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Summary of Contents for Calculated Industries Material Estimator
- Page 2 ™ ATERIAL STIMATOR The Material Estimator calculator helps you save time, cut costly errors – and lets you measure and estimate like a pro! Quickly Solve: • Feet-Inch-Fractions, Yards, and Metric Dimensional Problems • Feet-Inch-Fractions, Yards, and Metric Conversions • Problems Involving All Fractions –...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS KEY DEFINITIONS...1 Basic Function Keys ...1 Unit Keys ...2 Project Keys...4 Miscellaneous Functions ...9 Paperless Tape Example ...10 Preference Settings ...11 EXAMPLES ...12 Adding and Subtracting Strings of Dimensions ...12 Multiplying Dimensions ...12 Dividing Dimensions ...13 Percent Calculations...13 Square Area...14 Square Root...14 Entering Square and Cubic and... - Page 4 Bricks/Blocks: Number of, for a Wall...24 Gravel: Tons of ...25 Cost of Paint ...25 Setting Fractional Resolution...26 Default Settings ...27 Auto-Shut Off ...27 Accuracy/Errors ...28 Battery ...29 Replacing the Battery ...29 Reset ...29 Area Formulas ...30 Volume Formulas...31 Warranty, Repair and Return Information...32...
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Page 5: Key Definitions
KEY DEFINITIONS Basic Function Keys + – x ÷ = 0 – 9 and • OCKET Arithmetic operation keys. Keys used for entering numbers. Percent Key — Four-func- tion (+, –, x, ÷) percent key. Off Key — Turns all power off, clearing all non-perma- nent registers. -
Page 6: Unit Keys
Fraction Bar Key — Used to enter Fractions. Fractions can be entered as proper (1/2, 1/8, 1/16) or improper (3/2, 9/8). If the denominator (bottom value) is not entered, the calculator's fractional accuracy setting is automatically used. EFERENCE UIDE — 2... - Page 7 OCKET Meters (m) — Enters or converts to Meters. Centimeters (cm) — Enters or converts to Centimeters. Millimeters (mm) — Enters or converts to Millimeters. Board Feet (Bd Ft) — Enters or converts Cubic values to Board Feet. One Board Foot is equal to 144 Cubic Inches.
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Page 8: Project Keys
Project Keys Note: Tile sizes shown in Inches, not Square Inches. In other words, a 6 Inch tile is really 6 Inches x 6 Inches, or a 36 Square Inch tile, but it is labeled as a 6 Inch-size. s T a OCKET Paint —... - Page 9 OCKET Deck — Finds the number of boards for a deck, based on an entered area and a stored Board Width or Board On-center. Repeated presses will scroll between numbers of boards for various “standard” board lengths (12’, 10’, 8’, 20’, 18’, 16’...
- Page 10 Note: Automatically adds one stud to the calculated answer to account for one on the end. Note: Calculation does not account for grout width for custom tiles, so you will need to adjust for this. OCKET Studs — Calculates number of studs, based on an entered linear distance and a stored On-center Spacing.
- Page 11 OCKET Custom Tile Size — Stores Custom Tile Size in Square Inches. To recall this setting, press v c. Default is 24-Square Inches. Concrete — Calculates the number of 80 lbs., 60 lbs. and 40 lbs. bags of concrete required, based on an entered volume (e.g., Cubic Feet or Cubic Yards).
- Page 12 OCKET Block Size — Stores the Block Size. Stores linear entry as Block Length and area as Block Area. To recall this setting, press v B. The default length is 16 Inches and the default area is 128 Square Inches (includes 1/2”...
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Page 13: Miscellaneous Functions
) 3.141593 — Squares the value in the display. Preference Settings Memory Key — Adds the displayed value to Memory. Clears when the calculator is shut off. Memory Minus (M–) — Subtracts the displayed value from Memory. Memory Recall —... -
Page 14: Paperless Tape Example
® ® Paperless Tape Example Add 6 Feet, 5 Feet and 4 Feet, then access the paperless tape mode and scroll back through your entries. Then, back up one entry, exit the tape mode and add 10 Feet to the total. KEYSTROKE 6 E + 5 E +... -
Page 15: Preference Settings
Preference Settings Press C , then s , then keep pressing s to toggle through the main settings. Press the + key to advance within sub-set- ting. Use the – key to back up. Press the o key to exit Preferences. PRESS C AND: First press of s :... -
Page 16: Examples
EXAMPLES Adding and Subtracting Strings of Dimensions Add the following measurements: • 6 Feet 2-1/2 Inches • 11 Feet 5-1/4 Inches • 18.25 Inches Then subtract 2-1/8 Inches. KEYSTROKE 6 E 2 I 1 / 2 + 1 1 E 5 I 1 / 4 + 1 8 •... -
Page 17: Dividing Dimensions
Dividing Dimensions Divide 15 Feet 3-3/4 Inches into thirds (divide by 3): KEYSTROKE 1 5 E 3 I 3 / 4 ÷ 3 = How many 3’ 6” pieces can you cut from one 25’ board? KEYSTROKE 2 5 E ÷ 3 E 6 I = 7.142857 Percent Calculations Add a 10% waste allowance to 2.78 Cubic Yards. -
Page 18: Square Area
Square Area Find the area of a square room with sides measuring 15 Feet 8-1/2 Inches. KEYSTROKE 1 5 E 8 I 1 / 2 C % (x Square Root What is the Square Root of 200? KEYSTROKE 2 0 0 C • ( Entering Square and Cubic and Adding a Waste Allowance Add a 10% waste allowance to 55 Square... -
Page 19: Linear Conversions
Linear Conversions Convert 10 feet 6 Inches to other dimensions, including Metric: KEYSTROKE 1 0 E 6 Ii C 5 (m) C 7 (cm) C 9 (mm) Convert 14 Feet 7-1/2 Inches to Decimal Feet: KEYSTROKE 1 4 E 7 I 1 / 2 Convert 22.75 Feet to Feet-Inches: KEYSTROKE 2 2 •... -
Page 20: Square And Cubic Conversions
Square and Cubic Conversions Convert 14 Square Feet to Square Yards: KEYSTROKE 1 4 E E Convert 25 Square Yards to Square Feet: KEYSTROKE 2 5 Y Y Convert 12 Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards: KEYSTROKE 1 2 E E E OCKET 1.555556 0.444444... -
Page 21: Using The Memory
Recall total in Memory Display/Clear Memory Clear Memory Memory is semi-permanent, clearing only when you: 1) turn off the calculator; 2) press v v; 3) press C v; 4) press C x (Clear All) . When Memory is recalled (v N),... -
Page 22: Project Examples
PROJECT EXAMPLES Paint: Gallons, Quarts or Pints of How many quarts of paint will you need to cover a wall measuring 12 Feet x 8 Feet? How many Pints? How many Gallons? KEYSTROKE DISPLAY 1 2 E x 8 E = SQ FEET QT 1.10 PINT 2.19... -
Page 23: Custom Tiles: Number Of - Using A Non-Default Custom Size
KEYSTROKE 1 / 8 s T (Grout Width) 1 0 E x 1 5 E = + 1 0 % Continuous presses of T display the number of Tiles for the following sizes: 18”, 16”, 13”, 12”, 10”, 8”, 6”, 4”, 2”, 1”, 24”. Custom Tiles: Number of - Using A Non-Default Custom Size How many tiles do you need if you’re using a... -
Page 24: Deck: Number Of Boards
Deck: Number of Boards Find the number of boards needed to build a deck, if the deck area measures 7 Feet x 16 Feet. KEYSTROKE 7 E x 1 6 E = *Last press displays stored Board Width. You can store a custom Board On-center by entering the new value then pressing s D (e.g., 4 I s D). -
Page 25: Fence: Number Of Fence Boards, Posts And Rails
Fence: Number of Fence Boards, Posts and Rails Find the number of fence boards, posts and rails required to build a fence, where the distance for the fence is 40 Feet 6 Inches. Note: The last two presses in the following example will display stored Post On-center and Board Width. -
Page 26: Board Feet: Lumber Estimation
Board Feet: Lumber Estimation The default entry format for Board Feet is “Inch x Inch x Feet” (e.g., 2 x 4 x 1 4 is 2 Inches x 4 Inches x 14 Feet). You can also convert Cubic values (volume) to Board Feet. -
Page 27: Sheets: Number Of
Sheets: Number of How many 4 x 8, 4 x 9, 4 x 10 or 4 x 12 drywall sheets do you need for a room measuring 12 Feet x 15 Feet? KEYSTROKE 1 2 E + 1 2 E + 24 1 5 E + 1 5 E x 54 8 E = C F (Sheets) -
Page 28: Concrete: Bags Of
Concrete: Bags of Find the number of bags of concrete for a patio measuring 9 Feet x 15 Feet x 4 Inches. KEYSTROKE 9 E x 1 5 E x 4 I = Bricks/Blocks: Number of, for a Wall Find the number of bricks, both face and paver, and concrete blocks needed to build a 14 Feet x 8 Feet wall. -
Page 29: Gravel: Tons Of
Gravel: Tons of How much gravel (in tons) do you need to cover a driveway that is 36 Feet x 11 Feet, at 4 Inches deep? KEYSTROKE 3 6 E x 1 1 E x 4 I = You can store a custom Tons per Cubic Yard value by entering the new value, then press- ing s G (e.g., 1 •... -
Page 30: Appendix
C 4 (1/4) C 6 (1/64) C 8 (1/8) Note: Changing the Fractional Resolution on a displayed value does not alter your Permanent Fractional Resolution Setting. Pressing o will return your calculator to the permanently set fractional resolution. OCKET EFERENCE UIDE DISPLAY... -
Page 31: Default Settings
Default Settings After a Clear All (C x), your calculator will return to the following settings: STORED VALUE Block Area Block Length Weight per Volume Board On-center Post On-center Studs On-center Custom Tile Size Tile Grout Width Paint Coverage Area... -
Page 32: Accuracy/Errors
Errors — When an incorrect entry is made, or the answer is beyond the range of the calculator, it will display an error. To clear an error condition you must hit the o button once. At this point, you must determine what caused the error and re-key the problem. -
Page 33: Battery
Note: Please use caution when disposing of your old battery, as it contains hazardous chemicals. Replacement batteries are available at most discount or electronics stores. You may also call Calculated Industries at 1-775-885-4900. Replacing the Battery Turn the calculator over and open user guide door located at the top. -
Page 34: Area And Volume Formulas
AREA AND VOLUME FORMULAS Area Formulas — 30 OCKET EFERENCE UIDE... -
Page 35: Volume Formulas
Volume Formulas — 31 OCKET EFERENCE UIDE... -
Page 36: Repair And Return
REPAIR AND RETURN Warranty, Repair and Return Information Return Guidelines: Please read the Warranty in this User's Guide to determine if your Calculated Industries product remains under warranty before calling or returning any device for evaluation or repairs. If your product won't turn on, check the batteries as outlined in the User's Guide. -
Page 37: Warranty
Non-warranty repair covers service beyond the warranty period, or service requested due to damage resulting from misuse or abuse. Contact Calculated Industries at the number listed above to obtain current product repair information and charges. Repairs are guaranteed for 90 days. - Page 38 Disclaimer CI MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT’S QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MER- CHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AS A RESULT, THIS PRODUCT, INCLUD- ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, KEYSTROKE PROCE- DURES, MATHEMATICAL ACCURACY AND PREPRO- GRAMMED MATERIAL, IS SOLD “AS IS,”...
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Page 39: Fcc Class B
Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. LOOKING FOR NEW IDEAS Calculated Industries, a leading manufacturer of special- function calculators and digital measuring instruments, is always looking for new product ideas in these areas. - Page 40 Calculated Industries, Inc. by Construction Master Technologies, LLC, 2007. Pocket Reference Guide copyrighted by Calculated Industries, Inc. © 2007. Material Estimator™ is a trademark and Calculated Industries® is a registered trademark of Calculated Industries, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED CALCULATED INDUSTRIES®...
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