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Dickey-John GAC 2700 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual 2700-LF ™ Moisture Tester...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    C O N T E N T S SAFETY NOTICES ..................3 Description of Caution/Warning Symbols ..........3 Liability ....................4 INTRODUCTION ..................5 Accessories ..................5 Unit Overview ..................5 Features ....................6 Specifications ..................6 Grain Calibrations ................6 Regulatory Compliance Information ............
  • Page 4 External Cleaning ................49 Internal Cleaning ................49 Daily Clean Method ................50 Extensive Cleaning Method .............. 50 Cleaning the Temperature Sensor Probe ......... 54 TROUBLESHOOTING ................57 DICKEY-john WARRANTY ..............59 ® GAC™ 2700-LF MOISTURE TESTER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6017303 Rev. A...

  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    DISCLAIMER ® DICKEY-john reserves the right to make engineering refinements or procedural changes that may not be reflected in this manual. Material included in this manual is for informational purposes and is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Liability

    IN NO EVENT SHALL DICKEY-JOHN OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING SPECIAL, INDIRECT,...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    I N T R O D U C T I O N ™ ® The DICKEY-john 2700-LF moisture tester quickly tests grain and automatically calculates moisture content, grain temperature, and test weight (bulk density) of the sample. The unit prompts for sample loading, tests the sample, and displays the results.

  • Page 8: Features

    • IP rating: IPX0 G r a i n C a l i b r a t i o n s ® Please refer to the DICKEY-john website for a complete list of calibrations available for the GAC™ 2700-LF moisture tester.

  • Page 9: Regulatory Compliance Information

    R e g u l a t o r y C o m p l i a n c e I n f o r m a t i o n The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is in conformity with the provisions of the following directives and regulations: Safety •...

  • Page 10: External Communication Connections

    U n p a c k i n g Carefully unpack the instrument. Refer to the packing list below to ® verify that all items are present. Contact DICKEY-john if items are missing or broken. Retain the packaging for use when shipping the instrument; use of other packaging for shipment may result in damage to the instrument.

  • Page 11: Packing List

    P a c k i n g L i s t Description Model GAC™ 2700-LF Moisture Tester Quick Start Guide AC Power Cord Allen Wrench Cleaning Brush Grain Drawer S e t t i n g u p t h e I n s t r u m e n t Setting up the GAC™...
  • Page 12 5. Loosen and then remove the hex bolt from the bracket on the left side wall. 6. Press down on the bracket to release. 7. Slide the bracket toward the bottom of the instrument. 8. Insert the hex bolt into the operating location hold and tighten using the Allen wrench.

  • Page 13: Initial Setup

    NOTE: Setup a custom user name and password, go to the Main Menu (upper left) and press “Users/Passwords”. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for additional information. Register the instrument at the following website: http://www.dickey-john.com/gac2700reg GAC™ 2700-LF MOISTURE TESTER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6017303 Rev. A...

  • Page 14: Conducting Grain Analyses

    C o n d u c t i n g G r a i n A n a l y s e s The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is designed to require minimal user interaction to run grain moisture measurements. From the Home screen: 1.

  • Page 15: Navigation

    N A V I G A T I O N The user interacts with the instrument using the LCD touch screen display. Screen interaction by finger touch. Refer to Maintenance section for cleaning display. DO NOT use any sharp objects on the display. Damage to screen can result.

  • Page 16: Using External Devices

    Operation Description Press the line to bring up a keyboard if it is desired to track the identification of the sample. Type using the keyboard and press Press the line to bring up a keyboard if it is desired to track the identification of the customer.

  • Page 17: On-Screen Keyboard

    O n - S c r e e n K e y b o a r d Select the line to bring up keyboard and to enter content. Icon Description Upper Case/Lower Case button is available to switch between upper/lower case letters. Delete button is used to delete letter or space.
  • Page 18 Icon Description Time - press to change the time. Print button allows printing test results to a local printer. Refer to the Setup section for print requirements. Left button returns to the previous option within the screen. Right button advances to the next option within the screen. Abort button dumps grain from hopper, empties the cell, and aborts test.

  • Page 19: Analysis Results

    A N A L Y S I S R E S U L T S NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is equipped with memory to store approximately 5,000 moisture measurement results consisting of all parameters of the measurement. Items such as the grain name, moisture and test weight results, the temperature of the grain at time of measurement, user ID, sample, ID, etc.
  • Page 20 Operation Description Download Press to download results to USB memory device. NOTE: Results will be downloaded in the format as specified in the Settings Page. Print Press to send results to installed printer, third party scale or financial management software system. Delete Records Press to delete results.

  • Page 21: Audit Trail

    A U D I T T R A I L NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester records all metrological events to an Audit Trail database in order to comply with regulatory requirements for commercial grain trade around the world. The list of events saved to this database include calibration additions, software updates, calibration modifications, service events, error messaging, and changes made to instrument settings.
  • Page 22 Operation Description Advanced Filter Press to filter the results by the type of Event: NTEP event, calibration changes, error messages, etc. Last Number of Days – Toggle to filter by a specific length of time. Max Number of Results – Toggle to filter by to a certain amount of results.

  • Page 23: Calibrations

    (as applicable). NOTE: Specific calibrations are considered “certified”. These calibrations ® can only be created or modified by DICKEY-john personnel. They cannot be edited by users, distributors, or Authorized Service Centers.
  • Page 24 Operation Description Delete Once a calibration has been selected to view the details, the button is displayed on the screen. Press this button to permanently delete a calibration from the instrument. NOTE: The user is required to press the delete button twice as a safeguard to prevent unintended calibration deletion.
  • Page 25 Operation Description Filter Press the line, type in the calibration name on the on-screen keyboard, press the Enter key, and the instrument will display calibrations installed that contain the name entered. USB Symbols Press to access calibration bundles saved on a USB memory stick inserted into one of the USB-A ports of the instrument.

  • Page 26: Settings

    S E T T I N G S NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester can be configured to meet the needs of any application globally where grains, nuts and other products are analyzed to determine moisture content. Because operators are able to configure the instrument specifically to their operational needs, they are able to realize time, labor, and other resource savings.

  • Page 27: Languages

    L a n g u a g e s Operation Process to Change the Setting Language List Select the desired language of operation for the GAC™ 2700 moisture tester. This will change onscreen language to the language selected. NOTE: There are a few screens that only appear in English, such as the Diagnostics page.

  • Page 28: Samples/Results

    S a m p l e s / R e s u l t s The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is designed to provide advanced NOTE: Some of these settings may not be able to be changed customization options based upon operator preferences, application by the operator due to specific requirements, or regulatory specifications.
  • Page 29 Operation Process to Change the Setting # of Drops Before Determine the quantity of samples that can be Grain Drawer run before the instrument will require that the Must Be Emptied grain drawer be emptied to prevent grain mess on the counter. The first option is the infinity symbol, which should be selected if the instrument will be used in Bottomless Drawer Mode.

  • Page 30: Units

    U n i t s The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is capable of delivering results in both imperial and metric units in order to meet the needs of the global moisture measurement market. Settings in black font can be modified while setting in gray font cannot be modified.

  • Page 31: Power Management

    P o w e r M a n a g e m e n t The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is equipped with the ability to modify the brightness of the touchscreen in order to provide the clearest visibility to the operator.

  • Page 32: Printers

    1. A Star 742WebPRNT printer as manufactured by Star Micronics. This printer communicates to the GAC 2700 moisture tester using the Ethernet port located on the back panel of the instrument. Star has recently released the Star 742CloudPRNT, a replacement of the WebPRNT.
  • Page 33 Operation (General) Process to Change the Setting Printer Type Select whether the instrument will communicate results data to the Star 742WebPRNT printer or an RS232 compatible device. Test Print Press this button to test print the data to the output stream. Set Header Press this button to enter text that will print on the top of each measurement result.
  • Page 34 Operation (USB) Process to Change the Setting This Printer Toggle to enable this printer / data Enabled streaming device. Output Format It is possible to choose between different widths for the print out of measurement results. Choose the desired option from the drop-down box. Line Terminator Choose the desired option for the end of the line of the result being sent to the printer.

  • Page 35: Setting Up A Usb Printer

    Operation (RS232) Process to Change the Setting Add Line Feeds Toggle to direct the printer to add empty lines After Print after each measurement result. Once activated, it is necessary to manually enter a number of blank lines: 1. Select the line so that the keyboard is displayed.

  • Page 36: Date/Time

    7. In the Printers menu, select USB on the left-hand side of the screen. 8. Toggle the “This Printer Enabled” button to the On ( ) position. 9. From the Printer Model pull-down menu, select the name of the USB printer connected (i.e.

  • Page 37: Owner Information

    O w n e r I n f o r m a t i o n The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester permits the user to apply owner information into the instrument memory in order to aid with asset tracking. Operation Process to Change the Setting Owner Name 1.

  • Page 38: Rapid Analysis Mode

    R a p i d A n a l y s i s M o d e The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester features an innovative operational NOTE: Customized Sample ID and Customer ID are process reducing the time required to conduct a measurement of grain not available in Rapid moisture.
  • Page 39 Operation Process to Change the Setting Red Button 1. Press to determine which grain will be To replace a grain displayed as #3. calibration once it has been tagged to a button, simply 2. Select the desired grain calibration. press the button once. The grain calibration The instrument automatically populates the disappears and a new...

  • Page 40: Users/Passwords

    U S E R S / P A S S W O R D S NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester is designed with the option to have a high level of instrument security, an advanced user/password system, and other preventative measures to keep your operation secure.

  • Page 41: Users

    Operation Description Password Policy Press this button to configure password strength for the various users. This menu is only accessible to the Admin. Login Settings Press this button to configure the auto-login feature. U s e r s The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester can be configured for multiple levels of user interaction with the settings that would affect metrology of the instrument.
  • Page 42 Operation Description New User Press this button to create a brand-new User. A popup box will appear on the screen. Type in the name of the new User. To remove a User’s access to the instrument, Delete User the Admin must first select the name from the list of Users.

  • Page 43: Roles

    R o l e s The GAC™ 2700 moisture tester can create preset lists of permissions which are called ‘Roles’. These sets of permissions will allow the Admin to define whether a specific operator is able to only conduct a moisture measurement, adjust settings, download new software, all of these, none of these, or conduct other interactions with the instrument.

  • Page 44: Password Policy Menu

    Operation Description List of User 5. Trusted Operator - This Role is a day-to- Types (cont.) day User that has full operational activity but adds a permission level to make adjustments to instrument settings, including calibration updating. Timeout Define the number of minutes of inactivity after In Minutes which the user will be automatically logged out of the instrument.
  • Page 45 Operation Description Letters Required Toggle to require the User to include a minimum in Password of one letter (a, t, u, etc.) in the password. UPPER and lower Toggle to require the User to include a minimum case Required of one uppercase letter and minimum of one lowercase letter in the password.

  • Page 46: Login Settings Menu

    L o g i n S e t t i n g s M e n u The Auto-Login features of the GAC™ 2700 moisture tester can be enabled or disabled on this screen. GAC™ 2700-LF MOISTURE TESTER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6017303 Rev.

  • Page 47: Device Information

    D E V I C E I N F O R M A T I O N NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: This screen displays the information potentially required during field audits by regulatory agencies. This information is pre-populated either at the factory or by Authorized Service Centers and cannot be changed by end users.

  • Page 48: Update Instrument Software

    ® 1. Copy the software file provided by DICKEY-john or an authorized service center into the root directory of a USB drive. 2. Confirm that the current user profile has administrator privileges.

  • Page 49: Diagnostics

    D I A G N O S T I C S NAVIGATION FROM SCREEN: The purpose of this menu is to provide the specific data required by technicians to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that may occur on the GAC™ 2700 moisture tester. This section is only intended for authorized service personnel and cannot be changed or modified by end users.

  • Page 50: Cleaning / Maintenance

    C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E IMPORTANT NOTE: For customers that require a more extensive cleaning It is recommended the unit be regularly inspected and cleaned to procedure with debris buildup in ensure continued and consistent results.

  • Page 51: External Cleaning

    E x t e r n a l C l e a n i n g The LCD display may require periodic cleaning. Use a commercial cleaner for glass lenses to remove dust. DO NOT apply water, organic solvent or chemicals, such as acid and alkali to the LCD display.

  • Page 52: Daily Clean Method

    D a i l y C l e a n M e t h o d A daily clean method allows cleaning the cell and door using an automated process. During the cleaning sequence, the hopper door automatically opens. To start the cleaning process: 1.
  • Page 53 To Clean the Instrument: 1. Power down the instrument. Figure 6 Power Down 2. Unplug power cord. Figure 7 Unplug Power Cord GAC™ 2700-LF MOISTURE TESTER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6017303 Rev. A...
  • Page 54 3. Remove other accessory cords (USB and printer). Figure 8 Remove Accessory Cords 4. Remove grain drawer. Figure 9 Remove Grain Drawer GAC™ 2700-LF MOISTURE TESTER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6017303 Rev. A...
  • Page 55 5. Place the instrument on its back side. Figure 10 Place Instrument on Back Side 6. Manually pull down on trap door. Figure 11 Pull Down on Trap Door 7. Clean surfaces around measurement cell including hinge, trap door, and edge of cell with the supplied brush. Figure 12 Clean Surface Area around Cell, Hinge, Trap Door, Edge of Cell GAC™...

  • Page 56: Cleaning The Temperature Sensor Probe

    For excessive dust and/or foreign material buildup on or around the temperature sensor, it is recommended ® the instrument be returned to DICKEY-john Service or authorized service center. The temperature sensor may require cleaning due to dust buildup and/or foreign material that has collected around the sensor that could potentially cause temperature error readings during analysis.
  • Page 57 TEMPERATURE SENSOR LOCATION With the instrument placed upside down and looking inside the instrument, the sensor probe is located in the middle of the instrument toward the top and front attached to a circuit board. Figure 14 Sensor Probe Location To Clean the IR Temperature Sensor: 1.
  • Page 58 Figure 16 Cleaning the Brush Assembly 3. Select the appropriate cotton swab as described. Wet one end of the cotton swab with 99% Isopropyl alcohol. 4. Swab method for cleaning sensor: − Gently clean the entire IR temperature sensor surface with the wet end of the cotton swab as depicted in (Figure 17).

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Service is required. Contact Internal Power Supply Unit internal voltage is out DICKEY-john Tech Support at Out of Spec of specification. 1-800-637-3302. Unable to Predict A corrupt instrument calibration file or other Dump sample and re-analyze.
  • Page 60 Support at 1-800-637-3302. Press the Initiate (green) button or cycle power Unexpected The application has encountered an to reboot the instrument. If problem persists, contact DICKEY-john Tech Support at 1-800- Application Crash unexpected error. 637-3302. Realtime The measurement cycle failed...

  • Page 61: Dickey-John ® Warranty

    DICKEY-john within 30 days after such defect is discovered, DICKEY-john will (at our option) either replace or repair said part. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from misuse, neglect, accident, or improper installation or maintenance;...
  • Page 62 Operator’s Manual 2700-LF ™ Moisture Tester DICKEY-john and the DICKEY-john Logo are 5200 Dickey John Road +1 217-438-3371 ® registered trademarks of TSI Incorporated in the Auburn, IL 62615 +1 217-438-6012 fax United States and may be protected under other www.dickey-john.com...

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