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- Page 1 CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction....................3 How it works...................4 Operating Instructions ..............6 Drying time for concrete floors and screeds......6 Testing for moisture content in a floor slab......7 Pre-test conditioning and preparation........7 Pre-testing guidelines...............8 Guideline Non-Destructive test (NDT) procedures as per International Standards............9... -
Page 3: Introduction
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the Concrete Moisture Probe, a.k.a. The Determinator, from Tramex. This Concrete Moisture Probe functions in con- junction with the Tramex CME Concrete Moisture Encounter range to provide the Tramex Unified... -
Page 4: How It Works
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE HOW IT WORKS The Concrete Moisture Probe when used with Tramex CME instruments operates on the principle that the electrical impedance of a material varies with its moisture content. The CME instrument is pressed onto the CMP cradle... - Page 5 CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE The Concrete Moisture Probe functions with the Tramex CME Concrete Moisture Encounter meters. The CMP does not require batteries. The CMP does not require calibration. The probes are reusable, extendable and replaceable. No holelin- ers are necessary.
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Page 6: Operating Instructions
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Tramex Unified Test Method for concrete comprises both non-destructive moisture content testing of the top ¾”(20mm) layer and in-situ moisture content testing. We also recommend performing parallel tests of the ambient condi- tions and dew-point, as well as in-situ RH tests as per ASTM F2170. -
Page 7: Testing For Moisture Content In A Floor Slab
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE There is also a risk of promoting microbial growth. No exact period can be specified for the drying of such floors to reach acceptable moisture content, as this is affected by temperature and humidity within the building as well as concrete curing times and other factors. -
Page 8: Pre-Testing Guidelines
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE test. Prior to testing, the actual test area should be clean and free of foreign substances. Pre-testing guidelines Where covered floor slabs are being tested, all covering materials, adhesive residue, curing compounds, sealers, paints, etc., shall be removed to expose a test area of clean bare concrete. -
Page 9: Guideline Non-Destructive Test (Ndt) Procedures As Per International Standards
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE Guideline Non-Destructive test (NDT) procedures as per International Standards Remove any dust or foreign matter from the Concrete Moisture Encounter electrodes before commencing tests. Make sure that the floor slab being tested is clean and bare and free from dust, dirt or standing water. -
Page 10: Guideline In-Situ Moisture Content Probe Test Procedure
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE Guideline In-Situ Moisture Content Probe test Procedure Perform 3 per 100m ² (1000ft² ) and 1 per next 100m², similar to ASTM F2170 recom- mendations for frequency of use. Holes must be drilled dry and perpendicular (90˚), do not use water for cooling or lubrication. -
Page 11: Interpretation Of Concrete Moisture Probe In-Situ & Ndt Readings In Concrete
Place your Tramex meter into the cradle of the CMP and ensure that all of the electrode spring loaded pins are fully compressed, both on the CMP and the CME. - Page 12 CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE Example Situation 1: Readings are higher at the surface than the in-situ readings in new concrete: This may be a result of dew point issues, where condensation has formed at the surface. Check the ambient conditions and surface tem- perature of the concrete.
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Page 13: Limitations
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care. In no event shall Tramex, its agents or distributors be liable to the customer or any other person, company or organisation for any special, indirect,... -
Page 14: Warranty Claims
WARRANTY CLAIMS A defective product should be returned shipping prepaid, with full description of defect to your supplier or to Tramex at address shown on the back of this guide. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT It is the policy of Tramex to continually improve and update all its products. -
Page 15: Safety
CONCRETE MOISTURE PROBE ‘THE DETERMINATOR’ USER GUIDE SAFETY This Users Guide does not purport to address the safety concerns, if any, associated with this instrument or its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this instrument to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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