1. Introdución
Thank you for choosing the RDINSCOS MT18C1 Professional Pin-Type Moisture Meter. This device is designed for accurate and reliable measurement of moisture content in various materials such as wood, walls, plaster, and masonry. Its high-sensitivity metal probes ensure precise readings, making it an essential tool for construction, renovation, and property maintenance. This manual provides detailed instructions for safe operation, setup, and maintenance of your device.
2. Información de seguridade
- Keep the device out of reach of children. The sharp pins can cause injury.
- Do not attempt to measure live electrical circuits. This device is not designed for electrical testing.
- Avoid using the device in extremely wet or humid environments to prevent damage.
- Do not disassemble or modify the device. Repairs should only be performed by qualified personnel.
- Retire as pilas se non vai usar o dispositivo durante un período prolongado para evitar fugas.
3. Contido do paquete
Comprobe se o paquete contén os seguintes elementos:
- 1 x RDINSCOS MT18C1 Pin-Type Moisture Meter
- 2 x pilas AAA
- 1 x Manual de usuario

Image: Contents of the RDINSCOS MT18C1 package, including the moisture meter, two AAA batteries, and the user manual.
4. Produto rematadoview
The RDINSCOS MT18C1 is a professional moisture meter featuring a clear color display and highly sensitive metal probes for accurate measurements. It includes various modes for different materials and an automatic alarm function.
Características principais:
- Alta precisión: Two highly sensitive metal probes ensure maximum accuracy (Precision: ±0.5%).
- Multi-Material Measurement: Suitable for wood, paper, walls, plaster, and masonry.
- Color Backlight Display: Red, orange, and green backlights indicate high, medium, and low moisture content respectively.
- Alarma automática: Alerts for high moisture readings.
- Función de retención de datos: Press the HOLD button to lock the screen reading.
- Apagado automático: Powers off automatically after five minutes of inactivity to save battery.

Imaxe: Primeiro plano view of the highly sensitive metal probes (pins) on the RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter, designed for accurate penetration into materials.
5. Configuración
Instalación da batería:
- Localiza a tapa do compartimento da batería na parte traseira do dispositivo.
- Deslice ou abra a tapa.
- Introduza dúas pilas AAA, asegurándose de manter a polaridade correcta (+/-).
- Pecha a tapa do compartimento da batería de forma segura.
6. Instrucións de funcionamento
6.1 Encendido/apagado:
Preme o botón de acendido (U) to turn the device on. The display will light up. To turn off, press and hold the power button, or the device will automatically shut off after 5 minutes of inactivity.

Image: The moisture meter displaying its automatic shut-off feature, indicating power saving functionality.
6.2 Selección do modo:
The device has different modes for various materials. Press the MADEIRA or PAPER/WALL button to switch between measurement modes:
- WOOD Mode: For measuring moisture content in wood and wood-based materials.
- PAPER Mode: For measuring moisture content in paper and cardboard.
- WALL Mode: For measuring moisture content in walls, plaster, and masonry.

Image: The moisture meter's display highlighting the different material modes (wood, paper, wall) and the button for switching between them.
6.3 Taking a Measurement:
- Select the appropriate material mode.
- Carefully press the metal pins into the material to be tested with moderate pressure. Ensure both pins are fully inserted and in contact with the material.
- The moisture content percentage aparecerá na pantalla.

Image: The RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter in use, showing its pins inserted into a piece of wood and displaying a moisture reading of 24.7%.

Image: The RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter being used to measure moisture in a wall with visible damage, displaying a reading of 8.7%.
6.4 Hold Function:
Preme o ATENCIÓN button to freeze the current reading on the display. Press it again to release the hold and resume live measurement.

Image: The moisture meter's display with the 'HOLD' function activated, indicated by a lock icon, freezing the current moisture reading.
6.5 Automatic Alarm and Color Display:
The device features a color-coded backlight and an automatic alarm to indicate moisture levels:
- Retroiluminación verde: Indicates low moisture content.
- Retroiluminación laranxa: Indicates medium moisture content.
- Retroiluminación vermella: Indicates high moisture content, accompanied by an automatic alarm.

Image: The RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter's display illustrating the red, orange, and green backlight indicators corresponding to high, medium, and low moisture levels, respectively.

Image: The moisture meter's display demonstrating the automatic alarm feature with color-coded indicators for various moisture thresholds.
7. Measurement Tips
- For best results, push the pins deep into the material. Ensure the pins are in full contact with the material (wall, wood, or hardwood).
- Avoid shaking the device while taking a reading.
- If the reading is 0, it may indicate that the material is extremely dry, acting as an insulator, and not conducting electricity.
- The pin-type meter is ideal for wood and wood-based materials as the pins penetrate to measure internal moisture accurately.
- Be aware that the pins may leave small holes in the material. If non-invasive measurement is required, consider a pinless moisture meter.

Image: The RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter demonstrating its ability to measure moisture up to 10mm deep into a wooden beam, helping identify hidden moisture issues.

Image: The moisture meter's pins are shown pressed deeply into a cross-section of wood, emphasizing the importance of full pin insertion for reliable readings.
8. Mantemento
- Limpa o dispositivo cun pano suave e seco. Non empregues produtos de limpeza abrasivos nin disolventes.
- Ensure the pins are clean and free of debris after each use.
- Garde o dispositivo nun lugar seco e fresco, lonxe da luz solar directa e de temperaturas extremas.
- If the pins become dull or damaged, they may affect measurement accuracy. Contact customer support for replacement options.
9 Solución de problemas
Problemas comúns e solucións:
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| O dispositivo non se acende. | Pilas baixas ou gastadas; instalación incorrecta da pila. | Substitúa as pilas por pilas AAA novas; asegúrese de que a polaridade sexa correcta. |
| Lecturas inexactas. | Pins not fully inserted; wrong material mode selected; pins are dirty or damaged. | Ensure pins are fully inserted; select correct mode (Wood, Paper, Wall); clean or replace pins. |
| Display shows '0' consistently. | Material is extremely dry or non-conductive. | Test on a known moist material to verify device function. |
| A alarma soa con frecuencia. | High moisture content detected. | This indicates the device is functioning correctly and detecting high moisture. |
10. Especificacións
| Característica | Especificación |
|---|---|
| Tipo de produto | Pin-type Moisture Detector |
| Rango de medición | Wood: 4-75%; Paper: 4-90%; Wall: 0.2-24% |
| Precisión | ± 0.5 % |
| Resolución | 0.1 % |
| Apagado automático | Despois de aproximadamente 5 minutos |
| Electrode Pin Length | 10 mm (0.4") |
| Alarma sonora | Wood > 12%; Paper > 13%; Wall > 7% |
| Mostrar | Color Backlit Display |
| Temperatura de funcionamento | 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) |
| Dimensións do produto | 145 x 67 x 32mm (5.7" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| Peso | 122 g (4.3 onzas) |
| Batería | 2 x pilas AAA |

Image: A detailed table outlining the technical specifications of the RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter, including measurement ranges, accuracy, and dimensions.
11. Garantía e soporte
RDINSCOS is committed to providing high-quality products and excellent customer service.
Garantía:
Este produto vén cun 3 ano de garantía desde a data de compra, cubrindo defectos de fabricación e avarías de funcionamento en condicións de uso normal.
Política de devolución:
Ofrecemos a Política de devolución gratuíta de 30 días. Please refer to your retailer's specific return guidelines for details.
Atención ao cliente:
If you encounter any issues or have questions regarding the use of your RDINSCOS MT18C1 moisture meter, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our support team is available to provide online assistance within 24 hours.
You can reach us via the contact information provided in your purchase documentation or through the seller's store on Amazon.