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Portable Drying Unit (PDU)
Operating Instructions
Purpose
These instructions outline how to dry soil samples for RemScan using the Portable Drying Unit.
The Portable Drying Unit (PDU) can be operated using the batteries provided, a 12 volt vehicle power
outlet or from mains power. The following instructions are for battery power, instructions for other power
sources are provided on page 5.
Warming up the Portable Drying Unit
1.
Ensure the battery is fully charged (refer to "Charging the Battery" on page 5).
• Ensure the drying rack is within the unit.
• Ensure the lid is closed.
2.
Ensure battery is connected. Open battery cavity (slide located on right side of PDU) and ensure
male and female white clips are connected to battery.
3.
Push the "Power" switch to the "Hot" position. This will turn the PDU on. The thermostat will already
be pre-set by Ziltek to the temperature desired by the client. The red heating light will come on. It is
located at the top left corner of the thermostat display next to the "Hot" label. The large internal fan
will circulate the air in the box to provide even heating.
4.
The PDU will heat up to the pre-set temperature. This will take approximately 20-30 minutes in
ambient temperatures of 18-20
depending on ambient temperature.
5.
It is suggested that you undertake your soil sampling while the device is reaching temperature.
6.
Once the pre-set temperature has been reached, a small fan at the rear of the unit will operate to
draw new air into the PDU and exhaust the warm, humid air. The unit is now ready to dry samples.
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Summary of Contents for ziltek RemScan
- Page 1 Push the “Power” switch to the “Hot” position. This will turn the PDU on. The thermostat will already be pre-set by Ziltek to the temperature desired by the client. The red heating light will come on. It is located at the top left corner of the thermostat display next to the “Hot” label. The large internal fan will circulate the air in the box to provide even heating.
- Page 2 Portable Drying Unit (PDU) Portable Drying Unit Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Sample Preparation Label the sample slide with the sample ID. This can be achieved by writing the Sample ID on the slide with an indelible marker, or by sticking a dymo label etc. Place the wet soil sample on the sample slide according to the picture and description below.
- Page 3 Portable Drying Unit (PDU) Operating Instructions Loading Samples into Portable Drying Unit When the PDU has heated to the pre-set temperature the heating light on the thermostat will switch off. The rear internal fan will turn on automatically. Remove the drying rack from the unit via the two metal handles. Ensure the lid of the PDU is closed to prevent heat from escaping.
- Page 4 The procedure is: If the sample is to be sent to laboratory for comparison with RemScan readings, empty the sample slide into the jar which is to be sent to the laboratory. Otherwise, empty the sample back into the container from whence it came.
- Page 5 Portable Drying Unit (PDU) Operating Instructions To operate Portable Drying Unit from external power supply: Plug the two-pin power cable into the corresponding socket on the front of the PDU. Then connect the power cable to an external power source as follows: Option 1 - AC power Attach the plugged-in power cable to the AC power supply unit.
- Page 6 Portable Drying Unit (PDU) Operating Instructions Hazards and Safety Precautions • DO NOT charge the PDU or batteries whilst unattended. • DO NOT charge the battery while the PDU is operating. • DO NOT charge the battery whilst in the PDU. • DO NOT run the PDU to exhaustion, the life of the battery is shortened by complete discharging. • The PDU is NOT intrinsically safe. • The PDU is NOT water proof or explosion proof. • Recharge the battery using only the charger supplied. • Where possible, work off AC or car battery power. • Handle the PDU with care (do not drop). • After use and when transporting ensure that male and female white clips are disconnected (located in the battery cavity on right side of the PDU). Parts and Accessories Part No Description...