Model 3430
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CHAPTER 3
OPERATING THE GAUGE
This chapter explains the basic operation of the Model 3430 Surface
Moisture-Density Gauge. Instructions for conducting a daily gauge
inspection, setting gauge parameters, taking the daily standard
count, preparing the site, positioning the gauge, and taking moisture
and density measurements are included.
CONTENTS
The Keypad .................................................................................... 3-2
Source Rod Positions ..................................................................... 3-4
Daily Inspection ............................................................................. 3-5
Turning the Gauge On ................................................................... 3-6
Gauge Parameter Setup .................................................................. 3-7
Setting Measurement Units ..................................................... 3-7
Setting the Count Time ........................................................... 3-8
Setting the Depth ..................................................................... 3-8
Selecting the Mode (Marshall/Proctor) ................................... 3-8
Taking the Standard Count .......................................................... 3-10
Site Preparation/Gauge Positioning ............................................. 3-12
Soil and Base Course Preparation ......................................... 3-12
Asphalt Surface Preparation .................................................. 3-14
Taking a Measurement – Soil Mode ............................................ 3-15
Taking a Measurement – Asphalt Mode ...................................... 3-17
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Страница 25: ...Model 3430 2 3 Figure 2 1 Direct Transmission Geometry Figure 2 2 Backscatter Geometry OPERATION THEORY...
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Страница 66: ...5 20 D xxxx M xxxx Use keys Moist R xxxx to view data Moist Avg xxxx to view data...
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Страница 111: ...Model 3430 C 17 Figure C 2 3430 Gauge Assembly MAINTENANCE...
Страница 113: ...Model 3430 C 19 Figure C 3 3430 Gauge Base Mechanical Assembly Figure C 4 3430 Source Rod Handle Assembly MAINTENANCE...
Страница 115: ...Model 3430 C 21 Figure C 5 3430 Gauge Preamplifier Assembly MAINTENANCE...
Страница 117: ...Model 3430 C 23 Figure C 6 3430 Gauge Scaler Assembly MAINTENANCE...
Страница 128: ...E 2 Date MS DS Date MS DS STANDARD COUNT LOG Gauge Serial Number...
Страница 129: ...Model 3430 E 3 Date MS DS Date MS DS STANDARD COUNT LOG Gauge Serial Number STANDARD COUNT LOG...
Страница 130: ...E 4 Date MS DS Date MS DS STANDARD COUNT LOG Gauge Serial Number...
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Страница 141: ...Model 3430 Warranty 1 NOTES WARRANTY...