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MA103512 7.0.16

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  • Page 1 ® User Manual ShipsLog 3 MA103512 7.0.16...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important information Notices ..........................6 Symbols used in this manual ..................6 Symbols used on the equipment .................. 7 Safety instructions ......................7 Introduction ........................7 1.5.1 Compatible data loggers ..................8 Operation Removing the data logger ................... 10 Configuring the data logger ..................
  • Page 4 Table of contents Disinfecting the SL3 ..................... 38 Appendix Specifications ....................... 40 Disposal ......................... 41 Returning for service ....................41 Common email settings ....................41 Index...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    Important information...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Hard copies and backup copies should be routinely kept. All equipment supplied by Planer Limited is subject to a Warranty Agreement and Limited Liability. In addition, software products are not sold but are licensed for use and are subject to a Licence Agreement.

  • Page 7: Symbols Used On The Equipment

    Introduction The ShipsLog 3 (SL3) allows temperature measurements to be recorded from a dry shipper. The SL3 comprises a modified cork with a protective data logger housing mounted to the top and a thermocouple sensor located on the tip of the cork.

  • Page 8: Compatible Data Loggers

    Important information 1. Modified cork 2. Data logger housing 3. Sensor 1.5.1 Compatible data loggers The SL3 supports two types of logger: · FCOR-USB-TC 21CFR: no display; compatible with the EasyLog USB 21 CFR software. · FCOR-USB-TC LCD: display; compatible with the EasyLog USB software. If you require 21 CRF Part 11 compliance, you need the FCOR-USB-TC 21CFR data logger.

  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation...

  • Page 10: Removing The Data Logger

    Operation Operation Removing the data logger 1. Push down on the retaining clip. 2. Slide open the top cover. 3. Pull out the data logger. Configuring the data logger 1. Remove the data logger from the cork; see Removing the data logger 2.

  • Page 11: Refitting The Data Logger

    Operation Refitting the data logger 1. Clip the clear protective cover back onto the data logger. 2. Slide the data logger into the housing. Take care to ensure the contacts in the housing are aligned with the slots in the data logger. 3.

  • Page 12: Starting And Viewing The Data Logger

    Operation Starting and viewing the data logger Refer to the Data logger software section for details on how to prepare the data logger.

  • Page 13: Lcd Display

    Operation For the FCOR-USB-TC LCD data logger, press down on the activation arm on top of the SL3 housing to activate the data logger's button. Whether or not this is required to start the data logger depends on how the logger was configured; see the Setting up the logger section.

  • Page 14: Led Status Indicators

    Operation The data logger is in delayed start mode and will begin logging at the time specified during set up The logger is in Push-to-start mode and will begin logging when the button is pressed. When the display has been disabled, see Setting up the logger , pressing the button will momentarily show 'log' to...
  • Page 15 Operation Green single flash every 10 seconds. The data logger is currently logging. No alarm. Green single flash every 20 seconds. The data logger is currently logging, however the battery is running low. No alarm. Green single flash every 30 seconds. The data logger is not currently logging, but is primed to start at a later date and time (delayed start).

  • Page 17: Data Logger Software

    Data logger software...

  • Page 18: Installation

    21CFR. Some screens only apply to the EasyLog USB 21 CFR. Installation 1. Download the application from https://www.planer.com/products/alarms-a- monitoring/shipslog.html. 2. Run the downloaded installation program and follow the on screen instructions. System requirements The software is compatible with the following 32 and 64 bit systems: Windows 7, 8 and...

  • Page 19: Setting Up The Data Logger

    Data logger software From this menu you will be able to do the following: · Set up the data logger for a new session. · Download data from a logger that has been recording. · View previously saved data. · Check the status of the logger.
  • Page 20 Data logger software 6. Select the operating mode for the display. This step is not available in the EasyLog USB 21 CFR software. 7. Select whether the logger should stop recording when full or start overwriting old data Next and then click .
  • Page 21 Data logger software 10. If you are running the EasyLog USB 21 CFR, add any restrictions on who can stop Next the logging session and then click Start when the data logger 11. Finally, select when the logger should start. The button is pressed option is not available in the EasyLog USB 21 CFR software.

  • Page 22: Stopping The Data Logger And Downloading Data

    Data logger software 13. The logger will now be set up and ready to go. Do not leave the logger in the USB port as this will reduce the battery capacity. 3.3.2 Stopping the data logger and downloading data 1. Click on the download icon. 2.

  • Page 23: Viewing Previously Saved Data

    Data logger software Save 5. Select a suitable file name and the file. After a few moments, the graph will automatically open. The graph from the EasyLog USB 21 CFR software will also include signature details for the session. 3.3.3 Viewing previously saved data 1.

  • Page 24: Easylog Usb 21 Cfr

    Data logger software 2. Click to return to the main screen 3.3.5 EasyLog USB 21 CFR The EasyLog USB 21 CFR software provides a number of special features that are not available in the EasyLog USB software. 3.3.5.1 Logging in and out Log In To log in, enter your user name and password at the login page and click...

  • Page 25: Administrator Settings

    Data logger software You will automatically be logged out if you are inactive for longer than the Auto logout time; see Software settings Logout If you want to log out immediately, click from the menu bar. 3.3.5.2 Administrator settings The Administrator Setup screen is presented the first time you run the software. 1.

  • Page 26: Email Settings

    Data logger software 3.3.5.3 Email settings Only users who have been configured as Administrators can change the email settings. 1. The email settings screen allows you to add recipients and configure the email server settings. Send mail to 2. To add a new recipient, enter their email address in the field and click Delete 3.

  • Page 27: Creating Users

    Data logger software 2. Complete the form. Details of the fields are given below. Company name This will appear alongside signatures. It is stored in the data logger for the current session. Installation name Appears in audit trails to identify the PC used for transactions.
  • Page 28 Data logger software 2. Complete the form. Details of the fields are given below.

  • Page 29: 3.3.5.5.1 Editing Users

    Data logger software Login name This will appear alongside signatures. It is stored in the data logger for the current session. First name and surname The first name and surname are combined to create the user's signature. More than one person can have the same first name and surname.

  • Page 30: Exporting Users And Settings

    Data logger software 3.3.5.6 Exporting users and settings Only users who have been configured as Administrators can export users and settings. Admin > Export users/settings 1. Select Finish 2. Select the users and options you want to export and click .

  • Page 31: Software Audit

    Data logger software 3.3.5.8 Software audit Options > View software audit 1. Select Advanced View 2. Click on to see more information about each transaction. Export 3. To export as a PDF file, click on the button at the top of the screen.
  • Page 33 Data logger...

  • Page 34: Data Logger Changing The Battery

    Data logger Data logger Changing the battery · Remove the data logger from the PC before replacing the battery. · Do not open, puncture or mutilate the batteries. · Do not heat batteries or attempt to recharge them. · Do not use a fire to dispose of batteries. ·...
  • Page 35 5. Remove the existing battery and dispose of in accordance with local regulations. See Disposal 6. Insert the new battery. · Always use the correct type of battery: 3.6 V, ½ AA lithium primary battery. Planer part number BT103588. · Ensure the correct polarity when inserting.

  • Page 36: Battery Passivation

    Data logger 7. Refit the cover and slide on until a click is heard. This confirms the two parts are snapped together correctly. 8. After replacing the battery, connect the data logger to your PC to download any data that might have been previously stored. 4.1.1 Battery passivation If left unused for extended periods, the lithium batteries used in the data logger will...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Maintenance...

  • Page 38: Calibration

    Maintenance Maintenance Calibration The data logger and sensor should be calibrated annually by an authorised service provider. Cleaning the SL3 1. Gently wipe with a damp cloth and clean water. 2. Wait 2 minutes. 3. Allow to dry. Disinfecting the SL3 ·...

  • Page 39: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 40: Specifications

    SC type CS type Weight SC type: 0.25 kg CS type: 0.72 kg data logger Planer part numbers: FCOR-USB-TC 21CFR: no display; compatible with the EasyLog USB 21 CFR software. FCOR-USB-TC LCD: display; compatible with the EasyLog USB software. Operating temperature -10 °C to +40 °C: data logger only.

  • Page 41: Disposal

    Returning for service Should the SL3 need to be sent back to Planer Limited for repair, or if the unit is to be inspected, maintained or repaired on-site by Planer Limited, a Declaration of Decontamination must be completed. This can be downloaded from http://planer.com/support/service/decontamination-certificate.html.
  • Page 42 Appendix Locating email settings from your email client Windows Live Mail Accounts Properties 1. Select the tab and then click the button. General 2. The tab shows the email address. Servers Outgoing mail Account 3. Select the tab to find the (SMTP) and Name (User Name) details.
  • Page 43 Appendix Forwarding and POP/IMAP Ensure POP is enabled by checking the tab in your Gmail account. Connected apps and sites My Account, Allow less secure under ensure apps is set to on. Outgoing mail server name (SMTP) smtp.gmail.com Outgoing mail server port number (SMTP) 587 User name your full gmail address Password...

  • Page 45: Index

    Index - A - - G - administrator green LED audit software - I - - B - importing users and settings battery installation changing software passivation introduction - C - - L - calibration changing LEDs battery log in cleaning log out creating users...
  • Page 46 Index status data logger stopping symbols 6, 7 system requirements software - U - users creating editing exporting importing using the software - V - view data logger data...

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