THANK YOU for purchasing the Wile Soil Compaction Tester.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your Soil
Compaction Tester and remain with the Wile Soil Compaction Tester when
you sell it.
All Wile products carry a 12 month manufacturer warranty for materials and
workmanship. The warranty is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
on the receipt. To claim the warranty, the customer should return the defect
product to the Manufacturer, reseller, or the nearest Wile Service Partner.
The warranty claim must be accompanied by the description of the fault,
copy of sales receipt and customer’s contact information. The manufacturer
/ Wile service partner will repair or replace the defective product and return
it as soon as possible. The liability of Farmcomp is limited to the price of the
product in maximum. The warranty does not cover any damage that is caused
by incorrect or careless use of the product, dropping the product or damage
that is caused by repairs that are carried out by non-authorized personnel.
Farmcomp does not accept any responsibility for any direct, indirect or con-
sequential damages that are caused by the use of the product or the fact that
the product could not be used.
The meter does not require any special service.
The meter can be cleaned with wet or dry fabric. Do not use any detergents or
other strong cleaning substances. Do not put any liquids inside the meter.
Keep the meter in a dry place, preferably in room temperature. Prevent the
meter from falling and getting wet.
If you suspect a fault in the meter, please always test the battery first. If the
meter requires repair, contact your local Wile retailer for assistance. Wile mois-
ture meters can be calibrated and repaired only by Farmcomp and authorized
Wile service partners. READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate
and service your Soil Compaction Tester correctly. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Introduction
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