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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Sartorius Moisture Analyzer Model MA160 Electronic Moisture Analyzer 98648-019-98 98648-019-98...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: User Information
1 . First action 2 . Second action 3 . … – Indicates an item in a list Application Advice/Technical Support Contact addresses for application advice and our technical support can be found online at: http://www .sartorius .com Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
The operator shall be solely responsible for any modifications to the equipment and for connecting any cables or equipment not supplied by Sartorius! Information on operational quality is available upon request from Sartorius . Only use original Sartorius accessories! Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 5 Position the power cable so that it cannot touch the hot surfaces of the analyzer and is not a trip hazard . Disconnecting the grounding conductor is prohibited . The device may only be opened by specialized personnel trained by Sartorius . Danger due to Fire or Explosion! –...
- Page 6 Appropriate containers must be used for each type of sample material . All other applications are not considered the intended use . If the analyzer is not used properly, this may adversely affect the safety features of the analyzer . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 7: General View Of The Equipment
Locking socket (bayonet) Status light Power socket for country-specific power cable Fastening point for an optional Kensington key lock Leveling feet USB port for mini AB Display and control unit (touch screen) SD card slot Temperature sensor Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 8: Commissioning
Condensation from humidity can form on the surfaces of a cold device when it is brought into a warm area . You should therefore let a device that has been disconnected from its power source acclimatize for approximately 2 hours before reconnecting it to the power . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 9 To protect against theft, the analyzer has a fastening point for a security lock if required . A Kensington key lock can be installed at the fastening point on the back of the analyzer if required . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 10 Check the plug design of the power cable . If the plug design of the power cable does not comply with your country’s standard, please inform the nearest Sartorius representative or your dealer . The power must be connected in accordance with the regulations applicable in your country .
- Page 11 Warm-up Time To return precise results, the analyzer must warm up for at least 30 minutes after initial connection to the power supply . Only then will the device have reached the required operating temperature . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 12: Transporting The Analyzer
Moving the Analyzer in the Lab Avoid shocks and vibrations . Never lift and carry the analyzer by its heating module . Hold the analyzer under the housing, lift it up carefully, and carry it to its new location . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 13: Basic Principles
. By contrast, infrared rays (IR rays) penetrate the substance . The majority of the rays reach the interior of a sample, and then directly heat the sample . IR-Strahlung Wärmeenergie Substanz Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 14 . In this case, preheat the moisture analyzer for two to three minutes before starting the drying routine, or select a different switch-off criterion . The Application Guide for the Sartorius Moisture Analyzer provides you with important information on the use of your moisture analyzer .
- Page 15 Mix the condensed moisture back in with a sample if necessary . Prepare the sample: When crushing a sample, avoid any contact with heat . Heat results in moisture loss . Crush the sample using: – Pestle – Lab mill Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 16 Use an appropriate tool for grinding the sample . Use a disposable sample pan: Use only Sartorius disposable sample pans (inner diameter of 90 mm) . Reusing sample pans leads to poor repeatability of results: – After cleaning, sample residues can still remain on the pan .
- Page 17 T [°C] For standard drying, you need to enter the final temperature . The final temperature is reached using an overshoot if necessary . The maximum set temperature is 200 °C . Standardtrocknung t [s] Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 18 The user can enter a target value with a tolerance range . During analysis a progress bar appears, indicating the progress of the measurement . At the end of the analysis, you can see whether the value is within the tolerance range . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 19 The percentage is entered by the user . – Time The analysis ends as soon as the specified time has elapsed . – Manual Switch off using the END key . The maximum analysis duration is 24 hours . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 20: Operating The Moisture Analyzer
The moisture analyzer switches to standby mode . To switch the moisture analyzer on again: Select on the display . The moisture analyzer starts in the method most recently used before the analyzer was last switched off . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 21: Setting The Language
Language Select the desired language, such as Deutsch (German) . Select to confirm . English y The display changes directly to the desired language . Select to return to the menu . Deutsch Français Español Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 22: Operating Concept
1 Current date and time 2 Selected result display for the method 3 Operate method, such as start moisture analysis 4 View settings for the selected method 5 Menu: Switch to the menu or method selection Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 23: Menu
1 List of available methods 2 Back: Activate last used method again 3 Setup menu: Open system settings (see page 26) 4 Method management: Change parameters and create new methods 5 Switch moisture analyzer to standby mode Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 24: Entering Numbers On The Number Pad
Use the 123 key to switch the keyboard display from letters to numbers . Use the ABC key to switch the keyboard display from numbers to letters . Use the back arrow key to delete the last character . key ends the process and saves character input . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 25: Scrolling In The Display
While you are scrolling, a gray scroll bar appears on the right of the display, Device information indicating where you are in the list of options . Calibration/Adjustment Printout Signals Tap the desired entry to select it . Settings Calibration/Adjustment Printout Signals Display brightness Identifier Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 26: System Settings (Setup Menu)
27 . Signals Select to confirm your changes . Select to return to the menu . The changed settings are active when you reach the first level of the menu again . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 27: List Of Available Settings
ISO format .) 12h (AM/PM) – The time is displayed in 12-hour format . The hours before noon are displayed with and the hours after noon are displayed with Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 28 . Calibration reports older than 30 days are deleted . Only the cur- rent calibration report is saved for each calibration or adjustment of the heater . Weighing system adjustment Heater calibration Heater adjustment 2-point cal. heater Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 29 2 min . of inactivity . To reactivate the normal brightness: Touch the screen Eco mode or open the heating module . During measurement and during the results display, eco mode is deactivated . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 30 : Alphabetical sorting in descending order . Export Under Export all existing methods to the SD card . Import Under Import methods from the SD card . All of the methods on the analyzer are overwrit- ten in this case . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 31 The timeout for the standby temperature can be set here . Timeout Standby Temp. Time [h] To set the time, select , enter the desired time and confirm with (entry in hours from 1 h to 24 h) . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 32 PC in spreadsheet format . – PC text format : The analyzer transmits the data via keyboard command (keyboard emulation) to the currently opened application on the PC in text format . – : Data transmission is deactivated . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 33 Requirement: For PC applications, such as MS Excel, the keyboard must be set to English (USA) . Further information can be found in chapter “USB Port .” 2) Connection to Sartorius Lab Printer via the Supplied Printer Cable Under Device/Protocol Select the desired setting for the connection to the printer .
- Page 34 The moisture analyzer is equipped with password protection to ensure that only Protected mode authorized persons can make changes to the system settings . Set password Set password To define a password, select Select Password Please input new password twice. Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 35 Delete password If you have forgotten the password, contact the Sartorius Service Center . Service Mode/Service Access This function is used by the Sartorius Service Center and can only be accessed by authorized service technicians . Service access Access code: xxxxxx...
- Page 36 All settings can be reset to the factory settings here . Any user-defined methods, results, and calibration reports are retained . Yes, reset When the security prompt appears, select and confirm with The moisture analyzer is reset and restarts . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 37: Moisture Analysis
Moisture in %M Target value Not specified Select to close the display . Standby temperature Not specified To change the parameters, select the menu key at the bottom left of the main screen on the display . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 38 Select if necessary and enter the desired values (see “Entering Numbers on Type Temperature [°C] the Number Pad” in chapter “Operating the Moisture Analyzer”) . Standard drying Select to confirm . Gentle drying MA35 mode Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 39: Performing The Moisture Analysis
. START If you selected on the main screen: Open the hood now . Open hood 0.000 y The next step is displayed when the hood is opened . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 40 Close hood to start y The moisture analysis starts automatically . 1.929 During the measurement, the process status light on the analyzer flashes, if the light has not been switched off in the menu . 2.0 g Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 41 85.15 – To perform another moisture analysis using this method: Select Measurement completed – To view the report and print it out if desired: Select – To exit the measurement: Select °C Standard End autom. Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 42 Remove old sample from sample chamber. Open the hood . Remove the sample pan from the moisture analyzer using sample forceps . Close the hood . Allow the sample to cool down and dispose of it properly . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 43: Creating And Managing Methods
The wizard prompts you to configure all relevant parameters, provides a practical range of options, and prevents you entering implausible data . Select in the method menu . Assistant Select New method Manual input Assistant Import Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 44 Select heating program. Select a heating program . Type Select to confirm . Standard drying MA35 mode In the next step, define how the result will be displayed: Select Result display Select result display mode Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 45 0.50 y Then enter the sample consistency . Sample consistency Select Enter consistency data of sample Select the desired option: Sample consistency – solid – fluid solid – pasty fluid Select to confirm . pasty Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 46 Oats 80 °C Creating a New Method Manually To define each parameter for a method yourself, create the method manually: Select in the method menu . Manual input Select New method Manual input Assistant Import Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 47 . This takes you back to the list of Initial weight: Off parameters . Result display: Moisture in %M Target value: Off – To discard the new method: Select – To save the new method: Select Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 48 The list of methods on the SD card is displayed . Import Grain coffee Select the desired method from the list . Coffee y The method is imported as a new method . Cocoa powder Potato flakes Wheat bran Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 49 Method successfully created. Would you like to test the method now? Moisture Analysis” on page 39) . Temperature: 130 °C – To save the method without testing: Select and then to return to the method menu . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 50 130 °C Standard Automatic symbol . It is available for selection and can be used for moisture analysis . 110 °C Ketchup Automatic Wood glue 110 °C Automatic Coffee creamer 100 °C Automatic Oats 80 °C Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 51 Fully automatic It is not available for selection and cannot be used for moisture analysis . 110 °C Ketchup Fully automatic Wood glue 110 °C Fully automatic Coffee creamer 100 °C Fully automatic Oats 80 °C Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 52 Scroll all the way to the bottom . Customize parameters Print Select Delete Test Release Delete DELETE Select to confirm . Delete method y The method is irreversibly deleted . Would you really want to delete method “Ketchup”? DELETE Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 53: Ma Performance Test
Select one of the suggested temperatures given for the method you are using . MA Performance Test Temperature 85 °C Temperature 125 °C Temperature 165 °C Open the hood . y The next step is displayed when the hood is opened . Open hood 0.000 Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 54 The performance test starts automatically . Close hood to start During the performance test, the status light on the analyzer flashes, if the 0.466 light has not been switched off in the menu . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 55: Performance Test Measurement Not Successfully Completed
Select to confirm . Device is not OK. 5 MApi << 10 MApi Temperature 85°C Please contact Sartorius service Device is not OK. Contact the Sartorius Service Center if the message “ ” appears . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 56: Performance Test Successfully Completed
Select a to print the performance test result if necessary . Device is OK. Result 10 MApi Temperature 85°C Select to confirm . y You can remove the sample and return to the menu . Remove old sample Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 57: Calibration And Adjustment
The menu is displayed . 130 °C Standard Fully automatic 100 °C Coffee creamer Fully automatic 80 °C Oats Fully automatic 85 °C Washing powder Semi-automatic 80 °C Starch Semi-automatic Select the (Setup) key in the menu . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 58: Calibrating/Adjusting The Heating Module
The moisture analyzer is now calibrated . If you have also carried out an adjustment after calibration, the moisture analyzer is also now adjusted . Calibrating/Adjusting the Heating Module To calibrate and adjust the heating module, please read the operating instructions for the “YTM15MA heating adjustment set .” Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 59: Viewing The Calibration Report
Weighing system adjustm. Heater calibration Heater adjustment 2-point cal. heater Example of a Calibration Report: -------------------- 2016-03-29 12:02 Sartorius Mod. MA160-1 SerNo. 0031710609 BAC: 00-53-01 APC: 01-80-01 MCU: 07-40-05 -------------------- 2016-01-30 12:02 External calibration Start: manually Set + 100.000 g Dev - 0.002 g External adjustment Dev 0.000 g Temp + 23.7 ’C -------------------- Name: -------------------- Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 60: Weighing
The weighing screen appears . You can now use the moisture analyzer as a simple lab balance . 0.000 Weighing only To exit the weighing function, select Select multiple times to return to the menu . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 61: Iso/Glp-Compliant Printout
“Printout” in chapter “System Settings (Setup Menu)”]: Activate ISO/GLP-compliant printouts: Printout Printout and Report Format In the menu under , activate the With GLP and method parameters option . Operation Print out the report after moisture analysis: Select Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 62 BAC: 00-53-01 APC: 01-80-01 MCU: 07-40-05 -------------------- Method name Ketchup Type Standard drying Temperature 105 ’C Standby Off Initial weight Off Fully automatic Result display Moisture in %M Target value Off No. of filters 0 Start time 10:03 Start weight + 4.564 g Measurement time 00:24 min Result 0.71% M Final weight + 4.531 g Measurement complete -------------------- Name: -------------------- Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 63: Usb Port
The USB driver for the virtual interface is Microsoft ® -listed and available online via the Microsoft Update Service . ® PC without internet connection: Please contact your local Sartorius Service Center to load the USB driver . PC-SBI Sartorius order no.: PC spreadsheet format YCC04-D09... - Page 64 .g ., when Microsoft Excel is opened: Activate the cursor in the PC application . Then select a or n on the moisture analyzer for the relevant data output . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 65 .g ., when Microsoft Word is opened: Activate the cursor in the PC application . Then select a or n on the moisture analyzer for the relevant data output . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 66: Interface Specification
USB Device (Slave) Mini-A Type-B Connect the Sartorius printer with the power disconnected to the moisture analyzer via the supplied USB connection cable . y The moisture analyzer detects the printer automatically . No settings need to be changed . - Page 67 Example 3 The third example requires more than 22 characters and must therefore be printed on two lines: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 CR LF CR LF Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 68: Error Messages
Disconnect the equipment from of the temperature sensor exceeded . power . Allow the device to cool down . Perform a calibration/adjustment . Err 407 Checksum error Contact Sartorius Service . (Data flash is corrupted) . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... - Page 69 Information about Analyzer Maintenance “Maintenance interval The maintenance date set by the expired” Sartorius Service Center has been exceeded . USB Device Error Message “The attached USB device A USB device (printer) that is not permitted by is not supported .”...
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Page 70: Shipping The Analyzer
Shipping the Analyzer Shipping the Analyzer Please use the original packaging for shipping . Packaging can be ordered through the Sartorius Service Center if required . Avoid shocks and vibrations . Prior to shipping, switch the analyzer to standby mode (see page 20) and then pull the plug. - Page 71 Shipping the Analyzer Then put the packaged analyzer into the cardboard box and seal the box . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 72: Care And Maintenance
Service To ensure its continued weighing accuracy, we recommend performing regular servicing on your analyzer at least once a year . The Sartorius Service Center offers different service contracts for this purpose, which can be individually adapted to suit your needs (see also www .sartorius .com/service) . A calibration certificate should always be issued as part of every maintenance session . - Page 73 . Unlocking the Heating Module 1) Open the heating module all the way . Removing the Heating Module 2) Pull the heating module back up out of the guide . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 74 Parts of the sample chamber may be extremely hot . Wait until the sample chamber base plate has cooled completely . Removing the Sample Chamber Base Plate 1) Unlock the cover socket with a suitable coin . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
- Page 75 2) Remove the cover socket and sample chamber base plate from the analyzer and clean in a dishwasher . 3) After cleaning, fix the sample chamber base plate into place again on the analyzer using the cover socket . Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160...
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Page 76: Disposal
2) Select “Services” under “Lab Products & Services .” 3) Then select “Information on Disposal .” 4) Addresses for local Sartorius disposal contacts can be found in the PDF files available for download on this page . Devices contaminated with hazardous materials (NBC contamination) will not be accepted for repair or disposal . -
Page 77: Specifications
100 g (E2) (min . accuracy class) Disposable sample pan dimensions d 90 mm Interface Mini USB: Automatic detection of Sartorius printers YDP30 and YDP40, direct data transfer to Microsoft Windows programs without additional software ® SD card Type: SD and SDHC, capacity: up to 32 GB, file system: FAT32... -
Page 78: Accessories
– Continuous labels GLP lab printer 69Y03286 Data cable for Mini USB/USB A YCC04-D09 Data cable for Mini USB/9-pin RS-232 YCC03-D09 Data cable for Mini USB/25-pin RS-232 YCC03-D25 Spare Parts Protective cover for the control panel 6960SE05 Sample forceps YST01MA Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 79: Analyzer Dimensions
Analyzer Dimensions Analyzer Dimensions MA160 All dimensions are given in millimeters Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 80: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity Operating Instructions Moisture Analyzer MA160... -
Page 81: Fcc Supplier's Declaration Of Conformity
Connections between the device and peripherals must be made using shielded cables in order to maintain compliance with FCC radio frequency emission limits. Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by Sartorius may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment. -
Page 82: Csa Certificate Of Compliance
PRODUCTS CLASS – 8721 06 - LABORATORY EQUIPMENT-Electrical CLASS – 8721 86 - ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR LABORATORY USE-Certified to US Standards Moisture Analyzers, Models* MA37-x-y and MA160-x-y, Rated 100-120Vac / 210-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 640W (max). Notes*: 1. The above models are cord connected, Equipment Class I, Pollution Degree 2, Installation Category II. - Page 83 70109280 Date Issued: 2017-01-16 4. The MA37 and MA160 include different models designation codes. The model designation code is MA37-x-y and MA160-x-y. Where x and y represent non safety relevant information as listed below: “x” is a number (1,2,3,…) and denotes the version (e.g. 1);...
- Page 84 Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Otto-Brenner-Strasse 20 37079 Goettingen, Germany Phone: +49.551.308.0 www.sartorius.com The information and figures contained in these instructions correspond to the version date specified below. Sartorius reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
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