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EcoWood
User Manual
Samitech EcoWood is a portable microwave solution
against xylophages.
Microwaves penetrate deeply and quickly into wood and
kill insects at any stage of their life, from egg to adult.
The new version of EcoWood is lighter and easier to use
than ever thanks to the new digital touchscreen remote
control.
03/10/2022

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  • Page 1 Microwaves penetrate deeply and quickly into wood and kill insects at any stage of their life, from egg to adult. The new version of EcoWood is lighter and easier to use than ever thanks to the new digital touchscreen remote control.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Pre-treatment required checks ......................10 Estimated treatment durations ......................11 Precautions during treatment ......................12 Safety Instructions ..........................13 Resin warnings and wood impregnations ..................13 Fire warnings ............................. 13 Electrical Safety Warnings ......................... 14 MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing Samitech EcoWood, the physical solution by microwaves against xylophages in wood. EcoWood is effective against any type of xylophagous insect such as termites or woodworm, fungi, moths, worms... Please read this manual carefully before using the equipment, paying special attention to safety instructions..
  • Page 4: Product Description

    Wood density and degree of humidity impact the duration of treatments. The denser and drier the wood, the longer the treatment duration. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 5: Product Content

    User Manual Product content Samitech EcoWood consists of the main unit and a remote control that has a touch screen from which the main unit is operated remotely. Additionally, the product includes a microwave leak detector that ensures that the user is always off the radiation hazard area.
  • Page 6: Optional Accessories

    User Manual Optional accessories EcoWood has a range of accessories to facilitate the application of treatments in hard-to-reach locations. Tripod articulation Wheel kit for tripod Antenna extension Antenna 30x20cm Antenna 30x10cm 40cm Tripod with winch up to 2,7m Horizontal bend...
  • Page 7: Tripod Setup And Operation

    EcoWood's range of optional accessories include an extendable tripod that allows operating heights of up to 2.7 m. If you have purchased a tripod with your Ecowood, your main unit will come pre-installed with its corresponding tripod articulation unit. If you purchased the tripod articulation unit separately, screw the joint to the bottom of the main unit using the supplied nuts.
  • Page 8: Treatment Setup

    7. Move the main unit to the next position and repeat the process from point 3. User interface The remote control of your equipment allows you to control remotely and easily all the operations during the treatment: power level, treatment duration, start, stop, progress and remaining time of the treatment. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 9: Power Selection

    User Manual Samitech EcoWood allows radiation control at three power levels: low, medium and high. The higher the power level, the heating of the treated wood will be greater. The duration of treatment is limited to a maximum of 16 minutes per session. See the time guide.
  • Page 10: Selection Treatment Duration

    Avoid the presence of people and animals in an area of 12m around the main unit during any treatment. If the treatment is to be carried out on a wall, floor or ceiling with neighbours on the other MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 11: Estimated Treatment Durations

    Therefore, the duration of the treatment will normally be shorter when fighting the larvae than when we want to fight the eggs. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 12: Precautions During Treatment

    Do not interrupt the power supply during treatment. If there is a power interruption, you must repeat the treatment in full. At the end of the treatment, be careful with the treated objects, their temperature will be elevated. It may take several minutes for wood to dissipate heat. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    Do not jeopardize in any case the safety of objects, equipment and the place where you are performing the treatment. Make sure you have the proper fire detection and extinguishing equipment before beginning a treatment. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...
  • Page 14: Electrical Safety Warnings

    Note: Some objects are particularly sensitive to heat and may be damaged by exposure to temperatures reached during treatment. To minimise the risk of any damage, these objects should not be treated and should be kept apart for the entire duration of the treatment. MANUAL ECOWOOD 2.0 EN.DOCX 03/10/2022...

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