Use and Care Manual
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USING.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Operating/Safety Instructions
FRANKLIN SENSORS PROSENSOR T6
Congratulations on selecting one of the most advanced wall
sensors on the market. Your ProSensor T6 incorporates
advanced technology that precisely senses the surface in six
locations simultaneously, then instantly identies the
location(s) of hidden object(s). It is easy, fast, and accurate.
SAFETY RULES FOR THE PROSENSOR T6
WARNING: Read all instructions before use. Failure to
follow safety instructions may result in electric shock,
re, and/or serious injury and death.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: It is possible that there may be wood, metal,
wiring, or other objects behind the surface that are not
detected. The stud nder may also detect pipes, wires, or
other objects that the user may not want it to detect. The
stud nder is designed to detect any inconsistency but does
not identify what type of inconsistency or object it detects.
The illuminated LEDs may indicate the location of many
dierent features including, but not limited to, studs, beams,
water pipes, gas pipes, wires, an inconsistency in the surface
material or paint, etc.
WARNING: TURN OFF all gas, water, and electric power
before using any drilling or penetrating devices or
equipment including drills, saws, routers, hammers, nails,
screws, etc.
WARNING: The stud nder alone should not be relied upon
exclusively to locate objects behind a scanned surface. Use
other sources of information to help locate objects. Other
sources of information may include, but are not limited to,
construction plans, visible points of entry of pipes, location
of switches and outlets, and standard 16" and 24" stud
spacing practices.
FAILURE TO TAKE THESE AND OTHER NECESSARY
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE,
AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH.
Clean
Before turning on, ensure that the stud nder is clean and
dry. If necessary, wipe the stud nder dry using a clean cloth.
If the detector is wet or dirty it may not operate properly.
Temperature
If the stud nder is subject to a signicant temperature
change, allow it adjust to the ambient temperature before
using. The entire area of the sensor board should be at a
similar temperature for best operation.
TO OPERATE:
• Hold the stud nder by the handle. Do
not touch the detector outside of the
handle area while scanning.
• Place the ProSensor T6 rmly against
the surface and press the “on” button.
• With the button depressed, you may
immediately begin scanning the wall
(No calibration or tuning is required.) As
you scan, LED lights will immediately
display the location of any hidden objects.
• The “on” button may be pressed before or after placing the
stud nder on the surface to be scanned. The stud nder will
operate if slid across the wall, but no sliding is required. In
some cases, moving the stud nder slightly will help it nd
studs.
• LED lights indicate the width of hidden
object(s).
• On some surfaces it may be
helpful to slide the stud nder
up and down to conrm the
location of a stud.
No Gloves
Do not wear gloves when operating the ProSensor T6. The
ProSensor T6 will only operate if a human hand is continually
touching the button. The hand creates a necessary connec-
tion to make the unit operate properly. The ProSensor T6 will
not operate when the operator is wearing gloves.
Handle Hold
When operating the ProSensor T6 the hand should remain on
the handle. Holding the T6 on the sides, or with fingers close
to the Sensor Board, may cause the unit to work inaccurately.
SENSING THROUGH DIFFERENT MATERIALS:
Moisture
The scanned surface should be clean and dry. Paint and
wallpaper need to be completely dry before scanning for studs.
It may take up to 2 weeks for wallpaper to dry enough to detect
studs.
Foil-Backed Insulation
Although foil covered insulation is not very common, metal foil
can cause inconsistent readings with all electronic stud nders,
including the ProSensor T6.
Metallic Content in Wallpaper
Wallpaper with metallic content can block the detector’s
signals.
Textured Walls and Acoustic Ceilings
The ProSensor T6 is capable of detecting studs through many
textures and surfaces. The unit will however work most
accurately if placed rmly against the attest portions of the
wall. When looking for studs you will depress the button and
slide the unit horizontally across the wall. For the best results,
prior to beginning your scan, identify a horizontal area that is
consistently the attest.
Lath and Plaster
Irregularities in plaster thickness and variations in construction
materials can make it dicult to locate studs behind lath and
plaster walls. Also, if the plaster has a mesh reinforcement, the
stud nder may not be able to detect through the metal mesh.
Tile, Flooring, Roong, and Outside of House
The ProSensor T6 works by measuring the density of material
behind the sensors to determine the location of studs. Due to
the variability in the density of materials in tile, ooring,
roong, and on the outside of the house, we do not recom-
mend the ProSensor T6 for use in these applications.
STICKERS / DECALS
Do not place decals or stickers, especially those containing
metal, on the sensor board, or on the stud nder in any place.
DISASSEMBLY / TEFLON PADS
Do not disassemble the stud nder or remove the teon pads
on the bottom. The stud nder will not operate correctly
without the teon pads properly in place.
BATTERIES
The ProSensor T6 uses 2 AAA batteries.
Replace both batteries at the same time.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
• Remove the battery cover by
gently depressing the back of the
battery cover and lifting. Remove
both batteries and dispose of
them properly. Please recycle.
• Replace with two fresh AAA batteries.
Replace both batteries at the same time.
• Close the battery cover by inserting the front clip into the
front battery cavity, gently depress the back of the battery
cover until it clicks closed.
STORAGE
Store the stud nder in a clean, dry place at room temperature.
Protect against direct sunlight and moisture.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Storage Temperature 0°F to 120°F
(-18°C to 50°C)
Operating Temperature 32°F to 110°F
(0°C to 43°C)
Storage Humidity 0% to 90%
relative humidity
(non-condensing)
Operating Humidity 0% to 90%
relative humidity
(non-condensing)
DISPOSAL
Stud nders and packaging should be sorted for recycling.
FCC PART 15 CLASS B REGISTRATION
WARNING
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Franklin Sensors warrants this product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for one year. This
LIMITED WARRANTY does not cover products that are
improperly used, abused, or altered. Defective products will
be replaced or repaired. If a product is found to be defective
within the warranty period, Franklin Sensors will, at its sole
discretion, either repair or replace the defective product.
This limited warranty does not apply to products that are
subjected to freight damage, accident, abuse, alteration,
misuse, improper repair, etc. Franklin Sensors and Franklin
Sensors’ authorized distributors shall bear no other liability
or obligation under this warranty.
IN NO EVENT SHALL FRANKLIN SENSORS HAVE ANY
LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, DAMAGE
TO GOODWILL, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE OR OTHER
COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSS, and in no event shall
Franklin Sensors be liable for damages exceeding the
purchase price.
In the event of a product defect, please return the product
postage paid with proof of purchase to:
Franklin Sensors Inc.
Attn: Returns Department
13601 W. McMillan Road Suite 102 - 170
Boise, ID 83713
(208) 918-2403
returns@franklinsensors.com
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday,
8 AM to 5 PM,
Mountain Time Zone
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US and Foreign Patents Pending.
FST6E1 (3/17)
1. LED Lights
2. Ergonomic Handle
3. “On” Button
4. Battery Cover
5. Detector Housing
6. Sensor Board
TROUBLESHOOTING
CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No LED lights come on. Weak battery.
Operator is wearing gloves.
Remove both batteries and replace with two fresh AAA
batteries. Replace both batteries at the same time.
Do not wear gloves when operating the ProSensor T6.
Stud nder only works momentarily. The “on” button isn’t being held down.
Hold the “on” button down until you have completed your scan.
The LED lights are indicating the location of pipes and wires, not
just studs.
The ProSensor T6 indicates the location of inconsistencies.
The LED
lights may indicate the location of a pipe, electrical wiring, other
objects near the surface being scanned, or an inconsistency in
the surface material or paint, etc.
Look for evenly placed studs on either side (16”, 24”, on center,
etc.) Scan above the location and below the location to
conrm results. Use caution before penetrating wall. See the
SAFETY RULES FOR THE PROSENSOR T6.
Diculty starting a scan near doors and windows. Solid headers and triple studs are often present around doors
and windows. The ProSensor T6 indicates the change in density.
If all six sensors sense the same density, the LEDs will not
illuminate.
Begin the scan away from the window or door, then move the
stud nder to the area around the window or door. For best
results, keep stud nder 3” away from wood trim, outlets,
switches, etc.
Stud nder doesn’t work through new wall paper. The moisture in the wall after wall papering can block the stud
nder’s signal.
Wait until the wallpaper is dry. It may take up to 2 weeks for
the paper to dry suciently.
My house was built prior to about 1960. The walls are lath and
plaster. The stud nder doesn’t work very well anywhere in my
house.
Older houses that were built with lath and plaster, instead of
sheet rock, often have too much inconsistency in the walls for
the detector to work reliably.
Try using the stud nder at a higher point on the wall, or a
lower point on the wall.
Inconsistent readings. Operator is holding the unit near the base rather than on the
handle.
Anomaly in the surface material.
Sometimes after continuously scanning the wall for a period of
time the readings seem to be less consistent.
Only hold the unit by the handle with a nger continually
pressing the button.
Test at a higher location, or lower location on the wall.
Release the button and press the button again.
The LED lights sometimes seem to light up sporadically or
inconsistently.
Wires, pipes, or other construction inconsistencies can cause
erratic or erroneous readings. Features on the opposite side of a
wall may also be a source of inconsistent readings.
Test at points on the wall that are higher, or lower. The stud
nder may also work best if it is used more than 3 inches away
from metal objects such as outlets, light switches, etc.
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