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Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.0 May 2013
Aquamatic 5200 (-A)
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.0 May 2013 Aquamatic 5200 (-A) Operation Manual 1 (36)
  • Page 2 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 2 (36)
  • Page 3: Safety

    Apart from the measurement cell, accessed through removal of the top cover, there are no user serviceable parts inside the instrument. Perten Instruments takes no responsibility for injury or damages caused by personnel not specially trained for AM 5200 (-A) service.
  • Page 4: General Description

    Approved Uses information at www.perten.com/am5200usda. This listing includes the range of moisture content and temperature for each type of sample to be measured.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Analyzing Samples……………………………………………………………………….. 14 Settings and Features……………………………………………………………………. 16 Error messages…………………………………………………………………………… 29 Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………… 33 Cleaning sample sensors………………………………………………………………... 33 Cleaning the RF cell……………………………………………………………………… 33 Technical Specification……………………………………………………………………………. 34 Technical data…………………………………………………………………………….. 34 Environmental operating conditions…………………………………………………….. 35 This operation manual has Perten Instruments’ part number E5200EN3. 5 (36)
  • Page 6: Liability

    It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the results are correct, for example by using daily check samples to monitor the instrument and to perform periodic checks on the scale as provided in the instructions. Perten Instruments or its distributors can never be responsible for any damages caused by incorrect results by this product.
  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity (Ce)

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Declaration of Conformity (CE) 7 (36)
  • Page 8: Setting Up The Instrument

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.0 May 2013 5 Setting up the Instrument Unpacking and Installation Notice how the instrument was packed upon arrival. If the instrument is to be transported, return in original packaging. It is important that all packing materials are saved. Be sure to remove the transportation locks on the load cell before use.
  • Page 9 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 The Transport Locks (see section 5.1.2) are located near sharp edges. Wear gloves and use caution when removing and setting Transport Locks. 1. Transport Lock 1 is secured by a magnetic catch. To unlock, tilt the red plate to release the locking pin and slide the red plate to the lower position.
  • Page 10: Configuration And Adjustment

    AM 5200 (-A) is referenced against. Perten Instruments recommends the user verify adjustments by analyzing a few samples of each product using both the reference method and the AM 5200 (-A), comparing the results.
  • Page 11: User's Quick Guide - Analyzing Samples

    Quick Guide Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.0 May 2013 6 User’s Quick Guide – Analyzing Samples See Section 7.33 for additional information. Instruction Illustration/Picture Select product by pressing the corresponding button. Use arrow keys to scroll down and up the list. Enter Sample ID (only if an ID is desired).
  • Page 12: User's Reference Guide

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 7 User’s Reference Guide Instrument Overview Funnel Touch screen Catch drawer Mains switch, USB, and Ethernet The power switch is located on the rear side, beside the mains power inlet. Two USB (ψ...
  • Page 13: Operating The Am 5200 (-A)

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Operating the AM 5200 (-A) The AM 5200 (-A) is operated through a color touch screen. As a resistance-type touch screen, it is intended to be operated by touch, with the user touching screen elements by hand. It is possible to use when wearing gloves or with a stylus pen.
  • Page 14: Analyzing Samples

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Analyzing Samples 7.3.1 Preparations This Section describes necessary preparations required to begin analysis. Step Action Description Illustration/Picture Switch the instrument The AM 5200 (-A) automatically starts a self-test when the instrument is switched on.
  • Page 15 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Begin analysis The following Section is a step-by-step instruction of how to run sample analysis. Step Action Description Illustration/Picture Select Select the product by pressing the product. corresponding button in the list. Use the arrow keys to scroll up and down in the list to display more products.
  • Page 16: Settings And Features

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Run the next The instrument now assumes that it will sample. analyze another sample of the same product type. If this is the case, simply continue from step 4 above. If a different product is to be analyzed, press “Cancel”...
  • Page 17 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 7.4.1 General settings Item Description Local Settings Language, date, time, etc…. Change Access Log in as Administrator to access configuration and adjustment features. Right Analysis Options Set preferences for analysis and how results are displayed. Maintenance Adjust the built-in balance, clean, and access additional maintenance functions.
  • Page 18 0 to 5 (Low to High) Baud Rate Baud Rate Selections for printing purposes (2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115,200). The printer provided by Perten Instruments requires a baud rate of 19200. Change Log Sends the record of changes made to settings to printer.
  • Page 19 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Time Set the current hour, minute, and am/pm. This can be done by selecting Time and the setting to be changed and entering the number into the keypad on the display.
  • Page 20 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 7.4.1.3 Analysis Options In “Analysis Options”, default analysis options can be changed. These settings will be used by individual products whenever “Default” is selected. It is possible to override these default settings on individual products.
  • Page 21 Admin Pass Code (Default is 142857) in the “Current Pass” field. Enter the new desired pass code in the “New Pass” and “Confirmation field. If the revised Admin Pass Code is lost, the user can call Perten for an access code to reset the Admin Pass Code to the Default setting.
  • Page 22 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 7.4.2 Profile In “Profile”, the user can view calibration settings for profiles stored by the instrument. Selecting “Profile” will display a list of all available profiles. Select a profile to view by pressing its button and the Profile name and version number will be displayed.
  • Page 23 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 7.4.3.1 Product Settings In “Product Settings”, the user can change settings for existing products. There are restrictions on editing officially approved products. These products will display a padlock symbol on the product button.
  • Page 24 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 What to Print Select to print only moisture results or Specific Weight and/or temperature. Requires a connected printer. Average Can be set to 1, 2 or 3 to determine whether the displayed values are the average of 1, 2 or 3 sample measurements, respectively.
  • Page 25 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Press the “Save” key at the bottom right to save changes. Favorites selected are displayed under the “Select Product” screen, by touching the “Favorite” button. If the user needs to display the full list of products, touch the “Full” button. 7.4.3.6 Set Default Order This returns the product list to the factory settings.
  • Page 26 7.4.5.1 Import If the user has received a file from Perten Instruments, or your local distributor, for update of the AM 5200 (-A), place that file on a memory stick as directed and insert the memory stick into the USB port at the back of the instrument. Then navigate to the “Import/Export” menu and select “Import”.
  • Page 27 System info lists information about the instrument, current software versions etc. Listing Description Manufacturer Perten Instruments AB is the manufacturer of the AM 5200 (-A). Serial number Displays the serial number of your instrument. UI software version Displays the version of the user interface software.
  • Page 28 This is the date when an authorized technician last serviced the instrument. Next Service Date Displays the recommendation for the next service date. If reached contact your distributor or Perten Instruments DHCP Allows the user to enable or disable Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for IP Networks.
  • Page 29: Error Messages

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Error messages Error message Solution Ambient Temperature out of range The ambient temperature is either too high or too low for the AM 5200 (-A) to work properly. Clean sensor lenses, see instructions The sample sensors may be dirty.
  • Page 30 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Name field cannot be empty Please enter a name. No printer found Please connect a printer, and/or check that it is properly connected. Out of limit error If this message appears after analysis it means one or more parameters is outside of the approved range.
  • Page 31 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 to warm or cool closer to ambient temperature and re-run the sample; or, use a different sample. Strike off failed, see instructions Motorized sample strike-off was unable to push excess sample off the top of test cell. Possible causes: very wet and coarse sample, too much sample, or mechanical interference.
  • Page 32 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 This could happen if the sample you try to analyze is of very low density. If you receive this message for a sample of normal density, please contact technical support. Empty weight is not stable The empty weight measurement is not stable for analysis.
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 8 Maintenance Cleaning sample sensors Switch the power off and remove the power cable. Then open the instrument by removing the top cover. Lift off the top cover Inspect the four sensor lenses inside the funnel If the sensor lenses need to be cleaned, first use gentle compressed air jet (such as “canned air”...
  • Page 34: Technical Specification

    Fuse rating: 2 x T2A L250V Battery CR2032 3V Li-Ion with wires and connector Perten part number 21270 Dimensions H x W x D (mm/inches): 415/16.3 x 424/16.7 x 353/13.9 Net weight 18.3 kg / 40.3 lb.
  • Page 35: Environmental Operating Conditions

    Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Environmental operating conditions Note The environmental conditions only refer to the conditions in which the apparatus can be safely used. Temperature variations may affect the analysis result. Transport Temperature -20 to +55 °C Relative humidity 10% - 90% Atmospheric pressure 500 hPa –...
  • Page 36 Operation Manual AM 5200 (-A) E5200EN3 v 1.1 May 2013 Perten Instruments, Inc. 6444 S. 6th St Road Springfield, IL 62712 Tel 217-585-9440 Fax 217-585-9441 serviceusa@perten.com http://www.perten.com Shore Measuring Systems A Division of CTB, Inc. 1112 Enterprise Dr. Rantoul, IL 61866...

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