Schaller humimeter FS3 Operating Manual

Moisture meter for measuring the moisture content of food and luxury food

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Operating Manual

humimeter FS3

Moisture meter

for measuring the moisture

content of food and luxury food

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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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 FS3! Version 3.6...
Page 2: Your Humimeter Fs3 At A Glance
FS3 Operating Manual Your humimeter FS3 at a glance The main unit Name Filling auxiliary plate Measuring chamber USB port (optional) Display Keypad Rubber protection cover Page 2...
Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit
Rear of the main unit Name Battery compartment Page 3...
Page 4: The Display
FS3 Operating Manual The display Name Product type Moisture content in % ("6.1 How moisture content is defined") Display symbols Currently applied offset Temperature display The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu...
Page 5: The Menus
The menus The device has four different menus: product selection, Data Log, offset menu and main menu. Product selection menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off For changing the product type Data Log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured value Show the last recorded values Page 5...
Page 6 FS3 Operating Manual Offset menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Setting the offset Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Edit Logs: Manual Logs, Clear Logs • Print Logs: Last Log, All Logs, Clear Logs •...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Your humimeter FS3 at a glance �� 2 The main unit ......................2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 The display ....................... 4 The display symbols ....................4 The menus ....................... 5 1� Introduction �� 10 Information about this operating manual ..........
Page 8 FS3 Operating Manual 5� The measuring process �� 17 Preparing a measurement ..............17 Taking a measurement ................18 Saving individual readings ..............19 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time ..20 Viewing individual readings ..............22 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ....
Page 9 Configuring the material calibration function ........37 Online functions ................... 37 9.9.1 Online Send ..................37 9.9.2 Online Print ................... 37 9.10 Changing the password ................ 38 9.11 Resetting the device to its factory settings ..........39 10� Cleaning and maintenance �� 39 10.1 Changing batteries ................
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter FS3 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 11: Symbols Used In This Manual
For technical advice, please contact our customer service department at Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A - 8181 St.Ruprecht an der Raab Telephone: +43 (0)3178 28899 Fax: +43 (0)3178 28899 - 901 E-mail: info@humimeter.com Internet: www.humimeter.com © Schaller Messtechnik GmbH 2023 Page 11...
Page 12: For Your Safety
FS3 Operating Manual 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.
Page 13: General Safety Information
• In case of damages or loose parts on the device, remove the batteries and con- tact Schaller Messtechnik GmbH or your dealer. All of the device’s technical features have been inspected and tested before delivery. Every device has a serial number. Do not remove the tag with the serial number.
Page 14: Inserting Batteries
FS3 Operating Manual • Measuring cup 0.5 liter • Plastic case • Rubber protection cover • Operating manual Optional accessories: • humimeter USB data interface module - USB stick with software and USB cable • Thermal printer with rechargeable battery - Described in a separate operating manual •...
Page 15: Using The Device - Basics
Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the button for 3 seconds. • The display will then show the status indicator (figure 6). » After inserting the batteries, the device switches on automatically. Automatic calibration » The display will show the message Adjust? (figure Make sure that the measuring chamber of the de- vice is empty and place the device on a level table.
Page 16: Selecting The Product Type
FS3 Operating Manual Selecting the product type To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 9). For an overview of the different product types and the criteria for selecting them, please refer to "6.
Page 17: The Measuring Process
The measuring process Preparing a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. It is recommended to let your humimeter device adjust to the surrounding temperature of the material being measured for at least 30 minutes. Place the empty, clean measuring cup (0.5 liter) on the switched-off scale (figure 11).
Page 18: Taking A Measurement
FS3 Operating Manual Taking a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. Fill the measuring cup with the filling quantity displayed in the product type name (+/- 1.0 g) (figure 15) (see "6.
Page 19: Saving Individual Readings
Information - Incorrect readings Always make sure to select the correct product type and the correct filling quantity for the material you are measuring. This prevents taking incorrect read- ings (see "11. Faults"). Saving individual readings The device is configured in such a way that the device will save a reading every time a button is pressed.
Page 20: Saving Several Readings (A Measurement Series) At The Same Time
FS3 Operating Manual 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 measurements of the same sample material (see "5.
Page 21 » The display will show the following information: Name Name of the measurement series (editable) Temperature (average) Date & start time of the measurement series Date & end time fo the measurement series Number of saved readings Product type Device name Moisture content (average) Page 21...
Page 22: Viewing Individual Readings
FS3 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 25. Press Select the required reading. To do so, press » The display will now appear as shown in figure 26.
Page 23: 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 three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Edit Logs (figure 31). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Clear Logs (figure 32).
Page 24: Deleting Individual Values From A Single Series Of Measurements
FS3 Operating Manual » The display will then show the message clear? (figure 37). 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 25: Offset Function
5.10 Offset function By changing the offset, the displayed measurement values can be adapted to other norms/standards. The displayed measuring value is corrected by the entered offset. Example: An offset of 1.5 % applied to a measurement value of 10.0 % results in a displayed measurement value of 11.5 %.
Page 26 FS3 Operating Manual Moving back: Press to switch to another input level. To move back, press Confirm the offset by pressing » The offset has been saved. 10. Press to leave the material calibration menu. 11. The set offset will now be applied to the selected product type and shown in the display (figure 47).
Page 27: Product Types
Product types 300g Wheat 300g Durum 300g Rape 230g Pumpkin Seeds 5 % - 28 % 5 % - 28 % 5 % - 18 % 2 % - 20 % 310g Peas 300g Soybeans 277g Scarlet Runner 300g Rice peeled 2 % - 25 % 5 % - 18 % 5 % - 25 %...
Page 28: How Moisture Content Is Defined
Reference ! Only for testing the moisture meter ! On request, Schaller Messtechnik GmbH can develop customer-specific characteristic curves for special product types. It is also possible to subsequently enter optionally available characteristic curves into the device. How moisture content is defined The device measures and shows a material’s moisture content.
Page 29: 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 FS3 or initiate the export at your computer. Page 29...
Page 30 FS3 will now be sent to your computer. Initiating the data export at your computer Connect the humimeter FS3 to your computer using the supplied USB cable: Insert the USB Mini B connector into the humim- eter FS3 (figure 53).
Page 31 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 FS3 will now be sent to your computer. Page 31...
Page 32: Checking The Device's Status
FS3 Operating Manual Checking the device's status Press three times 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:...
Page 33: Configuring The Device
Configuring the device Turning on Bluetooth The information on Bluetooth is provided in a separate operating manual. Adjust the date/time Press three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Date/Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...
Page 34: Selecting A Language
FS3 Operating Manual Selecting a language Press three times 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. To do so, press...
Page 35: Deactivating Options
» The °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalibration, Online Send, Online Print, Password, Reset options are now activated. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Deactivating options Once the device has been switched restarted, the °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalibration, Online Send, Online Print, Password, Reset options will be deactivated again.
Page 36: Reducing The Device's Power Consumption
FS3 Operating Manual Reducing the device's power consumption 9.7.1 Configuring the display illumination time To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "9.4 Activating options"). Press three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select BL On Time.
Page 37: Configuring The Material Calibration Function
Configuring the material calibration function The type calibration function is described in a separate operating manual. Online functions 9.9.1 Online Send To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "9.4 Activating options"). Press three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options.
Page 38: Changing The Password
FS3 Operating Manual 9.10 Changing the password To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "9.4 Activating options"). Press three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Password.
Page 39: Resetting The Device To Its Factory Settings
9.11 Resetting the device to its factory settings To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "9.4 Activating options"). Press three times or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Reset.
Page 40: Checking The Calibration
FS3 Operating Manual 10.2 Checking the calibration The calibration check is described in a separate test equipment operating manual. 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.
Page 41: Faults
11. 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 mate-...
Page 42: Storage And Disposal
FS3 Operating Manual Fault Cause Remedy Data transfer to Interface has not been con- The interface only has to be LogMemorizer figured configured once. To do so, failed press the F1 key on your com- puter and read the Help file for your LogMemorizer program.
Page 43: Device Information
13. Device information 13.1 CE declaration of conformity _______________ KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Name/ Adresse des Herstellers: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 Name/ address of manufacturer: A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Produktbezeichnung: humimeter Product designation: Typenbezeichnung: FS1 ; FS1.1 ; FS2 ; FS3 ; FS4 ; FS4.1 ; FS4.2 ; BP1...
Page 44 FS3 Operating Manual 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 45 _______________ DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Name/ address of manufacturer: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht Product designation: humimeter FS1 ; FS1.1 ; FS2 ; FS3 ; FS4 ; FS4.1 ; FS4.2 ; BP1 Type designation: Product description:...
Page 46 FS3 Operating Manual 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 …............
Page 47: Technical Data
13.2 Technical data Display resolution 0.1 % moisture content, 0.5 °C/°F temperature Measuring range 0 % to 40 % moisture content (depending on product type) Operating temperature 0 °C to +40 °C Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C Temperature compensation Automatic Data memory Up to 10,000 measuring values Power supply...
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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