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SKIPPER 5 MOISTURE METER USER GUIDE
NOTES
a. Your Skipper 5 is calibrated to give %MC moisture
readings when set on Scale 1 in Hardwood of 0.6
S.G. This reading is displayed on the upper scale of
the meter and is marked %MC Wood. When taking
readings on other boat construction materials such
as GRP or composite, the readings are qualitative
or comparative and should be taken from the lower
0 to 100 scale on the meter.
b. It should also be noted that when taking readings
on materials of a thickness of less than 25mm, the
substrate of these materials may have an effect on
the readings. Use Scale 2 Shallow Depth to elimi-
nate the effect of the substrate on the readings.
c. The moisture profile of a hull can be determined
by placing your Skipper 5 along the surface where
it will read through most thinly applied paints and
coatings.
d. The rubber electrodes of the Skipper 5 do not
scratch the protective coverings of the hull.
e. The Skipper 5 will help identify the different levels
of moisture even if not apparent on the surface.
f. Always consult coating or treatment manufactur-
ers recommendations for acceptably dry levels.
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