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Taking Measurements

In order to take correct moisture content measurements,

ensure that the meter’s specific gravity (species) setting

is the correct one for your species of wood as listed in the

Species Setting Table or Species lists.

Be sure to press down firmly on the center of the meter

with approximately 3 pounds of force to ensure good

sensor plate contact with the wood surface. This is

especially important on rough-sawn lumber. Do not take

readings where there is a noticeable defect or knot in the

lumber.

If there is visible surface moisture or water, wipe off any

excess, and let the surface of the wood dry-out for a

couple of minutes, then take the reading. If possible, turn

the board over and measure the other side. If the

thickness of the piece is greater than 3 inches, it is a

good idea to take measurements on both sides.

Ensure that there is nothing (especially your hand or

metal) under the material you are measuring. The actual

moisture sensing area is a 2 ½ inch by 2 ½ inch

rectangle on the meter’s backside (opposite side of the

panel meter). In order to take a valid measurement, this

sensing area must be completely covered with the wood

you are measuring. If the sensing area is not completely

covered, your moisture reading will be inaccurate.

Additional meter corrections may be necessary if you are

measuring Raft Wood (salt water permeated), or lumber

treated with Copper, Chrome, Arsenic (CCA), or

Ammonical, Copper, Quantenary (ACQ). Contact Wagner

Technical Services for further information for these

applications.

Meter Storage

For a long service life, it is important to store your meter

properly. Avoid excessively hot or cold locations. Do not

store the meter in an area with excessive electro-

magnetic interference, such as near an electric motor, or

where it could be crushed, such as in front of a forklift. Do

not leave the meter in an operating kiln during the drying

cycle.

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