CONCRETE MOISTURE ENCOUNTER X5 USER GUIDE
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(b) On surface RH tests (RH hood method)
The Tramex RH Hood can be used to perform testing to
International Standards such as BS 8201, 8203, 5325.
The following components are required to perform a RH
Hood test: Concrete Moisture Encounter X5, Insulated
hood (RHIH), Hygro-i2 probe and interface.
Pre test guidelines
The Concrete Moisture Encounter X5 should be used
first in non-invasive mode to give an overall moisture
condition of the floor slab. These readings will
determine where to position the insulated hood. Careful
consideration should be given to location of test site.
The hood should not be located in direct sunlight or in
an area which can be accidently disturbed. The floor
slab surface should be abraded, cleaned of any foreign
materials and swept clean of any dust or loose materials
that could affect a proper seal between the hood and
surface of the floor. The floor should be prepared as
specified in the relevant standard.
1. Using a double-sided preformed adhesive/butyl
tape, seal the insulated RH hood to the concrete
surface.
2. Insert Hygro-i2 probe into the hood using the
insertion/ retrieval tool.
The sensor in the Hygro-i2 probe may take longer
to recover if exposed to readings above 93% and
can be damaged by prolonged exposure to high
humidity.
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