Luster Leaf 1601 Rapitest Soil Test Kit
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Luster Leaf 1601 Rapitest Soil Test Kit
Customer Review: EASY TO USE SOIL TESTING!
Summary: 5 Stars
I followed the easy instructions to find that my soil is void of nitrates, extremely low in phosporus and okay in potash and slightly acidic. With this knowledge I now know what the soil needs and why nothing wants to grow. With this knowledge and knowing what the cure is, I hope to finally have grass......
I found that if I cut the tip off of the capsules (just a nip at the tip) that the chemical you mix with the water for the test does not spill everywhere. Trying to twist the capsule did not work for me....just cut the tip ande pour. You will learn so much!
Customer Review: Easy to use
Summary: 5 Stars
This product is very easy to use and is pretty accurate. I tested this against a high dollar digatal meter and the results were the same. I would recomend this and will buy again if needed.Customer Review: Easy to use except capsules disintegrate
Summary: 3 Stars
Living in Panama, and have no state or local farm agency to test the soil here, so I bought the kit in NJ. It worked to some degree, but as others have noted the capsules are very difficult to deal with and some were totally disintegrated in the pkg. Needless to say, I was not flying back to NJ to return the product, but it is hardly worth the effort to do the tests, having been a gardener all my life I'll stick to the old method, if it's growing leave it alone, if it's not try cow or chicken manure, if that's not working try lime !!!!Customer Review: Exactly what I was looking for
Summary: 4 Stars
Great item. It was exactly what I was looking for. The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because they didn't offer the refill chemicals so I had to order two of these items.Customer Review: Extend the capsule life & get more
Summary: 5 Stars
1) Yes, the capsule life can be extended by ensuring you re-seal the ziplock-style bag they come in. Moisture in the air will shorten the capsule life. Close each bag as soon as you remove the capsule you plan to use. Do not allow any moisture to get into the bag, such as with wet fingers.
2) The test capsules do have a shelf-life. I replace my capsules every two years. Replacement capsules are available from the manufacturer. Here is a link to the order form:
http://www.lusterleaf.com/pdf%20files/Capsule%20order%20form.pdf
3) If you are a bit shaky, use a small funnel to transfer the capsule material to the test chamber easier.
By following the above points, you should be able to use your test kit for a long time with good results.
Happy Planting! -- Ryan