Nova-Tech PMB Moisture Analyzer User Manual

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PMB Moisture Analyzer

(P.N. 9618, Revision D, June 2009)

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Software revisions V1.27 and up

Easy Reference:

Model name of the analyzer: Serial number of the unit: Software revision number

(Displayed when power is first turned on): Date of Purchase:

Name of the supplier and place:

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1.0 CONTENTS

1.0 CONTENTS ...........................................................................................................................1

2.0 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................3

3.0 SET UP ..................................................................................................................................5

3.1 UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR ANALYZER....................................................................................5

3.2 ASSEMBLING THE ANALYZER....................................................................................................................6

3.3 LEVELLING THE ANALYZER........................................................................................................................7

3.4 WARM-UP TIME............................................................................................................................................7

3.5 LOCATING AND PROTECTING YOUR ANALYZER.....................................................................................8

3.6 SAFETY.........................................................................................................................................................9

4.0 DISPLAY and KEYPAD ......................................................................................................13

4.1 NUMERIC ENTRY METHOD.......................................................................................................................15

5.0 REAR PANEL INTERFACES..............................................................................................16

5.1 POWER........................................................................................................................................................16

5.2 DATA INTERFACES....................................................................................................................................16

5.2.1 FILES ON A USB MEMORY DEVICE ............................................................................................17

5.3 SECURITY LOCK ........................................................................................................................................17

6.1 SETUP OF METHOD...................................................................................................................................18

6.1.1 MANUALLY SETTING TEST PROCEDURES.................................................................................20

6.1.2 PRINT CURRENT SETTINGS.........................................................................................................26

6.2 STORE TEST SETTINGS...........................................................................................................................27

6.3 RECALL TEST SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................................28

6.4 DELETE TEST SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................................29

6.5 REVIEW TEST SETTINGS.........................................................................................................................29

6.6 STORE and RECALLING TEST SETTINGS FROM USB MEMORY...........................................................29

7.0 RUNNING A TEST...............................................................................................................33

8.0 PRINT AND STORE RESULTS...........................................................................................37

8.1 PRINTING FINAL TEST RESULTS .............................................................................................................37

8.2 STORING TEST RESULTS .........................................................................................................................37

8.3 RECALLING TEST RESULTS ...................................................................................................................38

8.4 DELETING TEST RESULTS......................................................................................................................38

9.0 STORING RESULTS IN USB MEMORY.............................................................................40

10.0 ANALYZER MENUS............................................................................................................42

10.1 SUPERVISOR MENUS................................................................................................................................42

10.1.1 SERIAL INTERFACE PARAMETERS.............................................................................................44

10.1.2 SETUP PARAMETERS...................................................................................................................45

10.1.3 CALIBRATION.................................................................................................................................47

10.1.3.1 MASS CALIBRATION.....................................................................................................................47

10.1.3.2 TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION.....................................................................................................48

10.1.3.3 CALIBRATION REPORT.................................................................................................................51

10.1.4 PASSCODES ..................................................................................................................................52

10.1.4.1 FORGOTTEN PASSCODES...........................................................................................................52

10.2 STORE AND RECALL ANALYZER SETTING FROM USB MEMORY.......................................................53

11.0 SERIAL INTERFACE..........................................................................................................56

11.1 RS-232 HARDWARE ...................................................................................................................................56

11.2 USB SERIAL HARDWARE ..........................................................................................................................56

11.3 INPUT COMMANDS ....................................................................................................................................57

11.4 PRINTING RESULTS...................................................................................................................................57

11.5 ANALYZER CONFIGURATION THROUGH THE SERIAL INTERFACE.....................................................60

11.5.1 TEST PARAMETERS......................................................................................................................60

11.5.2 ANALYZER SETUP PARAMETERS ...............................................................................................61

11.5.3 ANALYZER RECALL PARAMETERS .............................................................................................62

11.5.4 REQUEST VALUES OF PARAMETERS........................................................................................ 62

11.6 CONTINUOUS OUTPUT .............................................................................................................................63

12.0 SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES.......................................................................................64

13.0 MENU STRUCTURE............................................................................................................67

14.0 SAMPLE PREPARATION...................................................................................................73

15.0 GUIDANCE NOTES.............................................................................................................75

16.0 WARRANTY STATEMENT ................................................................................................80

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2.0 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the PMB Moisture Analyzer.

This Instruction Manual will familiarize you with the installation, accessories, trouble-shooting, after sales service information, general maintenance of the analyzer, etc. and will guide you through the various applications. Please read this Manual thoroughly before starting the operation. If you need any clarifications, feel free to contact your supplier or Adam Equipment.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The PMB Moisture analyzers are ideal for laboratory and general purpose weighing.

FEATURES:

• Large easy to read LCD display with

backlight

• Bi-directional RS-232 interface and

USB interface.

• USB Host connection for memory

device

• Can be configured to print a GLP

Compliant report after each calibration to include the time, date, analyzer number and a verification of the calibration

• 400 watt Halogen Heater

• Rapid heat Function

• Capacity tracker

• Date and time

• Easy to use, sealed keypad

• Password protection

• Security locking point

• Multiple languages for display and

printing

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3.0 SET UP

3.1 UNPACKING

AND SETTING UP YOUR ANALYZER

Remove the analyzer from the packing by carefully lifting it out of the box. Inside the box you will find everything needed to start using the analyzer-

9 AC power cable 9 Pan Support 9 Stainless Steel Lower Chamber Insert 9 Sample Pan Lifter 9 Sample Pans (x10) 9 Spare Fuse, T5Amp 9 This User Manual

For PMB supplied from the USA only:

9 RS-232 Interface Cable for use with a PC 9 USB to PC cable 9 USB driver software on CD

IMPORTANT: Before applying power the analyzer make sure the analyzer is configured for the power in your area. The analyzer will have a label on the rear panel showing the voltage required. 115VAC (±10%) or 230VAC (±10%). If the label does not match your power do not attempt to use the analyzer, damage to the analyzer could result.

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3.2 ASSEMBLING

THE ANALYZER

For best performance, let the analyzer warm up for 30 minutes before using.

z Locate the analyzer on a solid

surface, free from vibration with good ventilation around it.

z Place the lower reflector (1) into

the base of the weighing chamber

z Gently place the pan support

(2) into the access hole. Rotate to position.

z Place the sample pan lifter (3)

into the weighing chamber, rotate so the tangs on the lifter do not interfere with the pan supports and the handle exits the chamber using one of the gaps in the cover.

z Place an empty aluminium

weighing tray (4) on the pan support

z Level the analyzer using the

adjustable feet and spirit level

For some applications it is desirable to run the analyzer in a dummy run to warm up the weighing chamber and the surrounding area before doing the actual test. See section 14 for other ideas to help ensure accurate test results.

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3.3 LEVELLING THE ANALYZER

After placing the analyzer in a suitable location, level it by using the spirit level on the rear of the analyzer. To level the analyzer turn the two

3.4 WARM-UP TIME

adjustable feet at the rear of the analyzer until the bubble in the spirit level is centred.

Attach the power supply cable to the connector on the rear of the analyzer. The master power switch is on the rear panel, next to the mains cable. Turn the power on. The display will indicate the analyzer serial number and the software revision number followed by the capacity of the analyzer. Next the analyzer will run a self-test by displaying all segments. The display will show zero weight

accompanied by the Î0Í symbol. Before you start weighing, you have to wait for the analyzer to achieve a stable internal temperature. In addition it may be necessary for some material test to preheat the weighing chamber so that the delay to reach operating temperature is minimised.

A stable sign

~ is shown when the analyzer is in

stable condition. It will turn off if the analyzer is

not stable.

Exact zero is shown when the “Î0Í “ symbol

is on to the left of the display area.

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3.5 LOCATING AND PROTECTING YOUR ANALYZER

In order to keep your analyzer functioning at its best we suggest that you do the following:

Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in direct sunlight or near air conditioning vents.

Make sure there are no heat sensitive or flammable material above the analyzer. The exhaust from the weighing chamber can be very hot.

Make sure the analyzer is located on a strong table and free from vibration.

Avoid unstable power sources. Do not use near large users of electricity such as welding equipment or large motors.

Keep free from vibration. Do not place near heavy or vibrating machinery.

Avoid high humidity that might cause condensation. Keep away from direct contact with water. Do not spray or immerse the analyzers in water.

Do not place near open windows, airconditioning vents or fans that may cause a draft and unstable readings.

Keep the analyzers clean. Clean up spills in the weighing chamber before they become baked on.

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3.6 SAFETY

This Moisture Analyzer complies with the European Council Directives and international standards for electromagnetic compatibility, and safety requirements.

Improper use or handling can result in damage or injury. To prevent damage to the equipment, read these operating instructions

thoroughly. Keep these instructions in a safe place. For safe and dependable operation please follow these instructions.

• The Moisture Analyzer is used for determination of the moisture in

samples. Do not use it for any other purpose. Improper use is dangerous and can cause injury or damage to other property.

• The Moisture Analyzer must be operated as described in this manual. The

environment must be controlled so that hazardous materials or conditions are not present.

• The Moisture Analyzer must be operated only by trained personnel who

are familiar with the properties of the samples used and with the operation of the instrument. Do not leave the analyzer unattended when running a test.

• Make sure before getting started that the voltage printed on the rear panel

is identical to your local voltage.

• Your Moisture Analyzer is supplied with a 3-pin power cable with a

grounding conductor. Use cables that meet the safety standards for your location and include the earth ground conductor.

• DO NOT disconnect the earth ground connection.

• The mains cable should not touch the enclosure where it can be heated

during the test.

• Remove the power cable if the Moisture Analyzer is serviced.

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• Protect the Moisture Analyzer from external liquids. Clean any spills

immediately.

• If there are any visible damage to the Moisture Analyzer or the power

cable, Stop using the instrument immediately. Unplug the power and isolate the analyzer. Do not use until the faults have been repaired.

• All repairs must be done by a trained technician. There are no user

serviceable parts in the enclosure.

• Contact Adam Equipment or your dealer for assistance.

HOT SURFACES

• During test the cover of the heating chamber can become very hot,

especially near the top vent. Keep all material away from the vent area. Do not touch hot surfaces.

• leave 20 cm (about 8 inches) around the moisture analyzer and 1 m (3 ft.)

above.

• Samples will be hot after a test. Do not use bare fingers to pick up any

samples pans or touch the materials. The internal surfaces of the weighing chamber may be hot for some time after a test.

MATERIALS

• The PMB moisture analyzer is not suitable for all materials. During the

drying process samples will be heated to high temperatures. Materials that are flammable or explosive should not be tested.

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• Materials that emit toxic, caustic or noxious fumes should only be tested in

suitable fume hoods or with other ventilation.

• Materials that will have a film on the surface during drying may cause high

internal pressures to be present. These materials should not be tested using this method.

• Materials that emit aggressive or corrosive fumes (such as acids) should

be tested using small quantities of material in an area with good ventilation.

• See Section 14 for further information on sample preparation.

The user shall be liable and responsible for any damage that arises in connection with this moisture analyzer.

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4.0 DISPLAY AND KEYPAD

The LCD has unique symbols to indicate the following:

Î0Í

Zero Stable

Net

Net weight A bar graph indicating the proportion of

the analyzer capacity being used by the weight on the pan

Note: Some symbols shown on the display are not used in the analyzers. During the moisture test the main display will show the percent moisture. It can be switched to other values using the [Dspl] key. For example current mass. The secondary display will show the elapsed time and temperature during a test. Typical Displays that would be used are:

Weighing: Showing no weight on the pan, stable and at zero point.

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During a typical Moisture test:

Showing a test in progress for 13:25, with a current temperature of 123ºC and

20.05% moisture, the test is still running.

The keypad has second function keys to allow a selected menu item or value to be incremented or changed. Right/left shift to change the active digit and up/down to increment or decrement a value. The keypad has the following keys to operate the analyzer.

Keys Primary function Secondary function

[Î0/TÍ] or [Esc]

[Start]

[Test] / Ð or

[Down]

To turn the analyzer to ON or Standby

A combined zero and tare function To escape from setup functions

To begin the moisture test after all settings and sample preparation has been completed. During a test, used to stop the test.

-Selects moisture test parameters such as temperature, method, results.

and modes

-Scrolls through menu options To decrement or change a displayed value

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[PST] / Î or

[Right]

[Print] / Í or

[Left]

[Dspl] / Ï or

[Up]

[Setup/Enter]

Store or Recall pre-stored test parameters.

Instructs the analyzer to print data To advance a flashing digit by

Changes the display to read other data during a moisture test.

Enters the Setup parameters (Supervisor Menus)

4.1 NUMERIC ENTRY METHOD

To advance a flashing digit by one position to the right. To go back by one step during setup functions

one position to the left To increase or change a

displayed value or scroll through options forward

Enters a function or saves a value while manually entering unit weight or check weighing limits

To set a value when required, use the keys as given below-

- [Dspl/Up] and [Test/Down] keys to increase or decrease the flashing digit

- [Print/Left] and [PST/Right] keys to advance or move back the digit

- [Setup/Enter] key to accept the value

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5.0 REAR PANEL INTERFACES

The rear panel has connectors for the data interface, fuse holder, security lock location and power supply input.

POWER

5.1

Make certain your analyzer is compatible with the mains power supply in your area. If the voltage is not the same the analyzer can be damaged. Contact your supplier if you require assistance.

The fuse should only be replaced with a time lag type fuse of the correct current rating. The fuse is a standard 5 x 20mm size. To replace the fuse remove all power from the analyzer, unscrew the fuse holder cover to extract the old fuse, replace with a new fuse. If the fuse should blow again, the analyzer must be serviced by a qualified service representative. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Contact your supplier.

5.2 DATA

INTERFACES

The analyzer has data interfaces for a variety of applications. The RS232 interface is a general purpose serial interface for communications

with the analyzer, using a DE-9P type connector. Refer to section 11.0 for details of the interface.

The USB I/O interface is similar to the RS-232 in that it is also a serial interface. The functions of the RS-232 and USB I/O are similar. See section

11.0 for more details on using the USB I/O.

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The USB Host is designed to allow a USB memory device to be used as an external memory for the analyzers. The set-up parameters for operation and test procedures can be stored and up-loaded from the memory device. Results of drying test can be stored in the USB memory device. See sections

6.5 and 9.0 for further details on using the USB Host with a memory device. Adam Equipment supply AdamDU Data Collection software that will allow

the user to use the full capabilities of the data interfaces. Contact your supplier or Adam Equipment for more details.

5.2.1 FILES ON A USB MEMORY DEVICE When a USB memory device is used the analyzer will create a series of folders used to store files. These folders are called, REPORT, PRESET, CONFIG and RESULT, all under a master folder called MOISTURE .

X:\ MOISTURE X:\ MOISTURE\REPORT X:\ MOISTURE \PRESET X:\ MOISTURE \CONFIG

X:\ MOISTURE \RESULT Where X is the device letter your computer will assign to the memory device. When the memory device is first plugged into the PMB the memory is

inspected and the folders will be created if they do not already exist. This process may take a few seconds before the analyzer will show a display allowing access to the USB memory.

All files are stored in a text format with a file type of .txt. The files used by the analyzer are all small enough that any size memory device will work.

5.3 SECURITY

LOCK

The centre of the rear panel has a location to mount a Kensington type security lock. Refer to the instructions that come with the lock for details.

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6.0 BASIC OPERATION

When first turned on the analyzer will act as a basic balance showing grams weight on the display.

If a passcode has been set to limit access to the weighing functions of the analyzer the display will show “PASSCODES”. The display will change to show 7 digits set to zero with the rightmost digit flashing. Use the numeric entry method (see section 4.1) to enter the code. Make sure to enter the correct passcode to continue. See the Section 10.1.4 for details.

While in the weighing mode the test conditions for a drying test can be set.

6.1 SETUP

OF MET H O D

The PMB analyzer is set to perform a drying test using a method determined by the user. The drying method can be input from a number of different sources.

• Using the keyboard

• Recalled from the internal memory of the analyzer

• Recalled from a memory stick plugged into the USB host connector

• Entered from a PC using the RS232 or USB interface.

Regardless of the method used it will be necessary to program the analyzer with the following:

Type of test:

• % moisture =100 * ((initial mass - dry mass)/initial mass)

• % solid =100 * (dry mass/initial mass)

• % moisture vs. dry weight =100 * ((initial mass - dry mass)/dry mass)

Also called ATRO Moisture

• % solid vs. dry weight = 100 * (Initial mass/dry mass) Also called ATRO Solid

ATRO Moisture or Solid test are special applications specific to some industries. %Moisture and %Solid are the more common calculations.

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Heat Control

• Single temperature, heat to a set temperature.

• Ramp to temperature, Ramp to final temperature in a user set time.

• Step temperature, heat to Temp 1, for X minutes, then temp 2 for X

minutes, then Temp 3 for X minutes. A maximum of 3 steps can be used.

Set temperatures as required for these options. 50-160ºC. For Ramp set the time to final temperature. For Step set the temperature and the time at each step.

Interval

Set the time interval at which the results are computed and printed. Range is 1 to 99 seconds.

Rapid heat

Set the rapid heat function to be on, off or under user control.

Rapid heat will cause the target temperature to be 145% (or 160ºC, which ever is less) of the value set for Single or the first Step for a time of 3 minutes. For example is the Single temperature is 105ºC, the rapid heat will heat to 105X 1.45= 152ºC for 3 minutes then maintain 105º after that time.

If set to Rapid = Off The rapid heat function is disabled.

Rapid =On The rapid heat function will occur every time a test is started, either manually or automatically.

Rapid = MANUAL When a test is started Manually, the user will be asked if Rapid heat should be used or not.

End Point Determination (manual stop active in all tests)

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• Time, Test ends at the end of a preset time.

• Stable result, test ends if the results are stable within a value set by the

user.

• Time or stable result, combines both methods. Stop whichever occurs

first, a stable result or the end of a preset time.

For timed test the user sets a time of typically 5 minute to 99 minutes

Set stable results criteria. The test will stop when the weight changes less than a preset amount in a preset time. The default setting is 0.002g in 15 seconds for PMB 53, and 0.02g in 15 seconds for PMB 202. The user can set other values depending upon model.

Start Criteria

• Start Manually when the [Start] key is pressed

• Start Automatically when cover lowered.

Delays 5 seconds after cover is down before beginning.

Print settings:

To set if the analyzer should print and store results and when printing if the compete test results or only the summary is printed and stored in the analyzers internal memory.

Default settings (stored in PST 00, see section 6.3) are:

% Moisture Single Temperature = 110ºC Rapid = Off Interval Time = 5 seconds End Point Determination = Time and stable result Time 60minutes, and Stable PMB 53 = 0.002g/15 seconds or Stable PMB 202 = 0.02g/15 seconds Start Criteria = manual start. Print Test = on Print Format = Complete

6.1.1 MANUALLY SETTING TEST PROCEDURES

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Press the [Test] key to set the test procedure. During the process use the numeric entry procedure described in section 4.1 to enter or change a setting.

Pressing [Print] at any time during this procedure will print a list of the current settings. See 6.1.2

Pressing [Tare] will always escape back to normal weighing without a change to the parameter being displayed. Any parameter changed before this time will be accepted.

PROCEDURE

Press [Test] to show “rESULt” with the current setting displayed, Options are “Moisture”, “Solid”, “ATRO Moist”, “ATRO Solid”

Use arrow keys, [Dspl] and [Test], to change and press [Setup/Enter] to continue.

Heating Control, show “HEAt” Options are: “Single”, “Ramp”, “Step”

The next settings will depend upon which heating option was selected:

MOISTURE

result

SINGLE

Keat

ATRO MOIST

result

“Single” Selected Show “Single” “123 C” with the left digit flashing. The user can use the [Menu] key (right arrow) to select another digit or the up and down arrows to set the temperature, Range is 050 C to 160 C

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“Ramp” Selected Show “Ramp” the temperature as above for setting the temperature and then change to “Ramp Time” and “ XX:XX ”, minutes and seconds. Use the arrow keys to select the digit to change. The user can select a time up to 99:59.

RAMP ºC

123

time should be set long enough to allow the heater to warm the sample gently.

SINGLE

123

RAMP TIME

10:00

ºC

RAMP TIME

06:00

The ramp

“Step” Selected Show “Step 1” and set the temperature of step one as for the single heat settings above. When the value is set the display will show “Time 1” to set the time the first step is held. Enter the value as above. The minimum time for step 1 is 3 minutes.

When set press [Setup/Enter] to show “Step 2” and set this temperature and time and then go to “Step 3” and set this temperature and time. If only 2 steps are required set the time for step 3 to 00:00. The analyzer will ignore this setting.

Interval Setting The next setting will be to set the time interval the analyzer uses to determine results and to print the current result. The analyzer will compute the percent moisture or solid at the time interval desired. The new result will be displayed and printed as described below.

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Display “Interval” “Sec XX” The user can change the value using the arrow keys. Range is 01 to 99 Seconds. Typical results will be computed every 515 seconds.

The next setting is the operation of the Rapid heat Function.

Display will show “Rapid”

OFF

rapid

Options are to set Rapid heat to Off, On or User selectable. The Rapid heat function is only active for single or step heating. For ramp heating it is disabled.

INTERVAL

se[10

rapid

USER

rapid

The next setting is the End Point Determination or Stop Condition. Display will show “STOP”

Options are “Time”, “Stable” or “Time/Stab” The next steps will depend upon the option selected.

TIME

St0p

TIME/STAB

St0p

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“Time” selected Enter the time the test should run. The test will stop when this time is reached. Display will show “Min XX”. This sets the minutes to run a test. The range is 04 to 99 minutes.

“Stable” selected Enter the conditions to be used to determine if the results are stable. The amount of weight change to be used to determine if the test is finished, followed by the time to be used for the weight to change. For example 0.006g in 15 seconds would be a typical setting. Longer times or (smaller weight changes) could be used to ensure better stability or shorter times (larger weight changes) to ensure a faster determination. For example 0.006g in 5 seconds will end a test quicker (but possibly less accurately ) than 0.002g in 15 seconds. The user sets the weight first, then the time,

Display shows “ STAB RANGE” “ XX”. Set the range from 1 to 10 display divisions. For the PMB 50 1 division = 0.002g, For the PMB 200 1 division =

STOP TIME

Min 30

0.02g. Then the display shows “ Stop Time” “ Sec XX”. Range is 01 to 99 seconds.

Time/Stable will combine these 2 settings.

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STABLE

St0p

TIME/ STAB

St0p

STAB RANGE

STOP TIME

min 30

STAB TIME

sec15

STOP RANGE

STOP TIME

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Start Method The last setting is the Start method. The analyzer will either start a test automatically whenever the cover is lowered (after a 5 second delay to allow stability), or manually when the [Start] key is pressed.

Display will show “START” Options are “Manual” or “Auto”

Print Control To allow the analyzer to print the results during the test. If the print is set to ON the analyzer will also store the results to memory using the file name given by the user. See Section 7.0

Display will show

Options are “On” or “Off”

MANUAL

start

PRINT TEST

The display then changes to the format of the print test.

Options are “Complete ” or “Summary ” test results. See section 11.3

After setting the last parameter press [Tare/Esc] to return to normal weighing and ready to begin a new test.

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FORMAT

C0MP

FORMAT

SUMM

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6.1.2 PRINT CURRENT SETTINGS When setting the test parameters the [Print] key will cause the current parameters to be printed as shown below. However if the display is awaiting a numeric entry the [Print] key will move the flashing digit to the left.

For example (English language version shown) :

CURRENT TEST SETTINGS

DATE: 08/01/2009 TIME: 14:44:49 SER NO:AE00001234

USER NO:1234567

From the Real Time Clock

Analyzer Serial number

User ID number

Preset: PST 01 ABCD-01234

Result %MOISTURE

If Preset test is used, blank if not from a preset test.

Heating:Ramp 112 C 27:00 Rapid Manual Interval: 05 Sec Stop: TIME/STABLE 60 Min

0.002 g 15 Sec

Start: MANUAL

Current test settings for heating

Printing interval Stop Criteria

Start Criteria

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6.2

It will be possible to store up to 49 test procedures/settings. There is also a factory default that is permanently stored as PST 00. see sec. 6.1

To Store the current settings press the [PST] key. The display will give the user the option to store, recall or delete a Preset Test. The display will show “PST STORE” or “PST RECALL” or “PST DELETE”. Use the up/down arrow keys, [Dspl] and [Test], to select either store or recall.

If Store is selected the display will then show “PST STORE XX” with the

STORE TEST SETTINGS

PST STORE

number showing the ID for the next empty location. For example if PST 01, 02, & 03 are already stored the next number is PST 04. If the user wishes to overwrite a previously stored value they can change the number and continue. Using the up/down arrow keys, [Dspl] and [Test]. If the user has stored positions 1,2, and 4 then when this process begins the first blank location is PST 03, so that is the value to be displayed. Then the next time PST 05 would be shown.

Press [Setup/Enter] to select the PST number shown. If this number already has a test method stored then ask if the test should be overwritten. To continue the user must press [Setup/Enter] to overwrite the old results and store new ones.

PST STORE

OVERWRITE?

Pressing the [Tare] key will escape without clearing the old result.

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When storing a test procedure the user has the option of adding a text or numeric name to the test. The top display will show “PST NAME” then show “- - - - - - - - - “ . To enter a name, use the up/down arrow keys to cycle through numbers and letters. Use the left right arrows to move the flashing digit to the left or right.

— . / 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Up to 10 characters can be used to describe the test. Press [Setup/Enter] at any time to finish the description. If no name is added the field will be shown as blanks when the name is shown during the recalling process.

6.3 RECALL

Recalling the test settings can be done by selecting “PST RECALL” then scrolling through the stored settings using the up/down arrow keys to find the desired settings and then pressing the [Setup/Enter] key to recall them. When the PST XX number has been selected the name given to the test will be displayed

If PST 00 is selected the default test settings are recalled. These can never

PST NAME

TEST SETTINGS

BREAD-4

be cleared or overwritten. If a test is not stored it is not displayed, i.e. If only 3 tests are stored then only those 3 plus the default are seen when recalling the test settings.

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Press the [Setup/Enter] key to recall PST 07.

The display will show:

The analyzer will then return to normal.

6.4 DELETE

To delete anythe test setting select “PST DELETE” then scrolling through the

TEST SETTINGS

BREAD-3

PST 07

RECALL OK

stored settings using the up/down arrow keys to find the desired settings and then pressing the [Setup/Enter] key to delete it.

The display will then show the next test setting stored or if the memory is empty a message will be shown. Press [Tare/Esc] to return to normal.

6.5 REVIEW

To review the current settings press the [Test] key then advance through the settings pressing the [Setup/Enter] key at each option to retain the current value. If any setting needs to be changed it can be modified as described in section 6.1.

6.6 STORE

To store or recall test settings stored on a USB memory device, simply plug

TEST SETTINGS

AND RECALLING TEST SETTINGS FROM USB MEMORY

the device into the USB hub interface. The analyzer will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you.

The display will show a message showing the USB device is inserted:

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To select the option of storing all of the test settings stored in the analyzer memory to the USB memory device press the [Dspl] key to change the menu option to select Preset Store, “PST ST”.

Press [Select] to enter the test saving function.

Once the file has been saved the display will show

CONFIG LD

USB

PST ST

USB

SUCCESS

USB

For 2 seconds then return to the USB display.

To recall any stored test procedure press the [Dspl] key to show the test load screen.

Press the [Setup/Enter] key to enter the test load function. The display will show the file name of the first test file found.

PST ST

USB

PST LD

USB

PST 01

PSt

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To load this file press the [Setup/Enter] key again. Or to choose a different file press the [Dspl] key to advance through the other files available, pressing the [Setup/Enter] key when the desired file is shown.

PST 06

PST

After loading the file the display will show a Success message and return to the USB screen.

To continue, the USB device should be removed. The analyzer will return to normal weighing automatically. Or press the [Tare] key to escape back to normal weighing.

To store or recall other test files plug the USB memory device back into the analyzer.

The test files contain data to set the parameters of the test procedures in a text file. All files will be in English regardless of the language selected for the display. A typical test file will appear as:

Result=0; Heat=1; Ramp Temp=112; Ramp Time=27:00; Interval Time=05; Stop mode=2; Stop time=60; Stable Range=0.002; Stable Time=15; Start mode=0; Name=ABCD-0123 Rapid=1 savepos=01;

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The meaning of the text in the file is given below. Different test settings will create a file with different information. Not all settings are printed if they are not used by the test program.

Text message Description Range of Values

Result=1;

Heat=1;

Single Temp=100;

Step temp1=050;

Step Time1=30:00;

Step temp2=080;

Step Time2=30:00;

Step temp3=050;

Step Time3=30:00;

Ramp Temp=100;

Ramp Time=30:00;

Rapid=0;

Interval Time=20;

Stop mode=0;

Stop time=10;

Stable Range=0.002;

Stable Time=10;

Start mode=0;

Name=ABCD1234

Rapid=1;

savepos=01;

Calculation of results 0=%M, 1=%S, 2=%Atro_M,

3=%Atro_S Heating profile to be used 0=Single, 1=Step, 2=Ramp Temperature for single heat setting Temperature for first heat of a step profile Time for the first heat of a step profile Temperature for 2 step profile Time for the 2 profile Temperature for 3 profile Time for the 3rd heat of a step profile Final temperature of a ramp profile Time to reach final temperature Time 02:00 to 99:00

Rapid heat function setting, 0= Off, 1= On, 2= User Time period used to print interim test results Stop mode for drying test 0=Stable, 1=Time, 2=Stab and

Time to stop test time = 3 to 99 min default=20; Weight the analyzers uses to determine if the results are stable at the end of test. Time used to compare weight during a test to determine if the results are stable at the end of test. Start test manually or when the cover is closed Name assigned by the user if the test results are to be stored Enable Rapid heating function 0= Off, 1= On, 2= Manual Memory location the results are stored in.

heat of a

heat of a step

50C to 160C

50C to 160C, 00C is off

Time 02:00 to 99:00

50C to 160C, 00C is off

Time 02:00 to 99:00

50C to 160C, 00C is off

Time 02:00 to 99:00

50C to 160C

5 sec to 99 sec

Time default=2

Set from 0.001 to 0.099 for PMB

53 or 0.01 to 0.99 for PMB 202

5 sec to 99 sec

0=Manual 1=Auto

Up to 10 characters of alpha-

numeric characters, plus . / -

01 to 49

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7.0 RUNNING A TEST

If necessary the user can set a new set of values for a test setting or recall a pre-stored set of values. See section 6. The last used set of values are stored so they are always shown initially, even after power has been turned off. That way if the last test settings are still valid the user can immediately use them.

The basic operation after test settings are set is as follows:

Place an empty sample pan on the analyzer. Press [Tare] to zero the weight.

Fill the sample pan with the sample. See Section 14 for assistance in how to prepare a sample.

Place the filled pan on the analyzer.

Lower the lid of the weighing chamber, if automatic start has been selected the test will begin after a 5 second delay.

If Manual start has been selected press the [Start] key.

MASS 23

0.000g

MASS 23ºC

5.670g

ºC

The test will begin.

If the rapid heat function has been set to MANUAL the display will ask if the user wants the rapid heat function to operate during this test.

The display will show the last setting used, either:

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Use the [Up] or [Down] keys to change the option, then press [Enter] to continue the test.

The top line will show the time elapsed time of the test and the chamber temperature. The main display will show the current result, updated at the interval time selected when setting test parameters.

OFF

rapid

03:45 RA 100ºC

16.12%

If the Rapid heat is active a “RA” will be displayed in front of the temperature reading.

An “A” will be on the left side of the display if %Moisture /Dry or %Solid/Dry is the result selected. The %M or %S will be on the right side of the display showing %Moisture or %Solid.

The display will continue to be updated at the time interval set for the test. During the test the [Dspl] key can be pressed to see other information such as current mass, other results such as %Solid, time remaining if time limit is set for the test. Each alternate display is shown for 5 seconds then return to normal display, or if [Dspl] is pressed again go to the next alternate display.

Current Mass

03:45 100ºC

4.756g

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% Solid

Atro Moisture

Time Left (if time limit is set)

The Alternate displays in order are:

Mass % Moisture

SOLID

83.88%

ATRO MOIST

3.78%

TIME LEFT

14:21

% Solid % Atro Moisture % Atro Solid Time Remaining for test if time limit set

During the test the user can stop the test at any time by pressing the [Start] key again. Otherwise it continues until the stop condition is met.

When the test has stopped the beeper will sound 3 short beeps (if enabled, see sec. 10.1.2) and the display will show the end result:

12:44 ASTOP

76.47%

This display shows the test was automatically stopped as stability was reached in 12:44 minutes. If it had stopped at the end of the time period it would have TSTOP on the top line and if manually stopped it would have MSTOP.

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At this time the final results are displayed. These results will include elapsed time of the test and final % result.

Display other data by pressing the [Dspl] key. To show the initial mass, final mass and the file name used by the analyzer to store the results in internal memory. .

START MASS

5.670g

The final values for the results can be printed again to the Serial interface by pressing the [Print] key. See section 8.

To return to normal weighing press the [Tare] key.

END MASS

1.334g

RES00033

ST0RED

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8.0 PRINT AND STORE RESULTS

If the test parameters are set to allow the test results to be printed (see section 6.1.1) then the results of the test are printed both before and after the test is complete. The initial part of the printout will show the test conditions, If the test printing parameter has been set to complete then the results will be printed at the interval time. When a test is completed, the user can print a result from the test. At the same time as the printing is happening the results are stored in the analyzer memory. The results can be recalled from the analyzer memory for printing over the serial interface.

8.1 PRINTING

FINAL TEST RESULTS

While the final values for the test are being displayed after the test has ended, press the [Print] key to output the final results. The format of these results are the same as the last lines of the complete printout:

LAST TEMP: 111C TEST TIME: 05:30 Min FINAL MASS: 11.820 g MASS LOSS: 0.521 g RESULT: 4.27 %M

8.2 STORING

TEST RESULTS

If the test settings include the printing of results being enabled the analyzer will store the results of the test into memory. (See section 6.1.1) The test results will be stored using the file name given to it automatically by the analyzer. In the form RESxxxxx

The analyzer is capable of holding up to 99 test results. If the analyzer memory is full the display will show an MEM FULL message. Delete some of the stored results to make room for new test results. See section 8.4.

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8.3 RECALLING

When a test result has been stored in the analyzer memory it can be recalled to the display.

During normal weighing mode press the [Dspl] key. The display shows

Pressing the [Dspl] or [Test] will change the option to PRINT, DELETE or DELETE ALL.

When the selection shows PRINT , press [Setup/Enter] and the display will show the first stored test result using the file name given it when stored.

TEST RESULTS

Press the [Dspl] or [Test] key to change the file name to the next available. When the test result desired is found press the [Setup/Enter] Key to recall the details and print them in the same format they were stored in, See section

11.0

Pressing [Tare] will return the analyzer to normal operation.

8.4 DELETING

When a test result has been stored in the analyzer memory they can be deleted individually or all at one time.

TEST RESULTS

RES00032

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To delete all test results from memory, during normal weighing mode press the [Dspl] key until the display shows

When the selection shows DELETE ALL , press [Setup/Enter] to delete all test results. The display will ask if you are sure you want to delete all results. press [Setup/Enter] again. The display will count down from 99 to 0 during the time it takes to remove all the files.

To delete an individual test result continue as above except press the [Dspl] or [Test] will change the option to DELETE..

DELETE ALL

When the selection shows DELETE , press [Setup/Enter] and the display will show the first stored test result using the file name given it when stored.

Press the [Dspl] or [Test] key to change the file name to the next available. When the desired test result is found press the [Setup/Enter] Key to delete just this file. The display will then show DELETED then the next available file. Press [Setup/Enter] to delete this file if desired.

Pressing [Tare] will return the analyzer to normal operation.

RES00033

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9.0 STORING RESULTS IN USB MEMORY

A memory stick plugged into the USB host connector will allow for mass storage of test results. The procedure is similar to the method used to store test settings, See section 6.5.

To store the results of a drying test on a USB memory, simply plug the memory into the USB hub interface. The analyzer will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you.

The display will show a message showing the USB memory is installed:

Then it will display the first selection of actions that can be performed.

To select other options press the [Dspl] key to change the display to select Result Store, PST Store, PST Load, Configuration store or Configuration load.

To Store test results select

VERIFY

USB

RESULT ST

USB

RESULT ST

USB

Press [Select] to enter the test saving function. All of the test results stored in the analyzer memory will be copied to the USB memory. The file names will be the same as those used to store internally.

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Once the file has been saved the display will show

For 2 seconds then return to the USB display.

STORE OK

USB

CONFIG LD

USB

The test data file is a text file that has the same arrangement as the Serial Interface sample given in section 11.

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10.0 ANALYZER MENUS

The PMB has a number of submenus for setting the operation of the analyzer and the communications. The main topics are:

PASSCODES

to control unauthorised access to the menu system.

PMB ANALYZER SETTINGS

Setting of date and time Date format, YMD, MDY, DMY User ID Key Buzzer On/Off Test Buzzer On/Off Backlight , On, Off, Auto Filter and Auto zero settings Language Selection

SERIAL I/O

Baud rate Parity Continuous output Time for continuous output

CALIBRATION

Weight Calibrate

Temperature Calibration

Cal Report On/Off

10.1 SUPERVISOR MENUS

Pressing the [Setup/Enter] key while in normal weighing gives access to the menus.

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When [Setup/Enter] is pressed and passcodes are not enabled the display will show the first section of the menus, Serial interface. If passcodes are enabled, the analyzer will ask for it by displaying :

With the right digit flashing.

Enter the correct passcode using the numeric entry method.

If a wrong code is entered the analyzer will return to weighing mode

If the passcode has been enabled and entered, the analyzer will allow the operator to access the Supervisor’s menus

The [Dspl] and [Test] keys will cycle through the main headings, pressing the [Setup/Enter] key will enter the heading and sub-parameters or options can be set. Press [PST]

PASSCODE

000000

to come out of a sub-menu and go up one level or

[Esc] to return to normal weighing from any menu

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10.1.1 SERIAL INTERFACE PARAMETERS

The parameters affecting the serial setup are set in a similar manner to the other parameters.

Press [Setup/Enter] when “SERIAL” is displayed to enter the sub-menu.

The parameters that can be set are shown below, default values are in bold:

BAUD RATE

Set the Baud Rate to 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400

PARITY

Set the Parity to OFF, EVEN or ODD

CONTINUOUS To output the weight only at the interval time set in the

INTERVAL parameter. Overrides the printing of any test results. Option is ON or OFF.

INTERVAL Sets the time in seconds between output of weight

values, if CONTINUOUS output is turned on.

These parameters apply to both the RS-232 and the USB Serial Interfaces. The interfaces operate in parallel so they both output the same data at the same time. It is up to the user to beware to prevent possible conflicts if both interfaces could receive data at the same time.

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10.1.2 SETUP PARAMETERS The user parameters that control the analyzer are shown under the SETUP.

When “SETUP” is displayed, press the [Setup/Enter] key. The options for each parameter can be scrolled through by using the [Up] or [Down] keys.

TIME Set Time using the numeric entry method

(see section 6.1)

DATE FORMAT EUROPE (dd/mm/yy)

Select the format the date will be shown

in. USA (mm/dd/yy) ASIA (yy/mm/dd)

DATE Set Date using the numeric entry method

(see section 6.1)

Set year, month date when requested.

USER ID Enter a user number to identify this

analyzer

KEY BEEPER

When enabled will beep any time a key is

pressed.

On= Enable

OFF= Disable

TEST BEEPER When enabled will beep 3 times quickly

when a drying test is completed.

On= Enable

OFF= Disable

BACKLIGHT

OFF

AUTO

FILTER Set the amount of filtering used for

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weighing. If sever vibration is present a

slower filter may be helpful, for maximum

speed use the fast filter.

Select SLOW, NORMAL or FAST LANGUAGE Select the language,

English, German, French or Spanish

The sub-menu is entered by pressing [Setup/Enter] – Use the [Up] and [Down] keys to increase or decrease the value for setting.

Press [Setup/Enter] to accept the setting and advance to the next item in the menu Press [PST] to advance to setting of the next parameter or [Esc] to return to normal weighing

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10.1.3 CALIBRATION

This menu allows the user to calibrate the weight or the chamber temperature.

Press [Setup/Enter] when “CALIBRATE” is displayed.

The options for each parameter can be scrolled through by using the [Up] or [Down] key

CAL MASS Begin the mass calibration function.

Return to weighing when finished.

CAL TEMP Begin the temperature calibration of

the weighing chamber, Return to weighing when finished.

CAL REPORT On = Enabled. Prints out Calibration

report after successful calibration (either mass or temperature) OFF = Disabled

Press [PST] to advance to setting of the next menu which is “PASSCODES” or [Esc] to return to normal weighing.

10.1.3.1 MASS CALIBRATION Enter the menu for Calibration section. Select CAL MASS. Press [Setup/Enter].

Display will guide you through the steps. Display will show “Load 0g” , Unload the pan and remove the sample pan. Press [Setup/Enter].

The display will prompt to select the mass to be used for calibration, i.e. “LOAD 50g”, Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the alternate mass

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size if desired. For PMB 53 calibrate using 20 or 50grams, For PMB 202 calibrate with 100 or 200grams. Press [Setup/Enter].

Place the calibration weight shown on the centre of the weighing pan, When the stable indicator is on press [Setup/Enter]. The analyzer will calibrate to the weight selected.

When calibration is complete the display will return to weighing. If there is a problem an error message will be show. If the weight is unstable “Error Stab” will be displayed, If the weight is too small “Error Low” will be shown, If the weight is too large “Error High” will be shown. After calibration the analyzer will return to normal operation and print the calibration report if it has been enabled. The determination of being high or low will depend upon the calibration values stored during the dealer calibration.

10.1.3.2 TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION You must have a Temperature Calibration Accessory to complete the temperature calibration. The calibration will require 30-40 minutes to complete.

Place a sample pan on the pan support during this test. Place the temperature probe to be used to monitor the temperature within the weighing chamber on or near the sample pan.

Close the chamber.

Enter the menu for calibration section. Select the Temperature Calibration option, CAL TEMP. Press the [Setup/Enter] key.

The display will guide you through the steps necessary to calibrate the temperature of the heating chamber.

When the analyzer chamber is closed the display will show

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with the timer running. The timer will count up to 20:00 to allow time for the chamber to come to a steady (room) temperature. During this time observe the temperature in the chamber.

During this time the beeper will sound every minute to remind you that a calibration test is in progress.

Note the temperature from the Temperature Calibration Accessory. This is the first temperature to be entered for the lower calibration point.

When the temperature is stable and constant for some time press [Setup/Enter] to enter the lower temperature value.

FIRST

00:00

The display will change to allow the value to be entered.

Using the numeric entry method, enter the temperature inside the chamber, for example 23.8ºC you would enter:

Press [Setup/Enter] to continue the test.

FIRST

000.0

FIRST TEMP

023.8

The heaters will turn on and begin heating the test chamber. The timer will show the elapsed time as before. The chamber will be heated to approximately 150ºC.

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At the end of 20 minutes the beeper will sound, read the temperature in the chamber. Any time after the 20 minutes, press [Setup/Enter] to enter the second temperature value.

Enter this value as before, Pressing [Setup/Enter] to confirm and store the value.

The analyzer will return to normal weighing.

Leave the analyzer to cool

During the 20 minute soaking time you can force the timers to stop if you observe the chamber temperature is stable by pressing the [Setup/Enter] key. Then enter the temperature as described.

If the test is not completed as shown above, the temperature test will be abandoned, the display will show “TEMP CAL FAIL” and the analyzer will return to normal without the temperature calibration changing. The test will be stopped if the second temperature is not entered with 30 minutes of

SEC TEMP

000.0

starting the high temperature test.

These values will be accepted only if they are within acceptable limits of the values stored during the dealer calibration. See Section 7.2.2.2

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10.1.3.3 CALIBRATION REPORT During weight or temperature calibration the analyzer can print a report showing details of the calibration. The format of the reports are:

MASS CALIBRATION

DATE: 21/02/2009 TIME: 14:21:32

SER NO: AE001234

USER NO: 123456

WT REF: _ _ _ _ _ _ _

MASS: 50 g

CALIBRATION BY:

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

TEMPERATURE CALIB.

DATE: 21/02/2009 TIME: 14:37:12

SER NO: AE001234

USER NO: 123456

TEMP REF: _ _ _ _ _ _ _

TESTED 23ºC/ 142ºC

CALIBRATION BY:

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

From Analyzer RTC

From Memory

From memory, blank if not set

User to fill in details

Text, showing cal wt used or temperature settings used.

Room to sign

Extra line feeds

English language version shown in the example.

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10.1.4 PASSCODES To enable the security features in this analyzer it is necessary to set

passcodes. There are 2 passcodes called Operator Passcode and Supervisor Passcode. The Operator Passcode allows an authorised user to operate the basic weighing functions of the analyzer but will not allow access to the Supervisor Menus if the Supervisor Passcode has been set.

To change or disable a Passcode it will be necessary to enter the current passcode.

Press [Setup/Enter] when “PASSCODES” is displayed to enter this section.

OPERATOR Enter the current passcode (OLD) first then enter a new

passcode if desired. A passcode set to zero will disable the security feature and allow unlimited access.

SUPERVISOR First enter the current passcode (OLD) and then enter a

new passcode if desired. A passcode set to zero will disable the security feature and allow unlimited access.

10.1.4.1 FORGOTTEN PASSCODES

Keep a record of the passcode to ensure you can access this section again. If however you have forgotten your passcode you can still gain access by entering a universal code.

If you have forgotten the current passcode a code of “15” will always allow you to enter the Supervisor area.

Using the Supervisor menus go to the PASSCODE section and reset the operator or Supervisor passcode using the “15” code as the old number when requested.

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10.2

To store or recall analyzer settings on a USB memory , simply plug the memory into the USB hub interface. The analyzer will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you.

The display will show a message showing the USB is installed:

To select the option of storing the configuration data to the memory press the [Dspl] key to change the display to select Configuration Store

STORE AND RECALL ANALYZER SETTING FROM USB MEMORY

CONFIG LD

USB

CONF STORE

USB

Press [Select] to enter the configuration saving function. The display will show a suggested file name. The name will be the next logical name for the configuration file based on what data is already on the USB memory. For example if CONFIG1 and CONFIG2 are already stored, then it will display CONFIG3.

Press [Select] to confirm the action. Or press [Tare] to escape back to the original USB display.

CONFIG3

USB

CONFIG3

Store

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Once the file has been saved the display will show

For 2 seconds then return to the USB display.

To recall any stored test procedure press the [Dspl] key to show the configuration load screen.

Press the [Select] key to enter the test load function. The display will show the file name of the first file found.

To load this file press the [Select] key again. Or to choose a different file press the [Dspl] key to advance through the other files available.

To continue the USB device should be removed. the analyzer will return to normal weighing automatically. Or press the [Tare] key to escape back to normal weighing.

To store or recall other files plug the USB memory back into the analyzer.

STORE OK

USB

CONFIG LD

USB

CONFIG LD

USB

CONFIG1

USB

CONFIG1

LOAD

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The configuration file is a text file that would appear as the left column below. All configuration files will be in English regardless of the language selected for the analyzers.

Baud Rate=2; #0=2400,1=4800,2=9600,3=19200,4=38400,default=1; Parity=0; #0=none,1=Even,2=Odd ,default= 0; Print Test=1; #0=off,1=on, default=1; Output Format=0; #0=complete 1=summary ,default=0; Continuous=1; #0=off,1=on, default=0; Interval=20; #00-99 ,default=1; Date Format=1; #0=Europe,1=USA,2=ASIA default=0; User ID=1234567890; #length=10 alpha-numeric characters; Key Beeper=1; #0=off;1=on default=1; Test Beeper=1; #0=off;1=on default=1; Backlight=2; #0=off,1=on,2=auto default=2; Filter=1; #0=slow,1=normal,2=fast, default=1; Stability=2; #0=1d,1=2d,2=5d,3=10d default=2; Auto Zero=3; #0=off,1=1d,2=2d,3=5d default=5; Operator=000000; #operator password ,must be 6 bytes; Supervisor=000000; #Supervisor password ,must be 6 bytes; Calibration Report=1; #0=off,1=on default=1; Language=1; #0=English, 1=German, 2=French, 3= Spanish

If there is a problem loading a configuration or PST file from the USB the display will show the message FAIL. A report will be written on the USB memory in the reports folder. Open the report file using Notebook or other word processor to read the message. The message will give a brief description of the reason for the failed attempt. A line of data may have an incorrect value or command or it may not be possible to complete the command as it is restricted to the service personal.

Try correcting the command or removing the line the command is on and repeating the loading procedure.

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11.0 SERIAL INTERFACE

The analyzers have the ability to send or receive data over the serial interface. Using either the RS-232 or the USB serial interface.

The weighing data can be sent over the interface either automatically or when the user presses the [Print] key.

The user has control over what data is to be printed.

11.1 RS-232 HARDWARE

The RS-232 interface is a simple 3 wire connection. The input and output connections are:

Connector: 9 pin D-sub miniature plug Pin 2 Input to analyzer RXD Pin 3 Output from analyzer TXD Pin 5 Signal ground GND Handshaking is not applied. Baud rate: 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 Parity: NONE (=8N1), EVEN (=8E1) or ODD (=8 O 1) All lines are terminated with carriage return and line feed (<CR><LF>). In continuous output mode, the serial output format will be a single line in the

form “12.567 g<CR><LF>”.

11.2 USB SERIAL HARDWARE

The USB interface is a standard USB connection. To use the USB interface it is necessary to plug the analyzer into the USB port of a PC.

The PC will recognise the new device and search for a suitable driver. If none are found a message will be displayed to guide the user through the installation of suitable software.

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The drivers for the USB interface are available from the Adam Equipment web site. Go to

www.adamequipment.com. Download the software and activate the install program, follow the instructions to install the software. Once the software is installed the PC will list a new COMM port for use with programs or applications such as AdamDU or other terminal programs.

11.3 INPUT COMMANDS

The analyzer can be controlled with the following commands sent using remote keys such as from a PC. The commands can be sent in both upper case letters and lower case letter, i.e. “!KT” or “!kt” are both acceptable. Press the Enter key of the PC after each command (the action of Carriage Return is denoted as <CR> as shown below).

Basic Input Commands:

!KT<CR>

Tares the analyzer to display the net weight. This is the same as pressing the [Zero / Tare] key when the analyzer is in the normal weighing mode.

!KS<CR>

Will begin or end a drying test, the same as pressing the [Start] key.

Note: The RS-232 and USB can both be connected to by external equipment. The interfaces operate in parallel so they both output the same data at the same time. It is up to the user to beware in order to prevent possible conflicts if both interfaces could receive data at the same time. This may cause some commands to be received with errors.

11.4 PRINTING

RESULTS

The analyzer can print results during a test at the time intervals selected, see section 6.1.1. In this case the format of the printing will be as shown below. The first section will print the initial conditions and the settings used for a test. During the test the current results will be printed. At the end of the test the final results will be printed.

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A typical test report will look as:

MOISTURE TEST FILE NAME: RES00032 DATE: 13/12/2008 TIME: 09:38:07 SER NO: AE12345678

TEST NO: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

USER NO: 9876543210

Preset: PST 05 Bread-4

Result: % Moisture Heating: Step Temp: Step 1 120 C Time 1 04:00 Step 2 110 C Time 2 90:00 Rapid On Interval: 30 Sec Stop: Time/Stable 60 Min

0.002 g 30 Sec Start: Manual

INIT MASS: 12.341 g

MODE TEMP TIME RESULT Step0 65C 00:30 1.26 %M Step0 159C 01:00 2.11 %M Step0 157C 01:30 3.15 %M Step0 158C 02:00 3.79 %M Step0 156C 02:30 4.11 %M Step1 157C 03:00 4.19 %M Step1 149C 03:30 4.22 %M Step1 140C 04:00 4.24 %M Step2 131C 04:30 4.26 %M Step2 120C 05:00 4.27 %M Step2 111C 05:30 4.27 %M *********** AUTO STOP ***********

LAST TEMP: 111C TEST TIME: 05:30 Min FINAL MASS: 11.820 g MASS LOSS: 0.521 g RESULT: 4.27 %M

Heading File name used by analyzer to store result From Analyzer

Serial number

A blank line for users to fill in a number if they wish.

User number

Preset method if used.

Test settings

Measured initial mass.

Test Heading Results printed once every 30 seconds as set by the INCR time. Note temperature during first part of test is 120C X 130% as the Rapid function was enabled. Step0 signifies the rapid function is active. After 3 minutes the Step1 value is the target.

TIME STOP if timed out or MAN STOP if user stopped

Summary of the test

English language version shown in the example.

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After the test has finished the user can print either the complete test again or only a summary by pressing the [Print] key before returning to normal weighing.

The complete report is a copy of the data as shown above. If the summary report is selected then the following is printed. Similar to the above except without the interval readings.

MOISTURE TEST FILE NAME: RES00032 DATE: 13/12/2008 TIME: 09:38:07 SER NO: XXXXXXXXXXX

USER NO: XXXXXXXXXXX

TEST NO: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Preset: PST 05 Bread-4

Result: % Moisture Heating: Step Temp: Step 1 120 C Time 1 04:00 Step 2 110 C Time 2 90:00 Rapid Manual Interval: 30 Sec Stop: Time/Stable 60 Min

0.002 g 30 Sec Start: Manual

INIT MASS: 12.341 g

*********** AUTO STOP ***********

LAST TEMP: 111C TEST TIME: 05:30 Min FINAL MASS: 11.820 g MASS LOSS: 0.521 g RESULT: 4.27 %M

Heading File name used by analyzer to store result

From Analyzer Add serial number

Add user number

Leave a blank line for users to fill in a number if they wish, not from Analyzer memory Settings of the test conditions

Measured initial mass.

TIME STOP if timed out or MAN STOP if user stopped

Summary of results

Extra LF’s at end of the report

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11.5 ANALYZER

CONFIGURATION THROUGH THE SERIAL

INTERFACE

The analyzer can use the serial interface to set parameters for weighing test and for analyzer configuration. The parameters are set by sending a line of data that has the description and the setting desired. It is possible to create a text file that contains all the data necessary to set he test conditions for a particular test (or analyzer configuration) and send this to the analyzer. The commands are not case sensitive, i.e. parity=0 and PARITY=0 are both accepted.

11.5.1 TEST PARAMETERS The parameters that control a test are listed below. To change a test parameter it is necessary to send a command for the parameter to modify along with the value to change.

For example to change the test parameters to use a single heat and set the temperature to 110ºC send 2 commands.

Heat=0<cr><lf> Single Temp=115<cr><lf>

All commands are in English regardless of the language selected for the analyzer operation. The commands can be sent in both upper case letters and lower case letter, i.e. “!KT” or “!kt” are both acceptable.

Moisture Result=1; #0=%M, 1=%S, 2=%Atro_M, 3=%Atro_S default=0; Heat=1; #0=Single, 1=Step, 2=Ramp default=0; Single Temp=100; #50C to 160C, 00C is off default=100; Step temp1=050; #50C to 160C, 00C is off default=100; Stem Time1=30:00; #Time 03:00 to 99:00 default=30:00; Step temp2=080; #50C to 160C, 00C is off default=100; Stem Time2=30:00; #Time 03:00 to 99:00 default=30:00; Step temp3=050; #50C to 160C, 00C is off default=100; Stem Time3=30:00; #Time 03:00 to 99:00 default=30:00; Ramp Temp=100; #50C to 160C, 00C is off default=100; Ramp Time=30:00; #Time 03:00 to 99:00 default=30:00; Rapid=0; #Rapid heat function 0=Off, 1=On, 2= Manual Interval Time=20; #5 sec to 99 sec default=15; Stop mode=0; #0=Stable, 1=Time, 2=Stab and Time default=3; Stop time=10; #time = 3 to 99 min default=20; Stable Range=0.010; #grams default=0.010 for PMB 53, 0.10 for PMB 202; Stable Time=10; #seconds, 01-99 default=2; Start mode=0; #0=Manual 1=Auto default=0; savepos=01; #memory location 01 to 49;

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Care must be used as some commands depend upon others to be effective, For example sending a command for setting the heat to use a ramp but not sending a temperature or time to use may cause incorrect operation if they are not set to reasonable values.

The current settings can be printed or observed as described in sections

6.1.2 and 6.3.

11.5.2 ANALYZER SETUP PARAMETERS The parameters related to analyzer configuration are listed below. To change a test parameter it is necessary to send a command for the parameter to modify along with the value to change.

All commands are in English regardless of the language selected for the analyzer operation. The commands can be sent in both upper case letters and lower case letter, i.e. “PARITY=0” or “parity=0” are both acceptable.

Baud Rate=2; #0=2400,1=4800,2=9600,3=19200,4=28400, default=1; Parity=0; #0=none,1=Even,2=Odd ,default= 0; Print Test=1; #0=off,1=on, default=1; Output Format=0; #0=complete 1=summary ,default=0; Continuous=1; #0=off,1=on, default=0; Interval=20; #00-99 ,default=1; Date Format=1; #0=Europe,1=USA,2=ASIA default=0; User ID=1234567890; #length=10 alpha-numeric characters; Key Beeper=1; #0=off;1=on default=1; Test Beeper=1; #0=off;1=on default=1; Backlight=2; #0=off,1=on,2=auto default=2; Filter=1; #0=slow,1=normal,2=fast, default=1; Stability=2; #0=1d,1=2d,2=5d,3=10d default=2; Auto Zero=3; #0=off,1=1d,2=2d,3=5d default=5; Operator=000000; #operator password ,must be 6 bytes; Supervisor=000000; #Supervisor password ,must be 6 bytes; Calibration Report=1; #0=off,1=on default=1; Language=0; #0=English, 1=German, 2=French, 3=Spanish

These commands are the same as will be set using the SETUP menu as described in section 10. For example to change the beeper so it does not sound at the end of a drying test, send the command test Beeper=0<cr><lf>

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When the analyzer receives a valid command, it will return the message E0. But if an invalid input command is received, then the command is returned as followsMessage returned Remarks

E1 The analyzer can not recognise this command. E2 String length is not right. i.e. key beeper=20<cr><if> E3 String exceeds range. i.e. key beeper=2<cr><if>

E5 You do not have the authority to use this commands.

The string contains non-numeric character. i.e. key beeper=a <cr><if>

11.5.3 ANALYZER RECALL PARAMETERS

When parameters and results are saved in the memory. To recall all the saved records, it is necessary to send a command as follows-

Recall result<cr><lf> Get all the test result Recall config<cr><lf> Get all the set up parameters Recall preset<cr><lf> Get all the preset parameters

The analyzer will return the list of parameters or data stored in the analyzer menu. The test results, test presets and analyzer configuration are all stored separately.

To recall an individual parameter send the parameter name followed by a question mark. For example sending heat=?<cr><lf> , the analyzer will send back a message HEAT=1 for ramp heating applications.

11.5.4 REQUEST VALUES OF PARAMETERS

If the command for a parameter is sent with a “?” the analyzer will send the value currently stored in the analyzer. For example send: Single temp=?<cr><lf> the analyzer will send back Single Temp=115<cr><lf>

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11.6 CONTINUOUS

OUTPUT

The analyzer can use the interface to send the weight only to the output. This setting is configured in the Serial Communications parameters, see section

10.1.1. When the output is set for Continuous the test reports are not printed during a drying test and test results are not stored.

The weight will be [printed using the time interval set with the Continuous parameters, from 01 to 99 seconds.

The format is xxxxxxxxx<cr><lf> where the first 9 characters are the weight with leading zeros replaced by spaces. First character is a “-“ for negative weight.

The output will appear as: _ _ _ 12.345 _ _ _ 12.345 etc.

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12.0 SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES

PMB 53 PMB 202

Capacity 50g 200g

Readability 0.001g / 0.01% 0.01g / 0.05% Repeatability

0.002g s.d. 0.02g s.d.

weighing Stabilisation

~3-4 sec. ~3-4 sec

Time Suggested

Minimum

2g 2g

Sample size Repeatability

moisture determination

3g sample 0.15%

3g sample 0.4%

(Sample is

10g sample 0.05% sodium tartrate dihydrate)

Pan size 90mm

%moisture %solids

Test method

%moisture / dry weight %solid / dry weight Manual stop

End Criteria

Auto Stop with time Auto stop change < set amount/time

Maximum test

99 minutes (1.5+ hours)

time

Custom Halogen Lamp

Heaters

400W

10g sample 0.2%

230VAC or 115VAC 50/60Hz.

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Temperature chamber

50 -160C set in 1C steps Standard (one step) Step, up to 3 temperatures

Temperature

Ramp, vs. time

profile

Rapid option for Single and Step methods, 130% target for 3 minutes at start of test. RS-232 Bi-directional Serial port

I/O

USB Serial Output

USB HUB Serial interface Power Factory set, 115VAC or 230VAC, 50-60Hz. Stored Test

Setting Stored Test results

1 Default setting, 49 User Settings

Stored by number and alpha/numeric name

Up to 99 test results stored by name

Ability to send data out via RS232 or USB Serial port. Data Output

Ability to store test results and test settings to USB memory

device using USB Host interface.

To sound when keys are pressed or to announce end of a Beeper

test, independently enable/disable Language English, German, French or Spanish

Real Time Clock RTC

Date formats, YMD, DMY, MDY

Time 24 hour clock Calibration Manual calibration using external mass 20 or 50g 100 or 200g

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13.0 MENU STRUCTURE

WEIGHING

OPERATOR [0/I] key Standby/operate

[Tare] key Zero/Tare function [Print] key Print results [Start] key Begin drying a sample [Dspl] key Display alternate data on LCD [PST] key Store/Recall preset Test PST Store PST XX If PST XX is available then

Store Current test

If PST is used then display

OVERWRITE?

{Setup/Enter} to Store current test

or ESC then return to weighing

PST Recal l PST XX Get stored data

Delete PST XX

Delete PST number shown

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[Test] key Set Test Conditions Result % moisture % Solid % ATRO Moisture % ATRO Solid Heat Single Set Temperature Step Set Temperature 1 Set Time 1 Set Temperature 2 Set Time 2 Set Temperature 3 Set Time 3 Ramp Set Temperature Set Time Rapid heat On Off Manual

Interval Set Interval time Stop Time Set maximum time Stable Set Stable value Set Stable Time Time/Stable Set maximum time Set Stable value Set Stable Time

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Start Manual Auto

Print Test On

Off

Format Complete

Summary

[Setup/Enter] key Sup. Passcode enabled? No Display Supervisor menus Yes Enter Supervisor Passcode Display Supervisor menus

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SUPERVISOR MENU

SERIAL Setup Interface Parameters Baud Rate 2400/4800/9600/19200/38400

Parity Off / Even/ Odd Continuous On/Off Interval 01 to 99 seconds

SETUP Setup analyzer parameters Time Hour Set 00 to 23 Minute Set 00 to 59 Second set 00 to 59 Date Format Europe (dd/mm/yy) USA (mm/dd/yy) ASIA (yy/mm/dd) Date Year Set 00 to 99 Month set 00 to 12 Day set date (00 to 31) Weekday Set day of the week (Sun-Sat) User ID Set ID number , 10 alpha-numeric characters Key Beeper OFF / ON Test Beeper OFF / ON Backlight OFF / ON / Auto Filter Set Filter slow, normal, fast

Language Set to English, German, French or Spanish

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CALIBRATION CAL Mass Start weight calibration CAL Temp Start Chamber Temperature Calibration Calibration Report OFF / ON

PASSCODES Set Passcodes

Operator

Enter old Enter new

Supervisor

Enter old Enter new

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14.0 SAMPLE PREPARATION

Sample preparation is the single most important item for accurate results. The sample must be prepared so the whole of the sample is heated uniformly and the moisture is near the surface of the material.

For powders no further preparation is necessary. For most other materials the sample should be ground, chopped, grated or otherwise made as fine as possible. Liquids or paste may need to be spread onto glass fibre pads to distribute them evenly and thinly. Some materials that may splatter as they are heated (oils, butter) may need to be spread on the glass fibre pads or mixed with dry sand.

Trial and error is often the only method to find the best method for the material.

When the sample is placed on the weighing pan it should be spread as thin and evenly as possible, do not compact the material. Ensure enough material is used to assure good repeatability of the results. Typically samples of 3 to 8 grams are used.

Some materials will require special preparation. For example when testing cheese, if the cheese is very soft it may be necessary to use dry sand as a buffer material so it does not splatter or form a skin. To do this it would be necessary to prepare the sand by drying it in an oven until you were certain no moisture remains. Put the sand on the sample pan and tare the analyzer. Mix the sand with the cheese so you have smooth mixture, spread this mixture on the sample pan and then do the test.

An alternative to this preparation is to spread the cheese on dry spun glass gauze to assist in spreading the heat and preventing splatter or skins forming. Remember to tare the analyzer with the gauze in the weighing pan for accurate results.

Other materials will hold water within them in a way that is not suitable for this type of test. For example sugar will bind the water to the sugar molecules so strongly that heat will not remove the water before the sugar is burned.

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Some plastics also are not suitable for this type of method due to the very low percent moisture and the heat required to extract this moisture.

KNOW THE MATERIAL In addition it is important to know enough about the materials so that you do

not endanger or inconvenience others. For example some solvents have very low flash points that are not suitable for drying with heat sources that can reach 100ºC. Other materials will cause odour or fumes that will be dangerous or objectionable, consider drying fertilizer slurry without using a vent to extract the odour.

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15.0 GUIDANCE NOTES

The following guide notes are offered as examples of temperature, display update time and expected results when drying various substances. The preparation, distribution and amount of product can all significantly effect the results. It is important to find suitable procedures to process the material, usually by trial and error.

In general it is recommended that a temperature of 100ºC, a time interval of 10 seconds, and a sample sized 3-8g be selected for initial test. After a number of tests with these conditions this will provide a basis for comparing other times, temperatures or sample preparations.

The items in the following table are taken from actual test results. The user of the PMB analyzer will need to determine the best procedures for their samples.

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MOISTURE ANALYZER EXAMPLES

MATERIAL SAMPLE

MASS

(g) BUTTER 2-5 138 15 16.3 0.1 4.5 CEMENT 8-12 138 15 0.8 0.1 4-5 CHARCOAL 8-10 120 10 3.8 0.1 8-10 CHOCOLATE POWDER COCOA POWDER COFFEE CREAMER POWDER CORNFLAKES 2-4 120 15 9.7 0 5-7 DRY APPLE PULP DUST 5-10 104 10 7.3 0.3 8-15 FLOUR 8-10 130 10 12.5 0.1 4-5 GROUND COFFEE MARGARINE 3-4 138 20 16 0.1 10 MAYONNAISE 1-2 138 20 56.5 0.4 10 MILK 2-3 120 15 88 0.2 6-8 MILK CHOCOLATE MILK POWDER MUSTARD 2-3 130 20 76.4 0.7 10 PAPER 2-4 106 20 6.4 0.1 10 POLYAMIDE 2-5 138 20 2 0.2 75 POTATO FLAKES POWDERED SOUP RED WINE 3-5 100 15 97.4 0.1 15-20 SLIME 11-12 130 15 80 - 90 SUGAR 4-5 138 15 11.9 0.1 10 SUNFLOWER OIL WET APPLE 5-8 100 10 7.5 0 5-10 WHITE GLUE 2-5 136 15 54.3 0.1 6-8 YOGHURT 2-3 110 15 86.5 0 4.5-6.5

2-4 100 5 1.9 0.1 4

2-3 106 20 0.1 0.1 2

2-3 130 15 78.5 0.1 6-8

5-8 100 10 76.5 0.1 10-15

2-3 106 5 2.8 0.1 4

2-5 106 15 1.3 0.1 3.5

2-4 90 15 5 0.2 6

3-4 106 15 6.9 0.1 7.5

2-3 80 15 3 0.2 4.5-7

10-14 138 20 0.1 0 2

DRYING

TEMPERA-

TURE.(º C)

STROBE

TIME(s)

AVERAGE

WATER

CONTENT

STANDARD DEVIATION

DRYING

TIME(min)

This list will be extended as information becomes available. If you wish to

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supply any information that may help others, please contact Adam Equipment or your dealer.

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16.0 WARRANTY STATEMENT

Adam Equipment offers Limited Warranty (Parts and Labor) for the components failed due to defects in materials or workmanship. Warranty starts from the date of delivery.

During the warranty period, should any repairs be necessary, the customer must inform the supplier or Adam Equipment. The company or its authorised Technician reserves the right to repair or replace any components at its own discretion. Any shipping costs involved in sending the faulty units to a service centre is the customers responsibility.

The warranty will cease to operate if the equipment is not returned in the original packaging and with correct documentation for a claim to be processed. All claims are at the sole discretion of Adam Equipment.

This warranty does not cover equipment where defects or poor performance is due to misuse, accidental damage, exposure to radioactive or corrosive materials, negligence, faulty installation, unauthorised modifications or attempted repair or failure to observe the requirements and recommendations as given in this User Manual.

Repairs carried out under the warranty does not extend the warranty period. Components removed during the warranty repairs become the company property.

The statutory right of the purchaser is not affected by this warranty. The terms of this warranty is governed by the UK law. For complete details on Warranty Information, see the terms and conditions of sale available on our web-site

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Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity

This product has been manufactured in accordance with the harmonised European

standards, following the provisions of the below stated directives:

Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC

Adam Equipment Co. Ltd.

Bond Avenue, Denbigh East

Milton Keynes, MK1 1SW

United Kingdom

FCC COMPLIANCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. The equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Adam Equipment could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

WEEE COMPLIANCE

Any Electrical or Electronic Equipment (EEE) component or assembly of parts intended to be incorporated into EEE devices as defined by European Directive 2002/95/EEC must be recycled or disposed using techniques that do not introduce hazardous substances harmful to our health or the environment as listed in Directive 2002/95/EC or amending legislation. Battery disposal in Landfill Sites is more regulated since July 2002 by regulation 9 of the Landfill (England and Wales) Regulations 2002 and Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005. Battery recycling has become topical and the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations are set to impose targets for recycling.

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ADAM EQUIPMENT is an ISO 9001:2000 certified global company with more than 35 years experience in the production and sale of electronic weighing equipment.

Adam products are predominantly designed for the Laboratory, Educational, Medical, retail and Industrial Segments. The product range can be described as follows:

-Analytical and Precision Balances

-Compact and Portable Balances

-High Capacity Balances

-Moisture analysers / balances

-Mechanical Scales

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-Digital Weighing/Check-weighing Scales

-High performance Platform Scales

-Crane scales

-Medical Scales

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For a complete listing of all Adam products visit our website at

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Adam Equipment reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features,

specifications and design of the equipment without notice.

All information contained within this publication is to the best of our knowledge timely,

complete and accurate when issued. However, we are not responsible for

misinterpretations which may result from the reading of this material.

The latest version of this publication can be found on our Website.

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Nova-Tech PMB Moisture Analyzer User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1.0 CONTENTS

2.0 INTRODUCTION

3.3 LEVELLING THE ANALYZER

3.4 WARM-UP TIME

3.5 LOCATING AND PROTECTING YOUR ANALYZER

3.6 SAFETY

4.1 NUMERIC ENTRY METHOD

POWER

5.2.1 FILES ON A USB MEMORY DEVICE When a USB memory device is used the analyzer will create a series of folders used to store files. These folders are called, REPORT, PRESET, CONFIG and RESULT, all under a master folder called MOISTURE .

6.1.1 MANUALLY SETTING TEST PROCEDURES

6.1.2 PRINT CURRENT SETTINGS When setting the test parameters the [Print] key will cause the current parameters to be printed as shown below. However if the display is awaiting a numeric entry the [Print] key will move the flashing digit to the left.

STORE TEST SETTINGS

10.1 SUPERVISOR MENUS

10.1.1 SERIAL INTERFACE PARAMETERS

10.1.2 SETUP PARAMETERS The user parameters that control the analyzer are shown under the SETUP.

10.1.3 CALIBRATION

10.1.3.1 MASS CALIBRATION Enter the menu for Calibration section. Select CAL MASS. Press [Setup/Enter].

10.1.3.2 TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION You must have a Temperature Calibration Accessory to complete the temperature calibration. The calibration will require 30-40 minutes to complete.

10.1.3.3 CALIBRATION REPORT During weight or temperature calibration the analyzer can print a report showing details of the calibration. The format of the reports are:

10.1.4 PASSCODES To enable the security features in this analyzer it is necessary to set

10.1.4.1 FORGOTTEN PASSCODES

STORE AND RECALL ANALYZER SETTING FROM USB MEMORY

11.1 RS-232 HARDWARE

11.2 USB SERIAL HARDWARE

11.3 INPUT COMMANDS

11.5.1 TEST PARAMETERS The parameters that control a test are listed below. To change a test parameter it is necessary to send a command for the parameter to modify along with the value to change.

11.5.2 ANALYZER SETUP PARAMETERS The parameters related to analyzer configuration are listed below. To change a test parameter it is necessary to send a command for the parameter to modify along with the value to change.

11.5.3 ANALYZER RECALL PARAMETERS

11.5.4 REQUEST VALUES OF PARAMETERS

FCC COMPLIANCE

WEEE COMPLIANCE