Maintenance
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• When the stud sensor is not in use, clean the exterior parts
with a damp cloth, wipe the stud sensor with a soft dry cloth
to make sure it is dry,.
• Although the stud sensor exterior is solvent resistant, NEVER
use solvents to clean the stud sensor.
• Store the stud sensor in a clean location at a temperature
between -67 ˚F (-55 ˚C) and 158 ˚F (70 ˚C).
Troubleshooting
The
LED is Blinking
The battery power is low.
• Check the AAA batteries to make sure:
• Each battery is installed correctly, according to (+) and (–)
listed inside the battery compartment.
• The battery contacts are clean and free of rust or
corrosion.
• The batteries are new, high-quality batteries to reduce the
chance of battery leakage.
• Make sure the AAA batteries are in proper working condition.
If in doubt, try installing new batteries.
The
LED does not Turn On
There is no battery power.
• Install two new, high-quality, name-brand AAA batteries in
the stud sensor.
• Make sure each battery is installed correctly, according to (+)
and (–) listed inside the battery compartment.
The Stud Sensor is not Finding Studs
• Make sure the batteries are working.
• Make sure you have placed the stud sensor on a wall made
of drywall or another common building material. The stud
sensor will not work on walls made of concrete, mortar, block,
brick work, plaster, carpeting, foil- faced materials, metallic
surfaces, or ceramic tile.
• Make sure you have placed the stud sensor flat against
the wall, the stud sensor is in a vertical position (parallel to
a door or window), and you are pressing and holding the
center button as you move the stud sensor SLOWLY against
the wall.
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• Make sure the wall is not too thick. STHT77587 can be used
on walls < .75" (19mm) thick and STHT77588 can be used
on walls < 1.5" (38mm) thick.
• Make sure the wall has a smooth surface.
• Make sure the temperature is within the specified Operating
Range and Relative Humidity.
Service and Repairs
Note: Disassembling the tool will void all warranties on the
product.
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
maintenance and adjustment should be performed by
authorized service centers. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. To locate
your nearest STANLEY service center, go to
www.2helpU.com.
Limited Warranty
During the period of one (1) year, if this product fails to perform
due to defects in material or workmanship, we will replace it.
DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE. Please call
1-800-262-2161 (M-F, 8-5 EST) or visit www.2helpU.com for
details.