The LED indicators on your Laserliner 082.004A WoodTester Compact are designed to quickly show you the moisture content of the wood you're testing. Here's how to interpret them:
When you first switch on the device, all 12 LEDs will light up briefly. Then, the first green LED will blink, letting you know the WoodTester Compact is ready. The display is divided into three main zones:
- Wood Group A: This uses the upper scale on the display. There are 4 green LEDs indicating dry wood, 3 yellow LEDs for moist wood, and 5 red LEDs that signal wet wood. The moisture percentage is shown on the upper scale. As the moisture content increases, more LEDs on the display will light up from left to right. For example, if the display shows 13% and the LED is green, the wood is dry.
- Wood Group B: When measuring wood from Group B, the lower scale is used. The right-most lit LED and its color indicate the wood's moisture level. Green means dry, yellow means moist, and red means wet. For example, if the display reads 23% and the LED is in the red section of the lower scale, the wood is considered wet.
- No LED Change: If the LEDs don't change during measurement, it may mean the material is very dry. In this case, perform a self-test using the protective cap to ensure the device is working correctly. Refer to your Laserliner 082.004A WoodTester Compact manual for detailed measurement instructions and safety guidelines to ensure the best results.
