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RDS Technology Master Driers MMM 100 Installation, Calibration And Operation

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This product complies with Council Directive
2014/30/EU when installed and used in accordance
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Master Farm Services (GB) Ltd
Bures Park, Colne Road,
Bures, Suffolk
CO8 5DJ
Tel: 01787 228450 / 229083
Fax: 01787 229146
email: enquiries@masterfarm.co.uk
© Copyright RDS Technology Ltd 2012
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S/DC/500-10-691: Issue 3.00 : 05.02.2016
\UK691300.DOC
User Guide
MMM 100 Moisture Meter
Installation, Calibration and
Operation
Software Reference WZ501-001 rev.06
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  • Page 1 Bures Park, Colne Road, Bures, Suffolk CO8 5DJ Tel: 01787 228450 / 229083 Fax: 01787 229146 email: enquiries@masterfarm.co.uk © Copyright RDS Technology Ltd 2012 Document number S/DC/500-10-691: Issue 3.00 : 05.02.2016 \UK691300.DOC User Guide MMM 100 Moisture Meter Installation, Calibration and Operation Software Reference WZ501-001 rev.06...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Contents Overview _________________________________________ 4 Operation....................... 4 Calibration ..................... 5 Operating Mode __________________________________ 6 Startup ......................6 Selecting the crop type ................. 6 Correcting the Moisture Reading ..............7 2.3.1 Setting the Moisture Correction Factor ..........7 Displaying the Grain Temperature ..............
  • Page 3 MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Installation _____________________________________ 15 Parts List ...................... 15 Installation ....................17 6.2.1 Head Unit ..................17 6.2.2 Power Supply ................. 18 6.2.3 Junction Box .................. 19 6.2.4 Moisture Sensor Installation ............20 External Alarm ....................

  • Page 4: Overview

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Overview Operation The Master Driers MMM 100 Moisture Meter is used in conjunction with a Grain Moisture Sensor continuously monitor crop moisture content as it passes through the mobile drier. As the grain is...

  • Page 5: Calibration

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Calibration The grain moisture value should still be checked periodically against a reading from a reference moisture meter, particularly when processing oily or dirty crops, since the sensor can produce a false reading due to extraneous material adhering to it.

  • Page 6: Operating Mode

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Operating Mode Startup Switch the instrument on via the rear-mounted switch. The instrument first displays the software version installed e.g. "A.501" "E.001" "r.006" indicates software version WZ501-001 rev.06 The display then defaults to the channel previously selected and displays one of the following, "Ch.

  • Page 7: Correcting The Moisture Reading

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Correcting the Moisture Reading The grain moisture reading should be checked periodically against a reading from a reference moisture meter, particularly when processing oily or dirty crops, since the sensor can produce a false reading due to extraneous material adhering to it.

  • Page 8: Low Moisture Content Alarm

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Low Moisture Content Alarm If the moisture content goes below the preset threshold, the display flashes continuously and the alarm beeps every 30 seconds. NOTE: If fitted, the (optional) external audible alarm unit will operate in tandem with the instrument internal buzzer.

  • Page 9: Calibration Mode

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Calibration Mode Navigating the Calibration Mode Press and hold the button as you switch the instrument on, and continue to hold for 5 seconds until the instrument enters the calibration mode. The instrument displays "CAL" then "ALAr" (for the channel last selected in Normal Operating Mode), then the current moisture alarm threshold setting (xx.xx).

  • Page 10: Programming A Calibration Setting

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION NOTE 1: If the operator wishes to programme the instrument for alternative crops, then they can if necessary, seek advice from the Factory Service Department NOTE 2: The factory-default settings will be restored after a "Power-On Reset ".

  • Page 11: Factor A ("A.fac") / Factor B ("B.fac")

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Factor A ("A.FAc") / Factor B ("B.FAc") May require changing if drying crops other than the default grain types. To edit - Ref. section 3.2. Factor C ("C.FAc") This setting is the Moisture Correction Factor, required to match the moisture content reading of the instrument to that of a reference moisture meter.

  • Page 12: Display Smoothing Factor ("Filt")

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Display Smoothing Factor ("FILt") This value determines how steady the moisture content display remains, when reacting to variations in moisture content during drying. A higher value (%) gives a more averaged (steadier) reading.

  • Page 13: Diagnostic Mode

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Diagnostic Mode Press and hold the button as you switch the instrument on, and continue to hold for (5 seconds) until the instrument enters the diagnostic mode. The instrument displays "dIAG" and then defaults to channel A (see table 1).

  • Page 14: Data Logging

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Data Logging The instrument continuously outputs a line of data every second. A 'Wizard Upload Lead' (Pt No. S/CB/327-1-030) is required, and suitable data capture software must be Connect 'Wizard installed on your PC.

  • Page 15: Installation

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Installation Parts List - Kit : P/CMM100 Part No. Description S/HU/327-25-001 Head Unit S/AC/327-25-006 Junction Box K/INSTRUMENT Power Supply Kit K/WIZ/MTG/BKT Head Unit Mounting Kit K/ MOIST/SNR/MK4 Moisture Sensor Kit Please refer to the...
  • Page 16 MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION K/MOIST/SNR/MK4 Head Unit S/HU/327-25-001 Terminator S/AC/327-25-006 Power Supply (K/INSTRUMENT)

  • Page 17: Installation

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Installation Requiring, S/HU/327-25-001 : Head Unit S/AC/327-25-005 : Terminator K/INSTRUMENT : Power Supply Kit K/WIZ/MTG/BKT : Head Unit Mounting Kit (External Alarm optional) 6.2.1 Head Unit Confirm with the operator on where to mount the head unit. The head unit is fitted with a 1-metre flying lead terminating with an 8/10-way IDC type connector, ready for connection into the junction box.

  • Page 18: 6.2.2 Power Supply

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Snap the cover plate into the recess of the long bracket (it only fits one way). (ii) Assemble the two brackets and mounting plate with the clamping knobs, and attach to the head unit.

  • Page 19: Junction Box

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION 6.2.3 Junction Box The junction box connects the head unit, moisture sensor, power supply and optional external alarm. NOTE: The junction box is not sealed. It must be located where it will be protected...

  • Page 20: Moisture Sensor Installation

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION 6.2.4 Moisture Sensor Installation Requiring, K/MOIST/SNR/MK4 : Mk 4 Moisture Sensor Kit For mounting the sensor, please refer to the installation leaflet enclosed with the Moisture Sensor Kit. External Alarm An external alarm is optional. If fitting one, mount the alarm buzzer where it will stay dry.

  • Page 21: Test Installation

    MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Test installation Switch the instrument on from the rear-mounted switch. The instrument first displays the software version installed e.g. "A.501" "E.001" "r.006" indicates software version WZ501-001 rev.06 The instrument then enters the Normal Operating Mode and should normally display "Ch.
  • Page 22 MASTER DRIERS MMM 100 : INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND OPERATION Issue 1.1 11/4/11 Original Issue Issue 2 9.11.12 Add section on serial port output Edit values in table - section 3 Issue 3.0 5.2.16 Ref. CRQ6867...

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