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TRAMEX SKIPPER 5 User Manual

TRAMEX SKIPPER 5
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USER GUIDE
SKIPPER 5
MOISTURE METER
FOR MARINE SURVEYING
- SMM5 -

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TRAMEX SKIPPER 5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeNon-destructive moisture meter
Resolution0.1%
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
DisplayDigital LCD
Power Supply9V battery
Battery LifeApproximately 200 hours
Weight250g (9oz)
ApplicationsWood, and other building materials

Summary

INTRODUCTION

The Tramex Meters App

Visualize, photograph and Geo-tag meter readings with the Tramex Meters App.

Skipper 5 - How it works

Explains the operational principle of the Skipper 5 and its field penetration depths.

SHALLOW-DEPTH FUNCTIONALITY

DIAGNOSIS AND APPLICATIONS

Osmosis in GRP

Details using Scale 3 for GRP boats to detect osmosis and potential blistering issues.

Wooden Boats

Explains using Scale 1 for wooden boats to monitor drying and identify moisture problems.

INSTRUMENT FEATURES AND OPERATION

Instrument Features

Outlines key features, scales, controls, and indicators of the Skipper 5.

Operating Instructions

Provides step-by-step guidance on using the Skipper 5, including button functions and scale selection.

Scales and Sensitivity

Describes the different scales (Hardwood, Shallow Depth, G.R.P.) and their sensitivity settings.

MATERIAL TESTING GUIDES

Scale 1 - Hardwood

Explains how to use Scale 1 for testing moisture content in wood, including acceptable levels.

Depth Of Field Penetration

Explains how the instrument's field penetrates different materials based on density.

Specific Gravity (S.G.)

Explains how Specific Gravity affects moisture meter readings and provides adjustment tables.

Scale 2: Shallow Depth

Details the use of the Shallow Depth scale for surface moisture detection and comparative analysis.

Scale 3 - G.R.P.

Explains how to use Scale 3 for moisture detection in GRP materials, identifying osmosis.

SURVEYING, NOTES, AND SUPPORT

Surveying Guidelines

Provides recommended procedures and conditions for conducting moisture surveys on boat hulls.

Notes

Provides important notes and clarifications regarding calibration, material thickness, and surface readings.

Limitations and Warranty

Details the limitations of the Skipper 5 and the warranty terms and conditions.

Safety

Highlights the user's responsibility for establishing appropriate safety and health practices for instrument use.

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