The StudSensor™ Pro LCD features two scanning modes:
- STUD SCAN: Locates the edges of wood and metal studs up to 3⁄4 in. (19 mm) deep
- DEEPSCAN®: Locates the edges of wood and metal studs up to 11⁄2 in. (38 mm) deep
WireWarning® detection automatically detects and alerts the user to live AC wires in STUD SCAN and DEEPSCAN® modes. When AC voltage is detected, the AC WireWarning® icon will be displayed on screen.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
NOTE: DO NOT LOOSEN OR REMOVE SCREW ON THE BACK OF THE UNIT.
Squeeze sides of clip to help release clip end.
Slide 9-Volt battery into compartment, terminal side first, matching (+) and (–) terminals from battery to case.
Replace the clip.
SELECTING THE MODE
Move selector switch to the desired mode: STUD SCAN for finding wood or metal studs or DEEPSCAN® for finding studs behind walls more than 3⁄4 inch (19 mm) thick.
Unit will remain off if Power button is not depressed.
FINDING A STUD
Always scan for studs with the scanner placed flat against the wall. Move the mode switch to STUD SCAN, place the tool flat against the wall, then press and hold the Power button. Wait for beep to confirm calibration has completed before moving scanner.
Continue to hold in the Power button then slowly slide unit horizontally across the wall, left or right. As you begin to approach a stud, the arrow segments will begin to turn on.
When the full arrow is first displayed, the SpotLite® beam shines, and a steady tone sounds, you have located the edge of the stud. Mark this spot.
Without releasing Power button, continue scanning beyond marked spot until some segments of the arrow turn off. Slide unit in reverse direction to locate other edge of stud.
Mark this second spot. Middle of stud is centered between the two marks.
WIREWARNING® DETECTION
WireWarning® detection works continuously in STUD SCAN and DEEPSCAN® modes. When live AC voltage is detected, the WireWarning® indicator will appear on the display. If scanning begins over a live AC wire, the WireWarning® indicator will flash continuously. Use extreme caution in these circumstances or whenever live AC is present.
Electrical field locators may not detect live AC wires if moisture is present in the wall, or if wires are more than 2 in. (51 mm) from the scanned surface, in plastic conduit or behind a plywood shear wall or metallic wall covering. Do not rely exclusively on the detector to locate items behind the scanned surface. Use other information sources to help locate items before penetrating the surface. Such additional sources include construction plans, visible points of entry of pipes and wiring into walls, such as in a basement, and in standard 16 in. (41 cm) and 24 in. (61 cm) stud spacing practices.
DO NOT ASSUME THERE ARE NO LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRES IN THE WALL. DO NOT TAKE ACTIONS THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS IF THE WALL CONTAINS A LIVE ELECTRICAL WIRE. ALWAYS TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER, GAS, AND WATER SUPPLIES BEFORE PENETRATING A SURFACE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
OPERATING TIPS
For optimum scanning results:
- To avoid surprises, remember that studs or joists are normally spaced 16 in. (41 cm) or 24 in. (61 cm) apart and are 11⁄2 in. (38 mm) in width. Anything closer together or a different width may not be a stud, joist, or firebreak.
Always turn off the power when working near electrical wires.
WORKING WITH DIFFERENT MATERIALS
StudSensor™ Pro LCD is for use on dry interior walls only.
Note: Sensing depth and accuracy can vary due to moisture, content of materials, wall texture, and paint.
StudSensor™ Pro LCD can scan effectively through most sheet materials, including:
- Bare wood flooring (in DEEPSCAN® mode)
StudSensor™ Pro LCD is not designed to scan materials such as:
HELPFUL HINTS (See also Operating Tips)
| Situation | Probable Causes | Solutions |
| All LCD icons flash and the unit beeps continuously. | | |
| Unable to detect studs in STUD SCAN mode. Middle LCD segment doesn't turn on or flash in STUD SCAN mode. | |
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| The TruCal® icon turns on but, when scanning, unit doesn't do anything else. |
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| Working in DEEPSCAN® mode and can't detect studs. |
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| Detects other objects besides studs. | | |
| You suspect electrical wires, but do not detect any. | | |
| Area of voltage detection appears much larger than actual wire (AC only). | | |
DeepScan, SpotLite, StudSensor, TruCal, WireWarning, and Zircon are registered trademarks or trademarks of Zircon Corporation.
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LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY
Zircon Corporation, ("Zircon") warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. Any in-warranty defective product returned to the place of purchase with proof of purchase date will replaced at retailer´s option. This warranty is limited to the electronic circuitry and original case of the product and specifically excludes damage caused by abuse, unreasonable use or neglect. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and no other representations or claims of any nature shall bind or obligate Zircon. Any implied warranties applicable to this product are limited to the two years period following its purchase.
IN NO EVENT WILL ZIRCON BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT
FCC Part 15 Class B Registration Warning
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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