Owner's Manual

Clean
Before turning on, ensure that the stud finder is clean and dry. If necessary,
wipe the stud finder dry using a clean cloth. If the detector is wet or dirty it
may not operate properly.
Temperature
If the stud finder is subject to a significant 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 710 rmly against
the surface and press the “on” button.
Continue to hold the “on” button
down.
• 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 finder will detect studs without sliding
the stud finder across the wall, but will also operate correctly if it is slid across
the wall.
Professional
STUD
FINDER
PROSENSOR 710
FRANKLIN SENSORS PROSENSOR 710
Congratulations on selecting the most advanced wall sensor on the market.
Your ProSensor 710 incorporates advanced technology that precisely senses
the surface in thirteen locations simultaneously, then instantly identifies the
location(s) of hidden object(s). It is the easiest-to-use, fastest, and most
accurate stud finder on the market.
SAFETY RULES FOR THE PROSENSOR 710
WARNING: Read all instructions before use. Failure to follow safety
instructions may result in electric shock, fire, 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. It is also possible that the
stud finder may detect pipes, wires, or other objects that the user may not
want it to detect. The stud finder is designed to detect any inconsistency
without identifying the nature of the inconsistency. The stud finder does not
identify what type of object it detects. The illuminated LEDs may indicate the
location of many different 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 finder 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 is 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.
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USING.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Operating/Safety Instructions
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.
Curved Surfaces
There is a minor degree of curvature in the walls of most homes and buildings.
The curvature is small enough that it may not be noticed. The ProSensor 710
can detect objects through curved surfaces because the ProSensor 710 has a
sensor board that bends slightly to match the contour of most walls. Press the
stud finder firmly against the surface and the sensor board will match the
contour of the surface, and provide the best reading.
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 710.
Metallic Content in Wallpaper
Wallpaper with metallic content can block the detector’s signals.
Textured Walls and Acoustic Ceilings
The ProSensor 710 is capable of detecting studs through many textured
surfaces. The stud finder should be placed firmly against the surface for
best results.
Lath and Plaster
Irregularities in plaster thickness and variations in construction materials can make it
difficult to locate studs behind lath and plaster walls. Also, if the plaster has a mesh
reinforcement, the stud finder may not be able to detect through the metal mesh.
Although many users have success with the ProSensor 710 on lath and plaster walls,
there is no guarantee the ProSensor 710 will work on all lath and plaster walls.
Flooring, Roofing, and on the Outside of the House
The ProSensor 710 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
flooring, roofing, and on the outside of the house, we do not recommend the
ProSensor 710 for use in these applications.
STICKERS / DECALS
Do not place decals or stickers, especially metal decals or stickers on the sensor
board, or on the stud finder in any place.
DISASSEMBLY / TEFLON PADS
Do not disassemble the stud nder or remove the teon pads that are on the
bottom. The stud finder will not operate correctly without the teflon pads
properly in place.
BATTERIES
The ProSensor 710 uses 2 AA batteries. Use alkaline batteries only; do not use
rechargeable batteries. Replace both batteries at the same time.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
• Remove battery cover, by sliding the
cover to the left and lifting. Remove
batteries and dispose of the batteries
properly. Please recycle.
• Replace with 2 new AA alkaline
batteries.
• Replace battery cover. Close battery cover by sliding the cover to the right
until it snaps into place.
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)
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.
Franklin Sensors does not authorize any person or representative to assume or grant any
other warranty or obligation with the sale of this product. Franklin Sensors’ limited warranty
is valid only if you retain proof of purchase from Franklin Sensors or a Franklin Sensors
authorized dealer for this product. If you purchase this product from any other source, your
purchase is “AS IS,” which means Franklin Sensors grants you no warranty, and that you,
not Franklin Sensors, assume the entire risk of the quality and performance of this product.
The warranty period for any replaced and/or repaired part under this warranty shall expire
at the end of the original warranty period.
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD, AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS, LIABILITIES OR WARRANTIES. In no event shall
Franklin Sensors or its licensed distributors be liable or responsible for INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES or for any other direct or indirect damage, loss, cost,
expense or fee. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
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
[phone]
[e-mail]
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, Mountain Time Zone
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.
US and Foreign Patents Pending.
Rev. C
1. LED Lights
2. Ergonomic Handle
3. “On” Button
4. Battery Cover
5. Detector Housing
6. Sensor Board
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
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WARRANTY
CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No LED lights come on. Weak battery. Replace with 2 new AA alkaline batteries.
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 710 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 conrm
results. Use caution before penetrating wall. See the SAFETY
RULES FOR THE PROSENSOR 710.
Difculty starting a scan near doors and windows. Double studs, triple studs and solid headers are often
present around doors and windows. The stud finder requires
the presence of a region without studs to correctly identify studs.
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 finder 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 finder’s signal.
Wait until the wallpaper is dry. It may take up to 2 weeks for the
paper to dry sufficiently.
My house was built prior to about 1960. The walls are
lath and plaster. The stud finder 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 finder at a higher point on the wall, or a lower
point on the wall.
Inconsistent readings. Curved surface.
Anomaly in the surface material.
Press the stud nder rmly against the wall so that the contour
of the sensor board matches the slight contour of the wall.
Test at a higher location, or lower location on the wall.
Sometimes after scanning the wall for a period of time the
readings seem to be less consistent.
Release the button and press the button again.
When I put my hand in front of the sensor board, the
readings are not what I would expect.
The stud finder is designed for detecting features in walls,
not hands.
Place the stud nder on the wall to detect hidden features.
The LED lights sometimes seem to light up
sporadically or inconsistently.
Wires, pipes, or other construction inconsistencies can
to 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
finder 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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• If more than one hidden object is present,
the stud finder will show the location of
more than one hidden object.
• LED lights indicate the width
of hidden object(s).