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1. MiniTest automatically performs a zero calibration when turned on Do not turn on your MiniTest with vacuum connected If the unit reads other than zero on start up a manual force zero feature can be used See the Problems with your MiniTest section A complete calibration should be performed with an approved and certified calibration test instrument every 24 months This can be organised by InnovAg or the local distributor 4 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 4 The Front Panel In Pulsation Mode MiniTest can measure six pulsation parameters A B B C D ratios rate and Max Vacuum and provide indication of B phase drop and pulsation stability In Vacuum Mode three vacuum parameters are measured Minimum Average and Maximum The picture below shows the front panel indicators and controls AtBBGDOCPM ms Min Avg Max kPainHg Low Battery Indication If the remaining battery capacity is getting low the Battery symbol will flash Replace recharge the batteries Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 5 5 Vacuum Setting up MiniTest can display vacuum in either kiloPascals kPa or inches of mercury inHg units as required The units setting can only be changed in Vacuum mode Changing checking the setting 1 Make sure the unit is turned ON and in Vacuum mode Min Avg or Max displayed 2 Press and hold the O key for about 3 seconds to enter setup mode The display will show UNE Units 5 Press either th2. incidental indirect or consequential loss or damages suffered by you as user as a result of breach by INV of this Warranty or otherwise including but not limited to economic or moral loss loss of profits or revenue or costs arising from the loss of use of the Product or the cost of substitute products Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 15
3. 4kPa thresholds sampled 1000 times per second Readings conform to ISO standards by averaging over 5 cycles A rolling system is used where measurements from the current cycle and the four previous ones are averaged together which means ISO requirements are met while the screen still continuously updates Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 9 9 Software Version and Calibration Date To display both MiniTest s software version number and last Calibration Date use the following sequence 1 With MiniTest turned off press and hold all three buttons After 3 seconds the display will show the version number e g PU means Program version 01 2 Release the buttons 3 The last Calibration date will then be shown in 4 steps CAL Calibration date follows gJ Calibration Day e g 23 f Calibration Month e g November 10 Calibration Year e g 2010 10 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 10 Replacing the batteries When it s time to replace MiniTest s batteries the battery symbol will start to flash We recommend the batteries be replaced as soon as possible once the low battery indicator starts to prevent unreliable readings or operation Batteries should not be left in the unit for extended periods in case of leakage Use quality Alkaline or NiMH AA rechargeable cells Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 11 11 Repairs DO NOT OPEN THE CASE THERE ARE NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE AND YOU MAY VOI
4. General Operating Temperature 5 to 45 C Storage Temperature 0 to 60 C Automatic turn off time 10 minutes after last key press if no vacuum on port Batteries Two AA Alkaline or NiCd NiMH rechargeable cells Operating voltage 1 4V to 5VDC Specifications are subject to change without notice 14 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 14 Warranty InnovAg Pty Ltd INV provides the following limited one year warranty Warranty to the original purchaser Purchaser of MT Product This warranty cannot be assigned or transferred to subsequent purchasers The registration form must be completed and returned to INV in order to be able to claim under this Warranty WHAT WE WILL DO If MT Product fails under normal use and service because of a manufacturing defect in materials or workmanship within the warranty period INV will at its option either repair or replace the Product with an equivalent product The repaired or replacement product will be warranted under the terms of this Warranty for the remainder of the applicable warranty period Repair may include the replacement of parts or components with functionally equivalent reconditioned parts or components WARRANTY PERIOD The term of this warranty is one 1 year from the date of purchase WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Warranty does not cover any failures of equipment not supplied by INV nor does it cover any failures of or damage to the Produ
5. display will show r HE Ratio 3 Press either the O or key to set the required Ratio display method percentage or milliseconds ms 4 Press the O key to save the changes and return to normal operation Auto Exit The tester will automatically exit Setup mode after 1 minute if you don t press any keys Saved Settings Settings are kept until changed by you They do not reset when the unit is turned off or the batteries run flat 8 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 8 Checking Pulsation MiniTest can display Pulsation Ratios A B B C and D as well as Rate in CPM Press the O key until the required parameter is selected A B B CDCP Note Use Vacuum Mode to measure Maximum Vacuum of the pulsation waveform Stability Indication If the current reading varies from the average by more than 5 then the pulsation being measured is not stable Avg will flash to warn the user to wait until the readings settle If Avg does not stop flashing there is a problem with the pulsation being measured B Phase Drop Indication If a vacuum drop of more than 4kPa is detected within the B Phase then the pulsation is not within ISO specification and B will flash to warn the user Auto power OFF If there is no vacuum on the port and you don t push any keys MiniTest will automatically turn OFF after 10 minutes to save battery life What is it measuring All Pulsation measurements are taken using
6. in a smaller lighter lower cost format It is intended for use by personnel with technical knowledge of dairy operation as an accessory to a professional test kit i e for bench testing of pulsators and to do a quick check on the dairy s performance It has only a single vacuum port and cannot be connected to a PC or printer Within Australia we have a Freecall help line which is there if you have problems 1800 061 167 International users should call their local distributor or contact us via fax 613 9521 8009 or email info innovag com Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 3 2 Safety Precautions MiniTest is intended to be used in the milking stall always allow for the unpredictable nature of the animals During the measurements sharp needles may be used Take care they do not hurt people or animals Always ask the dairy farmer about the behaviour of the animals and milking method used If using MiniTest in wet tests always keep the unit above the test point to prevent fluid entry Damage to the unit from fluid entering the sensor is not covered under the warrantee 3 Maintenance and Calibration Maintenance Clean the MiniTest with a moist cloth Do not use cleaning agents MiniTest performs a self test when turned on lighting up all segments of the LCD If an error message is displayed E 01 for example or you suspect the unit is damaged contact InnovAg or the local distributor for further information Calibration
7. D YOUR WARRANTEE Defective units should always be sent to InnovAg or your nearest distributor Smaller repairs that can be performed by your distributor are e Changing parts of the housing e Replacing hoses e Calibration only if a certified original calibrator is used For other defects please contact the manufacturer for further instructions InnovAg 82 Victoria St Sandringham Ph 613 9521 9383 VIC 3191 Fax 613 9521 8009 Australia email info innovag com 12 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 12 Problems with your MiniTest Before returning your MiniTest for repair check the following e The unit does not turn on or won t stay on replace batteries The Battery symbol is flashing Batteries are getting low MiniTest reads vacuum with no vacuum connected Disconnect from the vacuum supply and turn it off and on again to reset the zero Damaged MiniTests should be returned for repair There are no user serviceable parts inside the case and opening it may void your warrantee If you have a question or problem you cannot solve contact InnovAg or your local distributor Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 13 13 Specifications Pulsation Rate Range 40 to 500 CPM Rate accuracy 0 5 Ratio accuracy 0 5 of calculated value Time ms accuracy 0 3 Sample rate 1000 samples sec Pressure Range 10 to 80 kPa at 1 atm Accuracy 0 5 kPa Repeatability 0 3 kPa Resolution 0 1 kPa
8. MiniTest Il Dairy Vacuum amp Pulsation Meter User Manual FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Declaration of Conformity Standards to which Conformity is declared EN 61000 4 2 EN 61000 4 3 EN 61000 6 1 EN 61000 6 2 EN 61000 6 4 IEC 61326 1 2005 EU Directive 2002 95 EC EU Directive 2004 108 EC China RoHS See following page Manufacturer s Name InnovAg Pty Ltd Manufacturer s Address 82 Victoria St Sandringham Victoria 3191 Australia Type of Equipment Pulsation Tester Vacuum Gauge Brand Name MiniTest Il Model Number DR40 0080 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 1 REA 86S WR RICK Hazardous Substances or Elements Component Name r R 4 A SARE ZH FR Lead Mercury Cadmium Chromium Poly Poly brominated Pb Hg Cd brominated Dipheny Ethers PBDE Epi eae RE Main Printed Circuit Assembly Enclosure ES I LO eD OT OO o jJ of Oo Siicone Tubing O 0 O 9 oO 0 MetalFitings Oo oO o 0 0 FrontPaneltabel_ O f o 0 9 0 0 Rainglabels 0 0 O 90 Oo 0 O RANA AEA HA ATEAREN A Ee EE SJ T 11363 2006 br AES FE AY BRE BERK O Indicates that this toxic or hazardous
9. ct due to i improper handling misuse neglect accident improper installation non compliance with the directions for use ii any internal or external alteration or modification of any kind which in the opinion of INV will affect the ability to service the Product or iii repair by anyone other than an authorised InnovAg Service Centre RIGHTS UNDER THE TRADE PRACTICES ACT Under applicable State Territory and Commonwealth law certain conditions and warranties may be implied in this contract and rights and remedies conferred upon you as user in relation to the Product which cannot be excluded restricted or modified by agreement Non excludable Rights Any rights conferred upon you by this Warranty are in addition to and do not detract from those Non excludable Rights INV disclaims all express or implied conditions and warranties in relation to the Product other than the express terms of this Warranty and any Non excludable Rights With respect to Non excludable Rights INV s responsibility to the Purchaser where permitted is limited to the undertakings as stated in the clause headed WHAT WE WILL DO Subject to the above in no event shall INV be liable whether before or after discharge of the contract for supply of the Product or otherwise for any loss or damage suffered by you as the user arising from or caused or contributed to by the negligence of INV its servants or agents nor shall INV be liable for special
10. e O or key to change between kPa and inHg 6 Press the O key to save the changes and return to normal operation Auto Exit MiniTest will automatically exit Setup mode after 1 minute if you don t press any keys Startup Mode Vacuum mode defaults to Average Avg on startup The setting is kept when the mode is changed to Pulsation but is reset when the unit is turned off or the batteries run flat 6 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 6 Checking Vacuum When set to Vacuum mode MiniTest will display the Minimum Min Average Avg or Maximum Max vacuum level on the digital display Press the O key until the required parameter is selected Qin Avg Max kPa i i If there is no vacuum on the port and you don t push any keys the unit will automatically turn OFF after 10 minutes to save battery life Auto power OFF What is it measuring All vacuum measurements are taken over a rolling 1 6 second period sampled 1000 times per second Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 7 7 Pulsators Setting up MiniTest can display Pulsation Ratios A B B C and D as either percentage of the total cycle or in milliseconds ms The selected method applies to all ratio parameters A B B C and D Rate measurement is fixed in Cycles per minute CPM Changing checking the setting 1 Make sure MiniTest is turned ON and in Pulsation mode 2 Press and hold the key for about 3 seconds to enter setup mode The
11. substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ T 11363 2006 X RATA AEA ED RAED ETA PE Ee EH SJ T 11363 2006 PRERE HY Bld se BE SKE X Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 I the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards ao P we Avo Ao Signature Date 30 July 2010 Braham Basser Director InnovAg Pty Ltd 2 Copyright InnovAg 1996 2011 Contents 1 Whatis MiniTest 3 2 Safety Precautions 4 3 Maintenance and Calibration 4 4 The Front Panel 5 5 Vacuum Setting up 6 6 Checking Vacuum 7 7 Pulsators Setting up 8 8 Checking Pulsation 9 9 Software Version and Calibration Date 10 10 Replacing the batteries 11 11 Repairs 12 12 Problems with your MiniTest 13 13 Specifications 14 14 Warranty 15 All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the written permission of InnovAg Pty Ltd 1 What is MiniTest MiniTest is a small light hand held instrument for testing vacuum supplies and pulsators in dairies It uses the same high accuracy analysis of its big brother DairyTest Professional but
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