Protimeter MMS3 Manual de usuario

MMS3

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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OCT 2021

Quick start guide

Before getting started, the batteries should be installed

in the compartment.

Functions of Keys

1. Power :

a) Press to turn ON the device.

b) Press and hold / long press to turn OFF

the device.

c) Press to select from the menu.

2. UP / Increment :

a) Navigate up through menu.

b) Increment the number in configuration.

3. DOWN / Decrement :

a) Navigate down through menu.

b) Decrement the number in configuration.

4. Ref/ Right/ Record/ Hold :

a. Press to hold and release reading while

in measurement.

b. Press to record value while in

measurement.

c. Press and hold to get in to reference

mode while in measurement as well as to

exit from the reference mode.

d. Press to move through selection while in

configuration menu.

5. Back :

a) Press to navigate back to previous

screen. When pressed while in

measurement, screen is navigated to

Menu.

Notes: -

1. If the unit is being stored in shelf for a long time, it

is better to remove batteries.

2. For better backup and expected battery life,

replace with recommended batteries.

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1. Introduction 1

2. Safety Considerations 1

3. Product Components and accessories 2

3.1. Switching the MMS3 On and Off 3

4. MMS3 Modes 4

4.1. Pin moisture meter-selection and use 4

4.1a Using auxiliary deep wall moisture probes in

measure mode 5

4.1b Detecting hygroscopic salts 6

4.2. Pinless moisture meter – selection and use 6

4.3. Hygrometer – selection and use 8

4.4. Psychrometric – Selection and use 9

4.4a Dew Point 10

4.4b Grains per pound/ grams per kilogram 10

4.4c Enthalpy 10

4.4d Vapor pressure 10

4.5 Condensator mode 11

4.5a Surface temperature probe (contact based)

Selection and use 11

4.5b Surface temperature IR (non-contact based)

selection and use 11

4.6 Logging – selection and use 12

4.6a Manual logging 12

4.6b continuous logging 12

4.7 Settings – selection and use 13

4.7a Language 13

4.7b Bluetooth 14

4.7c Set unit 14

4.7d Custom 15

4.7e Sensitivity mode 15

4.7f Date and time 16

4.7g Auto off 16

4.7h Set Brightness 17

4.7i Buzzer on/off 18

4.7j Calibration 18

4.7k Set logging parameters 19

4.7l Clear logged data 20

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4.7m USB communication 21

4.8 Instructions – selection and use 21

4.9 About – Selection and use 21

5. System behaviour during low battery 22

6. System errors 22

7. Diagnostic procedure guidelines 23

8. Care and maintenance 25

9. Technical Specifications 26

9.1 Operating conditions 26

9.2 Measurement Specifications 26

9.2a Humidity Measurement 26

9.2b Moisture Measurement 27

9.3 Physical Specifications 27

9.3a Power 27

9.3b Size (W x H x D) 27

9.3c Gross weight 27

9.3d Maximum needle depth 27

9.3e Buzzer 28

9.4 Regulatory compliance 28

9.5 User Interface 28

9.5a Keypad 28

9.5b Display 28

9.5c Language 28

9.5d User application profiles 28

9.5e PC interface 28

9.5f Data logging 28

1.Introduction

The Protimeter Moisture Measurement

System3 (Protimeter MMS3) is a powerful and versatile

instrument for measuring and diagnosing dampness in

buildings and building materials. This product enables

building surveyors and other practitioners to measure

moisture levels of building elements such as walls, floors

and building environments simply by switching between

the five different modes of operation. In this way, a

detailed understanding of the moisture condition of the

property can be obtained. Inbuilt wireless capability and

the dedicated app help capture all the interested values

into files or as pictures making it easy for analysis.

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2. Safety considerations

•Caution notes for the WME pins –The pin

moisture measurement pins are extremely sharp,

and the instrument should be handled with due

care. The pins should be covered with the cap

provided with the unit when the function is not in

use.

•IR temperature measurement - Please note that

the readings are indicative readings outside the

measurement range of the IR temperature mode

and the accuracy of the measurement is not

guaranteed outside the range.

•Calibration of unit -The accuracy specifications of

the product are valid for one year after the date of

calibration, and the product requires recalibration

after this period.

Laser pointers are effective tools when used properly,

but the following considerations must be observed when

using laser pointers:

•Never look directly into the laser beam.

•Never point a laser beam at a person.

•Do not aim the laser beam at reflective surfaces.

•Never view a laser beam using an optical

instrument, such as binoculars or a microscope.

•Do not allow children to use laser pointers unless

under the supervision of an adult.

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•Use only laser pointers meeting the following

criteria:

oLabelled with FDA certification stating

“DANGER: Laser Radiation” for Class 3R

lasers or “CAUTION: Laser Radiation” for

Class 2 lasers.

oClassified as Class 2 or 3R according to

the label. Do not use Class 3b or Class 4

products.

oOperates at a wavelength between 630

nm and 680 nm.

oHas a maximum output less than 5 mW,

the lower the better.

3. Product Components and Accessories

The MMS3 instrument measures the different

parameters in the buildings: room temperature, room

humidity, building material moisture, surface moisture

and surface temperature (contact and non-contact

method). To measure all the above-mentioned

parameters, MMS3 uses different sensors, along with a

variety of accessories for convenient measurements.

The following external connections are found on the

instrument (see the figure below)

MMS3 interfaces

Probe socket:- This edge connection socket is for use

with a Hygrostick, Quikstick or Short Quikstick probe.

Pin moisture probe:- This jack connection socket is for

use with a moisture probe, Deep wall probes or a

Hammer electrode.

Surface temp probe:- This jack connection socket is for

use with the direct contact surface temperature sensor.

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USB socket: - This is for connection to a PC when using

the optional MMS3 logging software as well as to

upgrade the device firmware.

•The Hygrostick (POL4750), Quikstick (POL8750)

and Short Quikstick (POL8751) probes measure

relative humidity (%RH) and ambient air

temperature in rooms or materials. They can be

connected to the MMS3 instrument either directly

or by means of the extension lead.

•The surface temperature sensor is used when

investigating condensation situations.

•The moisture probe is used to obtain percent

moisture content values in wood or wood moisture

equivalent (WME) values in other nonconductive

materials.

•Multiple probe types are available, including

hammer probes and deep wall probes.

3.1 Switching the MMS3 ON and OFF

Prior to initial use, ensure that the pull tab is removed

from the battery compartment.

Note: The battery level is indicated by an icon on the

display header. When the battery indicator starts blinking,

replace the battery.

To switch the MMS3 ON, press the power button until

you see the initial screen.

Note: The MMS3 switches OFF automatically after 2 minutes if

no activity is observed, unless the default settings are changed

(see Section “Auto Off”, for instructions).

If the Bluetooth is turned ON, unit will not consider Auto off

and will remain ON until turned OFF manually.

To switch the instrument OFF immediately, press

and hold for at least 3 seconds. Once has been

depressed for 3 seconds or more, the text string

DEVICE IS SWITCHING OFF appears on the display.

When is released, the text string disappears and the unit

switches OFF. Whenever the battery voltage falls below

the threshold value, the battery indicator will start

blinking. If the battery voltage falls

below the operating level, the instrument prompts with

the message: BATTERY LOW

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The Protimeter MMS3 can be used to detect and

measure moisture in non-conductive solid materials

such as wood, drywall and masonry. The MMS3 can

measure the different parameters in building

applications: room temperature, room relative humidity,

surface temperature with contact and non-contact

method, qualitative measurements, and precise and

localized moisture content measurements in wood or

WME values in materials other than wood.

4. MMS3 Modes

4.1 Pin moisture meter – Selection and use

If the meter is in a measurement mode by default, press

back button to get back to menu mode. From menu

select “PIN MOISTURE METER” by pressing .

Connect the moisture probe, deep wall probe, or

Hammer electrode into the corresponding socket of the

MMS3 instrument.

The instrument can now be used to take actual %MC

(moisture content) readings in wood and %WME

readings in non-conductive solid materials other than

wood by placing the moisture probe pins in firm contact

with the surface as shown. The measured value is

displayed, and the background colour indicates whether

the material is in a DRY, AT RISK or WET condition.

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Note: The MMS3 has the capability to show %MC

value for 8 wood types.

When the instrument is in Pin Moisture Meter mode, by

default it displays WME WOODTYPE A (see the

Protimeter wood calibration chart)

Use the up and down buttons

to navigate between different wood types. From Wood

Type B to Wood Type H, if MC% is greater than 30.0,

ABOVE FIBER SAT will be displayed as the wood

status, otherwise the wood status will not be displayed.

When using the built-in pins, the operator should make

firm contact on the surface. It is not necessary or

recommended to push the pins deeply below the

surface.

4.1a Using Auxiliary Deep Wall Moisture Probes in

Measure Mode

To take sub-surface readings in masonry, the deep wall

probes should be used instead of the standard moisture

probe. To use the deep wall probes, drill two 1/4” (6 mm)

diameter clearance holes, spaced 2-3 in. (50-75 mm)

apart, to the required depth.

MC%WME Display Indication Progress bar

<6 ---.-

≥6 but <17 MC %W ME value DRY Green

≥17 but <20 MC%W ME value RISK Yellow

≥20 MC %W ME va lu e WET Red

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