Troubleshooting
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FOR BEST RESULTS
Before proper curing has taken place, wide variations in moisture content should be expected
in the windrow hay. These variations will be exposed by readings taken on different parts of
the windrow. The higher the moisture range the wider are the variations in readings. The more
curing that is allowed to take place, the greater the uniformity in mois-
ture distribution can be expected.
• For best results take at least 3 tests from each area of the eld and
average the results.
• Be sure to take reading from various parts of the eld since the
moisture range through out the field can vary widely.
• The number of tests made should be increased whenever the initial
readings show considerable variations.
• When lling the bucket, grab hay from both the top and bottom of
the windrow and thoroughly mix in the bucket.
• Constantly applying 40 lbs. of force to your tester will help keep
your readings consistent. For practicing purposes, you can use a
scale underneath your bucket and apply 40 lbs. of constant pres-
sure. This will help you understand how much force is needed to
perform an accurate test. (see Figure L – only for practicing and
scale does not need to be used for testing in the field. Using
a bathroom scale is the easiest and quickest way to get a feel
for 40 lbs.).
Figure L.
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