- if there are any metallic materials included in the
surface being scanned (e.g. in tiles), measuring
indicator P continuously shows an amplitude; in that
case use "Focus" button D and observe "Focus"
measuring indicator R only
- in case of steel wire mesh and reinforcements in the
surface being scanned, measuring indicator P shows
an amplitude over the complete surface; use "Focus"
button D and observe "Focus" measuring indicator R
only
- typically for steel wire mesh is that symbol S is
displayed directly above the iron bars and symbol T is
displayed in between the iron bars
● Detecting wooden objects 4
- press button B and position the tool on the surface to
be scanned
- press "Focus" button D and hold it in that position
while moving the tool over the surface (ensure that
felt pads J have contact with the surface)
- when a wooden object is detected, red light F turns
on and an amplitude is displayed in measuring
indicator P; move the tool over the surface repeatedly
to localise the wooden object more precisely
- as long as the tool is above the wooden object, red
light F remains on and a steady acoustic signal
sounds
- measuring indicator P has the greatest amplitude
over the centre of the wooden object
- mark the location with a pencil through marking
opening I, if needed
NOTES:
- when a wooden object happens to be located under
the surface on which the tool was positioned at the
start of the search, and when the tool was moved
after that, measuring indicator P, symbol Y and light F
will start flashing; reposition the tool on the surface
and press "Focus" button D again
! "Focus" measuring indicator R cannot be used
when searching wooden objects
- be aware that in the wood-detection mode also metal
objects are found up to approximately 40 mm depth;
switch to metal-detection mode in order to
differentiate (no signal: wooden beam)
● Detecting live wires/conductors 5
! only live wires/conductors with 50 or 60 Hz of
alternating current can be detected (other
wires/conductors are indicated as metal objects)
- live wires/conductors are detected while searching for
metal as well as wooden objects
- when the tool comes close to a live wire/conductor,
red light F starts flashing and the acoustic signal
sounds with a rapid tone sequence
NOTES:
- for easier detection connect power consumers (e.g.
lamps, appliances) to the wire/conductor being
sought and switch them on
- under certain conditions, such as behind metal
surfaces or behind surfaces with high water content,
live wires/conductors cannot be detected with
certainty (these areas are recognised in the metal-
detection mode); when all over a rather large area a
measuring value is indicated, the measuring
sensitivity is disturbed and the search for live wires/
conductors is unreliable
- wires that are not “live” can be found as metal objects
with the metal-detection mode; how-ever, stranded
cables are not indicated (contrary to solid copper
conductors)
● Acoustic signal
- the acoustic signal can be switched on and off by
pressing button C and button B simultaneously
- symbol V appears in display when the acoustic signal
is switched off
● Belt bag for easy and convenient storage 6
MAINTENANCE
● When measuring indicator P continuously shows an
amplitude without a metal object being in the vicinity, the
tool can be calibrated manually:
- remove all metal objects in the vicinity of the tool
(including wrist watches or rings of metal)
- hold the tool up in the air
- switch off the tool and press both "on/off" button A
and metal-detection button C until red light F and
green light E light up simultaneously
- release buttons A and C
- after a few seconds the tool returns to the normal
metal-detection mode and is ready for operation
again
● Clean the tool with a dry, soft cloth (do not use cleaning
agents or solvents)
● Do not remove felt pads J and replace them when they
are damaged or used
● When the check mark behind symbol U flashes for
longer periods, or is not displayed at all anymore,
reliable scanning is no longer possible; in this case send
the tool to your dealer or the nearest Skil service-station
● Do not attach stickers (especially metal ones) to the
sensor area on the front or back side of the tool
● Always store the tool indoors in its protective
carton/case
● Always keep the tool free of dust, moisture and direct
sunlight
● Do not disassemble or modify the tool in any way
GUARANTEE / ENVIRONMENT
● This Skil product is guaranteed in accordance with
statutory/country-specific regulations; damage due to
normal wear and tear, overload or improper handling will
be excluded from the guarantee
● In case of a complaint, send the tool undismantled
together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the
nearest Skil service-station (addresses are listed on
www.skileurope.com)
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