Protimeter BLD5800 User Manual

Moisture Measurement System
Instruction Manual
Protimeter MMS, Protimeter MMS Plus
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Protimeter BLD5800 Specifications

General

Brand	Protimeter
Model	BLD5800
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

1.0 Product Familiarisation

1.1 Switching the MMS On and Off

Explains the procedure for powering the MMS instrument on and off, including automatic shutdown.

1.2 Optional Accessories

Lists optional accessories that can be used with the Protimeter MMS and MMS Plus.

2.0 Moisture Meter Modes

2.1 Search Mode - Selection and Use

Guides on selecting and using the Search Mode for qualitative moisture readings in materials.

2.2.0 Measure Mode - Selection and Use

Details how to select and use the Measure Mode for precise moisture content readings in wood and materials.

2.2.1 Using Auxiliary Moisture Probes in Measure Mode

Explains the application of Deep Wall Probes and Hammer Electrodes in Measure Mode for sub-surface readings.

2.2.2 Detecting Hygroscopic Salts

Outlines the method for detecting hygroscopic salts using the MMS instrument with specific materials.

3. Hygrometer Mode - Selection and Use

4. Condensator Mode

5. Setup Mode

6. Holding and Logging Mode

7.0 Diagnostic Procedure Guidelines

8.0 Calibration Checking

9. Care and Maintenance

10. Technical Specification

APPENDIX 1

1 Rapid Moisture Level Assessment of Solid Floors

Details how to use Search Mode for initial moisture assessment of solid floors.

2 Equilibrium Relative Humidity Measurements in Solid Floors

Explains using Hygrometer Mode to measure ERH in solid floor slabs.

APPENDIX 2

BLD5800LH MMS 'Plus' - Additional Functions

Highlights additional functions of the MMS 'Plus' model, including specific humidity.