303240 - Hygrometer Brandson - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Moisture meter for wood and other materials
Brand	Brandson
Model	303240
Power supply	4 button cell batteries 1.5 V LR44
Measuring range (wood)	6% – 44%
Measuring range (other materials)	0.2% – 2%
Resolution	1%
Accuracy	±2%
Ambient temperature	0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F)
Display	Digital display with switchable backlight
Main functions	Moisture measurement of wood and other materials, switching between wood/other modes, temperature display in °C/°F, manual shut-off by holding POWER
Package contents	Moisture measuring device, user manual
Features	Sharp measuring probes, protective cap, backlight
Maintenance and cleaning	Wipe after use, keep the device dry
Safety	Very sharp probes – keep out of reach of children, do not point at people or animals, put the cap back after use
Spare parts and repairability	Unauthorised repairs void the warranty; no details on spare parts provided
General information	Compliant with WEEE directive 2012/19/EU, WEEE registration number DE 67896761

Frequently Asked Questions - 303240 Brandson

How to turn on the Brandson 303240 moisture meter?

Press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds. The display then shows 00%.

How to turn off the device?

Press and hold the POWER button again for about 2 seconds until the display turns off.

How to turn the backlight on or off?

Briefly press the POWER button to turn the backlight on or off.

How to switch between wood mode and other materials mode?

Briefly press the MODE button to switch between wood mode (tree symbol) and other materials mode (house symbol).

How to change the temperature unit (°C/°F)?

Press and hold the MODE button for about 2 seconds to switch between °C and °F.

Which batteries to use and how to insert them?

Use 4 button cell batteries of 1.5 V type LR44. Open the battery compartment at the back and insert them observing polarity: the flat contact (+) faces the spiral.

How to perform a measurement?

Remove the protective cap, insert the probes about 5 mm into the material to be measured (wood or other). The device displays the moisture content as a percentage. Caution: the probes are very sharp, handle with care.

How to clean and maintain the moisture meter?

Wipe the device after each use with a dry cloth. Keep it dry. If the display becomes dim, replace the batteries. Remove the batteries if not used for an extended period.

What are the important safety precautions?

The probes are very sharp – never point them at people or animals. Keep the device out of reach of children. Always put the protective cap back after use to avoid injury.

How to dispose of the device at the end of its life?

Do not dispose of the device in household waste. In accordance with the WEEE directive, take it to a public collection point, the seller, or the manufacturer for proper recycling. Used batteries must also be disposed of at specific collection points (crossed-out bin symbol).

USER MANUAL 303240 Brandson

Thank you for choosing a Brandon product. Please read the following user manual carefully so that you can enjoy the purchased product for a long time.

1. Scope of delivery

• Wood moisture analyser
- User manual

2. Technical data

Power supply 4x LR44 1.5V	batteries
Measuring range (moisture in %)	6% - 44% (wood)0.2% - 2% (other materials)
Resolution 1%
Accuracy ± 2%
Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F-104°F)
Features • Measuring the	moisture level of wood and other materialsBacklight (can be switched on and off)

3. Functions

The moisture analyser allows you to determine the moisture level in an object made of wood, or alternatively any other material. On the one hand, this enables efficient processing such as milling, machining, gluing, laminating, varnishing and painting. On the other hand, the analysis reduces the risk of decomposition and rotting in order to prevent any damage. Thanks to the backlight that can be switched on and off, you can always see and read the value on the display easily.

4. Product details

5. Commissioning

Take the device out of the package and remove all the packaging material. Open the battery compartment on the back of the device and insert four 1.5V button cell batteries (Type LR44). Ensure that the polarity of the contacts is correct while inserting the batteries. The flat "+" contact has to face the spring. Press the "POWER" button for about 2 seconds to switch on the power supply. The display of the device shows "00%". Remove the protective cap from the probe. Perform the test by carefully pressing (without applying too much force) on the outside of the probes. Ensure that your fingers are dry. If the display shows a value of approximately 15-20%, then the device is working properly.

Press the "POWER" button briefly to switch the backlight on and off.

The probes are very sharp! Ensure that you do not injure yourself!

After testing the device, insert the probe about 5mm into the piece of wood whose moisture level has to be measured. Pressing once again stops the measurement. Press and hold the "POWER" button for about 2 seconds to switch off the device.

Ensure that you replace the protective cap on the probes. Otherwise there is a risk of injury!

6. "Mode" button

Press the "Mode" button for about 2 seconds to toggle the temperature unit between °C and °F. Press the "Mode" button briefly to toggle the current measurement between wood (tree symbol) and other materials (house symbol).

7. Additional information about this device

• The probes are very sharp. Ensure that children do not play with it!
• Keep the device dry and wipe it briefly after use to ensure long life.
• Please replace the 1.5V button cells if the display becomes dim or the measurement can not be performed correctly.
• Remove the batteries if you do not use the device for a long time!
• Do not point the probes at people or pets! There is a risk of injury!

8. Safety instructions and liability disclaimer

Never try to open the device to carry out repairs or conversions. Avoid contact with mains voltages. Do not short-circuit the product. The device is not certified for use in the open air; only use it in dry conditions. Protect it from high humidity, water and snow. Keep it away from high temperatures. Do not subject the device to sudden changes in temperature or heavy vibration as this might damage electronic components. Examine the device for damage before using it. The unit should not be used if it has received an impact or has been damaged in any other way. Please observe national regulations and restrictions. Do not use the device for purposes other than those described in the instructions. This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children or mentally impaired persons. Any repair or alteration to the device not carried out by the original supplier, will invalidate the warranty or guarantee. The product may only be used by persons who have read and understood these instructions. The device specifications may change without any separate prior notice to this effect.

9. Disposal instructions

Electrical and electronic devices may only be disposed of in accordance with the European WEEE Directive and not with household rubbish. Components must be disposed of or recycled separately as dangerous, toxic elements can inflict sustained damage on the environment if they are disposed of incorrectly. As a consumer, you are bound by the Electrical and Electronic Devices Act (ElektroG) to return electrical and electronic goods free of charge at the end of their useful life to the manufacturer, the place of purchase or to specially set up, public collection points. The details in each case are governed by national law. The symbol on the product, the operating instructions and/or the packaging refers to these regulations. By separating materials in this way, recycling and disposing of old devices, you are making an important contribution towards protecting our environment.

10. Instructions on the disposal of batteries

With regard to the sale of batteries or the supply of devices containing batteries, the supplier is obliged to draw the customer's attention to the following:

As the end user, the customer has a statutory obligation to return used batteries. He can return old batteries stocked or previously stocked by the supplier in the form of new batteries to the supplier's despatch warehouse (despatch address) free of charge. The symbols shown on the batteries have the following meanings: Pb = battery contains more than 0.004 percent by mass of lead, Cd = battery contains more than 0.002 percent by mass of cadmium, Hg = battery contains more than 0.0005 percent by mass of quicksilver.

The symbol of the rubbish bin with a cross through it indicates that the battery may not be put in household waste.

WEEE guideline: 2012/19/EU WEEE register number: DE 67896761

WD Plus GmbH, herewith declares that this product 303240/20180324SZ231 conforms to the principle requirements and other relevant stipulations. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: WD Plus GmbH, Wohlenbergstraße 16, 30179 Hanover