TROXLER 3400-B User Manual

Manual of Operation and Instruction

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Before using the gauge, carefully read this manual. It
is especially important to understand the Safety
Warnings at the beginning of this manual. Keep this
manual in a safe place that is always easily accessible
during the use of the gauge.

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Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.

Manual of Operation and Instruction3008 E. Cornwallis Road • P.O.

Box 12057

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 U.S.A.

Phone: 1.877.TROXLER

Outside the U.S.A.: +1.919.549.8661

Fax: [phone]

www.troxlerlabs.com

Troxler products are protected by U.S. and foreign patents.

Copyright  1988 – 2011

Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.

All Rights Reserved

No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in
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photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval
systems, for any purpose without the express written
permission of Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.

Magnalube-G is a registered trademark of Magnalube, Inc.

PN 103298
Edition 4
September 2011

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TROXLER SERVICE CENTERS

Troxler Corporate Headquarters

P.O. Box 12057

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Phone: 1.877.TROXLER (1.877.876.9537)

Outside the U.S.A.: +1.919.549.8661

Fax: [phone]

Technical Support

Phone: 1.877.TROXLER
(1.877.876.9537)
[e-mail]

Florida Office & Service Center

2376 Forsyth Road
Orlando, FL 32807
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Western Office & Service Center

11300 Sanders Drive, Suite 7
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Troxler Europe & Service Center

Troxler Electronics GmbH
Gilchinger Strasse 33 D.82239
Alling nr. Munich, Germany
Phone: ++ 49.8141.71063
Fax: ++49.8141.80731
[e-mail]

To locate an independent, Troxler-authorized service partner
near you, call 1.877.TROXLER (1.877.876.9537).

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North Carolina Service Center

3008 E. Cornwallis Road
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Midwestern Office & Service
Center

1430 Brook Drive
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Southwestern Office & Service
Center

2016 East Randol Mill Rd., Suite 406
Arlington, TX 76011
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Troxler Electronic Technologies
(Zhangjiagang)

1F, Bldg G, No. 1 Guotai North Road
ZJG, China, 215600
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

The 3400-B Series Manual of Operation and Instruction provides
detailed instructions for the proper use and care of the 3401
and 3411 gauges as well as radiation safety information.

Chapter 1, Introduction

Provides a brief overview of the gauges and their features

Chapter 2, Parts and Accessories

Contains instructions for unpacking and inspection and
describes the controls for the 3401-B and 3411-B.

Chapter 3, 3411 Operating Procedures

Describes procedures for taking standard counts and
measurements, and setting target values

Chapter 4, 3401 Operating Procedures
Explains how to take standard counts and measurements

Chapter 5, Special Use Procedures

Contains special procedures, including correction factors, trench
measurements, thin lift overlays, and roof moisture

Chapter 6, Gauge Base Electronics

Describes the gague’s electrical components and provides
procedures for perofmring stat and drift test

Appendix A, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Provides maintenance procedures and basic troubleshooting

Appendix B, Radiation Theory and Safety

Describes radiation safety, terminology, and theory

Appendix C, Theory of Operation

Describes how the gauge operates

Appendix D, Specifications

Contains the mechanical, electrical, and environmental
performance specifications

Appendix E, Standard Count Log
Provides the count log template for your use.

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

The 3400-B Series Manual of Operation and Instruction contains
information on safely using this unit. Also included in this
manual are safety warnings, basic parameter setup, system
troubleshooting, and general maintenance.

Do not attempt to operate the gauges before reading this manual
and the safety warnings posted on the units. Troxler stresses
that the user is solely responsible for ensuring safe use. The
manufacturer, its subsidiary, representatives, and distributors
cannot assume responsibility for any mishaps, damage, or
personal injury that may occur from failure to observe the
safety warnings in this manual and posted on the unit.

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