Delmhorst Instrument F-6 & F-6/6-30 - Manual (Page 6)

hIf you are testing high density bales, we recommend using
the H-4 handle with the 830-2 10” prod, 830-3 18” prod,
or the 830-4 36” prod. Using the handle/prod combina-
tion eliminates stress on the instrument case and the panel
meter that may occur when trying to insert the prod into a
high density or large bale.
hWhen using the 36” prod, be sure to guide the prod into
the bale with one hand while pushing on the H-4 handle.
Testing in the Windrow
There are three ways to test moisture content in the windrow:
Test A
h Attach the #831 short pin prod to the H-4 handle and
connect the handle to the connector on top of the meter.
h Prepare a representative sample by collecting hay from
various parts of the windrow.
h Place hay in a non-conductive container (such as a 5 to 10
gallon plastic pail) and apply the short pin prod to the hay.
h Press down on the electrode to make firm contact with the
hay sample.
h Press the read key
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and take a reading.
h Mix the sample once again and take at least two more
readings. Use the highest readings.
Notes
hRepeat the steps above if considerable variations are found
in the meter readings. To reduce these variations, chop the
hay, mix it thoroughly and take several readings by follow-
ing the procedures above. This will make the moisture
distribution in the sample more uniform.
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