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All system monitoring and probe control functions are contained on the
console mounted to the right of the probe, referred to as the "foot". (Figures 3,4)
a) Voltage meter – monitors battery voltage
b) Side shift control – allows lateral movement of probe for multiple insertions at
a given location.
c) Extension control -- used to extend probe from transport to field use position
d) Fold control – folds probe from transport to use position
e) Probe speed flow control – controls insertion speed of NIR/EC Force Probe to
operator preference
f) Hydraulic pressure gauge – monitors system pressure during hydraulic
cycling
g) Hour meter—monitors engine operation for routine maintenance
h) Foot Control – Raises and lowers foot
i) Rotation control – aids in soil core insertion in tough soils. Down is clockwise-
direction required for coring.
j) Probe control – Raises and lowers probe assembly
k) Engine emergency stop – immediately shuts down engine if need arises.
l) 12VDC power switch for OpticMapper Instrument.
Voltage meter
Figure 3
12v power switch Engine emergency stop Probe control Rotation control Foot control
Hydraulic Controls
Side Shift control
Extension control Fold control
2-5
Probe speed
Flow control
Figure 4
Hyd pressure gauge
Engine hour meter
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