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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................ 9
- Chapter 3, Operation, contains information that is needed to operate
this product.
- Chapter 4, Operating Principles, describes principles and scenarios for
the product.
- Chapter 5, FAQ’s and Troubleshooting, describes Frequently Asked
Questions, common problems, their probable causes and remedies,
and contact information for technical support.
- Chapter 6, Technical Data, provides the technical data of the CCL100.
Throughout the manual, important safety considerations are highlighted
as follows:
Warning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read and follow
instructions very carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even
death.
Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and follow
instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or
important data could be lost.
Feedback
Vaisala Customer Documentation Team welcomes your comments and
suggestions on the quality and usefulness of this publication. If you find
errors or have other suggestions for improvement, please indicate the
chapter, section, and page number. You can send comments to us by email:
The Vaisala Cold Chain Logger CCL100 delivered to you has been tested
for safety and approved as shipped from the factory. Note the following
precautions:
CAUTION
Do not modify the unit. Improper modification can damage the product
or lead to malfunction.
ESD Protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to
electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against
ESD for their intended use. However, it is possible to damage the product
by delivering electrostatic discharges when touching, removing, or
inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.
To make sure you are not delivering high static voltages yourself:
- Handle ESD sensitive components on a properly grounded and
protected ESD workbench. When this is not possible, ground yourself
to the equipment chassis before touching the boards. Ground yourself
with a wrist strap and a resistive connection cord. When neither of the
above is possible, touch a conductive part of the equipment chassis
with your other hand before touching the boards.
- Always hold the boards by the edges and avoid touching the
component contacts.
Recycling
Recycle all applicable material.
Dispose of batteries and the unit according to statutory regulations. Do
not dispose of with regular household refuse.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Lithium Battery Exemption
Batteries utilized in loggers are under the weight limit for lithium batteries on
airplanes and qualify for an exemption under special provision 188 of
§173.185(f) and §173.185 (g) (1) of the Hazardous Materials Regulations
(HMR: 49 CFR Sections 171-180).
Additional Regulatory Information
Vaisala Loggers are CE, C-Tick, RoHS, Chinese RoHS, and WEEE compliant.
Patent Notice
The Vaisala Cold Chain Logger CCL100 is protected by the following patents
and patent applications and their corresponding national rights:
US Patent 7057495. Also awarded in the following countries: Switzerland,
Germany, Denmark, France, Great Britain, and The Netherlands.
Trademarks
Vaisala Cold Chain Logger CCL100 is a registered trademark of Vaisala
Canada Inc.
Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
All rights to any software are held by Vaisala or third parties. The
customer is allowed to use the software only to the extent that is provided
by the applicable supply contract or Software License Agreement.
Warranty
For certain products Vaisala normally gives a limited one-year warranty.
Please observe that any such warranty may not be valid in case of
damage due to normal wear and tear, exceptional operating conditions,
negligent handling or installation, or unauthorized modifications. Please
see the applicable supply contract or Conditions of Sale for details of the
warranty for each product.
This chapter introduces features, advantages, and basic CCL100 product
information.
Introduction to the Vaisala Cold Chain Logger
CCL100
The Vaisala Cold Chain Logger CCL100 monitors the time and temperature of
perishable products during distribution and storage. It can be plugged directly
into the USB port of a computer and will automatically generate a PDF file
containing complete time and temperature history, including a graph and
summary data. The device is flat in order to attach to flat surfaces and features
an integrated USB connection point, making it optimal for situations where
access to reading devices or download software is not practical.
The loggers use an innovative temperature sensor that enables them to take a
surface read of the object to which they are attached. This provides a closer
approximation of actual product temperature versus the general ambient
readings provided by bulkier recorders. The loggers sample temperature every
five minutes for highly accurate temperature reads and are encased in waterresistant packaging. Further, each logger sensor is calibrated to NIST standards
during manufacturing. Because of the unique physical characteristics of the
sensor, loggers do not require ongoing calibration to maintain accuracy. All
loggers are manufactured in ISO-9001 registered facilities.
Note: Each logger is sealed in a water-resistant plastic pouch. When the
pouch is intact, the logger can be used in almost any environment,
including exposure to liquid.
This chapter contains information that is needed to operate this product.
Activating the CCL100 Cold Chain Logger
To activate the logger, press the “Start/Mark” button located in the lower
left hand corner of the logger for a minimum of 2 seconds. The Logger’s
LEDs will flash to indicate successful activation in a rotating sequence
towards the “Start/Mark” button. The rotation sequence will occur 5
times.
Using the glue dot on the back of the logger, apply logger to the provided
“Find It” sign and attach. Alternatively, apply logger directly to product
packaging. LEDs will flash every four seconds to indicate active
monitoring.
Marking Events
After the logger has been started, users can indicate significant events,
such as product changing hands, by pressing the “Start/Mark” button.
To mark an event, hold down the “Start/Mark” button for a minimum of
1 second. The green LED will flash in slow flashes, increasing in speed,
to indicate an event has been successfully marked. Up to 5 marked events
will display on the PDF file. Note that a mark will not appear on the
graph if the “Start/Mark” button is pressed during the start delay period.
Marked events will not appear if the “Start/Mark” button is pressed while
the device is plugged into the USB port.
Stopping the CCL100 Cold Chain Logger
Loggers include a stop button by default. To stop active time and
temperature recording, press and hold the “Stop” button located in the
lower right corner of the logger for 3 seconds. The LEDs will flash in a
rotating sequence towards the stop button 7 times, followed by all LEDs
being illuminated then extinguished to indicate a successful stop. A
“marked” event will appear in the PDF at the stopped time.
The LEDs will double flash again after 4 seconds after a successful stop.
The LEDs will “freeze” to reflect the logger’s alert status at the time it
was stopped. If the logger is not stopped, the LEDs will continue to
reflect the current alert status until the logger’s battery runs out.
The logger cannot be restarted once the stop button has
Interpreting LED Alert Indicators
The CCL100 LEDs provide a constant source of visual information as the
logger is recording data. The LEDs flash in four second sequences and
give a quick visual indication of whether a product remained within
temperature parameters:
- A flashing “OK” LED indicates the product remained within
acceptable temperature range throughout the duration of logging.
- Flashing amber “Over/Under” symbols indicate the product drifted
outside of acceptable range for the preset amount of time and the data
should be examined further via a data download.
Upper and lower temperature parameters are pre-programmed by
Vaisala. By default, each logger has a 30 minute delay once temperature
is out of range before the visual indicator is triggered. There is also an
initial 30 minute start delay or “cool down” period to allow loggers to get
down to product temperature and eliminate false alarms while
equilibrium occurs. Start delay periods do not appear in the graph and
are not considered in calculating trip temperature statistics. Note that
these default parameters can be customized via special order.
Note:
The Vaisala “data logger only” models (i.e. CCL100-TU55DVAI00) do not indicate alerts. In these models, a flashing green LED
indicates the logger is on and actively monitoring.
Downloading Logger Data
1. Allow data to accumulate in the logger.
2. Tear plastic logger pouch at score to reveal the USB insertion point. Make sure USB
connection point is clear of plastic but keep the remaining plastic pouch on the logger.
3. Insert the USB plug into USB port on a computer. Confirm blue USB LED is a solid
blue to indicate successful connection. If no blue LED light illuminates, flip the logger
over and re-insert. Many computers have their USB port reversed. The LED turns
solid blue to confirm connectivity.
4.
Wait up to 10 seconds.
have autoplay disabled and it does not, manually browse to the folder from My
Computer or Windows Explorer. Open the folder.
5. A PDF file will appear in the folder named using the serial number of the logger. Note
that users must have installed Adobe Acrobat 9 or later, Adobe Reader 9 or later, or
another application providing PostScript Level 2 or better support. If Adobe Acrobat
Reader is not already on the downloading computer, it can be downloaded at no
charge at http://www.adobe.com.
6.
Do not unplug the logger.
Open the PDF file. At this point you may either print the
file or save it to your computer.
7. Note that the Vaisala Logger must be actively plugged into the downloading computer
to print or save the document.
8. When finished, safely eject the Vaisala Logger by selecting the “safely eject USB
device” option in the services tray on the lower right of your computer screen.
Understanding the PDF Data File
1.
Logger Unique Identifier # and Immediate Disposition Data Area
identified by a unique alpha/numeric identifier. This identifier is displayed at the top
right of the PDF file. This area also provides “at a glance” product disposition
information. “Alert” indicates a temperature excursion has occurred. A blank circle
indicates temperature stayed within programmed ranges. Note that the “at a glance”
area will remain blank for
Vaisala data logger models not
programmed with temperature
alert ranges will automatically
generate a blank circle.
2.
Logger Configuration Area
– This area displays the
logger part number and
details on how the logger was
programmed. Loggers not
programmed with temperature
ranges – i.e. data loggers – will
display “N/A” in the Upper and
Lower alert areas.
3.
In Use Time Area
– Indicates
when the logger was activated
and stopped. It also
indicates if a “Start Delay”
period was programmed into the
logger. Start Delay periods allow loggers to get down to product temperature and
eliminate false alarms while equilibrium occurs. Loggers programmed with stop
functionality
will display “Stopped” time.
– Displays temperature results from the logger. Note that
the start delay period is not considered in the calculation of statistics.
a.
Duration
– how long the logger monitored data, not including the start delay
period.
b.
Total Time Within/Above/Below
– if alerts were programmed, indicates how
long the logger was within, above, and below temperature ranges.
c.
ADM Upper/ADM Lower
– if alerts were programmed, Alert Degree Minutes is
determined by multiplying the number of degrees out of range by the number
of minutes out of range based on the 5 minute averages collected.
d.
Max Temp/Min Temp
– indicates maximum temperature attained and minimum
temperature attained.
e.
Average Temp
– a calculation of the average temperature experienced during the
active life of the logger
f.
Std. Dev. (Standard Deviation)
- a measurement of how tightly grouped the data
is around the average value.
g.
MKT
– Mean Kinetic Temperature is a simplified way of expressing the overall
effect of temperature fluctuations during storage or transit on perishable goods.
See the FAQ section of this manual for more information on how the Vaisala
Logger calculates MKT.
5.
Graph Area
– A graphical representation of time and temperature during active
recording. Upper and lower limits are located on the graph if alerts have been
programmed. Marked events are indicated by a corresponding number. Note that the
start delay period is not displayed on the graph. Also located on the bottom right of
the graph is a time interval legend.
6.
5 Longest Alert Details, Notes or Blank Box
– Displays the five longest alert events,
when they started, ended, the duration, and maximum/minimum temperatures attained.
The longest alert period is listed first. For Vaisala Loggers not programmed with
temperature ranges – i.e. data loggers – this area turns into a “Notes” box. For Vaisala
Loggers programmed with cumulative alerts where consecutive alerts do not apply,
this area turns into a notes box that can be used as a signature area.
7.
Marked Events
– Provides details on when the “Mark” button was pushed. Up to 5
marked events are displayed. The marked event corresponds with a number indicator
on the graph. If the “Mark” button is pushed in rapid succession, one date stamp will
appear with the number of marked events indicated in parenthesis.
Embedded CSV File
Located on the left side of the PDF is a “paperclip” icon. Clicking on the paperclip icon and
double-clicking the CSV
file which appears
enables the user to view
time and temperature data
in parsed data format via
a CSV file. Time and
temperature is listed in 5
minute increments.
Time and temperature data collected during the “Start Delay” period is displayed in the CSV
file. If the “Mark” button is pressed, the marked event will appear next to the time and
temperature stamp. Unlimited marked events will be displayed in the CSV file. If the “Stop”
button is pressed, this point will also be displayed in the CSV file. Alert limits, if any, are also
indicated in the CSV file.
Data in the embedded CSV file cannot be changed and the CSV file cannot be separated from
the PDF file. The CSV file may be copied and saved to another location per the user’s
Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs). Once saved elsewhere,
the CSV file may be opened
and manipulated using
programs such as Microsoft
Excel in accordance with
company SOPs.
This chapter describes principles and scenarios for the product.
Logger Placement Scenarios
The small size and flatness of the Vaisala Logger enable
it to be used in a variety of scenarios including at the
pallet, carton and product level.
Pallet Level -
the side of a pallet. Vaisala provides a ‘Findit’ sign and a
clear plastic pouch to facilitate locating loggers on
pallets at the receiving end as depicted in photo 1.
Many customers place several Vaisala Loggers on
different pallets within a load to perform temperature
mapping. This promotes broader sampling and provides more detailed
information on the temperature fluctuations experienced within a container.
Many customers apply Vaisala Loggers to
Carton Level
-
Many customers with high-value product where temperature
Temperature Mapping Scenario
specifications are critical may choose to use Vaisala Loggers on each individual
carton inside a master case.
Product Level
-
Loggers are sealed in a plastic pouch and take surface readings
of the object to which they are attached. They can be placed in or laid directly
on top of product for highly accurate temperature readings.
In order to facilitate finding Vaisala temperature monitoring loggers, it is
recommended that placement of loggers be clearly flagged on the outside of
packaging. Vaisala provides customers with “Find It” signs upon request:
+04 (GMT+04:30) Kabul, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Yerevan, Baku, Caucasus Standard Time
+02 (GMT+02:00) Mins
k, Cairo, Helsinki, Kyiv, Riga, Sofia, Tallinn, Vilnius, Athens, Bucharest,
“Find-It” Sign
Interpreting Time
Vaisala Logger PDF printouts show time in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). UTC
is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time. Computer
servers, online services, and other entities that rely on having a universally accepted
time use UTC for that purpose.
To convert UTC to your local (military) time, add or subtract hours from UTC
depending on your time zone. Be sure to account for daylight savings, if this applies.
The UTC value with corresponding time zone is provided in the table below.
Value Time Zone
+13 (GMT+13:00) Nuku'alofa
+12 (GMT+12:00) Auckland, Wellington, Fiji, Kamchatka, Marshall Is.
+11 (GMT+11:00) Magadan, Solomon Is., New Caledonia
+09 (GMT+09:00) Yakutsk, Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo, Seoul, Adelaide, Darwin
+08 (GMT+08:00) Perth, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Irkutsk, Ulaan Bataar, Beijing, Chongqing,
Hong Kong, Urumqi
+07 (GMT+07:00) Krasnoyarsk, Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta
+05 (GMT+05:00) Ekaterinburg, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kathmandu, Islamabad,
This chapter describes Frequently Asked Questions, common problems,
their probable causes and remedies, and contact information for technical
support.
Frequently Asked Questions
When I manually calculate the time the logger actively recorded data by
looking at the start and stop times in the “In Use Time” section, it does not
match the duration time listed in the Trip Temperature Statistics” section.
Why is it off by 30 minutes?
Remember the start delay period is not included when calculating trip
temperature statistics. By default the start delay period is 30 minutes.
Marked time appears to be 5 minutes off. Why is this?
When the “Mark” button is pushed, it references the previous 5 minute average
temperature statistic in the logger’s memory to generate a mark time. Depending
on the timing of when the mark button is pushed, there can be a 0 to 5 minute
discrepancy.
I have inserted my Vaisala Logger into the USB port, but the file did not
generate.
Be patient. It may take up to 10 seconds for the PDF to generate.
I waited 10 seconds, but the PDF still did not generate.
Try the following:
1.
Check to see if the blue USB LED light is illuminated. The Blue light
will indicate an active USB connection. If the Blue USB light is not on,
eject the Vaisala Logger. Flip it over and insert it upside down. Many
computers have their USB ports flipped.
2.
Go to “Control Panel” in Windows. Select “Hardware and Sound.”
Select “AutoPlay.” Check to make sure “Use AutoPlay for all media and
devices” is checked.
3.
Some anti-virus programs prevent the file from automatically generating.
In most cases, this may be resolved by temporarily disabling the scan of
removable media. Contact Vaisala technical support for additional
information.
The blue USB LED is illuminated but the PDF file is still not generating.
Make sure there is no plastic covering on the USB plug. Plastic pouch remnants
can interfere with USB connectivity.
What happens if I push the Start/Mark or Stop buttons while the logger is
plugged in?
Nothing, buttons are not active while plugged into the USB port.
There is an unexplained temperature spike in the graph of the PDF print out.
What caused this?
The Vaisala Logger was removed from the USB port before the downloading
process was complete. Reinsert the logger and wait for the downloading process
to complete before opening the PDF file.
The PDF generated, but there is no data in the printout.
Remember to let the start delay period expire and wait at least 30 minutes before
attempting to download data. If a download is attempted within the start delay
period, there will be no data in the printout.
Can I copy files to the Vaisala Logger and use it as a thumb drive?
It is not possible to write a file to the Vaisala Logger. The logger cannot be used
to transfer files and cannot transfer a virus or other “malware.” In testing this,
users may find that they can get a file icon to show up in the Vaisala file folder.
Note that this is a “ghost” image and that the file has not truly transferred. Upon
logger ejection and reinsertion, this “ghost” image will disappear.
I have multiple USB ports on my computer. What happens if I plug a Vaisala
Logger into each one?
An individual file will independently open for each Vaisala logger.
Are Vaisala data files 21 CFR 11 compliant?
Data in both the PDF file and the embedded CSV file (if generated) cannot be
altered. As an uneditable PDF, these files on the label are 21 CRF 11 compliant.
Copying these files from the Vaisala Label should be done according to each
individual company’s SOPs to comply with 21 CRF 11 requirements.
Can I zoom in on a particular area of the graph?
The easiest way to do this is to use the zoom feature provided by Adobe Reader.
Is it possible to see data from the Start Delay period?
The Start Delay data is not displayed in the graph or statistics on the PDF.
However, the Start Delay period is logged in the embedded CSV file (via the
paperclip icon), so the data can be viewed if needed. The activation time is
noted on the CSV file as is the time when the delay is over.
Are there any known software conflicts with the CCL100?
Some virus scanners such as Norton 360 and Avast may cause issues. If an issue
is found, the Virus scanner may need to be temporarily disabled. The Label is an
Data Light emitting diodes (LED) signify temperature excursion
Temperature sampling
Five minutes
Temperature Resolution
± 0.1 °C
CHAPTER 6
TECHNICAL DATA
This chapter provides the technical data of the Product.
Specifications
Use Life/Shelf Life Records 55 days of data, with a 9 month shelf life. Longer
recording available via custom programming.
Start Up Delay Standard 30 minutes or configurable 0 to 1275 minutes
Report Time Time is based on military time and reconciled with UTC
Alert Ranges
customizable between -30 °C to +60 °C
Alert Delay Standard 30 minutes or configurable (requires special order pre-
configured product.)
Alarm Configurations Standard Cumulative or configured for Consecutive alerts
-20 °C, 2 °C to 8 °C, 15 °C to 25 °C, or
frequency
Temperature Accuracy ±0.5 °C (0.9 °F)
Calibration Silicon-based temperature sensor calibrated with NIST-traceable
Operating temperature
range
Dimensions • 45mm width x 66mm length unpouched;
Plastic Pouch/Housing Water resistant, IP 65 rating