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  • Page 1 A&D MX-50 / MF-50 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    11.3. Calibration of Drying Temperature for MX-50 ........

  • Page 3: Safety And Compliance

    13. Maintenance ............32 13.1.1.

  • Page 4: During Use

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual Compliance with FCC rules Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. This equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules.
  • Page 5 Handles and Hot parts The following points become hot during and soon after measurements. Handle Handle Sample pan handle Other precautions • When the drying temperature is set to 200°C, the thermostat may cut the power of the halogen lamp after 30 minutes.

  • Page 6: Outline And Features

    O u t l i n e a n d F e a t u r e s • The moisture analyser MX-50 and MF-50 are built using a super hybrid sensor (S.H.S.) originaly designed for high resolution laboratory balances. Therefore, the result is more precise and reliable.

  • Page 7: Packing List And Names Of Each Part

    P a c k i n g L i s t a n d N a m e s o f e a c h p a r t • Keep the packing box to transport the analyser. Name of Parts: Power supply label Handle of heater cover (on the back panel)
  • Page 8 AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual Standard Accessories: Sample pan (20 pieces) Display cover Pan support Pan handle (2 pieces) Power cord Breeze break ring RS-232C serial interface cable Dust cover (for MX-50) Calibration sample Sodium tartrate dihydrate, 30g Instruction manual Spoon...

  • Page 9: Display And Keys

    4.1. Display and Keys START STOP PROGRAM SELECT ENTER RESET Standard Mode Name State Meaning Condition No. Gram display Program Number Data No. Storing data Number of results in Memory Accuracy Indicates accuracy of measurement Indicator of heater cover, sample and drying process Lights when heater cover is closed Blinks during measurement.

  • Page 10: Preparations (Installation, Motion Check)

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual P r e p a r a t i o n s ( I n s t a l l a t i o n , M o t i o n C h e c k ) 5.1.

  • Page 11: Setting The Clock And Calendar

    5.2. Setting the Clock and Calendar Adjust the built-in clock and calendar before use. 5.2.1. Operation 1. Turn on the analyser. 0.000 The display will show 0.000 g. SELECT 2. Press and hold the SELECT key until CL Adj Cl adj appears on the display.

  • Page 12: Self-Test Function (Motion Check)

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 5.3. Self-Test Function (Motion Check) Use the self-test function to check functionality and accuracy of the analyser. 5.3.1. Operation 1. Turn on the analyser. The display will show 0.000 g. 0.000 2. Press and hold the PROGRAM key until CH appears.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Drying Temperature The drying temperature can be set between 50°C and 200°C at 1°C intervals. This represents the tem- perature at the sample pan. When the measurement time exceeds one hour, the drying temperature will be reduced to 160°C auto- matically.
  • Page 14 AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual Placing the Sample 12. Set the breeze break ring, pan support, sample pan handle and sample pan. (With no sample.) Preparation 13. Close the heater cover. 14. When the weighing value on the display becomes stable, press the RESET key. Avoid mechanical vibration, breeze or environmental noise during measurement.

  • Page 15: Selection Of Measurement Method

    The analyser can store and recall measurement program that consists of mode, drying temperature, complete condition, unit and decimal point. Maximum number MX-50 20 sets (Program number: PROG 1 to 20) MF-50 10 sets (Program number: PROG 1 to 10) This function is operated by the program number (PROG), and can store and recall individual settings already stored.

  • Page 16: Operation In User Mode

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 7.2. Operation in User Mode Example – How to store a drying process for recall in memory Program number 2 (PROG 2) Measurement program Automatic mode (U-a) Drying temperature 160°C Analysing mode 0.02%/min (Drying Rate to complete the measurement) 1.
  • Page 17 Place the Sample 0 . 0 2 13. Set the breeze break ring, pan support, sample pan 0.000 1 6 0 handle and sample pan in order. (Do not put in a sample.) 14. Close the heater cover. Preparation 15. When displaying a stable value, Press the RESET key.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Printer

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual C o n n e c t i n g t o a P r i n t e r – The analyser can be connected to dedicated statistical impact printer (AD-8121) using the RS-232C interface. This enables records to be produced which are compliant to GLP, GMP and ISO standards.
  • Page 19 – The analyser can also be connected to basic impact printer (DP-1012) using the RS-232C interface. This also enables records to be produced which are compliant to GLP, GMP and ISO standards. GLP: Good Laboratory Practice, GMP: Good Manufacturing Practice, ISO: International Organisation for Standardisation –...

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Computer

    – The analyser is DCE (Data Communication Equipment). Use a straight-through type cable. The MX-50 has the following accessory cable for RS-232C. If it is necessary to connect a cable to the MF-50, purchase the cable accessory AX-MX-40. Analyzer side...

  • Page 21: Output Format

    Pin Connections 2.6mm, metric screw thread MX-50 and MF-50 (DCE) Computer (DTE) Pin No . Signal Name Description Direction Signal Name Frame ground Receive data Transmit data Ready to send Clear to send Data set ready Signal ground 16, 18, 19, 21, 23...

  • Page 22: Command

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual Moisture Content (during or after weighing) Header Moisture content Unit Terminator Format with Temperature Data (Function Table 5-d 1 ) – The first 3 figures are the temperature data. The format consists of nineteen characters excluding the terminator.

  • Page 23: Data Memory Function

    – The Data Memory Function automatically stores the measured result after completion of each measurement. – The maximum number of results stored is 100 in the MX-50 or 50 in the MF-50. – All stored data can be transferred to dedicated printer or to a PC with dedicated software at one time.

  • Page 24: Output All Data At One Time

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 10.1.2. Output All Data at One Time This function works when Printer or PC connected. Number of data 0.000 1. Turn on the analyser. ENTER Press and hold The gram unit (of weighing mode) is displayed.

  • Page 25: Calibration

    – When calibrating the weighing unit, it is possible to make calibration report which complies with the GLP, GMP or ISO standard. – There is a certified temperature calibrator (accessory AX-MX-43, only for MX-50) to check or adjust the calibration of the pan temperature for precise temperature control and traceability.

  • Page 26: Calibration Adjustment Of The Weighing Sensor

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 11.2. Calibration Adjustment of the Weighing Sensor – An OIML Class F1 calibration mass of 20g or 50g can be used for the calibration, however a 20g calibration mass (WTF1-20G) is recommended. Caution – Avoid vibration and drafts that affect the weighing sensor. If affected, the analyser may be unable to calibrate the weighing unit.

  • Page 27: Calibration Of Drying Temperature For Mx-50

    Calibration mass SIGNATURE Signature - - - - - - - - 11.3. Calibration of Drying Temperature for MX-50 Sensor pan – The temperature calibrator (accessory AX-MX-43) adjusts the drying temperature on the pan. Put the sensor on the pan and input measurement data at 100°C and 160°C.

  • Page 28: Operation

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 11.3.1. Operation Sensor Leave no gap Leave no gap 1. Replace the weighing pan with the sensor pan of the temperature calibrator. 2. Bend the sensor wire so it does not touch the heater cover and glass-housing when closing the heater cover.
  • Page 29 Calibration report example for temperature sensor compliant with GLP, GMP and ISO For the AD-8121 printer, use printer MODE 3. A&D Manufacture MODEL MX-50K Model K1234567 Serial number LAB-123 ID number DATE 2002/04/15 Date TIME 12:34:56 Time CALIBRATED TEMPERATURE Calibration type TARGET ACTUAL 100 C...

  • Page 30: Function Table

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual F u n c t i o n Ta b l e The function table stores the following parameters to control the analyser. Details of the Function Table Item and Display Symbol Parameter Description Clock CL AdJ Set date and time to built-in clock. Refer to "5.2. Setting the clock and calendar"...
  • Page 31 Example, Use Comma for Decimal Point 0.000 1. Press and hold the SELECT key to enter the SELECT function table. CL AdJ SELECT 2. Press the SELECT key to display dP . ENTER 3. Press the ENTER key to enter the item. Last parameter dP 0 4.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual M a i n t e n a n c e – Turn off the power switch and remove power cord during maintenance. – Cool down all parts of the analyser before maintenance. – Remove pan support, sample pan and breeze break ring.

  • Page 33: Factory Settings

    13.2. Factory Settings This function can set the following parameters to factory settings. – All measurement programs – All results stored in memory function. – All parameters of the function table – ID number is reset to 0000000. – Order of calendar and date. 13.2.1.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual 13.3. Troubleshooting 1. What to check if your results are not as expected. – Use the self-test function. – Check the repeatability by weighing same weight several times and comparing the readings 2. What to check if the halogen lamp does not light or the time to reach temperature is too long.

  • Page 35: Error Messages

    13.4. Error Messages Internal Error An internal error indicated by the result of self-check function. If repair is needed, CH no contact the local A&D dealer. Clock Battery Error CL PF Press any key and input the date and time. Refer to "5.2. Setting the Clock and Calendar ".

  • Page 36: Specifications

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual S p e c i f i c a t i o n s MX-50 MF-50 Measurement method 400 W Halogen lamp Drying temperature range at sample pan 50 °C to 200 °C (1 °C increments)

  • Page 37: Dimensions

    AX-MX-40 Calibration mass (20g, equivalent to OIML class F1) WTF1-20G WinCT-Moisture (CD-ROM: Application software for Windows) AX-MX-42 Certified temperature calibrator (only for MX-50) AX-MX-43 Peripheral equipment AD-8121 Impact printer DP-1012 Impact printer Functions Statistical function, interval printing, chart printing Dumb Printer Characters 5x7 dot, height 2.5mm/01.in., 16 characters/line 5x7 dot, height 2.5mm/01.in., 24 characters/line...

  • Page 38: Index

    AND MX-50/MF-50 Instruction Manual I n d e x %/min ......12 Decimal point .
  • Page 39 MEM ......23, 35 STOP command ..... . .22 MID.

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