Figure 6. Marking the Test Area
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Carefully pick up the scraper plate. Be careful not to disturb
the soil around the hole.
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Position the Gauge on the prepared area inside the
markings.
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To ensure correct positioning of the Gauge, lower the
source rod into the prepared hole. Use care when
inserting the source rod; do not to disturb the soil
around the hole.
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0
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Raise the source rod back to the SAFE position.
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You are now ready to perform your measurement
NOTE:
Perform the standard count at least once a day.
The best practice is to perform the standard count at
the jobsite on the first test site of the day.