What kind of battery does a Zircon stud finder use?
What kind of battery does a Zircon stud finder use?
alkaline 9V battery
Most Zircon StudSensor™ and MultiScanner® stud finders require one brand new alkaline 9V battery (with an extended expiration date) for proper operation. Please be sure to refer to the instructions for the specific model you have. Note: The MultiScanner® x85 requires three AAA (LR03) batteries.
Why do stud finders use 9 volt batteries?
Many StudSensor owners leave the battery in their tool when they’re stored away. The StudSensor™ e50 uses one 9-Volt battery. It quickly and easily locates the edges of wood and metal studs and joists behind walls, floors, and ceilings.
How do you open Zircon stud finder?
Installing the Battery in StudSensor™ Stud Finders with Belt Clip
- The stud finder’s battery compartment cover doubles as a belt clip.
- With your other hand, press the lip of the battery cover up about 1/16 inch.
- Once the tab is lifted, the cover will pop open.
How do you recalibrate StudSensor SL?
Place the stud finder flat against the wall, press and hold the power button, and wait for 1-2 seconds. The tool automatically calibrates to the wall’s surface. If there is a calibration error, or if you have started over a stud, the tool will intermittently beep and the lights may flash.
What does TruCal mean?
TruCal® is a calcium source that offers more than just calcium. This milk mineral complex contains calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, and potassium along with the trace minerals zinc, copper, and iron.
Can I use my iPhone as a stud finder?
The iPhone beeps when its magnetometer, in the upper right of the phone, is near metal. Stud Find is an iPhone application that uses the device’s built-in magnetometer to find metal studs, screws, nails and anything metallic in a wall.
Why is my stud finder not working?
1) Check Your Battery. If your stud finder worked previously, but no longer seems to work, about 9 times out of 10, the problem is a weak battery. You may swear that the battery is still good, but it’s not. Compared to garage doors and many other devices, stud finders require a very strong battery.
What type of batteries do zircon tools use?
All Zircon tools use 9 volt batteries. These are the same type of batteries that you use in your smoke detector. They last a lot longer than double-a Batteries. Whether it’s a new model or an old model, please don’t remove the screw on the back of your Zircon Stud Sensor.
How do I replace the battery in the stud sensor?
Above the short piece of velcro is a little plastic tooth, push the little plastic tooth upwards and away from you releasing the belt clip from the stud sensor. Slide the battery cover off and replace the battery matching the positive and negative terminals.
Can I unscrew the back of the stud finder?
DO NOT UNSCREW THE BACK OF THE TOOL. This will release the components inside your unit and will cause it to work improperly. The stud finder’s battery compartment cover doubles as a belt clip. It was designed to be intentionally tight so it will not pop open during normal use.
How do you open the battery cover on a stud finder?
DO NOT UNSCREW THE BACK OF THE TOOL. 1 The stud finder’s battery compartment cover doubles as a belt clip. It was designed to be intentionally tight so it will not pop open during normal use. 2 With your other hand, press the lip of the battery cover up about 1/16 inch. 3 Once the tab is lifted, the cover will pop open.
