General DSMM500 User Manual

SOIL
MOISTURE METE
R
Model : DSMM500
Your purchase of this
SOIL MOISTURE METE
R
marks a step forward for
you into the field of
precision measurement.
Althou
g
h this METER is
a complex and delicate
instrument, its durable
structure will allow
many years of use if
proper operatin
g
techniques are
developed. Please read
the followin
g
instructions carefully
and always keep this
manual within easy
reach.
OPERATION MANUAL

General DSMM500 Specifications

General

Model	DSMM500
Category	Digital Multimeter
Type	Handheld
Display	LCD
Digits	3.5
Continuity Test	Yes
Diode Test	Yes
Current Range (AC)	200µA - 10A
Current Range (DC)	200µA - 10A
Battery Type	9V

Summary

Features

Specifications

Front Panel Description

Soil Moisture Probe

The probe component of the meter used for insertion into soil for moisture measurement.

Moisture Sensing Head

The sensitive tip of the probe that directly contacts the soil for sensing.

Power Button

Button used to switch the soil moisture meter on and off.

Hold Button

Button to freeze the currently displayed moisture measurement value.

REC Button

Button to activate the data record function for max/min readings.

LCD Display

The liquid crystal display screen showing readings, symbols, and status.

Battery Compartment/Cover

The housing section where batteries are installed and secured.

Measuring Procedure

Soil Measurement

Instructions on how to perform a moisture measurement in soil using the meter.

Data Hold Function

Procedure for freezing the displayed measurement value.

Data Record (Max., Min. Reading)

How to use the function to record maximum and minimum measured values.

Battery Replacement