Cole Parmer MB-800 Series User manual

User Manual
MB-800 SERIES
MOISTURE BALANCE

Contents
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTENDED USE ...................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 WARNING SYMBOLS AND SIGNALS....................................................................................................................................1
1.3SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................2
1.4 GOOD WEIGHING PRACTICE ..............................................................................................................................................3
1.5 SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................3
1.6 SUPERVISION OVER METROLOGICAL PARAMETERS ..........................................................................................................4
1.7 STAFF COMPETENCE ..........................................................................................................................................................4
1.8 MOISTURE ANALYZER MEANS OF OPERATION ..................................................................................................................4
1.9 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING .....................................................................................................................................................5
1.10 WARRANTY CONDITIONS.................................................................................................................................................5
2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 UNPACKING .......................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 STANDARD DELIVERY COMPONENTS LIST .........................................................................................................................6
2.3 PLACE OF USE AND ASSEMBLY ...........................................................................................................................................6
2.4 MOISTURE ANALYZER ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................................6
2.5 BALANCE LEVELING............................................................................................................................................................8
2.6 TEMPERATURE STABILIZATION TIME .................................................................................................................................8
2.7 POWERING THE DEVICE .....................................................................................................................................................8
2.8 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENNT .........................................................................................................................8
3. START-UP.................................................................................................................................................................9
3.1 LOG-IN OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................................................9
4. MOISTURE ANALYZER CONTROL .................................................................................................................... 10
4.1 OPERATION PANEL...........................................................................................................................................................10
4.2 HOME SCREEN.................................................................................................................................................................11
4.3 ENTERING BALANCE MENU .............................................................................................................................................12
4.4 SCREEN SCROLLING..........................................................................................................................................................12
4.5 SOFT KEYS LIST .................................................................................................................................................................13
4.6 RUNNING SOFTWARE FUNCTIONS...................................................................................................................................13
4.7 RETURN TO WORKING MODE ..........................................................................................................................................14
5. SAMPLES PREPARATION................................................................................................................................... 15
5.1 MOISTURE CONTENT MEASUREMENT ON AMOISTURE ANALYZER ................................................................................15
5.2 SAMPLING AND PREPARATION........................................................................................................................................16
6. SELECTION OF DRYING PROCESS PARAMETERS....................................................................................... 18
6.1 SELECTING OPTIMUM MASS FOR ASAMPLE....................................................................................................................18
6.2 INFLUENCE OF SAMPLE WEIGHT ON MEASURMENT RESULT REPEATBILITY....................................................................18
6.3 DRYING TEMPERATURE ...................................................................................................................................................19
6.4 DRYING PROCESS PROFILE AND DRYING PARAMETERS ...................................................................................................19
6.5 DRYING TIME ...................................................................................................................................................................20
6.6 DRYING PROFILE ANALYSIS ..............................................................................................................................................21
7. DRYING MODE....................................................................................................................................................... 21

7.1 DRYING MODE MAIN SCREEN ..........................................................................................................................................21
7.2 DRYING MODE RELATED SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................22
7.3 DRYING PROFILE AND DRYING PROCESS PARAMETERS ...................................................................................................23
7.4 FINISH MODE ...................................................................................................................................................................25
7.5 UNIT DISPLAYED AND PRINTED MEASUREMENT .............................................................................................................25
7.6 PRINTOUT INTERVAL........................................................................................................................................................26
7.7 DRYING PROCESS WIZARD ...............................................................................................................................................26
7.8 DRYING PROCESS PERFOMRED WITH USE OF DRYING MODES DATABASE ......................................................................26
7.9 DRYING PROCESS .............................................................................................................................................................27
7.10 END RESULT PROGNOSIS ...............................................................................................................................................31
8. WEIGHING MODE.................................................................................................................................................. 32
8.1 WEIGHING MODE MAIN SCREEN .....................................................................................................................................32
8.2 GOOD WEIGHING PRACTICE ............................................................................................................................................33
8.3 UNITS ...............................................................................................................................................................................33
8.4 WEIGHING UNIT AVAILABILITY ........................................................................................................................................34
8.5START UNIT SELECTION....................................................................................................................................................34
8.6 USER-DEFINED UNIT ........................................................................................................................................................35
8.7 ZEROING ..........................................................................................................................................................................35
8.8 TARING.............................................................................................................................................................................35
8.9 WEIGHING PROFILE .........................................................................................................................................................37
8.10 <WEIGHING> -READOUT MODE SETTINGS....................................................................................................................38
8.11 PROXIMITY SENSORS .....................................................................................................................................................40
8.12 AUTOTARE .....................................................................................................................................................................40
8.13 PRINT MODE ..................................................................................................................................................................41
8.14 MINIMUM SAMPLEWEIGHT..........................................................................................................................................42
8.15 INTEGRATION WITH TITRATORS ....................................................................................................................................45
9. ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................................................................................ 45
9.1 EXTERNAL ADJUSTMENT..................................................................................................................................................45
9.2 USER ADJUSTMENT..........................................................................................................................................................46
9.3 REPORT PRINTOUT...........................................................................................................................................................46
9.4 ADJUSTMENT OF THE DRYING CHAMBER TEMPERATURE ...............................................................................................46
9.5 TEMPERATURE TEST ........................................................................................................................................................49
10. WORKING MODES- GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 50
10.1 RUNNING WORKING MODE...........................................................................................................................................50
10.2 WORKING MODES ACCESSIBILITY ..................................................................................................................................51
11. DATABASES...................................................................................................................................................... 51
11.1 DATABASE CONNECTED OPERATIONS ...........................................................................................................................51
11.2 PRODUCTS .....................................................................................................................................................................53
11.3 USERS.............................................................................................................................................................................53
11.4 PACKAGING....................................................................................................................................................................53
11.5 CUSTOMERS...................................................................................................................................................................54
11.6 DRYING PROGRAM ........................................................................................................................................................54
11.7 DRYING PROCESS REPORTS............................................................................................................................................54
11.8 AMBIENT CONDITIONS ..................................................................................................................................................55
11.9 WEIGHING RECORDS .....................................................................................................................................................55

12. COMMUNICATION............................................................................................................................................. 56
12.1 RS232 PORTS SETTINGS PROCEDURE:............................................................................................................................57
12.2 ETHERNET PORT SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................57
12.3 WI-FI PORT SETTINGS.....................................................................................................................................................57
12.4 USB PORT .......................................................................................................................................................................60
13. PERIPHERAL DEVICES ................................................................................................................................... 60
13.1 COMPUTER ....................................................................................................................................................................61
13.2 PRINTER .........................................................................................................................................................................62
13.3 USB FLASH DRIVE ...........................................................................................................................................................64
13.4 BARCODE READER..........................................................................................................................................................65
13.5 AMBIENT CONDTIONS MODULE ....................................................................................................................................65
14. PRINTOUTS........................................................................................................................................................ 66
14.1 ADJUSTMENT PRINTOUT REPORT..................................................................................................................................66
14.2 DRYING PROCESS REPORT PRINTOUT ............................................................................................................................67
14.3 OTHER PRINTOUTS ........................................................................................................................................................69
14.4 NON-STANDARD PRINTOUTS.........................................................................................................................................72
14.5 VARIABLES .....................................................................................................................................................................75
15. AMBIENT CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................................... 76
16. ADDITIONAL FEATURES................................................................................................................................. 78
16.1 BUTTON, LABELS AND TEXT FIELDS CONFIGURATION ...................................................................................................78
16.3 QUICK ACCESS KEYS .......................................................................................................................................................81
16.4 LABELS ...........................................................................................................................................................................83
16.5 TEXT FIELDS....................................................................................................................................................................86
16.6 BARGRAPH .....................................................................................................................................................................88
17. MISCELLANEOUS PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................. 89
18. MAITENANCE .................................................................................................................................................... 91
18.1 CLEANING MOISTURE ANALYZER COMPONENTS ..........................................................................................................91
18.2 CLEANING TEMPERATURE SENSOR................................................................................................................................92
18.3 GENERAL CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS ...................................................................................................................93
19. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL...................................................................................................................... 93
19.1 LIST OF COMMANDS ......................................................................................................................................................94
19.2 RESPONSE FORMAT .......................................................................................................................................................95
19.3 MANUAL PRINNTOUT /AUTOMATIC PRINTOUT .........................................................................................................105
20. APPENDIX........................................................................................................................................................ 106
20.1 MOISTURE ANALYZER SPECIFICATION .........................................................................................................................106
20.2 DIMENSIONS................................................................................................................................................................107
20.3 CONNECTORS ..............................................................................................................................................................107
20.4 CONNECTION CABLE ....................................................................................................................................................107
20.5 ERROR MESSAGES........................................................................................................................................................108
20.6 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................................109

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTENDED USE
The moisture analyzer isdesigned to verify relative moisture content insmall samples ofvarious
substances, dry mass content in small samples, and determine the mass ofweighed objects. Any
other use of the moisture analyzer may be dangerous bothtothe device and the user. The device
ensures a fast and precise determination of water content in a tested sample, and the touch screen
display considerably simplifies the operation and improves the functionality of the moisture analyzer.
The device can be used todetermine humidity content of different materials.
At the initial stage of the measurement, the moisture analyzer precisely determines the mass of an
object placed on the weighing pan. Asthe mass reading is stabilized, the sample is quickly heated
by the halogen lamp or IR emitter, causing water to evaporate from the sample. While sampling, the
moisture analyzer is continuously checking loss ofmass, and on completing this calculation, it
displays the current moisture content ofthe sample being tested.
Compared toconventional methods ofhumidity content determination of various substances, the
moisture analyzer considerably shortens the measurement time and simplifies the testing
procedure. The moisture analyzer allows users toset multiple parameters that influence moisture
content determination in a sample (temperature, time, drying modes, etc.).
!The moisture analyzer should be utilized and supervised only byusers who are trained and
experienced in these types ofinstruments. Do not make any design modifications. Additional
equipment compatible with the moisture analyzer and spare parts should be supplied by
Cole-Parmer.
1.2 WARNING SYMBOLS AND SIGNALS
Safety precautions are marked with special descriptions and warning signs. They warn a user of
possible dangers. Ignoring the safety warnings may cause injuries, damage to the moisture
analyzer, incorrect operation, and errors of measurements.
Warning Descriptions
WARNING
Medium-risk danger that can lead to a serious injury or death.
CAUTION Low-risk danger that can lead to moisture analyzer damage or
dysfunction, loss of data, or minor or moderate injury.
NOTE Critical information on the moisture analyzer.
Warning Symbols

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1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! The use of the moisture analyzer regardless of both, safety information and
service manual guidelines may cause health damage and even death.
WARNING: Nominal voltage for a moisture analyzer is 110V AC. It means that safety
usage precautions for low voltage devices must be abide by while operating the
device. Three-core power supply cable with grounding pin comes standard with a
moisture analyzer. If necessary, an extension cord can be used as long as it meets
the applicable standards and has a protective ground conductor. Intended
disconnection of the grounding cable is forbidden.
Voltage range for moisture analyzers marked with AC 110V symbol: 100 V–120 V,
50/60 Hz
CAUTION: The drying chamber cannot be opened during the drying process. The
halogen lamp and its glass shield may reach temperatures up to 400˚ C.
When setting up the moisture analyzer, leave enough space to prevent heat from
building up and to keep your analyzer from overheating. Leave about 20 cm around
the instrument and about 1 m above. Air vents located in the housing cannot be
covered, sealed, or blocked in any other way.
Do not put any flammable substances on, under or near the moisture analyzer. Be
particularly careful when removing the sample from the drying chamber. The sample
itself, the drying chamber, the shields, and the pan can still be extremely hot.
For any maintenance work such as cleaning the inside of the drying chamber, the
moisture analyzer must be switched off. Wait until all the components have cooled
down. Do not perform any modification to the heating module.
Some types of samples require taking particular safety precautions.
Some samples can pose a danger for people and objects. It is always the user who is liable for
possible damages caused by the use of an inappropriate sample.
CAUTION:
Corrosion can come from substances that release aggressive vapors (e.g., acids)
during the heating process. While drying such substances, it is recommended that
users work with small samples. Otherwise, vapors can condense on cold housing parts
and cause corrosion.
WARNING:
Fire or explosion can result from flammable or explosive substances, substances
containing solvents, or substances releasing flammable or explosive gases or
vapors. When in doubt, characteristics perform a risk analysis with the sample before
carrying out the procedure. For these samples, apply as a low drying temperature as
possible to prevent flames or explosion. During the analysis, it is necessary to wear
protective glasses and gloves. The samples should be relatively small. Under no
circumstances can the instrument be left unsupervised!
WARNING:
Caustic or corrosive components in substances that release toxic gases or vapors
can cause irritations of the eyes, skin, or respiratory system, illnesses, or even death.
Dry such substances only in fume cupboards.

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Under no circumstances should the instrument be used within an area near potential
explosions.
The moisture analyzer is designed to be operated outside hazardous areas exclusively.
Do not open the drying chamber during the drying process. The moisture analyzer features a
halogen lamp or IR emitter, which are very powerful heat sources. Pay special attention not to touch
those elements of the moisture analyzer that get hot while the drying procedure (i.e., the disposable
pan, the pan handle, and the inner shields of the drying chamber).
1.4 GOOD WEIGHING PRACTICE
CAUTION!
!Do not open the drying chamber during drying process. Moisture analyzer features a IR
emitter or halogen lamp which are a very powerful heat source. Thus, operator should pay
special attention no to touch those elements of a moisture analyzer that get hot while drying
procedure (i.e.: disposable pan, pan handle, and inner shields of the drying chamber).
Remember that some of tested samples may become dangerous if heated (appearance of
poisoning vapors, danger of ignition or explosion).
!Lab Society moisture analyzer is not intended for dynamic weighing. Even if small amounts
of a sample are added to or taken off the weighing pan, the mass readout should only be
taken on stabilization of measurement result (upon displaying pictogram).
!Do not place any magnetic materials on the weighing pan. This can cause damage of the
measuring system of the instrument.
!Be sure to avoid impact shock and overloading the moisture analyzer in excess of the
prescribed maximum measuring range (max capacity), minus any possible tare weight that
has been applied.
!Never use the moisture analyzer in an environment endangered by explosion!
!This moisture analyzer is not adjusted for operation in explosive areas. There must not be
any modification made to the moisture analyzer.
1.5 SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS
Lab Society moisture analyzer adheres to all binding safety regulations. Nevertheless, there are
exceptional circumstances that may cause danger.
Do not open the instrument’s housing. Inside there are no parts that would require maintenance,
repair or replacement carried out by an operator. In case of any problems, contact Schuler Scientific
service ([e-mail] )
Use the device only as intended. Follow this user manual in terms of installation and configuration
of the device.

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Since use of the moisture analyzer conversely to safety precautions and service manual guidelines
may be hazardous to operator’s health and life, it is obligatory to read them carefully:
!Use the moisture analyzer to determine humidity content in samples and to determine
mass of a tested sample; any other use of the moisture analyzer may be dangerous both
to the device and the operator,
!Before commissioning the moisture analyzer, make sure that the nominal power of the
device specified on its data plate is compatible with the supply in the mains to which the
moisture analyzer is to be plugged in,
!Halogen lamp and IR emitter can only be changed by an authorized service
employee,
!Protect moisture analyzer against contacts with liquids, it might lead to electrocution, fire,
emission of substances containing toxic or caustic vapor, emission of explosive
substances.
1.6 SUPERVISION OVER METROLOGICAL PARAMETERS
Metrological parameters of the moisture analyzer need to be checked by a user at regular
intervals.
Inspection frequency depends on the ambient conditions in which the moisture analyzer is
used, the types of processes performed, and the adopted quality management system.
1.7 STAFF COMPETENCE
The moisture analyzer should be utilized and supervised only by users who are trained and
experienced in such type of instruments.
In order to use the moisture analyzer, first read the service manual. Keep these instructions for the
future reference.
Do not make any design modifications. Additional equipment compatible with the moisture analyzer
and spare parts should be supplied by Spectrum Chemica or an authorized distributor.
1.8 MOISTURE ANALYZER MEANS OF OPERATION
For measurement temperatures ranging from 161°C to 250°C the time of maintaining the
temperature during the measurement is estimated proportionally, ~15 hours for 161°C – 10 min
for 250°C.
For a drying process carried out in 250°C, Max temp is maintained for 10 min, next the
program automatically lowers the temperature (drying is not interrupted) to 160°C.
Lowering temperature to 160°C takes ~10 min.
For FAST drying mode Max drying temperature re-manipulation is 30% but no more than Max
temperature for a particular moisture analyzer.

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1.9 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
While working with the instrument, use protective clothing to protect yourself from potential hazards,
which might be samples and ingredients being tested.
Use the following while carrying out tests:
•protective apron
•protective glasses
•protective gloves (while working with hazardous chemical substances)
Make sure that any protective clothing has been designed to be used with specific samples and that
it is not damaged.
1.10 WARRANTY CONDITIONS
A. Lab Society will exchange, replace or repair the existing balance for any damage that
appears to be faulty by production or byconstruction within the 3-year warranty period.
B. Warranty is voided if:
•mechanical defects caused by inappropriate use:
• defects of thermal and chemical origin,
• defects caused by lightning, overvoltage in the power network
• defects caused by water damage
• or other random event
•overloading the mechanical measuringsystem
•installing another version of the operating system
•utilizing the balance contrary to its intendeduse
•repairs carried out by non-authorized service centers
•removing or destroying protective stickers which secure the balance’s housing against
unauthorizedaccess
C. Warranty card must be filled out for warranty to be valid.
2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
2.1 UNPACKING
Upon delivery it is necessary to check the package and the device, make sure that your package
bears no signs of damage.
Keep all package elements should your device be transported in the future. Remember that only
original packaging can be used for shipping purposes. Prior packing, uncouple any cables, remove
any separable components (weighing pan, shields, inserts). The device components must be
packed into an original packaging providing protection against potential damage during
transportation.
Carefully take the device out of the packaging, remove the transport lock, and gently place the
moisture analyzer where it will be used.

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2.2 STANDARD DELIVERY COMPONENTS LIST
Moisture Analyzer and components shown in Section 2.4
•Warranty Card
•Disposable Aluminum Pans
•Quick Start Guide
•USB w/User Manual
2.3 PLACE OF USE AND ASSEMBLY
!Operate the device in a workroom free of vibrations and shakes, where there are no air drafts
nor dust. The workstation has to be located up to 2000 m above sea level.
!When setting up the moisture analyzer leave enough space to prevent heat from building up
and to keep your analyzer from overheating. Leave about 20 cm around the instrument and
about 1 m above.
!Make sure that the ambient temperature ranges between: +10°C to +40°C.
!Relative humidity cannot exceed 80% at the temperature of 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% of
the relative humidity at the temperature of 40°C.
!Place the moisture analyzer either on a robust-design table or on a wall bracket, which is both
distant from heat sources and insusceptible to vibrations.
!Take special precaution while weighing magnetic objects, as part of the moisture analyzer is a
strong magnet.
2.4 MOISTURE ANALYZER ASSEMBLY
Components-