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Moisture meter

Operating Manual

humimeter BMC

Moisture meter for measuring the moisture content

of wood chips

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 BMC

Version 1.4

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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 BMC Version 1.4...
Page 2 BMC Operating Manual Your humimeter BMC at a glance The main unit Name Display Keypad Battery compartment Page 2...
Page 3 Rear of the main unit Name Measuring chamber The display Name Calibration curve Moisture content % ("6.1 How moisture is defined") Display symbols Temperature display Page 3...
Page 4 BMC Operating Manual The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu Enter numbers Enter data Enter letters View measurements Continue / go right Delete measurements Left On/off button, display light Save measured value...
Page 5 Data Log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured reading Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Edit Logs: Manual Logs, Clear Logs • Options: Date/Time, Adjust, Language, Unlock, °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materi- alcalib., Password, Reset •...
Page 6 BMC Operating Manual Table of contents Your humimeter BMC 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 Switching the device on ................ 15 Automatic calibration ................15 Taking a measurement ................15 Saving individual readings ..............17 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time ..18 Viewing individual readings ..............20 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ....20 Deleting all measured values (data log) ..........
Page 8 BMC Operating Manual 8.6.2 Configuring automatic switch-off ............35 Configuring the material calibration function ........35 Changing the password ................ 35 Resetting the device to its factory settings ..........36 9� Cleaning and maintenance �� 37 Changing batteries ................37 Calibrating the moisture meter .............
Page 9 Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter BMC safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily accessi- ble to users at all times.
Page 10 BMC Operating Manual Symbols used in this manual All of the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding symbol. ATTENTION It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to damage to property or equipment.
Page 11 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 (4 weeks). • In case of damages or loose parts on the device, remove the batteries and con- tact Schaller 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 13 Making sure that all of the components have been included Make sure that all of the components have been included by checking the package contents against the following list: • humimeter BMC • 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries • Plastic bucket •...
Page 14 BMC Operating Manual Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the button for 3 seconds. » The display will then show the status indicator (figure 5). » After inserting the batteries, the device switches on automatically.
Page 15 The measuring process Switching the device on • Press the button for 3 seconds. » The display will then show the status indicator (see "7. Checking the device's status"). » Make sure to store both the device and the wood chips at about the same temperature.
Page 16 BMC Operating Manual » To do so, press and confirm by pressing » Keep pressed to scroll through the types and confirm by pressing Completely fill the measuring chamber with wood chips using the included plastic bucket (13 litres).
Page 17 Information - Incorrect readings Always make sure to select the correct calibration curve for the material you are measuring. This prevents taking incorrect readings (see "10. Faults"). Saving individual readings To do so: The device has to be switched on and be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu"...
Page 18 BMC 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 wood chips (see "5.
Page 19 » 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 of the measurement series Number of saved readings Calibration curve Device name Moisture content (average) Page 19...
Page 20 BMC 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 22. Press Select the required reading. To do so, press » The display will now appear as shown in figure 23.
Page 21 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 28). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Clear Logs (figure 29). To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...
Page 22 BMC Operating Manual » The display will then show the message clear? (figure 34). Confirm by pressing » The value has been deleted. 5.10 Deleting single values from a series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements comprising of at least 2 logs.
Page 23 "6.3.4 Softwood coarse chips" 5 % - 50 % Fine wood chips "6.3.5 Fine wood chips" 5 % - 50 % Empty 1 For special sorts (calibration by Schaller GmbH) Empty 2 For special sorts (calibration by Schaller GmbH) Empty 3...
Page 24 (according to EN ISO 18134-2). Schaller GmbH will be happy to advise you on the selection of the right calibration curve. Please send a picture of your wood chips, placing a measuring tape to the material, to support@schaller-gmbh.at.
Page 25 6.3.3 Softwood chips For wood chips with fine fraction, mainly (more than two thirds) consisting of soft- wood (spruce, fir, pine, larch). The fine fraction mainly derives from barks, small branches and bushes. For softwood chips sizes from P16 to P45. See example pictures and 46.
Page 26 BMC Operating Manual Example pictures wood chips Page 26...
Page 27 Example pictures coarse wood chips Page 27...
Page 28 BMC Operating Manual Example pictures softwood chips Page 28...
Page 29 Example pictures softwood coarse chips Page 29...
Page 30 BMC Operating Manual Example picture fine wood chips Notes for comparative measurement with oven-drying method The device uses a much higher sample quantity than the drying oven (12-fold to 20-fold quantity of kiln-drying method). Furthermore, to determine a more accurate average moisture value in case of inhomogeneous material, there can be effected sev- eral measurements within a short time.
Page 31 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: Name Serial number Software version Battery status...
Page 32 BMC Operating Manual Configuring the device Adjust the date/time Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and cofirm by pressing Select Date/Time. To do so, press and cofirm by pressing » The display will now appear as shown in figure 50.
Page 33 Select Language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to the required language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The settings have been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Activating options To do so: Some of the options must be deactivated.
Page 34 BMC Operating Manual Press to leave the main menu. Deactivating options Once the device has been switched restarted, the °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalib., Password, Reset options will be deactivated again. Selecting °C/°F To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "8.3 Activating...
Page 35 » The settings have been saved. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. 8.6.2 Configuring automatic switch-off To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "8.3 Activating options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options.
Page 36 BMC Operating Manual Overwrite the current password. To do so, press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press confirm the selected number. Moving back: Press to switch to another input level.
Page 37 Cleaning and maintenance Regularly cleaning and maintaining the device will ensure that it will have a long service life and stay in good condition. Changing batteries The device constantly monitors the charge level of the batteries. The current battery status is shown on the status screen.
Page 38 BMC Operating Manual » The bar will run upwards, » which only takes a couple of seconds to complete. When completed, the display will look as shown in figure 58. Press and then to return to the product selection level.
Page 39 10. Faults If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error The temperature of the ma- The temperature of the terial being measured is too material being measured low or high.
Page 40 BMC Operating Manual Fault Cause Remedy Frozen wood chips or wood The wood chips most not chips mixed with snow be frozen or mixed with Accuracy decreases signifi- snow. cantly Incorrect calibration Material in the measuring Empty the measuring...
Page 41 12. Device information 12.1 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: Type designation: Produktbeschreibung: Messgerät zur Bestimmung des Wassergehalts in...
Page 42 BMC 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 43 _______________ 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 device for determining the water content in biomass The designated product is in conformity with the following directives: •...
Page 44 BMC 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 45 12.2 Technical data Display resolution 0.5 % moisture content, 0.5 °C/°F temperature Measuring range 5 % to 50 % moisture content 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 4 pcs.
Page 46 BMC Operating Manual 13. Notes Page 46...
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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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