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Tensiometer T8
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Connecting the indicator
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T8 configuration with tensioVIEW
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4.1
tensioLINK USB converter
4.2
Work with tensioVIEW
4.2.1
Menu
4.2.2
Current readings
4.2.3
Stored readings
4.2.4
Configuration of a device
4.3
Configuration settings for T8
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Service and maintenance
5.1
Refilling
5.1.1
When do Tensiometers need to be refilled?
5.1.2
Refilling in the lab
5.1.3
Refilling in the field
5.1.4
Refilling with a vacuum pump
5.2
Testing
5.2.1
Calibration
5.2.2
Check the Offset
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Protecting the measuring site
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
6.4
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Theft and vandalism
Cable protection
Frost
Protection against frost
Emptying the T8
Lightning protection and grounding
Useful notes
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
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Maximum measuring range and data interpretation
Temperature influences
Vapor pressure influence on pF/WC
Osmotic effect
Using a T8 as a piezometer
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Troubleshooting
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Appendix
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9.1
9.2
9.3
9.3.1
9.3.2
9.3.3
9.3.4
9.3.5
9.4
Technical specifications
Wiring configuration
Accessories
Connecting and extension cables
Handheld measuring device
Tensiometer augers
Refill kits
tensioLINK accessories
Units for soil water and matrix potentials
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