Schaller humimeter PMZ User manual

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User manual
Before starting any work, read this manual!!
humimeter PMZ
Pulp moisture meter
For absolute water content determination of
pulp sheets on a pile
Moisture meter
Version 1.3

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An overview of your humimeter PMZ
The main unit
No Name
1 Measuring electrodes (blank area)
2 Measuring electrodes (insulated area)
3 Infrared temperature sensor
4 USB interface (available optionally)
5 Display
6 Keypad
7 Rubber protection cover
8 Handlebar
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Rear of the main unit
No Name
1 Battery compartment
Display
N0 Name
1 Characteristic curve
2 Water content in % ("6.2 Definition of moistu-
re content")
3 Display symbols
4 Temperature display
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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 / right Delete measurements
Left On/off button, display
light
Yes Save measured value
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 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:
• Data storage:
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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Inhaltsverzeichnis
An overview of your humimeter PMZ ����������������������������������������� 2
The main unit �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2
Rear of the main unit ...............................................................................................3
Display .....................................................................................................................3
Display symbols ........................................................................................................4
Menus .....................................................................................................................4
1� Introduction �������������������������������������������������������������������� 9
1.1 Information on this user manual ............................................................. 9
1.2 Limitation of liability ................................................................................ 9
1.3 Symbols used in this manual .................................................................10
1.4 Customer service .................................................................................. 10
2� For your safety �������������������������������������������������������������� 11
2.1 Proper use ............................................................................................11
2.2 Improper use ........................................................................................11
2.3 User qualications ................................................................................. 11
2.4 General safety information .................................................................... 12
2.5 Warranty .............................................................................................. 12
3� First steps ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 12
3.1 Unpacking the device ............................................................................ 12
3.2 Checking the delivery content ..............................................................12
3.3 Inserting the batteries ...........................................................................13
4� Using the device - Basics ��������������������������������������������� 14
4.1 Turn on the device ................................................................................14
4.2 Selecting the product type ....................................................................14
4.3 Perform a measurement ........................................................................ 14
4.4 Turn off the device ................................................................................14
5� Measurement ���������������������������������������������������������������� 15

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5.1 Measuring procedure setup .................................................................15
5.2 Perform a measurement ........................................................................ 15
5.2.1 Measurement on stapled pulp sheets / bows .........................................15
5.3 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........................................ 17
5.3.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu .................................. 17
5.3.2 Using the hold function ........................................................................17
5.4 Saving individual readings .....................................................................18
5.4.1 Activating the manual save function in the options menu ..................... 18
5.4.2 Using the manual save function ............................................................18
5.5 Saving several readings (measurement series) at the same time ............. 19
5.6 View single measured value ..................................................................21
5.7 View single measured values of a measurement series ........................... 21
5.8 Delete all measurements (Data storage) ...............................................22
5.9 Delete individual measurement series ...................................................22
5.10 Delete a single value from a measuring series ........................................ 23
6� Product types ���������������������������������������������������������������� 24
6.1 Selecting the product type ....................................................................24
6.2 Denition of moisture content ..............................................................25
7� Using the LogMemorizer program ������������������������������ 26
7.1 Installing / opening the program ...........................................................26
7.2 Exporting measured values to a computer .............................................26
8� Device status check ������������������������������������������������������ 29
9� Adjust settings �������������������������������������������������������������� 30
9.1 Set Bluetooth ........................................................................................30
9.2 Set date/time .......................................................................................30
9.3 Language setting ..................................................................................31
9.4 Unlock options ......................................................................................31
9.5 Lock options .........................................................................................32
9.6 Selecting °C/°F ......................................................................................32

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9.7 Setting the power save mode ................................................................ 33
9.7.1 Adjusting the display illumination .......................................................... 33
9.7.2 Automatic power-off setting of the device ............................................33
9.8 Adjusting the type calibration ............................................................... 34
9.9 Change password .................................................................................34
9.10 Resetting the device to factory settings ................................................. 35
10� Cleaning and maintenance ������������������������������������������ 35
10.1 Replacing batteries ................................................................................ 35
10.2 Calibration check ..................................................................................36
10.2.1 Calibration check of the lancet probe ................................................... 36
10.3 Care instructions ...................................................................................37
10.4 Cleaning the device .............................................................................. 37
11� Faults ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 38
12� Storage and disposal ���������������������������������������������������� 39
12.1 Storing the device .................................................................................39
12.2 Disposal of the device ...........................................................................39
13� Device information ������������������������������������������������������� 40
13.1 EC declaration of conformity ................................................................. 40
13.2 Technical data .......................................................................................44
14� Notes ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 45

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1. Introduction
1.1 Information on this user manual
This user manual enables safe and efficient use of the PMZ humimeter. The user
manual is an essential part of the device and must be kept close to the humimeter and
be accessible to the user at any time.
Before starting any work, the user must carefully read and understand this manual. Ba-
sic requirement for safe work is to follow all safety and handling instructions specified
in this user manual.
1.2 Limitation of liability
All of the information and instructions provided in this user manual have been com-
piled on the basis of the current standards and regulations, the state of the art, and the
extensive expertise and experience of Schaller Messtechnik GmbH.
Schaller Messtechnik GmbH does not accept any liability for damages associated with
the following, which also voids the warranty:
• Non-observance of this user 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 stand-
ardised oven-drying method.
We, as the manufacturer, do not accept any liability for any incorrect measurement and
associated consequential damage.

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1.3 Symbols used in this manual
All safety instructions in this user manual are identified by symbols.
ATTENTION
Non-observance can lead to physical damage.
iInformation
This symbol indicates important information that enables users to use the de-
vice more efficiently and cost effectively.
WARNING
In case of non-observance, light or medium injuries can occur.
1.4 Customer service
For technical advice, please contact our customer service department at
Schaller Messtechnik 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
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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 associate with
a number of residual hazards.
These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information.
2.1 Proper use
• Fast measuring device for water content determination of piled pulp.
• Only products which are defined in the following instructions may be measured
(see "6. Product types").
2.2 Improper use
• The device should not be used in ATEX areas.
• Do not perform a measuring on a running machine.
• It is not possible to measure pressed pulp blocks made of flocks.
• Single sheet measurements are not possible.
• The device is not waterproof, protect it from water and fine dust.
2.3 User qualifications
The device should only be handled by persons who are expected to carry out the work
reliably. Persons whose reactions are influenced, by drugs, alcohol or medication, are
not permitted to use the device.
Persons who use this device must have read and understood the user manual and fol-
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2.4 General safety information
Follow the safety instructions below to avoid personal injury and material damage:
• Remove the batteries from the device if it is not to be used for a prolonged
period.
• If you notice loose parts or damage on the device, remove the batteries and
contact your distributor.
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
Not covered by warranty:
• Damages caused by non-observance of the user manual
• Damages caused by third-party intervention
• Products that have been used improperly or modified without authorization
• Products with missing or damaged warranty seals
• Damages caused by majeure, natural disasters, etc.
• Damages due to improper cleaning
• Damage due to leaking batteries
3. First steps
3.1 Unpacking the device
• Unpack the device
• Next, make sure that it is not damaged and that no parts are missing.
3.2 Checking the delivery content
Use the following list to check if the delivery is complete:
• humimeter PMZ • 4 pieces AA alkaline batteries
• wooden case • steel handlebar
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Optional accessories:
• humimeter USB data interface module - USB stick with LogMemorizer software
(data recording and analysing software) and USB cable
• Battery powered thermo printer (can only be used with humimeter USB data
interface module) - described in a separate user manual
• Bluetooth module (can only be used with humimeter USB data interface module)
- described in a separate user manual
• Test block - for checking the calibration on two different points
3.3 Inserting the batteries
1. Remove the rubber protection
from the device. Pull it off from
the upper side of the housing. If
you have an optional USB inter-
face, pull out the protective cover
of the USB socket first. (figure 1
and 2)
2. Take the device in one hand and press with your thumb
on the marked area of the battery compartment. Now
slide the battery cover downwards from the device(2)
(figure 3).
3. Insert the batteries with negative and positive terminals
matching those indicated on the battery compartment.
Press the batteries down firmly, so that they lay flat on
the bottom of the housing (figure 4).
»When all the batteries are inserted, the device turns on
automatically.
4. Slide the battery cover back onto the housing until it
clicks into place. Then put the rubber protection onto the
housing - start with the side where the battery cover is.
(figure 5).
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4. Using the device - Basics
4.1 Turn on the device
• Press the button for 3seconds.
»The display will then show the status indicator (figure
6).
»The device turns on automatically after inserting bat-
teries.
4.2 Selecting the product type
Requirement :The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 7).
For an overview of the different product types and the crite-
ria for selecting them, please refer to "6. Product types".
1. Press the or button to move from one prod-
uct 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 selected product type is shown on the top of the display.
4.3 Perform a measurement
• The measurement is described in chapter "5. Measurement".
4.4 Turn off the device
Requirement: The device has to be in the product selection or Data Log menu. You
cannot turn off the device in the menu level.
• Press the button for 3 seconds.
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5. Measurement
5.1 Measuring procedure setup
Requirement: The measuring instrument must have the same temperature as the prod-
uct to be measured as precisely as possible. It is recommended to let the measuring
device adjust to the temperature close to the product before measuring.
1. Turn on the device (see "4.1 Turn on the device").
2. Select the desired product type (see "6. Product types") by pressing the or
button (see "6.1 Selecting the product type").
5.2 Perform a measurement
5.2.1 Measurement on stapled pulp sheets / bows
Requirement: The pulp height has to be at least 30 cm on
the top and bottom side of the electrodes to avoid
incor-
rect measurements. The device has approximately the
same temperature as the measured material. The inser-
tion position is designed to ensure that the contact
pressure on the electrodes lies around 250kg/m²
(2.45kN/m²).
1. Take the measuring unit by the handle with
one hand and gently lift the pulp pile. Insert the
measuring electrodes into the crack of the pile (see
figure 9 and 10).
2. The electrodes have to be inserted as far as possi-
ble into the pile ( at least ¾ of the electrode length)
(see figure 11).
3. Make sure that the IR temperature sensor is
exposed and can measure the temperature of the
pulp surface. If the IR sensor does not face the pulp
surface, a too high temperature, due to hot parts
or the body surface as well as a too cold tempera-
ture, due to cold parts or clothing, can negatively
affect the measurement result caused by incorrect
temperature compensation (figure 12).
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4. To ensure a correct measurement, the above mentioned pulp height must be
maintained to ensure a minimum contact pressure on
the electrodes.
»The measured value is immediately visible on the
instruments display (figure 13).
»Now you can save the displayed measured value on
the device (see "5.4 Saving individual readings" or
"5.5 Saving several readings (measurement series) at the same time").
ATTENTION
Injury hazard
Injury hazard due to measuring electrodes.
►Keep the measuring electrodes away from your body during all activities.
►Keep the measuring electrodes away from other people' bodies during all
activities.
iInformation - Measuring accuracy
This rapid and non-destructive measuring procedure allows you to quickly 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 (measurement series) at the same time").
iInformation - Incorrect readings
Make sure to select the correct product type for the material you are measur-
ing. This prevents taking incorrect readings (see "11. Faults").
iInformation - IR-temperature sensor
Pay attention to the IR temperature sensor on the top of your humimeter PMZ.
The temperature sensor is a precise optical measuring instrument. It should
not be under strong pressure when the electrodes are inserted or be damaged
by impacts. This will cause irreparable damage that falsifies the measurement
result because of incorrect temperature compensation.
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5.3 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).
5.3.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu
Requirement: The device has to be turned 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 14). To do so, press or
and confirm by pressing .
4. Navigate to Hold (figure 15). To do so, press or
and confirm by pressing .
»Setting has been saved.
5. Press to leave the Options menu.
6. Press to leave the main menu.
5.3.2 Using the hold function
Requirement: The device has to be turned on and be in the Data Log menu (see
"Menus" on page 4).
• Press .
»The current reading will be frozen. All of the four
symbols will now be displayed as (figure 16).
• To reactivate the frozen display simply press any
button.
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5.4 Saving individual readings
The device can be configured in such a way that the device will save a reading every
time a button is pressed. This option (manual save function) is the device’s default set-
ting.
5.4.1 Activating the manual save function in the options menu
Requirement: The device has to be turned 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 17). To do so, press or
and confirm by pressing .
4. Navigate to Manual (figure 18). To do so, press
or and confirm by pressing .
5. Setting has been saved.
6. Press to leave the Options menu.
7. Press to leave the main menu.
5.4.2 Using the manual save function
Requirement: The device has to be in the Data Log menu
(see "Product selection menu" on page 4). The device
is set to DataLog Time - Manual.
1. Press .
»On the display appears the figure 20 - prior to the
disk symbol is now the number one.
2. Press to enter a name for the saved reading
and to finish the measuring process.
»On the display appears figure 21.
3. If a previous entry has already been made, the displayed entry can be overwritten
if required.
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4. Add 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 22).
5. Add 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/backward:
Press to switch to another input level. Press
or move forward or backward.
7. Confirm your entry by pressing .
»The data you entered has been saved.
5.5 Saving several readings (measurement series) at the same time
Requirement: The device has to be in the Data Log
menu.
1. Take several readings from one stack or a roll (see
"5. Measurement").
2. Press for each measurement
»On the display appears figure 23. This number shows the number of already
saved readings.
3. Press to enter a name for the saved series of
measurements and to finish the measuring
process.
»On the display appears figure 24.
»If a previous entry has already been made, the
displayed entry can be overwritten if required.
4. Add 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 25).
5. Add 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.
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6. Moving forward/backward:
Press to switch to another input level. Press or to move forward or
backward.
7. Confirm your entry by pressing .
»The data you entered has been saved.
»The device automatically determines the average moisture content of the saved-
measuring values..
»On the dispay appears the following information:
No Name
1 Name of the measurement series
2 Temperature (average)
3 Date & start time of the measurement series
4 Date & end time of the measurement series
5 Number of saved readings
6 Product type
7 Device name
8 Water content (average)
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