This technical document contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper installation, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the prod- uct. This technical document is intended solely for specially trained and autho- rized personnel. 1.1 Manufacturer Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH Falkensteinstrasse 8 93059 Regensburg Germany Tel.: +49 941 4090-0 E-mail: sales@reinhausen.com Internet: www.reinhausen.com...
1 Introduction 1.4.1.1 Warning relating to section Warnings relating to sections refer to entire chapters or sections, sub-sec- tions or several paragraphs within this technical document. Warnings relat- ing to sections have the following format: WARNING Type of danger! Source of the danger and its consequences. ►...
1 Introduction Important information. 1.4.3 Instruction system This technical file contains single-step and multi-step instructions. Single-step instructions Instructions which consist of only a single process step are structured as fol- lows: Aim of action ü Requirements (optional). ► Step 1 of 1. ð...
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1 Introduction Typographic convention Purpose Example …>…>… Menu paths Parameter > Control pa- rameter Italics System messages, error Function monitoring alarm messages, signals triggered [► Number of pages] Cross reference [► Page 41]. Glossary entry, abbrevia- Dotted underscore Glossary entry ..............
2 Safety ▪ Read this technical file through carefully to familiarize yourself with the product. ▪ This technical file is a part of the product. ▪ Read and observe the safety instructions provided in this section in partic- ular. ▪ Observe the warnings in this technical file to avoid function-related dan- gers.
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2 Safety Work area Untidy and poorly lit work areas can lead to accidents. ▪ Keep the work area clean and tidy. ▪ Make sure that the work area is well lit. ▪ Observe the applicable laws for accident prevention in the relevant coun- try.
2 Safety Spare parts Spare parts not approved by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH may lead to physical injury, damage to the product and malfunctions. ▪ Only use spare parts that have been approved by Maschinenfabrik Rein- hausen GmbH. ▪ Contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.
3 Product description This chapter contains an overview of the design and function of the product. 3.1 Scope of delivery The following components are included in the delivery: ▪ Transport monitor ▪ Technical documents ▪ USB stick with MESSKO® MLOG software ▪...
3 Product description MESSKO® MLOG IM50 ▪ Measurement of acceleration in the X, Y and Z directions ▪ Measurement of the ambient temperature ▪ Measurement of the ambient humidity ▪ Registration of the GPS position (optional) MESSKO® MLOG IM100 ▪ Measurement of acceleration in the X, Y and Z directions ▪...
3 Product description Figure 2: MESSKO® MLOG IM100 1 3 LEDs for status monitoring 2 Control pad 3 DISPLAY ON and DISPLAY OFF 4 3 softkeys keys 5 Display 3.5 MESSKO® MLOG software The software is on the supplied USB stick; this stick can be used to install the software on a PC.
4 Packaging, transport and storage 4.1 Purpose The packaging is designed to protect the packaged product during transport, loading, unloading and during periods of storage in such a way that no detri- mental changes occur. The packaging must protect the goods against per- mitted transport stresses such as vibration, knocks and moisture (rain, snow, condensation).
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▪ In the event of severe damage, total loss or high damage costs, immedi- ately notify the sales department at Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH and the relevant insurance company. ▪ After identifying damage, do not modify the condition of the shipment fur- ther and retain the packaging material until an inspection decision has been made by the transport company or the insurance company.
4 Packaging, transport and storage 4.5 Storage of shipments When selecting and setting up the storage location, ensure the following: ▪ Store the product and accessories in the original packaging until installa- tion. ▪ Protect stored goods against moisture (rain, flooding, water from melting snow and ice), dirt, pests such as rats, mice, termites etc.
5 Commissioning This chapter describes how to commission the device correctly. Observe the following danger notice: NOTICE Damage to the device! Electrostatic discharge can lead to damage to the device. ► Take precautionary measures to prevent the build-up of electrostatic charges on work surfaces and personnel.
5 Commissioning 5.1 Electromagnetic compatibility The device has been developed in accordance with the applicable EMC standards. The following points must be observed in order to maintain the EMC standards: Canada CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) FCC Part 15 Clause 15.105 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
4. Lightly tighten the 10 cross recessed head screws crosswise several times. 5. Tighten the screws with a torque of 1.8 Nm. 5.3 Installing the software You can download the software from the Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH customer portal or install it via the supplied USB stick. 9121348/00 EN...
5 Commissioning The MESSKO® MLOG software is a 32-bit application. From an operating system of Microsoft Windows 7 or later, the soft- ware can be used both with Windows 32-bit and in Windows 64-bit systems. It may be that you need administrator rights. 5.4 Preparing the device for transport monitoring You must configure the device via the MESSKO®...
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5 Commissioning 2. In the "MLOG: Recording Settings" window, set whether the device is to record data in a specific time interval and/or when limit values are ex- ceeded. 3. Optionally (only with devices with GPS module) configure the GPS data recording function.
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5 Commissioning 3. Briefly press the ON key or the DISPLAY ON key on the device. ð The ACTIVE LED lights up for 3 seconds. The device has been config- ured and the device is ready for transport recording. 9121348/00 EN...
6 Mounting This chapter describes how to correctly mount the device. NOTICE Electrostatic discharges Damage to the device possible ► Take precautionary measures to prevent the build-up of electrostatic charges on work surfaces and personnel. 6.1 Mounting the device To ensure that the device functions correctly, observe the following mounting conditions: ▪...
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6 Mounting 4. Optional: Weld the fixation plate for welding (available as an option) to a level surface of the transport goods and mount the device onto this using the supplied mounting materials. Figure 5: Graphical representation on the inside of the housing cover 9121348/00 EN...
7 Operation 7.1 MESSKO® MLOG IM50 operation If the batteries are low, it is not possible to start a new record- ing. Only the timer recording (without GPS) starts. Operate the device with the ON and OFF keys. Figure 6: MESSKO® MLOG IM50 1 3 LEDs for status monitoring 2 ON and OFF keys 7.1.1 Ending sleep mode...
7 Operation Behavior Meaning Action BATTERY LED flashes for Battery status low Change the batteries 5 seconds BATTERY LED does not Battery status sufficient You can call up the prog- light up nosis of the remaining recording time via the soft- ware Table 4: Checking the battery status 7.1.3 Checking the operating mode and memory status...
7 Operation The following behavior indicates that the recording will not start: Behavior Meaning EVENT/ALARM LED Memory not empty flashes for 5 seconds BATTERY LED flashes for Battery status not sufficient 5 seconds No LEDs light up A recording is already underway The ON key was pressed for between 2 and 4 seconds Table 6: Recording does not start 7.2 MESSKO®...
7 Operation Operate the device with the DISPLAY ON and DISPLAY OFF keys, via the LEDs or via the display. Navigate through the display and confirm entries made using the control pad and the softkeys. Figure 7: MESSKO® MLOG IM100 1 3 LEDs for status monitoring 2 Control pad 3 DISPLAY ON and DISPLAY OFF 4 3 softkeys...
7 Operation Behavior Meaning Action BATTERY LED flashes for Battery status low Change the batteries 5 seconds BATTERY LED does not Battery status sufficient You can call up the prog- light up nosis of the remaining recording time via the dis- play or via the software Table 7: Querying the battery status via LEDs 7.2.3 Querying the remaining operating time via display...
7 Operation Behavior Meaning Action ▪ ACTIVE LED flashes Recording running for 3 seconds No alarm in the logbook ▪ EVENT/ALARM LED does not light up ▪ ACTIVE LED flashes Recording running Check the logbook via the for 3 seconds software At least 1 alarm in the log- ▪...
7 Operation If the battery voltage falls below a certain level, the GPS mod- ule, included as an option, will be disabled to safeguard the basic functions of the device. Limit value violations for acceler- ation, temperature and humidity will continue to be detected and recorded.
7 Operation 7.5 Removing the device After transport monitoring, you can remove the device from the monitored transport goods. End the recording prior to removal to prevent shock events caused by the removal process. 1. Depending on the device version, press the ON key or DISPLAY ON key for longer than 2 seconds, and then press it briefly, and check via the LEDs –...
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7 Operation 11. In the "Log Books" window, select the Show Measuring Data as Table button. ð The table will be displayed. The individual sensors can be displayed via the measuring-data drop-down list. 12. Optional: Read out the measured data of the entries for a selected date in the "Details for the Selected Log Book Entry"...
8 Maintenance, inspection and care The device is maintenance-free. Check and clean the device after each action as follows: 1. Clean the housing of the device with a dry cloth. 2. Unscrew the device and remove the batteries. 3. Check the device for external damage. 4.
10 Technical data Permissible ambient conditions Location of use Transport monitoring Indoors and outdoors, tropic-proof Operating temperature -40...+80 °C Storage temperature –40...+80 °C Pressure equalization GoreTex membrane; external diameter Ø 14 mm [0.55"] / element internal diameter Ø 8 mm [0.31"] Degree of protection IP65 in accordance with IEC 60529 Protection class Dimensions and weight...
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10 Technical data Measured values Acceleration Sensor type 3-axis accelerometer Measuring range ±16g in the X, Y and Z axes Accuracy See figure "Deviation" Sampling rate 1.6 kHz Resolution 0.1g Minimum shock dura- Setting range from 0 to 1000 ms tion Temperature Measuring range -40 °C...+125 °C...
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10 Technical data Optional inputs (IM100 only) Digital inputs Quantity Max. 2 inputs Signal voltage "0" <0.8 V Signal voltage "1" >2.4 V Sampling rate Setting range from 10 ms Universal inputs Quantity 2, 4 or 6 inputs Nominal voltage 0...5 V DC Resolution 12-bit A/D converter Measuring error 0.2% of the measuring range end value...
Glossary Storage temperature Electromagnetic compatibility Permissible temperature for storing the device in an unmounted state or in a mounted state so long as the device is Operating temperature not in operation. Permissible temperature in the immedi- ate surroundings of the device during operation taking ambient influences, for example due to the equipment and in- stallation location, into consideration.
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