C-130 Manual E Rev0101
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1. gt 2 4 When you press e the display changes from C 130 to USER to confirm the input Note When C 130 is displayed input the C 130 bace caliblation curve 01 value When USER is displayed input the User Standard value Note The 1 in the upper right corner indicates the sample number As you continue inputting this will change from 2 to 5 Procedure 2 Input user standard values This example shows how to input Sample 1 21 1 Press these numbers in the order shown gt 2 3 Press to confirm Sample 1 The display will change from USER to C 130 and the upper right number will change from 1 to 2 Repeat Procedure 1 and Procedure 2 to input Samples 2 to 5 Once you have input Sample 5 press to complete the calibration curve input operation Procedure 3 Confirming input calibration data 03 C 130 USER Calibration curve data is displayed in 2 stages First the bottom 1 24 7 21 1 3 whiteness values are displayed and then after pressing 2 39 1 45 4 the key the next 2 whiteness values are displayed The 3 58 5 67 2 confirmation operation is complete if the input values are correct PRINT Note If an error is made during input press to return to the calibration curve input sc2. press the g while decimal point is flashing 4 The display will change to the menu screen 5 Press to display STD MENU 1 WHITENESS STD VAL 6 Input the 3 digit number on the whiteness standard plate 2 SELECT NUMBER and press m Note If an input error is made press to go back INPUT STD Note The input range is 80 0 to 99 9 g a a D 7 WARMING UP will display followed momentarily by the value of the whiteness standard plate Once it is displayed ST press the oo key to switch to the measurement mode and remove the whiteness standard plate a 15 8 3 Fuse replacement 1 2 Turn off the power and remove the power cord The fuse holder is located at the rear of the main unit Insert a flathead screwdriver into the upper side of the fuse holder and pull out Remove the fuse from the fuse holder to check if it is blown burned Return the fuse holder if it is not blown If it is replace the fuse 120V 3 15A Return the fuse holder into the main unit Reconnect the power cord Note If the fuse blows after replacing it the machine may be malfunctioning and should be inspected and repaired Contact us or the local agent 8 4 Output to printer optional By connecting an optional printer it is possible to print out measurement data and other details Configure the settings for the printer VZ 330 and then connect it to the C
3. 02 DARK been inserted when attempting to plate and repeat the sensitivity perform a sensitivity adjustment adjustment process Electrical circuit malfunction Needs repair ERROR 03 LED VOLTAGE Electrical circuit malfunction Needs repair Electrical circuit malfunction Needs repair 17 m Calibration curve number Calibration curve name Sample name N ae Base Calibration Curve 01 or User Standard Method ee se a Sample Sample Calibration curve number Calibration curve name Sample name J enon PAE Base Calibration Curve 01 or User Standard Method ee m m m C 18 Notes e Copying some or all of the contents of this user manual without prior written consent is strictly prohibited e The contents of this user manual may be changed at any time in the future without any prior notice e The appearance and or representations of the products and parts depicted in this user manual may not appear exactly as their actual counterparts but this does not affect their operation or functionality e This user manual was intended to be written as clearly and accurately as possible However if you are unclear about anything in this user manual or notice any missing information please contact us directly e We cannot be held responsible for any actions or effects resulting from the execution of any operations outlined in this user manual KETT ELECTRIC LABORATORY 1
4. 1 7 2 1 Caution About user calibration curves For users of previous models C 100 measurement values compared to those of previous models may be different when measuring samples other than starch Additionally there may be a need for a different calibration curve than the factory standard provided depending on the measurement requirements e g customer internal standards In such cases it is possible to calculate the reading by creating a user calibration curve Note You can register up to 9 user calibrations from 02 to 10 Creating a calibration curve Sample preparation Prepare 5 samples of various whiteness levels Samples should include the upper and lower limits of the whiteness values you intend to measure As an example if you wish to measure whiteness between 40 and 95 you should include a sample with a whiteness of approximately 40 and a sample with a whiteness of approximately 95 Reading the sample Read the prepared sample using the machine s by Measurement Mode Base Calibration Curve 01 Measure the sample using the previous instrument or the user s standard method Record the sample readings per Table 1 Please copy and use the Creating a Calibration Curve Table P 18 Caution When making the table rank the whiteness values of 130 s should be from smallest to largest Note At least two samples should be used when creating a calibration curve If less than five sam
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6. 130 using the printer cable VZC 14 Note Refer to the printer s user manual for instructions on how to connect the printer Press ON OFF to switch to the device s print function The INT printer is ON when PRINT is displayed after pressing ou NO PRINT indicates that the printer is OFF When the printer is ON readings for measurement periods as well as the reading after the key has been pressed can be printed Note Measurement results that are outside of the measurement range cannot be printed 16 PRINT Std 01 NO PRINT 3rd 01 lt Printout example gt WHITENESS TESTER Model C 130 Calibration No 01 TIMES 83 2 83 4 82 9 83 1 83 2 AVERAGE 83 2 8 5 RS 232C Output 1 RS 232C output interface specifications m Transmission format Asynchronous send only m Signal format Baud rate gt 2400bps s sss S r Data bit length 8 bit LL pera 0 data bit stop bit Parity Non Ls oe Stop byte 1 byte Code ASCII 2 C 130 and RS 232C cable connection m Printer VZ 330 for use with VZC 14 cable GND 8 6 Error display If an error occurs with this instrument an error number and message will be displayed ERROR 01 LEAK Electrical circuit malfunction Needs repair No whiteness standard plate has Insert the whiteness standard ERROR
7. It is attached for Power cord A for 100V 120V uses only 4 Description of Operation Keys lt Operation panel gt Select calibration curve and input numerical value 0 Used to input numerical values Turn printer on off When changing numerical values use this key as the backspace key Switch between measurement mode and standard plate check mode Measurement mode Use for normal sample measurements and when creating a user calibration curve Standard plate check mode Use when adjusting whiteness standard plate for sensitivity Used for sensitivity calibration Used to confirm numerical value input Used to display the average of measured values 5 Preparing for Measurement 5 1 Connecting the power cord Caution Power supply voltage may be different when using this product in other countries Please only use a power cord designed for your country Insert the power cord into the power supply connector on the rear of the main unit If the power supply is a three prong plug 100V 120V outlet insert the power cord into VAC outlet See the right figure and in case of 100V 120V use with the blade plug connector Connect the included power plug conversion adapter into the power cord first then plug the cord into a 100V 120V power outlet Next connect the ground wire on the power cord to the ground Caution If 200V 240V outlet is used power cord B should be used Caution If the power s
8. Powder Whiteness Tester C 130 User Manual Safety Precautions If this whiteness tester is not used according to the safety precautions accidents can occur which may cause damage to the instrument the operator or other items Our design has included substantial consideration for product safety but please ready the precautions contained in this user manual and use the product correctly m Please obey all safety precautions Please thoroughly read the precautions included in the user manual m Please do not use this product if it is not working properly If the product should break or malfunction please contact the retail outlet where you purchased the product or our company directly m Interpreting warning symbols The following symbol is displayed in this user manual to help prevent accidents from occurring due to the incorrect use of this device This symbol indicates that if ignored and if the device is incorrectly used physical p damage or user injury may occur Caution g Jay y Table of Contents 1 Measurement Principles and Characteristics sssssseeeeee 4 Ze SPOCINC AU ONS sineera antec once cce a Eene naaa Ea ESE aaia 5 3 Part Names amp ACCESSOTICS ceeeeeeeeeeee eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeneees 6 4 Description of Operation KeyS cc seceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 7 5 Preparing for MeaSurement ccccceececeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeese
9. Remove the whiteness standard plate E 7SN Ay INSERT STD ERROR 01 LEAK CHECK STD Example When a whiteness standard plate value of 86 5 is selected 6 Measurement Caution Before performing any measurements use the glass wiper to clean the glass filter of the main unit refer to 8 1 6 1 How to pack the sample see the separate Simple Guide to Sampling Note The following is the standard measurement method for starch Different packing methods will apply to samples with larger diameters viscosity moisture runny sample etc 1 Heap the sample onto the sample platter 2 Use the spoon with spatula to pack down the sample 3 Use the spoon with spatula to level off the sample to the height of the edge of the sample platter Note An accurate measurement cannot be taken if there are cracks or lumps in the surface of the sample Use the spatula to make the surface as flat and smooth as possible Note When the surface of the sample to be measured is as flat as possible the measurement will be very accurate Note If powder sticks to the outside or bottom of the sample platter clean it with the brush Powder stuck to the sample platter may cause it to tilt resulting in the measurement not being accurate While cleaning the sample platter the spatula may be used to hold down the sample and keep the surface flat and smooth Note Depending on th
10. ation curve 01 Note Please refer to 7 How to Make a User Calibration Curve for information on how to register a user calibration curve Set the whiteness standard plate SEL In Measurement Mode use the o key to select the calibration curve input mode The instrument restarts after you input your desired calibration curve number and press the eves key The main unit startup procedure follows the same sequence refer to 5 3 and returns to measurement mode At the time of measurement the calibration curve number will be displayed 40 Sample Platter Calibration Curve Number Whiteness Number of Measurements SELECT i m Average Value This device can display the average value for 2 9 AVERAGE measurements After measuring 2 9 times press the key and the average value in addition to the number of measurements will display Displaying the average om m value deletes all previous values and makes the next measurement the first measurement of the next set The number of measurements is displayed after each measurement However the display will show 1 in the following situations 1 After pressing the key 2 After the number of measurements has reached 9 3 After changing to Standard Plate Check Mode 4 After changing the calibration curve number 6 5 Adjusting for Sensitivity After performing measurements for a long period of time the sensiti
11. e printer output Temperature 5 40 C Humidity 30 85 non condensing Blue LED RS 232C AC 100V 120V 50 60HZz Power cord A Flat blade attachment plug Type A 1 AC 200V 240V 50 60HZz Power cord B Round pin attachment plug Type C 4 16W AC100V 120V AC200 240V 4W AC100V 120V AC200 240V 375 W x 220 D x 250 H mm 7 0kg Whiteness standard plate Whiteness standard plate case Sample platter x 5 Sample platter holder Spoon with spatula Brush cleaning brush Blower brush Glass wiper Replacement fuse Power cord Power plug conversion adapter Simple guide to sampling User manual Printer VZ 330 printer cable VZC 14 3 Part Names amp Accessories lt Main Unit gt lt Front Side gt lt Rear Side gt Power Switch Power Connector Fuse Holder RS 232C Connector Drawer lt Included Parts with part numbers gt Ge Whiteness Standard Plate Whiteness Standard Plate Case Sample Platter x 5 Sample Platter Holder Spoon With Spatula C 130 01 C 130 02 C 130 03 C 130 04 C 130 05 P Brush Cleaning Brush Blower Brush Glass Wiper Replacement Fuse C 130 06 C 130 07 C 130 08 C 130 09 C 130 10 lt Optional Parts gt AS Power Cord A Power Cord B Power Plug Simple Guide to Sampling User Manual Printer VZ 330 _ Printer Connector Cable VZC 14 100V 120V 220V 240V Conversion Adapter C 130 13 C 130 14 C 130 15 C 130 16 C 130 11 A C 130 11 B C 130 12
12. e sample contact with the air may cause drying or an increase in moisture content When handling such samples it is necessary to move quickly to the next operation after packing down the sample Note If several samples are measuring at the same time Sample Platter Holder is useful in this purpose 9 6 2 Setting the sample platter Open the drawer and place the sample platter inside the drawer Note If there are any contaminants stuck in the area where you place the sample platter or drawer the platter will tilt and it will not be possible to get an accurate measurement Always keep the inside of the drawer clean 6 3 Closing the drawer Slowly completely close the drawer Note Light entering through any gaps may make accurate readings impossible Note Impacts while closing the drawer may cause cracks in the sample surface leading to inaccurate measurements Please slowly close the drawer 6 4 Measurement After closing the drawer the calibration curve number the number of the measurement and whiteness value will be displayed automatically Note If the reading is outside of the measurement range UNDER or OVER will be displayed Selecting the Calibration Curve The C 130 can have up to ten calibration curves 01 is for the base calibration curve and 02 10 provide for nine additional customer calibrations that can be stored and later retrieved Note The factory setting is the base calibr
13. eneeeeeees 8 G MGASUPGINGIIG acoso ictes caches hecsdecscecsecteeteecesade cages escdetenecapetiitieneteaeee 9 7 How to Make User Calibration Curve ccccccccccceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 12 8 Maintenance amp Other FUNCTIONS 0 ccscceceeceeececeeceeececcecceceeceeceeees 15 1 Measurement Principles and Characteristics Measurement Principles This device measures powder whiteness according to our own uniquely developed standards It measures reflectivity and utilizes two blue LEDs as its light source The light from the blue LEDs is passed through a diffuser panel and shined onto the sample surface at 45 degree angles from both the left and right A photo diode measures the amount of reflected light The whiter the sample the more light is reflected back and detected and thus a higher measurement value is registered The LEDs are a blue color with a 466nm center wavelength They are adjusted to provide a similar measurement that the previous model C 100 created when used with it s blue filter In addition to having a starch calibration curve built in as the base calibration curve a function allowing the user to set their own calibration curves is also included making it possible to measure the whiteness of a variety of powders lt Configuration Diagram gt ae Fluorescent Photo Diode LED Diffuser Panel c gt Dust Control Filter Sample Characteristics The
14. new C 130 model is smaller and more compact than our previous C 100 model Furthermore using blue LED light sources allow for a longer light source lifetime reduced power consumption and reduced heat generation In addition the required sample size has been greatly reduced Using starch as an example about 13 5g of sample was required in the C 100 The C 130 only requires approximately 5 5g of starch Not only has ease of packing of the sample been improved but the amount of time spent preparing for the measurement has been reduced Finally sensitivity calibration when the device is turned on has been reduced allowing measurements to begin must faster than with previous models 2 Specifications Measurement method Accepted samples Measured item Measurement range Resolution Display method Functions Usable temperature humidity range Light source External output Power source Power consumption maximum Power consumption normal Dimensions Weight Included Parts Optional Parts Reflectivity measurement Various types of powder Starch Wheat flour Tapioca flour Cement etc starch is the base calibration curve but the user can set their own calibrations Whiteness Different from JIS definition It is diffierent from HAKU SHO KUDO which is defined in JIS JIS Japan Industrial Standard 5 0 120 0 0 1 Fluorescent display tube User calibration curve sensitivity adjustment notification averag
15. ng the switch on the back panel of the main unit Shortly after WARMING UP is shown on the display press the g while decimal point is flashing The display will change to the menu screen Press 2 to switch to the calibration curve number input screen SEL Using keys o to s select the calibration numbers into 02 to 10 then press w to finish In our example the data is input to 03 Note 01 is reserved for the base calibration curve and cannot be used for user calibrations Display of calibration curve data Note Calibration curve data is displayed in 2 stages First the bottom 3 whiteness values are displayed 1 3 and then after pressing the key the next 2 whiteness values are displayed 4 5 Note The values shown in the C 130 column are the measurements in the base calibration curve 01 The values shown in the USER column are the values input by the user Before calibration both the C 130 and USER values are the same 7 Press to display the calibration curve input screen 13 1 WHITENESS STD VAL 2 SELECT NUMBER SELECT NUMBER SELECT NUMBER U3 03 C 130 USER 1 60 0 60 0 2 70 0 70 0 3 80 0 80 0 03 C 130 1 Procedure 1 Input C 130 s value in Base Calibration Curve 01 This example shows how to input Sample 1 24 7 Press these numbers in the order shown s
16. ples are used repeat the largest value for the remaining items As an example when three samples are used sample three values should be repeated for sample four and five in both columns 12 lt Example User calibratur Curve gt 120 100 80 60 40 own standards 20 0 Previous model reading or user s 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 C 130 Base Calibration Curve 01 lt Table 1 gt Sample Name Talc Calibration Curve CC Number 03 Calibration Curve Name Talc Calibration Curve Reading from previous C 130 instrument or according to user standard method Sample 24 7 Ls 21 1 Sample 391 gt 45 4 Sample 58 5 4 67 2 Sample 85 2 82 9 Sample 98 7 a 102 4 Data shold be entered from 1 and then entered as directed by the allows 7 3 Input the calibration curve Example Input the data from Table 1 into Calibration Curve 03 Note User calibration curves can be registered in nine locations from 02 to 10 Note Use the number keys to input numeric values If the whiteness value to be input is less than a 3 digit number place a zero 0 at the beginning of the number and then input RINT Note If you make an error while inputting press the DEL key and re input the value After inserting the Whiteness Standard Plate turn on the power usi
17. reen Press to restart the unit and begin normal operations Press refer to 5 3 Starting up the main unit Note If a different calibration curve is input into a curve slot that has already been registered the previous input will be deleted and overwritten with the new information We recommend keeping a printed copy of previously generated calibration curve data 8 Maintenance amp Other Functions 8 1 Cleaning the main unit glass filter and drawer rails If the main unit glass filter is dirty accurate readings are not possible Also contaminants on the drawer rails will cause the drawer to slide unevenly Both areas should be regularly cleaned 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Turn over the main unit Note Always remove the drawer before turning over the main unit Turning over the main unit while the whiteness standard plate and sample platter are still inside may cause the drawer to jam 3 Clean the glass filter Clean the drawer rails with cleaning brush C 130 07 There is a ridge around a section of the glass filter on the bottom of the main unit Be very careful not to damage the Caution ridge 8 2 Input the whiteness standard plate value Note This process is necessary when exchanging the whiteness standard plate 1 If the machine is on turn it off 2 Place the whiteness standard plate into the main unit 3 Shortly after WARMING UP is shown on the display
18. upply is 200V 240V with a flat blade plug the conversion adapter should be prepared by yourself Caution If the power supply is 100V 120V with a round pin plug the conversion adapter should be prepared by yourself 5 2 Whiteness standard plate set As shown in the diagram insert the whiteness standard plate into the drawer of the main unit and close the drawer Note To ensure proper placement of the whiteness standard plate there is a pin that protrudes from the bottom Make sure the pin goes into the hole in the drawer Note Be sure not to touch or scratch the hole on whiteness standard plate If it gets dirty clean it with the glass cleaner Note Keep the whiteness standard plate in the case when not in use Use the magnetic bottom of the case to hang it in a convenient place or on the instrument 5 3 Starting up the main unit 1 2 Turn the power switch located on the back of the main unit to ON WARMING UP is displayed Dots will flash for about 20 seconds Note If the whiteness standard plate is incorrectly placed when you turn on the power switch Insert STD or Error 01 Leak will display If this occurs correctly insert the whiteness standard plate into the drawer see 5 2 When powering up if the machine is set to standard plate check mode the whiteness standard plate value will display If you press the oo key it will change to measurement mode and CHECK STD will disappear
19. vity of the device may need to be re calibrated Therefore the sensitivity must be periodically checked Caution If a sensitivity adjustment is required C will be 01 displayed in the upper right corner of the display 1 Press the oo key and CHECK STD will display You can cm then switch to the Standard Plate Check Mode CHECK STD 2 The value of the whiteness standard plate will be measured if you place the whiteness standard plate and close the drawer a 3 Sensitivity is misaligned when the measured value and y 9 CHECK STD the value recorded on the whiteness standard plate do not match While the whiteness standard plate is still in the machine press the aay key and the sensitivity will be automatically adjusted 4 Press the coe key to switch from Standard Plate Check Mode back to Measurement Mode CHECK STD will disappear 5 Remove the whiteness standard plate Note The whiteness standard plate can be measured during Measurement Mode While the reading may be different during Standard Plate Check Mode this is not unusual Note For accurate whiteness measurements it is important to regularly adjust instrument sensitivity the brightness of light You are more likely to see the C indicator in the top right of the display either immediately after startup or when substantial humidity changes alter the light transmission near the LEDs 11 7 How to Make a User Calibration Curve 7
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