Ankom 2000 User manual

Operator’s Manual
2052 O’Neil Rd, Macedon NY 14502
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.ankom.com
Rev 05/12/21

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Table of Contents
Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................5
Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................................5
Filter Bags .....................................................................................................................................................................5
Operating Environment ................................................................................................................................................5
Contact Information .....................................................................................................................................................6
Instrument Description.................................................................................................................................................7
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................10
Instrument Installation ...............................................................................................................................................11
Fiber Analysis Support Items ......................................................................................................................................12
Analysis Options using the ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer...............................................................................................12
ADF Analysis................................................................................................................................................................13
NDF Analysis ...............................................................................................................................................................19
Crude Fiber Analysis ...................................................................................................................................................25
Flush Procedure..........................................................................................................................................................29
Periodic Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting & Replacement Parts.......................................................................................................................35
Appendix A - Analytical Procedures............................................................................................................................36
Appendix B –Wiring Diagrams (1 of 4).......................................................................................................................40

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Introduction
ANKOM Technology designs, manufactures, and markets instruments and support products used by analytical
laboratories around the world in the environmental, agricultural, biomass, and food industries. ANKOM
Technology can provide you with products for determining or monitoring detergent fibers, dietary fibers, fat,
digestibility, microbial fermentation (anaerobic or aerobic) and more.
Committed to Total Customer Satisfaction, ANKOM designs every product based on a thorough assessment of
customer needs.
Congratulations on your purchase of the ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer.We are confident that this product will
effectively serve your needs.
By carefully following the operating instructions in this manual, you will minimize errors in results. Experience
indicates that errors in results are usually associated with minor variations in carrying out the procedure. This
manual will provide you with details that will help assure accuracy of your results.
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating
this instrument.
Warranty
ANKOM Technology warrants the ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer against any defects due to faulty workmanship or
material for one year after the original date of purchase. This warranty does not include damage to the instrument
resulting from neglect or misuse. During the warranty period, should any failure result from defects in workmanship
or materials, ANKOM Technology will, at its discretion, repair or replace the instrument free of charge.
Extended warranties are available for purchase if desired.
Filter Bags
ANKOM Technology filter bags (part # F57 and F58) are designed to produce precision and accurate fiber results.
The F57 bags should be used when grinding samples using a cutter type mill with a 1 mm screen which is typically
referenced by the approved methods. For finer ground samples or if particle loss is suspected, use the F58 bags
which have a finer pore size.
Use of other types of filtration media not tested and approved by ANKOM Technology may cause damage to
electrical valves and other components and void your warranty. Filter bags can be purchased from ANKOM
Technology or from your local authorized ANKOM distributor.
Operating Environment
Your ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer is designed to operate within the following environments:
•Ambient Temperature Range: 15°−30°C
•Humidity: 20−60% RH
•Power (domestic): 110V−120V ~ 50/60Hz 15A
•Power (international): 220V−240V ~ 50/60Hz 10A

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Contact Information
At ANKOM Technologywe are committed to your total satisfaction and therefore always available to help you get
the most from your ANKOM products. We are also very interested in any comments or suggestions you may have
to help us improve.
For any questions or suggestions regarding your instrument, please contact us at:
•Telephone: [phone]
•Fax: [phone]
•Email: [e-mail]
•www.ankom.com

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Instrument Description
General Description
The ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer is designed to efficiently and accurately determine Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF),
Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF), and Crude Fiber within food and/or feed samples. Enabled by Filter Bag
Technology, up to 24 samples can be processed at one time.
During analysis cell contents are removed as the encapsulated sample is subjected to the appropriate chemical (AD,
ND, or crude fiber acid and base) solutions, leaving the desired fiber fraction. Results are determined
gravimetrically. The filter bags are designed to allow proper flow of solutions while retaining non-soluble
components. The fiber residue captured in the filter bag can be used for follow-on assays such as ADIN, NDIN, and
ADL.
Like the ANKOM200 Fiber Analyzer, digestion and rinse operations are all performed within the same instrument,
allowing for the elimination of the separate filtration step. Process temperatures are precisely controlled while
providing proper agitation to ensure a uniform flow of chemical solutions and rinses across each sample.
Below are detailed views of the ANKOM2000 Fiber Analyzer.
Keypad
Display
Vessel Lid
Vessel
Vessel Clamp Handle
Temperature Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch

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Port A –Used for Crude Fiber
Acid solution and ND solution
Vent Tube
Line to Hot Water Supply
Drain Hose
Water Filter
Water Supply Fitting
Left Side View
Right Side View
Power Switch
Port B –Used for Crude Fiber Base solution, AD
solution, and Diluted Amylase
Power Cord Inlet
Temperature Controller
Fuses
Domestic: 15A/120V
International: 10A/220V

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Internal Components
SICK Fiber
Optic
Module - for
Instruments
delivered
before 4/09
(part # A18)
Vent Valve
(part # A22)
24 VDC
Power
Supply
(part # 963)
High Voltage DIN Rail
Drain Valve
Level Sensor
Fitting
(part # A32)
ETS Switch
(part # 622)
Water
Supply Valve
(part # A21)
Maintenance
Alert
Collector
(part # F27)
Motor Coupler
(part # 632)
24V DIN Rail
Motor
(part # A08 –120/60)
(part # A10 –220/50)
Digestion
Vessel
Temperature
Probe
(part # A17)
Analog Level
Sensor
Module - for
Instruments
delivered
after 4/09
(part # A29)
A2000 Computer
(part # A09)
Check Valve
Assembly
Pressure Transducer (part # 6121)
&
Fitting Assembly (part # A25)
Valve B
(part # A19 B)
Valve A
(part # A19 A)

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Safety Precautions
Hazardous Pressure –Do NOT open the Vessel Lid during operation. The
contents of the Vessel are hot and under pressure. Failure to observe this
caution may result in scalding or burning.
Hot Surfaces –Do NOT touch the Vessel surfaces during operation. The
surface can exceed 70°C (158°F). Failure to observe this caution may
result in burning.
Hazardous Voltages –Do NOT operate the instrument with the cover
removed. Hazardous voltages are present during operation. The Power Cord
must be disconnected prior to removal of the rear panel. Failure to observe
this caution may result in electrical shock or electrocution.
Hazardous Materials –Caution should be used when handling hot effluent
that may be caustic or corrosive. If necessary, the solution can be collected in
a container and neutralized before disposal. Follow safe laboratory practices
according to your local regulations when installing and using this instrument
and associated chemicals.
WARNING: Attempts to override safety features or to use this instrument in a
manner not specified by ANKOM Technology voids the warranty and may
result in serious injury or even death.
This system is designed to meet and/or exceed the applicable
standards of CE, CSA, NRTL and OSHA.
•The Power Switch must be in the OFF position before plugging the
instrument Power Cord into the power source.
•In the event of an instrument malfunction, the internal heater will be
automatically turned off by one of the following safety devices:
1) Electrical Fuses
2) The Emergency Temperature Shut-off Switch (ETS)
3) The Pressure Transducer
•Do NOT open the Vessel Lid during or after an operation until both
pressure and liquid are thoroughly exhausted. Connect and secure the
Drain Hose along the path to the drain so it will not move when hot
pressurized fluid is exhausted. Failure to secure the hose could result in
uncontrolled chemical flow.
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating
this instrument.