Schaller FL2 User manual

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Operating Manual
Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter FL2
humimeter FL2
Moisture meter with insertion probe
for measuring the moisture content of hay and straw
Moisture meter
Version 2.0

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Your humimeter FL2 at a glance
The main unit
No Name
1 Measuring head
2 Insertion probe
3 Electronics in plastic housing
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The main unit in detail
No Name
1 USB port (optional)
2 Display
3 Keypad
4 Rubber protection cover
Rear of the main unit
No Name
1 Battery compartment
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The measuring head
No Name
1 Compression plate
2 Isolator
3 Measuring tip
The display
No Name
1 Product type
2 Moisture content % ("6.1 How moisture is
defined")
3 Display symbols
4 Temperature display
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The display symbols
Symbol Name Symbol Name
Enter No
Up Change input
level
Down OK
Back Change menu
Enter numbers Enter data
Enter letters View measurements
Continue / go right Delete measurements
Left On/off button, display
light
Yes Save measured value
The menus
The device has three different menus: product selection, Data Log and main menu:
Product selection menu
No Name
1 Change menu
2 Display illumination / device on/off
3 For changing the product type
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Data Log menu
No Name
1 Change menu
2 Display illumination / device on/off
3 Save measured value
4 Show the last recorded values
Main menu
The main menu comprises the following menu items:
• Edit Logs:
Manual Logs, Clear Logs
• Print Logs:
Last Log, All Logs, Clear Logs
• Send Logs:
Manual Logs, Clear Logs
• Options:
Bluetooth, Date/Time, Log Time, Language, Unlock, °C/°F, Userlevel, BL On Time,
Auto Off Time, Materialcalib., Online Send, Password, Reset
• Status
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Table of contents
Your humimeter FL2 at a glance �������������������������������������������������� 2
The main unit .........................................................................................................2
The main unit in detail .............................................................................................3
Rear of the main unit ...............................................................................................3
The measuring head ................................................................................................4
The display ...............................................................................................................4
The menus ...............................................................................................................5
1� Introduction ������������������������������������������������������������������ 10
1.1 Information about this operating manual .............................................. 10
1.2 Limitation of liability .............................................................................. 10
1.3 Symbols used in this manual .................................................................11
1.4 Customer service .................................................................................. 11
2� For your safety �������������������������������������������������������������� 12
2.1 Proper use ............................................................................................12
2.2 Improper use ........................................................................................12
2.3 User qualications ................................................................................. 12
2.4 General safety information .................................................................... 13
2.5 Warranty .............................................................................................. 13
3� On receipt of your device �������������������������������������������� 14
3.1 Taking the device out of its packaging ...................................................14
3.2 Making sure that all of the components have been included ................. 14
3.3 Inserting batteries .................................................................................15
4� Using the device - Basics ���������������������������������������������� 15
4.1 Switching the device on ........................................................................15
4.2 Selecting the product type ....................................................................16
4.3 Taking a measurement ..........................................................................16
4.4 Switching the device off ........................................................................ 16

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5� The measuring process ������������������������������������������������� 17
5.1 Preparing a measurement ..................................................................... 17
5.1.1 Measuring loose hay/straw .................................................................... 17
5.2 Taking a measurement ..........................................................................18
5.2.1 Measuring hay and straw bales .............................................................18
5.2.2 Measuring loose hay/straw .................................................................... 18
5.3 Simplied user ......................................................................................20
5.3.1 Activating/deactivating the simplied user ............................................. 20
5.3.2 Using the simplied user .......................................................................20
5.4 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........................................ 20
5.4.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu .................................. 20
5.4.2 Using the hold function ........................................................................ 21
5.5 Saving individual readings .....................................................................21
5.5.1 Activating the manual saving function in the options menu .................. 21
5.5.2 Using the manual saving option ............................................................22
5.6 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time .......... 23
5.7 Viewing individual readings ................................................................... 25
5.8 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ................... 25
5.9 Deleting all measured values (data log) ................................................. 26
5.10 Deleting individual measurement series ................................................. 26
5.11 Deleting single values from a series of measurements ............................ 27
6� Product types ���������������������������������������������������������������� 28
6.1 How moisture is dened .......................................................................28
6.2 Selecting the product type ....................................................................29
6.3 Notes for comparative measurement with oven-drying method ............. 31
7� Using the LogMemorizer program ������������������������������ 32
7.1 Installing / opening the program ...........................................................32
7.2 Exporting measured values to a computer ............................................. 32
8� Checking on the device's status ���������������������������������� 35

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9. Conguringthedevice������������������������������������������������� 36
9.1 Turning on Bluetooth ............................................................................36
9.2 Adjust the date/time ............................................................................36
9.3 Selecting a language ............................................................................. 37
9.4 Activating options ................................................................................. 37
9.5 Deactivating options .............................................................................38
9.6 Selecting °C/°F ......................................................................................38
9.7 Changing the Userlevel .........................................................................39
9.7.1 Changing from advanced to simplied user .......................................... 39
9.7.2 Changing from simplied to advanced user .......................................... 39
9.8 Reducing the device's power consumption ............................................ 40
9.8.1 Conguring the display illumination time .............................................. 40
9.8.2 Conguring automatic switch-off ......................................................... 40
9.9 Conguring the material calibration function ........................................ 41
9.10 Changing the password ........................................................................41
9.11 Resetting the device to its factory settings ............................................. 42
10� Cleaning and maintenance ������������������������������������������ 42
10.1 Changing batteries ............................................................................... 42
10.2 Care instructions ................................................................................... 43
10.3 Cleaning the device .............................................................................. 43
11� Faults ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 44
12� Storage and disposal ���������������������������������������������������� 45
12.1 Storing the device .................................................................................45
12.2 Disposing of the device .........................................................................45
13� Device information ������������������������������������������������������� 46
13.1 CE declaration of conformity ................................................................. 46
13.2 Technical data .......................................................................................47

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1. Introduction
1.1 Information about this operating manual
This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter FL2 safely and
effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily accessi-
ble to users at all times.
All users are required to carefully read and make sure that they have understood this
operating manual before using the humimeter FL2. All of the safety and operating
instructions detailed in this manual have to be observed to ensure the safety of the
device.
1.2 Limitation of liability
All of the information and instructions provided in this operating manual have been
compiled on the basis of the current standards and regulations, the state of the art,
and the extensive expertise and experience of Schaller GmbH.
Schaller GmbH does not accept any liability for damage associated with the following,
which also voids the warranty:
• Non-observance of this operating manual
• Improper use
• Inadequately qualified users
• Unauthorised modifications
• Technical changes
• Use of unapproved spare parts
This fast measuring procedure can be affected by a range of different factors. For this
reason, we recommend periodically checking the device’s measurements with a stan-
dardised oven-drying method.
We as the manufacturer do not accept any liability for any incorrect measurements and
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1.3 Symbols used in this manual
All the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding
symbol.
CAUTION
It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to injury.
ATTENTION
It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to damage to
property or equipment.
iInformation
This symbol indicates important information that enables users to use the de-
vice more efficiently and cost-effectively.
1.4 Customer service
For technical advice, please contact our customer service department at:
Schaller GmbH
Max-Schaller-Straße 99
A - 8181 St.Ruprecht an der Raab
Telefon: [phone]
Fax: [phone] - 901
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.humimeter.com
© Schaller GmbH 2018

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2. For your safety
The device complies with the following European directives:
• Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(RoHS)
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
The device corresponds to state-of-the-art technology. However, it is still associated
with a number of residual hazards.
These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information.
2.1 Proper use
• Easy to use device for quickly measuring the moisture content of hay and straw
• The device must only be used for taking measurements on the products defined
in the following sections of this manual (see "6. Product types").
2.2 Improper use
• The device is not suitable for measuring mouldy or rain wet hay/straw.
• The device is not waterproof and must be protected from water and fine dust
(IP40).
2.3 User qualifications
The device must only be operated by people who can be expected to reliably take the
measurements. The device must not be operated by people whose reaction times may
be slowed due to, e.g. the use of drugs, alcohol or medication.
All persons using this device must have read, understood and follow the instructions
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2.4 General safety information
The following safety information has to be observed at all times to avoid damage to
objects and injury to people:
• Remove the batteries if the device isn´t used for a prolonged period of time.
• Keep the measuring head away from your body throughout all activities.
• Keep the measuring head away from other people throughout all activities.
• In case of damages or loose parts on the device, remove the batteries and con-
tact Schaller GmbH or your dealer.
All of the device’s technical features have been inspected and tested before delivery.
Every device has a serial number. Do not remove the tag with the serial number.
2.5 Warranty
The warranty does not apply to:
• Damage resulting from non-observance of the operating manual
• Damage resulting from third-party interventions
• Products that have been used improperly or modified without authorisation
• Products with missing or damaged warranty seals
• Damage resulting from force majeure, natural disasters, etc.
• Damage from improper cleaning
• Batteries older than six months
• Damage resulting from improper strain (pressure, bending) of the insertion probe
or the measuring head
• Damage by dropping the measuring head

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3. On receipt of your device
3.1 Taking the device out of its packaging
• Take the device out of its packaging.
• Next, make sure that it is not damaged and that no parts are missing.
3.2 Making sure that all of the components have been included
Make sure that all of the components have been included by checking the package
contents against the following list:
• humimeter FL2
• 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries
• Rubber protection cover
• Compacting plate
• Wooden case
• Operating manual
Optional accessories:
• humimeter USB data interface module - USB flash drive with software and USB
cable
• Battery operated portable thermal printer (only possible together with humimeter
USB data interface module) - Described in a separate operating manual
• Bluetooth module (only possible together with humimeter USB data interface
module) - Described in a separate operating manual
• Test block

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3.3 Inserting batteries
1. Remove the rubber protection
cover. To do so, hold the rubber
protection cover at the upper side
and pull it over. If your device is
provided with an optional USB
port, remove the protection cap of
the USB socket before (figure 1and 2).
2. Take hold of the device with one hand, press your thumb
onto the engraved area of the battery compartment (1)
and drag downwards(2) (figure 3).
3. Insert the batteries with negative and positive terminals
matching those indicated on the battery compartment.
Press down the batteries so that they lay flat on the bot-
tom of the housing (figure 4).
»As soon as all batteries have been inserted, the device
switches on automatically.
4. Push the battery cover onto the housing until it clicks into
place. Then mount the rubber protection cover onto the
housing, beginning at the end where the battery com-
partment is situated (figure 5).
4. Using the device - Basics
4.1 Switching the device on
• Press the button for 3 seconds.
»The display will then show the status indicator
(figure6).
»After inserting the batteries, the device switches on
automatically.
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4.2 Selecting the product type
To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 7).
For an overview of the different product types and the criteria for selecting them,
please refer to "6. Product types".
1. Press the or button to move from one
product to the next Or
2. Press the or button for 3seconds to open
the product type overview (figure 8).
3. Use the arrow keys to move from one product type
to the next
4. and keep any of them pressed to scroll through the
types.
5. Confirm your selection by pressing .
»The product type you selected will now be shown at the top of the display.
4.3 Taking a measurement
• For information on how to take a measurement, see section "5. The measuring
process".
4.4 Switching the device off
To do so: The device has to be in the product selection, the Data Log or the additional
function menu. It is not possible to switch off the device when it is in the main menu.
• Press the button for 3 seconds.
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5. The measuring process
5.1 Preparing a measurement
To do so: The device has to have nearly the same tempe-
rature than the product being measured. It is recommen-
ded to let your humimeter device adjust to the surround-
ing temperature before the measurement.
1. Switch on the device (see "4.1 Switching the device
on").
2. Select the desired product type (see "6. Product
types") by pressing the or (see "4.2 Selecting
the product type") (figure 10).
5.1.1 Measuring loose hay/straw
Assembly of the compression plate
1. Loosen the fixing nut.
2. Guide the compression plate over
the measuring head onto the
insertion probe (figure 11).
»The fixing nut has to face towards the device.
3. Position the compression plate on the insertion probe and
fasten the fixing nut by hand (figure 13).
»The recommended distance between isolator and com-
pression plate amounts to approx. the length of the
measuring tip (figure 14).
»The compression plate must not be moved by mode-
rate contact pressure.
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5.2 Taking a measurement
5.2.1 Measuring hay and straw bales
To do so: The device has to have nearly the same tempe-
rature than the product being measured.
• Insert the measuring head of the device straight
into the hay or straw bale (figure 15).
»Do not bend or drop the measuring head!
»Both round bales and rectangle bales have to be
measured on the face side of the bale!
• The device will now instantly display the moisture
content on the display (figure 16).
»The displayed value flashes when the moisture
content exceeds the measuring range of the
selected product type (figure 17). A flashing value
signals lowered accuracy of the measurement. The
measuring range is dependent on the product type
(see "6. Product types").
»Once the reading has been taken, it can be saved
on the device (see "5.5 Saving individual readings"
or "5.6 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time").
5.2.2 Measuring loose hay/straw
To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being
measured. There has to be enough material to ensure
adequate compaction.
1. Insert the measuring head of the device straight
into the hay or straw (figure 18).
»Do not bend or drop the measuring head!
2. Use the insertion probe to collect material and
compress it (figure 19 and 20).
»A contact pressure must be noticeable.
»The measuring tip must not penetrate into the
ground.
3. While compacting, have an eye on the display.
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»Continue to compact as long as the display shows
a constant measuring value (figure 21).
»The displayed value flashes when the moisture
content exceeds the measuring range of the
selected product type (figure 17). A flashing value
signals lowered accuracy of the measurement. The
measuring range is dependent on the product type
(see "6. Product types").
»Once the reading has been taken, it can be saved
on the device (see "5.5 Saving individual readings"
or "5.6 Saving several readings (a measurement
series) at the same time").
CAUTION
Risk of injury
Risk of injury due to the measuring head
►Keep the measuring head away from your body throughout all activities.
►Keep the measuring head away from other people throughout all activities.
ATTENTION - HIGH MEASURING INTERVAL
The measuring head will heat up when taking a high amount of measurements
on bales with high compressed density, in a rapid succession. This will decrease
the accuracy of the measurement significantly.
iInformation - Measuring accuracy
This rapid and non-destructive measuring procedure allows you to take
moisture readings at a number of different points. When saving the individual
readings, the device will automatically calculate the readings’ average (see "5.6
Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time").
iInformation - Incorrect readings
Always make sure to select the correct product type for the material you are
measuring. This prevents taking incorrect readings (see "11. Faults").
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5.3 Simplified user
The device can be configured in such a way that the access of the user can be reduced
to the product selection menu combined with the hold function.
5.3.1 Activating/deactivating the simplified user
• For information on how to activate/deactivate the simplified user, see section
"9.7 Changing the Userlevel".
5.3.2 Using the simplified user
The simplified user offers the following limitations:
• The only useable menu is a slightly modified pro-
duct selection menu (figure 22).
»No access to the Data Log or main menu.
• Hold function replaces the function to switch bet-
ween the different menus (see "5.4 Hold function
- Freezing the displayed values").
5.4 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values
The device can be configured in such a way that the information being shown on the
display will freeze at the touch of a button until a new button is pressed. This function
can be very useful when e.g. taking readings in spaces where it is not possible to see
the display (e.g. overhead).
5.4.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu
To do so: The device has to be switched on and be in the product selection menu.
1. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds.
2. Select Options. To do so, press or and con-
firm by pressing .
3. Select Log Time (figure 23). To do so, press or
and confirm by pressing .
4. Select Hold (figure 24). To do so, press or
and confirm by pressing .
»The setting has been saved.
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