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Optional Grain and Bale Moisture and Temperature Probes
External probes connect to the meter via the
probe socket which is protected by a blanking
grommet when not in use.
Moisture and Temperature Probe 1.5m
(Part No. GRN3005)
Used with the
Grainmaster i2
-
S
to check the moisture
and temperature of grain while in the store.
Nine moisture probe calibrations are pre
-
programmed
into the
Grainmaster i2
-
S
: Wheat, Canola, Oilseed rape,
Barley, Oats, Linseed, Beans, Peas, 0
-
100 scale.
Note:
Ground sample readings are more accurate
than moisture probe measurements.
Bale Moisture Probe 600mm
(Part No. GRN6138)
U
sed with the
Grainmaster i2
-
S
to
check the moisture of straw and
hay bales. Calibrated for wheat
straw. Suitable for other baled
products.
Taking a moisture probe reading
Ensure the Grain Cell is clean. Do not touch the cell while using the probe.
Push the probe into the grain or bale and allow a few
minutes to stabilise. Connect the probe to the meter.
Press
.
The display will show
GRAIN PROBE or BALE PROBE
and
the moisture reading.
Grain moisture probe only:
Press
Λ
or V while the
reading is being displayed to switch between crop moisture and crop
temperature. If the display then reads
0.0,
press
.
When display shows
, use
Λ
or
V
to scroll to the crop required. When ready to take
another measurement, press .
Note:
Bias adjustments are made as shown on Page 9.
Care and Maintenance:
Moisture and Temperature Probe
-
should be kept clean of dust that may give an
inaccurate reading. Do not expose to extreme temperatures.
Bale Moisture Probe and Temperature Probes
-
beware sharp pointed end. Keep
covered when not in use. When removing the probe from the bale, avoid twisting the
handle.
Moisture Probes
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