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humimeter GF2
Building moisture meter
for building moisture, air humidity, wood moisture, indoor climate, dew
point, equilibrium moisture content, air and surface temperature, ther-
mal bridges and long term recording of climate data
78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m
| -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m
| 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1
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Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter GF2!
Version 2.1

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  • Page 1 78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m | -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m | 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1 Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter GF2! Version 2.1...

  • Page 2: Your Humimeter Gf2 At A Glance

    GF2 Operating Manual Your humimeter GF2 at a glance The main unit Name Connector for external sensors USB port (optional) Display Keypad Rubber protection cover Page 2...

  • Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit

    Rear of the main unit Name Sensor surface Battery compartment Page 3...

  • Page 4: Overview External Sensors

    GF2 Operating Manual Overview external sensors Art.no. 12004 LF_TB 120 humidity and temperature plug-in sensor Dimensions (sensor tube without handle) Weight Ø 12 x 300 mm 270 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy rel. air humidity 0 % to 100 % rh 0.1 %...
  • Page 5 Art.no. 12514 air humidity and temperature sensor Dimensions Weight Ø 12 x 70 mm 10 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy rel. air humidity 0 % to 100 % rh 0.1 % calibration: 10 % to 90 % rh +/- 2.0 % rh (at 25 °C) temperature °C -20 °C to +85 °C 0.1 °C...
  • Page 6 GF2 Operating Manual Art.no. 13159 humidity and temperature sensor Dimensions Weight Ø 8 x 150 mm 100 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy rel. air humidity 0 to 100 % rh 0.1 % calibration: 10 to 90 % rh +/- 2.0 % rh (at 25 °C)
  • Page 7 Art.no. 13141 external conductance electronics Dimensions Weight 50 x 35 x 20 mm 40 g Art.no. 13011 pair of plug-in electrodes Dimensions Weight Ø 15 x 55 mm 65 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy moisture dependent on the 0.1 % content sensor (see "7.
  • Page 8 GF2 Operating Manual Art.no. 13012 pair of flat electrodes Dimensions Weight 12 x 300 mm 140 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy moisture dependent on the 0.1 % content sensor (see "7. Pro- duct types") temperature °C -20 °C to +85 °C 0.5 °C...
  • Page 9 Art.no. 12630 humimeter WLW hammer Dimensions Weight Ø 49 x 350 mm 1500 g Measurement Measuring range Resolution Accuracy moisture dependent on the 0.1 % content sensor (see "7. Pro- duct types") temperature °C -20 °C to +85 °C 0.5 °C +/- 0.3 °C (at 25 °C) temperature °F -4 °F to 185 °F...

  • Page 10: The Display

    GF2 Operating Manual The Display Name Product type Moisture content in % (see "7.6 How moisture defined") Measured value assessment Display symbols Temperature display The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu...

  • Page 11: The Menus

    The menus Simplified user The device has two different menus: product selection and main menu. Product selection menu Name Hold measuring value (see "6.1 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values") Display illumination / device on/off For changing the product type Advanced user The device has three different menus: product selection, Data Log and main menu: Product selection menu...
  • Page 12 GF2 Operating Manual Data Log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured value Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Edit Logs: Manual Logs, Auto Logs, Clear Logs •...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Your humimeter GF2 at a glance ������������������������������������������������� 2 The main unit ......................2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 Overview external sensors ..................4 The Display ......................10 The display symbols ....................10 The menus ......................11 1�...
  • Page 14 GF2 Operating Manual Selecting the product type ..............23 Exchanging the sensor ................24 Plugging a sensor into the external conductance electronics ....24 Disconnecting a sensor from the external conductance electronics ..24 Inserting the measuring tips ..............25 Taking a measurement ................
  • Page 15 Auto save function (time-based) ............41 6.3.1 Activating the Auto save function in the Options menu ......41 6.3.2 Auto save function: Saving measured values ......... 41 Viewing individual readings ..............42 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ....43 Deleting all measured values (data log) ..........
  • Page 16 GF2 Operating Manual 10.4 Selecting a language ................57 10.5 Activating options ................. 58 10.6 Deactivating options ................58 10.7 Selecting °C/°F ..................59 10.8 Changing the Userlevel ................. 59 10.8.1 Changing from advanced to simplified user .......... 59 10.8.2...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter GF2 safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily acces- sible to users at all times.

  • Page 18: Symbols Used In This Manual

    GF2 Operating Manual Symbols used in this manual All of the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding symbol. WARNING It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to serious irreversible or fatal injury.

  • Page 19: For Your Safety

    For your safety The device complies with the following European directives: • Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) • Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) The device corresponds to state-of-the-art technology. However, it is still associated with a number of residual hazards. These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information.

  • Page 20: Warranty

    • In case of damages or loose parts on the device, remove the batteries and con- tact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH or your dealer. All of the device’s technical features have been inspected and tested before delivery.

  • Page 21: Making Sure That All Of The Components Have Been Included

    Making sure that all of the components have been included Make sure that all of the components have been included by checking the package contents against the following list: • humimeter GF2 • 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries • Rubber protection cover •...

  • Page 22: Inserting Batteries

    GF2 Operating Manual Optional accessories for art.no. 13011 pair of plug-in electrodes: • Pair of flat electrodes (art.no. 13012) Optional accessories for art.no. 12630 humimeter WLW hammer and art.no. 13011 pair of plug-in electrodes: • Set of 20 replacement tips for measuring electrodes, without insulation, 40 mm length (art.no.

  • Page 23: Using The Device - Basics

    Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the  button for 3 seconds. » The display will then show the status indicator (figure 6). » After inserting the batteries, the device switches on automatically. Opening the main menu 4.2.1 With the simplified user activated To do so:...

  • Page 24: Exchanging The Sensor

    GF2 Operating Manual Use the arrow keys to move from one product type to the next and keep any of them pressed to scroll through the types. Confirm your selection by pressing » The product type you selected will now be shown at the top of the display.

  • Page 25: Inserting The Measuring Tips

    Inserting the measuring tips Hand electrode and ram electrode: • Unscrew the two nuts located on the head of the ram electrode counterclockwise (figure 14) » Loosen only the upper nuts. The (flat) nuts below must not be loosened! Pair of plug-in electrodes: •...

  • Page 26: Taking A Measurement

    Some characteristic curves in the device are evaluated on the display in four stages depending on the humidity and the material. This evaluation is based on Schaller's experience. Since the gradations can be different depending on the trade or operation, a plausibility check of the values is recommended.

  • Page 27: The Measuring Process

    The measuring process The measuring process with the main unit 5.1.1 Preparing a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. It is recommended to let your humimeter device adjust to the surrounding temperature for at least 30 minutes before the measurement.

  • Page 28: Information Regarding The Measurement

    GF2 Operating Manual » The interpretation of the shown floor screed water content needs the experience of the user as well as the recommendations of the floor screed producer. » The thickness of floor screed can differ. The device always measures the supreme layer of 30 mm! »...

  • Page 29: Measurement With Insertion Probe (Art.no. 12004)

    5.2.2 Measurement with insertion probe (art.no. 12004) To do so: The sensor has to have nearly the same tem- perature than the product being measured. • Insert the measuring head of the device straight into the material being measured. » Do not bend or drop the measuring head! »...

  • Page 30: Measurement Of The Corresponding Relative Humidity (Krl Method)

    GF2 Operating Manual 5.2.4 Measurement of the corresponding relative humidity (KRL method) To do so: Art.no. 13159 humidity and temperature sensor and art.no. 13160 measu- ring sleeve set for screed required. The sensor has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured.

  • Page 31: The Measuring Process With Sensors For The External Conductance Electronics

    5.2.5 The measuring process with sensors for the external conductance electronics Preparing a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. It is recommended to let your humimeter device adjust to the surrounding temperature for at least 30 minutes before the measurement.
  • Page 32 GF2 Operating Manual The device will now instantly display the moisture content on the display (figure 32). » The displayed value flashes when the moisture con- tent exceeds the measuring range of the selected product type (figure 33). A flashing value signals lowered accuracy of the measurement.
  • Page 33 Hand electrode and pair of plug-in electrodes: Taking a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. Put the hand electrode with measuring tips straight to the point to be measured (figure 34). »...
  • Page 34 GF2 Operating Manual Pair of flat electrodes: Taking a measurement To do so: Pair of plug-in electrodes (art.no. 13011) for carrying the flat electrodes required. The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured.

  • Page 35: Measurement With The Ir Temperature Sensor

    5.2.6 Measurement with the IR temperature sensor To do so: The product being measured must not be glossy or reflective. • Hold the device with the sensor facing an object. emission material » The infrared temperature measurement depends on ratio the emission ratio of the product being measured.

  • Page 36: Adjustment Behaviour Of The Sensor

    GF2 Operating Manual Adjustment behaviour of the sensor In humidity and temperature measurement, several parameters are responsible for the adjustment behaviour (time until the actual measuring value is displayed). The para- meter responsible for the highest measuring error is a temperature discrepancy between the sensor resp.

  • Page 37: Saving Your Readings

    Saving your readings To access the memory function, the simplified user must be deactivated (see "10.8 Changing the Userlevel"). Hold function - Freezing the displayed values The device can be configured in such a way that the information being shown on the display will freeze at the touch of a button until a new button is pressed.

  • Page 38: Saving Your Readings Manually

    GF2 Operating Manual Saving your readings manually All of the readings can be saved, edited and viewed on the device. The figure below shows the overview screen of a single saved series of measurements. Name Name of the measurement series (editable) Temperature (average) Date &...
  • Page 39 » The setting has been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Using the manual save function To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu" page 12).

  • Page 40: Saving Several Readings (A Measurement Series) At The Same Time

    GF2 Operating Manual 6.2.2 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu" page 12). Take several readings (see "5. The measuring process").

  • Page 41: Auto Save Function (Time-Based)

    Auto save function (time-based) The device can be configured in such a way that it will automatically save a reading (log) at a selected time interval. 6.3.1 Activating the Auto save function in the Options menu To do so: The device has to be switched on and be in the product selection menu. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds.

  • Page 42: Viewing Individual Readings

    GF2 Operating Manual Inputting letters: Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required letter and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected letter. Inputting numbers: Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected number.

  • Page 43: Viewing Individual Readings From A Series Of Measurements

    Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements (e.g. 2 logs). The display will now appear as shown in figure 55. Press Navigate to the required measurement series. To do so, press »...

  • Page 44: Deleting Individual Measurement Series

    GF2 Operating Manual Press to leave the Edit Logs menu. Press to leave the main menu. Deleting individual measurement series To do so: You must have saved a measured value (e.g. 1 log) or a series of measurements (e.g. 3 logs). The display will now appear as shown in figure 62.

  • Page 45: Deleting Individual Values From A Single Series Of Measurements

    Deleting individual values from a single series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements comprising at least 2 logs. The display will now appear as shown in figure . Press Select the required reading. To do so, press »...

  • Page 46: Product Types

    GF2 Operating Manual Product types The device automatically recognises the connected sensor and provides the correspon- ding calibration curves. If no external sensor is connected, the internal building moisture sensor is activated. Internal building moisture sensor Measuring Product type...

  • Page 47: Cm Method

    CM method. The accuracy of the CM method depends on various parameters and is not suited for a comparison with the humimeter GF2 resp. for material calibration. In the following chart of producers of CM devices you can find comparative values of measurements in drying chamber in weight% to CM% for some concrete types.

  • Page 48: Wlw Hammer (Art.no. 12630)

    GF2 Operating Manual Hand electrode (art.no. 12847), pair of plug-in electrodes (art. no. 13011) & WLW hammer (art.no. 12630) Measuring Product type Definition Density range range Gypsum 0.5 to 14% Lime Mortar 0.5 to 10% approx. Lime Gypsum Plaster 0.1 to 10%...

  • Page 49: Air Humidity And Temperature Sensor

    Air humidity and temperature sensor (art.no. 12514, 12032, 12004, 13159 and 13066) Product type Definition Unit Measuring range absolute absolute air humidity g/m³ 0 to 130 g/m³ Humidity °C -55 °C to +60 °C Dew Point Dew Point °F -67 °F to 140 °F relativ Humi- relative air humidity % RH...

  • Page 50: Application Range

    GF2 Operating Manual Application range Within the normal application range (normal range) the accuracy of the device is as indicated. A long-term application beyond the normal application range (max. range), particularly at an air humidity of more than 80 %, can lead to higher measuring errors (+3 % after 60 hours).

  • Page 51: How Moisture Is Defined

    How moisture is defined The device measures and shows the material moisture content. The moisture content readings are calculated in relation to the material’s overall mass: Mass of the sample with average moisture content Mass of the sample with zero moisture content %WG: Moisture content (in accordance with EN ISO 12570) Page 51...

  • Page 52: Using The Logmemorizer Program

    Exporting measured values to a computer To do so: LogMemorizer must be installed. And you must have taken and saved one or several moisture readings. Options: You can export moisture readings from the humimeter GF2 or initiate the export at your computer. Page 52...
  • Page 53 GF2 will now be sent to your computer. Initiating the data export at your computer Connect the humimeter GF2 to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Insert the USB Mini B connector into the humi- meter GF2 (figure 77).
  • Page 54 Name Import all auto save logs Import most recent auto save series Import all manual logs Import most recent manual log » The measuring values saved on the humimeter GF2 will now be sent to your computer. Page 54...

  • Page 55: Checking The Device's Status

    Checking the device’s status Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu" Select Status. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will then show the status indicator humimeter. » The display will show the following information: Name Serial number Software version...

  • Page 56: Configuring The Device

    GF2 Operating Manual 10. Configuring the device 10.1 Turning on Bluetooth The information on Bluetooth is provided in a separate operating manual. 10.2 Adjusting the date/time Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Date/Time.

  • Page 57: Setting The Emission Ratio

    10.3 Setting the emission ratio Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Emission ratio. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Overwrite the current emission ratio. To do so, press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press confirm the selected number.

  • Page 58: Activating Options

    GF2 Operating Manual 10.5 Activating options To do so: Some of the options must be deactivated. Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Unlock. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...

  • Page 59: Selecting °C/°F

    10.7 Selecting °C/°F To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "10.5 Activating options"). Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select °C/°F. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to the required temperature scale, i.e.

  • Page 60: Changing From Simplified To Advanced User

    GF2 Operating Manual 10.8.2 Changing from simplified to advanced user To do so: The device has to be turned off. Open the main menu (see section "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Activate all of the options (see "10.5 Activating options").

  • Page 61: Configuring Automatic Switch-Off

    10.9.2 Configuring automatic switch-off To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "10.5 Activating options"). Open the main menu (see "4.2 Opening the main menu"). Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Auto Off Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select the period of time you want the device to stay switched on (3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 20 minutes, 30 minutes).

  • Page 62: Resetting The Device To Its Factory Settings

    GF2 Operating Manual Confirm the new four-digit password by pressing » The setting has been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press  to leave the main menu. 10.12 Resetting the device to its factory settings To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "10.5 Activating...

  • Page 63: Cleaning And Maintenance

    11. Cleaning and maintenance Regularly cleaning and maintaining the device will ensure that it will have a long service life and stay in good condition. 11.1 Changing the batteries The device constantly monitors the charge level of the batteries. The current battery status is shown on the status screen.

  • Page 64: Care Instructions

    GF2 Operating Manual Confirm by pressing » The display will now appear as shown in figure 91. » The bar will run upwards. The device must be held up in the air throughout this entire process, » which only takes a couple of seconds to complete.
  • Page 65 Measuring tips for the ram electrode art.no. 12630 & Measuring tips for pair of plug-in electrodes art.no. 13011 & Measuring tips for the hand electrode art.no. 12847 & Pair of flat electrodes art.no. 13012 • The measuring tips can be cleaned with a cloth and cleaning alcohol. Humidity and temperature sensor art.no.

  • Page 66: Faults

    GF2 Operating Manual 12. Faults If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error Temperature discrepancy Let the temperature adjust to...
  • Page 67 Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error The temperature is outside Only use the device in tempe- humidity measure- the operating temperature: ratures between -10 °C and ment lower than -10 °C or higher +60 °C. than +60 °C Measurement error due Let the device adjust to to too short temperature the surroundings (see...
  • Page 68 GF2 Operating Manual Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error Wrong emission ratio set Set the emission ratio accor- IR temperature ding to the table of point sensor "5.2.6 Measurement with the IR temperature sensor" other sources. Polluted sensor Clean the sensor with light compressed air.

  • Page 69: Storage And Disposal

    13. Storage and disposal 13.1 Storing the device The device must be stored as follows: • Do not store outdoors. • Store in a dry and dust-free place. • Protect the device from sunlight. • Avoid mechanical shocks/loads. • Remove the batteries if the device is not used for a period of 4 weeks or longer.

  • Page 70: Device Information

    GF2 Operating Manual 14. Device information 14.1 EC declaration of conformity _______________ KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name/ Adresse des Herstellers: Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 Name/ address of manufacturer: A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Produktbezeichnung: humimeter Product designation: Typenbezeichnung: GE1 ;...
  • Page 71 Für das angeführte Produkt ist eine vollständige Dokumentation mit Betriebsanleitung in Originalfassung vorhanden. For the mentioned product a complete documentation with manual of instruction in original version is available. Bei Änderungen, die nicht vom Hersteller spezifiziert sind, verliert diese Konformitätserklärung die Gültigkeit.
  • Page 72 GF2 Operating Manual _______________ DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Name/ address of manufacturer: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Product designation: humimeter Type designation: GE1 ; GF2 ; LM5 ; LM6 ; M05 ; M20 ; M30 ; M50...
  • Page 73 For the mentioned product, a complete documentation with manual of instruction in original version is available. In case of any changes not agreed upon with the manufacturer, this declaration of conformity loses its validity. St. Ruprecht a.d. Raab, 31.07.2022 …............Bernhard Maunz Legal binding signature of the issuer Page 73...

  • Page 74: Technical Data

    GF2 Operating Manual 14.2 Technical data Display resolution Dependent on the sensor (see "Overview external sensors" page Measuring range Dependent on the sensor (see "Overview external sensors" page Operating temperature 0 °C to +50 °C dependent on the sensor (see "Overview external sensors"...

  • Page 75: Notes

    15. Notes Page 75...
  • Page 76 Schaller Messtechnik develops, produces and sells professional moisture meters and turnkey solutions. Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99, A - 8181 St. Ruprecht an der Raab Tel +43 (0)3178 - 28899 , Fax +43 (0)3178 - 28899 - 901 info@humimeter.com, www.humimeter.com...

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