ABQINDUSTRIAL SKIPPER 5

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SKIPPER 5 MOISTURE METER

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- SMM5 -

For Marine Surveying

OPERATION

• Last scale used is memorized when power is shut down

and automatically selected next time unit is powered up.

• Hold/freeze: Press once. In HOLD mode the Hold LED

will flash continuously. Press

again to release hold.

(If powered down while on Hold, the Skipper 5 will retain

information until powered up and hold is pressed again to

release)

• T

urn Audio signal on or off by pressing HOLD/AUDIO

twice in quick succession.

• Automatic power timeout (5 mins) conserves battery life.

• Press to switch ON/OFF .

Press to select the required mode/scale.

• Press fully against the surface of the material

• When using with the app, place and press the meter on

the surface, record the reading, lift and repeat.

• Readings are instant and displayed on analog dial.

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ABQ Industrial LP USA

Tel: +1 (281) 516-9292 / (888) 275-5772

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info@abqindustrial.net

Distributed by:

ABQ Industrial LP USA

Tel: +1 (281) 516-9292 / (888) 275-5772

eFax: +1 (866) 234-0451

Web: http

://www.abqindustrial.net E-mail:

info@abqindustrial.net

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Summary

Skipper 5 Moisture Meter Operation

Powering On and Mode Selection

Switch the meter ON/OFF and select the required mode/scale for measurement.

Measurement and App Integration

Press meter against material; use app to record readings via placement and repeat.

Hold;Freeze and Audio Functions

Freeze readings by pressing HOLD, release by pressing again. Toggle audio signal by pressing HOLD/AUDIO twice.

Power Management Features

Last scale is memorized. Automatic power timeout conserves battery life.

Skipper 5 Moisture Meter Scales

Wood Moisture Content Scale

Upper scale (5-30) indicates moisture content (MC%) for wood products.

Comparative Moisture Scale

Lower scale (0-100) is comparative, used for materials other than wood.

Depth Penetration

Provides dual-depth penetration: shallow up to 3/8" (10mm) and deep up to 11/4" (30mm).

Material Scale Sensitivity

The Skipper 5 has 3 ranges: Hardwood, Shallow Depth, and G.R.P.

Skipper 5 Moisture Meter Bluetooth and Troubleshooting

Bluetooth Connectivity

Switch Bluetooth ON/OFF; readings are sent to the Tramex App on your mobile device.

Calibration and Warranty

Obtain warranty online; annual calibrations and check boxes are recommended.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Diagnose issues like flashing LEDs, low batteries, or frozen meters.

User Guide Access

Access the complete User Guide online via a provided link or QR code.

The Tramex Skipper 5 Moisture Meter (model SMM5) is a non-destructive, dual-depth moisture meter designed for marine surveying. It is manufactured by Tramex and distributed by ABQ Industrial LP USA.

Function Description

The Skipper 5 is used to measure moisture content in various materials, particularly in marine environments. It features two scales: an upper scale (5-30) for indicating moisture content (MC%) in wood products, and a lower comparative scale (0-100) for recording and comparing moisture conditions in materials other than wood. The device provides instant readings displayed on an analog dial. It also has Bluetooth connectivity, allowing readings to be sent to the Tramex App on a mobile device.

Important Technical Specifications

Measurement Scales:
- Wood Moisture Content (MC%): 5-30%
- Comparative Scale: 0-100
Penetration Depths:
- Shallow Depth: up to 3/8" (10mm)
- Deep Depth: up to 1 1/4" (30mm)
Sensitivity Ranges: The Skipper 5 offers three ranges of sensitivity:
- Hardwood
- Shallow Depth
- G.R.P. (Glass Reinforced Plastic)
Connectivity: Bluetooth for integration with the Tramex App.
Power Management: Automatic power timeout after 5 minutes to conserve battery life.

Usage Features

Operation:
- Power On/Off: Press the power button to switch the unit ON/OFF.
- Mode/Scale Selection: Press the mode button to select the desired mode or scale. The last scale used is memorized and automatically selected when the unit is powered up again.
- Measurement: Press the meter fully against the surface of the material to take a reading. Readings are instant and displayed on the analog dial.
- App Integration: When using with the Tramex App, place and press the meter on the surface, record the reading, lift, and repeat.
Hold/Freeze Function:
- Press the HOLD button once to activate. In HOLD mode, the Hold LED will flash continuously.
- Press the HOLD button again to release the hold.
- If the device is powered down while in Hold mode, it will retain the information until powered up and the HOLD button is pressed again to release.
Audio Signal: The audio signal can be turned ON or OFF by pressing the HOLD/AUDIO button twice in quick succession.
Bluetooth Control: Press the Bluetooth button to switch Bluetooth ON/OFF. Readings will then be sent to the Tramex App on your mobile device.

Maintenance Features

Warranty: Warranty registration can be done online at tramexmeters.com/register.
Calibration: Annual calibrations are recommended as best practice to ensure accuracy. Calibration Check Boxes can be purchased for regular checks.
Battery Life: The device includes an automatic power timeout feature (5 minutes) to conserve battery life.
Troubleshooting:
- All LEDs flashing when powered up: Indicates low batteries that will soon need replacement.
- Single LED flashing and meter frozen: Indicates the Skipper 5 is in HOLD mode. Press the HOLD button to release it.
User Guide: A complete User Guide is available online via a provided link or QR code (http://l.ead.me/bb30xw).