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Operating instructions Moisture Analyzer HB43

1. Heating module adj done Signature When the adjustment is complete you can open the heating module and remove the sample pan support and temperature adjustment set Warning As the temperature adjustment set can still be hot allow them to cool down before you remove them from the handler On completion of the heating module adjustment the instrument automatically quits the menu and returns to the standby mode It is now ready for further measurements If you have connected an external printer to your instrument and activated it see Section 5 9 on completion of the heating module adjustment an adjustment record will be automatically printed out with the following data A Record title B Date and Time of the heating module adjustment C Manufacturer and Designation of the instrument D Type of the instrument E Serial number of the instrument F Version number of the software G Sequence number of the heating module adjustment H Line for entry of the number of the temperature adjustment set used Serial Number of temperature adjustment set is printed on dial I Target and actual temperature for the first adjustment point J Target and actual temperature for the second adjustment point K Confirmation of the adjustment L Field for signature of the person who performed the heating module adjustment Enter the number of the adjustment disk sign the record and store it in a safe place This assures traceability one of
2. Switch off criterion 1 Switch off criterion 3 Switch off criterion 5 Time Key Switch off criterion 1 rapid availability of the result suitable for determination of a trend Switch off criterion 3 Switch off criterion 5 suitable for precision measurement 8 5 Technical data Section 8 Further useful information 59 Please note that the Moisture Analyzer will undergo continuous further development in the interest of the users METTLER TOLEDO thus reserves the right to change all technical data at any time and without prior notification Dryer Heating module Temperature range Temperature step Heating module adjustment Halogen ring shaped radiator 50 200 C 5 C with temperature adjustment set HA TC or HA TCC Balance Minimum sample weight Maximum sample weight Balance adjustment Units Stability detector Readability of the balance Readability of the result Repeatability sd with 1 g sample Repeatability sd with 10 g sample 0 5g 41g with external weight 20 g 0 1 mg g moisture content dry content ATRO moisture content ATRO dry content with symbol in display 1 mg 0 01 0 3 0 03 Data Time date Drying time Operational settings Switch off criteria Drying programs Reset protection system clock fail safe manual 30 seconds to 480 minutes read only memory fail safe 5 levels manual timed free Standard and Fast drying
3. Perform experiment at higher temperature the instrument does not heat following the start The heating module is overheated and the thermal overload protection has responded The instrument is equipped with thermal overload protection bimetallic sensor which switches off the heating tube if overheating occurs This can be caused for example by a burning sensor AN Reset the overload protector 1 Disconnect the instrument from the power supply 2 Use a screwdriver to remove the cover 3 Use a finger to reset the overload switch 4 Replace the cover and reconnect the instrument to the power supply Note If this is not possible there may be a fault e g a faulty halogen heating module In such a case contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer After the temperature switch is reset or a heating module replaced Section 6 1 we recommend that you readjust the heating module of your Halogen Moisture Analyzer Section 5 3 the measurement results are not repeatable The samples are not homogeneous i e they have different compositions The more inhomogeneous a sample the larger the amount of sample needed to obtain a repeatable result You have selected a drying time that is too short Extend the drying time or select a suitable switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time The sample does not become completely dry e g owing to skin formation Dry the sam
4. U Unpacking 11 User Guide 15 30 60 Weighing pan 36 Weight 52 Weight in grams 27 Weight loss per unit of time 25 57 V Vapors 9 Vent over 8 To protect your METTLER TOLEDO product s future METTLER TOLEDO service assures you of quality measuring accuracy and preservation of value of the METTLER TOLEDO products for years to come Please send for details of our attractive terms of service Thank you P11780531 Subject to technical changes and to the availability of the accessories supplied with the instruments Mettler Toledo GmbH 2005 11780531A Printed in Switzerland 0512 2 12 Mettler Toledo GmbH Laboratory amp Weighing Technologies CH 8606 Greifensee Switzerland Phone 41 1 944 22 11 Fax 41 1 944 30 60 Internet hitp www mt com
5. Operating instructions Moisture Analyzer HB43 Overview of your HB43 Halogen Moisture Analyzer 2 1 HB43 Halogen 5 46 9160 c NY 5 30 12 On m TAAKSE p 24 15 23 21 19 16 Display controls and connections of your HB43 z 9 Designation Info s Section Designation Info s Section oo N oO 0 A W N Display Keypad Draft shield Sample chamber Heat shield Sample pan holder Heating module Inspection window and vent Level indicator level Temperature sensor Halogen lamp protective glass Key Menu Key Reset Key Accept entry Key Scroll down Key Scroll up Function key Print interval Key Stop stop drying Function key Display mode Key Tare zero Function key Drying program Key Start start of drying Function key Switch off criterion Key Drying temperature Key Drying time Key Print Key On Off all all 2 3 2 3 Status display User Guide Display of drying time resp Free switch off criterion Display of drying temperature Display of unit percent or grams Function display Print interval Function display Display mode Function display Drying program Function display Switch off criterion Stability detector Symbol for calculated resul
6. 37 40 Reference Manual 56 Reflector 49 Repeatability 56 59 Reset 18 23 33 35 51 Reset protection 59 Reset the overload protector 55 Reusable sample pan 63 Ribbon 54 63 RS232C interface 56 Index 66 S Sample 14 21 25 30 42 52 56 Sample chamber 33 38 48 Sample pan 15 21 30 36 52 60 63 Sample pan carrier 48 Sample pan handler 15 30 33 39 63 Sample pan holder 52 Sample weight 52 56 Scroll down 22 26 35 36 38 39 41 42 44 45 Scrollup 22 26 35 38 39 41 42 44 45 Self test 14 Servicing 48 Setting up 12 Signal 39 51 SmartStart 30 42 Solvent 48 49 Spare parts 63 Specimen sample 14 16 Stability 52 Stability detector 54 59 Standard drying 23 Standard equipment 11 Start 42 54 55 Start mode 42 Status display Stop 26 33 Switch off criteria 59 14 15 30 60 Switch off criterion 25 26 32 43 51 54 57 Switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time 55 Symbol 54 T W Tare zero 31 33 Taring 52 Technical data 59 Temperature 24 32 39 55 Temperature adjustment set 20 59 63 Temperature ajustment set 39 Temperature entry 52 Temperature limitation 24 Temperature range 59 Temperature sensor 24 48 49 55 Temperature step 59 Test certificate 63 Test measurement 20 Thermogravimetric principle 6 20 Time 59 Time limit 24 Timed switch off 25 26 54 Trained personnel 8 Transport case 63 Two point adjustment 39
7. If you press one of the locked keys an audio signal and an error message see Section 7 1 draw your attention to the nonavailability of the corresponding function 5 9 Switching the printer on or off With this menu item you can switch the external printer on or off k BA Off In the factory this item is switched on On If you wish to switch the printer off select Off and confirm this with the Accept entry key This activates the Printout off symbol E in the lower right corner of the display Eu This setting must be selected if you wantto connectthe HB43 to a computer via a serial interface This prevents the HB43 from sending characters to the computer in an uncontrolled manner It permits data exchange to take place without interference using the MT SICS interface commands The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 44 5 10 Setting the baud rate data transmission speed The data transmission speed baud rate determines speed of transmission across the serial interface The unit is the baud 1 baud bd 1 bit second Menu The following settings are available my 600 bd 1200 bd 2400 bd 4800 bd 9600 bd 19200 bd Baudrate 2400 Mv You can use the Scroll up and Scroll down keys to change the settings Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will K store the baud rate The baud rate is set
8. 28 Audio signal 39 51 60 B Balance adjustment 35 36 37 53 Basic setting 35 Baud rate 44 50 54 Bimetallic sensor 55 Bit parity 44 50 54 Brightness 45 Burning 9 C Chemically resistant protective cover 63 Cleaning 48 Cleaning agent 48 49 Computer 43 56 Connection cable 50 63 Contrast 45 Corrosion 9 D Dota interface 60 Date 42 59 Dialog language 46 Display 22 36 43 60 Display mode 27 32 33 43 59 Draft shield 30 48 52 Dry content 27 28 Drying 42 Drying and measurement 17 Drying process 56 Drying program 23 43 59 Drying temperature 20 22 24 32 43 55 Drying time 19 22 26 32 43 54 55 59 Error message 39 43 51 Error message text 51 Error number 51 Expendable material 63 Explosion 9 Extension cable 13 F Fire 9 Free space 8 Free switch off 25 Free switch off criterion 26 Function error 53 Function keys 22 Fuse 49 Fuse holder 49 G Glass fiber filter GLP 20 56 GMP 20 56 Guide rails 49 14 21 63 Halogen heating module 6 Halogen lamp 49 Halogen Moisture Analyzer Handshake 45 54 Heat 8 Heat accumulation 8 Heat shield 48 Heating module 6 8 13 15 17 19 20 24 30 31 32 33 38 39 42 49 55 59 Heating module adjustment 24 35 38 40 52 59 Heating module adjustment data 53 Heating tube 55 6 19 Initial status 15 Input errors 51 Inspection window 39 60 Instrument safety 8 Interface 43 44 45 Inter
9. End result Sample TD ivsmmmuissosuaisss ss Comments Signat e vinmmissimssa ttess ssen MANUAL lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt 31a 07200310729 gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt The record contains the following data from top to bottom A Record title B Manufacturer and Designation of the instrument C Type of the instrument D Serial number of the instrument E Version number of the software F Selected switch off criterion or set drying time G Selected drying program H Drying temperature set temperature I Selected display mode J Sample weight at start of drying K Measured value at each print interval the number of recorded measured values depends on the selected print interval and the measurement time L Total time of drying M Indication dry weight N Final result in the selected display mode O Line for entry of the sample ID P Line for entry for comments Q Line for signature of the person who performed the Moisture determination R Indication of manual operating mode S Date and time at the end of the measurement Note You will find information on the dimensions of the results MC DC AM and AD in Section 4 5 Special events are recorded in the measurement record as follows In manual mode the heating module was opened while drying was in process While the heating module is open the drying process is interrupted and then continued after it has been closed again 5 The menu basic
10. area around the heating module becomes hot Exercise caution when removing the sample The sample itself the sample chamber the draft shield and sample container if used may still be very hot Be very careful if you open the heating module during operation because the circular heating module or its protective glass can be as hot as 400 C For this reason only ever touch the handles provided on the heating module No modifications must be made within the heating module It is particularly dangerous to bend any components or remove them or to make any other changes Section 1 Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer 9 Certain samples require special care With certain types of samples there is a possibility of danger to personnel or damage to tangibles through Fire or explosion Flammable or explosive substances Substances containing solvents Substances which evolve flammable or explosive gases or vapors when heated With such samples work at a drying temperature that is low enough to prevent the formation of flames or an explosion and wear protective goggles Should there be any uncertainty regarding the flammability of a sample always work with a small amounts of sample max 1 gram In such cases never leave the instrument unattended In cases of doubt perform a careful risk analysis Poisoning burning Substances which contain toxic or caustic components Such substances may b
11. automatically quits the menu and returns to the standby mode You can leave the menu by pressing the Reset key If you do this a menu item which is currently being changed will not be saved However all menu items which have been confirmed with Accept entry are saved The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 36 i LIST OF SETTINGS METTLER TOLEDO Halogen MoistureAnalyzer Type HB43 SNR 1101234567 SW 2 00 System parameters Startmode Manual Key protection On Printout On Baudrate 2400 Bit Parity 7b even Handshake Off Contrast 50 Brightness 90 31 07 2002 11 13 lt If you have connected an external printer to your instrument you can record all menu settings To do this simply press the Menu key followed by the Print key The following Sections will acquaint you with the individual menu items The order corresponds exactly to that in the menu 5 2 Adjusting the balance In this menu item you can adjust the balance of your instrument Consult Section 3 2 to learn when an adjustment is necessary Before selecting the adjustment function ensure thatthe sample pan is in position Following a drying you should wait at least 30 minutes before undertaking an adjustment Weight adjust last 157 AN eo o V r 0 000 g Please remove weight Weight adjust 158 The factory setting in this menu item is no no balance adjustmen
12. between individual measurements in order to ensure good reproducibility of the readings and avoid overheating of the instrument Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 25 4 4 Selecting the switch off criterion This function key offers you different switch off criteria A switch off criterion defines when the instrument should end the drying Switch off criteria save you having to keep checking your watch and stopping the drying manually ED The following settings can be selected for the switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time 5 settings Free switch off Manual switch off Timed switch off Weight loss per unit of time This switch off criterion is based on a weight loss per unit of time As soon as the mean weight loss is less that a preset value during a specified time the instrument considers drying as complete and automatically discontinues the measurement process During the drying the time display shows you how long the measurement process has been in progress the switch off criterion is inactive during the first 30 sec You will find additional information in Section 8 4 The following 5 settings are available This setting is suitable for samples which dry very quickly surface moisture or for relatively inaccurate fast measurements to determine a trend This setting is suitable for quick drying samples This is the factory setting It is su
13. by locking the keypad Evaluation Display modes Records 5 modes moisture dry content weight ATRO moisture content ATRO dry content MC DC g AM AD Using external printer optional D Instrument acclimatized in room and connected to power supply for 60 minutes drying temperature 160 C Further useful information Section 8 60 Hardware Audio signal Data interface Inspection window Leveling Display Status display User Guide Sample pan Thermal overload protection Dimensions w x h x d Weight ready to measure Provided Built in RS232C interface in heating module 2 leveling screws and level indicator 64x128 dot backlit matrix display integrated in display 90 mm bimetallic element switch in heating module 23 x 15 x 36 cm 4 3 kg Admissible ambient conditions Temperature range Atmospheric humidity Warm up time Voltage fluctuations Installation category Pollution degree Power load Current consumption Power supply voltage Power line fuse Use only in closed rooms 5 C to 40 C 80 rh to 30 C At least 60 minutes after connecting the instrument to the power supply when switched on from standby mode the instrument is ready for operation immediately 15 10 II 2 Max 450 W during drying process 4 A or 2 A according to the heating module 100 V 120 V or 200 V 240 V 50 60 Hz the voltage is given by the heating module
14. for the preparation of your sample The amount of sample you select should be as small as possible and only as large as necessary Excessive amounts of sample require more time for drying and thus prolong the measurement process If the amount of sample is too small the measurement result may possibly not be representative The following always holds The greater the inhomogeneity of the sample the larger the amount of sample needed to obtain a repeatable result please see also the list in Section 8 1 Experience has shown a practical sample quantity go to be 3 5 g Distribute the sample evenly over the sample pan You thus increase the surface area of the sample and facilitate heat absorption The base of the pan should be evenly covered With liquid fat containing melting and highly reflecting samples you should cover the sample with the glass fiber filter available as optional equipment HA F1 214464 see Section 8 7 This also applies to samples which form a skin on their surface when heated The glass fiber filter ensures even and rapid heat distribution and prevents the formation of a skin impervious to moisture on the sample surface 3 4 Further information on moisture determination You will find further information on the moisture determination the importance of the parameters and the preparation of the samples in the Application Brochure Methods of moisture content determination dealing with moisture determination see Sectio
15. k Contrast so YOU can adjust the setting with the Scroll up and Scroll down keys Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will store the setting S Ko The factory setting is 50 Menu M Eai The brightness can be set in the range O 100 gt Da You can adjust the setting with the Scroll up and Scroll down keys Vv lt W Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will store the setting n The factory setting is 90 The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 46 5 14 Selecting the dialog language In this menu item you specify the dialog langauge Select the desired dialog language and then confirm your entry with the Accept entry key Menu Language English EU English US The following languages are available English English EU English English US German Deutsch French Francais Italian CItaliano Spanish Espanol Japanese Japanese Russian Russian You can use the Scroll up and Scroll down keys to change the setting Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will store the language setting Note If you select American English English US as the dialog language the date format is changed and appears on all records in the American notation month day year Section 5 The menu basic sett
16. key you can select the drying time in one minute steps Press the Accept entry key Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 27 4 5 Selecting the display mode With this function key you can select the desired type of result display You also define what values are printed on the records uma Before After drying drying Before After drying drying The following display modes are available Moisture content The moisture content of the sample is displayed and printed out as a percentage of the wet weight ww initial weight 100 This is the factory setting When the results are printed out the moisture content is marked by MC Moisture Content e g 11 35 MC and shown as a negative value Wet weight WW Dry weight DW MC 0 100 lt 100 Wet weight WW During the drying the current measured value is continuously displayed in percent Dry content The dry content of the sample is displayed and printed out as a percentage of the wet weight ww initial weight 100 When the results are printed out the dry content is marked by DC Dry Content e g 88 65 DC Dry weight DW DC 100 0 100 Wet weight WW During the drying the current measured value is continuously displayed in percent Weight in grams The weight of the sample is displayed and printed out in grams With this setting the Moi
17. lay the heat shield in the sample chamber Then place the draft shield can only be mounted in one position and after that the sample pan support in position Turn the sample pan support until it engages In the engaged position the rear arm of the sample pan support lies exactly along the length of the instrument 2 4 Your first measurement After you have successfully put your new Moisture Analyzer into operation for the first time you can immediately perform your first measurement In doing so you will become familiar with the instrument and the status display and at the same time perform a function check Please use the specimen sample supplied for your first measurement This sample is an absorbent glass fiber filter During your first measurement the instrument operates with the factory settings Therefore it operates in the automatic operating mode Auto which allows you to perform a complete measurement without pressing a single key thanks to the unique SmartStart function a Press the On Off key to switch the instrument on On Ofi After it has been switched on the instrument performs a self test Wait until the display shown opposite appears Section 2 Your first measurement in next to no time 15 Your Moisture Analyzer has a graphical status display User Guide which you will become acquainted with in this Section The status display informs you continuousl
18. must be closed by C L ASCII 13 dec 10 dec The characters CL which can be inputted using the Enter or Return key of most entry keypads are not listed in this description but it is essential they be included for communication with the instrument Example S Send stable weight value Command S Send the current stable net weight value Response SuSuWeightValuewUnit Current stable weight value in unit actually set under unit 1 SUI Command not executable balance is currently executing another command e g taring or timeout as stability was not reached S Balance in overload range Su Balance in underload range Example Command S Send a stable weight value Response SuSuuuuu50 000019 The current stable weight value is 50 000 g Further useful information Section 8 62 The MT SICS commands listed below is a selected list of available commands Commands and further information please refer to the Reference Manual MT SICS for Halogen Moisture Analyzers HB43 11780409 downloadable from the Internet under www mt com moisture Commands and responses MT SICS level 0 10 Inguiry of all implemented MT SICS commends 17 Inguiry of MT SICS level and MT SICS versions 12 Inguiry of instrument data 13 Inguiry of SW version and type definition number 14 Inguiry of serial number 15 SW ldentifications number S Send stable weight value SI Send weight value immediately SIR Send weight value immediately and repeat Z Zer
19. 1 piece 5 x 20 mm T6 3 H 250 V AN national regulations Defective instrument must be disposed of in accordance with applicable customer and Section 8 Further useful information 61 8 6 MT SICS Interface commands and functions Many ofthe instruments and scales used have to be capable of integration in a complex computer or data acquisition system To enable you to integrate instruments in your system in a simple manner and utilize their capabilities to the full most instrument functions are also available as appropriate commands via the data interface All new METTLER TOLEDO instruments launched on the market support the standardized command set METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set MT SICS The commands available depend on the functionality of the instrument Basic information on data interchange with the instrument The instrument receives commands from the system and acknowledges the command with an appropriate response Command formats Commands sent to the instrument comprise one or more characters of the ASCII character set Here the following must be noted e Enter commands only in uppercase e The possible parameters of the command must be separated from one another and from the command name by a space ASCII 32 dec in this description represented as u e The possible input for text is a sequence of characters of the 8 bit ASCII character set from 32 dec to 255 dec e Each command
20. How to obtain the best results Section 3 20 3 2 Notes on adjustment of the balance and the heating module To obtain optimal results when you install the Moisture Analyzer at the place where it will be used you should use the METTLER TOLEDO adjustment set to adjust the heating module under the prevailing operating conditions e g in a fume cupboard This ensures that any differences from the factory adjustment that may result from the specific local conditions are corrected If stipulated by your quality assurance system e g GLP GMP ISO 9001 you should adjust your Moisture Analyzer regularly e g every six months atthe place where itis used and under the prevailing operating conditions By adjusting the heating module you can ensure comparability with results from other instruments of the same design This is done by using an appropriate thermometer which is provided in the form of a temperature adjustment set with calibration certificate see Section 8 7 This adjustment set comprises a black plate with a thermometer which allows a reproducible adjustment of the heating module The balance and the integral heating module in your instrument can be adjusted using the appropriate accessories Section 8 7 A Moisture Analyzer is typically used in place of or in addition to the oven method In an oven heat energy is transferred by the flow of air which establishes an equilibrium between the sample temperature and the ambient temper
21. are provided with suitable connection cables Connect the instrument and the printer to the power supply If necessary set the baud rates and bit parity of the printer and the HB43 to the same value see Sections 5 10 and 5 11 If in the menu you have selected a language other than English some symbols may not be displayed correctly if the instrument is set to the factory settings In this case change the bit parity setting of your printer and HB43 to 8b no Section 7 If problems arise on occasion 51 7 If problems arise on occasion In this Section you will learn how errors can appear during operation of your Moisture Analyzer and how you can rectify these errors 7 1 Meaning of the error messages Your instrument distinguishes between the three different types of errors explained below s IN Printer deactivated Timer not activated Key protected activ 1 105 c Error 3 Sample weight too low Input errors key not active or can not be pressed in current operating status are reported by your instrument with a short audio signal In addition a short explanation will be displayed which automatically disappears after 2 seconds Display Printer deactivated Cause Printer deactivated in menu Remedy Activate printer in menu Display Timer not activated Cause The selected switch off criterion does not allow entry of a time Reme
22. ature This is not the case in a Moisture Analyzer The actual sample temperature primarily depends on the specific absorption properties of the sample dark samples absorb more heat which can change during the measurement process There can also be differences between the temperature at the surface of the sample and the temperature inside the sample The heat output is therefore not dependent on the true sample temperature but instead is regulated by a temperature sensor underneath the halogen heating module For the reasons explained above the temperature setting on the instrument will therefore by deviate to the true sample temperature By regularly adjusting the heating module you will ensure a consistent and reproducible heat output for the entire lifetime of your instrument Note METTLER TOLEDO offers an adjustment service please contact your local dealer Ifyou also use your instrument as a high precision lab balance you should adjust the balance at regular intervals If you replace the heating module you must adjust it using the temperature adjustment set which is available as an accessory The procedure for adjusting the balance and heating module is described in Section 5 Section 3 How to obtain the best results 21 3 3 Optimum sample preparation Preparation of the sample is decisive for the speed of the measurement process and the quality of the measurement results Please note the following basic rules
23. baldness de Pa satsi aeara MO tensa AATE RE er iia naaa 36 Adjusting the heating Mod le sentessernisogiisinnecaeii ia E E EEES 38 Resetting to the factory SettINGS LE EEE ELE ii E EE 41 SEI MEMME anae a t neater Ina KA K A TIEN HSE SV VA Nea A RKITSS ETTE 4 Entering ING GUNG sy ssiccsxnitiadorastoteeneviacatedenensanancansdassecenader yale E kd mi sa d ka sn Pakkaa 42 Selecting the start mode for drying imee t on oi n vee m en tasaa Dura haetaan Sein Dahon ien EEEa 42 How to activate the key protection ni iene 43 SWitehing the printer On OF OM sor cxoscenmareqneissancedaidiaaievixes e a REE 43 Setting the baud rate data transmission speed ccccccccccceeeseecessseeeeecceseessssteeeeeeceeeesseeaeaes 44 Seting D DONN oessa a E E E E EON 44 Setting MIG MOMASMOKS sser EE E AEO EA 45 Contents 5 13 5 14 5 15 6 1 6 2 6 3 7 1 7 2 8 1 8 2 8 3 8 4 8 5 8 6 8 7 5 Setting the contrast and brightness sesskeissssesskkki iiite t ttti nn nE a naa EEEE EEEE EEEE EEEE 45 Selecting the dialog IAnguage cc cetssaaccceucdsidsauhindienianeslaaandabcpdedeietiance chiedeipialdehoduclnedebdvadanekias 46 M n OVEIVIGW HBAS crassis a A EEE E EE N E iaaTv UNTA 47 Servicing and replacing individual parts sssssssssssssn niminen naa naamaan annan nana anaaaaaaaan 48 Cleaning the heating module and the sample chamber i 48 Replacing the power line fUSC aak a aa aa aa aa a ttt ttt naa
24. ding to purchase a Halogen Moisture Analyzer from METTLER TOLEDO you have made a wise choice Your Moisture Analyzer is fast and reliable It offers a high level of operating convenience and useful functions to facilitate determination of the moisture content of your samples Behind your instrument stands METTLER TOLEDO a leading manufacturer of not only balances and scales for the lab and production but also analytical measuring instruments A customer service network covering the entire globe with well trained personnel is at your service at all times whether you are choosing accessories or require guidance for a specific application to ensure optimum utilization of your instrument To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your Moisture Analyzer we advise you fo read through these operating instructions very carefully 1 2 What is the Halogen Moisture Analyzer used for Your Halogen Moisture Analyzer is used for determining the moisture content of almost any substance The instrument works on the thermogravimetric principle At the start of the measurement the Moisture Analyzer determines the weight of the sample the sample is then quickly heated by the integral halogen heating module and the moisture vaporizes During the drying process the instrument continually measures the weight of the sample and displays the reduction in moisture Once drying has been completed the moisture or solids content of your sample is display
25. due to vaporization and accelerate the drying process The drying temperature is then lowered to the set value and maintained You will find details on howto enter the drying temperature in the next Section Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 24 4 3 Setting the drying temperature 50 gt t min Press the Drying temperature key and enter the desired drying temperature Scroll up or Scroll down key Press the Accept entry key Note The admissible input range for temperatures is 50 C 200 C selectable in 5 C steps Temperature limitation Several mutually independent systems prevent the instrument overheating Attemperatures above 160 C atime limit becomes active The higher the temperature the shorter the time until the instrument starts to lower the temperature envelope curve see illustration opposite Atemperature switch independent of the normal black temperature sensor over the sample is triggered when it detects exceptionally high tempera tures This situation could arise for example if the sample begins to burn or the heating module adjustment is defective If this happens the heating module is tripped out by a mechanical switch and the instrument cannot be restarted Reset the overload switch see page 55 When working with temperatures over 180 C we recommend that you always wait 2 3 minutes with open instrument lid
26. dy Select Timed switch off as switch off criterion Display Key protected activ Cause Key protection turned on in menu Remedy Turn off key protection in menu An application error occurs when the instrument can not perform a procedure or a corrective action is necessary as the limits of a value range have been violated or because a general operating error exists Application errors are reported by your instrument with an audio signal Further the message Error appears in the display followed by the error number and error message text You will find a list of all application errors in the next Section Before you can continue working you must delete the error message with the Reset key You can only delete error messages 1 8 and 1 Owiththe Reset key If problems arise on occasion Section 7 52 Error 1 Weight unstable Error 2 Wrong adjustment weight Error 3 Sample weight too low Error 4 Missing tare weight Error 8 Temp entry missing Display Cause Remedy Display Cause Remedy Display Cause Remedy Display Cause Remedy Display Cause Remedy Error 1 Weight unstable No stability during taring or adjustment Ensure stable ambient conditions and an optimum location Also take care that no part of the sample or the sample pan touch the draft shield or the sample pan holder Highl
27. e dried only in a fume cupboard Corrosion Substances which evolve corrosive vapors when heated e g acids In the case of such substances we advise you to work with small amounts of sample as the vapor can condense on cooler housing parts and cause corrosion Please note that the user always takes responsibility and assumes liability for damage caused by use of the types of samples mentioned above Never make any modifications or constructional alterations to the instrument and use only original spare parts and optional equipment from METTLER TOLEDO Your Moisture Analyzer is a rugged precision instrument but you should still treat it carefully it will then thank you with many years of trouble free operation Please comply with all notes and instructions in these operating instructions Keep the instructions in a safe place where they are immediately to hand if any points are unclear If you lose these instructions please contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer for an immediate replacement Moisture determination applications must be optimized and validated by the user according to local regulations Application specific data provided by METTLER TOLEDO is intended for guidance only Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer Section 1 10 1 4 Important information for these instructions These instructions guide you step by step through the operation of your Moisture Analyzer The first two Sections help you put t
28. eady for the determination of your own samples In this Section you will learn how to perform measurements print out the measurement results and stop the measurement process Switch the instrument on with On Off key The status display User Guide symbolizes the initial status of the instrument when the heating module is closed If you operate the instrument in Auto mode you can perform the following process entirely without pressing a single key thanks to the HB43 s unique SmartStart function Open the heating module The status display User Guide now prompts you to load the empty sample pan Position the empty sample pan in the sample pan handler Place the sample pan handler in the draft shield Ensure that the tongue of the sample pan handler lies exactly in the slot of the draft shield The pan must lie flat in the pan holder Note We advise you to work with the sample pan handler at all times The pan handler is ergonomic safe and provides protection against burns due to the hot sample pan Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 31 Close the heating module The built in balance is then automatically set to Zero If you only operate the Tare Zero key you will be requested to close the heating module Following taring the status display prompts you to add the sample to the sample pan Open the heating m
29. ed as the final result Of decisive importance in practice is the rate of heating In comparison with conventional infrared heating or the drying oven method for example the halogen heating module of your instrument needs a shorter time to reach its maximum heating power It also allows use of high temperatures an additional factor in shortening the drying time Uniform heating of the sample material ensures good repeatability of the drying results and makes it possible to use a smaller amount of sample All parameters of a measurement drying temperature drying time etc can be preselected But your Moisture Analyzer offers many other possibilities To avoid exceeding the scope of this introduction only a few of these are listed here Section 1 Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer 7 The drying process can be adjusted to suit the type of sample You can choose between various types of result display at any time Your settings and the measurement results can be recorded The instrument has a built in storage battery so your settings are protected even if there is a power failure The RS232C data interface fitted as standard allows your moisture analyzer to communicate with an external printer or with a computer This wealth of functions notwithstanding your Moisture Analyzer is very simple to operate The status display User Guide guides you step by step through the measurement cycle and you always know which par
30. eee 19 Notes on adjustment of the balance and the heating MOdUIe eee ete nanna 20 Optimum sample preparation scuosossssssss a E naan aan 2 Further information on moisture determination i ii ii iii iiiiireee 21 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer ccccccccsssssssseceeeeeeeescaeeseseeseeeseseanaaseeees 22 The ODE IRIS DSS DI vaasa takaa KoE Mansia Sa tanta LEN ES Na KOTI ATO a E TA ed Santen A AE TEOR 22 Selecting INE CIVING Progressie a OON Sahaa tana KSS AT AA EK nice TER 23 Setting the drying temperature vs caer recess 20s easaccieies Manda ia p Ian Td 45200 se Pa O mata andes Easy a na 0 a 24 Selecting the switch off criterion us 0im0a 12180 aa Taa tavan ta diet lakana KNKakaaea ka kua KAda M NM t AKAA KAASU RSA a A NV EEEE EEEa 25 Selecting TNE display MOUS sa ssiisesuachicescrnainsakkiatnentsamesinniertehssaeeianaenseee idole aAIaa k Isa aate HuK EAR 27 Defining th Phi INCE i cicnsaicnmr varasta tnts ah K Kiva Vaaka YKn i 29 Performing OISOSULOIMIOTIN osana a ea 113 Kaanaa usa aava naa TeaT AK noTan AA R iEa had sae Te ki d t KANI jka Neta HOI STUN ws 30 Information on the measurement FS00fd pisaksaaamevsumersasa vaa jssak saker aaelE ekan an jursa akat sa sta 33 The menu basic settings of the instrument ccccoooonnnnn nannaa aan aa a naan nannaa Kaanaa aaaaean 35 Menu Operation seriean n aa aie a aka a a aa a kaa a arii anA an aone s SeN 35 Adjusting the
31. face commands 61 62 ISO 14001 7 ISO 9001 7 20 K Key protected 51 Key protection 43 Keyboard 22 Keys 54 L Language 46 Level 12 Level indicator 12 Leveling 12 60 Leveling screws 12 Line voltage 13 54 Liguid 48 Location 12 52 54 Manual 26 Manual switch off 25 Measurement 11 14 22 30 55 Measurement parameters 19 Measurement principle 19 Measurement process 33 Measurement record 32 33 Measurement result 32 56 Menu 35 54 56 Menu overview 47 Moisture 6 19 56 Moisture content 17 23 27 28 Moisture determination 21 57 MT SICS 61 MT SICS interface commands 43 N Numeric entries 22 0 On Off 14 30 Operating concept 22 Optional equipment 63 Overheating 8 55 Overload protection 55 Overload switch 55 P Packaging 11 Padlock symbol 43 Pan carrier 36 Pan holder 15 30 38 Paper 54 Paper roll 63 Parameter 30 54 Perpheral device 56 Personnel qualification 6 Poisoning 9 Power cable 8 13 54 Power line fuse 49 54 Index 65 Power supply 12 13 48 53 Print 29 32 36 38 Print interval 29 33 43 54 Printed results 56 Printer 29 32 40 43 44 50 51 54 56 59 Printer LC P45 50 56 63 Printer paper 63 Printer RS P42 50 56 63 Protect the settings 43 Protective glass 8 48 49 55 Q Quality assurance system 20 37 40 R Rapid drying 23 Ready for stat 16 Ready for taring 15 Ready for weighing 15 Reconnection to the power supply 53 Record 34
32. ft your Halogen Moisture Analyzer is fitted with a Buchse Together with a lockable steel cable like those used to protect portable computers against theft the Buchse can be used to fasten the instrument You can obtain a suitable antitheft cable from your METTLER TOLEDO dealer Connect the instrument to the power supply Warning If the power cable supplied is not long enough use only a 3 pin extension cable with equipment grounding conductor Allow your instrument to warm up for 60 minutes The instrument adapts itself to the ambient conditions during this time For technical reasons the halogen heating module is designed specifically for a particular line voltage 110 V AC or 230 V AC A heating module is installed in the factory that is matched to the particular line voltage of the country of destination If you are not sure whether the heating module built into your instrument is suitable for your local line voltage check the voltage printed on the glass of the circular halogen lamp before you connect the Moisture Analyzer to the power supply Connection to a line voltage that is too high can lead to blowing of the fuses whereas a supply voltage that is too low will prolong the drying process Please note that some parts of your instrument are always live when the instrument is connected to the power supply Your first measurement in next to no time Section 2 14 Switch the instrument on with the On Off key First
33. ght value and the display prompts you fo lift off the adjustment weight Remove the adjustment weight This concludes the adjustment of the balance and the instrument automat ically quits the menu and returns to the standby mode The Moisture Analyzer is now ready for further measurements If you have connected a printer to your instrument and this is activated see Section 5 9 on completion of the balance adjustment an adjustment record will be automatically printed out with the following data A Record title B Date and Time of the balance adjustment C Manufacturer and Designation of the instrument D Type of the instrument E Serial number of the instrument F Version number of the software G Sequence number of the balance adjustment H Line for entry of the number of the adjustment weight used I Adjustment weight used J Confirmation that the balance adjustment has been performed correctly K Field for signature of the person who performed the balance adjustment Please enter the number of the adjustment weight used sign the record and store it in a safe place This assures traceability one of the basic require ments of every quality assurance system The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 38 5 3 Adjusting the heating module In this menu item you can adjust the temperature control of the heating module Consult Section 3 2 to learn when an adjustment ofthe heating module is necessary We advise you to wa
34. he instrument into operation guickly safely and properly and perform your first measurement within a short space of time In Sections 3 through 5 you become intimately acguainted with the wide range of functions of your Moisture Analyzer During this learning phase you will find the table of contents and the detailed index in Section 9 a valuable orientation aid Sections 6 through 8 contain additional information on the maintenance of your instrument troubleshooting and the available options As soon as you are familiar with your Moisture Analyzer you will find the illustrations at the beginning of these instructions and the associated references in the key useful for quick access The following identifications and symbols are used in these instructions Key designations are shown enclosed by twin angle brackets Keys with inscribed text are shown with the actual inscription e g On Off or Start For all keys with symbols designations are used in the text which describe the function of the particular key Print Accept entry or Scroll down This symbol indicates safety and hazard instructions If these are not complied with injury A to the user damage to your instrument or other tangibles and malfunctions can result This symbol indicates additional information and directions which facilitate your handling of the instrument and contribute to proper and economical use 6 These inst
35. heating module and the sample chamber To obtain precise measurement results we recommend you to clean the temperature sensor and the protective glass of the halogen lamp regularly Please note the following directions for cleaning your instrument Disconnect the instrument from the power supply before cleaning Open the heating module The draft shield sample pan carrier and heat shield can be removed for cleaning without tools To dismantle the sample chamber you need a normal commercially available screwdriver Use a lint free cloth for cleaning Clean the exterior of the instrument with a mild cleaning agent Although the housing is extremely rugged and resistant to solvents never use abrasive cleaning agents or solvents Ensure that no liquid enters the interior of the instrument Section 6 Servicing and replacing individual parts 49 To dismantle the heating module the four screws 1 must be unscrewed A normal commercially available screwdriver is needed for this purpose Following this the cover 2 of the heating module can be pulled off toward the back The gold plated reflector 3 and the protective glass of the halogen lamp 4 can be pulled upward and out of the guide rails of the heating module Clean the reflector and the protective glass of the halogen lamp with a mild cleaning agent Remove any deposits from the black temperature
36. her thermogravimetric WA methods drying oven infrared microwave the Halogen Moisture Analyzer operates with a halogen heating module This ensures fast heating of the 31899 sample and thus guarantees rapid availability of the measurement results Irrespective of the measurement method the quality of the measurement results stands or falls by the preparation of the sample and a correct choice of the important measurement parameters Sample size Drying temperature Switchoff mode Drying time Inappropriate setting of these parameters can cause the results to be incorrect or misleading For this reason check that the results for each type of sample are what might reasonably be expected You will find detailed information on the relationships between these parameters in the application brochure for moisture determination see Section 8 3 enclosed to your instrument In practice however not only the quality of the measurement results but also the speed of the measurement process is important Thanks to its drying principle with the heat generated by a halogen radiator the Halogen Moisture Analyzer is very fast You can increase the speed even further through optimum setting of the instrument The optimum drying temperature and the drying time are dependent on the nature and size of the sample and on the desired accuracy of the measurement results These can be determined only by experiment
37. hstanding improper operation can endanger personnel and cause damage to tangibles For safe and dependable operation please comply with the following instructions The Moisture Analyzer is used for determining the moisture in samples Please use the instrument exclusively for this purpose Any other type of use can endanger personnel and damage the instrument or other tangibles The Moisture Analyzer must not be operated in a hazardous environment and only under the ambient conditions specified in these instructions The Moisture Analyzer may be operated only by trained personnel who are familiar with the properties of the samples used and with the handling of the instrument Your Moisture Analyzer is supplied with a 3 pin power cable with an equipment grounding conductor Only extension cables which meet the relevant standards and also have an equipment grounding conductor may be used Intentional disconnection of the equipment grounding conductor is prohibited Note There are two versions of the power cable 110 V and 230 V The Halogen Moisture Analyzer works with heat Ensure sufficient free space around the instrument to avoid heat accumulation and overheating approx 1 m free space above the instrument The vent over the sample must never be covered plugged taped over or tampered with in any other way Do not place any combustible materials on under or next to the instrument when it is connected to the power supply since the
38. ime Section 2 12 2 2 Selecting the location Your Moisture Analyzer is a precision instrument An optimum location guarantees accuracy and dependability Firm horizontal location as free from vibrations as possible Avoid direct sunlight No excessive temperature fluctuations No powerful drafts Surroundings as free from dust as possible Enough space around the instrument to prevent build up of heat Sufficient distance from heat sensitive materials in the vicinity of the instrument 2 3 Setting up leveling and connecting to power supply Exact horizontal positioning and stable installation are prerequisites for repeatable results To compensate small irregularities or inclinations 2 at the location the instrument can be leveled For exact horizontal positioning the Moisture Analyzer has a level indicator level and 2 leveling screws When the air bubble in the level indicatr is exactly in the center the instrumentis standing perfectly horizontally To level it proceed as follows Position your Moisture Analyzer at the selected location Turn the two leveling screws until the air bubble is in the center of the level indicator Note The instrument should be releveled each time its location is changed Section 2 Your first measurement in next to no time 13 For protection against the
39. in the following Sections You will also be given an explanation how to adjust the drying temperature and drying time Finally you will perform a complete measurement with the specific settings for your sample Numeric entries With some settings e g the drying temperature numeric entries are reguired You can change the flashing displayed value with the Scroll up or Scroll down key Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 23 As soon as you have entered the desired value press the Accept entry key The value will be stored If you do not wish to save the change you can escape from the change by pressing the Reset key The old setting then becomes active again 4 2 Selecting the drying program This function key offers you two different drying programs for optimum matching of the drying characteristics to the sample used By pressing this key you can choose between the two programs As soon as you have selected the desired program the setting is active and you do not have to confirm or store it Standard drying This drying program is set in the factory and is suitable for most samples The sample is heated to the drying temperature set temperature and held constant at this temperature Rapid drying This program is primarily suitable for samples with a moisture content over 30 Following the start the selected temperature is exceeded by 40 for 3 minutes fo compensate the cooling
40. ings of the instrument 47 5 15 Menu overview HB43 Menu t Functions Balance adjustment Heating module adjustment Reset to factory setting Settings Enter current time Enter current date Startmode automatic manual Protect settings Weight adjust Temperature adj no Factory reset Startmode Key protection yes 18 03 2003 Selecting the setting within a menu item Quits the menu without saving the last Reset menu item you changed y g Saves the menu item and skips to the next menu item Switch external Printer on off Printout Baudrate Baudrate Bit Parity Bit Parity Handshake Handshake Contrast Contrast Brightness Brightness Select dialog language Language Menu lt AN Off L Xon Xoff RTS CTS 100 50 09 100 90 0 English EU English US Deutsch Francais Italiano Espanol Japanese Russian Calls up the next menu item Select settings Servicing and replacing individual parts Section 6 48 6 Servicing and replacing individual parts In this Section you will learn how to keep your Moisture Analyzer in good condition and how to replace expendable parts 6 1 Cleaning the
41. it 30 minutes after a drying before performing the adjustment The factory setting in this menu item is no no heating module adjustment Temperature adj n Note The number in the lower left corner of the display shows the number Misi of adjustments carried out to date If you operate the Print key in this status and an external printer is connected the information from the last adjustment carried out will be printed out m If you wish to adjust the heating module select yes using the Scroll up or Scroll down key Press the Accept entry key to start the adjustment process A Mite t Temperature adj You will be prompted to remove the pan holder from the sample chamber Oo oo J c Remove pan holder Temperature adj J O0o oo J c Insert adjustment kit 158 Temperature adj i 10 00 100 c Heating to 100 C Temperature adj 158 i 10 00 100 c Enter actual temp 100 C os BD Ta Temperature adj 158 i 10 00 J160 c Heating to 160 C Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 39 Insert the temperature adjustment set in the sample pan handler Place the sample pan handler in the sample chamber Note The temperature adjustment set is available as optional eguipment see Section 8 6 Close the heating module to
42. itable for most types of samples This setting is suitable for samples which dry moderately quickly This setting is suitable for samples which dry very slowly trapped moisture skin formation Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 26 Free switch off criterion If none of the five available Weight loss per unit of time switch off criteria is suitable for your application the Moisture Analyzer allows you to define a free switch off criterion 1 mg 5 sto 1 mg 180s The free switch off criterion is also based on the principle of weight loss per unit of time As soon as this drops below the preset value the measurement is automatically ended Select F and then press the Drying time key to change the switch off criterion You can now change the time in 5 second increments using the Scroll up and Scroll down keys Press the Accept entry key With this switch off criterion the measurement process continues until you stop it with the Stop key Timed switch off With this switch off criterion the measurement lasts until the preset drying time has elapsed the time display provides you with continuous information on the drying time If you select this criterion a clock and a time appear in the display You must then enter the desired drying time as follows Press the Drying time key and the time display starts to flash By using the Scroll up and Scroll down
43. lly switches the display mode from AM to MC and from AD to DC A display in the ATRO mode is no longer possible in this case even if you have started your drying operation in the MC DC or g grams display mode Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 29 4 6 Defining the print interval Note This setting option is only available if an external printer is activated in the menu see Section 5 9 If no printer is activated the symbol appears in the display The print interval determines the printout frequency of the intermediate results of an ongoing measurement The following settings are available under this function key Printout at intervals E These 3 settings allow printout of the intermediate results at fixed preset R e intervals You can thus trace the drying process using the printed record The following print intervals are available ere VOI Printout every 30 seconds a 30s amin Printout every minute Vu pases Printout every 5 minutes Manual printout BAe aR INAN With this setting there is no automatic printout However you can print out R Ba Sea k ty the intermediate results at any time with the Print key Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 30 4 7 Performing a measurement You are now familiar with all the parameters of your Moisture Analyzer and have defined all values for your sample The instrument is now r
44. maa naa na nan nananana annan 49 Connecting toan external PANTE 2iv0nuo ottoon Ttaa ty Hoa asa dk hes Ka EE D a 50 IF problems rise on OCCASION ssmm sevaassaseav taa m mn iS kakat i Kana aasian aniani 51 Meaning of the error messages ana a aa aan a na naa naa aa annakaan EER EEEE kka aaaaen 51 Wat isa os ikansenaa kokon ekaa aaki E E E ae ee n h stit n 54 Further useful information svuoaviasauvianaan saana aan ano nnen Van nnIKa nan Ka N N aO non Ka saan nananana Taa van 56 Notes on interpretation of the measurement results and the ideal sample weight ssssss 56 RS232C MI suksi ts oas Tu aka Kt canes haka aa as T IK JATKO E ah n HON K TIINA I SHAAASIN Vaka AKS PAIK a 56 Application BrocNU esris verse ince tauee vaara vu r va K TAPE NA INA AKIKSAASMENN NK SAM STA VR I KNM AE IAIN KA VAKIKSANNENKANA 57 Switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time ereere 57 Technical daidan E AA E E E S 59 MT SICS Interface commands and fuUnCHONS tsicscideaseusrsseasaxveteschenais tari taubaneiecensalsuaritostaneaness 61 Optional equipment expendable material and spare parts sssessessssssseessssssersneennnnnnnrnnernernnns 63 Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer Section 1 6 1 Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer Please read through this Section carefully it contains important information for safe and economical operation of your Moisture Analyzer 1 1 Introduction Thank you for deci
45. n 8 3 Useful tips and a variety of example methods comparison between Halogen Moisture Analyzer results and the oven method can be downloaded from www mt com moisture If you require information on specific applications your METTLER TOLEDO dealer will be pleased to help you to local regulations Application specific data provided by METTLER TOLEDO is intended for Moisture determination applications must be optimized and validated by the user according N guidance only Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 22 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer In this Section we introduce you to the wide range of setting possibilities of your Moisture Analyzer and offer information and tips for optimum setting of the parameters 4 1 The operating concept You already performed your first measurement in Section 2 This measurement was carried out using the factory settings However your instrument offers a number of setting possibilities to match the measurement process to your specific reguirements For instance you can preselect the drying temperature the type of result display and many other parameters O 319 41057 Settings are made using the function keys These keys are on the keyboard directly below the display The setting you select appears in the display directly above the associated key You will learn the available setting possibilities and the function keys in detail
46. o Z Zero immediately Reset Commands and responses MT SICS level 1 D Display DW Weight display Display show Weight Commands and responses MT SICS level 2 DAT Date PWR Power on off TIM Time Commands and responses MT SICS level 3 Control commands HAO Reset application escape HA02 Set factory settings HA03 Switch keypad on off HA05 Start end drying HA06 Trigger audio signal HAO07 Report instrument status change HA08 Request printer record Status inquiries HA20 HA21 HA22 HA23 HA24 HA25 HA26 HA27 Inguiry of instrument status Inguiry of automatic sample chamber position Inguiry of last balance adjustment Inguiry of last heating module adjustment Inguiry of temperature Inguiry of drying weights Inguiry of drying data Inguiry of drying result Instrument settings HA40 HA40X HA61 HA62 Inguiry setting of language Inguiry setting of menu parameter Inguiry setting of method parameters part 1 Inguiry setting of method parameters part 2 Section 8 Further useful information 63 8 7 Optional equipment expendable material and spare parts Designation Order No Notes Optional equipment Adjustment weight 20 g Class F1 158640 Adjustment of balance Temperature adjustment set HA TC 214455 Adjustment of heating module Calibrated temperature adjustment set HA TCC 214528 Adjustment of heating module including test certificate at 50 C 100 C and 160 C Recalib
47. ocation Samples containing readily volatile substances may never reach stability owing to continuous evaporation In In this case you must select manual operating mode for the drying unit see Section 5 7 the printer that is connected does not print Ensure thatthe printer is activated in the menu see Section 5 9 and that the ribbon and paper are correctly installed Check the transmission rate bit parity and handshake incorrect characters are printed Change the bit parity setting of your printer and HB43 to 8b no Check to see if both instruments have the same baud rates ho drying time can be entered Entry of the drying time is possible only if you have selected the switch off criterion Timed switch off with all other switch off criteria this input possibility is not available see Section 4 4 If you attempt to enter a drying time the instrument reports Error 7 see Section 7 1 certain keys are inactive You have protected the parameters switch off criterion print interval etc in the menu against change see Section 5 8 If you attempt to change a parameter the instrument reports Error 10 see Section 7 1 Section 7 If problems arise on occasion 55 the measurement takes too long You have selected an unsuitable switch off criterion An excessive amount of sample can also be the cause of slow drying likewise samples which tend to form a skin which hinders vaporization
48. odule Add the sample to the sample pan Please ensure that the sample is distributed evenly to obtain good analysis results The minimum allowable initial weight is 0 5 g Experience has shown that good results are obtained with sample quantities between 3 and 5 g The status display now prompts you to start the drying process As soon as the sample has been put in close the heating module and the instrument will automatically start the drying and measuring process You can follow the measurement process in the display The status display uses ascending bubbles to symbolize the drying process with the following values being continuously updated and displayed Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 32 Spd pease teas mau Note You can use the Drying temperature key to display the preselected PS aa jedan alo current temperature in the heating module 115 C drying temperature current set temperature for 2 seconds Q 0115 elapsed time since the start of the measurement process iene ae Note If you have selected the switch off criterion Timed switch off the om elapsed drying time will be displayed You can display the preselected drying time for 2 seconds with the Drying time key current result in the preselected display mode You can select a different display mode with the function key at any time even during the measurement If you have connected an external printer to y
49. our instrument and activated it in the menu the measurement value will be printed at the pre selected intervals You can use the Print key to output the intermediate result manually on the printer at any time The units of the intermediate result are as defined in the preselected display mode and can therefore be changed during the drying process by pressing the Display mode function key You will find an explanation of the measurement record in the next Section As soon as the preselected switch off criterion is met or the selected drying time has elapsed an audio signal sounds You can now read off the measurement result in the display You will find information on the interpretation of the measurement results in Section 8 1 The result and time display remain at their final values whereas the temperature continues to be updated O 5 07 85 C Warning Pan and sample may still be hot Allow them to cool before you remove the pan from the handler Section 4 Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer 33 Note You can also manually stop the measurement process prematurely at any time by pressing the Stop key After a measuring time of at least 30 seconds the result will be displayed from the time when the process is stopped If you stop the measurement process sooner or terminate it with the Reset key the measurement result will not be displayed Open the heating module Carefully remo
50. oving the pan from the handler Your first measurement in next to no time Section 2 18 Reset lt To remove the sample pan from the handler lift the pan slightly from below and pull it sideways out of the handler if you no longer need the sample and the pan you can simply tilt the handler until the pan slides ouh Press the Reset key to delete the measurement result from the display The instrument is now ready for the next measurement Congratulations You have just performed your first measurement with your new Moisture Analyzer In the following Section you will find important information on the operating principle of your instrument its adjustment and optimum prepa ration of your samples Section 3 How to obtain the best results 19 3 How to obtain the best results Following your first practical work with the Moisture Analyzer in this Section you will find important information on how to obtain optimum results You will discover what parameters influence the measurement process and how you can match the instrument optimally to your particular measurement task 3 1 Measurement principle of the Halogen Moisture Analyzer Your instrument performs measurements based on the thermogravimetric principle i e the moisture is determined from the weight loss of a sample dried by heating In principle your instrument thus comprises two instruments a precision 60 balance and a heating module In contrast to ot
51. ple with the aid of glass fiber discs See Section 3 3 You have selected a temperature that is too high and the sample has oxidized Lower the drying temperature The sample boils and the splashed drops continuously change the weight Lower the drying temperature Insufficient heating power because the protective glass of the halogen lamp is dirty Clean the protective glass of the halogen lamp see Section 6 1 The temperature sensor is contaminated or faulty Clean the temperature sensor see Section 6 1 or have it replaced by a service engineer The support on which the instrument is standing is not sufficiently stable Use a stable support The surroundings are very unstable vibrations etc Further useful information Section 8 56 8 Further useful information 8 1 Notes on interpretation of the measurement results and the ideal sample weight The accuracy of the measurement results depends on the wet weight and the original moisture of the sample The relative accuracy of the measurement result improves with increasing wet weight While the moisture of the sample is fixed the weight ofthe sample can frequently be determined by the user However with increasing weightthe drying process is lengthened We thus advise you to select the weight of your sample to obtain the repeatability you require You can use the following table to determine the ideal weight for your sample The table does not include the sca
52. ration from HA TCC HA TCCRe 214534 Recalibration with certificate including test certificate at 50 C 100 C and 160 C Reusable sample pan steel height 6 mm HA DR1 214462 Set of 3 piece Reusable sample pan steel height 15 mm 13954 1 piece Transport case 11113855 Sample pan handler HA PH 214526 3 piece Chemically resistant protective cover HA COVER 11113363 2 piece Printer RS P42 229265 Connection cable 11101051 Printer LC P45 including connection cable 229119 Antitheft device 11600361 Expendable material Printer paper 72456 Set of 5 rolls Paper roll self adhesive for printer 11600388 1 piece Ribbon cassette black for printer 65975 Set of 2 piece Aluminum sample pan 90 mm HA D90 13865 Set of 80 piece Reinforced aluminum sample pan 90 mm 11113863 Set of 80 piece Glass fiber filter for liquids HA F1 214464 Set of 100 piece If you reguire other spare parts for your Moisture Analyzer please contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer Index 64 9 Index A Accept entry 23 26 35 36 38 39 41 42 43 44 45 Accuracy 56 Adjust 49 Adjusting the balance 36 Adjusting the heating module 38 Adjustment 20 52 Adjustment data 53 Adjustment of the heating module 38 Adjustment process 36 39 Adjustment record 37 40 Adjustment weight 36 37 52 63 Air bubble 12 Antitheft device 63 Application Brochure 21 57 Application error 51 ATRO dry content 28 ATRO moisture content
53. ructions are also available in foreign languages Should you require a set of instructions in a different language please contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer You will find the address of your nearest dealer in the attached Declaration of Conformity 11780294 Section 2 Your first measurement in next to no time 11 2 Your first measurement in next to no time In the Section you will learn how to put your new Moisture Analyzer into operation and obtain measurement results within a very short space of time 2 1 Unpacking and checking the standard equipment Open the package and remove the instrument and the accessories Check the completeness of the delivery The following accessories are part of the standard equipment of your new Moisture Analyzer 80 aluminum sample pans 1 sample holder 1 sample handler 1 specimen sample circular absorbent glass fiber filter 1 draft shield 1 power cable 1 Operating instructions 1 Application brochure Methods of moisture content determination 1 CE declaration of conformity in separate brochure 11780294 Remove the wrapping from the instrument Check the instrument for transport damage Immediately inform your METTLER TOLEDO dealer if you have any complaints or parts are missing Store all parts of the packaging This packaging guarantees the best possible protection for the transport of your instrument O li Your first measurement in next to no t
54. rying process Close the heating module and the instrument then automatically begins the drying and measuring process O 3 19 O 5 07 105 c J s5 c Section 2 Your first measurement in next to no time 17 Status Drying and measurement You can follow the drying and measurement process in the display The status display uses rising bubbles to symbolize the drying process The current temperature in the heating module displayed as well as the elapsed drying time and the current drying value Further the display shows information on the selected settings You will find additional information on the meaning of the displays and the various setting possibilities in Section 4 If there is an external printer connected to your instrument the measurement results will be printed out continually at intervals of 30 seconds When drying is complete an audio signal sounds You can now read off the moisture content of your sample in the display The star symbol to the left of the measurement result indicates that the result is a calculated result Open the heating module The measurement result is now deleted from the display Likewise you can reset the result by pressing the keys Tare Zero or Reset Carefully remove the sample pan handler from the sample chamber Warning As the pan and sample may still be hot you should let these cool down before rem
55. s e The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 42 5 6 Entering the date In this menu item you enter the current date This is only necessary the first time you put your instrument into operation or if it needs to be corrected Sci the date with the Scroll up and Scroll down keys in the format Day N Month Year DD MM YYYY Confirm your entry with the Accept entry key and your instrument stores the date V Note If US English is used as the dialog language the entry has the format Month Day Year MM DD YYYY 5 7 Selecting the start mode for drying With this menu item you select whether drying should be started automatically or manually At the factory your instrument is already set to automatic drying In automatic start mode the instrument determines the initial wet weight and begins drying when the heating module is closed This SmartStart function enables you to perform the entire drying process without pressing a single key In manual start mode drying does not start automatically when the heating module is closed When the Start key is pressed the initial wet weight which is important for determining the moisture content is recorded This can be done with the heating module open or closed Drying only begins when the heating module is subsequently closed We recommend manual start mode for samples which contain highly volatile substances In manual s
56. seful information for optimum utilization of your Moisture Analyzer To order your personal copy please contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer Example methods and applications can be found at www mt com moisture Moisture determination applications must be optimized and validated by the user according A to local regulations Application specific data provided by METTLER TOLEDO is intended for guidance only 8 4 Switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time With the switch off criterion Weight loss per unit of time drying is automatically ended as soon as the mean weight loss A g in mg per unit of time A t in seconds drops below a preset value 5 levels are preprogrammed in the factory each with a fixed weight loss per unit of time Further a Free switch off criterion allows you to define the weight loss per unit of time yourself The following applies to the individually selectable levels A gin mg A t in seconds Switch off criterion 1 1 mg 10 seconds Switch off criterion 2 1 mg 20 seconds Switch off criterion 3 1 mg 50 seconds Switch off criterion 4 1 mg 90 seconds Switch off criterion 5 1 mg 140 seconds Switch off criterion F free 1 mg 5 seconds to 180 seconds The graph below exemplifies the mode of operation of the switch off operation not to scale Further useful information Section 8 58 A Weight of sample Weight of sample
57. sensor 5 Avoid touching the round halogen lamp If you have to remove any splashes deposits or spots of grease from the halogen lamp it is advisable to use a weak organic solvent such as ethanol for example ethanol After the temperature sensor has been cleaned we recommend you to adjust the heating module see Section 5 3 6 2 Replacing the power line fuse If the display of your instrument remains dark after switching on this is most probably because the instrument s power line fuse is defective To change the fuse proceed as follows Disconnect the instrument from the power supply The power line fuse is located inside the back of the instrument Using a screwdriver turn the fuse holder to the left and pull it out of the instrument Check the condition of the fuse Replace a faulty fuse with a fuse of the same type and with the same rated value 5 x 20 mm T6 3 H 250 V value or to short out bridge the fuse because this can It is not allowed to use a fuse of a different type or rated N put your safety at risk and damage the instrument Servicing and replacing individual parts Section 6 50 6 3 Connecting to an external printer To prepare the printer for use proceed as follows Disconnect the instrument from the power supply Connect the printer The HB43 is fitted with a 9 pin f socket for this purpose The RS P42 and LC P45 plain paper printers
58. settings of the instrument Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 35 In this Section you will learn how to use the menu to define the s your instrument uses for operation You will also learn how to adjusting the built in balance and the heating module 5 1 Menu operation The menu is a list of selection possibilities which you can use to preselect the basic setting of your instrument The menu comprises various options you will find an overview diagram of all menu options in Section 5 14 In addition to the settings which are numbered for clarity certain functions e g balance adjustment and heating module adjustment can also be performed All menu settings are retained even in the event of a power failure Weight adjust no yes yes Reset lt Using the menu is simple Press the Menu key to call up the menu You are now directly in the first menu item adjustment of the balance As long as you are working in the menu the word Menu is lit up in the display You can use the Scroll up and Scroll down keys to switch between the selection possibilities within the current menu items and hence select the desired setting or execute the particular function When you have set your desired option in a menu item press the Accept entry key to store the setting and call up the next menu item Note After a balance or heating module adjustment has been performed the instrument
59. start the adjustment process and the heating module adjustment will begin The heating module is heated to a temperature of 100 C You can follow this process in the temperature display The instrument now waits 15 minutes until the temperature ajustment set hows the correct temperature an audio signal then sounds Read the temperature adjustment set through the inspection window of the heating module and enter this temperature using the Scroll up and Scroll down keys please note 1 graduation mark 2 C After entering the value press the Accept entry key The temperature must be entered within 10 minutes of the audio signal sounding otherwise the adjustment process will be terminated and an error message outputted As this adjustment is a two point adjustment adjustment of the temper ature is defined by two points namely 100 C and 160 C the heating module now heats to the second temperature 160 C Proceed exactly as you did for the firsttemperature After you have confirmed your entry with the Accept entry key the adjustment is at an end The menu basic settings of the instrument Section 5 40 Temperature adj 9 0 00 158 Temperature adj done A DRYER UNIT ADJUSTM 31 07 2003 09 59 METTLER TOLEDO Halogen MoistureAnalyzer Type HB43 SNR 1101234567 SW 2 00 Adjustment number 158 Temperature 100 C 102 C Temperature 160 C 159 C
60. sture Analyzer is used as a precision balance During the drying the current weight is continuously displayed in grams Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 28 Before After drying drying Before drying os U 0 After drying o ATRO moisture content The moisture content of the sample is displayed and printed out as a percentage of the dry weight DW final weight 100 When the results are printed out the ATRO moisture content is marked by XAM ATRO Moisture Content e g 255 33 AM and shown as a negative value Wet weight WW Dry weight DW AM 0 1000 _ 100 Dry weight WW During the drying the current measured value is continuously displayed in percent ATRO dry content Wet weight The wet weight of the sample is displayed and printed out as a percentage of the dry weight DW final weight 100 When the results are printed out the ATRO dry content is marked by AD ATRO Dry Content e g 312 56 AD Wet weight DW AD 100 1000 100 Dry weight WW During the drying the current measured value is continuously displayed in percent Comment on the ATRO display mode Ifthe current measured value in the ATRO display mode is greater or less than the predefined limit value i e greater than 999 99 AD or less than 999 99 AM a warning beep sounds and the instrument automatica
61. t Note The number in the lower left corner of the display shows the number of adjustments carried out to date If you press the Print key in this status and an external printer is connected the information from the last adjustment made will be printed out If you wish to adjust the integral balance select yes using the Scroll down key Press the Accept entry key to start the adjustment process Now follow the instructions on the display If a weight has been placed on the weighing pan you will be prompted to remove it There should still be an empty sample pan on the pan carrier The balance now takes the zero point and asks for the adjustment weight Weight adjust 158 20 000 g Please put weight on pan Weight adjust 158 0 000 g Please remove weight Weight adjust 158 done Weight adjustment done BALANCE ADJUSTMENT 31 07 2003 09 54 METTLER TOLEDO Halogen MoistureAnalyzer Type HB43 SNR 1101234567 SW 2 00 Adjustment number 158 Weight ID Weight 20 000 g External adj done Signature Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 37 Place the reguested adjustment weight in the middle of the sample pan The weight is automatically recorded Note An adjustment weight of 20 grams is used for adjustment The adjustment weight is available as optional eguipment see Section 8 6 The instrument stores the determined wei
62. t Dialog display measured values menu dialog text entry etc Leveling screw Antitheft device socket Power supply receptacle Power line fuses RS232C interface connection 2 4 4 4 4 3 4 5 4 6 4 5 4 2 4 4 7 1 7 2 2 4 all 2 3 2 3 2 3 6 2 Contents 4 Contents 5 10 5 11 5 12 Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer ccccccscssseecsecseeceeseeeeseeseeeseeeseesesessaeeneenseseseensnes 6 61118 6 8 0 0 AT eno seen sends as eae PIS PIENEN 6 What is the Halogen Moisture Analyzer used for uuooussss aani aa n naakka eaa a aa nannaa 6 Safety NAS PIONIN samoissa kieras Kotan nta EA EO A A ERA ATEO Kes n S at ESR 8 Important information for these instructions ccoooossssiii nannaa aan eee eseeeeseeenenanneneeess 10 Your first measurement in next to no time cccooooooiiin nn n n a aa a Kanaa nananana 11 Unpacking and checking the standard equipment annan a na anna naa naa naa nnnan 11 Selecting MEIOCHION acter dissin sioeilunativa v is Fa a Tn CT SIS OHO Kd O T TI Kasa aut sa NOD 12 Setting up leveling and connecting to power SUPPIY uuuusssssss aa nn kannan aa reren 12 Your first Measurement kkka kaka aa aa aaa EPEETAN E G aan aan nananana naa annan 14 How 10 0Dtoli the HOST results o ojmmsamsssssaaaa vaa onnka aa akan mann KN Sanaan s n vana ana NNN NN 19 Measurement principle of the Halogen Moisture Analyzer ccc eeeee
63. tart mode you have time for further preparation of the sample e g mixing the sample with silica sand or distributing it evenly because weight lost by evaporation during the preparation time is already recorded In manual start mode you can even open the heating module while drying is taking place If this is done the drying process is not terminated as it is in automatic mode but only interrupted until the heating module is closed again The factory setting in this menu item is Auto automatic operating mode If you wish to switch to the manual operating mode select Manual and confirm this with the Accept entry key Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 43 5 8 How to activate the key protection In this menu item you can protect the working parameters e g switch off criterion drying temperature etc and all menu items except key protection against being changed unintentionally Key protection Off On The instrument is set in the factory to allow the parameters to be changed Key protection Off If you wish to protect the settings against change selection Key protection On and confirm this with the Accept entry key The display shows the padlock symbol and the following settings can then no longer be changed Switch off criterion Drying program Display mode Print interval Drying temperature Drying time Menu except key protection
64. the basic requirements of every quality assurance system Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 41 5 4 Resetting to the factory settings In this menu item you have the possibility the reset the basic settings of the instrument to the factory setting Warning With the exception of the time date and dialog language all individual settings you have made in the menu will be lost and replaced by the factory settings The factory setting in this menu item is no If you really wish to delete your individual menu settings select yes and confirm this with the Accept entry key Factory Reset no yes 5 5 Setting the time Your Moisture Analyzer is fitted with a built in clock If you have connected a printer to the RS232C interface the time and date you have set are printed out on each report When you put your new instrument into operation for the first time you should enter the current date and the time these settings are retained even if you disconnect your instrument from the power supply In this menu ifem you enter the current time This is necessary when putting your instrument into operation for the first time and for possible corrections e g changeover from summer to winter time Menu Set the time with the Scroll up and Scroll down keys Range 00 00 AN N 23 59 pee 5H ED the time Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument store
65. ticular stage in a measurement is currently being executed by the instrument and the next operating step To exclude faulty handling in routine work the keypad can be locked to prevent access to all but the elementary functions The Moisture Analyzer conforms with all common standards and directives It supports stipulations work techniques and result records as demanded by all international quality assurance systems e g GLP Good Laboratory Practice GMP Good Manufacturing Practice The instrument has a CE declaration of conformity and METTLER TOLEDO as the manufacturer has been awarded ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification This provides you with the assurance that your capital investment is protected in the long term by a high product quality and a comprehensive service package repairs maintenance servicing adjustment service As far as the features and possibilities of your Moisture Analyzer are concerned we shall content ourselves at present with the above brief description You will find further information in the following sections of these operating instructions Please read through this information carefully to ensure you can use your instrument in an optimum and safe manner Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer Section 1 8 1 3 Safety has priority A E Your Moisture Analyzer employs state of the art technology and meets the latest demands regarding instrument safety This notwit
66. tion error number Undefined condition Pull out the power supply plug and allow the instrument to cool for at least 5 minutes If this error occurs repeatedly please contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer and inform him of the displayed number Error 11 Adjustment data lost The heating module and balance adjustment data and the method and menu settings have been lost Cause Power interruption while being stored Do heating module and balance adjustment Make settings If problems arise on occasion Section 7 54 7 2 What if the display remains dark after switching on no line voltage power cable not connected blown power line fuse instrument faulty Ensure that the instrument is connected to the power supply and that power is actually supplied Check the power line fuse of the instrument and replace if necessary see Section 6 2 Ifthe instrument still refuses to function contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer after switching on 0 000 flashes in the display The sample pan holder is not installed Install the sample pan holder the symbol of the stability detector is continuously lit up immediately after the start As soon as the symbol of the stability detector fades the weighing result is stable and is accepted as a wet weight If the symbol does not fade your instrument is probably at an unsuitable location vibrations shocks powerful drafts etc Seek a more suitable l
67. to 2400 bd at the factory 5 11 Setting bit parity With this menu item you can set the character format for transmission across the serial interface Menu oe The follwing settings are available 20 b no 7b even 7b odd 8b no Bit Parity 7b even Kuka You can use the Scroll up and Scroll down keys to change the setting Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will store the bit parity setting Bit Parity is set to 7b even at the factory If in the menu you have selected a language other than English some symbols may not be displayed correctly if the instrument is set to the factory settings In this case change the bit parity setting of your printer and HB43 to 8b no Section 5 The menu basic settings of the instrument 45 5 12 Setting the handshake With this menu item you can set the character format for transmission across the serial interface The following settings are available Off Software Xon Xoff Hardware RTS CTS Handshake You can use the Scroll up and Scroll down keys to change the setting N Confirm your setting with the Accept entry key and the instrument will E N store the handshake setting The factory setting is Off no handshake 5 13 Setting the contrast and brightness You can use these 2 menu items to adjust the contrast and brightness of the display Menu The contrast can be set in the range O 100
68. tter due to the sample and its preparation An example will suffice A result with a repeatability of 0 1 is expected As the following table shows your sample should have a minimum weight of 3 grams Repeatability of the result Minimum sample weight 0 03 10g 0 1 3g 0 3 1g 8 2 RS232C interface So that your Moisture Analyzer can be connected to a perpheral device e g printer or computer it is fitted with an RS232C interface as standard pata 9 Pin socket lt RD an To adapt it to the other device the trasnmission parameters can be set in the menu see Section 5 10 HAND SHAKE The many ways in which the HB43 Moisture Analyzer can document results can only be fully utilized if a printer is connected for example the METTLER SGND IN OUT J TOLEDO LC P45 or RS P42 The printed results are a decisive contribution so OJO to simplifying working procedures in accordance with GLP GMP 90 amp O6 For interface commands please refer to the Reference Manual METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set 11780409 available from your METTLER TOLEDO dealer or download from the Internet www mt com moisture More Information please find in the Section 8 6 Section 8 Further useful information 57 8 3 Application Brochure The application brochure for moisture determination from METTLER TOLEDO order number 11795011 contains a great deal of u
69. ve the sample pan handler from the sample chamber Press the Reset or Tare zero key to delete the final result and the time 3 display If you do not wish to perform another measurement switch the instrument U off with the On Off key and close the drying unit 4 8 Information on the measurement record If your instrument is connected to an external printer and ifthe printer has been activated in the menu the intermediate values will be printed out atthe preselected intervals and the final result recorded on completion of the measurement The layout of the measurement record The illustrations on the next page show a number of examples of measurement records If you have not worked with the factory settings e g for the print interval display mode etc your record may differ slightly from that shown Practical application of your Moisture Analyzer Section 4 34 a gt C ITO MOO R ovo z2 r MOISTURE DETERMINATION METTLER TOLEDO Halogen MoistureAnalyzer Type HB43 SNR 1101234567 SW 2 00 Switchoff mode 2 Standard drying Drying temp Disp mode Wet weight 165 0 100 1 276 30 min 9 00 min 13 30 min 00 min Total time Dry weight End result Sample ID Comments Signature e 13 La 07x2 003 0 7282 6 02 min close 30 min 102 40 AD 31 min open 00 min 107 53 AD 06 min close 1 21 min 2 598 G 109 55 AD Total time Dry weight
70. y about the current status of the instrument and prompts you to execute the next operating step shown flashing Initial status with heating module closed Open the heating module Status Ready for taring The status display flashes and prompts you to load the empty sample pan Place the empty sample pan in the sample pan handler this is possible without tilting the sample pan if you insert this in the pan handler from the side directly below the round flange Place the sample pan handler in the draft shield Ensure that the tongue of the pan handler fits exactly in the slot of the draft shield The sample pan must lie flat in the pan holder Note We advise you to work with the sample pan handler at all times The pan handler is ergonomic safe and provides protection against possible burns due to the hot sample pan Close the heating module This sets the balance installed in the Moisture Analyzer to zero If you only operate the Tare Zero key you will be requested to close the heating module Status Ready for weighing After taring the status display flashes and prompts you to place the sample in the sample pan Your first measurement in next to no time Section 2 16 Open the heating module Place the specimen sample in the sample pan Wet the specimen sample with a few drops of water Status Ready for start The status display flashes and prompts you to start the d
71. y volatile substances in the sample also prevent a stable weighing result being detected Error 2 Wrong adjustment weight Either no weight or the wrong weight has been placed on the sample pan during adjustment Load required adjustment weight Error 3 Sample weight too low Sample weight below 0 5 g Weigh in a sample of al least 0 5 g Error 4 Missing tare weight Sample vessel has not been tared Tare sample vessel Error 8 Temp entry missing In the heating module adjustment the wait time of 10 minutes for entry of the temperature value has been exceeded Repeat heating module adjustment and enter temperature values before elapse of the wait time 105 c Error 9 Function error Error 9 Function error Error 11 Adjustment data lost Section 7 If problems arise on occasion 53 Function error indicate that a program or hardware error exists The message Function error appears in the display together with the respective error number and a clear text explanation of the error in the second line In such a case disconnect the instrument from the power supply Should the error reappear after reconnection to the power supply contact your METTLER TOLEDO dealer to arrange an appointment for diagnosis and repair Note the error number in order to facilitate the work of the service engineer Display Cause Remedy Display Cause Remedy Error 9 Func

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