Schaller FSA Operating Manual

Schaller FSA Operating Manual

Moisture meter grain moisture analyser for determination of water content of whole grain
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Moisture meter
Operating Manual
FSA
grain moisture analyser
for determination of water content of whole grain
78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m
| -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m
| 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1
3
2
Always read this operating manual before using the FSA!
Version 2.7

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  • Page 1 78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m | -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m | 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1 Always read this operating manual before using the FSA! Version 2.7...
  • Page 2: Your Fsa At A Glance

    FSA Operating Manual Your FSA at a glance Overview ungauged device Name Material funnel Drawer Cold appliance plug Type label with serial number Ethernet port USB port LCD display Integrated printer Page 2...
  • Page 3: Overview Gauged Device

    Overview gauged device Name Material funnel Drawer Gauging seal Cold appliance plug Type label with serial number Ethernet port USB port LCD display Integrated printer Page 3...
  • Page 4: Overview Top Of The Device - Ungauged/Gauged

    FSA Operating Manual Overview top of the device - ungauged/gauged Name On/Off button Gauging badge (only for gauged devices) Material funnel LCD display Integrated printer Device name Page 4...
  • Page 5: The Menus

    The menus The device has three different menus: home, measuring window and main menu: Home menu Name Main menu Time and date Version number Measuring window Page 5...
  • Page 6 FSA Operating Manual Measuring window ungauged device Name Switching off Main menu Home Starting the measurement Product selection Supplier management Printing the current measurement (see "5.4 Printing measured values") Time and date Note to empty the drawer Supplier information Material temperature...
  • Page 7 Measuring window gauged device Name Switching off Main menu Home Starting the measurement Product selection Supplier management Printing the current measurement (see "5.4 Printing measured values") Time and date Note to empty the drawer Gauging information for selected product Supplier information Material temperature Hectolitre weight Material moisture...
  • Page 8 FSA Operating Manual Main menu Name Switching off Main menu Home Language Memory location Settings Gauging (only accessible for gauging authority) Information Memory User data Administrator Page 8...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Your FSA at a glance ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 2 Overview ungauged device .................2 Overview gauged device ................3 Overview top of the device - ungauged/gauged ..........4 The menus ....................5 1� Introduction ������������������������������������������������������������������ 12 Information about this operating manual ........12 Limitation of liability ..............12 Symbols used in this manual ............12...
  • Page 10 FSA Operating Manual 5� The measuring process ������������������������������������������������� 19 Preparing a measurement ............19 Taking a measurement ...............19 Managing supplier data .............20 Printing measured values ............21 Viewing all measuring data (data storage) ........23 Deleting all measuring data (data storage) (only ungauged) ..23 6�...
  • Page 11 11� Cleaning and maintenance ������������������������������������������ 37 11.1 Care instructions ................37 11.2 Cleaning the device ..............37 11.3 Replacing the printer paper roll ..........38 11.4 Checking the calibration ............39 12� Faults ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 41 12.1 Possible error messages .............43 12.2 Transporting the device ..............45 12.3 Storing the device ..............46 12.4...
  • Page 12: Introduction

    Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the FSA grain moisture analyser safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily accessible to users at all times.
  • Page 13: Customer Service

    For technical advice, please contact our customer service department at Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A - 8181 St.Ruprecht an der Raab Telephone: +43 (0)3178 28899 Fax: +43 (0)3178 28899 - 901 E-mail: info@humimeter.com Internet: www.humimeter.com © Schaller Messtechnik GmbH 2022 Page 13...
  • Page 14: For Your Safety

    FSA Operating Manual For your safety The device complies with the following European directives: • Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) • Electrical equipment (Low Voltage Directive, LVD) • Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) • Machinery The device corresponds to state-of-the-art technology. However, it is still associated with a number of residual hazards.
  • Page 15: Danger From Electric Current

    Danger from electric current WARNING Electric shock Danger to life due to electric shock when operating with a defective mains cable or defective device. ► Disconnect the device from the power supply and secure it against being switched on again. Observe the following safety instructions to avoid hazards from electric current: •...
  • Page 16: On Receipt Of Your Device

    Making sure that all of the components have been included Make sure that all of the components have been included by checking the package contents against the following list: • FSA incl. transport lock • drawer • Schuko cable (CEE 7/7) •...
  • Page 17: Setting Up The Device

    • Before each transport, insert the screw again (figure 3). • It is important that the screwing is done without any force. It should be screwable without much effort. » If this is not possible, please contact Schaller Messtech- nik GmbH. Setting up the device Note the following: •...
  • Page 18: Using The Device - Basics

    FSA Operating Manual Using the device - Basics Inserting the drawer • Make sure that the transport lock has been removed (figure 4). • Slide the drawer into the device (figure 5). Plugging in the device Make sure that the socket you want to use has the same electrical voltage as described on the name plate of the device.
  • Page 19: The Measuring Process

    The measuring process Preparing a measurement To do so: The display has to show the measuring window (figure 8). Press the button Product  Now select the required product type from all the types stored in the device (figure 9). » A measuring process without selecting a product is not possible! Before starting the measurement, you can create and select different supplier names...
  • Page 20: Managing Supplier Data

    FSA Operating Manual ATTENTION Crushing hazard Risk of crushing due to the movement of the flap in the material funnel ► Keep any parts of the body away from the material funnel of the device. Information - Measuring accuracy To increase the measuring accuracy, take three measurements of the same material.
  • Page 21: Printing Measured Values

    5.3.2 Selecting a supplier • Select the required supplier from the list of stored suppliers (figure 14). » Select the "empty supplier" if no supplier data should be displayed. • Confirm by pressing Ok  5.3.3 Modifying supplier data • Select the required supplier from the list of stored suppliers. •...
  • Page 22 FSA Operating Manual 5.4.1 Gauged device • Due the calibration law, a manda- tory printout is made after verified measurements. • The current measuring value is printed out (printout figure 18). 5.4.2 Ungauged device • Press the button Print  • The current measuring value is printed out (printout figure 19).
  • Page 23: Viewing All Measuring Data (Data Storage)

    Viewing all measuring data (data storage) To do so: A measurement was carried out. • Press the button Menu  » The display will now show the main menu (figure 20). • Press Memory  » The display will now show the previous mea- suring data (figure 21).
  • Page 24: Product Types

    ! Only for calibration and checking of the device ! reference ! Only for calibration and checking of the device ! On request, Schaller Messtechnik GmbH can develop customer-specific characteristic curves for special product types. It is also possible to subsequently enter optionally available characteristic curves into the device.
  • Page 25: How Moisture Is Defined

    How moisture is defined The device measures and shows a material’s moisture content. The moisture content readings it displays are calculated in relation to the material’s overall mass: Mass of the sample with average moisture content Mass of the sample with zero moisture content %WG: Moisture content (in accordance with EN ISO 665:2001-02-01, EN ISO 712:2010-04-01 and EN ISO 6540:2010-07-15)
  • Page 26: Note Regarding Tolerances For Deviations

    FSA Operating Manual Note regarding tolerances for deviations For calibrated devices, the responsible gauging office (in Austria the BEV Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen) stipulates tolerance variations, so-called calibration error limits and operating management error limits for the measurement of calibrated material types.
  • Page 27: Using The Logmemorizer Program

    Using the LogMemorizer program To do so: USB stick with LogMemorizer software and network cable required Installing / opening the program Insert the USB stick with the LogMemorizer program into the USB port on your computer. Open the setup application. Follow the installation instructions.
  • Page 28 Import most recent manual log (for importing the most recent manually saved log) (figure 28). Name Import all manual logs Import most recent manual log » The measuring values saved on the FSA will now be sent to your computer. Page 28...
  • Page 29: Data Access Via Rest Interface

    Data access via REST interface To do so: The REST interface has been activated on the device and is connected to the network. Determining the network address of the device • When connecting to the network, your device should automatically be assigned a network address.
  • Page 30: Checking The Device's Status

    FSA Operating Manual Checking the device's status • Open the main menu. » Press the button Menu  • Press the button Information  » The display will now show the following information: Name User (see "10.5 My device") Serial number Gauging status...
  • Page 31: Configuring The Device

    10. Configuring the device 10.1 Selecting a language Press the button Menu  » The display will now show the main menu. Press the button Language  » The display will now show all selectable languages. Navigate through the selectable languages using the arrow keys Select your desired language.
  • Page 32: Selecting °C/°F

    FSA Operating Manual 10.3 Selecting °C/°F Press the button Menu  » The display will now show the main menu. Press the button Settings  » The display will now show the settings. Press the button Temperature  » Now you can select the desired temperature scale.
  • Page 33: Log File

    10.6 Log file • Press the button Menu  » The display will now show the main menu. • Press the button Settings  » The display will now show the settings. • Press the button Log file  10.6.1 Log types Three different log types can be selected: Info ...
  • Page 34: Update

    10.7 Update There is the possibility to perform an update of the software or the product types. If you receive an update file from Schaller Messtechnik, the file has to be copied into the main directory via USB stick. Plug in the USB stick containing the update into the device.
  • Page 35: Special Products

    "10.9.1 Setting the offset"). Confirm your changes by pressing Save  » The settings have been saved and you are back in the product list. For changes of the calibration values, Schaller Messtechnik GmbH doesn't assume any li- ability! Page 35...
  • Page 36 FSA Operating Manual 10.9.1 Setting the offset By changing the offset, the displayed measurement values can be adapted to other norms/standards. The displayed measuring value is corrected by the entered offset. Example: An offset of 1.5 % applied to a measurement value of 10.0 % results in a displayed measurement value of 11.5 % in the selected range.
  • Page 37: Cleaning And Maintenance

    11. Cleaning and maintenance Regularly cleaning and maintaining the device will ensure that it will have a long service life and stay in good condition. 11.1 Care instructions • Do not leave the device out in the rain. The device is not waterproof. •...
  • Page 38: Replacing The Printer Paper Roll

    FSA Operating Manual Drawer • Clean the drawer with dry compressed air, a cloth or a soft brush. Interior of the device • Before the cleaning, remove the drawer. » If necessary, tilt the device slightly forwards and backwards. • Remove possible residues or dirt by blowing dry compressed air through the opening for the drawer or through the material funnel on the top of the de- vice.
  • Page 39: Checking The Calibration

    11.4 Checking the calibration The device’s calibration should be checked regularly. To do so: Optionally available test medium required • Press the button Menu  » The display will now show the main menu. • Press the button Settings  » The display will now show the settings. •...
  • Page 40 FSA Operating Manual Confirm the test by pressing Ok  » Now you are back in the device test menu. 11.4.2 Scale test Press the button Scale  » The device now automatically determines the value without test weight (tare value) (figure 40).
  • Page 41: Faults

    » Now you are back in the device test menu. 12. Faults If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error...
  • Page 42 LogMemorizer program. Measuring device The overvoltage and tempera- Disconnect the device from does not boot any ture protection of the FSA may the power supply and wait more. have been triggered for about 4 hours. After that the overvoltage protection should have been reacti- vated.
  • Page 43: Possible Error Messages

    12.1 Possible error messages If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Sensor calibration Heavy contamination in the Thoroughly clean the interior...
  • Page 44 Fault Cause Remedy Defective opening Multiple blockage of the Thoroughly clean the interior of opening the FSA through the mate- rial opening (see "11.2 Cleaning device"). If the problem re- curs, contact Schaller Messtech- nik GmbH. Defective lid Multiple blockage of the lid...
  • Page 45: Transporting The Device

    Insert a new paper roll. paper. Printer is offline Communication problem Restart the device. If the prob- between the printer and the lem recurs, contact Schaller FSA. Messtechnik GmbH. Touch calibration Incorrect use of the touch Restart the device and repeat...
  • Page 46: Storing The Device

    FSA Operating Manual If your device has been delivered with an additional overpack (bigger cardboard box), always ship the device packed in both cardboard boxes. Follow the instructions on the transport label on the packaging. 12.3 Storing the device Store the device under the following conditions : •...
  • Page 47: Device Information

    13. Device information 13.1 CE declaration of conformity _______________ KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name/ Adresse des Herstellers: Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 Name/ address of manufacturer: A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Produktbezeichnung: Schaller Product designation: Typenbezeichnung: Type designation: Messgerät zur Bestimmung des Wassergehalts in...
  • Page 48 FSA Operating Manual EN ISO 12100:2011 Allgemeine Gestaltungsleitsätze - Risikobeurteilung und EN ISO 12100:2013 Risikominderung Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk as- sessment and risk reduction EN ISO 13857:2020-04 Sicherheit von Maschinen - Sicherheitsabstände gegen das Erreichen von Gefahrstellen mit den oberen Gliedmaßen und...
  • Page 49 _______________ DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Name/ address of manufacturer: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Product designation: Schaller Type designation: Product description Measuring instrument for determining the water content in foodstuffs The designated product is in conformity with the following directives: Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Great Britain •...
  • Page 50 FSA Operating Manual EN ISO 12100:2011 Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk EN ISO 12100:2013 asassessment and risk reduction EN ISO 13857:2020-04 Safety of machinery - Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs...
  • Page 51: Technical Data

    13.2 Technical data 13.2.1 General Display resolution 0.1 °C temperature 0.1 kg/hl hectolitre weight Operating temperature +10 °C to +50 °C Storage temperature +3 °C to +50 °C Temperature sensor Infrared (contactless) Temperature compensation automatic Sample quantity approx. 450 ml Power supply 100-240 VAC 1A, 50-60 Hz Plug...
  • Page 52 Schaller Messtechnik develops, produces and sells professional moisture meters and turnkey solutions. Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99, A - 8181 St. Ruprecht an der Raab Tel +43 (0)3178 - 28899 , Fax +43 (0)3178 - 28899 - 901 info@humimeter.com, www.humimeter.com...

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