TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 J-2000 Features 3 Before You Begin 3 Check Calibration 4 Set Species 5 Species Code Chart 6 Set Temperature 7 Set Pin Calibration 7 Taking a Reading 8 Information About Your Readings 8 To Check Accumulated Readings...
Resistance technology recognized worldwide as the most accurate method for measuring wood MC 6% to 40% MC wood (Douglas Fir ref) 6% to 60% MC wood (J-2000/X) Averages up to 100 accumulated readings User-selectable corrections for 48 species Built-in temperature compensation (F/C)
Duracell brand 9V. Continued use with a low battery may cause the meter to go out of calibration. If you have a fresh battery and the instrument still does not indicate a proper calibration, return it to DELMHORST for service. See Service for your Meter section.
Proper setting of each will insure the most accurate readings. SET SPECIES The J-2000 defaults to Species Code #1 - Douglas Fir - the USDA standard and basis for all Delmhorst calibrations. Because the electrical characteristics of different species vary, all species read differently at the same moisture con- tent.
COFI (code #48) and SPF-COFI (code #44) were developed by COFI. When comparing readings between the model RDM-2/COFI or the RDM-2S/COFI, used with type 26-E electrode with insulated pins, and the J-2000, be sure both meters are set to 2-pin electrode (insulated pins).
SET TEMPERATURE The J-2000 defaults to a temperature of 70ºF. As wood temperature increases, its electrical resistance decreases and indicated moisture content rises. Lower wood temperatures result in lower indicated moisture content. A correction is necessary if the wood temperature is outside the range of 50ºF (10ºC) to 90ºF (32ºC).
SET PIN CALIBRATION The basic factory calibration of the J-2000 is for use with non-insulated pins. Insulated pins read lower than non-insu- lated ones. The difference is small below 10% MC but increases as the moisture content increases above 10%.
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR READINGS Readings below 6% will be displayed as a numeric value, (-##.#), but will not be added to the accumulated readings in memory. Readings below 6% due to temperature and species adjustments will be shown as a numeric value with no minus sign.
CARE OF YOUR METER To keep your meter in good working order: Store your meter in a clean, dry place. The protective carrying case provided is an ideal storage place when the meter is not in use. Change the 9-Volt battery as needed. Use only EverReady or Duracell brand batteries.
If this does not resolve the problem please send your meter back to Delmhorst for repair. Go to HYPERLINK "http://www.delmhorst.com" www.delmhorst.com and click on Support and then download the Return Form. If you require further assistance please call 877-DELMHORST (335-6467) or 973-334-2557.
WARRANTY Delmhorst Instrument Co., referred to hereafter as Delmhorst, guarantees its J-2000 meter for one year from date of purchase and any optional electrodes against defects in material or workmanship for 90 days. If, within the warranty period, you find any defect in material or workmanship return the meter following the instructions in the Service for Your Meter section.
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