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- Page 1 Instruction Manual: ATS & BTS Moisture Analyzers...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Table of Contents 1. Cautionary Notes 1.1 Important Safety Warnings Hot Parts and Surfaces More Cautionary Notes and Precautions 2. Specifications 3. Introduction 4. Keys and Display Indicators 5. Parts Description 6. Unpacking and Getting Started 7. -
Page 3: Cautionary Notes
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 1: Cautionary Notes The TORBAL Moisture Analyzer is a sensitive and a delicate instrument that generates heat up to 160°C. Many parts and surfaces of the moisture analyzer get extremely HOT. Always handle the analyzer with care and use EXCESSIVE CAUTION when operating the moisture analyzer. - Page 4 Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers WARNING: • If a mistake creates a dangerous situation, immediately press the STOP key to terminate the drying. • Use extreme caution when touching parts of the analyzer they may be very HOT. Wear protective gloves when removing hot samples, even when using the pan handle (it can get very hot).
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Page 5: Hot Parts And Surfaces
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 1.2 Hot Parts and Surfaces Many parts of the Moisture Analyzer get very HOT during use. Familiarize yourself with these internal parts and always allow adequate time for cooling before touching or handling. Never touch any areas of the analyzer that with hot symbol. -
Page 6: More Cautionary Notes And Precautions
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 1.3 More Cautionary Notes and Precautions Correct location and proper environment has a significant impact on the accuracy of the weighing results of the TORBAL Moisture Analyzer. The optimal location for your unit: •... -
Page 7: Specifications
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 2: Specifications Model ATS60 ATS120 BTS110 Maximum Capacity 100g 110g Readability (d) 0.001g 0.01g Repeatability 0.001g 0.01g (Standard Deviation) Linearity +/- 0.002g +/- 0.02g Tare Range -60g -120g -110 Accuracy Class Calibration Weight 10g, 20, 50g 20g, 50g, 100g... -
Page 8: Introduction
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 3: Introduction 3.1. Function of the Moisture Analyzer • The primary function of the device is to make precise measurements that allow the user to determine the moisture content of various materials using the principle of thermo-gravimetric analysis – mass loss of a sample caused by rapid drying due to an increase in temperature. -
Page 9: Keys And Display Indicators
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 4: Keys and Display Indicators Primary Function Secondary Function Turns analyzer ON / OFF ENTER Enter – used to enter menu folders and accept Tare – tares gross weight / zero the scale →T←... -
Page 10: Parts Description
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 5: Parts Description Halogen Lamps Pan Shield Posts Temperature Sensor Adjustable Leveling Feet Drying Chamber Bubble Level Indicator Pan Shield Fuse Pan Support Base Plate Pan Handle Glass Plate Disposable Pan Latches - 9 -... -
Page 11: Unpacking And Getting Started
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 6: Unpacking and getting started Carefully remove the Moisture Analyzer and all its components from the packaging and place them on a stable base where the unit will not be affected by any mechanical vibrations or air movements. After removing the Pan Shield (4), Pan Support (5), and Pan Handle (6) from their packaging, open the Drying Chamber (3) and carefully install the Pan Shield (4) on the three Pan Shield Posts (8). -
Page 12: Main Menu
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 7: Main Menu 1. Drying Settings: Used to configure and define essential drying parameters and profiles which are necessary to perform moisture analysis. 2. Memory Settings: Allows to recall a previously saved set of parameters from the analyzers memory. 3. -
Page 13: Configuring Drying Settings And Understanding The Parameters
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 8: Configuring Drying Settings and Understanding the parameters 8.1. Configuring Drying Settings 1. Press the MENU key, then use the arrow keys to select “Drying Settings” and press ENTER. Use the arrow keys to select parameters and input desired values. Press ENTER to accept and confirm a setting. -
Page 14: Understanding Drying Parameters And Settings
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 8.3. Understanding drying parameters and settings Drying Temperature - maximum drying temperature which will be used to perform moisture analysis. Mode - The analyzer can be used in two drying modes: Short Mode (Automatic): Drying is terminated when the mass loss between successive samples taken during the moisture analysis (Sample Quantity) is smaller than the threshold value of 2mg. - Page 15 Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Drying time – defines the total drying time for a sample when operating the analyzer in the Time Mode. When using the analyzer in the Short Mode the drying time should be set to 10 hours. Drying Profile –...
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Page 16: Preparing The Sample
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 9: Preparing the Sample 1. A sample of a given substance must be a good representation of the material. Drawing and preparing a sample is a very important process as it may affect the repeatability of measurements. The most common method of homogenizing a sample is mixing. -
Page 17: Performing Moisture Analysis
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 10: Performing Moisture Analysis After configuring all of the necessary parameters and preparing the sample, you may begin your moisture analysis by following the steps below: 1. Open the Drying Chamber. 2. - Page 18 Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 5. Close the Drying Chamber. 6. Press the START key. The unit will indicate on the display that Heating is in progress. The moisture content of the sample will be displayed as a percentage (%). During the analysis, in addition to the result, the display will indicate the Drying Chamber Temperature, the present weight of the sample, the elapsed time, and the initial weight of the sample.
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Page 19: Determining Drying Parameters For Unknown Samples
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 11: Determining Drying Parameters for Unknown Samples Optimal drying parameters for a sample can be easily obtained by performing trial-and-error analysis. The objective is to establish an ideal Drying Temperature for the sample, as well an optimal Drying Time, and Sample Size. Drying Temperature - An ideal Drying Temperature is such that will allow the analyzers to completely dry the sample in a reasonable amount of time (with unnecessarily delaying the analysis), but won’t burn the sample. -
Page 20: Setting Trial Parameters And Performing Trial-And-Error Analysis
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 11.2. Setting trial parameters and performing trial-and-error analysis 1. Press the MENU key, then use the arrow keys to select “Drying Settings” and press ENTER Use the arrow keys to select parameters and input trail values based on the following recommendations. -
Page 21: Loading Saved Profiles And Parameters
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 12: Loading Saved Profiles and Parameters To load saved parameters that have been stored in the memory, follow the steps below: Press the Menu key and use the navigation keys to select option 2 (Memory Settings) Use the navigation keys to scroll and select a desired memory location set of stored parameters. -
Page 22: Temperature Correction And Adjustment
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 13: Temperature Correction and Adjustment The analyzer’s temperature sensor can be recalibrated and adjusted to measure temperature based on readings derived from an external temperature probe or thermometer. Temperature calibration and adjustment should be performed only if the sample must be dried under strictly controlled temperature conditions, when temperature accuracy is of an essence in order to perform accurate drying. -
Page 23: Obtaining Temperature Correction Readings And Enabling Temperature Correction
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 13.2. Obtaining temperature correction readings and enabling Temperature Correction Configure “Drying Settings” to the lowest and highest temperatures that the analyzers will be used with i.e. 80°C (T1) and 150°C (T2). Use the analyzer in the Time mode with the Drying time set to 15 minutes. 80°C Drying Temperature: 150°C... -
Page 24: Drying Options
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 14: Drying Options In addition to the” Drying Chart” and “Temperature Correction” the analyzer is equipped with “Averaging” and “Transmission” options. Averaging – when enabled the analyzer will collect results of performed analysis and calculate an average. The average will be rolling until the user erases the collected data by selecting “Erasing”... -
Page 25: Report Printing Configuration And Data Transmission
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 15: Report Printing Configuration and Data Transmission The analyzer can be connected to printer or a PC. At the end of each transaction a detailed report of the drying results is produced. To print the reports press the Data Transfer key . -
Page 26: Rs232 (Port 1) And Usb (Port 2) Interface Ports
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 16: RS232 (Port 1) and USB (Port 2) Interface Ports Before connecting the analyzer to a PC or printer configure the interface ports by following the steps below. 1. Press the Menu key and use the navigation keys to select option 5 (Configuration). 2. -
Page 27: Configuration
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 17: Configuration The configuration options are used to setup general functions of the analyzer such Unit of measure, LCD settings, Language and Time & Date. 1. Press the Menu key and use the navigation keys to select option 5 (Configuration). 2. -
Page 28: Restoring Factory Defaults
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 18: Restoring Factory Defaults 1. Press the Menu key and use the navigation keys to select option 6 (Settings Default). 2. Select YES and press the ENTER key to confirm. Caution : Restoring factory defaults erases the analyzer’s database, therefore deleting all saved parameters and memory locations. -
Page 29: Testing The Analyzer With Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 19: Testing the Analyzer with Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate Important: Always wear protective goggles over your eyes and rubber gloves when handling Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate. Protect your mouth by wearing a dust mask. Warning If inhaled, Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate may cause mild irritation to the respiratory tract. -
Page 30: Replacing The Halogen Lamps And Cleaning The Chamber
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 20: Replacing the Halogen Lamps and cleaning the chamber Cleaning the Analyzer • Before cleaning the unit or replacing halogen bulbs, always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. • Before performing any maintenance on the unit, make sure all parts and surfaces of the Analyzer have cooled. -
Page 31: Calibration
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 21: Calibration When the Analyzer is initially installed, it must be calibrated to ensure accurate weighing results. Calibration should be performed periodically or whenever the unit is moved to a different location. Before calibrating the Analyzer, have the appropriate calibration weight available. - Page 32 Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 7. After the tare is complete, the screen requests that the External Load, to be placed on the pan. 8. Place the External Load on the pan. 9. When the calibration weight is placed on the pan, the scale will automatically begin the calibration process.
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Page 33: Weighing
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 22: Weighing 1. To begin weighing, press the toggle key ( ) to switch from a Moisture Analyzing Mode to a Weighing Mode or vice versa. The scale is ready to begin weighing as soon as the stabilization indicator ( appears on the display. -
Page 34: Clearing A Tare
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers 22.2. Clearing a Tare 1. To clear the tare, remove the tared object along with the net weight from the pan. The scale will then display a negative tare result. 2. To clear the tare, press the T button. 3. -
Page 35: Common Errors And Troubleshooting
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 23: Common Errors and Troubleshooting Common Analysis problems: Problem Solution Reduce temperature Sample Burns Use glass fiberfilter on the top of the sample Reduce sample quantity and distribute it uniformly Increase temperature Drying takes too long Reduce sample mass A sample is liquid or paste... -
Page 36: Warranty
Fulcrum’s liability under this warranty is limited to furnishing the labor and parts necessary to remedy the defect covered by this warranty and restore the product to normal operating condition. Purchasers may be charged a minimum repair fee for in-warranty products returned for repair if those products are determined to be problem-free. -
Page 37: Drying Parameters For Common Materials And Substances
Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Chapter 24: Drying parameters for common materials and substances Substance Initial weight (g) Temperature (°C) Preparation Analysing time (min) Acrylate seal mix a sample Granulated sugar Icing sugar Butter tear up a foil Margarine Ketchup Mustard... - Page 38 Instruction Manual – ATS / BTS Moisture Analyzers Sticks grind into powder Skimmed milk mix a sample Skimmed milk powder Fat milk powder Whole milk mix a sample Concentrated orange juice mix a sample Dry chicken excrements Soap pinch some pieces Starch derivatives Starch glue mix a sample...
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