BM12
EN
OPERATING MANUAL
MOISTURE MEASURING
DEVICE
TRT-BA-BM12-TC-001-EN
Table of contents
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Information about the device
Notes regarding the operating manual .................................... 1
Information about the device................................................... 1
Technical data ........................................................................ 2
Safety ..................................................................................... 2
Transport and storage............................................................. 3
Operation................................................................................ 3
Measuring principle ................................................................ 5
Maintenance and repair .......................................................... 6
Disposal.................................................................................. 6
Declaration of conformity........................................................ 6
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Danger!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to injuries.
Caution!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to damage to property.
The current version of the operating manual can be found at:
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Description of the device
By use of the moisture measuring device BM12 the humidity level
of wood and building material can be determined.
Additionally, the ambient temperature can be measured in °C
or °F.
For the display a background illumination can be switched on as
well.
Device depiction
Legal notice
This release replaces all previous versions. No part of this
publication may be reproduced without written permission from
TROTEC
duplicating or spreading the publication. Subject to technical
changes. All rights reserved. Trademarks are used without
guarantee that they may be used freely and primarily following
the spelling of the manufacturer. Product names are registered.
Changes to construction in the interests of constant
improvements to the product, as well as changes to the shape
and colour are reserved.
The scope of delivery may vary from product images. This
document was created with all due care. TROTEC
liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or omissions.
The only party responsible for determining measured results to be
valid, drawing conclusions and deriving actions is the user!
TROTEC
the determined measured values or measured results. Further,
TROTEC
damage which have been caused by utilising the determined
measured results. © TROTEC
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No. Operating element
1 Measuring tips with protective cap
2 Display
3 Mode key
4 Battery compartment with cover
5On/Off key
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Display
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No. Display element
6 Battery indication
7 Indication for automatic switch-off
8 Indication of the building moisture measuring mode
9 Indication of the temperature unit
10 Indication of the measured temperature value
11 Percentage
12 Indication of the measured humidity value
13 Indication of the wood moisture measuring mode
Technical data
Measuring principle: Resistance measuring method
Length of measuring tips: 8 mm
Measuring range: Wood moisture: 6 to 44 %
Building moisture: 0.2 to 2.0 %
Temperature: 0 to 50 °C
Measuring range resolution Wood moisture: 1 %
Building moisture: 0.1 %
Temperature: 1 °C
Accuracy: Wood moisture: ± 2 %
Building moisture: ± 0.2 %
Temperature: ±1 °C
Ambient temperature: 0 to 50 °C with 0 to 85 % RH
Power supply: 4 x LR44 button cells
Automatic switch-off: after approx. 2 minutes
Safety
Carefully read the operating manual before using the device and keep it within reach!
• Do not use the device in atmospheres containing oil, sulphur,
chlorine or salt.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see chapter
Technical data).
Intended use
Only use the device to measure the moisture level of wood and
building materials. Here, read and observe the technical data.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by TROTEC
Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres, for
measurements in liquids or at live parts. TROTEC
liability for damages resulting from improper use. In such a case,
entitlements to a warranty are forfeited. Any unauthorised
modifications, alterations or structural changes to the device are
forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
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Scope of delivery
• 1 x Moisture measuring device BM12
• 4 x LR44 button cells
• 1 x Getting started guide
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