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Moisture meter
Operating Manual
humimeter MS4
Road salt moisture meter
for measuring the moisture content of road salt
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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Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter MS4!
Version 2.2
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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 humimeter MS4! Version 2.2...
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Page 2: Your Humimeter Ms4 At A Glance
MS4 Operating Manual Your humimeter MS4 at a glance The main unit Name USB port (for charging the battery) Display Keypad Charging-LED Page 2... -
Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit
Rear of the main unit Name Sensor surface The display Name Product type Moisture Content in % (see 7.1 How moisture content is defined) Display symbols Temperature display Page 3... -
Page 4: The Display Symbols
MS4 Operating Manual The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Change menu Back Enter data Enter numbers View measurements Enter letters Delete measurements Continue / go right On/off button, display light Left Save measured value... - Page 5 Data Log menu Name Change menu Save measured value / device on/off Display illumination Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Edit Logs: Manual Logs, Clear Logs • Print Logs: Last Log, All Logs, Clear Logs •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
MS4 Operating Manual Table of contents Your humimeter MS4 at a glance ������������������������������������������������ 2 The main unit ......................2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 The display ....................... 3 The display symbols ....................4 The menus ....................... 4 1�... - Page 7 6� Saving your readings ��������������������������������������������������� 16 Hold function - Freezing the displayed values ........16 6.1.1 Activating the hold function in the options menu ........16 6.1.2 Using the hold function ................ 16 Saving your readings manually .............. 17 6.2.1 Saving individual readings ..............
- Page 8 MS4 Operating Manual 10.9.2 Configuring automatic switch-off ............32 10.10 Configuring the material calibration function ........33 10.11 Changing the password ................ 33 10.12 Resetting the device to its factory settings ..........33 11� Cleaning and maintenance ������������������������������������������ 34 11.1...
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Page 9: Introduction
Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter MS4 safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily acces- sible to users at all times. -
Page 10: Symbols Used In This Manual
MS4 Operating Manual Symbols used in this manual All of the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding symbol. CAUTION It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to injury. ATTENTION It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to damage to property or equipment. -
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 associated with a number of residual hazards. These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information. -
Page 12: General Safety Information
MS4 Operating Manual General safety information The following safety information has to be observed at all times to avoid damage to objects and injury to people: • Please contact your dealer if any parts of the device have become loose or damaged. -
Page 13: Using The Device - Basics
Optional accessories: • Thermal printer with rechargeable battery (described in a separate operating manual) • Bluetooth module (described in a separate operating manual) Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the button for 3 seconds. » The display will then show the status indicator (see 9. -
Page 14: Switching The Device Off
MS4 Operating Manual Switching the device off To do so: The device has to be in the product selection or Data Log menu. It is not pos- sible to switch off the device when it is in the main menu. -
Page 15: Taking A Measurement
Taking a measurement To do so: The material to be measured has to have a minimum thickness of 50 mm and the device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. Take hold of the device with one hand and press it onto the top of the material to be measured with a pressure of approx. -
Page 16: Saving Your Readings
MS4 Operating Manual Saving your readings 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 17: Saving Your Readings Manually
Saving your readings manually All of the readings can be saved, edited and viewed on the device. The figure below shows the overview screen of a single saved series of measurements. Name Name of the measurement series (editable) Temperature (average) Date &... - Page 18 MS4 Operating Manual » The setting has been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Using the manual saving option To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu"...
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Page 19: Saving Several Readings (A Measurement Series) At The Same Time
6.2.2 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu" page Take several readings (see 5. The measuring pro- cess). To save a reading, press as soon as the reading has been taken. -
Page 20: Viewing Individual Readings
MS4 Operating Manual Viewing individual readings To do so: You must have saved a reading (e.g. 1 log). The display will now appear as shown in figure 17. Press Select the required reading. To do so, press » The display will now appear as shown in figure »... -
Page 21: Deleting All Measured Values (Data Log)
Deleting all measured values (data log) To do so: You must have taken and saved one or several readings. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Edit Logs (figure 23). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Clear Logs (figure 24). To do so, press and confirm by pressing The display will then show the message clear? (figure 25). -
Page 22: Deleting Individual Values From A Single Series Of Measurements
MS4 Operating Manual » The display will then show the message clear? (figure 29). Confirm by pressing » The value has been deleted. Deleting individual values from a single series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements comprising at least 2 logs. -
Page 23: Product Types
Product types Product type Material to be measured Grain size Measuring range Empty 1 Free curve for special products Empty 2 Free curve for special products Road salt fine Suitable for the standard Salinen < 1.5 mm 0.00 % - 3.00 % de-icing salt (NaCl)! Road salt coarse For coarse road salt... -
Page 24: 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 MS4 or initiate the export at your computer. Page 24... - Page 25 MS4 will now be sent to your computer. Initiating the data export at your computer Connect the humimeter MS4 to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Insert the USB Mini B connector into the humi- meter MS4 (figure 41).
- Page 26 Import most recent manual log (for importing the most recent manually saved logs) Name Import all manual logs Import most recent manual log » The measuring values saved on the humimeter MS4 will now be sent to your computer. Page 26...
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Page 27: Checking The Device's Status
Checking the device's status Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Status. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will then show the status indicator humimeter. » The display will show the following information (figure 44): Name Serial number Software version... -
Page 28: Configuring The Device
MS4 Operating Manual 10. Configuring the device 10.1 Turning on Bluetooth The information on Bluetooth is provided in a separate operating manual. 10.2 Adjusting the date/time Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Date/Time. -
Page 29: Calibrating The Device
10.3 Calibrating the device The calibration of the moisture meter is described in point 11.4 Calibrating the device. 10.4 Selecting a language Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to the required language. -
Page 30: Deactivating Options
MS4 Operating Manual Moving back: Press to switch to another input level. To move back, press Confirm the four-digit password by pressing » The setting has been saved. » The °C/°F, Userlevel, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Adjust, Materialcalib., Password, Reset options are now activated. -
Page 31: Changing The Userlevel
10.8 Changing the Userlevel 10.8.1 Changing from advanced to simplified user To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.5 Activation options). Press twice or hold for two seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Userlevel. -
Page 32: Reducing The Device's Power Consumption
MS4 Operating Manual 10.9 Reducing the device’s power consumption 10.9.1 Configuring the display illumination time To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.5 Activation options). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select BL On Time. -
Page 33: Configuring The Material Calibration Function
10.10 Configuring the material calibration function The material calibration function is described in a separate operating manual. 10.11 Changing the password To do so: All of the options must be activated (see 10.5 Activation options). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. -
Page 34: Cleaning And Maintenance
This warning symbol will also be shown on the measuring screen (figure 52). To charge the battery, insert the supplied USB cable into the USB mini-B port on the humimeter MS4. Next, connect the cable to a computer or USB adaptor/charging cable connected to the mains (e.g. -
Page 35: Resetting The Hardware/Device
CAUTION Fire hazard There is a risk of fire if the battery is charged incorrectly. ► The battery must only be charged using original accessories and in accord- ance with the specifications detailed in this operating manual. The environ- mental temperature has to be between 0 °C and +45 °C. The use of damaged cables or chargers or charging the battery in damp environments can result in electric shock, fire and injury. -
Page 36: Reset For Devices Until And Including Serial Number 1134
MS4 Operating Manual 11.2.2 Reset for devices until and including serial number 1134 Fully charge the battery (until the LED goes out). Remove the four blue plastic grips (figure 55). » To do so, pull the grips away from the device. -
Page 37: Calibrating The Device
Take hold of the device with one hand and press it onto the top of the grey test plate with a pressure of approx. 4 kg (figure 59). » The moisture content reading shown must be between 17.5 and 19.0 (the moisture reading will be displayed in black) (figure 60). -
Page 38: Care Instructions
MS4 Operating Manual 11.5 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. -
Page 39: Faults
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 The temperature of the ma- The temperature of the... - Page 40 MS4 Operating Manual Fault Cause Remedy Foreign as well as conductive Remove foreign materials materials inside the material to (stones, conductive materi- be measured als, etc.) in the area of the sensor surface and until 10 cm below it to prevent...
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Page 41: Storage And Disposal
13. Storage and disposal 13.1 Storing the device The device must be stored as follows: • Do not store outdoors • Store in a dry and dust-free place • Protect the device from sunlight • Avoid mechanical shocks/loads • Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C 13.2 Disposing of the device Devices marked with this symbol are subject to Directive 2012/19/ EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on... -
Page 42: Device Information
MS4 Operating Manual 14. Device information 14.1 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: humimeter Product designation: Typenbezeichnung:... - Page 43 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 44 MS4 Operating Manual _______________ 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 salt The designated product is in conformity with the following directives: Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Great Britain •...
- Page 45 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 45...
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Page 46: Technical Data
MS4 Operating Manual 14.2 Technical data Display resolution 0.01 % moisture content, 0.5 °C/°F tempera- ture Measuring range 0.00 % to 3.00 % moisture content Operating temperature 0 °C to +50 °C Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C... -
Page 47: Notes
15. Notes Page 47... - 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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