1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 S150 3 sec 3 sec >3 sec >3 sec >3 sec >3 sec 2 2 11 11 2012 STANLEY TOOLS www.STANLEYTOOLS.com 701 East Joppa Road STHT77404 REV A 06/12 Towson, Maryland 21286 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 3 sec3 sec3 sec3 sec >3 sec>3 sec>3 sec>3 sec >3 sec>3 sec>3 sec>3 sec 2 2 2 2 11 11 11 11directly over a stud, dense material such as Stanley Stud Sensor 150 OPERATING TIPS SPECIFICATIONS metal, or over a wet or newly painted area, The Stud Sensor 150 uses electronic The Stud Sensor 150 is designed for use only on (At 35-55% relative humidity) 11 signals to locate the edges of studs, joists or it will not properly calibrate. If the red interior surfaces. Battery 9 volt (not included) or live AC wires through drywall or other LED stays lit, move the Stud Sensor 150 to Prevent Interference common building materials. Depth detection a different location and try again. Releasing To ensure best performance from the Stud Depth Range the activation button will turn off the sensor. selected by activation button for inch, Sensor 150, keep your free hand at least 6 Wood or Metal Studs Up to 1 (38 mm) through drywall 6 1 inch and 1 inch. Once the edge of a stud has Slide the Stud Sensor 150 slowly across inches away from the unit and wall surface 9 been detected, the Stud Sensor 150 displays red while testing or scanning surfaces. Live AC Wires (120 volts AC) Up to 2 (50 mm) through drywall the surface in a straight line. As it detects LEDs and sounds an audible tone. A marking 6 Conventional Construction a stud, the red LEDs will go on. When it Accuracy - Stud Center (Scanning and marking the stud from two sides stud center) channel allows you to easily note the stud Doors and windows are commonly constructed detects the stud edge, the top LED will go edges on the wall. with additional studs and headers for added Wood 1/8 (3 mm) on and an audible tone will sound. Use the stability. The Stud Sensor 150 detects the marking channel located at the top of the Metal 1/4 (6 mm) Note: Read all instructions prior to operating 7 edge of these double studs and solid headers unit to mark the stud edge. Repeat the the Stud Sensor 150 and DO NOT remove any as a single, wide stud. Operating Temperature +32F to +120F (-0C to +49C) above steps from the other side of the stud. labels from the tool. Surface Differences Coming from the opposite direction, mark Surface Temperature -4F to +150F (-20C to +66C) 8 The Stud Sensor 150 will scan through the other edge of the stud. The midpoint common building materials, Including: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS of the two marks indicates the stud center. WARRANTY Gypsum drywall Battery Detecting Live AC Wires Stanley Tools warrants the Stud Sensor 150 1 Plywood sheathing 10 Open door on back of unit and connect a The live wire red LED will illuminate and against defects in material and workmanship Hardwood floors 9 volt battery (not included) to clip. Put battery the Stud Sensor 150 sounds an audible tone, for one year from the date of purchase. Stanleys Linoleum over wood back into case and close back battery door. warning when in the proximity (typically liability under this warranty is limited the Wallpaper within 4 to 18 along the surface) from a replacement of the unit. Any attempt to repair The scanner cannot scan through: Note: Recommend to replace a new 9 volt live wire. the product by other than factory authorized Carpeting battery when low battery - flashing green personnel will void this warranty. Calibration, Foil faced materials LED. Note: Static electrical charges that can batteries and maintenance are the responsibility Ceramic tile develop on drywall and other surfaces will of the user. Where permitted by law, Stanley is Cement or concrete Usage spread the voltage detection area many not responsible for incidental or consequential 3 Metal & plaster walls Selecting Scanner Depth Mode inches on each side of the actual electrical damages. Agents of Stanley cannot change Wallpaper Depress and hold activation button once wire. To aid in locating the wire position, this warranty. Stanley is not responsible for There will be no difference in the function (1x) to select to read depth detection. scan holding the unit away from the damage resulting from wear, abuse or alteration of the Stud Sensor 150 on surfaces covered The mode LED will illuminate. wall surface or place your other hand on the of this product. The user is expected to follow with wallpaper or fabric unless the coverings Depress and hold activation button twice surface approximately 12 from sensor. ALL operating instructions. This warranty may used contain metallic foil or fibers. (2x - double-click) to select to 1 read depth provide you with additional rights that vary by Ceilings detection. The 1 mode LED will illuminate. Warning: Shielded wires or wires in metal state, province or nation. When dealing with a rough surface such as Depress and hold activation button three conduits, casings, metallized walls or thick, a sprayed ceiling, utilize a piece of cardboard times (3x - triple-click) to select 1 read dense walls will not be detected. Always WARNING: when scanning the surface. Run through depth detection. The 1 mode LED will turn off AC power when working near wiring. the calibration technique described earlier Protect Your Eyes, Wear Safety Goggles. illuminate. with the piece of cardboard too, to assure Cautions on Operating best performance of the unit. Also, it is Note: For best results the depth mode You should always use caution when nailing, particularly important in this application to selected should be based on the thickness of cutting and drilling in walls, ceilings and remember to keep your free hand away from the surface material being scanned. floor that may contain wiring and pipes near the unit. the surface. Always remember that studs Detecting Wood / Metal Studs or joists are normally spaced 16 inches or Note: The thickness, density and moisture 2 Hold the Stud Sensor 150 flat against 24 inches apart and are 1 inches in width. To content of the surface material will affect the surface, making firm contact. avoid surprises, be aware that anything closer the sensing depth. 3 Press in and hold the activation button. together or of a different width may not be a The green and top red LED will light. stud. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE When the red LED goes off, the unit is Insure proper detection of live wires. Always 5 calibrated. Keep holding the activation hold the Stud Sensor 150 in the handle area button during all of the following procedures. only. Grasp between fingers and thumb while making contact with your palm. 3 Note: The unit cannot be moved before 2012 STANLEY TOOLS 2 calibration is complete. While calibrating, www.STANLEYTOOLS.com the Stud Sensor 150 must not be placed 701 East Joppa Road Towson, Maryland 21286