Raintrip P403 Soil Tester Instruction Manual

SOIL TESTER
Model: P403
Household use only
Instruction Manual

Name of Each Part

• The illustrations used in this instruction manual may differ fran the actual products you have purchased.

Please read these instructions before use,and keep for future reference.

A suitable soil environment is vital for the healthy growth of plants. This means providing ideal soil conditions, adequate water, sunlight, and plenty of nutrients for your plants. Raintrip 4-in-1 soil tester helps you know your soil more clearly and care for your plants better. It will help you avoid some common mistakes made by gardeners, such as over or under watering and planting in an area with insufficient lighting, and even highlight potential issues with soil that is too alkaline or acidic.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

HOW TO USE?

Step 1: Switch light/ moisture/nutrient/pH/ position. Step 2: Choose a spot, and insert the meter probe into the soil at least 25 inches. Don’t force it. If you meet resistance, try another spot. Step 3: The needle will respond immediately, but read the final results when the needle keeps still. Step 4: Remove the probe from the soil and wipe it clean after each use.
TIPS:
Make sure to regularly inspect the probe and tips, and when you notice any rust, gently polish them using fine sandpaper (#400-1000).

READOUT SEALE

Light Scale
Relative Light Intensity 0-20001ux (0 – 200 LOW, 200 – 500 LOW:+, 500 – 1000 NOR 1000 – 2000 HGH) 0-500: Only suitable for some ferns, shade-loving crops growth 500- 2000: Suitable for most plants
NOTE:
The light sensor is designed for sunlight testing, not suitable for artificial light testing Moisture Sensor
Moisture Range: 1- 9 (1~ 2 DRY, 3 – 7 NOR, 8 – 9 WET)
W Red:1-2
Soil s dry, may only suitable for some succulents growth
M Green: -7
Soil is moisture, suitable for most plant growth
M Blue: 8-9
Soil is wet, Suitable for ferns and wet-loving plants
NOTE:
Please read the “Plants Watering Guide” (Page 6 to 7) to know how much moisture is best for your plant. Soil Fertility
Nutrient Range: 1 – 9(1LOW, 2 – 8 NOR, 9 HGH)
Yellow:1
Soil fertilty is insufficient, only suitable for the growth of some succulents.
m Green: 2-7
Soil fertility is sufficient and suitable for most plant growth.
W Red: 9
Soil fertility is too much. No need to add fertilizer.
NOTE:
The fertility results are based on comprehensive measurements of soil moisture, nutrients and pH, Not a single-element value. Ph Sensor
Ph Range: Low—8
L0V Strongly Acidic
5 Acidic
M6 slightly Acidic
W 7 Neutral
M 8 Slightly Alkaline

NOTE:
Pay attention to the following tips when do pH test

1. Make sure the soil moisture value =5.
2. Make sure the probe insert at least 3.9 inches.
3. Most soll in the home garden or the mixed soil you buy from market, they are slightly acidic to neutral, already suitable to your gardening need.
4. Before testing soil pH, gently polish the TIP ad
   FROBE using ne sandpaper (# 400-1000).

PLANT WATERING GUIDE

These information for your reference only
WATER THESE PLANTS when dry RANGE LEVEL (Red Zone:1-2)
AGAVE
ALOE
ANCHOR PLANT
ASPARAGUS FERN
BABY’S BREATH
BIRD OF PARADISE
CACTI
CAST IRON PLANT
CENTURY PLANT
CRYPTANTHUS
DONKEY’S TAIL
DRACAENA
DUMB CANE
EUPHORBIA
FICUS AUDREY
FIDDLE LEAF FIG
FICUS LYRATA
FLAMING SWORD
LANTANA
LIPSTICK VINE
PEPEROMIA
PILEA
FIRECRACKER PLANT
ORCHID
POINSETTIA
GOLD DUST PLANT
HIBISCUS
JADE PLANT
JASMINE PLANT
OXALIS TRIANGULARIS
PONYTAIL PLANT
SNAKE PLANT
STRING OF HEARTS.
STRING OF PEARLS
SUCCULENTS
27 PLANT

WATER THESE PLANTS when dry RANGE LEVEL (Green Zone:3-5)
ARALIA FALSE
BLUSHING BRIDE
CHINESE EVERGREEN
BONSAI TREE
DAPHNE
BAMBOO PLANT
CEROPEGIA
ECHEVERIA
BEGONIA

CHAIN CACTUS
FLAMINGO PLANT
FITTONIA
GLORY LILY
HOYA
SPRAY FOLIAGE DAILY IVY
LANTERN PLANT
LIVING VASE PLANT
MONEY TREE
MONSTERA DELICIOSA
PEACE LILY
PHILODENDRON
POLKA DOT PLANT
POTHOS
RHAPHIDOPHORA TETRASPERMA
RUBBER PLANT
SPIDER PLANT
TRADESCANTIA ZEBRINA
VELVET PLANT
WEEPING FIG

WATER THESE PLANTS when dry RANGE LEVEL (Green Zone:
ACTION PLANT
AFRICAN VIOLET
ALOCASIA
ANTHURIUM
AZALEA
BABY TEARS
BAY TREE
BUDDHIST PINE
CALADIUM
CALATHEA
CALLA LILY
CHRISTMAS
CACTUS
COLEUS
CREEPING FIG
GARDENIA
SENSITIVE PLANT
COLOCASIA
FINGERNAIL PLANT
TEMPLE BELLS
CROTON
DIEFFENBACHIA
DRACAENA PALM
EUONYMUS
FERNS
PALM
PRAYER PLANT

DON’T WATER PLANTS AT WET LEVEL (Blue Zone: 8-9)

SOIL PH LEVELS

These information for your reference only

LIGHT SCALE READINGS CHART

The minimum light needed for at least 16 hours per day.
These information for you reference only.

SPECIAL REMINDER :

1. Don’t force the meter into the soil; when meeting the resistance, insert it in another spot.
2. Clean and wipe the probe after each use.
3. Don’t insert it in the soil for a long time.
4. Only applied to test the soil. (NOTE THAT IT CAN’T TEST THE WATER or any other liquids)
5. Do not use the meter to loosen the soil.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Q: Is this meter good for testing outdoor garden plants such as tomatoes and peppers etc.?

A: It worked fine outside. Also don't forget to remove it from your plant and clean.

2. Q:What is the warranty for the tester?

A:12 months replacement warranty from seller.Any quality-related issue please free feel contacting the seller and will do our best help you within 48 hours. Please email your order number and detailed problems to us. support@raintrip.net

3.G:How deep can this go?

A: The probes are 6.6

4. Will this work for testing over-watering in a 5 gallon grow bag/pot?

5. Q:Do | have wait 10 mins each if i want to measure moisture, light & ph? will it be 30 mins to measure everything?

A: No. As s00n as you put it in the sol, the reading appears.You do have to manually select the measurement, ie. PH, light or moisture, Please keep a clean towel handy to wipe the sensors off and go to the next plant.

6. Q:can you just leave it in the soil 24/72

ADon't insert it in the soil for a long time. Remove it out and clean after testing,

7. Q:Does pushing the rods into a potted plant harm the roots? If yes, will this effect the plant?

A: Depending on the plant, stay toward the edge of the pot, you should be fine...f you feel resistance, try different spot.

8.Q: Can | use your soil tester under the plant lamp to measure the soil's light?

A: The light test is designed for sunlight testing originally, not suitable for the plant lamp or artificial light. However, when you put it close to the artificial light source, it has results as well.

9.Q: Can this be used for extremely dry soil in Bonsai Containers?

A: Not recommended. You'd better water the soil moderately, then test the moisture again.

10. Q: What powers the unit?

ANo battery s required.

SPECIFICATIONS

Ph Sensor
pH Range:| Low-8 pH ( Low:Strongly Acidic, :Acidic, 6:Slightly Acidic, 7 Neutral, 8 Slightly Alkaline)
Soil Fertility
Nutrient Range:| 1 – 9 (1LOW, 2 – 8 NOR, 9 HGH)
Moisture Sensor
Moisture Range:| 1- 9 (1 – 2 DRY, 3 – 7 NOR, 8 – 9 WET)
Light Scale
Relative Light Intensity| O – 2000lux

LIMITED WARRANTY ON MOISTENLAND 4-IN-1 SOIL METER

OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR DEFECTIVE GOODS IS LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND AS DESCRIBED BELOW IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT.
WHO MAY USE THIS WARRANTY?
This limited warranty only to the consumer who originally purchased the product (“you”). It does not extend to any subsequent owner o other transferees of the product. WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY COVER? This limited warranty covers defects in materials and ‘workmanship of the Moistenaland 4-in-1 soil meter (the “product”) for the Warranty Period as. defined below.
WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY NOT COVER?
This limited warranty does not cover any damage due to: (1) transportation; (2) storage; (3) improper use; (4) failure to follow the product instructions or to perform any preventive mainte nance; (5) modifications; (6) unauthorized repair; (7) normal wear and tear; or (8) external causes such as accidents, abuse, or other actions or events beyond our reasonable control.
WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?
This limited warranty starts onthe date of your purchase and lasts for one year (the “Warranty Period”). The Warranty Period is not extended if we repair or replace the product. We may change the availability of this limited warranty at our discretion, but any changes will not be retroactive.
WHAT ARE YOUR REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY?
Concerning any defective product during the Warranty Period, we will, at our sole discretion, either: (a) repair or replace such product (or the defective part) free of charge or (b) refund the purchase price of such product if an exchange unit cannot be provided.

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