Related Manuals for Kestrel 5400AG
Summarization of Contents
Batteries
Lithium Battery Warnings
Provides warnings regarding the toxicity and handling of lithium batteries.
Battery Demand for Alerts
Explains how alert light and buzzer usage impact battery life and replacement needs.
Getting to Know Your Kestrel
Front View Components
Identifies and labels the components visible on the front of the Kestrel meter.
Back View Components
Identifies and labels the components visible on the back of the Kestrel meter.
Buttons and Functions
Kestrel Options Menu
Details system-wide and weather setup options accessible via the main Options menu.
Weather Mode Screens
Current Measurement Screen
Explains how to access settings for the current measurement display.
Min/Ave/Max Screen
Describes how to start, stop, and clear Min/Avg/Max tracking.
Data Graph Screen
Details how to view logged data points and graphs.
Data Points Screen
Explains how to scroll through logged data points and view their details.
Kestrel Menu Navigation
Types of Menu Items
Explains how tasks, submenus, combo fields, and locked values are handled in the menu system.
HLI Measurement Screen
Illustrates the HLI measurement display and selected guideline.
AHLU Measurement Screen
Illustrates the AHLU measurement display and selected guideline.
Getting Started
Install Battery and Power On
Instructions for installing the battery and powering on the Kestrel meter.
Configure Options Menu
Steps to set up Auto Store Rate, Overwrite, Graph Scale, Auto Shutdown, and Backlight.
Set Units, Date, Time, and Language
Guide to setting device units, date, time, and preferred language.
Calibrate Compass
Procedure for calibrating the compass on the Kestrel 5400AG model.
Measuring Air Flow
Inputting Duct Dimensions
Instructions for setting duct shape, length, width, or diameter for air flow calculations.
Measuring THI, HLI, AHLU, and WBGT
Selecting THI and HLI Equations
How to choose between NRC and YOUSEF equations for THI calculations.
Configure HLI and THI Settings
Steps to set HLI/THI zones, guidelines, and alerts for heat stress tracking.
Configure AHLU Settings
Pen Management Configuration
Adjusting pen parameters like manure class, shade, and water temperature for AHLU.
Cattle Profile Configuration
Setting cattle profile parameters like genotype, coat color, and health for AHLU.
AHLU Zones and Guidelines
Setting up colored zones and pre-saved guidelines for AHLU alerts.
Configure WBGT Settings
WBGT Zones and Guidelines
Setting up colored zones and pre-saved guidelines for WBGT alerts.
WBGT Alerts Configuration
Configuring light and buzzer alerts for WBGT thresholds.
Accurate Heat Stress Measurement Techniques
Measurement Environment Considerations
Advice on ground surface reflectivity and heat environment matching for accurate readings.
Equilibration Time
Explains the time needed for the unit to equilibrate to new environments before taking readings.
Measurement Positioning
Guidance on measurement height, wind exposure, and using mounts for accurate readings.
Custom Zone and Flag Settings
Setting Custom Heat Stress Zones
Steps to activate and set up to six customized heat stress warning zones.
Measuring Direction
Compass Orientation for Wind Direction
How to hold the Kestrel vertically for accurate wind direction measurement.
Altimeter and Barometer
Setting Reference Values on Baro Measurement Screen
How to input reference altitude or barometric pressure for accurate readings.
Setting Reference Values on Altitude Measurement Screen
How to input reference barometric pressure or altitude for accurate readings.
Using Min/Avg/Max Capture
Capturing Min/Avg/Max Values
Instructions on how to start, stop, and clear Min/Avg/Max data captures.
Connecting to Devices Using LiNK
Connecting to Computer, Mobile Phone, or Tablet
Steps to connect the Kestrel to computers or mobile devices via Bluetooth or USB.
Connecting to a New LiNK-Compatible Device
Connecting to Computers Using USB Cable
Instructions for connecting the Kestrel to a computer via USB for data transfer and updates.
Creating, Viewing, and Exporting Data Logs
Automatic Data Logging Setup
How to enable and configure automatic data logging frequency and overwrite settings.
Manual Data Logging
Methods for manually capturing individual data points or all measurements.
Viewing Logged Data on Kestrel Meter
Instructions for viewing logged data via Graph and Data Log Detail screens.
Exporting Data Logs to Mobile Device
Exporting Data Logs to Computer
Methods for exporting data logs to a PC or Mac using Kestrel LiNK software.
THI Menu and Calculations
NRC THI Equation
Details the NRC THI calculation formula and its references.
YOUSEF THI Equation
Details the YOUSEF THI calculation formula and its references.
LWSI Zone Thresholds
Presents the preprogrammed zone thresholds for the Livestock Weather Safety Index (LWSI).
Dairy Zone Thresholds
Presents the preprogrammed zone thresholds for dairy cows based on THI.
DairyAU Zone Thresholds
HLI Menu and Calculations
Details the blended HLI equation, its components, and blending function.
MLA Zone Thresholds
Presents the preprogrammed zone thresholds for Heat Load Index (HLI) for livestock.
AHLU Menu and Settings
Reference Animal Definition
Defines the parameters for a reference animal used in AHLU calculations.
Pen Management Parameters
Manure Class Criteria
Details the four-tiered classification scheme for feedlots and its criteria.
HLI Adjustments based on Environment
Manure Class HLI Adjustments
Shows how manure management class affects the HLI calculation.
Shade Provision HLI Adjustments
Details HLI adjustments based on the amount of shade available per animal.
Trough Water Temperature HLI Adjustments
Shows HLI adjustments based on the temperature of trough water.
HLI Adjustments and Cattle Profile
Mitigation Measures HLI Adjustments
Details HLI adjustments for extra water, feeding strategies, and manure clearing.
Cattle Profile Parameters for HLI
Sets HLI adjustments based on cattle genotype, coat color, days on feed, and health.
Impeller Replacement
Removing the Impeller
Instructions on how to safely remove the Kestrel impeller module.
Inserting the New Impeller
Guidance on correctly inserting a new impeller, noting the triangle marker.
5-Year Limited Product Warranty
Warranty Certificate Details
Outlines the terms, duration, and exclusions of the product warranty.
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