Zircon MultiScanner i320 OneStep Manual

GB MultiScanner
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i320 OneStep
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Multifunction Wall Scanner
This MultiScanner i320 OneStep wall scanner features three
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scanning modes:
• STUD SCAN: Locates the centre and edges of wood and metal
studs up to 19 mm deep
• STUD DEEPSCAN : Locates the centre of wood and metal studs
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up to 38 mm deep
• METAL SCAN: Detects and locates ferrous (magnetic) metal
(such as 13 mm rebar) up to 76 mm deep and non-ferrous
(non-magnetic) metal up to 38 mm deep
WireWarning detection automatically detects and alerts of live
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AC wires in STUD SCAN, STUD DEEPSCAN , and METAL SCAN
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modes. When AC voltage is detected, the AC WireWarning ®
icon will be displayed on screen.
1. INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Press battery door release in with your finger or a coin and lift up to remove door.
Connect new 9 V battery to cable. Place into the compartment and press into place.
Replace battery door and snap shut.
2. OPERATING TIPS
For optimum scanning results, it is important to properly hold
the MultiScanner i 320 and move slowly when scanning.
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The following tips will provide more accurate scanning results:
• Grasp the handle with your thumb on one side and your fingers
on the other side. Make sure your fingertips are resting on or
above the running board and not touching the surface being
scanned or the scanning head of the tool.
• Hold the tool straight up and down, parallel to the studs,
and do not rotate the tool.
• ACT (Auto Correcting Technology)—
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During scanning, the tool will
automatically recalibrate itself when
needed. This recalibration is transparent
and no indication is made. If an arrow
icon illuminates, the tool calibrated near
or over a stud and then moved away.
The arrow indicates the direction of the
missed stud.
6. WIREWARNING DETECTION
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Zircon's WireWarning detection feature works continuously in all modes. When live
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AC voltage is detected, the AC detection warning indicator will appear in the display.
If scanning begins over a live AC wire, the AC indicator will flash continuously.
Use extreme caution under these circumstances or whenever live AC wiring is present.
Electrical field locators may not detect live AC wires if wires are
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more than 51 mm from the scanned surface, encased in conduit,
present behind a plywood shear wall or metallic wall covering, or if moisture is
present in the environment or scanned surface.
DO NOT ASSUME THERE ARE NO LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRES IN THE
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WALL. DO NOT TAKE ACTIONS THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF
THE WALL CONTAINS A LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRE. ALWAYS TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL
POWER, GAS, AND WATER SUPPLIES BEFORE PENETRATING A SURFACE. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, AND/OR
SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Always turn off power when working near electrical wires.
7. SCANNING IN METAL MODE
Note: When scanning for studs, use STUD SCAN mode (or Stud DEEPSCAN ® mode
on thicker walls) to quickly locate the centre and edges of wood or metal studs.
Use METAL SCAN to determine if the previous reading in STUD SCAN was a wood stud,
metal stud, or pipe. In METAL SCAN, only metal drywall screws will be found in
wood studs, while metal will be indicated everywhere on a metal stud or pipe.
METAL SCAN has interactive calibration that allows you to adjust its sensitivity to
metal, which can be used to find the precise location of metal objects in walls, floors,
and ceilings. Maximum sensitivity is ideal for quickly finding the approximate location
of metal. However, sensitivity can be reduced by calibrating the tool closer to metal.
With reduced sensitivity, the area where metal is indicated will be smaller. But in both
cases, the metal target is in the centre of the area where the tool indicates metal
is present.
SpotLite Signal Strength
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Pointing System Indicator
LCD Display
WireWarning ®
Detection Indication
Stud Scan Mode Indication
Stud EDGE or CENTER Indication
Middle Bars
ACT ™ (Auto Correcting
Technology) Indication
Metal Mode Indication
Mode Selector Switch
Power Button
Running Board
Battery (back of unit)
1. Move mode switch to METAL SCAN mode. For maximum metal sensitivity, turn the
tool on in the air by pressing and holding the Power button. This will ensure that it
calibrates away from any metal objects. (The tool can only be calibrated off the wall
Figure A
in METAL SCAN mode.)
2. (Figure A) While holding the Power button, press the tool flat against the wall
and slowly slide the scanner across the surface. Mark the point where you get the
highest metal indication (the most Middle bars on the screen). If it is a strong target,
the SpotLite Pointing System will also shine a beam of light and a steady beep will
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sound. Continue in the same direction until display bars reduce. Reverse direction
and mark the spot where the display bars peak from the reversed direction.
The midpoint of the two marks is the location of the centre of the metal object.
If the unit indicates metal over a large area, you can refine the scanning area to more
accurately locate the metal target by following steps 3 and 4 below.
3. (Figure B) To further pinpoint the location of the metal target, scan the area again.
Release the Power button and then turn the unit back on, this time starting on the
wall over one of the previous marks. This will reset the tool to a lower sensitivity and
Figure B
narrow the scan area.
4. (Figure C) To continue to reduce sensitivity and further refine the scanning area,
repeat step 3. This procedure can be repeated multiple times to narrow the field
even further.
Note: If any bars display on the screen, metal is present. Small targets or targets deep
within the surface may only illuminate some of the bars and not the centre line or
audio tone. In this case, use the highest indication to determine the metal position.
Figure C
• Keep tool flat against the wall and do not rock, tilt, or press hard when slowly sliding
across the surface being scanned.
• Avoid placing your other hand, or any other part of your body, on the surface being
scanned. This will interfere with the tool's performance.
If you're receiving erratic scanning results, it may be a result of humidity, moisture within
the wall cavity or drywall, or recently applied paint or wallpaper that hasn't fully dried.
While the moisture may not always be visible, it will interfere with the tool's sensors.
Please allow a few days for the wall to dry out.
WORKING WITH DIFFERENT MATERIALS
Wallpaper: The wall scanner functions normally on walls covered with wallpaper or
fabric, unless the materials are metallic foil, contain metallic fibers, or are still wet after
application. Wallpaper may need to dry for several weeks after application.
Freshly painted walls: May take one week or longer to dry after application. If it is
difficult to locate a stud in STUD SCAN mode on fresh paint, switch to METAL SCAN
mode to locate nails or drywall screws holding drywall to studs.
Lath & plaster: Due to irregularities in plaster thickness, it is difficult for the wall
scanner to locate studs in STUD SCAN mode. Change to METAL SCAN mode to locate the
nail heads holding wood lath to the studs. If the plaster has metal mesh reinforcement,
wall scanner will be unable to detect through that material.
Extremely textured walls or acoustic ceilings:
When scanning a ceiling or wall with an uneven surface, place thin cardboard on
the surface to be scanned and scan over the cardboard in STUD DEEPSCAN mode.
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If irregular scanning results are received, switch to METAL SCAN mode to locate nails
or drywall screws that line up vertically where a stud or joist is positioned.
Wood flooring, subflooring, or gypsum drywall over plywood sheathing:
Use STUD DEEPSCAN mode and move the tool slowly. The Signal Strength Indicator may
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only display 1 or 2 bars when the tool locates a stud through thick surfaces.
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MultiScanner ™ 320 cannot scan for wood studs and joists through carpet and padding.
In problematic situations, try using METAL SCAN to locate nails or screws that may line
up vertically where a stud or joist is positioned.
Note: Sensing depth and accuracy can vary due to moisture, content of materials,
wall texture, and paint.
Do not rely exclusively on the detector to locate items behind
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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 41 and 61 cm stud spacing practices.
8. HELPFUL HINTS
Situation
Detects other objects besides studs in
STUD SCAN mode. Finds more targets
than there should be.
Area of voltage appears much larger than
actual wire (AC only).
Difficulty detecting metal.
Image of metal object appears wider
than actual size.
Constant readings of studs near windows
and doors.
You suspect electrical wires, but do not
detect any.
Unit flashes and beeps 6 times,
then LCD display remains blank.
ACT, CenterVision, DeepScan, MultiScanner, OneStep, SpotLite, WireWarning, and Zircon are registered trademarks or trademarks of Zircon Corporation.
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LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY
Zircon Corporation, ("Zircon") warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. Any in-warranty defective product
returned to the place of purchase with proof of purchase date will replaced at retailer´s option.
This warranty is limited to the electronic circuitry and original case of the product and specifically
excludes damage caused by abuse, unreasonable use or neglect. This warranty is in lieu of all
other warranties, express or implied, and no other representations or claims of any nature shall
bind or obligate Zircon. Any implied warranties applicable to this product are limited to the two
years period following its purchase.
3. SELECTING THE MODE
Move selector switch to the desired mode: STUD SCAN for finding wood or metal studs; STUD DEEPSCAN
or METAL SCAN for locating metal.
Unit will remain off if Power button is not pressed.
4. FINDING A STUD
Always scan for studs with the scanner placed flat against the wall. Move the mode switch to STUD SCAN, place the tool flat against the wall,
then press and hold the Power button. Wait for beep to confirm calibration has completed before moving scanner.
Slowly slide tool across surface. EDGE display will illuminate, indicating location of the stud edge.
Continue sliding tool. When the centre of a stud is located with three bars on the Signal Strength Indicator,
the four Middle bars, CENTER display, and SpotLite ® Pointing System will all illuminate and the buzzer will sound.
In cases of deeper studs (thicker walls), when the centre of the stud is located only two bars will show on
the Signal Strength Indicator and only the SpotLite Pointing System and four Middle bars will illuminate.
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If you still cannot locate a stud, try STUD DEEPSCAN ® mode.
5. CALIBRATING THE TOOL IN STUD SCAN/STUD DEEPSCAN
MultiScanner i 320 can be calibrated anywhere on the wall. It provisionally monitors the subsurface environment 10 times per second and
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automatically recalibrates, when needed, to successfully find the centre of studs in one step.
• Place wall scanner against the wall before pressing the Power button in STUD SCAN or STUD DEEPSCAN
• Once powered on, tool will automatically perform all calibrations. The LCD will display all icons until calibration is complete. Upon completion
of calibration, the SpotLite Pointing System and buzzer will momentarily activate and the tool will begin continuous measurements.
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• If the tool is in STUD DEEPSCAN mode, the Stud icon will continually flash. Continue to press Power button down and keep the tool flat
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against the wall and begin scanning.
Note: It is important to wait for calibration to complete (1–2 seconds) before moving the scanner.
(See also number 2, OPERATING TIPS)
Probable Cause
• Electrical wiring and metal/plastic pipes may be • Scan the area in METAL SCAN and AC SCAN to determine if metal or hot AC is present.
near or touching back surface of wall. • Check for other studs equally spaced to either side 30, 41, 61 cm apart or for the same stud at several places
directly above or below the first scan area.
• A stud reading would measure approximately 38–45 mm apart from each edge; anything larger or smaller is most
likely not a stud if not near a door or window.
• Voltage detection can spread on drywall as much • To narrow detection, turn unit off and on again at the edge of where wire was first detected and scan again.
as 30 cm laterally from each side of an actual
electrical wire.
• Tool calibrated over metal object. • The scanner may have been calibrated over a metal object, reducing sensitivity. Try calibrating in another location.
• Metal targets too deep or small. • Scan in both horizontal and vertical directions. Metal sensitivity is increased when metal object is parallel to sensor,
located under Zircon logo.
• Metal has greater density than wood.
• To reduce sensitivity, recalibrate MultiScanner
• Double and triple studs are usually found around • Detect outer edges so you know where to begin.
doors and windows. Solid headers are above them.
• Wires are shielded by metal conduit, a braided • Try METAL SCAN mode to see if you can find metal, wire, or metal conduit.
wire layer, or metallic wall covering. • Try turning on switches to outlet.
• Wires deeper than 50 mm from surface might not • Try plugging a lamp into outlet and turning on switch.
be detected.
• Wires may not be live.
• Low battery. • Replace with new battery.
IN NO EVENT WILL ZIRCON BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
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