Solinst 101 P2 Operating Instructions

Equipment Check
1. Turn sensitivity dial fully clockwise.
Notes: 1. Clockwise rotation of sensitivity dial turns meter on and
increases sensitivity.
2. Always set switch to highest sensitivity position, then
decrease if necessary.
2. Depress the Battery Test button to test the battery and main
circuitry (does not test the tape or probe).
3. Submerse the probe in tap water. This completes the circuit
and activates the buzzer and light.
The Tape Guide
The Tape Guide has been designed to:
• Improve accuracy when reading water levels,
• Easily obtain repeatable measurements,
• Prevent tape being cut by well casing,
• Allow the tape and probe to hang straight from the side
of the well.
1. Fit the small end of the Tape Guide onto the edge of well casing
2" (50 mm) diameter or larger.
2. For small reels only, insert the leg of the Water Level Meter
into the hole on the Tape Guide and rest the Water Level
Meter on the side of the well casing. (See diagram at right).
3. To store the Tape Guide, simply clip it onto the support
bracket located on the back of the Water Level Meter.
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Water Level Measurements
1. The P2 Probe zero measurement point is the tip of the
2. For ease of operation the Tape Guide can be used to support
3. Feed the tape into and out of the well using the groove in
4. When using the Tape Guide, the measuring point is offset
Measurement Point
Insert Water Level
Meter leg through
hole
Fit onto well casing
needle in the center of the probe.
the Water Level Meter. (See diagram below).
the top of the Tape Guide. The light and buzzer activate
when the needle tip enters water. To ensure accuracy, lower
and raise the probe a few times and then record the depth
measurement from the tape at the top of the well.
from the top of casing. To adjust your measurements to the
top of the casing, simply subtract the amount indicated on
the front of the Tape Guide (i.e. 6 cm or 2/10 ft).