GREISINGER G 1791 Installation instructions

Compact manual
G 1791
One-hand soil-/compost-thermometer
EN

Table of contents G 1791
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Table of contents
1 About this documentation......................................................4
1.1 Foreword........................................................................................4
1.2 Legal notices..................................................................................4
1.3 Further information.........................................................................4
2 Safety.......................................................................................5
2.1 Explanation of safety symbols ........................................................5
2.2 Foreseeable misuse .......................................................................5
2.3 Safety instructions..........................................................................6
2.4 Intended use...................................................................................7
2.5 Qualified personnel.........................................................................7
3 The device at a glance............................................................8
3.1 Display elements............................................................................8
3.2 Connections ...................................................................................8
3.3 Operating elements........................................................................9
4 Operation...............................................................................10
4.1 Opening the configuration menu...................................................10
4.2 Adjustment of the measuring input................................................12
5 Measurement Basics.............................................................13
5.1 Measurement in the soil, … ..........................................................13
5.2 Possible measuring errors............................................................13
5.2.1 Immersion depth...........................................................................13
5.2.2 Surface effects and poor heat transfer..........................................13
5.2.3 Cooling / evaporation....................................................................13
5.2.4 Response time .............................................................................13
6 Operation and maintenance.................................................14
6.1 Operating and maintenance notices..............................................14
6.2 Battery..........................................................................................14

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6.2.1 Battery indicator............................................................................14
6.2.2 Changing battery..........................................................................14
7 Error and system messages.................................................16
8 Technical data .......................................................................17
9 Disposal.................................................................................18
10 Service ...................................................................................19
10.1 Manufacturer................................................................................19
10.2 Calibration and adjustment service...............................................19

1 | About this documentation G 1791
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1 About this documentation
1.1 Foreword
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Read this document carefully and familiarise yourself with the operation of the device
before you use it.
Keep this document ready to hand and in the immediate vicinity of the device so that it
is available to the personnel/user for reference at all times in case of doubt.
The user must have carefully read and understood the operating manual before
beginning any work.
1.2 Legal notices
The liability and warranty of the manufacturer for damages and consequential
damages are voided with misuse, disregarding this document, disregarding safety
notices, assignment of inadequately qualified technical personnel and arbitrary
modifications of the device.
This document is entrusted to the recipient for personal use only. Any impermissible
transfer, duplication, translation into other languages or excerpts from this operating
manual are prohibited.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for print errors.
1.3 Further information
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Software version of the device:
–V1.2 or later
For the exact product name, refer to the type plate on the rear side of the device.
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NOTE
For information about the software version, press and hold the ON button to switch on
the device for longer than 5 seconds. The series is shown in the main display and the
software version of the device is shown in the secondary display.

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2 Safety
2.1 Explanation of safety symbols
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DANGER
This symbol warns of imminent danger, which can result in death, severe bodily injury,
or severe property damage in case of non-observance.
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CAUTION
This symbol warns of potential dangers or harmful situations, which can cause damage
to the device or to the environment in case of non-observance.
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NOTE
This symbol indicates processes, which can have a direct influence on operation or
can trigger an unforeseen reaction in case of non-observance.
2.2 Foreseeable misuse
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The fault-free function and operational safety of the device can only be guaranteed if
applicable safety precautions and the device-specific safety instructions for this docu-
ment are observed.
If these notices are disregarded, personal injury or death, as well as property damage
can occur.
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DANGER
Incorrect area of application!
In order to prevent erratic behaviour of the device, personal injury and property dam-
age, the device must be used exclusively as described under intended use.
–Do not use in safety / Emergency Stop devices!
–The device is not suitable for use in explosion-prone areas!
–The device must not be used for diagnostic or other medical purposes on pa-
tients!
–Not suitable for use with requirements on functional safety, e.g. SIL!

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2.3 Safety instructions
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CAUTION
Risk of injury at the temperature sensor!
The insertion probes entail the risk of stab injuries due to the pointed probe design.
–Handle insertion probes with care!
–Fit a protective cap on the measuring probe if probe is not in use!
–Do not put the device down with the sensor tube pointing upwards.
There is a risk of burns when measuring in high (and very low) temperatures. Use
gloves if necessary.
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CAUTION
Empty batteries and batteries of inferior quality can leak more easily, which can destroy
the device. Please also observe the instructions in the chapter “Operation and mainte-
nance”.
DANGER
There is an immediate danger to life if live parts come into contact with the temperature
sensor!
Therefore, do not conduct measurements on or in the direct vicinity of live parts or lines.
Never plug the temperature sensor into sockets, etc.
NOTE
This device does not belong in children's hands!
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NOTE
Device and sensor are not designed for continuous contact with foods.

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2.4 Intended use
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The G 1700 - series is a water-protected thermometer for precise and temperature
measurements.
The special design of the G 1791 makes it to a convenient insertion thermometer for:
–Soft soils
–compost
–agricultural windrows
–bulk material
2.5 Qualified personnel
For commissioning, operation and maintenance, the relevant personnel must have
adequate knowledge of the measuring process and the significance of the measure-
ments. The instructions in this document must be understood, observed and followed.
In order to avoid any risks arising from interpretation of the measurements in the
concrete application, the user must have additional expertise. The user is solely liable
for damages/danger resulting from misinterpretation due to inadequate expertise.

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3 The device at a glance
LCD Display
Front view
3.1 Display elements
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Battery indicator
Evaluation of the battery status
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Unit display
Display of units or type of mode, min/max/hold
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Main display
Measurement of the current temperature or value
for min/max/hold
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Auxiliary display
Measurement of the current temperature in
min/max/hold mode with unit
3.2 Connections
Probe
Permanently connected sensor

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3.3 Operating elements
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On / Off button
Press briefly
Switch on the device
Activate / deactivate lighting
Long press
Switch off the device
Reject changes in a menu
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Up / Down button
Press briefly
Display of the min/max value
Change value of the selected parameter
Long press
Reset the min/max value of the current measure-
ment
Both simultaneously
Rotate display, overhead display
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Function button
Press briefly
Freeze measurement (Hold)
Call up next parameter
Long press, 2s
Start menu “configuration”, (ONF appears in the
display
Operating status device is in measured value displunitay
device is in a menu

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4 Operation
4.1 Opening the configuration menu
1. Press the Function key for 2 seconds to open the Configuration menu.
2. (ONF appears in the display. Release the Function key.
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Parameter
Values
Meaning
__AL.
Alarm
OFF
No alarm active
ON
Alarm via text insertion, acoustic signal and flashing
of the background lighting
BEEP
Alarm via text insertion and acoustic signal
L,TE
Alarm via text insertion and flashing of the back-
ground lighting
_AL.LO
Min. alarm limit (only available if AL <> off)
-70.0 .. AL.X,
a min. alert is triggered if the value falls below this
value. (at °F: -94.0 .. AL.Hi)
_AL.XI
Max. alarm limit (only available if AL <> off)
AL.LO .. 250.0
If the value is exceeded, a max. alarm is triggered.
(at °F: AL.Hi .. 482.0)
POFF
Shut-off time
OFF
No automatic shut-off
15, 30, 60, 120, 240
Automatic shut-off after a selected time in minutes,
during which no buttons have been pressed

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L,TE
Backlight
OFF
Backlight deactivated
15, 30, 60, 120, 240
Automatic shut-off of the backlight after a selected
time in seconds, during which no buttons have
been pressed
ON
No automatic shut off of the backlight
UN,T
Display unit
°(
Temperature display in °C
°F
Temperature display in °F
IN,T
Factory settings
NO
Use current configuration
YES
Reset device to factory settings.
After confirming with the function-button, the display
shows: IN,T DONE

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4.2 Adjustment of the measuring input
The temperature input can be adjusted with the zero point correction and the gradient
correction. If an adjustment is made, you change the pre-adjusted factory settings.
This is signalled with the display text T.OF or T.SL when switching on.
1. Switch the device off.
2. Hold the down button and press the On/Off button briefly to switch on the device
and open the Adjustment menu.
3. The display shows the first parameter. Release the down button.
Parameter
Values
Meaning
_T.OF
Zero point correction
0.00
No zero point correction
-5.00 … 5.00
Zero point correction in °C. (at °F -9.00 .. 9.00)
T.SL
Gradient correction of the temperature
0.00
No gradient correction of the temperature
-5.00 … 5.00
Gradient correction in %
Formula used by device:
Temperature = °C: Display = (measured value - T.OF) * (1 + T.SL / 100)
Temperature = °F: Display = (meas. value - 32 °F - T.OF) * (1 + T.SL / 100) + 32 °F
Adjustment example:
Temperature unit= °C, the adjustment is carried out in 2 separate steps at 0 °C (e.g. ice
water) and at a reference temperature (e.g. clinical thermometer with water bath 37 °C).- First
set the values of t.oF and t.SL in the adjustment menu to 0
Zero point: - Set the temperature probe to 0 °C and let it adjust.
- Start the adjustment menu and enter the display value at 0 °C for t.oF
- After leaving the menu, the device should now display 0.0 °C.
Slope: - Set the temperature sensor to the reference temperature and let it adjust.
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- Start adjustment menu and enter the calculated value at t.SL
- Exit menu, the device should now display the reference temperature.

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5 Measurement Basics
5.1 Measurement in the soil, …
Penetration into the medium to be measured should be done
without exerting much force.
Try to exert the force in the axis of the probe tube to avoid
creating a lever effect on the housing.
Never use tools (e.g. a hammer) to knock the sensor tube
into the ground via the device housing!
If you encounter strong resistance when piercing (high
compaction, stones), please try to pierce at another suitable place in order not to
damage the tip or the device.
If this is not possible, you can also pierce an appropriate hole with another rod (e.g.
reinforcing iron).
5.2 Possible measuring errors
5.2.1 Immersion depth
Liquid, soil: Immerse to a depth of at least 100 mm (and then stir). Otherwise, meas-
uring errors can occur due to the heat transmission of the sensor tube if
the immersion depth is too shallow.
5.2.2 Surface effects and poor heat transfer
Special measuring sensors are required for this purpose. Surface characteristics, de-
sign of the measuring sensor, heat transfer and environmental temperature influence
the measurement result.
NOTE: Thermally conductive paste between the measuring sensor and surface can
also in-crease measurement accuracy in some cases.
5.2.3 Cooling / evaporation
When measuring the air temperature, the probe should be dry, otherwise the tempera-
ture measured will be too low.
5.2.4 Response time
An adequate wait time must be observed for the measuring process before reading the
measured value. The response time T90 describes the time in which the displayed
measured value reached 90% of the end value.

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6 Operation and maintenance
6.1 Operating and maintenance notices
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NOTE
The device and temperature probe must be handled with care and used in accordance
with the technical data. Do not throw or strike.
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NOTE
Plugs and sockets must be protected from soiling.
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NOTE
If the device is stored at a temperature above 50 °C, or is not used for an extended
period of time, the batteries must be removed. Leaks from the batteries are avoided as
a result.
6.2 Battery
6.2.1 Battery indicator
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If the empty frame in the battery display blinks, the batteries are depleted and must be
replaced. However, the device will still operate for a certain length of time.
If the BAT display text appears in the main display, the battery voltage is no longer
adequate for operation of the device. The battery is fully depleted.
6.2.2 Changing battery
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DANGER
Danger of explosion!
Using damaged or unsuitable batteries can generate heat, which can cause the batter-
ies to crack and possibly explode!
–Only use high-quality and suitable alkaline batteries!
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CAUTION
Damage!
If the batteries have different charge levels, leaks and thus damage to the device can
occur.
–Only use high-quality and suitable alkaline batteries!
–Do not use different types of batteries!
–Remove depleted batteries immediately and dispose of them at a suitable collec-
tion point.
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NOTE
Unnecessary unscrewing endangers the protection against moisture and should
therefore be avoided.
NOTE
Read the following handling instructions before replacing batteries and follow them
step by step.
If disregarded, the device could be damaged or the protection from moisture could be
diminished.
1. Unscrews the Phillips screws (A)and remove the cover.
2. Carefully replace the two Mignon AA batteries (B). En-
sure that the polarity is correct! It must be possible to in-
sert the batteries in the correct position without using
force.
3. The O-ring (C) must be undamaged, clean and posi-
tioned at the intended depth.
4. Fit the cover (D) on evenly. The O-ring must remain at
the intended depth!
5. Tighten the Phillips screws (A).

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7 Error and system messages
Display
Meaning
Possible causes
Remedy
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Measurement far
outside of the
measuring range
Probe defect
Measurement
outside of the
measuring range
Measuring probe or
device defect
Stay within allowable
measurement range
Send in for repair
No display,
unclear char-
acters or no
response when
buttons are
pressed
Battery depleted
System error
Device is defective
Battery depleted
Error in the device
Replace battery
Send in for repair
BAT
Battery depleted
Battery depleted
Replace battery
ERR.1
Measuring range
exceeded
Measurement too
high
Measuring probe or
device defect
Stay within allowable
measurement range
Send in for repair
ERR.2
Measuring range is
undercut
Measurement too
low
Measuring probe or
device defect
Stay within allowable
measurement range
Send in for repair
SYS ERR
System error
Error in the device
Switch device on/off
Replace batteries
Send in for repair

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8 Technical data
G 1791
Measuring range
-70.0 .. +250.0 °C (-94.0 .. +482.0 °F)
Accuracy
-20 .. +100 °C: ± 0.1 K ± 1 Digit
-70 .. +250 °C: ± 0.2 % of measured value ± 2 digits
Probe
Pt1000,
Probe tube firmly screwed under-
neath, similar T-handle
Probe tube
Ø 8 x 920 mm, stainless steel
Probe tip
Response time t90
aprrox. 4 s (water (0,4 m/s))
Measuring cycle
approx. 2 measurements per second
Display
3-line segment LCD, additional symbols, illuminated (white,
luminous duration adjustable)
Standard functions
Min/max/hold,
alarm (optical and acoustic)
Adjustment
Offset and gradient correction
Housing
Break-proof ABS housing
Protection rating
IP54
Dimensions L*W*H
108 * 54 * 28 mm, device without probe tube
Weight
~ 285 g incl. batteries
Nominal temperature
25 °C
Operating conditions
-20 to 50 °C; 0 to 95 %RH (temporarily condensing)
Storage temperature
-20 to 70 °C
Current supply
2 * AA batteries (mignon)
Current requirement
approx. 0,4 mA, approx. 2 mA with backlight

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battery life
Service life > 5000 hours with alkaline batteries
(without backlighting)
Battery indicator
4-stage battery status indicator,
Replacement indicator for depleted batteries: "BAT"
Auto-power-OFF
function
The device switches off automatically if this is activated
Directives and stand-
ards
The devices conform to the following Directives of the Coun-
cil for the harmonisation of legal regulations of the Member
States:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
2011/65/EU RoHS
Applied harmonised standards:
EN 61326-1:2013 Emission limits: Class B
Immunity according to Table A.1
Additional errors: < 1 % FS
EN IEC 63000:2018
The device is intended for mobile use and/or stationary
operation in the scope of the specified operating conditions
without further limitations.
9 Disposal
Separation by material and recycling of device components and packaging must take
place at the time of disposal. The valid regional statutory regulations and directives
applicable at the time must be observed.
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NOTE
The device must not be disposed of with household waste. Return it to us,
freight prepaid. We will then arrange for the proper and environmentally-
friendly disposal.
Private end users in Germany have the possibility of dropping off the device at the
municipal collection centre. Batteries must be removed beforehand!
Please dispose of empty batteries at the collection points intended for this purpose

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10 Service
10.1 Manufacturer
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Contact: GHM Messtechnik GmbH
GHM GROUP - Greisinger
Hans-Sachs-Str. 26
93128 Regenstauf | GERMANY
Email: [e-mail] | www.greisinger.de
WEEE reg. no. DE 93889386
10.2 Calibration and adjustment service
The purpose of the calibration is to verify the precision of the measuring device by
comparing it with a traceable reference.
Both ISO calibration certificates and DAkkS calibration certificates are available from
Greisinger.
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Explanation
The ISO standard 9001 is applied for the iso-calibration certificates.
These certificates area affordable alternative to the DAkkS calibration certificates and
provide information of the traceable reference, a list of individual values and documen-
tation.
The DAkkS calibration is based on DIN EN ISO/17025, the accreditation basis is
recognised worldwide. These certificates offer high-quality calibration and consistently
high quality. The DAkkS calibration includes any necessary adjustment with the pur-
pose of minimising a deviation of the measuring device.
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NOTE
The device is delivered with a test report.
This confirms that the measuring device has been adjusted and tested, without making
any statement about the accuracy of a temperature sensor.
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NOTE
Only the manufacturer can check the basic settings and make corrections if necessary.