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1. 2 RxD 2 TxD 3 TxD 3 RxD 5 GND 7 GND 7 8 shorted 4 5 shorted 6 20 shorted 74 15 LIST OF COMMANDS COMPUTER BALANCE Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command INTERFACE RESET R CR LF zeroing currently carried out commands restoring factory default settings SEND ALL IMPLEMENTED COMMANDS PC CR LF sends information on all commands implemented in the balance s software SEND MEASUREMENT RESULT IN BASIC MEASURING UNIT S CR LF sends result in basic measuring unit on stabilization of indication IMMEDIATELY SEND MEASUREMENT RESULT IN BASIC MEASURING UNIT SI CR LF immediately sends result in basic measuring unit SEND MEASUREMENT RESULT IN CURRENT MEASURING UNIT SU CR LF sends result in current measuring unit on stabilization of indication IMMEDIATELY SEND MEASUREMENT RESULT IN CURRENT MEASURING UNIT SUI CR LF immediately sends result in current measuring unit ZERO BALANCE Z CR LF zero balance on stabilization of indication IMMEDIATELY ZERO BALANCE ZI CR LF zero balance immediately on sending the command if possible at the moment TARE WHEN STABLE T CR LF tarring balance on stabilization of indication IMMEDIATELY TARE BALANCE TI CR LF tare balance immediately on
2. sen 62 10 12 Saving drying mode settings in moisture analyzer s permanent IMOMOSY sei cscedekieccawsetectedabsacdeassteceedabsncededecacseunbaaceteaehachedabeaceisastacnedabences 64 11 TESTING PROCEDURE USING A DRYING PROGRAM FROM THE LIBRARY OF DRYING PROGRAMG ccssccsseeeeeeeseteesseeenseeeeeees 65 12 SAMPLE PREPARATION FOR A DRYING PROCESS semen 67 12 1 Principles of humidity content determination in a moisture analyzers ee ee 67 12 2 Sampling and preparation seen 67 13 SELECTION OF DRYING PARAMETERS ccscccssseesseeeseeeeeseees 70 13 1 Selecting optimum sample MASS 70 13 2 Influence of sample mass on measurement result repeatability 70 13 3 Drying temperature near 70 13 4 Selecting a drying mode nn 71 13 5 Selecting drying time 72 13 6 Drying mode analysis eenn naan EREE AKARTA nn 73 14 COOPERATION WITH A PRINTER OR A COMPUTER 2 00 74 14 1 Connecting cables 74 15 LIST OF COMMANDS COMPUTER BALANCE ss eeeeenenznnz 75 16 USER GUIDELINES i iii in b teddeasateestec seateds 77 17 MOISTURE ANALYZER MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES seen 78 17 1 Cleaning moisture analyzer component 78 17 2 Temperature sensor cleaning L nn 79 17 3 Replacing the fuses nn 80 174 Troubleskootikeu six issir a E NE REEE 81 17 5 Error MEesSsaQES onein rana NEE NE N A 82 18 MEMORV OF CARRIED OUT MEASUREMENTS 1sseeeeennnze za 84 19
3. Start Stop key starting ending drying process according to selected drying mode A Group of navigation keys change of parameters value moving in moisture analyzer s menu Print Enter key sending display status to peripheral device Print or confirmation of selected value or function Enter Esc key abandoning introduced changes exit one level higher in menu structure EJ o 13 0 T Zero Tare key zeroing moisture analyzer s indication On Off key switch on off display of moisture analyzer On dy switching off the displav of the device other subassemblies LE are continuously supplied and the moisture analyzer is in standby mode Display key changes type of data displayed during and L 82 after drving process sewo Setup key enter to main menu Nell we Test menu key function key for selecting drying modes 6 MOISTURE ANALYZER S MENU User menu of the moisture analyzer MAX series is divided into two sections The first one is made available on pressing SETUP key This menu enables setting the following parameters moisture analyzer and temperature sensor adjustment setting date and time format programming printouts and communication parameters with peripheral equipment and setting user profile parameters The second menu is accessible on pressing TEST MENU key and it is dedicated to setting parameters of basic drying mode including
4. After cleaning thoroughly dry each of moisture analyzer s components Do not allow any contamination or liquid to fall into the moisture analyzer Assembly cleaned and dried components in accordance with above scheme 17 2 Temperature sensor cleaning In order to ensure correct temperature measurements during testing procedure pay special attention to cleanness of the temperature sensor 1 Any cleaning activities of the temperature sensor should be carried out while maintaining special precautions Temperature sensor should cleaned using a soft fabric with addition of a mild detergents Do not use any abrasive agents or solvents as they may damage the temperature sensor While cleaning make sure not to touch heating filament as it may damage it If necessary it is permissible to clean filament s shield Clean the filament s shield using a soft and dry fabric only Do not touch the filament while cleaning the shield 79 17 3 Replacing the fuses If after plugging to mains a signal diode on moisture analyzer s display does not light up lack of any reaction on the display then possibly one of the fuses or both is blown REMEMBER before initiating any activities relates to fuse replacement switch off the moisture analyzer and make sure the power cord of the moisture analyzer is unplugged from mains A moisture analyzer MAX series features two fuses Before replacing them unplug the power cord fro
5. x function 03 Calibr test Ikkikxkkixi function 04 Printreport l tion Entering selected menu option function Set the cursor black triangle against a desired function and press SETUP key Al IA or or Display We Changing parameter and function settings Use UP DOWN navigating arrows to select accessible value of a parameter or change setting of an active parameter e g name when its value is flashing Use RIGHT LEFT navigating arrows to select a character while entering a parameter value while its flashing Accepting changes in function parameter settings Press PRINT ENTER key to save settings of a modified parameter function Changing displayed data during drying process A moisture analyzer MAX series enables previewing five types 16 of measurement result while the drying process is in progress or on its completion The measuring units are previewed by pressing DISPLAY key Each pressing of the key changes in turns the measuring unit and automatic recalculation of measurement result Available measuring units M percent loss of mass in tested sample D dry mass in tested sample R humid dry ratio expressed in A chart from drying process Mass loss in tested sample in g Additionally the display of MAX series contains the following drying time current temperature in drying chamber drying mode target set temperature drying process result in a form of M D
6. 8 4 2 Filter settings Depending on current ambient conditions at a workstation it is necessary to set filtering value In case of perfect operating conditions set the filter value to very fast set value of parameter 01 Filter to 1 If the conditions are bad i e vibrations air 31 movement it is recommended to set the filter value to slow or very slow set value of parameter 01 Filter to 4 or 5 The efficiency of filter operation differs in relation to the measuring range The filter operates with lower accuracy while the mass indication is quickly increasing after placing a load on the pan Filter accuracy is increased when weighed mass is within filter s set operation range parameter filter operation range is available only in balance s service menu and it is inaccessible for the user 8 4 3 Autozero function In order to ensure moisture analyzers s precise mass indication AUTOZERO software parameter has been introduced The application of this function is automatic control and correction of zero indication The parameters determining the range and time of autozero operation are set by the manufacturer and they are not accessible for the user If AUTOZERO function is enabled then each weighing process starts from precise zero point Disabling AUTOZERO operation may result in result instability while the pan is not loaded with a mass to be weighed There are however some cases when this function can be a distur
7. special signs to include needed variables in a non standard printout template Example no 1 Inputting this sentence requires using 36 characters grouped in the neighbouring text strings Enter text strings settings and input 8 characters from the above text Maximum mass cannot exceed 11 250 g into each of the text strings until completing the sentence Each text string Text 1 89 Text 80 can contain up to 8 characters letters digits special signs space Inputting a sentence comprising multiple words and signs requires using a set of neighbouring 8 character text strings A user can add Text string no Text 1 2 4 5 6 7 19 Text 10 M a i m u m 20 Text 11 m a s c a n 21 Text 12 n o e x c e 22 Text 13 e d 1 1 2 5 23 Text 14 0 36 Example no 2 RADWAG Balances amp Scales Date Hour Load mass kkk lt active working mode gt Enter text strings settings and input 8 characters from the above text into each of the text strings until completing the printout Text string no Text 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 25 Text 16 ki R A D W A G ji 26 Text17 B a a n e e 27 Text 18 s amp S c a l 28 Text 19 e s c D a t 29 Text 20 e A d c H o U 30 Text 21 r t r X n 31 Text 22 L o a d m a S 32 Text 23 s A N c c 33 Text 24 k S i g 34 Text 25 n a t u r e 35 Text 2
8. Program 5 P06 Program 6 65 m 19 09 03 Weighing 08 28 30 b P01 FLOUR 100 a 3 Set program I Start ms 0 0005 Press ENTER key to return to the main window The moisture analyzer is ready to start testing procedure with programmed drying parameters The upper bar of the display indicates name of the selected drying program and its number from the library of drying programs On the left side of the display there are pictograms indicating pre set values of drying parameters i e drying mode temperature finish mode etc The next steps of the drying process are the same as in case of drying process using a shortened menu see point 9 3 of this user manual 66 12 SAMPLE PREPARATION FOR A DRYING PROCESS This section of the user manual presents data on obtaining optimum measurement results from drying a sample to be tested It lists the principles of selecting drying parameters in relation to a material to be tested 12 1 Principles of humidity content determination in a moisture analyzer Measurement of moisture content in a tested sample is carried out by determining loss of mass in a sample by its heating humidity evaporation from a sample RADWAG moisture analyzer comprises two components a precision balance and a drying chamber Compared to standard moisture content determining methods the measurements with application of RADWAG moisture analyzer is much quicker and does not require
9. R chart mass loss in g URIS owns CET on ovee Ce R 8 0 03 26 1120 we m bea 0 03 26 1 120 c re i ita 2 57 sm st bis 10 5450 amp 2 tome ores LEZI 0 03 26 1120 c 12c aly wa 25 10 xe a gili i TIKA ymg women Devi m b F a 0 03 26 112070 sic a bp gt de 1 Ms i m FTI sm 0 2350 E as Changes made to software settings are effective only on exiting to main menu with procedure of saving changes monos in L Save setup Enter Esc On making all changes in the parameter settings exit to main menu by pressing the ESC key for a few times until the software displays a message box with below two option Sewn ENTER save changes and exit ESC abandon changes and exit 17 7 2 Menu operation using external computer keyboard All keys present on moisture analyzer s overlay have their equivalents ona computer keyboard PS type described in below table function keys Description Overlay Start Start End drying process in an active drying mode Stop 17 pam Entering main menu S luo BAe Entering selection menu and settings of the drying mode we menu AT iex Ta z ya z Changing the tvpe of displaved data on drving process D a ze 8 Sending current display status to a connected peripheral device PRINT JIS te z Zeroing Tarring moisture analyzer
10. Selecting a drying mode Measurenet time i Drying temperature The software of moisture analyzer MAX series enables selecting one of four drying modes e Standard e Quick e Mild e Step Temp profile STANDARD mode al Standard Standard mode is the most frequentiv used of all drying modes It enables accurate determining of b moisture content is a dried sample Start Time MILD mode Mild mode is used in case of drying substances that Temp profilu are sensitive to rapid heat emitted by filaments operating at full power in the initial stage of drying process This mode prevents from decomposing of substances sensitive to heat by mild temperature increase in set amount of time time interval has to be Temp a suszeniaj Te b selected by tests Mild mode is recommended to otoczenia drying samples of leather structure Czas QUICK mode Quick mode is recommended to drying samples that Temp profile moisture content varies from 5 and 15 In the initial stage of Quick mode heating takes place at full few Fast dn in power of the filaments causing heating the drving FAN chamber to increased temperature maximum temperature value is higher by 30 from set drying Ainbient 71 temp Start Time temperature Overheating compensates heat loss during evaporation of large moisture content in the test s initial stage STEP mode Temp profile Enables determining up to three steps with random l Shap ir
11. drying process and measurement reliability Thus the surface of a solid object should be as large as Thick sample possible Since solid objects release moisture through their outer surface sample thickness is tititi another important factor SS Dred siibstanee N 69 f Sample with correct thickness 13 SELECTION OF DRYING PARAMETERS 13 1 Selecting optimum sample mass Sample mass influences the accuracy of measurement result and measurement time Higher mass of a sample causes higher amount of water moisture content which needs to evaporate and therefore measurement time is also longer Obtaining short measurement time is feasible in case of small sample mass but sample mass cannot be too small as it may negatively influence required measurement accuracy The measurement time The precision of result High Long Short Sample weight Sampla weight 0 5a 0 54 13 2 Influence of sample mass on measurement result repeatability Sample mass has considerable influence on repeatability of measurement results obtained on a moisture analyzer Relation between sample mass and repeatability is presented in below table Repeatability to 2g to 10g over 10g Data provided in the above table refer to a ideal and uniform sample and an assumption that moisture content has completely evaporated from tested sample during testing process and the sample has not decomposed e g humid high silica sand Meas
12. drying temperature drying mode time and other parameters The menu additionally provides access to the library of drying programs The library stores up to 99 different drying procedures containing detailed settings on drying modes of various substances P1 Adjustment P5 RS 232 P1 01 External adjustment P5 01 Baud rate P1 02 User adjustment P5 02 Parity P1 03 Adjustment test P5 03 Data bits P1 04 Temperature adjust P5 04 Stop bits P1 04 Adjustment report P5 05 Handshake printout P5 06 Print stable P1 05 Drying test P5 07 Printout type P5 08 Paper cut off P6 Printouts P2 GLP P6 01 Printout no P2 01 User P6 02 Header no P2 02 Project P6 03 Line no P2 03 Print time P6 04 Footer no P2 04 Print date P6 05 Printout 1 start P2 05 Print user name P6 06 Printout 1 stop Ths P2 06 Print project name P6 13 Text 1 P2 07 Print ID P6 14 Text 2 P2 08 Print adjustment data P7 Other P3 Date Time P7 01 Password P3 01 Date format P7 02 Database of drying P3 02 Time format programs P3 03 Time P7 03 Beep sound P3 04 Date P7 04 Language P3 05 Display time P7 05 Display backlight P3 06 Display date P7 06 Display brightness P7 07 Display contrast P4 Readout P7 08 Factory no P4 01 Filter P7 09 Software version P4 02 Autozero P7 10 Parameters printout P4 03 Temperature P7 11 Upload parameters P4 04 Negative P7 12 Set ID P7 13 ID automatic printout P7 14 Previous version 7 MOVING THROUGH USER MENU A user can move through moi
13. window Press DOWN navigating arrow key to go to the following step of drying process determination i e Result Use navigating arrow keys procedure as in case of drying mode selection to set the type of displayed measurement result Sa uni or ja a 48 rok Cad Perg a roe BIE FE Bea After setting the Result criterion go to setting the following parameters of a drying process In order to set other parameters of the drying process press ENTER key The software returns to displaying the initial window Press DOWN navigating arrow key to go to the following step of drying process determination i e Printout Interval The printout interval is a period of time measured in seconds in which a moisture analyzers sends current measurement result to a connected peripheral device Program a After setting the printout interval criterion the moisture analyzer is ready to start drying process of a sample to be tested In order to finish setting the drying mode parameters and go to the humidity content determining process press ENTER key The software returns to displaying the initial window software does to displaying the main window in a level which enables determining humidity content of a sample to be tested Once more press ENTER key The 49 09 03 Weighing bli b 3K Set program Start Bars 0 0005 9 3 Means of drying process according
14. MEANS OF USING A MOISTURE ANALYZER FOR DRYING IN TEMPERATURE OVER 160 C ss s ness nnnrenenzznnanzananzznnnnnnnnnznan 85 1 TECHNICAL DATA MAX 50 1 MAX 50 MAX 60 Tvpe Reading interval 0 1 mg 1 mg Max capacitv 50 g 60 g Reading interval of 6 moisture content 0 0001 0 001 Tare range 50g 60g Max sample mass 50g 60 g Repeatability of 0 24 sample mass up to 2g moisture content 0 06 sample mass between 2 10g reading 0 04 sample mass over 10g Drying max 160 C temperature range max 250 C model WH infrared emitter Heating module halogen WH Drying modes 4 modes standard quick step mild a 4 modes time defined moisture content stabilization time Finish modes ma optimized manual Working 10 C 40 C temperature Power supply 230V 50Hz AC 420W Display graphic backlit Drying chamber 120 x 120 x 20 mm dimensions Net weight Gross weight 5 1 6 6 kg Packaging 470 x 380 x 336 mm dimensions BASIC INFORMATION CAUTION Use of moisture analyzer MAX series conversely to safety provisions and other than following guidelines of this user manual may be hazardous to human health and life Never use the moisture analyzer is explosive area Moisture analyzer is not intended to use in areas with danger of explosion The inner shields of a moisture analyzer may heat up to 400 C Moisture analyzer s nominal voltage
15. Use of moisture analyzer MAX series conversely to safety principles and user manual guidelines may be hazardous to operators health and life It is obligatory to acknowledge with safety principles listed in the user manual use a moisture analyzer only to determine humidity content in samples and determine mass of a tested sample Any other use of the moisture analyzer may be dangerous either to the device or the user before switching on the moisture analyzer make sure that the nominal power of the device specified on its data plate is compatible with the supply in the mains to which the moisture analyzer will be plugged in change of heating element can only be carried out by authorized service protect moisture analyzer against contacts with liquids as the area around moisture analyzer gets heated do not put any inflammable objects or substances in close distance to the device substance containing toxic or caustic vapour should be tested in a chamber which absorbs the vapours samples of substances that produce inflammable vapours if heated should be relatively small small sample mass and drying process should be carried out in low temperatures remember that aggressive substances may cause corrosion to the device 2 4 Warranty Warranty does not cover the following cases e Not observing the regulation listed in user manual e Using the moisture analyzer conversely to its intended use e Any modifications of
16. additional mathematical calculations a result of moisture content is previewed on an ongoing basis during product testing process Independently on moisture content determining method the measurement accuracy is highly influenced by means of sample preparation and selection of testing parameters such as e Sample size e Sample type e Drying temperature e Drying time In practice the measurement accuracy is not as important as the speed of obtaining measurement result control over technological process Thus heating a sample with application of a halogen filament carried out by a moisture analyzer makes the measurement process very time efficient and short Measurement speed can be additionally increased by appropriate adjusting moisture analyzers parameters depending on substances to be tested Optimum temperature and drying time depend on type and size of a sample to be tested and anticipated measuring accuracy Selection of drying parameters can only be carried out on basis of test measurements 12 2 Sampling and preparation Features preparation and size of a sample are very important factors influencing the speed and accuracy of measurement process Means of sampling and preparation are extremely important for repeatability of measurement results as a sample should be a representative part of tested substance 67 Repeatability High Low The sample reparation Various Always the same Final measurement r
17. cTi 25 String13 jime t ci 26 String 14 IDrvi ng_p 27 String 15 jarameteri 28 String 16 i bel c p 29 String 17 i e e Star 30 String 18 ir to wei gh 31 String 19 jt N c c 32 String 20 IN hone AS l Printout 4 35 String23 IStop_weil 36 String 24 ight N c 37 String 25 iTime drvi 38 String 26 jing C c 39 String 27 eFinat_ 40 String 28 result 41 String 29 IM c cDry 42 String 30 jingostop 43 String 31 MeleSigni 44 String 32 ik EST i 45 String 33 Pee uaa a l 46 String 34 DY Ge lB ie 47 String 35 eto l 40 8 7 Moisture analyzer parameter settings Depending on user needs the moisture analyzer enables setting parameters influencing its operation These parameters are grouped in menu P7 Other for instance beep sound on pressing a key button screen contrast etc 8 7 1 Entering menu group P7 Other Enter submenu group P7 Other 7 15 03413 Setup 13 48 18 P9 gt 01 gt Password 0 02 Prog library 0 disabled 03 Beep 1 enabled 04 Language xa idi funtion 05 Backlight 1 on 06 Brightness ma i dun funtion 07 Contrast erevivert funtion 08 Balance id 114493 09 Software rev MSF i20 10 Par printout Rv esters funtion 11 Par receice ie se res funtion 12 IDsetting reg funtion 13 ID autoprint 0 off 14 Prev version 0 off 8 7 2 Parameter settings The parameters are set as specified in case of previous menu groups 01 Password The password protects the
18. first parameter of selected drying mode visible on the right hand side of the drving mode graphic presentation dardow 4 b A 3K T T 420 C B uM Gh 30s 46 Press right arrow navigating key to change parameter value the displayed value starts flashing LE DJ Press UP or DOWN navigating arrow e e i keys to select needed parameter value l Beer REO After setting the parameter value accept it by pressing ENTER key the value stops flashing If a Mild or Step drying mode is selected then go to other mode settings If selected mode is Standard or Quick set the following criteria of a drying process In order to set other parameters of the drying process press ENTER key The software returns to displaying the initial window Press DOWN navigating arrow key to go to the following step of drying process determination i e Finish Mode Use navigating arrow keys procedure as in case of drying mode selection to set one of available finish modes and determine its parameters Program i B 7 In TA 6D i im u ja a zos PATT IA ik 308 AT User defined p User detred 2 img 1 mg Il B At 0230 NUS rew ta fh me After setting the Finish mode criteria go to setting the following parameters of a drying process In order to set other parameters of the drying process press ENTER key The software returns to displaying the initial
19. key to accept the process The moisture analyzer sends data on drying mode parameter values to a connected printer and returns to the previous window Pressing Esc key abandons printing of drying mode settings The software returns to previous window without saving changes 63 10 12 permanent memory Saving drying mode settings in moisture analvzer s When determining parameters of a drving mode all the settings are saved in the moisture analyzer s volatile memory Permanent saving of the settings requires returning to the main window with procedure of saving changes Procedure PO1 gt Name FOLUR 100 Profile Standard Dry temp 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content AM Print int 130s Target None T coeficient 0 00 Default H Print kal l Program brary B Program Save program Flour 100 P02 Program 2 P03 Program 3 P04 Program 4 P05 jProgram 5 PO Program 6 Program niray POO ae B POI PPr P02 Program 2 P03 Program 3 P04 Program 4 P05 IProgram 5 P06 Program 6 Press Esc key The software displays a question on saving the drying parameters Pressing ENTER key causes saving the changes and displaying a window with the library of the drying programs Pressing Esc key causes returning to displaying the library of drying programs without saving the changes 64 11 TESTING PROCEDURE USING A DRYING PROGR
20. moisture analyzer or cases when its housing is opened damaged protective stickers e Mechanical defects and defects caused by media liquids water and natural wearing off e Improper placing of defects of electrical network mains e Overloading of measuring mechanism of the moisture analyzer 2 5 Monitoring metrological parameters of the instrument Metrological characteristics of the moisture analyzer requires periodical inspection carried out by its operator Inspection frequency is conditioned by ambient conditions in which the moisture analyzer is used types of performed processes and accepted quality management system in an organization 2 6 Data included in this user manual Please read the user manual carefully before instrument s plugging to mains and startup even if the user is experienced with this type of moisture analyzers 2 7 Staff competence Moisture analyzer MAX series should only be operated and maintained by personnel who is trained and experienced in using this type of instruments TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 3 1 Delivery check Please check the packaging immediately upon delivery and the device during unpacking for any visible signs of external damage 3 2 Packaging Please retain all parts of the original packaging should the moisture analyzer be transported in the future Only the original packaging should be used for dispatching the moisture analyzer Before packing disconnect all attached cables
21. parameter Sample Press RIGHT arrow navigating kev to enter the field for selecting one of available options Use function kevs on moisture analvzer kevboard or an external computer kevboard Set the sample mass value in accordance with above specified means of moving in the user menu After setting and saving data on a mass of a sample to be tested set another parameters on a drving process i e on temperature and finish mode as required bv enabled drving mode 59 Prageamn litrary Program Targel Incase option Optional is enabled the PO1 gt Target b Optional i Target weight 15 000 g user has to enter required sample mass Tolerance FAQ and tolerance value for the material to be weighed dried If sample mass option is enabled the moisture analyzer displays prompts for the user on placing a required size of a sample to be tested on the drying pan If a user neds to dry a sample with different mass then drying process can be started even if the mass does not comply with set parameter criterion Siege helps In case option Obligatory is enabled the Target weight 5 000 g user has to enter required sample mass Toleration 110006 and tolerance value for the material to be weighed dried After selecting this option the moisture analvzer displavs prompts for the user on placing a required size of a sample to be tested on the drving pan In Mandatorv option the drving process will not start u
22. sending the command if possible at the moment GIVE FACTORY NUMBER NB CR LF sends factory number of a balance GIVE MEASURING RANGE FS CR LF sends maximum measuring range maximum capacity of a balance in basic measuring unit 75 Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Function Command Caution GIVE SOFTWARE REVISION RV CR LF sends software name GIVE OR CHANGE DATE IN A BALANCE PD CR LF causes sending data on set date or changes the date GIVE OR CHANGE TIME IN A BALANCE PD CR LF causes sending data on set time or changes the time GIVE ENABLED WORKING MODE PM CR LF causes sending by a balance a code of enabled working mode SEND SETUP PS CR LF causes sending the complete setup parameter printout BEEP SOUND B CR LF causes immediate activating of beep sound ina balance GIVE LAST CODE ERROR ER CR LF causes sending code of last saved error in a balance DISABLE AUTOZERO AO CR LF causes disabling switching off autozero operation ENABLE AUTOZERO A1 CR LF causes enabling switching on autozero operation If a non existing or incorrect command finished with CR LF is sent to a balance it responses with E S CR LF Spaces between characters should be omitted as they are added only for the purpose of proper legibility 76 16 USER GUIDELINES The measur
23. the window Program librar b Program PO1 gt Name i Program 1 Profile f Standard Dry temp 120 C Switch otf Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content iM Print int 30s Target None T coeficient 1 0 00 Default gt Print 1 L L Pressing Esc kev abandons restoring of the default parameter The software returns to previous window without saving changes 10 11 Printout of software settings The parameter enables printing all current drving mode settings on a connected printer Procedure Program librar b Program PO1 gt Name Program 1 sty oR fan Go to software menu Use DOWN Switch off Automatic 3 navigating arrow key to place the cursor ert i Moisture content YM black triangle next to a parameter Print Target None T coeficient 1 0 00 Default i Print Lal 62 Program library Program ti Software no 1 Name Wheat flour 100 Drying mode Standard Drying temperature 120 C Finish mode Automatic 3 Result Humidity content M Printout interval 30 s Sample control No Corrective coef 0 00 Program library b Program PO1 gt Name FOLUR 100 Profile Standard Drv temp 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content iM Print int 30s Target None T coeficient 1 0 00 Default i Print kal jq Press RIGHT arrow navigating kev causes displaving a message to confirm printout of parameters Press ENTER
24. window with the following PARKAMUD 2 question is displaved iz wsi f accepted the moisture analyzer starts sidi sending current user parameter settings rane to a connected printer computer via RS ery Mal 232 slot 11 Acquire upload parameters Enabling this function causes uploading all parameters sent via RS 232 interface from a connected computer On entering the function the following window is opened W Rca Tara ving sta ml Setup receiving On completing uploading process the balance informs a user on number of accepted and changed parameters and number of incorrectly declared parameters which are rejected by the balance Printing and uploading balance parameters is a very simple and intuitive means of setting new values of balance parameters On printing to a file current parameter values on a connected computer the user can simply and 42 quickly change parameter values After saving made changes the updated file is sent from the computer level to balance s software On completing of uploading process and saving changes the balance accepts new parameter settings The procedure requires that a user is familiar with balance parameters and has good knowledge of computers 12 ID setting Enables entering codes to moisture analyzer memory 13 Automatic ID Printout Determines whether a code entered to moisture analyzer s memory should be automatically sent via RS 232 interface 14 Previo
25. 0 03 Setup 101010 P1 gt Calibration P2 GLP i P3 Date Time Press Setup key which opens a P4 Readout window with groups of parameters P5 RS 232 P6 Printouts P7 Globals 10 10 03 Setup AMTET P1 Calibration P2 GLP fee P3 Date Time Press navigating arrow keys to set the P4 Readout cursor next to a menu group P7 Other P5 RS 232 P6 Printouts P7 gt Globals 44 bawp S456 sorro P7 01 gt Password 1 pi 02 Prog library 4 enabled 03 Beep 1 enabled 04 Language H 1 English 05 Backlight tion 06 Contrast eeeee eee function 07 Balance id 12564 mat IE RAT BB P7 gt 01 gt Password o 02 Prog library 1enabled 03 Beep 1 11 enabied 04 Language H 4 Engliah OS Backlight E ilon 06 Contrast jkiikkiiik function 07 Balance td 12564 t It Some ASAT P7601 Password i f 02 gt Prog libraw 4 disabled 02 Beep i 1ionablod 04 Language 1 4 English 05 Backlight i ilon 06 Contrast fiririririririir function 07 Balance Id 12564 1 On returning to the main window with procedure of saving changes the use can carrv out a drving process after setting the basic parameters for drving a sample to be tested There is no need to select a specific drving program from the database When setting the parameter Database of drving programs to value 0 disabled The user does not have access to the database records saved in the moisture analvzer memorv Tust Press U M key The software automatically goe
26. 1 yes 2 odd 03 Data bits 07 Printer type 0 Standard 1 Kafka 1 7 bits 8 hita 2 Epson 2 8 bits 3 PC 4 PC RADWAG 04 Stop bits 1 1bit 08 Paper cut 0 no 2 2 bits 1 ves Caution In case of parameter set to P5 07 3 PC the data sent to a printer is only a line The data from the header and the footer is not printed For parameter set to P5 07 4 PC RADWAG each printout is proceeded by a special controlling signs which enable moisture analyzer cooperation with the computer software E2R MOISTURE ANALYZER 33 8 6 Printouts 18 11 02 P6 gt 01 gt Printout No 02 Header No masaa User of a moisture analyzer MAX series 0 standard can set up to 5 different printout 1 printout2 templates which are sent from the Setup l 1 1 oa ei Mo i ashe instrument to a connected peripheral Nee l i Printout 4 device a printer or a computer through vee t the RS 232 slot 06 Pr 1 stop i 1 07 Pr 2start 1 41 f i 08 24 2 aes l 1 A single STANDARD printout 09 Pr 3 start 1 ae es enabled in the 10 Pr 3 stop 1 procedures 11 Pr 4 start 1 41 si oe ee i a Four NON STANDARD 13 String 1 customized printout templates 1 i i i l 1 l 45 String 79 i 1 l 8 6 1 Standard printout template On pressing ENTER PRINT key the moisture analyzer sends through the RS 232 interface current display status mass of weighed load and variables declared in submenu P2 GLP Examples of standa
27. 24 hour 03 Time jkikkkkxixi function 04 Date lkxkikkxil function 05 Disp time b 1 on 06 Disp date l 1jon 8 3 1 Setting date format Press navigating arrow kev to enter submenu 01 Date format Select one of available values 1 Date format Month Dav Vear 2 Date format Day Month Year On selecting the appropriate value accept it by pressing ENTER key 29 8 3 2 Setting time format Press navigating arrow key to enter submenu 02 Time format Select one of available values 1 Time format 12 hours 2 Time format 24 hours On selecting the appropriate value accept it by pressing ENTER key 12 hour time format is differentiated by letters PM or AM visible on a printout 8 3 3 Setting time Press navigating arrow key to enter Hours gt 08 settings of parameter 03 Time 2 pba ie Set current time a nate ete Place the cursor next to a value or Minutes 47 to be changed i e Hour Minute Seconds 56 Second B Enter the value settings mode Q r l o Select a digit to be changed AES Select digit value Accept set value of time the last changed digit stops flashing Sete Are Use navigating arrow keys to set Hours 08 time Minutes 47 Seconds 56 Repeat the process for the following values minute second On setting the new values press ENTER key The moisture analyzer returns to submenu P3 Date Time The time value visible in the upper bar of the display is
28. 6 36 Text 27 c i ki i A F 37 Text 28 e Text string selection Enter group of parameters P6 Printouts MANZ Saupe P6 01 gt Printout No 0 standard 02 Header No 1 A printout 2 03 Line No 1 i printout 3 04 Footer No 1 printout 4 05 Pr 1 start 06 Pr 1 stop 07 Pr 2 start 08 Pr 2 stop 09 Pr 3 start 10 Pr 3stop 11 Pr 4 start 12 Pr 4stop 13 String 1 1 1 1 45 String 79 1 1 1 1 37 Place the cursor next to a selected text string from string 1 to string 80 od tekst 1 do tekst 80 Press navigting arrow key to enter parameter settings if the selected field was empty then the first available space for a character starts flashing If a text is inserted to a string then the first character of a line starts flashing Principles of inserting texts a Using keys on balance s overlay 1 f Toggling upwards through all available characters digits letters and signs bv one value Toggling downwards through all available characters digits letters and CI signs by one value Selecting a character for modification by moving the cursor to the RIGHT the following pressing of the the right arrow key causes activating a gt character for modification character is flickering if no character is Lu inserted then repeated pressing of this kev causes adding a space in the text ENT i Selecting a character for modification bv moving the cursor to the LEF
29. AM FROM THE LIBRARY OF DRYING PROGRAMS A moisture analyzer MAX series enables carrying out a drying process using programs saved in the library of drying programs This means of using the device considerably speeds up the preparation for a testing process as all the parameters on drying process of a material are already determined in the program i e the drying parameters are not set each time before starting a testing procedure of a material The user is able to quickly select a drying program for a substance to be tested from the library The program contains all drying parameters for the sample to be tested On changing the drying program the parameters for a drying process also change CAUTION In order to enable the libraries of drying programs in the user menu go to menu group P7 Other parameter P7 02 Library of drying programs and set it to value 1 i e enabled The means of enabling the parameter is described in details in point 8 of this user manual Procedure 19 03 03 b Ps Set program I Start asso 0 0005 fe 30s 0 a GQ ww Press Test Menu button Program ibrary BOD A rar eeina The software displays list of P03 Program 3 available drying programs P04 Program 4 P05 Program 5 P06 Program 6 v Use UP and DOWN navigating arrow kevs to set the cursor black triangle next to a drving program intended for testing a sample P02 Program 2 P03 Program3 PDA Program 4 P05
30. Moisture analyzer type Adjustment weight mass MAX 50g SS Enter group of parameters P1 Adjustment Servo a Gaarpalbi an function Set the marker next to a parameter 01 Os paama tr nmetlon External adjustment TE ms Press RIGHT ARROW KEY which displays Kia raj Chinin a command to unload the moisture ul aag an analyzer s pan the pan has to be empty After emptying the pan press ENTER key 19 _ The moisture analyzer gives a command on a External Calibration determining mass of an emptv pan followed etj RRIETARA by a command to place a 50 g weight standard on the pan a a l External Calibration Load weight 50 0 g Enter a After completing adjustment process the moisture analvzer returns to submenu P1 Adjustment b Press ESC for a few times until the display indicates below message rein died _ 2 Save setup Enter Esc c Depending on needs press ENTER or ESC key d The moisture analyzer returns to the main window weighing mode 8 1 2 User adjustment User adjustment should be carried out with a mass standard weight in accuracy class Fo savo Piet ext caliby nesaese naa Enter group of parameters P1 Adjustment araneo traren function Set the marker next to a parameter 02 User pa Temp calibr wheretee Function 05 Print report ton adjustment Press RIGHT ARROW KEY The moisture analyzer displays a command to enter mass User Calibration of an adjustm
31. T B another pressing of the left arrow kev causes a erasing a flickering character and causes flieckering of a character located on the left from the erased one o Accept an inserted character b Using computer keyboard PS 2 type Press F2 key to enter main menu of a balance Press F3 or use navigating arrows to place the cursor next to a group of parameters P6 Printouts and by pressing F2 key enter the submenu group Then using the navigating arrows place the cursor next to a desired parameter and press F2 key to activate text inserting procedure Use keyboard text keys to insert a text into the strings max 8 characters per one text string and accept it by pressing Enter key Repeat the process for the other text strings 8 6 4 Printout selection Enter menu group P6 Printouts Select one of available values for the parameter P6 01 Printout no 0 standard 1 printout 1 2 printout 2 38 3 printout 3 4 printout 4 On selecting an appropriate value accept it by pressing ENTER key 8 6 5 Enabling non standard printout templates Enabling a non standard printout template e g printout no 1 Enter group of parameters P6 Printouts In a parameter determining printout type 01 Printout no enter 1 printout 1 and in parameter 02 printout 1 start enter the text string of printout start Available values for start of a non standard printout from 1 to 80 After entering the number of a text string s
32. User Manual User manual no LMI 49 05 04 13 A MOISTURE ANALYZER MAX SERIES R JADW jA BALANCES AND SCALES RADWAG 26 600 Radom Bracka 28 POLAND Phone 48 0 48 38 48 800 fax 48 0 48 385 00 10 export radwag com www radwag com APRIL 2013 o TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICA DATA ii i A 6 BASIC INFORMATION cccscccsseecsseeeeeseeesenesesneeenseeeeeseeeseaeenseeeenseees 7 2 1 Interided US sc sieb sa sur ee i tt re 7 2 2 Inappropriate USE L 8 2 3 Principles of Safety USE nn 8 2 4 AEE A POTTE eee Sede VE EE 9 2 5 Monitoring metrological parameters of the instrument 9 2 6 Data included in this user manual en enn 9 2 7 Staff competence nanna 9 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE ss er rnnnnznnnnzznenznnnnnznnannnnnanmmn enza 10 3 1 Delivery check 10 3 2 PACKAGING i An a kt ta a A TES 10 UNPACKING ASSEMBLING AND STARTUP sssmsrsenenzznnnzznnenzan 10 4 1 Assembling and place Of USE nn nna 10 4 2 WN PACKING JA A E E eee 11 4 3 Level sating e pera aeaa a etek Cand ad tapp prt eee bance 12 4 4 Standard delivery components seen 12 4 5 CIS AING wi a til ata 12 4 6 Plugging tO maiS oeaan ra AS 12 4 7 Connecting peripheral equipment mnn 13 KEY BOAR Diites i etdecn tebe steteswchcotutesantestectcttee 13 MOISTURE ANALVZER S MENU 0ssennneznnnnzennnzenzanzznanzznnnnznnnnzna 14 MOVING THROUGH USER MENU sseensnn
33. a Aa EEEa 33 8 5 1 RS 232 parameter settings 33 8 6 ADLAIS E i EE a i a ET T T 34 8 6 1 Standard printout template ss 34 8 6 2 Non standard printout templates mn 35 8 6 3 Inserting text into Strings eeeeeeeeeenteeeeeenteeeeeene 35 8 6 4 Printout selection 000 eee nn 38 8 6 5 Enabling non standard printout templates 39 8 6 6 Non standard printout templates in drying mode 39 8 7 Moisture analyzer parameter settings ss 41 8 7 1 Entering menu group P7 Other 41 8 7 2 Parameter settings nn 41 9 DRYING PROCESS WITH USE OF SHORTENED MENU 44 9 1 Enabling shortened MENU nn 44 9 2 Means of setting drying parameters i seen 45 9 3 Means of drying process according to parameters set in the SHOMENS MOM issir jigi pa at a ap as 50 10 DRVING PROCESS WITH USE OF DRVING PROGRAM LIBRARV 54 10 1 Defining a drying procedure nn 54 10 2 Entering name of a drying program 55 10 3 Drying mode Selection cc nn 56 10 4 Drying temperature setting nn 57 10 5 Finish mode settings a 58 10 6 Setting the type of displayed and printed measurement result 58 10 7 Setting printout interval nn a 59 10 8 Setting size of a sample to be tested ss 59 10 9 Setting a corrective coefficient ccc se eenennennnnznnnnnenzzzni 60 10 10 Restore default setting sen 61 10 11 Printout of software settings
34. an from the drying chamber before its cleaning If the drying pan assembly is installed while cleaning it may damage instrument s measuring system thus remove it from the bracket 4 6 Plugging to mains A moisture analyzer can be plugged to mains only by means of original power cord which comes standard with the moisture analyzer Rated voltage specified on device s data plate must be compatible with mains rated voltage The power cord can be connected only to socket with ground contact Plug the power cord to the moisture analyzer The moisture analyzer s power plug is located at the back of instrument s housing On plugging to mains moisture analyzer s displays software s name and number after which the indication changes to 0 000 g in case of a moisture analyzer with measuring accuracy 1 mg or 0 0000 g in case of a moisture analyzer with measuring accuracy 0 1 mg In mass indication is other than zero press TARE key located on the overlay 9 4 7 Connecting peripheral equipment The moisture analyzer must be unplugged from the mains before connecting or disconnecting any peripheral equipment printer PC computer Use only peripheral equipment recommended by the manufacturer with your moisture analyzer These have been ideally coordinated to your moisture analyzer On connecting a peripheral device plug the moisture analyzer to mains KEYBOARD Max 509 d 01mg MAX 50 1 www radwag pl ESS EE v
35. and remove any loose movable parts weighing pan shields inserts Place moisture analyzer and its components in their original packaging and protect them against damage during transport UNPACKING ASSEMBLING AND STARTUP 4 1 Assembling and place of use A moisture analyzer should be stored and used in locations free of vibrations and shakes free of air movement and dust located at the max altitude of 2000 above sea level Moisture analyzer s place of use should ensure good air circulation around the instrument approximately 20 cm fee space around the moisture analyzer and 1 m free space over it Ambient air temperature in the weighing room should not exceed the range of 10 C 40 C Ambient relative humidity should not exceed 80 in the temperature up to 31 C and decrease linearly to 50 of relative humidity in temperature 40 C A moisture analyzer should be located on a stable wall console desk or a stable working table which is not affected by vibrations and distant from heat sources Take special safety measures when weighing magnetic objects as part of the moisture analyzer is a strong magnet 10 4 2 Unpacking Carefully remove the moisture analyzer from its packaging remove the plastic and foil transport protective elements Gently place the moisture analyzer in its intended place of use Assembly the components of drying chamber following guidelines from below figure Assembling moisture analyze
36. anzznnnnznnnzznnanzznnnnznnnnznn 15 7 1 Menu operation using moisture analyzer keyboard 15 7 2 Menu operation using external computer keyboard 18 IUSEREIMENU ii ini ii a a i a i ae el 19 8 1 Moisture analyzer adjustment sen enennnnnnn 19 BALL ACJUSIMENT Asta dtc 19 8 1 2 User adjustment seren nn 20 8 1 3 Drying chamber Temperature adjustment 21 8 1 4 Adjustment test eeeeceeeeeceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeenenees 24 8 1 5 Adjustment report printout ssa 24 8 1 65 Dying teSt z csiv sis sik ees ei et 25 8 2 Determining content of a printout for GLP procedures 27 82h USC siete etd catia a Gee ate 27 8 2 2 PrO OC cA unde a A hi ees 28 8 2 3 Parameters determining content of the GLP procedures 28 8 3 Date and time settingS seen nn 29 8 3 1 Setting date format 29 3 8 3 2 Setting time format sen 30 8 3 3 Setting time ssir in ad edd eeceshiciverewnivdyteetzees 30 8 3 4 Setting date sinsdien tara gt bee A aat Eaa aa Ea 31 8 3 5 Setting displaying criteria for date and time 31 8 4 Setting moisture analyzer operating parameters 31 8 4 1 Entering menu group P4 Readout 31 84 2 FINS setings eantas EAA 31 843 Autozero FUNCTION ariete nn 32 8 4 4 Previewing temperature value inside the drying chamber 32 8 5 RS 232 FUNCTIONS aaaea e a i aa aar
37. be selected according to previously conducted experiments and features of the tested substance After stabilization of the indication followed by appearing of a stability pictogram on the display close the moisture analyzer s lid The software automatically initiates drying of a tested sample Drying 09 28 30 The indications on the displav 0 00 01i 84c mr change and indicate data on conducted process The moisture analvzer automaticallv carries out the drving process with drving parameters as set in the drving criteria The instrument automaticallv conducts all needed mass measurement and calculating processes resulting from changes mass of the tested sample At the begining of the drving process the moisture analvzer sends via the RS 232 communication port a header in accordance with pre determined printout options see group of parameters P6 Printouts 0 00 Drying M 2B30 During the drying process the data 0 03 25 1120 c re visible on the display is updated and m indicate current measurement result 0 235 g KA i e test time temperature in the drving chamber etc Also during the drving process the moisture analvzer automaticallv sends data via the RS 232 communication port printed in the line in accordance with pre determined printout options see group of parameters P6 Printouts in pre set time intervals nising DISPLAY button on moisture analvzer s CI overlav enables switching bet
38. bing factor of measuring process for instance very slow placing of a load on the weighing pan e g load pouring Enabling and disabling AUTOZERO operation is carried out in parameter P4 02 8 4 4 Previewing temperature value inside the drying chamber yr Bae Set the cursot next to a parameter P4 03 v 02 Autozero Temperature ben 03 Temperatura 04 Negative l Press right arrow navigating kev which opens a window indicating temperature inside the drying Chamber tomoermChamber Return to the previous window by pressing Esc key k 8 5 RS 232 Functions Moisture analyzer MAX series enables determining communication parameters with a computer or a printer Enter menu group P5 RS 232 40 44 01 13 47 56 PS gt 01 gt Baud rate 02 Parity 03 Date bits 04 Stop bits 05 Handshake 06 Print on stab 3 9600 l 0 none I 118 bits i 0 1 bit l 0 none l 1 enabled 8 5 1 RS 232 parameter settings Use function keys to set required parameters values see point 7 of this user manual moving through user menu which determine correct cooperation between a moisture analyzer and a computer or a moisture analyzer and a printer Parameter Parameter value Parameter Parameter value number and number and name name 01 Baud rate 0 2400 05 Handshake 0 no 1 4800 1 RTS CTS 2 9600 2 XON XOFF 3 19200 02 Parity 0 no 06 Print stable 0 no 1 even
39. changed After setting the time to a needed value return to the weighing mode following procedure described in point 7 1 of this user manual 30 8 3 4 Setting date Press navigating arrow key to enter settings of parameter 04 Date aunt Setup ans pe Year p 2004 Month 01 Day 05 Following procedure described in point 8 3 3 set current date value After setting the date return to the weighing mode following procedure specified in point 7 1 ofthis user manual 8 3 5 Setting displaving criteria for date and time Moisture analvzer MAX series enables declaring whether date and time should be visible in the upper bar of the displav during instrument operation The displaving criteria are modifiable bv setting an appropriate value of the parameter The value is changed in accordance with specification given in point 7 1 of this user manual If the parameter value is set to 1 then date and time re visible in the upper bargraph of the displav 8 4 Setting moisture analvzer operating parameters Moisture analyzer MAX series enables adjusting its operation to current ambient conditions filter or user needs displav refreshment autozero last digit The parameters are grouped in menu lt P4 Readout gt 8 4 1 Entering menu group P4 Readout Enter menu group P4 Readout 10 11 01 Setup 43 47 56 P4 gt 01 gt Filter 3 normal 02 Autozero 1lon 03 Temperature funkction 04 Negative 0 disabled
40. control thermometer Press Print Enter kev to proceeed to the following step of drving chamber adjustment process The moisture analvzer switches on the halogen heating element and for the following 8 minutes it heats the drving chamber and simultaneousiv indicates on its displav the current temperature value After the 8 minute time interval the moisture analyzer s display indicates the flashing temperature value Enter the temperatrure value as indicated on the external control thermometer Press Print Enter key to proceeed to the 23 following step of drying chamber adjustment process The moisture analyzer continutes heating the drying chamber for another 8 minutes and simultaneously indicates on its display the current temperature value After the 8 minute time interval the moisture analyzer s display indicates the flashing temperature value Enter the temperatrure value as indicated on the external control thermometer After entering the temperature value finish the adjustment process by pressing Print Enter key After completing the process return to the main menu with procedure of saving changes 8 1 4 Adjustment test Adjustment test is a comparison of mass of an adjustment weight value with the value of current measurement result The process is aimed at checking the comparison results and it does not affect coefficients saved in software settings On previewing the test results press ESC key Carrying out ad
41. ct no temperature of the drying chamber etc v Texts inserted in moisture analyzer s user menu A custom non standard printout template can contain up to 640 characters inserted in 80 text strings 8 character each starting with parameter String 1 to String 80 A balance user can create up to 4 non standard printout templates 8 6 3 Inserting text into strings Variables in printouts 0 0 9 h Printout of a single character os A Ae east eid es N Current net mass in basic measuring l Deviation in last completed unit adjustment process d Current date 1 Code 1 t Current time 2 Code 2 i Balance factory no 3 Code 3 r_ Software no 4 Code 4 WP Project no 5 Code5 MU User no 6 JCode6 k Date and time of last completed adjustment process 35 Variables available in drying mode only C Drying chamber temperature C Drying time M Drying result humidity content S Start mass of a sample D Drying result dry mass WE End mass of a sample JR Drying result humid dry ratio p Parameters of an enabled drying mode XN Drying result current net mass in basic measuring unit Special signs for designing a non standard printout template Single sign c CRLF r CR in LF t Tabulator s Skip to the following text string 0 End of a printout template
42. e is used for quick identification of a drying procedure and it may contain name of the dried product The name can comprise of maximum 12 alphanumeric characters Specifying the name of the dried product considerably aids identifying and using the saved drying programs with respect to the material to be tested Means of entering product name Program irany Progam a PO1F Name b FLOUR 100 Profile Standard Dry temp 1120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Program brary P Progrim I PO1 gt Name b CORNFLOUR 100 Profile Standard Dry temp 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Software structure of the moisture analyzer MAX series enables modifying a parameter which is activated by placed a cursor black triangle next to its name value Pressing RIGHT arrow navigating key causes activating a field for editing the name The first character of the name starts flashing Use moisture analyzer s keyboard or an external computer keyboard PS 2 type to enter a new name of the drying program e g name of a material to be dried Entering a new character causes erasing the flashing character 55 drying program z After entering the new name accept it by pressing ENTER key The last entered character stops flashing After accepting the newly entered name go to setting another parameters of the 10 3 Drying mode selection The moisture analyzer MAX series enables selecting one of four available dryin
43. e the procedure of moisture content determination in a sample such as temperature time drying modes etc 2 2 Inappropriate use CAUTION Do not open the drying chamber during drying process Moisture analyzer features a halogen lamp which is a very powerful heat source Thus user should pay special attention no to touch those elements of a moisture analyzer that get hot while drying procedure i e disposable pan pan handle and inner shields of the drying chamber Remember that some of tested samples may become dangerous if heated appearance of poisoning vapours danger of ignition or explosion A moisture analyzer MAX series is not intended for dynamic weighing Even if small amounts of a sample are added to taken off the weighing pan the mass readout should be taken only on stabilization of measurement result appearance of stability pictogram i on the display Do not place any magnetic materials on the weighing pan as this can cause damage of the measuring system of the instrument Be sure to avoid impact shock and overloading the moisture analyzer in excess of the prescribed maximum measuring range max capacity minus any possible tare weight that has been applied Never use the moisture analyzer in an environment endangered by an explosion This moisture analyzer has not been adjusted for operation in explosive areas There must not be any modification made to the moisture analyzer 2 3 Principles of safety use
44. eeds permissible value Incorrect value 3 2 Impermissible parameter value Incorrect password 3 4 Overwriting error 4 1 Parity error 4 2 Frameerror 4 3 Errors relating to data transmission to a CTS transmission 44 computer or a printer connected to a suspended H moisture analvzer XOFF transmission 4 5 suspended Incorrect date 5 1 Error of date setting Time value exceeded 6 1 Timeout error for carrying out a given process e g zeroing CAUTION If the carried out activities related to dealing troubleshooting or maintenance are other than expected please immediately contact you locla RADWAG dealer or service point 83 18 MEMORY OF CARRIED OUT MEASUREMENTS A moisture analyzer MAX series enables storing Maximum 100 last carried out measurements that comprise the following set of data date time measurement time name drying mode drying temperature drying time start mass end mass final result The measurements are saved in a pile After saving over a 100 a measurement in a pile the record with no 101 is overwritten on the record no 99 and the whole list is moved upwards by one It causes deleting the measurement record in position 00 Means of entering the memory of measurements 49 09 03 Weighing by Ia Set program Start s 0 0005 When in main window press Display button on the moisture analyzer s overlay A window is opened containing lis
45. ement of relative humidity content of materials to be tested using a moisture analyzer MAX series is much shorter and simpler if compared to a traditional method weighing drying weighing calculating It is necessary to remember that it is a different measurement method this requires an individual selection of drying parameters to each dried substance such as e Drying temperature e Sample mass e Drying time In case of a series of measurements carried out in the same drying temperature it is recommended to reject the factor of the first completed measurement as the measurement result can be burdened with an additional error related to thermal stabilization of the drying chamber and the moisture analyzer The sample to be tested has to evenly spread on the whole surface of the drying pan Substances of coarse structure has to be disintegrated crushed or grind before measuring their humidity content In case of testing humidity content of substances that easily release water it is recommended to set short sampling time and for materials in which water is bound set the sampling time for longer but selected by carried out tests When testing relative humidity content of a sample that while drying forms an impermeable layer on its surface it is recommended to use indirect substances such as sand absorbent paper filters etc ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT OF ANALYTICAL BALANCES 1 Anti vibrating table 2 The
46. ent weight to its memory Eion ee al in the displayed mass value the first digit is flashing i e it can be modified B nse Sep CS Use navigating arrow keys to enter the new mass value of the external adjustment weight Accept entered mass of the adjustment weight Then the moisture analyzer PI User Calibration proceeds to the adjustment process and oa displays corresponding mesages on its display 20 JB un NDS The moisture analyzer gives a Usor Calibration command on determining mass of an AM ena emptv pan followed bv a command to place a weight with pre determined Enter On placing the weight on the pan accept the process by pressing Enter mass r kev Af leti l Usor Calibration ey After completing the user Weight measuring adjustment process the moisture analyzer returns to submenu P1 Adjustment As specified in the previous point return to the weighing mode It is recommended that the mass of an external adjustment weight is i approximately 3 4 of the maximum capacity of a balance moisture analyzer 8 1 3 Drying chamber Temperature adjustment Temperature adjustment of the drying chamber is carried out using a dedicated set available as additional equipment of the moisture analyzer 1 Thermometer 2 Thermometer holder with a shield Adjustment is a simple process aimed at adjusting the temperature sensor assembled in moisture analyzer s drying chamber Before carryi
47. esult is vastly conditioned by precise and considered sample preparation A sample used for analysis has to represent the total structure of tested material Sampling process should determine sampling means sample disintegrating particle size after disintegration sample uniformity and other The sampling process should be carried out as quickly as possible so that a sample does not loose or absorb humidity from surrounding area Applied sampling standards should match individual user needs and requirements of tested material its consistence and sample size Number of samples Increasing number of tested samples also increases statistic measurement certainty Number of samples depends on uniformity of tested material its purity accuracy of applied measuring method and anticipated accuracy of obtained results Material mechanical disintegrating for measurements Applied disintegrating method should be selected appropriately to tested material Substances that are hard and brittle crisp can be disintegrated by cutting Grinding such substances may cause their heating and thus humidity vaporization resulting in unreliable measurement results Unless a substance can be prepared for measurement otherwise than grinding any possible moisture content loss should be calculated Use of high silica sand Ensuring optimum substance drying requires that a sample has the largest possible surface for moisture content vaporization Test results of moi
48. exceeded A D Null 2 3 A D converter error A ji Maximum number of divisions from AID FUL at converter exceeded w u Permissible value of zeroing or tarring Tare Zero out of range os for a balance is exceeded Tare out of range 26 Permissible value of tarring for a balance is exceeded 82 The difference between initial zero value Result gt 10 Max 2 7 and the factory value is more than 10 from controlled after zero initiation The difference between the start mass mass of the drying pan and cross shaped pan holder and its value saved Result gt 4 Max 2 8 in the memory is greater than 4 on moisture analyzer start moisture analyzer started with a load on the drying pan The difference between mass of a Difference gt 1 Max 29 currently measured adjustment weight and mass saved in balance memory is greater than difference gt 1 Sample mass lt 20gm 2 10 Fa value of sample mass is below 20 Sample mass is below the value Sample mass out of 211 determined in the parameter Sample range i mandatory in the database of drying programs Value of a reference mass in Percent Ref lt 1000 Div 2 12 Setup mode in smaller than 1000 reading units The adjustment coefficient of the drying i of chamber differs from the factory Bp DE 2020 as adjustment coefficient by more than 20 Out of range 34 Parameter value exc
49. g modes Standard Quick Mild Step Each mode is combined with its corresponding parameters i e drying temperature and time interval needed to reach set drying temperature The selected drying mode should be adequate to the type of material to be tested Selecting a drying mode to a sample to be tested is specified further in this user manual Means of selecting a drying mode Test menu Program Ubriru b Program PO1F Name FLOUR 100 Profile P Standard Dry temp 1120 C Switch off Automatic 3 B Program liberty Program w Prafit PO1P Profile Dry temp i Standard 120 C H Program library Program gt Profile PO1P Profile b Standard Dry temp 120 C Program ibrary Program Prafit PO1P Profile P Rapid Drv temp 1120 C Go to user menu Use DOWN arrow navigating kev to place the cursor black triangle next to a parameter Profile Press RIGHT arrow navigating kev to go to the following window of drving mode selecting process Use moisture analyzer s keyboard or an external computer keyboard PS 2 type to select a drying mode to be used with the drying program After selecting needed drying mode set other parameters specific for a selected drying mode drying temperature and time intervals in which the drying temperature should be reached In case of the drying mode Standard set drying temperature Set drying temperature for drying mode Quick and the heat
50. heat radiation In such case the sample is heated by convection which is milder than radiation Substances containing sugar The surface of such substances often may caramelize during testing procedure Therefore it is recommended to use thin layer of a sample and moderate drying temperature Sample distribution on drying pan Loose materials Dried in their natural state i e in their natural form or disintegrated Sample disintegration causes smaller dispersion between the following measurements Sample mass should not be too high and the sample should be evenly spread on whole surface of CS the drying pan Sample distribution Correct Incorrect Liquid substances Semi fluid substances are dried in their natural form Large amount of grease fat occurring in some of substances make moisture content determination difficult In such case it is recommended to use additional components which increase sample s active surface MMA 1 Substanca and aid moisture content releasing process from a sample such components are high silica sand blotting paper or filter Before drving a tested Liquid 11 substance initially dry the additional component so a that its humidity is close to zero Year titttittt tt Solid objects Depending on solid object s structure dense or loose moisture content determining process may take short or long time oruewser The size of solid s surface determines the speed of
51. ibr 50 000 g group a report contains the following data Old 49999 g mass of an adjustment weight stored in Difference 0 001 g moisture analyzer memory from last a Userid OR ISLAB completed adjustment process described as SP ike nc Bn halite Curr mass of an adjustment weight 2 NAMB bb ce HU sks 2 determined in current adjustment process described as Adj or Cal and a deviation from adjustment process described as j Dev i e the difference between the two mass values 8 1 6 Drying test Parameter lt Drying test gt enables monitoring correctness of temperature indications as recorded by the moisture analyzer s internal thermometer The testing procedure is carried out using a dedicated set a thermometer with a holder that is available as additional equipment of a moisture analyzer MAX series It is the same set that is used for carrying out temperature adjustment process Means of assembling the set is described in the chapter on temperature adjustment of this user manual Enabling the testing procedure requires assembling the control set inside the moisture analyzer s drying chamber and entering a menu group lt Adjustment gt in instrument s parameters Start the process by following below specified instructions Remember to assembly the control thermometer set before starting the testing procedure and then close the drying chamber lid Sano aaa Enter menu gro
52. ing time in the temperature which exceeds the default value by 30 The heating time is calculated from the moment of reaching 56 the set temperature by the moisture analyzer Program library Program b Profile 1 PO1 gt Profile gt Gentie Ramp time 5min Dry temp 120 C Set drying temperature Teel for drying mode Mild and time in which the moisture 6 analvzer Kiis stern IMMA should reach the set temperature value Program library Program B Prolite In Step profile set the drying temperatures digg xa ARA i Soc for thresholds 1 and 2 and the drying Te LEPE ai arojn a temperature and their corresponding time Time 2 i 3 min intervals for each of the thresholds The Dry temp 120 C heating time in each of the thresholds is calculated from the moment of reaching a set temperature in each of the steps After setting the drying mode and the drying parameters go to programming of another software parameters 10 4 Drying temperature setting The drying temperature is a repetition of a parameter given in Drying mode settings Procedure DJ Go to software menu Use DOWN Program fbr b Program A j j o Tm mi FUDLR aoe navigating arrow key to place the cursor Profile Standard black triangle next to a parameter Drying Dry temp B 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 temperature Use function kevs on moisture analvzer kevboard or an external computer kevboard to set needed
53. int date measurement date or report date acquired from moisture analyzer s real time clock P2 05 print user user name as specified in parameter P2 01 User P2 06 print project project name as specified in parameter P2 02 Project P2 07 print ID moisture analyzer factory number given by the manufacturer P2 08 print adjustment data on last completed adjustment process including adjustment date and time adjustment type and deviation 28 Data to be printed must have an attribute set to 1 yes EXAMPLES OF PRINTOUTS FOR DIFFERENT GLP SETTINGS P2 03 print time 1 ves Date 16 01 2002 P2 04 print date 1 yes Time 13 12 30 P2 05 print user 1 yes User R Wilk P2 06 print project 1 yes Project Check P2 07 print ID 1 yes Balance 11111111 P2 08 print adjustment 1 yes Last adjustment 16 01 2002 13 02 External adjustment Dev 0 0001 g 130 0500 g P2 03 print time 0 no Date 16 01 2002 P2 04 print date 1 yes User R Wilk P2 05 print user 1 yes Balance 11111111 P2 06 print project 0 no 12 0085 g P2 07 print ID 1 ves P2 08 print adjustment 0 no 8 3 Date and time settings Group of parameters enabling setting date and time of the real time clock in moisture analvzer memorv and setting their displaving and printing format Enter menu group P3 Date Time ATOT Setup 33 47 56 P5 gt 01 gt Date format i 0 DA MO VR 02 Time format 0 1
54. is 230 VAC thus it is necessary to use the device in accordance with safety principles of low voltage instruments A symbol visible on instrument s top cover see below is a warning against its hot surface 2 1 Intended use A moisture analyzer MAX series is designed to determine relative moisture content in small samples of various substances determine dry mass content in small samples and determine mass of weighed objects MAX series ensures fast and precise determination process of water content in a tested sample and application of a graphic display considerably simplifies functioning operation and carrying out measurement processes Moisture analyzer MAX series can be used to determine humidity content of different materials At the initial stage of measurement the device precisely determines the mass of an object placed on instrument s weighing pan As mass reading is stabilized the sample is quickly heated by halogen lamps or IR emitters causing humidity evaporation from the tested sample While sampling the moisture analyzer is continuously checking the decline of mass and on calculation it displays current moisture content in a tested sample Compared to conventional methods of humidity content determination of various substances application of moisture analyzer MAX series considerably shortens measurement time and simplifies testing procedure The moisture analyzer allows for setting multiple parameters which influenc
55. justment test Go to submenu P1 Adjustment Set the marker next to the Adjustment test function Press RIGHT ARROW navigating key The moisture analyzer automatically carries out the test process Factory adjustment name of last carried out adjustment process Adj Cal value of a load currently placed on moisture analyzer s pan Curr mass value of an adjustment weight saved in moisture analyzers memory Dev calculated difference between the above two values e Return to the weighing mode as specified in point 6 of this user manual QLOOw 8 1 5 Adjustment report printout On completing each of adjustment processes the moisture analvzer enables generating a report from adjustment process The report can be printed on a connected printer and sent to a computer and saved in a form of file for future records P1 05 Report printout 1 VES report is printed P1 05 Report printout 0 NO report is not printed Remember that on enabling report printout set to 1 the report is generated and sent automaticallv 24 An example of a printout of a report from adjustment process The printout content depends on parameters set in group P2 GLP see point 44 External calibration report 7 8 2 of this user manual Variables that are Date 09 01 2004 printed have an attribute set to 1 ves Time 12 24 10 i i Balance id 112254 i Apart from the content set in this menu Cal
56. m the socket located at the back side of instrument s housing Tabular fuse ZKT 3 15A T4L 250V protects moisture analyzer s electric circuits Fuse replacement procedure 1 Unscrew the fuse base from its mounting 2 Take the fuse s out of the fuse base 3 Replace the fuse s with new one s 4 Assembly the fuse base featuring new fuses into the mounting 80 17 4 Troubleshooting Problem no reaction to pressing main switch on off key display remains dark Probable cause No voltage in mains Damaged power cord Damaged fuse of the moisture analyzer Moisture analyzer defect Problem too long pending time for drying process finish Probable cause Selected finish mode of drying process is incorrect Carry out experimental tests to select a proper means of finish mode Problem measurements are not repeatable Probable cause non uniform sample content Prepare the sample from larger amount of substance the drying time is too short Change testing process finish mode criteria drying temperature is too high causing sample s oxidizing Lower drying temperature tested sample boils Lower the drying temperature the temperature sensor is contaminated or defected Clean the temperature sensor the workbench on which the moisture analyzer is located is unstable Change the location of instrument s operation the ambient area is incompatible with the
57. moisture analyzer against making changes in its settings 02 Database of drying programs Enabling disabling accessibility of the database of drying programs 03 Beep sound Determines whether each pressing of a key button on balance overlay is confirmed by a beep sound available settings YES NO 04 Language Selecting language version of software menu available settings Polish or English 05 Display backlight Determines whether the backlight of the balance s graphic display should be enabled or disabled enabling the backlight option improves data visibility on the display 41 06 Screen brightness Enables changing the brightness of the balance s graphic display entering the function opens a window for setting brightness level using buttons on the balance s overlay 07 Screen contrast Enables changing the contrast of the balance s graphic display entering the function opens a window for setting contrast level using buttons on the balance s overlay 08 Balance no This function serves for information purpose only and it enables previewing factory number of a balance 09 Software no Enables previewing number of software revision operating in a balance 10 Parameter printout Enabling this function causes printing balance parameters set in the user menu The user specifies numbers of parameters that should be printed feo CI Dente Balun TAT l After entering the parameter printout 2 ri ida option a
58. ng out the i temperature adjustment process install the adjustment set inside the drying chamber following below figures Step 1 Remove from the drying chamber the following e Disposable pan e Pan holder e Pan bracket e Chamber cover Step 2 Place in the drying chamber the components of the temperature adjustment set e Drying chamber shield with assembled control thermometer 99 Step 3 After assembling the adjustment set close drying chamber s lid and start the temperature adjustment process CAUTION remember to carry out all the processes with great care not to damage the mass measuring mechanism of a moisture analyzer JjG MOT Soop EAT SO Setup PIEDI Ext calibr trates function 02 User calibr itiititkx function 02 Calibr test ite function Dar Temp calibr Makwksa Function 05 Print report ion B Factory Calibration T point 07 59 Factory Calibration T 4 Set tomp value PC 25 Kalibracja temperaturv Ustaw warto temp C 90 Ei E Kallitora ja 4 2 4 Factory Calitratian T 4 Set tomp value PC 130 Enter menu group P1 Adjustment Set the marker next to a parameter 04 Temperature adjustment Press RIGHT ARROW navigating kev The moisture analvzer previews current temperature value After 8 minutes the displav indicates flashing temperature value Enter the temperatrure value as indicated on the external
59. nless the mass of a sample to be tested complies with the parameter settings 10 9 Setting a corrective coefficient Coefficient correcting drving temperature Materials of dark colours are affected by the phenomenon of heat absorption In such case the tested sample can be overheated i e when drving a dark coloured sample in a temperature 120 C the sample may absorb heat and heat up to approximately 135 C Therefore it is necessary to determine the coefficient correcting the drying temperature The process requires using a control thermometer with a probe available as accessories for the moisture analyzer Means of determining the corrective coefficient 1 2 3 4 Program all parameters of a drving process Spread evenly a sample to be tested on the drying pan and start drying process On completion of the drying process note down the drying time Prepare another sample of the same material and spread it evenly on the drying pan Prepare a thicker layer of the sample to be tested Insert the probe of the control thermometer into the tested sample press ON OFF button on the control thermometer Start drying process Monitor the temperature values displayed on the moisture analzyer and the control thermometer After the time value specified for the first tested sample check both of the temperature values Calculate the corrective coefficient using an equation T measured T set Procedure Lt Program libma
60. o to software menu Use DOWN PO1 gt Name FLOUR 100 l Profile Standard navigating arrow key to place the cursor Dry t b 120 C i any annit Automatic 3 black triangle next to a parameter Result b Moisture content M Result Print int 30s Target None If option Chart is enabled then the printed result is M 58 10 7 Setting printout interval This parameter determines the interval of sending a measurement result on humidity content of a tested sample Procedure Programa Nittany gt Pogra PO1b Name FLOUR 100 Profile Standard Dry temp 1120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result gt Moisture content AM Print int 30s Target None Go to software menu Use DOWN navigating arrow key to place the cursor black triangle next to a parameter Printout interval If option Chart is enabled then the printed result is M 10 8 Setting size of a sample to be tested The parameter determines the need to use a sample of specific mass The user can select one of three available options None Obligatory Optional Procedure Program llirarv Program i PO1b Name FLOUR 100 Profile Standard Dry temp 1120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content AM Print Int 30s Target b None PO1 gt Target bi None l l i je library Program Targat H Go to software menu Use DOWN navigating arrow kev to place the cursor black triangle next to a
61. oad moisture analyzer memory with data on testing procedures to be carried out Means of setting data in the drying procedures Set program Start Progranilbrary Press TEST MENU key which fy omen ponta pana ponn opens a window with list saved P02 IProgram 2 drying procedures saved in the MAX P03 Program 3 memory POS Program 5 CAUTION PO6 Program 6 Entrv POO previews the last used drying program or a drying program selected for drying A y Press UP or DOWN navigating arrow keys to set the cursor next to a drying program entry to be filled 54 Program library Poo 4 becdenseasabrscraasoeccnnreceassssccores P01 gt Program 1 P02 Program 2 P03 Program 3 P04 Program 4 P05 Program 5 PO6 Program 6 Program library Program P01 gt Name b Program 1 Profile Standard Dry temp 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content M Print int 30s Target None T coeficient 0 00 Default Print Following the means of moving in the with data Press RIGHT arrow navigating key to open an entry with data on drying program The opened window contains data saved in the selected drying program user menu and carrying out changes set required parameters for a drying program The parameters need to be set in a way to ensure correct performance of the drying process and obtaining of the measurement results 10 2 Entering name of a drying program Program nam
62. r components i disposable pan pan bracket Assembly insert of the drying chamber s basis Assembly drying chamber cover Assembly drying pan handle pan handle chamber cover chamber basis Assembly drying pan bracket Assembly the disposable drying Soe pan AW When assembling the pan supporter bracket pav special attention to the correct positioning of its mandrel The mandrel features a cut for its unique positioning against the pan handle thus preventing their contact and friction Setting pan s bracket On assembling the pan bracket onto the W mandrel turn the bracket slightly so that the N cut on the mandrels are located in their Yr unique and correct position fil When turning the mandrel use most gentle f movements not to damage moisture analyzer s measuring system Mie 4 3 Level setting Before plugging to mains level the moisture analyzer using adjustable feet Turn the feet in a way that the air bubble of OK the level is located centrally 4 4 Standard delivery components A moisture analyzer MAX series Insert of drying chamber basis Drying chamber shield Drying pan handle Drying pan bracket Disposable pan Power cord User manual 4 5 Cleaning Remember to unplug the moisture analyzer from mains before any cleaning activities Clean the moisture analyzer using a damp cloth by gentle rubbing contaminated places Remember to remove the drying p
63. rator determines the limit value for loss of mass and time in which the loss of mass must not exceed a pre set value As the moisture analyzer reaches the set criterion it automatically finishes the measurement drying process Manual finish mode An operator ends drying process manually by pressing START STOP button on moisture analyzer s display Time defined finish mode Drying process finish takes place on elapsing a set amount of time independently on measurement result 72 13 6 Drying mode analysis In the first case the drying mode is an asymptote The humidity content in a sample reaches a constant and it does not change after long drying time Using this drying mode enables easy obtaining of repeatable humidity content in a tested sample The measurement result refers specifically to the constant asymptote value It easily corresponds and it is simple to determine appropriate finish mode criterion The other type of drying mode in its initial stage is carried out rapidly and later on it slows down Humidity content never reaches a constant value The drying mode in this case may form in the following way The sample demonstrates thermal decomposition The decomposing is sample product evaporation and the sample losses weight The fat oil plastics and other volatile ingredients may cause slower evaporation process than in case of water The ingredients that evaporate hard cause decreasing of sample mass The measurement
64. rd printout templates in weighing mode 62 690 g Date 22 10 2001 Date 22 10 2001 Hour 13 04 23 Hour 13 16 49 User Wilk User Wilk Project XW 456 l e i Balance 10 62 690 g 62 685 g A question mark preceding the mass value means that the mass readout was unstable at the moment of printout release A printout can be divided into three sections e Header containing data on selected drying mode and start mass of a sample to be dried Line containing partial drying time and humidity content result e Footer containing end mass total drying time and final drying result 34 8 6 2 Non standard printout templates Principles of creating non standard printout templates dl Moisture analyzer MAX series enables creating up to 4 custom printout templates 2 each template must have the string of text start and end specified e g Printout no 1 Start 1 and Printout no 1 Stop 40 In this case the Printout no 1 contains text strings from 1 to 40 3 Next insert the texts into the specified text strings i e 1 40 It is recommended to use an external computer keyboard connected to moisture analyzer s port This means of text input is much simpler and quicker 4 Non standard printout templates may overlap each other i e Printout 1 Start 1 Printout 1 Stop 40 Printout 2 Start 20 Printout 2 Stop 40 A non standard printout can contain v Variables dependent on user needs mass date proje
65. requirements vibrations drafts etc Change the ambient conditions for compatible ones according to the guidelines of this user manual 81 17 5 Error messages Detecting of an error is signaled by the moisture analyzer by displaying a message corresponding to the error The message contains number of the error and a short description informing on the possible causes of error occurrence List of error messages in a moisture analyzer Error message Error Error description no Control sum error 1 1 Error related to data transmission A D error 1 2 Converter error The value of A D divisions of actuator 5 thermometer 0 temperature sensor AD TeL error defected return to weighing mode by pressing ESC key The value of A D divisions of actuator thermometer 1024 temperature sensor ADT CEMEIOE 1 3 defected return to weighing mode by pressing ESC key The value of A D divisions of the thermometer in the weighing chamber 0 temperature sensor defected heating AD ThLerror is of weighing chamber shall not start return to weighing mode by pressing ESC key The value of A D divisions of the thermometer in the weighing chamber 1024 temperature sensor defected AD iitiettok a heating of weighing chamber shall not start return to weighing mode by pressing ESC key Range exceeded 24 Maximum measuring range of a balance exceeded Range exceeded 22 Maximum measuring range of a balance
66. result using this drying mode can be optimistic e Decreasing temperature may slow down ingredients reaction e Selecting an appropriate finish mode criterion may enable detecting an end of the analysis in the described drying point e Selecting a constant drying process often ensures very good results Permanent maintaining initial mass of a sample to be tested 10 20 73 14 COOPERATION WITH A PRINTER OR A COMPUTER or computer a signal corresponding to current mass indication display status with enabled measuring unit The default baud rate setting of a balance is 9600 bit sec If a peripheral device a printer or a computer requires other baud rate settings then it needs to be changed in the moisture analyzer s menu see point 13 of this user manual Each pressing of lt PRINT gt key causes sending to a connected printer 14 1 Connecting cables A balance slot DB 9 F a KAFKA printer slot WM 560 3 TxD 1 RxD 5 GND 3 GND 7 8 shorted A balance slot DB 9 F a computer slot DB 9 F if handshake is disabled 2 RxD 3 TxD 3 TxD 2 RxD 5 GND 5 GND 4 6 shorted 4 6 shorted 7 8 shorted 7 8 shorted A balance slot DB 9 F a computer slot DB 9 F if handshake is enabled 2 RxD 3 TxD 3 TxD 2 RxD 4 DTR 4 5 GND 5 GND 6 Tara 6 7 RTS 7 CTS 8 CTS 8 RTS 9 Print 9 A balance slot DB 9 F a computer slot DB 25 F
67. rmal printer KAFKA 5 External PC keyboard type PS 2 71 17 MOISTURE ANALYZER MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES This section of the user manual describes procedures of maintaining a moisture analyzer MAX series in good condition and means of replacing faulty components filaments fuses 17 1 Cleaning moisture analyzer components In order to ensure required measuring accuracy the moisture analyzer has to be used and stored in clean conditions While cleaning the moisture analyzer precautions provided in this section of the user manual must be obeyed activities of moisture analyzer s inner parts including a fuse of a filament switch off the moisture analyzer and make sure the power cord of the moisture analyzer is unplugged from mains REMEMBER before initiating anv maintenance or cleaning Open moisture analyzer s lid and take out all components of the drying chamber disposable pan pan bracket cross shaped pan handle drving chamber s cover insert of the drying chamber s basis Clean the moisture analvzer using soft fabrics diaper chamois etc and non aggressive cleaning agents i disposable pan k Aar A pan bracket H u s KA pan handle s ee chamber cover te a eS chamber basis Ee gt Z ks o gt eae co N A fa si ANS EL s Do not use any abrasive agents or solvents to clean the moisture analyzer as it may cause damage to the device and its components 78
68. rmometer set assembled inside the drying chamber Use the navigating keys to enter the temperature value from the control thermometer and press ENTER button to accept it _ Then the display opens a mssage box with the temperture error of the drying chamber as recorded by the control thermometer set 26 17 04 2013 15 03 42 Balance ld 01 Number of calibration kit 0 Temperature setpoint 120 The final temperature 120 The temperature measured 119 Permissible error 3 Status OK The test result can be printed on a printer connected to a moisture analvzer bv pressing PRINT button An example of a report from drving chamber test is presented in the table on the left Return to the main menu bv pressing Esc button for a number of times 8 2 Determining content of a printout for GLP procedures This group of parameters enables determining name of a user and project and declaring other data to be printed in reports and standard printouts All data can be easily inserted using either moisture analyzers keyboard or an external computer keyboard PS 2 type connected to balance s port It is recommended to use an external computer keyboard PS 2 type as it is a much faster and easier means of entering text 8 2 1 User Enter menu group P2 GLP Tano Setup 13 6750 PSPO1 gt User Wilk 02 Project 03 Time print l 04 Date print I 05 User print 06 Projectprint 1 07 Id print H 08 Lastcalprint Enter
69. rv Program PO1 gt Name Program 1 Profile Standard Dry temp 1120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content AM Print int 130s Target None T coeficient gt 0 00 Default Print Go to software menu Use DOWN navigating arrow key to place the cursor black triangle next to a parameter Corrective Coefficient Use function keys on moisture analyzer keyboard or an external computer keyboard to set needed coefficient value Set the coefficient value in accordance with above specified means of moving in the user menu 10 10 Restore default setting The parameter enables restoring the default software settings as determined by the software designer Procedure EZ Program Miray b Program z PO1 gt Name i Program 1 Profile Standard Dry temp 120 C Switch off Automatic 3 Result i Moisture content iM Print int 7 30s Target None T coeficient 1 0 00 Default Li Print l Program library 2 b Program Set defaults Go to software menu Use DOWN navigating arrow key to place the cursor black triangle next to a parameter Default Press RIGHT arrow navigating key to display a message for accepting the restoration of default settings Press ENTER key to restore default value of all parameters in a moisture analyzer as programmed by the software designer 61 software moves back to the previous fol On restoring the default parameters
70. rying process Time interval of decreasing the drying temperature from 250 C to 160 C is 20 minutes In case of drying mode Quick the maximum drying temperature is exceeded by 30 but its value is not higher than the temperature value set in instrument s factory menu In case of drying mode Step the maximum time interval of maintaining a set temperature value in each step is limited to 20 minutes User manual no LMI 49 05 04 13 A 85 MANUFACTURER OF ELECTRONIC WEIGHING INSTRUMENTS A R A D W O RADWAG WAGI ELEKTRONICZNE 26 600 Radom Bracka Street 28 Poland Phone 48 48 38 48 800 fax 48 48 385 00 10 export radwag com www radwag com K fiv ISO 9001 2008
71. s indication navigating arrows Moving the cursor up Exiting one level back in menu structure Entering the settings of a selected parameter jki EB Moving the cursor down kevs ENTER PRINT and ESC Accepting entered value of a parameter b L A f Abandoning and exiting a function parameter without j changes Esc j 18 8 USER MENU User menu is accessible on pressing SETUP key on moisture analyzer s overlay The user enables moisture analyzer adjustment setting transmission parameters setting time and date and their format and also other user parameters This section of the user manual presents software possibilities of the moisture analyzer and means of changing the parameter settings 8 1 Moisture analyzer adjustment 8 1 1 Adjustment Should a moisture analyzer MAX series be used as a laboratory balance then before carrying out the measurements it has to be adjusted suing and external mass standard weight Adjustment is a set of processes determining relation between the value indicated by a moisture analyzer balance and mass of a weighed standard adjustment weight The process enables correcting the indication if necessary Adjustment process on a moisture analyzer MAX series should be carried out with use of a mass standard adjustment weight class F2 The weight is an additional equipment of the moisture analyzer
72. s to setting the basic drying parameters 9 2 Means of setting drying parameters Press Test Menu key which opens a DJ window with the first step of the drving parameters of the shortened menu Profile s B Fuqi eepal egl Press right arrow navigating key to enable selection of a drying profile name of a drying mode is previewed above the mode s graphic presentation The pictogram denoting drying mode selection menu is flashing in the upper left corner of the display 45 Press UP or DOWN navigating arrow a Lv keys to select one of available drying modes Standard Quick Mild or Step Li 5 min T 120 C If selected drving mode is QUICK then set the drving temperature and heating time in temperature exceeded by 30 than the actual drving temperature The heating time is calculated from the moment of reaching the set temperature bv the moisture analvzer If selected drving mode is STEP then set the drving temperatures for thresholds 1 and 2 and the drving temperature and their corresponding time intervals for each of the thresholds The heating time in each of the thresholds is calculated from the moment of reaching a set temperature in each of the steps On selecting appropriate drving mode press the right arrow navigating kev to go to the following step of drving mode parameters Pressing the arrow kev causes appearing of a cursor black triangle next to the
73. sture analyzer s menu by means of three options 1 moisture analyzer s keyboard 2 external computer keyboard type PS connected to moisture analvzer s port 3 using commands sent from a computer connected to moisture analyzers RS232 interface 7 1 Menu operation using moisture analyzer keyboard Entering option of selecting a drying mode Press Test Menu key to open a list mi with drving programs saved in Ca l moisture analyzer s memory The SA f library can contain up to 100 drying programs Each of drying programs is optionally configurable and available for multiple times during operation of the moisture analyzer 15 Program library P01 Flour 100 i i i b P02 iProgram 2 Exit menu without saving changes P03 Program 3 Press Esc key P04 Program 4 POS jProgram 5 PO6 iProgram 6 Entering moisture analyzer s main pose d menu sk Press Setup key to get access to user menu and its parameters 10 10 03 Setup AMITA P1 Calibration P2 GLP i i i z P3 Date Time Exit menu without saving changes P4 Readout Press Esc key for two times P5 RS 232 P6 Printouts P7 Globals Selecting a desired option in the with black coloured arrows on moisture analyzer s overlay to move the cursor black triangle up or down in menu structure and set it against a desired menu option menu a Press one of navigating keys marked 2 10 41 01 13 47 56 P1 gt 01 Ext calibr ek function 02pUser calibr
74. sture content in substance which surface has a form of a shell e g glucose syrup or doughy e g butter can be much more reliable if a sample is mixed with a dried high silica sand improvement of measurement accuracy and repeatability When testing a substance by mixing it with high silica sand it is recommended to use a disposable drying pan with higher edges due to larger volume of a sample to be tested Grease in a form of paste or melting substances Such substance requires testing with use of a filter made of glass fiber which considerably increases active evaporation surface by separating the substance between the fiber Initial filter drying is necessary only in case of measurements which require very high accuracy 68 Liquid substances It refers to liquid substances which by creation of drops on their surface caused by surface tension may render difficulties in drying process In such cases it is proved to use a glass fiber filter to shorten measurement time The filter causes separating tested liquid around the fibers and increasing active evaporating surface Initial filter drying is necessary only in case of measurements which require very high accuracy Substances with structure of leather or temperature sensitive In case of such substances it is proved to a glass fibre filter While testing a substance is placed on a drying pan and sample surface is covered with a filter which protects the sample from direct
75. t of stored measurement records Rahs OO l 28 06 05 10 19 26 01 28 06 05 11 15 30 02 29 06 05 09 45 30 Tea 03 129 06 05 09 56 45 Taa The data is ordered according to its performance schedule If a measurement was carried out using the Mode from Database then next to the measurement date and time the record displays mode name in order to print data place the cursor black triangle next to a needed record and press Setup key Results 00 28 06 05 10 19 26 OTP 28 06 05 11 15 30 02 29 06 05 09 45 30 Tea 03 129 06 05 09 56 45 Taa The detailed data on a measurement is displayed data order as on a printout Results 02 gt Name Tea Profile j Standard Dry temp 1 160 C Total time 1 0 43 20 Start weight 5 6783 g Final weight 15 3218 g Final result l 5 264M In order to print data press PRINT kev The set of data is sent via RS 232 interface to a connected printer computer 84 19 MEANS OF USING A MOISTURE ANALYZER FOR DRYING IN TEMPERATURE OVER 160 C In case of drying a sample in a temperature ranging between 161 C 250 C the maximum time of maintaining the temperature is determined proportionally from the range 1 hour for 161 C 20 minutes for 250 C When drying a sample in temperature 250 C the maximum temperature value is maintained by the instrument for 20 minutes and then the software decreases the temperature value to 160 C without stopping the d
76. tarting a printout set number of a text string finishing the non standard printout template Enter parameter settings 03 printout 1 stop and enter the text string of printout stop end Available values for start of a non standard printout from 1 to 80 After accepting the selected parameters and returning to a weighing mode with procedure of saving changes each pressing of PRINT key causes printing of a declared non standard printout template 8 6 6 Non standard printout templates in drying mode The process of designing non standard printout templates for drying mode is the same as in case of weighing mode The only feature of the printout template in dying mode differentiating it from the printout in weighing mode is the need to determine thee sections of a printout template see standard printout in drying mode Header Line and Footer An example of determining a printout template for a drying mode Header Printout 2 Line Printout 3 Footer Printout 4 jim1na Setun Aea P6PO1FPrintoutNo 0 standard 02 Header No i 2 i printout 2 03 Line No l 31 printout 3 04 Footer No l 4 printout 4 05 Pr 1 start l 1 06 Pr 1 stop 4 1 07 Pr 2 start 1 101 08 Pr 2stop 20 09 Pr3start 211 10 Pr 3 stop 1 22 11 Pr 4 start i 2 3 12 Pr 4stop 1 351 39 Printout 2 Printout 3 String 10 Drying sl 33 String 21 1 C M c NI 23 String 11 tart cDa 34 String 22 PVC B t 24 String 12 Ite d
77. temperature value Set the temperature value in accordance with above specified means of moving in the user menu 57 After setting and saving the new temperature value it is also set to a drying mode 10 5 Finish mode settings Finishing of a drying mode can be carried out as Automatic 1 change ratio 1mg 10s Automatic 2 change ratio 1mg 25s Automatic 3 change ratio 1mg 60s Automatic 4 change ratio 1mg 90s Automatic 5 change ratio 1mg 120s Time defined max time value 99h 59min Manual on pressing a button Custom a user should specify change in mass Am 0 1 9 9mg over time At max 2 55sec Custom 2 a user should specify change of humidity value A M over time 60s Test intended to select the finish mode criterion for a tested sample Procedure DJ tammetti s Go to menu Use DOWN navigating arrow PO1 gt Name FLOUR 100 key to place the cursor black triangle Dry fon Ye mae a next to a parameter Finish mode Switch off bl Automatic 3 The criteria on available settings are described in point ref to shortened drying menu see point 9 2 10 6 Setting the type of displayed and printed measurement result Depending on user needs the moisture analyzer MAX series enables setting the type of displayed and printed result of a drying process The user can select between four available settings M D R g Procedure v Program iiktary B Program i G
78. to parameters set in the shortened menu 1909 03 Weighing 09 28 30 The left side of the display l 3Ky Set program eared presents selected pictograms with bi ae A 0 000 g A set criteria of the drying process l a In order to start the drying process press Start Stop button The software will display the Start following commands aiding st moisture analvzer operation Follow the commands to ensure correct sample preparation and carrying out of the humidity content determining process of a sample to be tested Preparing b 0 The software displays a command Lc aay AES Be ca e ae to prepare moisture analvzer s A S D 0 000 g ening pan 50 Place the disposable drying pan in its intended holder and place the assembly on the cross shaped support support The display indicates mass of a fitted drying pan In order to ensure stable measurement conditions it is recommended to close the moisture analyzer s lid before tarring mass of the drying pan 1 by I al Set the pan Tare b sui 2 6479 Press ZERO TARE button to tare mass of the drying pan to moisture analyzer memory Mass indication on the display returns to ZERO and the following command appears 4909 03 Preparing 3K Prepare the sample Close s 0 0005 51 Prepare the sample Close Ss 5 041 s 52 Place a sample to be tested on the drying pan Mass of a sample should
79. up P1 Adjustment ea arene tes tun Set the marker next to a parameter 06 Drying test y SM fia l I Fae Dr cm ta Press RIGHT ARROW navigating key The eds Jeet the dryioa hamvor moisture analyzer opens a window for entering the temperature value for carrving e out the drving test Use the navigsting kevs 3 to enter the desired temperature value and press ENTER button to accept 25 Drying cheno se Dying cam ise Drying channe tats ok Deven chemin tee The moisture analyzer displays another gt message for entering the permissible temperature error that is acceptable by an operator Use the navigating keys to enter the desired error size and press ENTER button to accept The moisture analyzer displays another message for entering the factory number of the adjustment set used for carrying out the test Use the navigating keys to enter the factory number data and press ENTER button to accept After accepting the factory number of the adjustment set the software automatically starts heating the drying chamber until reaching a pre defined temperature value The moisture analyzer s display indicates data on tim and temperature of the drying chamber sensor The temperature is maintained for 8 minutes as in case of temperature adjustment After this time interval a message box is opened on moisture analyzer s display for entering the temperature value as recorded by the control the
80. urement results are always subject to uncertainty related to a sample and repeatability of used moisture analyzer In practice it means that obtained measurement result may exceed repeatability values provided above 13 3 Drying temperature Drying temperature has the largest impact on drying time Temperature value depends on type of dried substance Too low drying temperature causes too low moisture content evaporation under dried sample and consequently unnecessary extending of measurement 70 time Too high drying temperature causes burning of dried sample sample overheating chemical decomposition Drying temperature of traditional method using a furnace is specified in applicable industry or company standards Unless standards apply then temperature should be adjusted by tests On selecting the value of drying temperature use the following procedure Determine moisture content in a sample e Determine temperature of substance chemical decomposition by tests e Compare result obtained on a moisture analyzer with the one of traditional method When drying a sample with high humidity content it is possible to shorten measurement time by selecting Step or Quick drying mode In such case the majority of moisture content is released when drying temperature higher than set Only after some time the temperature is lowered to the set value and maintained until completing drying process Long Short 13 4
81. us version The parameter enables functioning of a moisture analvzer as it would be if previous software version was running i e after setting the parameter value to lt YES gt the moisture analyzer operates the drying process and the drying temperature range similarly to the one specific for the previous software version in comparable temperature conditions The parameter enables using the drying process settings specific for the previous version of this type of moisture analyzers if such are in use of an organization The parameter of a new moisture analyzer allows an operator to use already determined and verified drying procedures for materials to be tested as implemented in older devices of the same type 43 9 DRYING PROCESS WITH USE OF SHORTENED MENU This section of the user manual presents the means of carrying a moisture content determining process using the shortened procedures Menu of drying mode enables setting the following parameters Drying mode with its profile temperature time Means of drying process finish mode Type of displayed measurement result Frequency of printing data from a drying process 9 1 Enabling shortened menu In order to start drying process with use of shortened menu disable access to libraries of drying programs go to menu group P7 Other parameter P7 02 Database of drying programs and set it to 0 disabled Database of drying programs disabling procedure B 10 1
82. user name Using moisture analvzer s kevboard Press navigating arrow to enter the settings of parameter 01 User where a name or a number of a user operating the moisture analvzer is entered The name number can include letters and or numbers maximum 8 characters Use navigating arrow keys All letters and numbers are displayed in sequence and in a SIT Iwx 235 i I 01 off 0 off 0 off 0 off Olot 0 off closed circuit Select a neede character Next move the cursor to the right and enter the following character On entering all of the characters press ENTER key Using external computer keyboard PS 2 type Press F2 key to enter the main menu press F3 key or use navigating arrows to set the marker next to a parameter 01 User and press F2 key to enter parameter settings flashing first character of an existing number or flashing cursor if not number is specified Use computer keyboard to enter a new User name and accept it by pressing Enter key Use Esc and Enter keys to return to weighing mode 8 2 2 Project Name of a project can contain maximum 8 alphanumeric characters The project name is set as in the case of user namespecified above see point 8 2 1 above 8 2 3 Parameters determining content of the GLP procedures A standard printout template can comprise the following parameters to be printed P2 03 print time measurement time or report time acquired from moisture analyzer s real time clock P2 04 pr
83. vie drying temperature Step mode is recommended for him drying substances with moisture content over 15 Temperature and heating time in each step have to be adjusted by tests Ambient temp Start Time 13 5 Selecting drying time Drying time is set by selecting one of available finish mode criteria This means that a moisture analyzer must meet pre set criterion requirement mass over time time to automatically finish the drying mode Finish of drying process can occur on elapsing defined amount of time independently on loss in mass This criterion is used for substances that may decompose during drying process and their mass does not reach constant value The second criterion is loss in mass less than 1 mg in defined amount of time Automatic finish mode Auto switch off mode The moisture analyzer MAX series enables selecting between various types of finish Automatic 1 Automatic 2 change 1mg 10s change 1mg 25s Automatic 3 change 1mg 60s Automatic 4 change 1mg 90s Automatic 5 change 1mg 120s Time defined maximum drving time 99 hours 59 minutes Manual on pressing a function kev ne User defined 1 set mass change ratio fOyandgland time interval It max 2 55 sec User defined 2 set moisture content change ratio CIOM over time Test enables adjusting finish mode parameters to a tested sample Automatic finish mode user defined criterion mass time The ope
84. ween tvpes of measurement result IA e gare 082850 After completing the drying process the bJ a sore moisture analyzer displays a summary sk from the testing procedure and locks indication with final humiditv content on the displav Additionally the moisture analyzer automatically sends data via the RS 232 communication port printed in the footer in accordance with pre determined printout options see group of parameters P6 Printouts 19 09 03 End results 03 26 30 b 0 4 5 265g b 0 03 25 4 378g i a 2 575 53 10 DRYING PROCESS WITH USE OF DRYING PROGRAM LIBRARY This section of the user manual specifies in details the procedures for determining a new drying procedure saved in the memory of the moisture analyzer MAX series Each drying procedure contains name Profile drying mode Drying temperature Finish mode Type of displayed result Printout interval of data from a drying process Sample size Corrective coefficient 10 1 Defining a drying procedure Use of the databases of drying programs while defining a drying process requires that they are enabled in the user menu Go to group of parameters P7 Other parameter P7 02 Database of drying programs set parameter value to 1 Means of enabling disabling the parameter is described in point 8 7 2 of this user manual Before starting to operate the database of drying programs it is necessary to upl

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