Summary of Contents for FARMSCAN MT-PRO
- Page 1 Operators Manual MT-PRO Grain Moisture Tester Farmscan Part No. 2166 AM-2166-09/19 DOCU-M0112 07-11...
- Page 2 field improvements may be denied. Sold / Serviced / 12m Return to base Warranty FARMSCAN PTY LTD ABN 76 632 674 545 Unit 4, 27 Mordaunt Circuit, Canning Vale WA 6155 Sales: (08) 6102 3200 Support: 0480 018 282 www.farmscan.com.au...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Operation Operating Conditions ................05-1 Operational Messages ..............05-1 Moisture Limit Guidelines ..............05-2 Operating Procedure - Preheating ...........05-3 Operating Procedure – Normal Operation ........05-4 Average Test Results ................05-5 Select a New Grain Scale or Function ..........05-6 Select a Different Language .............05-6 Calibration Modes ................05-7 Select a Different Calibration Mode ..........05-8 Calibration Consideration / Limits .............05-8... -
Page 4: Operation
Operation OPERATING CONDITIONS Test cell and grain MUST be free of any condensation or surface moisture. Moisture on grain or in test cell will cause high readings. Very hot or cool grain will pick up moisture when it warms or cools. The pressure cap of the tester can squeeze moisture from high moisture grains, such as corn, into the bottom of the test cell. -
Page 5: Moisture Limit Guidelines
Operation MOISTURE LIMIT GUIDELINES - DISPLAY READING (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.) Grains Moisture Range Moisture Range Low Limit High Limit Alfalfa 6.0% 24.0% Barley 7.0% 25.0% Beet 8.0% 20.0% Buckwheat 6.0% 23.0% Canary 8.0% 23.0% Clover: Purple 6.0% 20.0% Clover: White... -
Page 6: Operating Procedure - Preheating
Operation OPERATING PROCEDURE – PREHEATING IMPORTANT: If the temperature of the grain sample is 20˚F (11˚C) more or less than the temperature of the unit, preheat the tester and test as follows: PREHEATING PROCEDURE 1. Remove cap (A) and inspect test cell (B) to be sure that it is clean and empty. -
Page 7: Operating Procedure - Normal Operation
Operation OPERATING PROCEDURE – NORMAL OPERATION 1. Remove cap (A) and inspect test cell (B) to be sure that it is clean and empty. 2. Press ON-OFF button (C) to turn on tester. The display (D) will show ALWAYS AVERAGE 3 TESTS for approximately 7 seconds, then will show ALFALFA (initial operation) or the name of the last grain tested. -
Page 8: Average Test Results
Operation AVERAGE TEST RESULTS 1. When testing grain, the test result is displayed for about ten seconds. During the period that the test moisture % and temperature is displayed, press the MEMORY button (A). The tester will acknowledge that it has entered the reading into memory, by displaying the current average and then the number of stored readings. -
Page 9: Select A New Grain Scale Or Function
Operation SELECT A NEW GRAIN SCALE OR FUNCTION 1. At start up, the tester will display, ALWAYS AVERAGE 3 TESTS for approximately 7 seconds, then will display the name of the last grain tested, such as CORN. 2. To select a new grain scale, press either the up or down arrow on the SELECT button (A) to index forward or backward through the... -
Page 10: Calibration Modes
Operation CALIBRATION MODES This tester includes two different Calibration Modes. Please read the description below to determine which calibration mode you wish to use. 1. Simple Calibration Mode: In Simple Calibration Mode if you apply an offset to a given grain the tester will simply apply that offset to the displayed moisture regardless of the moisture content or range. -
Page 11: Select A Different Calibration Mode
Operation SELECT A DIFFERENT CALIBRATION MODE 1. Calibration mode ’SIMPLE’ is the default mode from the factory. 2. To select a new calibration mode, press either the up or down arrow on the SELECT button (A) to index forward or backward through the grain (function) menu until the phrase CALIBRATION MODE is displayed. - Page 12 Operation CALIBRATION CONSIDERATION / LIMITS (CON’T) 1. Tester Differences: Your moisture tester unit may not match a given elevator tester. None of the testers exactly match the actual weighted moisture of any given grain. There is no national standard for elevator testers.
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Page 13: Adjust Calibration - Simple Option
Operation ADJUST CALIBRATION – SIMPLE OPTION IMPORTANT: Always obtain three (3) test results from the grain elevator for the sample being compared. Average these three (3) results. Compare this average with the average of three (3) tests by the moisture tester before making any adjustments. -
Page 14: Adjust Calibration - Advanced Option
Operation ADJUST CALIBRATION – ADVANCED OPTION IMPORTANT: Always obtain three (3) test results from the grain elevator for the sample being compared. Average these three (3) results. Compare this average with the average of three (3) tests by the moisture tester. 1. -
Page 15: Clear Calibration - Simple Option
Operation CLEAR CALIBRATION – SIMPLE OPTION 1. Select grain to clear. 2. Press CAL button (A), tester will then display last calibration that was made. 3. Press CLEAR button (B). 4. Tester will then display 0.0% for both lines if the calibration has been cleared. -
Page 16: Display Temperature In The Cell
Operation DISPLAY TEMPERATURE IN THE CELL 1. To display the temperature in the cell, press either the up or down arrow on the SELECT button (A) to index forward or backward through the grain (function) menu until the word TEMPERATURE is displayed. 2. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
SOLUTION 5: Unit may need to be re-calibrated by factory. Return tester to your AgraTronix dealer for repair or replacement or call AgraTronix customer service at 1-800-821-9542 or Farmscan 0480 018 282. SYMPTOM C: Unit reads MOISTURE BELOW LIMIT or MOISTURE ABOVE LIMIT. -
Page 18: Service
Service CHECK BATTERY POWER LEVELS AND REPLACE BATTERIES 1. The tester is powered with two 9 volt alkaline batteries. The left battery (A) powers the backlight circuit. The right battery (B) powers the system. 2. The tester will flash a BATTERY LOW message if system battery needs replacing when unit is turned on. -
Page 19: Warranty
Warranty WARRANTY This product is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from date of retail purchase in USA or Canada and one (1) year overseas. This warranty does not cover the battery or damage resulting from misuse, neglect, accident or improper installation or maintenance. -
Page 20: Manufacturer' Contact Information
Sales: (08) 6102 3200 Support: 0480 018 282 www.farmscan.com.au ACCESSORIES Carrying Case - Part No. 06053 The MT-PRO’s carrying case is constructed of padded vinyl to protect ® the tester. A zipper bottom and Velcro sealing flap permit operation with tester in carrying case.