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Step 2: FRT Installation
Caution!
It is recommended to install the tensiometers in wet soil. If you are unconfident about the
installation, contact us for advice or support from our trained staff.
Caution!
Rocks or obstacles in the soil may damage the ceramic cup if the force exerted on the
tensiometer is too high.
The tensiometer can be installed horizontally or
vertically. In both cases make sure the whole
plastic case (including plug) is buried to prevent
temperature conduction via the case which may
influence the measurement.
vertical installation less than 20 cm:
Use an installation
auger
to prepare the
installation hole in the desired depth. The auger
is designed to keep the disturbance to the
surrounding soil to a minimum and to ensure a
sufficient connection between soil and ceramic
Slurry the ceramic cup. In dry conditions it is
recommended to wet the soil by filling water into
the borehole until the soil in the area of the
ceramic cup is well soaked.
