METER WP4C - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .............................................................................................. 1
2. Operation ...................................................................................................2
2.1 Installation ................................................................................................2
2.2 Preparing Samples .....................................................................................3
2.3 Checking Sample Temperature ..................................................................4
2.4 Taking a Reading ........................................................................................ 4
3. System .........................................................................................................6
3.1 Specifications ............................................................................................6
3.2 Components ..............................................................................................8
3.2.1 Sample Chamber.............................................................................. 9
3.2.2 LED ................................................................................................ 10
3.2.3 Buttons .......................................................................................... 10
3.2.4 Display Screen ............................................................................... 11
3.2.5 Reading Modes .............................................................................. 14
3.2.6 Computer Interface ........................................................................ 15
3.3 Theory ...................................................................................................... 16
3.3.1 Defining Water Potential ............................................................... 16
3.3.2 Measuring Water Potential ............................................................ 17
4. Service ....................................................................................................... 19
4.1 Calibration ............................................................................................... 19
4.1.1 Verification Standards ................................................................... 19
4.1.2 Calibration Process ........................................................................ 19
4.2 Maintenance ............................................................................................ 21
4.3 Cleaning ................................................................................................... 21
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