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- Page 1 BD-10 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...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS BD-10 Features Before You Begin Check Calibration Taking a Reading Using 6-40% Wood Scale Paint Failure and Moisture EIFS (Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems) Using 0-100 Reference Scale Testing Concrete Slabs for Flooring Applications Testing Brick or Concrete for Paint Application... -
Page 3: Bd-10 Features
BD-10 FEATURES Designed to check moisture levels in wood, concrete, EIFS, sheetrock, and other materials Resistance technology recognized around the world as the most accurate method for measuring moisture 6%-40% moisture range for wood 0 to 100 reference scale for non-wood materials ... -
Page 4: Before You Begin
(9-Volt) immediately. Continued use with a low battery may cause the meter to go out of calibration. If you have a fresh battery and the instrument still does not indicate a proper calibration, return it to Delmhorst Europe Testnology for service. -
Page 5: Eifs (Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems)
Also look for visible signs of water damage. If you feel a problem exists, use the BD-10 with a #21-E electrode. This electrode includes the #608 - 10.2cm (4”) insulated pins. -
Page 6: Testing Brick Or Concrete For Paint Application
If the meter still indicates green or “dry” the floor is ready for covering. Tests should be made at several points, especially when the slab is thick and air circulation is poor. Tests should only be made in newly drilled holes, since the inside surface of the holes can dry out while the rest of the slab is still wet. -
Page 7: Testing Plaster Walls, Sheetrock (Gypsum)
Tracing Leaks The BD-10 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 8: Detecting Moisture In Insulation
Detecting Moisture in Insulation: Use the BD-10 with the #21-E Electrode and #608 insulated pins to detect moisture in insulation. These pins are insulated, except at the tips. Only the uninsulated tips make contact with the material, providing information as to the depth at which moisture is present. -
Page 9: Warranty
DELMHORST shall in no event be liable for any breach of warranty or defect in this product that exceeds the amount of purchase of this product.
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