Troxler 3430 User Manual

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TURNING THE GAUGE ON
The gauge uses rechargeable NiCad batteries (included) as a power
source. When first turned on, the control panel displays test
characters before proceeding to the self-test.
NOTE
If the gauge turns off immediately after it is turned on,
the battery charge may be low or the gauge may be wet
inside. Refer to the information in Appendix C on
battery charging and gasket replacement.
To turn the gauge on, press 〈ON/YES〉. The gauge performs a test
of its liquid crystal display (LCD):
After the 300-second self-test, the gauge will enter the Ready mode.
In this state any of the gauge functions may be accessed.
The Ready mode display is:
The first line of the display indicates the current count time. The
second line of the display indicates the source rod depth that has
been selected.
NOTE
The gauge will automatically turn off after five hours if
no keys are pressed.
Testing LCD
0123456789ABCDEFG
〈READY〉 xx min
Depth: xx inches

Troxler 3430 Specifications

General

Measurement Principle	Nuclear
Power Source	Rechargeable battery
Display	LCD
Data Storage	Internal memory
Type	Portable
Material Measured	Soil, Asphalt
Moisture Measurement Range	0 to 60%
Operating Temperature	-10 to 50°C
Source	Cesium-137