Schaller humimeter PMZ User Manual

Schaller humimeter PMZ User Manual

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Moisture meter
User manual
humimeter PMZ
Pulp moisture meter
For absolute water content determination of
pulp sheets on a pile
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
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Before starting any work, read this manual!!
Version 1.3

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  • Page 1 Moisture meter User manual humimeter PMZ Pulp moisture meter For absolute water content determination of pulp sheets on a pile 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...
  • Page 2: An Overview Of Your Humimeter Pmz

    User manual humimeter PMZ An overview of your humimeter PMZ The main unit Name Measuring electrodes (blank area) Measuring electrodes (insulated area) Infrared temperature sensor USB interface (available optionally) Display Keypad Rubber protection cover Handlebar Page 2...
  • Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit

    Rear of the main unit Name Battery compartment Display Name Characteristic curve Water content in % ("6.2 Definition of moistu- content") Display symbols Temperature display Page 3...
  • Page 4: Display Symbols

    User manual humimeter PMZ Display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu Enter numbers Enter data Enter letters View measurements Continue / right Delete measurements Left On/off button, display light Save measured value Menus The device has three different menus: product selection, Data Log and main menu.
  • Page 5 Data Log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured value Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Data storage: Manual Logs, Clear Logs • Print Logs: Last Log, All Logs, Clear Logs •...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    User manual humimeter PMZ Inhaltsverzeichnis An overview of your humimeter PMZ ����������������������������������������� 2 The main unit �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 Display ........................3 Display symbols ......................4 Menus ........................4 1� Introduction �������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Information on this user manual ............. 9 Limitation of liability ................
  • Page 7 Measuring procedure setup ..............15 Perform a measurement ................ 15 5.2.1 Measurement on stapled pulp sheets / bows ......... 15 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........17 5.3.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu ........17 5.3.2 Using the hold function ................
  • Page 8 User manual humimeter PMZ Setting the power save mode ..............33 9.7.1 Adjusting the display illumination ............33 9.7.2 Automatic power-off setting of the device ..........33 Adjusting the type calibration ............... 34 Change password ................. 34 9.10 Resetting the device to factory settings ..........35 10�...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Schaller Messtechnik GmbH does not accept any liability for damages associated with the following, which also voids the warranty: •...
  • Page 10: Symbols Used In This Manual

    User manual humimeter PMZ Symbols used in this manual All safety instructions in this user manual are identified by symbols. ATTENTION Non-observance can lead to physical damage. Information This symbol indicates important information that enables users to use the de- vice more efficiently and cost effectively.
  • Page 11: For Your Safety

    For your safety The device complies with the following European directives: • Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) • Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) The device corresponds to state-of-the-art technology. However, it is still associate with a number of residual hazards. These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information.
  • Page 12: General Safety Information

    User manual humimeter PMZ General safety information Follow the safety instructions below to avoid personal injury and material damage: • Remove the batteries from the device if it is not to be used for a prolonged period. • If you notice loose parts or damage on the device, remove the batteries and contact your distributor.
  • Page 13: Inserting The Batteries

    Optional accessories: • humimeter USB data interface module - USB stick with LogMemorizer software (data recording and analysing software) and USB cable • Battery powered thermo printer (can only be used with humimeter USB data interface module) - described in a separate user manual •...
  • Page 14: Using The Device - Basics

    User manual humimeter PMZ Using the device - Basics Turn on the device • Press the  button for 3 seconds. » The display will then show the status indicator (figure » The device turns on automatically after inserting bat- teries. Selecting the product type Requirement :The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 7).
  • Page 15: Measurement

    Measurement Measuring procedure setup Requirement: The measuring instrument must have the same temperature as the prod- uct to be measured as precisely as possible. It is recommended to let the measuring device adjust to the temperature close to the product before measuring. Turn on the device (see "4.1 Turn on the device").
  • Page 16 Faults"). Information - IR-temperature sensor Pay attention to the IR temperature sensor on the top of your humimeter PMZ. The temperature sensor is a precise optical measuring instrument. It should not be under strong pressure when the electrodes are inserted or be damaged by impacts.
  • Page 17: Hold Function - Freezing The Displayed Values

    Hold function - Freezing the displayed values The device can be configured in such a way that the information being shown on the display will freeze at the touch of a button until a new button is pressed. This function can be very useful when e.g.
  • Page 18: Saving Individual Readings

    User manual humimeter PMZ Saving individual readings The device can be configured in such a way that the device will save a reading every time a button is pressed. This option (manual save function) is the device’s default set- ting.
  • Page 19: Saving Several Readings (Measurement Series) At The Same Time

    Add letters: Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required letter and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected letter (figure 22). Add numbers: Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected number.
  • Page 20 User manual humimeter PMZ Moving forward/backward: Press to switch to another input level. Press to move forward or backward. Confirm your entry by pressing » The data you entered has been saved. » The device automatically determines the average moisture content of the saved- measuring values..
  • Page 21: View Single Measured Value

    View single measured value Requirement: Minimum one measurement (e.g. 1 Log) was saved. On the display appears Press Navigate to the required measurement series. To do so, press » On the display appears figure 27. » Press to leave this screen. View single measured values of a measurement series Requirement: Minimum one measurement (e.g.
  • Page 22: Delete All Measurements (Data Storage)

    User manual humimeter PMZ Delete all measurements (Data storage) Requirement: One or more measurements have been performed and stored. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Edit Logs (figure 32). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to Clear Logs (figure 33).
  • Page 23: Delete A Single Value From A Measuring Series

    » On the display appears the message "clear?" (figure 38). Confirm with » The measurement has been deleted. 5.10 Delete a single value from a measuring series Requirement: A measurement series with at least 2 logs has been saved. On the display appears Press »...
  • Page 24: Product Types

    Special products and for creating 0,0-100 a product type Test block ! Only to check your humimeter PMZ with the op- tional test block ! Selecting the product type As a result of the numerous pulp types and their composition and production process- es, there is no standardised product type classification.
  • Page 25: Definition Of Moisture Content

    Example: 80% Hardwood (short fiber) & 20% Softwood (long fiber) use one of the types short fiber pulp 1-4 80% Softwood (long fiber) & 20% Hardwood (short fiber) use one of the types long fiber pulp 1-4 In order to achieve an exact measurement result, a one-time comparison measurement with your online moisture measurement or a reference method already used by you (e.g: EN/ISO 287) should be performed.
  • Page 26: Using The Logmemorizer Program

    Exporting measured values to a computer To do so: LogMemorizer must be installed. And you must have taken and saved one or several moisture readings. Options: You can export moisture readings from the humimeter PMZ or initiate the export at your computer. Page 26...
  • Page 27 PMZ will now be sent to your computer. Initiating the data export at your computer Connect the humimeter PMZ to your computer using the supplied USB cable: Insert the USB Mini B connector into the humim- eter PMZ (figure 50).
  • Page 28 » Import most recent manual log (for importing the most recent manually saved logs). Name Import all manual logs Import most recent manual The measuring values saved on the humimeter PMZ will now be sent to your PC. Page 28...
  • Page 29: Device Status Check

    Device status check Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The humimeter status symbol appears on the display . » On the display appears the following information: Name Serial number Software version Battery status Memory status Confirm by presssing...
  • Page 30: Adjust Settings

    User manual humimeter PMZ Adjust settings Set Bluetooth For Bluetooth, refer to a separate user manual. Set date/time Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to Date/Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...
  • Page 31: Language Setting

    Language setting Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to Language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to the required language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...
  • Page 32: Lock Options

    User manual humimeter PMZ » The °C/°F, BL On Time, Swith-off time, Materialcalibration, Password, Reset options are now activated. Press to exit the Options menu. Press to exit the main menu. Lock options After switching the instrument off and on again, the options °C/°F, BL On Time, Swith- off time, Materialcalibration, Password, Reset are again deactivated.
  • Page 33: Setting The Power Save Mode

    Setting the power save mode 9.7.1 Adjusting the display illumination Requirement: All options are activated (see "9.4 Unlock options"Unlock options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to BL On Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select the required display illumination period (30 seconds/2 minutes/5 min- utes/10 minutes).
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Type Calibration

    User manual humimeter PMZ Adjusting the type calibration The adjustment of the type calibration is described in a separate user manual. Change password Requirement: All options are activated (see "9.4 Unlock options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to Password.
  • Page 35: Resetting The Device To Factory Settings

    9.10 Resetting the device to factory settings Requirement: All options are activated (see see "9.4 Unlock options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Navigate to Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to Reset. o do so, press uand confirm by pressing »...
  • Page 36: Calibration Check

    (figure 62). » If the displayed value lies outside this range (the moisture value is displayed in grey) (figure 63) please, contact your dealer or Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Hold side 2 of the test block as shown on figure on the electrodes.
  • Page 37: Care Instructions

    10.3 Care instructions • Do not leave the device out in the rain. The device is not waterproof. • Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures. • Protect the device from strong mechanical shocks and loads. 10.4 Cleaning the device ATTENTION Device damage caused by wet cleaning Water or cleaning products can damage the device if they get into the device.
  • Page 38: Faults

    User manual humimeter PMZ 11. Faults If the following actions do not eliminate the faults or if other faults not listed here ap- pear, please contact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error Material temperature outside The temperature of the...
  • Page 39: Storage And Disposal

    Fault Cause Remedy Data transfer to Log- Interface not configured The interface only has to Memorizer failed be configured once. To do so, press the F1 key on your computer and read the Help file for your Log- Memorizer program. 12.
  • Page 40: Device Information

    User manual humimeter PMZ 13. Device information 13.1 EC 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: humimeter Product designation: Typenbezeichnung:...
  • Page 41 Für das angeführte Produkt ist eine vollständige Dokumentation mit Betriebsanleitung in Originalfassung vorhanden. For the mentioned product a complete documentation with manual of instruction in original version is available. Bei Änderungen, die nicht vom Hersteller spezifiziert sind, verliert diese Konformitätserklärung die Gültigkeit.
  • Page 42 User manual humimeter PMZ _______________ DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Name/ address of manufacturer: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Product designation: humimeter Type designation: Product description Measuring instrument for determining the water content in pulp The designated product is in conformity with the following directives: Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Great Britain •...
  • Page 43 For the mentioned product, a complete documentation with manual of instruction in original version is available. In case of any changes not agreed upon with the manufacturer, this declaration of conformity loses its validity. St. Ruprecht a.d. Raab, 31.07.2022 …............Bernhard Maunz Legal binding signature of the issuer Page 43...
  • Page 44: Technical Data

    User manual humimeter PMZ 13.2 Technical data Display resolution 0,1 % water content, 0,5 °C/°F temperature Measuring range 6 % bis 40 % water content (depending on material) Operating temperature 0 °C to +50 °C Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C...
  • Page 45: Notes

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  • Page 48 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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