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TESTING FOR PLANTS POTTED IN SOIL OR POTTING SOIL
Only test at the beginning of, or during, the growing season, never in the dormant period. Do not test the soil for a plant that has been recently
repotted as the plant will be in a delicate state and not yet reestablished.
For established plants a pH reading should be taken just after watering. First, water each plant (without adding plant food). Rainwater should
always be used for houseplants as calcium present in domestic water systems can adversely affect acid loving plants, see pH preference list.
Leave the pot to drain to ensure the soil is thoroughly moistened. *Proceed to step 3 of “How to Use Your Meter to Measure pH”. If you are
testing the soil in a planter and the reading is not reflecting the plant‘s desired pH range, you should repot the plant. Do not try to add a
balancing agent to the top of the soil in an attempt to alter the soil‘s pH. Note: If you have a healthy, thriving plant (despite a reading that does
not conform to the pH preference chart) do not disturb the plant as it may have acclimatized itself.
GARDENING TIPS
• Altering the pH takes time. Do not expect instant changes, but work steadily towards the ideal range. Most plants have a “range” of pH.
Consult your “tables” for the pH range of your plants.
• Adding lime before planting is most beneficial because it takes time to take effect. Liming in the fall, winter or early spring is preferred.
• Avoid adding lime at the same time as fertilizers whether they are organic or chemical.
• When testing a lawn, water thoroughly and push the probes into the soil up to the plastic case base.
• Use lime sparingly. It encourages weeds and worms. Worms then attract moles.
• Save clippings, vegetable & fruit wastes for compost.
• Bone meal is an excellent fertilizer to be used at the time of planting.
METER TIPS
• Do not leave probes in soil longer than necessary because the metal electrodes may pit and cause erroneous readings.
• Always clean both probes immediately after using.
• Be sure to keep the probes away from metal objects.
SPECIAL CLEANING PAD
The cleaning pad supplied with this analyzer has been specially selected for its compatibility with the meter probe metals. Other types of
cleaners may cut or otherwise damage probe surfaces and/or adversely affect readings. Additional pads are available at a cost of $2.00 for 3
pads, plus $1.00 for postage and handling to the address at the end of these instructions. Checks only please payable in US funds. No phone
orders.
LIMITED WARRANTY
The tester is warranted free from defects for one year from date of purchase. During this period the unit may be returned to Luster Leaf
Products, Inc. with proof of purchase and $5.00 to cover postage and handling. It will be repaired or replaced. During the initial 90 days of this
warranty period the selling dealer is also authorized to replace a defective meter.
This warranty does not cover abuse, accidental damage, repair by anyone other than Luster Leaf Products, Inc., or consequential loss or
inconvenience resulting from use of the meter. This warranty gives you certain specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SERVICE
If adjustment or repair becomes necessary after the warranty expires, return the meter to Luster Leaf Products, Inc. with $10.00 to cover
postage, handling and service. Service includes labor & parts as required, except for replacement of externally damaged or lost components. For
service, or information regarding other Luster Leaf Products, Inc. items, please address:
REPLACEMENT BATTERIES: Three (3) #357 silver oxide, 1.55 volt, (generally sold in 3-packs)
This unit will operate for approximately 1,000 – 1,200 tests per battery set.
Luster Leaf Products, Inc.
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20 Techcourt
Woodstock, Illinois 60098
Engineered and designed in the US. Made in China.
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