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General| Model | 3440 |
|---|---|
| Category | Measuring Instruments |
| Display | LCD |
| Power Supply | Rechargeable Battery |
| Measurement Type | Density and Moisture |
| Radiation Source | Cesium-137 and Americium-241 |
| Application | Soil |
| Depth of Measurement | Up to 12 inches (300 mm) |
| Measurement Time | 1 minute (standard) |
| Battery Life | Approximately 8 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) |
Outlines critical safety warnings and precautions for operating the gauge.
Step-by-step guide to powering on the 3440-L and its initial self-test sequence.
Essential daily checks to ensure the gauge is ready for safe and accurate operation.
Configuration of measurement units, count time, and other initial settings.
How to choose between Soil and Asphalt measurement modes for the gauge.
Process for assigning and managing project numbers for data organization.
Procedure for performing the standard count, crucial for gauge calibration.
Step-by-step process for acquiring density and moisture measurements in Soil mode.
Instructions for taking density and moisture measurements in Asphalt mode.
Performing a statistical stability test to ensure gauge performance and accuracy.
Procedures for performing special calibrations for non-standard materials.
Entering or modifying calibration constants for accurate measurement calculations.
Discusses methods to limit radiation exposure: time, distance, and shielding.
Critical steps to follow in case of gauge damage, loss, or theft.
Details the necessity of a specific license for operating radioactive material gauges.
Procedures for conducting periodic leak tests on the gauge's radioactive sources.
Protocol for reporting and managing gauge-related incidents or damages.
Outlines DOT hazmat regulations for transporting nuclear devices within the U.S.
Procedures for maintaining mechanical components like the source rod and sliding block.
Instructions and requirements for shipping a gauge to Troxler for repair.
Step-by-step process for downloading project data from the gauge to a computer.
