nails must not touch sides of drilled holes. If the meter still indicates green or “dry”...

  • Page 11: Testing Brick Or Concrete For Paint Application

    TRACING LEAKS The BD-2100 can help trace leaks in masonry material. Normally, dry plaster, brick, or concrete will contain so little moisture it cannot be detected by the meter. If the meter indicates the presence of moisture you can trace the moisture to its origin.

  • Page 12: Detecting Moisture In Insulation

    To confirm if a brick wall is waterproof: Perform the following procedure after storms to verify if a brick wall is waterproof, or if waterproofing repairs have been properly performed: Drive pairs of nails into the brick wherever it is necessary to make the tests and ...

  • Page 13: Care Of Your Meter

    CARE OF YOUR METER To keep your meter in good working order:  Store your meter in a clean, dry place. The protective carrying case provided is an ideal storage place when the meter is not in use.  Change the Alkaline 9-Volt battery as needed. Continued use with a low battery may cause the meter to go out of calibration.

  • Page 14: Warranty

    At our option we may replace or repair the meter. DELMHORST shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages for the breach of any express or implied warranty with respect to this product or its calibration.

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