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Delmhorst Instrument Co BD-2100 Owner's Manual

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For 65 years Delmhorst Instrument
has been the leading manufacturer
of high quality, US-made moisture
meters and thermo-hygrometers.
Today we offer a wide range of me-
ters for applications including
water damage restoration, con-
struction, flooring, lumber/wood-
working, paper, and agriculture.
W H E N A C C U R A C Y I S T H E P O I N T
99 Washington Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone 781-665-1400
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431
Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com
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W H E N A C C U R A C Y I S T H E P O I N T
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  • Page 1 BD-2100 o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l For 65 years Delmhorst Instrument has been the leading manufacturer of high quality, US-made moisture meters and thermo-hygrometers. Today we offer a wide range of me-...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 BD-2100 Features 3 Section A – Before You Begin 3 Check Calibration 4 Set the Scale 4 Change the Set-Point 5 Information about Your Readings 5 To Check Accumulated Readings 6 To Reset Meter 6 Section B – Practical Applications...

  • Page 3: Bd-2100 Features

    D E L M H O R S T B D - 2 1 0 0 The operating instructions for the model BD-2100 are divided into two sections. Section A is a step-by-step guide to the different features and basic use of your moisture meter.

  • Page 4: Set The Scale

    A hard Reset is required if, after changing the battery, the hTo scroll backward through the set-point values, press and display is frozen. This is sometimes caused by the interruption hold the scale key within one second of pressing and of contact between the battery and battery lead wire.

  • Page 5: To Reset Meter

    TO RESET METER Temperature –As wood temperature increases, its electrical resistance decreases and indicated moisture content rises. hPress and release the calibration check key Lower wood temperatures result in lower indicated moisture content. If the wood temperature, which is typically the hWithin one second press the scale key ambient temperature, is between 50˚F/10˚C and 90˚F/32˚C, hThe meter will reset itself the default setting of Scale #1...

  • Page 6: Eifs (Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems)

    Also look for visible signs of water damage. If a can be used as standard or reference points, against which problem exists, use the BD-2100 with a #21-E electrode. subsequent readings are compared. All readings should be This electrode includes the #608 insulated pins that penetrate evaluated in the light of factors such as type of paint, floor 3 1/4".

  • Page 7: Testing Concrete Slabs For Flooring Applications

    Taking a Reading Below the Surface: the green or “dry” area, the surface is dry. However, subsurface tests should be made to verify if the slab is hDrive a pair of nails into the plaster at least 1/3 of the dry throughout.

  • Page 8: Testing Brick Or Concrete For Paint Application

    Detecting Moisture in Insulation Meter readings should be evaluated in relation to other factors — Use the BD-2100 with the #21-E Electrode and #608 knowledge of the structure, type of paint used, expected weather insulated pins to detect moisture in insulation. These pins conditions in the near future, etc.

  • Page 9: Care Of Your Meter

    Delmhorst Instrument Co., referred to hereafter as absorbs moisture, water will displace the air in the material. Delmhorst, guarantees its BD-2100 meter for one year from Water also transmits heat at a faster rate than air, thus date of purchase and any optional electrodes against defects reducing the efficiency of the insulation.
  • Page 10 NOTES...
  • Page 11 TEMPERATURE CORRECTION TABLE METER READINGS ˚C ˚F Moisture content values shown in bold are only qualitative since they are above fiber saturation point (30%MC). Pin correction: METER READINGS WITH INSULATED PINS (26-ES ELECTRODE) CORRECTED READINGS (TRUE INDICATED MOISTURE CONTENT) 10.6 12.8 14.9 17.0...
  • Page 12 WOOD SPECIES CORRECTION TABLE METER READINGS WITH NON-INSULATED PINS ETER EADING ALDER 17.5 19.5 21.5 APITONG ASPEN 11.5 16.5 ASH, WHITE 14.5 19.5 BASSWOOD 10.5 20.5 BIRCH 21.5 23.5 25.5 CEDAR, EAST. RED 10.5 CEDAR, INCENSE 10.5 12.5 CHERRY 13.5 15.5 COTTONWOOD 19.5...

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