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Augering Kits
PR2
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Augering and access tube insertion for PR1 and PR2 Profile
Probes
Quick Start Guide
Version 1.0
Delta-T Devices Ltd

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  • Page 1 Augering Kits Augering and access tube insertion for PR1 and PR2 Profile Probes Quick Start Guide Version 1.0 Delta-T Devices Ltd...
  • Page 2 Profile Probes give accurate soil moisture readings when the access tubes are in close contact with the soil. Good augering and insertion techniques are vital to ensure this is achieved. Augering equipment Short access tubes can be installed in soft or cultivated soils using the Short Starter Kit only.
  • Page 3 Cleaning cloths or paper towels [8] Plastic sheet and bucket [9] PR2 [10] and HH2 meter [11] for checking the readings after installation. Stabilisation plate Choose a patch of ground that is as level and free of stones as possible.
  • Page 4 Change to the blue centring bush. Begin inserting the auger, rotating clockwise all the time. Auger about 200mm at a time. Retract the auger while rotating anti- clockwise and clean out with the spatula (be very careful of the sharp edges).
  • Page 5 If necessary, clean out the inside of the access tube with the cleaning rod and a short length of paper towel or cloth. Insert the PR2 and take 3 readings, rotating the probe through 120° increments (see PR2 Quick Start Guide). Look for low readings –...
  • Page 6 Finish auger short tubes in soft soils) Insert Push or hammer access tube into the soil access tube Check Take PR2 measurements to check the installation readings Fit collar and cap or bung, Finishing off insert flexicane Remove access tubes...