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- Page 1 78.0 °F | 6.16 % | 456 kg/m | -27.3 td | 0.64 aw | 51.9 %r.H. | 14.8 % abs | 100.4 g/m Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter PM5! Version 1.2...
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Page 2: Your Humimeter Pm5 At A Glance
PM5 Operating Manual Your humimeter PM5 at a glance The main unit Name Button Handle Display USB port (for charging the battery) Reset button LED battery indicator Page 2... -
Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit
Rear of the main unit Name Infrared temperature sensor Sensor bars The display Name Product type Moisture content in % (see 7.2 How moisture content is defined for definition) Display symbols Temperature display Page 3... -
Page 4: The Display Symbols
PM5 Operating Manual The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu Enter numbers Enter data Enter letters View measurements Continue / go right Delete measurements Left On/off button, display light Save measured value... - Page 5 Product selection menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off For changing the product type Data log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured value Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
PM5 Operating Manual Table of contents Your humimeter PM5 at a glance ������������������������������������������������ 2 The main unit ......................2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 The display ....................... 3 The display symbols ....................4 The buttons ......................4 The menus ....................... - Page 7 5� The measuring process ������������������������������������������������� 15 Taking a measurement ................15 5.1.1 Taking a measurement on a paper or cardboard roll ......15 5.1.2 Taking a measurement on a paper or cardboard stack ......17 6� Saving your readings ���������������������������������������������������� 18 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........
- Page 8 PM5 Operating Manual 10.3 Selecting a language ................33 10.4 Activating options ................. 34 10.5 Deactivating options ................35 10.6 Selecting °C/°F ..................35 10.7 Reducing the device’s power consumption ..........36 10.7.1 Configuring the display illumination time ..........36 10.7.2...
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Page 9: Introduction
Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter PM5 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. -
Page 10: Symbols Used In This Manual
PM5 Operating Manual Symbols used in this manual All of the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding symbol. ATTENTION It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to damage to property or equipment. -
Page 11: For Your Safety
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. -
Page 12: General Safety Information
PM5 Operating Manual General safety information The following safety information has to be observed at all times to avoid damage to objects and injury to people: • Please contact your dealer if any parts of the device have become loose or dam- aged. -
Page 13: Using The Device - Basics
• Operating manual Optional accessories: • Battery operated portable thermal printer (described in a separate operating manual) • Bluetooth module (described in a separate operating manual) Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the button for 3 seconds. »... -
Page 14: Selecting The Product Type
PM5 Operating Manual Selecting the product type To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu. For an overview of the different product types and the criteria for selecting them, please refer to 7. Product types. -
Page 15: The Measuring Process
The measuring process Taking a measurement 5.1.1 Taking a measurement on a paper or cardboard roll To do so: The roll has to have a radius of at least 100mm. The correct product type must have been selected. Take hold of the device handles on both sides and press it against the long side of the roll with a pressure of approx. - Page 16 PM5 Operating Manual CAUTION Risk of burns Risk of burning fingers on hot material parts. When taking a measurement on a rotating roll, the sensor bars can become very hot. ► Do not touch the sensor bars after taking a measurement on a rotating roll.
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Page 17: Taking A Measurement On A Paper Or Cardboard Stack
5.1.2 Taking a measurement on a paper or cardboard stack To do so: The stack has to have a minimum height of 50 mm. The paper must have a minimum size of 150 mm x 150 mm. The correct product type must have been select- Take hold of the device handles on both sides and press it onto the top of the stack with a pressure of approx. -
Page 18: Saving Your Readings
PM5 Operating Manual Saving your readings 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. -
Page 19: Saving Your Readings Manually
Saving your readings manually All of the readings can be saved, edited and viewed on the device. The figure below shows the overview screen of a single saved series of measurements. Name Name of the measurement series (editable) Temperature (average) Date &... - Page 20 PM5 Operating Manual » The setting has been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Using the manual save option To do so: The device has to be in the data Log menu (see "Data log menu"...
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Page 21: Saving Several Readings (A Measurement Series) At The Same Time
6.2.2 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 Take several readings on a stack or roll (see 5. The measuring process). -
Page 22: Auto Save Function (Time-Based)
PM5 Operating Manual Auto save function (time-based) The device can be configured in such a way that it will automatically save a reading (log) every 3 seconds. This function is particularly useful when taking readings on rotat- ing rolls to obtain an average value for the entire roll. - Page 23 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. 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.
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Page 24: Viewing Individual Readings
PM5 Operating Manual Viewing individual readings To do so: You must have saved a reading (e.g. 1 log). The display will now appear as shown in figure 25. Press Select the required reading. To do so, press » The display will now appear as shown in figure 26. -
Page 25: Deleting All Measured Values (Data Log)
Deleting all measured values (data log) To do so: You must have taken and saved one or several readings. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Edit Logs (figure 31). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Clear Logs (figure 32). To do so, press and confirm by pressing »... -
Page 26: Deleting Individual Values From A Single Series Of Measurements
PM5 Operating Manual » The display will then show the message clear? (figure 37). Confirm by pressing » The value has been deleted. Deleting individual values from a single series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements comprising at least 2 logs. -
Page 27: Product Types
Due to the wide range of different types of papers in use, there are no default product type categories. The humimeter PM5’s readings are based on a paper stack or roll den- sities, which is why density is the decisive factor for the different product types. -
Page 28: How Moisture Content Is Defined
PM5 Operating Manual If you wish to obtain very precise moisture content readings, please take a one-off comparative measurement with your online moisture content analyser or the stan- dardised oven-drying method (ISO 287). To do so, proceed as follows:... -
Page 29: Using The Logmemorizer Program
Exporting measured values to a computer To do so: LogMemorizer must be installed. And you must have taken and saved one or several moisture readings. Options: You can export moisture readings from the humimeter PM5 and initiate the export at your computer. Page 29... - Page 30 PM5 will now be sent to your computer. Initiating the data export at your computer Connect the humimeter PM5 to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Insert the USB Mini B connector into the humime- ter PM5 (figure 49).
- Page 31 Import most recent auto save log (for importing the most recent auto save logs. Name Import all auto save logs Import most recent auto save series Import all manual logs Import most recent manual » The measuring values saved on the humimeter PM5 will now be sent to your computer. Page 31...
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Page 32: Checking The Device's Status
PM5 Operating Manual Checking the device’s status Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Status. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will then show the status indicator humimeter. » The display will show the following information (figure 52):... -
Page 33: Selecting A Language
Select Date/Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will now appear as shown in figure 53. » The format for the date is DD-MM-YY (Day-Month- Year). » The format for the time is hh:m:ss (hour:minutes:seconds). Inputting numbers: Press and hold to quickly scroll to the... -
Page 34: Activating Options
PM5 Operating Manual 10.4 Activating options To do so: Some of the options must be deactivated. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Activate. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »... -
Page 35: Deactivating Options
10.5 Deactivating options Once the device has been switched restarted, the °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalib., Online Send, Password, Reset options will be deactivated again. 10.6 Selecting °C/°F To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.4 Activating options). -
Page 36: Reducing The Device's Power Consumption
PM5 Operating Manual 10.7 Reducing the device’s power consumption 10.7.1 Configuring the display illumination time To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.4 Activating options). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select BL On Time. -
Page 37: Changing The Password
10.9 Changing the password To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.4 Activating options). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Password. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »... -
Page 38: Resetting The Device To Its Factory Settings
In that case, the battery must be charged immediately (figure 59). This warning symbol will also be shown on the measuring screen (figure 60). To charge the battery, insert the supplied USB cable into the USB Mini B port on the humimeter PM5. Page 38... -
Page 39: Resetting The Hardware/Device
Next, connect the cable to a computer or USB adaptor/charging cable connected to the mains (e.g. from a mobile phone) (figure 61). » The battery will now start charging. » The LED will be blue while the battery is charging. »... -
Page 40: Replacing The Sensor Bars
If the metal bars are badly worn, they have to be replaced. To do so, order the "Spare sensor bar set for humimeter PM5", item no. 14098 from your dealer or Schaller GmbH. Switch off the device (if switched on). -
Page 41: Calibrating The Moisture Meter
Use the arrow keys to select "Reference" under product type (see 4.3 Selecting the product type). Take hold of the device handles on both sides and press it onto the top of the grey test plate inside the case with a pressure of approx. 4.0 kg (figure 66). -
Page 42: Care Instructions
PM5 Operating Manual » The display will now appear as shown in figure 72. » The bar will run upwards. The device must be held up in the air throughout this entire process, » which only takes a couple of seconds to complete. -
Page 43: Faults
12. Faults If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error The temperature of the ma- The temperature of the terial being measured is too material being measured low or high. - Page 44 PM5 Operating Manual Fault Cause Remedy Incorrect calibration There is an object/material Hold the device up into (the exclamation behind the sensor plate (during the air - make sure your mark on the display calibration) fingers do not touch the does not go away) sensor plate.
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Page 45: Storage And Disposal
13. Storage and disposal 13.1 Storing the device The device must be stored as follows: • Do not store outdoors • Store in a dry and dust-free place • Protect the device from sunlight • Avoid mechanical shocks/loads • Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C 13.2 Disposing of the device Devices marked with this symbol are subject to Directive 2012/19/ EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on... -
Page 46: Device Information
PM5 Operating Manual 14. Device information 14.1 EC declaration of conformity Page 46... -
Page 47: Technical Data
14.2 Technical data Display resolution 0.1% moisture content, 0.1 °C/°F temperature Measuring range 1% to 25% moisture content Operating temperature 0 °C to +80 °C IR sensor measurement 90° angle Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C Temperature compensation Automatic Data memory Up to 10,000 measuring values Measuring depth... - Page 48 Paper/Board Schaller Messtechnik develops, produces and sells professional moisture meters and turnkey solutions. Schaller GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99, A - 8181 St. Ruprecht an der Raab, Austria Tel +43 (0)3178 - 28899, Fax +43 (0)3178 - 28899 - 901 info@humimeter.com, www.humimeter.com...
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