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Josh
February 16, 2025
temperature settings instructions
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Mr. Anderson
February 16, 2025
To set the temperature on the Dairy Tech Matilda®:
1. Touch the FORWARD button to access the temperature settings. 2. The default IDLE TEMPERATURE is 100°F. 3. Use the (-) or (+) buttons to decrease or increase the temperature as needed. 4. Press HOME to save the selection or FORWARD/BACK to make additional modifications.
For pasteurization, Matilda® allows two profiles: - FEED NOW: Pasteurizes colostrum, then cools it to a feeding temperature. - STORE: Pasteurizes colostrum, then cools it for storage.
The pasteurization and cooling temperatures, as well as dwell times, can be adjusted in the Settings menu. A warning is issued if the feeding temperature exceeds 110°F (43°C).
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Is the last batch ready for use? The Perfect Udder® App can alert you so you can stay focused on other • tasks. Do you have a question about proper use of Matilda®? Open the owner manual directly from the app - in • different languages! Need help from our service team? With the Perfect Udder®...
Hours: M – F When Service Is Required 7am – 4pm, MST Using And Programming The Touchscreen Controller Controller Legend Web: www.DairyTechInc.com First Use Of Matilda® email: Service@DairyTechInc.com Adjusting Settings Operating Matilda® Pasteurize Warm Cancel Program Quality Control And System Monitoring Time &...
INTENDED TO PASTEURIZE MILK OR OTHER GOODS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. Dairy Tech, Inc. has provided this use and care guide to assist you in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of your Matilda® Model Pasteurizer (the “Pasteurizer”). Serious injury and even death to persons and livestock can occur from improper installation and use of the Pasteurizer.
PLEASE READ THIS GUIDE CAREFULLY AND only the cost of replacement parts at Dairy Tech, Inc. THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING current pricing. Service is not covered by this warranty. THE PASTEURIZER. Parts replaced under warranty must be returned to: If you believe the pasteurizer is operating incorrectly, Dairy Tech, Inc.
50% RH at 104°F (40°C), for indoor use only. 8. Do not try to change unavailable settings in the pasteurizer controller without consulting a technical expert at Dairy Tech, Inc. 9. Do not repair or replace any part of the Pasteurizer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the trouble-shooting portion of this manual.
RECEIVING YOUR PASTEURIZER Use care when unpacking your Matilda® Model pasteurizer. It will have arrived in one box or crate. Please make a note of any cautionary labels that are used on the carton suggesting orientation, where to cut with a knife, fragile, etc.
80psi (5.5BAR), install a pressure reducer. WATER DRAIN: This 4’ black hose must be connected to the back of Matilda® as shown in the image using the provided clamp. It should be directed to a drain, cistern, stock tank or other collection system.
Be sure to DISCONNECT FROM POWER BEFORE cleaning. HELPFUL TIP: Always keep the doors closed to prevent flies, insects, Matilda® must be cleaned periodically. We recommend every few days, but it depends on contamination due to dirty bags, broken bags and poor water quality.
DAIRY TECH RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1. Test a sample of water that will be used with the Dairy Tech equipment. Local experts will be able to tell you if your water quality will be detrimental to electric heating elements and other components of our system.
• International Installations: Matilda® can utilize a variety of power sources. Consult the wiring options diagram in this owner manual (page 35) as well as those on the machine for further instruction and options. Follow the labels attached to the back of the machine for specific wiring instructions in these instances.
External Circuit Breakers The unit is equipped with 6 external circuit breakers on the back of the unit. These circuit breakers protect both sides of the heating elements from internal and external damage. The layout of the circuit breakers is shown below, as well as on the unit itself. Refer to Trouble Shooting for further information.
Order more bags from your local veterinary supply dealer or online at www.perfectudder.com 4. Do not try to use plastic calf bottles in Matilda®. It is impossible to transfer heat across the thick plastic to ensure adequate pasteurization.
USING AND PROGRAMMING THE TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLLER Be sure the pasteurizer is charged with water using the instructions on page 14 prior to the first use of your pasteurizer. FUNCTION INDICATORS ALERT SYMBOL IDLE TEMP: BLUETOOTH GREEN = set Idle SYMBOL Temperature is reached.
Step 2. Connect the water and turn water on. Also connect the drain tube and direct it to the floor drain. Step 3. Now, turn on rear power switch. Matilda® should immediately begin to fill with water. Once she has filled to the level of the float switch, she will begin heating the water bath to the preset maintenance temperature (IDLE TEMP).
ADJUSTING SETTINGS *** IMPORTANT WARNING*** DO NOT ALTER SETTINGS IN THE CONTROLLER WITHOUT CONSULTING A DAIRY TECH REPRESENTATIVE. ANY UNAUTHORIZED ADJUSTMENTS WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY AND MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS HEALTH CONSEQUENCES FOR THE CALVES. Settings Categories 01: Language...
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01: Language LANGUAGE is the first category. English is the default language. 1. To change the language, simply touch the Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to scroll to language you prefer. 2. If you are satisfied with your selection, press “HOME” to save or press “FORWARD/BACK”...
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BLUETOOTH is the fifth category. This option must be “ON” if you want to be able to communicate with Matilda® with the Perfect Udder phone app. You will need the Perfect Udder™ app if you wish to change the name of your machine.
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“FORWARD/BACK” to make other modifications. 09: Cool Dwell COOL DWELL is the ninth category. This setting is important. Matilda® cannot see the temperature inside of the bag, only the water bath; therefore, we must ask her to continue to hold at the Cool Temp for a period of time to make certain that excess heat is removed from the Perfect Udder®...
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10: Idle Temperature TEST is the eleventh category. The purpose of these buttons is to allow you to test these key components are functioning properly. Touching the “HEAT” button will power the heating elements. NEVER test the heating elements without water in the sink completely covering the elements.
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Settings 12-16 are protected by a password. You will be asked to enter a password to continue. If you still wish to modify any of these settings, touch the “LOCKED” icon in the bottom left side of the screen. 1. This will open a keypad. Enter the 4-digit password then touch the Green button.
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If at any time the new password is lost or cannot be remembered, the system has default password that can retrieved by contacting your Dairy Tech Dealer or our Service Department. 16: Factory Reset This action will return all settings back to factory defaults.
Take care when inserting Perfect Udder® bags into Matilda®. Insert one bag at a time to avoid overflowing the drain. It is normal that some water run out of the drain when placing bags. This helps to keep the water fresh in the unit at all times.
(see Adjust Settings) WARNING: Feeding at a temperature HIGHER than 110°F/43°C can cause serious injury to the calf. Matilda® will sound an ALERT to notify you when your selected profile is complete (If you are using the Perfect Udder® app, you can also receive this notification on your phone.)
(see Adjust Settings) WARNING: Feeding at a temperature HIGHER than 110°F/43°C can cause serious injury to the calf. Matilda® will sound an ALERT to notify you when your selected profile is complete (If you are using the Perfect Udder® app, you can also receive this notification on your phone.)
CANCEL PROGRAM If you want to cancel a program, simply touch the “CANCEL” button in the lower right corner of the controller screen. After you select “CANCEL”, you will see another screen that will ask you to confirm that you wish to cancel the current program. •...
QUALITY CONTROL AND SYSTEM MONITORING The following recommendations should be carried out when the system is first installed and then on a monthly schedule to make certain that the pasteurization process is working adequately. 1. Follow all instructions for proper installation by thoroughly reading the manual. 2.
All parts can be ordered at our website www.DairyTechInc.com Remember, if you are experiencing issues with your Matilda®, you can go into her settings and scroll to “TEST”. Once you are there, you can perform a checkup on the three main components: HEAT,...
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2. Matilda® Does Not Heat: 1. No Power to the Control Panel Be certain that breakers on the back of the machine Check to be certain unit is plugged into 240vac outlet are not tripped. If the breakers are being tripped, the and that there is power at the outlet.
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LED # is on at the wrong times. Replace Control. 4. Matilda® Does Not Get to Temperature, but b. It is possible that some debris has held the solenoid open. Disconnect power and remove tubing from the Heater is Hot or Heats Slowly.
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8. Colostrum is Separated or Congealed: 7. Matilda® Will Not Cool: At the end of the heating and time-out cycle, the The most common cause for colostrum to separate or cooling solenoid valve should automatically open and congeal is acidification. Fermentation of the allow cool water into the machine.
10. Touchscreen is Not Responsive Screen Calibration Error A number of customers have had issues with their Matilda touchscreens becoming unresponsive and needing to go through the calibration process. Note: Users may accidentally enter screen calibration mode during machine startup if they impatiently tap on the screen.
ERROR SYMBOLS If Matilda® detects a problem, she will display a RED symbol to help you determine what the issue could be. Tapping on the error number will give additional information about the error. Additional troubleshooting steps are given in the table below.
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Udder® App. It not only has the most up-to-date trouble shooting guides, it also gives you the ability to monitor individual machine performance and install system software updates. Ask your Dairy Tech, Inc. dealer for more information about this valuable tool.
• 2 Liters for the Second Feeding Perfect Udder® Accessories For a complete listing of Perfect Udder® Accessories, please talk with your local Dairy Tech, Inc. Dealer or visit us online at www.DairyTechInc.com FeedTubes FeedTube DX 20” Length 50” length includes pinch clamp & flexible section for flow control 2 Sizes Available - Small Calf &...
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For parts list and ordering visit www.DairyTechInc.com You may also see the last pages of this user manual. Contact Dairy Tech, Inc. Dairy Tech, Inc. 34824 CR 29 Greeley, CO 80631 Toll Free: 1-866-384-2697 Local: 1-970-674-1888 Fax: 1-970-686-5871 Hours: M – F 7am –...
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Do you have a question about the Matilda and is the answer not in the manual?
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temperature settings instructions
To set the temperature on the Dairy Tech Matilda®:
1. Touch the FORWARD button to access the temperature settings.
2. The default IDLE TEMPERATURE is 100°F.
3. Use the (-) or (+) buttons to decrease or increase the temperature as needed.
4. Press HOME to save the selection or FORWARD/BACK to make additional modifications.
For pasteurization, Matilda® allows two profiles:
- FEED NOW: Pasteurizes colostrum, then cools it to a feeding temperature.
- STORE: Pasteurizes colostrum, then cools it for storage.
The pasteurization and cooling temperatures, as well as dwell times, can be adjusted in the Settings menu. A warning is issued if the feeding temperature exceeds 110°F (43°C).
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