Ryobi E49MM01 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

PINLESS MOISTURE METER

E49MM01

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WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

The Pinless Moisture Meter detects moisture levels which can contribute to

mold growth. This product detects and displays the percentage of moisture

present in softwoods, hardwoods, drywall, and masonry.

CAUTION:

This moisture meter does not detect or identify the presence of

mold.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Measurement Depth

...................................

Up to 1/2 in. Below the Surface

Measurement Range

.....................................

0−53% Moisture in Softwood

0−35% Moisture in Hardwood

Relative Readings in Wall and Masonry

Accuracy Range

....................................................

± 4% (± 6% in Masonry)

Operating Temperature

..............................................................

50ºF−104ºF

INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BATTERY

Remove the battery cover

(A)

and install the 9 volt battery provided.

The battery status indicator

(B)

in the LED screen shows the amount of bat-

tery charge available. When the indicator shows that the power is depleted,

the battery should be replaced.

OPERATING THE MOISTURE METER



Press and hold the power button

(C)

to turn the unit on.

NOTE:

If the unit sits idle for 105 seconds, it will automatically power

off.



Press the Mode button

(D)

to cycle through the different measurement

modes

(E)

. Choose the mode that represents the material you want to

test. The available modes are WALL

(for drywall),

MASONRY,

SOFTWOOD

,

and

HARDWOOD

. The relative indicator

(F)

will show in Wall and Masonry

modes.



Place the back side of the unit flat against the material where the mea-

surement is to be taken. The measurement will be taken automatically

and will be displayed as a percentage

(G)

.

• Make sure the unit sensors (

H

) are free of debris before use.

•

Hold the unit from the front and sides and do not allow your fingers to

come in contact with the sensors when taking the measurement.

• Make sure both pads are firmly in contact with the surface being

tested.

•

Do not slide the unit along the surface being tested.

•

The presence of metal behind the wall may interfere with the reading;

readings in multiple locations will increase accuracy.



Once the unit is removed from the surface, the measurement will disap-

pear. To keep the measurement displayed after you remove the unit from

the surface, press the Hold button

(I)

.

987000-817

9-15-09 (REv:02)

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY AND 30 DAY EXCHANGE POLICY

30-DAY EXCHANGE POLICY:

During the first 30 days after date of pur

-

chasing this product, you may either request service under this warranty or

you may exchange it by returning it with proof of purchase and all original

equipment packaged with the original product to the dealer from which it

was purchased. The replacement product will be covered by the limited

warranty for the balance of the two year period from the date of the original

purchase.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY.

This product is warranted against all

defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two years from the date

of purchase. The warranty on any accessories for this product, excluding

batteries, is limited to 90 days from the date the accessory is purchased.

To obtain warranty serVice, call Customer SerVice at 1-800-525-2579 for

warranty return instructions. The product must be properly packaged and

returned with all equipment that was included with the original product.

When you request warranty service, you must also present proof of purchase

documentation, which includes the date of purchase (for example, a receipt

or a bill of sale). DefectiVe products returned within the warranty period will

be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge, within ninety (90) days

or less. The cost of shipping the product to us is your responsibility. This

warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover

any malfunction, failure or defects resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect,

alteration, modification or unauthorized repairs. It applies only to the original

purchaser at retail, and may not be transferred. One World Technologies,

Inc. makes no warranties, representations or promises as to the quality or

performance of this product other than those specifically stated in this war-

ranty. Any implied warranties granted under state law, including warranties

of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to two years

from the date of purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. is not responsible

for direct, indirect, or incidental damages Some states do not allow limita-

tions on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of

incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you

may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

1428 Pearman Dairy Road

Anderson, SC 29625

Phone 1-800-525-2579

États-Unis, T éléphone 1-800-525-2579

USA, Teléfono 1-800-525-2579

www.ryobitools.com

RYOBI

®

is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.

RYOBI® est une marque déposée de Ryobi Limited utilisée sous licence.

RYOBI® es una marca comercial registrada de Ryobi Limited y es empleada medi-

ante autorización.



The moisture reference bar

(J)

beneath the LED screen will also light to

indicate the moisture range. The ranges vary based on which mode you

are using.

In Wall or Masonry modes:

Green = 0−30%

Yellow = 31−70%

Red = 71% +

In Softwood or Hardwood modes:

Green = 5−14%

Yellow = 15−17%

Red = 18% +

CAUTION:

These measurements are for reference only. Always consult a pro-

fessional before beginning any repairs.



When you are done taking measurements, press and hold the power

button

(C)

to turn the unit off.

B

F

E

D

C

I

A

J

G

H

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