Troxler 3430 User Manual

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SETTING THE COUNT TIME
The count time defines how long the gauge reads. Longer count
times produce better measurement precision. Troxler recommends a
count time of one minute for most sample measurements.
To change the count time, press 〈TIME〉 to display:
Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the available count
times. When the desired count time is displayed, press
〈START/ENTER〉.
SETTING THE DEPTH
To change the depth of measurement, press 〈DEPTH〉.
Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the available
measurement depths. When the desired depth is displayed, press
〈START/ENTER〉.
SELECTING THE MODE (MARSHALL/PROCTOR)
The 3430 gauge may be used on construction materials (soils,
asphalt, concrete, and so on). To select the Soil mode, enter or
activate a Proctor value. To select the Asphalt mode, enter or
activate a Marshall value. Only one Marshall and one Proctor can be
stored in the gauge at one time.
Time: xx min.
(↑ ↓ or ENTER)
Depth: xx in.
(↑ ↓ or ENTER)

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