USING THE METER IN THE
CONTINUOUS MODE
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Change the set-point
to the desired value as described on
page 3. This must be done prior to turning the meter on.
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Plug the external power supply
into the side of the meter.
This will automatically put the meter in the continuous
mode. Once power is supplied, the backlight will turn on
and remain on until the external power is removed.
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Turn the meter on
by pressing the read key
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. A decimal
point will display for a few seconds and then the meter will
begin displaying the average and highest readings.
When the meter is operating continuously, it takes two
readings every second, and accumulates eight readings
before calculating their AVERAGE and HIGHEST val-
ues. After all eight readings have been taken, the meter
will begin a new read cycle.
The meter displays the aver-
age as Axx.x and the highest as xx.x alternately for two
seconds each.
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Turn the meter off
by either removing the external power
supply or pressing and holding the calibration check key
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until the meter is off. The backlight will stay on until
the power supply is removed.
Notes
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Start tractor before powering up meter.
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Disconnect meter before shutting down tractor.
ABOUT YOUR READINGS
The meter reads between 6% and 40%. Readings below 6%
are displayed as “.0” and are used in calculation as 7.5%;
readings above 40% are displayed as “99.9” and are used in
calculation as 45%.
Readings obtained while using the FX-2000 in its continuous
mode are usually higher than those obtained when probing
the bale by hand. Under normal conditions, expect the con-
tinuous readings to be around 2-4 points higher on average.
Tests show this difference can be even greater, especially on
large square bales, depending on overall conditions.
Do not be concerned that such differences exist. However, it
is important to have a feel for what the difference is since
conditions in the field change rapidly.
We recommend that you spot check the windrow and freshly
made bales to give additional information with regard to
these differences and to help establish the appropriate range
for baling.
CARE OF YOUR METER
To keep your meter in good working order:
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Store your meter in a clean, dry place. The optional
protective carrying case is an ideal storage place when
the meter is not in use.
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Change the 9-Volt battery as needed. Continued use with a
low battery may cause the meter to go out of calibration.
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Clean the meter and probe with any biodegradable cleaner.
Use the cleaner sparingly and on external parts only.
Do
not immerse the meter or any prod in water.
h
Remove the battery if the meter will not be used for one
month or longer.
WARRANTY
Delmhorst Instrument Co., referred to hereafter as
Delmhorst, guarantees its FX-2000 meter for three years
from date of purchase and any optional electrodes against
defects in material or workmanship for 90 days. If, within
the warranty period of the FX-2000, you find any defect in
material or workmanship return the meter following the
instructions in the
Service for Your Meter
section. This limited
warranty does not cover abuse, alteration, misuse, damage
during shipment, improper service, unauthorized or unreason-
able use of the meter or electrodes. This warranty does not
cover batteries, pin assemblies, or pins. If the meter or any
optional electrodes have been tampered with, the warranty
shall be void. At our option we may replace or repair the
meter.
Delmhorst shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages for the breach of any express or implied warranty
with respect to this product or its calibration. With proper care
and maintenance the meter should stay in calibration;
follow the instructions in the
Care of Your Meter
section.
The express warranty set forth above constitutes the entire
warranty with respect to Delmhorst meters and electrodes
and no other warranty, written, oral, or implied applies. This
warranty is personal to the customer purchasing the product
and is not transferable.
SERVICE FOR YOUR METER
If your meter is not working properly, replace the battery with
a new one and check the calibration. If this does not resolve
the problem please send your meter back to Delmhorst for
repair. Go to www.delmhorst.com and click on Support and
then download the Return Form. If you require further assis-
tance please call 877-DELMHORST (335-6467) or 973-334-
2557. E-mail [email protected]
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL DELMHORST BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY TYPE WHAT-
SOEVER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST
PROFITS OR DOWNTIME ARISING OUT OF OR RELAT-
ED IN ANY RESPECT TO ITS METERS OR ELEC-
TRODES AND NO OTHER WARRANTY, WRITTEN, ORAL
OR IMPLIED APPLIES. DELMHORST SHALL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY
OR DEFECT IN THIS PRODUCT THAT EXCEEDS THE
AMOUNT OF PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT.
