StudSensor
™
EDGE
Stud Finder
The Zircon StudSensor
™
EDGE stud finder finds the
edges of wood and metal studs up to ¾ in. (19 mm)
deep in walls. It features a sleek, high-impact case,
with a patented pinch grip design, and a new
SpotLite
®
Pointer.
1. INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Do not attempt to unscrew
the back of the tool.
Push in the battery door tab at the
bottom of the tool and open the door.
Insert a new 9 V battery, matching the
positive (+) and negative (-) terminals to
the icons printed on the back. Snap the
battery into place and replace the door.
2. IMPORTANT OPERATING TIPS—
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
•
Tool Position:
For proper use, always place scanner flat
against the surface before turning on power.
•
Power:
Press and hold in the Power button
continuously while in use.
•
Operation:
Move the unit slowly, while keeping it flat
against the wall. Do not rock, tilt, or lift it.
3. TURNING ON/CALIBRATING THE
TOOL AND FINDING A STUD
Place unit flat on wall. Press and hold the Power button.
Do not move the unit until calibration is complete.
When calibration is complete, the green READY light will
illuminate.
If you calibrate over a stud, the unit will beep, and the
lights will flash. Move the unit a few inches (5–6 cm) right
or left, release the Power button, and start over.
Probable Causes
Solutions
Situation
• Move several inches (12–13 cm) to the left or right and start again.
• Turn scanner off, move over a few inches (5–6 cm), press Power button,
and start again.
• On rough surfaces, place thin cardboard on wall, scanning through it to
help slide scanner more smoothly.
• Check for other studs equally spaced to either side (12, 16, or 24 in.
[305, 406, or 610 mm] apart) or the same stud at several places directly
above or below the first scan area.
• Use CAUTION when nailing, sawing, or drilling into walls, floors, and
ceilings where these items may exist.
No indications.
Lights start blinking
and unit beeps
repeatedly.
Detects other objects
besides studs.
Finds more targets
than there should be.
• No studs in that area.
• Tool was calibrated over a stud
or on dense part of wall.
• Tool tilted or lifted during scan.
• Electrical wiring and metal/
plastic pipes may be near or
touching back surface of wall.
After calibration is complete,
continue to hold the Power
button and slowly slide the
unit across the surface.
When the top red EDGE light
is lit, the beep sounds, and
the SpotLite
®
Pointer arrow
shines, you have located
the edge of the stud. Mark
this spot.
Continue scanning beyond
the marked spot until the red
EDGE light turns off. Slide unit
in reverse direction to locate
other edge of stud. Mark this
second spot. The middle of
the stud is centered between
the two marks.
SpotLite
®
Pointer
Stud Edge Groove
Red EDGE Light
Green READY Light
Battery Door Tab
Power Button
Visit www.zircon.com/support for the most current instructions.
StudSensor, SpotLite, and Zircon are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Zircon Corporation.
4. OPERATING CAUTIONS
Depending on the proximity of electrical wiring or pipes to
the wall surface, the StudSensor
™
EDGE may detect them
in the same manner as studs. Caution should always be
used when nailing, sawing, or drilling into walls, floors,
and ceilings that may contain these items.
To avoid surprises, remember that studs or joists are
normally spaced 16 in. (406 mm) or 24 in. (610 mm) apart
and are 1½ 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.
5. SCANNING DIFFERENT SURFACES
Freshly painted walls:
May take one week or longer to
dry after application.
Wallpaper:
The StudSensor
™
EDGE functions
normally on walls covered with wallpaper or fabric, unless
the materials are metallic foil, contain metallic fibers, or
are still wet after application.
Lath & plaster:
Due to irregularities in plaster thickness,
this tool is not recommended for use on lath & plaster.
The StudSensor
™
EDGE cannot scan for wood studs and
joists through ceramic tile or carpeting and pad.
Note: Sensing depth and accuracy can vary due to
moisture, content of materials, wall texture, and paint.
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY
Zircon Corporation, (“Zircon”) warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Any in-warranty defective product returned
to Zircon*, freight prepaid with proof of purchase date and $5.00 to cover postage and handling,
will be repaired or replaced at Zircon’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 one year 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.
In accordance with government regulations, you are advised that: (i) some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you, and
further. (ii) this warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Return product freight prepaid with proof of purchase
date (dated sales receipt) and $5.00 to cover postage and
handling, to:
Zircon Corporation
*Attn: Returns Department
1580 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA 95008-6992 USA
Be sure to include your name and return address. Out of
warranty service and repair, where proof of purchase is
not provided, shall be returned with repairs charged C.O.D.
Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
Customer Service: 1-800-245-9265 or 1-408-963-4550
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST
E-mail: info@zircon.com
©2011 Zircon Corporation • P/N 63071 Rev D 07/11
6. HELPFUL HINTS
(See also number 2, IMPORTANT OPERATING TIPS)
FCC Part 15 Class B Registration Warning
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operations subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
