CONCRETE MOISTURE ENCOUNTER X5 USER GUIDE
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Factors Affecting Moisture Readings
The readings of all moisture meters are influenced by
the characteristics of different species of wood as well
as temperature and other factors listed below:
Species
Different species of wood can vary in density and
conductivity, which can have an effect on the electri-
cal resistance of the wood. This can influence meter
readings for the same moisture content and can also
apply to similar species from different origins. A species
adjustment table is provided on page 39 to 50.
Temperature
Meter readings can be affected by wood temperature.
The Wood Probe is calibrated at 20°C (68°F). At wood
temperatures above 20°C (68°F), the meter readings
are higher and at wood temperatures below 20°C
(68°F) the meter readings are lower. The CMEX5 has a
feature allowing for the adjustment of the temperature
calibration of PIN readings. The temperaturecompensa-
tionvalue that will be on the screen, and the value of this
will remain the same unless changed in the Full menu
(Pin Temperature).To change the PIN temperature,
press button to access Menu; scroll and press
button to select PIN TEMPERATURE; press and
buttons to adjust the temperature; press to
select; and to exit the menu.For reference, a tem-
perature adjustment chart is on page 37.