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Why does my Craftsman stud finder keep beeping?
One common cause of a stud finder beeping is that it needs to be recalibrated. In that case, simply try to restart your pass along the wall to get a better reading. Some stud finders can also detect voltage and will beep to alert the user of live wires behind drywall.
What is wrong with my stud finder?
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.
Why are stud finders so unreliable?
Most magnet-type stud finders don’t work effectively since they reply on locating the fasteners (screws) used to secure the drywall. These can be very difficult to locate.
What does it mean when a stud finder blinks?
The flashing, or blinking, is most likely caused by a low battery condition. Please replace your battery with a brand new 9V alkaline battery with an extended expiration date at least 3 years out from the current date. Zircon stud finders require a robust, fully charged 9V alkaline battery to properly operate.
How long does it take to calibrate a stud finder?
How do you calibrate a stud finder? 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.
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.
What if I can’t find a stud in the wall?
Move left to right tapping on the wall and when you hear a different pitch that’s likely the stud. Once you find one location you can measure over 16 inches to find the next stud. This is a simple way to find studs. A third method is to use a strong magnet to locate the nail or screws holding the drywall to the studs.
What does the lightning bolt mean on a stud finder?
WireWarning​® detection is a feature to alert the user to the presence of live, unshielded electrical AC wires while scanning for studs and metal. (An LED light will flash, or a lightning bolt icon will appear on the LCD display when live AC voltage is present, depending on the model.)