2. By using the arrow keys or the menu «CLEAR AVERAGE» is selected.
3. Accept this choice by pressing the ON/TEST button. An “OK” will appear in the display followed by
automatic return to the menu «MEASURE».
How to turn off the device
Press the ESC/OFF button and hold it down until the unit is turned off. Or the unit will
automatically turn off if 45 seconds have passed since use of any button.
Battery
The unit comes with a 9 volt Alkaline battery which are placed in the shock proof transport suitcase
carrying the unit. The battery is to be placed in the compartment situated in the lower half of the units when
it is turned around.
When the battery is in need of a replacement the message “Change battery” will appear in the display.
Only
use 9 volt Alkaline batteries
. To check the level of the battery in use select the menu «BATTERY».
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4 bars indicates full battery condition
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1 bar indicates low battery condition.
It is advised to have an additional battery close at hand when 1 bar indicates the level of the battery.
How to make your own grain scale
If you desire to make a scale for a particular crop not incorporated in the factory unit, then this can be done
by selecting the scale with the name “Bit” and follow the below mentioned instructions:
1. Turn off the unit by pressing the ON/TEST button. The menu «MEASURE» (choice of crop) will
automatically appear on the display.
2. Accept the choice of menu by pressing the ON/TEST button.
3. By using the arrow keys or the scale “Bit” is selected.
4. Fill the test cell with the desired crop and known moisture content, screw the lid on and perform the
test as described earlier.
5. Note the value which appears in the display together with the moisture content in the crop.
Perform this process repeatedly using different levels of moisture content until the scale meet the
range and requirements needed.
Storage/Use
It is recommended that you store the instrument in the enclosed transport packaging, that the instrument is
not exposed to large temperature fluctuations and that it is kept free of moisture.
If the instrument is taken into a warmer environment from a cold storage location, it is recommended that
one allow the unit to acclimatise in order that condensation does not affect the result of the measurement.
At the end of the season, wipe all surfaces with a well-wrung damp cloth and remove the battery from the
unit.
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