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Bi-partite gouge auger model P
Bi-partite gouge auger model P
The manual provides essential instructions for the safe and effective use of the bi-partite gouge auger model P. Important instructions and warnings are highlighted with specific symbols to ensure user safety and device integrity.
Description
The gouge auger model P features a two-part design with an auger body and a top part with handles, connected by an M-10 thread. It includes a cutting head for efficient soil sampling, with a maximum sample length of 60 cm. The auger is made of stainless steel, with a total length of 114 cm.
Usage Instructions
1. Insert the auger vertically into the soil without revolving to collect a 60 cm sample.
2. Avoid using force to prevent damage.
3. For fiber-rich soils, push the auger quickly through the top layer to prevent clogging.
4. Revolve the auger slightly to break the sample from the soil.
5. Lift the auger with proper posture to avoid injury.
6. Cut and empty the sample using a spatula.
7. Clean the auger after use and avoid using it in gravelly soils.
Applications
The gouge auger model P is suitable for cohesive soils and is ideal for mapping, root research, placing tensiometers, clay inventories, and soil suitability assessments. It can penetrate soils with varying resistance levels.
Appendix: Rust and Maintenance
The augers are made from iron-manganese steel, which may develop rust during storage. Rust can be removed with wet sand or during initial use. For maintenance, rinse augers used in acidic or saline soils with pH-neutral water. Use specific cleaning agents for oil-polluted boreholes and store in a ventilated area.
FAQs
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Augers clean themselves through soil friction but require rinsing in certain conditions.
- Rust Prevention: Paint, zinc plating, and wax are not used due to contamination risks.
- Contamination Concerns: Zinc plating on extension rods does not contaminate samples, and stainless steel is stable and does not release detectable metal levels.
- Chromium Plating: The chromium-plated gouge is durable but not recommended for chromium soil analysis due to potential contamination.
Catalog excerpts
♦ Eykelkamp Soil & Water Bi-partite gouge auger model P Meet the difference Eijkelkamp Soil & Water Nijverheidsstraat 30, 6987 EM Giesbeek, the Netherlands
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On these operating instructions When the symbol shown on the left is placed before a piece of text, this means that an important instruction follows. When the symbol shown on the left is placed before a piece of text, this means that an important warning follows pointing out a risk of injury to the user or damage to the device. The user is always responsible for it own personal protection. Text in italics means that the actual text is shown on the display screen. Description The bi-partite gouge auger model P consists of an auger body at the bottom side and a top part with handles. For the connection...
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4. Cut the cylindrical column of material along the rims of the auger body. The sample left inside shows an almost completely undisturbed profile. 5. Empty the auger by pushing the sample for instance by using a bent spatula of 16 mm (spherical side upwards) Notes: Keep the auger clean after use by rinsing contamination with water. If the soil profile changes to soils holding gravel or rocks and stones the boring can not be continued. If deeper boring is required then additional extension rods can be fitted. A ring spanner or open-end spanner 12x13 should be used to slacken or tighten the...
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Appendix: Rust on augers and gouges These augers and gouges are made of high tensile-strength forgeable iron-manganese steel. Both iron and manganese are non-toxic metals, abundant in the earth’s crust on which we live. Natural concentrations are very high. During storage and transport some rust may develop on the bare metal surface. During first use this rust will scour off quickly. You may also scour with some wet sand prior to first use. The auger or gouge is then ready for sampling of soil on all metals like zinc, cadmium, chromium, copper and even iron and manganese! Question 1: How do I...
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