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SATURO
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the SATURO Infiltrometer from METER Group. This manual should
help you understand the functionality of SATURO, make high-quality K
fs
measurements, and
get the most out of the instrument.
SATURO was designed to be an automated instrument for measuring permeability
and field saturated hydraulic conductivity (K
f s
) in soil. It utilizes a multipressure head
analysis approach to simplify the corrections for three-dimensional flow from a single-
ring infiltrometer, allowing for quick measurements of hydraulic conductivity without
needing postprocessing. This automated approach reduces error in the hydraulic
conductivity assessment (Reynold and Elrick 1990).
Verify all instrument contents shipped and appear in good condition:
• Control unit
• Two insertion rings: 5-cm depth and 10-cm depth
• Driving plate
• Infiltrometer head
• Charging adapter
• Two collapsible water tanks
• 6.4-mm (1/4-in) diameter tube for air output
• 9.5-mm (3/8-in) diameter tube for water output
• 7.9-mm (5/16-in) diameter tube for water input
• Metal file
• Driving mallet
• Flathead screwdriver
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