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MOISTURE ENCOUNTER 5 USER GUIDE
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SCALE 4: PLASTER (COMPARATIVE)
Scale 4 has a medium sensitivity and a deep non-
destructive penetrating field and can be used to detect
the presence of moisture in plastered walls and ceilings.
The moisture profile of the surface can be determined
by taking readings across the entire surface. Place and
press the meter lightly on the surface, record and repeat.
As calibration is not practical on this type of construction,
readings should be taken from the comparative bottom
line of the meter dial (0-100). The shallow depth scale
can be utilised for plaster if readings are required whilst
reducing the influence of the substrate materials.
Note - Acceptably Dry Plaster
The Moisture Encounter 5 will give low readings when
the plaster is acceptably dry. Due to the hygroscopic
nature of this material, moisture values are affected
by ambient humidity and thus can vary according to
the climate conditions. We recommend checking what
is ‘acceptably dry’ in your area and use the instrument
to compare these with readings that are ‘acceptable’
or 'unacceptable'.
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