Best Time To Use The Soil Compaction Tester; Unpacking The Soil Compaction Tester - AgraTronix 08180 Manual Para Operadores

Operation

BEST TIME TO USE THE SOIL COMPACTION TESTER

The best time to use the tester is in early spring before you till the soil.
The soil should have a good moisture content because the moisture con-
tent and soil texture will affect the readings of the Soil Compaction Tester.
It is best to compare the readings of the same soil type and moisture
content. Check a fence row and then check the field area for comparison.
Several tests should be made in an area to get a more accurate reading.
The Soil Compaction Tester will help you determine if you have a com-
paction layer and, if so, the depth of the layer. After tilling, the tester
will determine how deep you actually worked the soil and if your tillage
operation solved the problem.

UNPACKING THE SOIL COMPACTION TESTER

Remove the Soil Compaction Tester from the box. An adjustable shock
collar is installed on the shaft of the Soil Compaction Tester next to the
plastic housing. This collar is used during shipping and storage to protect
the dial from damage should an impact on the shaft occur.
Loosen the wing nut on the shock collar and slide it down at least an inch
away from the plastic housing. Visually inspect the tester for damage
and check that the gauge indicator is pointing to "0". If it is not, pull on
the shaft or gently tap the glass on the gauge. If it does not return to "0"
contact the Agratronix customer service department.
The gauge is filled with nontoxic, non-flammable silicone oil. You may
notice a small air bubble in the dial face which is perfectly normal. The
silicone oil is used to dampen the shock to the gauge in case the tester is
dropped. If the silicone oil is leaking from the dial contact the Agratronix
customer service department.
Your Soil Compaction Tester has a built in hanger hole in the back. Using
the supplied nail, the tester can be conveniently hung and stored on a
wooden beam, wall or even above a work bench.
Storage of the tester by hanging prevents damage during times when it is
not in use.
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