Schaller humimeter FL1 User manual

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Operating Manual
Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter FL2
humimeter FL1
Moisture meter with insertion probe
for measuring the moisture content of hay and straw
Moisture meter
Version 2.1

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Your humimeter FL1 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 display
No Name
1 Product type
2 Moisture content % ("6.1 How moisture is
defined")
3 Display symbols
4 Temperature display
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
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The menus
Simplified user
The device has two different menus: product selection and main menu.
Product selection menu
No Name
1 Hold measuring value (see "5.3 Hold function - Freezing
the displayed values")
2 Display illumination / device on/off
3 For changing the product type
Advanced user
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:
• Clear Logs:
• Options:
Language, Unlock, °C/°F, Userlevel, Materialcalib., Password, Reset
• Status
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Table of contents
Your humimeter FL1 at a glance �������������������������������������������������� 2
The main unit .........................................................................................................2
The main unit in detail .............................................................................................3
Rear of the main unit ...............................................................................................3
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 �������������������������������������������� 13
3.1 Taking the device out of its packaging ...................................................13
3.2 Making sure that all of the components have been included ................. 14
3.3 Inserting batteries .................................................................................14
4� Using the device - Basics ���������������������������������������������� 15
4.1 Switching the device on ........................................................................15
4.2 Simplied user ......................................................................................15
4.2.1 Deactivating/activating simplied user ................................................... 15
4.2.2 Using the simplied user .......................................................................15
4.2.3 Opening the main menu in the simplied user level ..............................15

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4.3 Selecting the product type ....................................................................16
4.4 Taking a measurement ..........................................................................16
4.5 Switching the device off ........................................................................ 16
5� The measuring process ������������������������������������������������� 17
5.1 Preparing a measurement .....................................................................17
5.2 Taking a measurement ..........................................................................17
5.3 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........................................ 19
5.3.1 Using the hold function ........................................................................19
5.4 Saving individual readings .....................................................................19
5.4.1 Using the manual saving option ............................................................19
5.5 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time .......... 20
5.6 Viewing individual readings ................................................................... 22
5.7 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ................... 22
5.8 Deleting all measured values (data log) .................................................23
5.9 Deleting individual measurement series ................................................. 23
5.10 Deleting single values from a series of measurements ............................ 24
6� Product types ���������������������������������������������������������������� 25
6.1 How moisture is dened .......................................................................25
6.2 Selecting the product type ....................................................................25
6.3 Notes for comparative measurement with oven-drying method ............. 27
7� Checking on the device's status ���������������������������������� 28
8. Conguringthedevice������������������������������������������������� 29
8.1 Selecting a language .............................................................................29
8.2 Activating options .................................................................................30
8.3 Deactivating options .............................................................................31
8.4 Selecting °C/°F ......................................................................................31
8.5 Changing the Userlevel .........................................................................32
8.5.1 Changing from simplied to advanced user ..........................................32
8.5.2 Changing from advanced to simplied user ..........................................32

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8.6 Conguring the material calibration function ........................................ 32
8.7 Changing the password ........................................................................33
8.8 Resetting the device to its factory settings ............................................. 34
9� Cleaning and maintenance ������������������������������������������ 35
9.1 Changing batteries ...............................................................................35
9.2 Care instructions ...................................................................................35
9.3 Cleaning the device ..............................................................................35
10� Faults ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 36
11� Storage and disposal ���������������������������������������������������� 37
11.1 Storing the device .................................................................................37
11.2 Disposing of the device .........................................................................37
12� Device information ������������������������������������������������������� 38
12.1 CE declaration of conformity ................................................................. 38
12.2 Technical data .......................................................................................42
13� Notes ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 43

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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 FL1 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 FL1. 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 Messtechnik GmbH 2022

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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
bales.
• 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
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.

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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 FL1
• 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries
• Rubber protection cover
• Cardboard cylinder
• Operating manual
Optional accessories:
• Wooden case (replaces cardboard cylinder))
• Test block
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).
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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.
4.2 Simplified user
At delivery, the simplified user is activated. The simplified user restricts the user´s access
to the product selection menu with Hold function.
4.2.1 Deactivating/activating simplified user
• For deactivating/activating the simplified user, see section "8.5 Changing the
Userlevel".
4.2.2 Using the simplified user
The simplified user has the following restrictions:
• The only useable menu is a slightly modified pro-
duct selection menu (figure 7).
»No access to the Data log menu.
»No access to the main menu unless the device is
restarted (see "8.5 Changing the Userlevel").
• Hold function replaces the function to switch
between the different menus (see "5.3 Hold function - Freezing the displayed
values").
4.2.3 Opening the main menu in the simplified user level
To do so: The devices is switched off.
• Switch on the device (see "4.1 Switching the device on").
• While switching on, keep both the and buttons pressed.
»The display will then show the main menu.
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4.3 Selecting the product type
To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 8).
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 9).
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.
4.4 Taking a measurement
• For information on how to take a measurement, see section "5. The measuring
process".
4.5 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 to measure. It is recommended
to let your humimeter device adjust to the surrounding
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 "4.3 Selecting
the product type") (figure 11).
5.2 Taking a measurement
To do so: The device has to have nearly the same tempe-
rature than the product to measure.
• Insert the measuring head of the device straight
into the hay or straw bale (figure 12).
»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 13).
»The displayed value flashes when the moisture
content exceeds the measuring range of the
selected product type (figure 14). 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 "5.4 Saving individual readings"
or "5.5 Saving several readings (a measurement
series) at the same time").
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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 measure-
ments on bales with a 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 "5.5
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
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5.3 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values
With the simplified user active, the device is configured in such a way that the informa-
tion 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).
5.3.1 Using the hold function
To do so: The device has to be switched on and be in the product selection menu (see
"The menus" page 5) and the simplified user has to be active (see "4.2 Simplified
user").
• Press .
»The current reading will be frozen. All of the four
symbols will now be displayed as (figure 15).
• To reactivate the frozen display, simply press any
button.
5.4 Saving individual readings
By activating the advanced user, the device will be configured in such a way that the
device will save a reading every time a button is pressed.
5.4.1 Using the manual saving option
To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see
"Data Log menu" page 6) and the advanced user has
to be active (see "8.5 Changing the Userlevel").
1. Press .
»The display will now appear as shown in figure 17
and the disc symbol will be preceded by the digit
one.
2. Press to enter a name for the saved reading
and to finish the measuring process.
»The display will now appear as shown in figure 18.
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3. The data you have inputted can be overwritten at any time.
4. Inputting letters:
Press and hold to quickly scroll to the
required letter and either press it for 3 seconds or
press to confirm the selected letter (figure 19).
5. Inputting numbers:
Press and hold to quickly scroll to the
required number and either press it for 3 seconds
or press to confirm the selected number.
6. Moving forward/back:
Press to switch to another input level. Press or to move forward or
back.
7. Confirm your entry by pressing .
»The data you entered has been saved.
5.5 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time
To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu" page
6) and the advanced user has to be active (see "8.5 Changing the Userlevel").
1. Take several measurements at different points (see
"5. The measuring process").
2. After each measurement, press to save the
reading.
»The display will appear as shown in figure 20. The
marked number shows the number of readings
that have already been saved.
3. Press to enter a name for the saved measure-
ment series and to finish the measuring process.
»The display will now appear as shown in figure 21.
4. The data you have inputted can be overwritten at any time.
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