GRN6160 Protimeter Moisture Meter Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- PROTIMETER
Table of Contents
GRN6160 Protimeter Moisture Meter
Safety Considerations
Caution note for the Bale Probe- The Bale Probe point is extremely sharp
and should be handled with due care. The point should be covered with
the cap provided with the probe when not in use
Calibration of unit – The accuracy specifications of the product are
valid for one year from the date of calibration. Periodic calibration
checking, as outlined in section 4 , is advised.
Only operate the measuring instrument properly, for its intended purpose and
within the parameters specified in the technical data. Readings from moisture
meters are not definitive but are used to help a professional make informed
judgement to the material’s moisture condition. Conductive material such as
salts, carbon and metal can give false positive readings.
Introduction
The Protimeter BaleMaster is a conductivity moisture meter designed for
measuring moisture level of baled products such as straw and hay. The
instrument is calibrated for wheat straw and may be used to take relative
measurements in other baled products.
Moisture Measurement in Bales
Measure moisture in bales as follows:
Note : Before using the stainless steel probe, be sure it is thoroughly clean and dry. The probe must not be wet when measuring moisture.
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Connect the Bale Probe to the instrument and switch ON by pressing and holding button.
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Push the Bale Probe in to the bale to the required depth. Note the reading on the display.
Note : When assessing the moisture content (mc) of whole bales, it is recommended that the average value is obtained from numerous readings taken from different sides and at different depths. -
To obtain the correct average value, use the following moisture measurement ranges as a guideline:
- Less than 15% mc: bales are in a safe condition for storage.
- Greater than 15% mc: bales are not in a safe condition for storage.
- Additional drying is recommended.
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After use, switch the instrument OFF by pressing and holding the button, or leave the instrument to switch OFF automatically.
Calibration Check
Calibration can be checked using the Protimeter Calcheck device (Part #
BLD5086) and a 2-pin moisture probe (Part # BLD5079), connected via the
Bale probe socket. Correctly calibrated BaleMaster instruments register a
value in the range 14.0 – 14.4 at 20°C across the Cal check.
Care and Maintenance
When the BaleMaster is not in use, keep it in its pouch together with its
accessories. Clean and dry the probe, and wrap it in the bubble wrap. Then
store the probe for later use. Replace the batteries when the low battery
power symbol appears on the display, or remove the batteries if the instrument
is not going to be used for extended periods.
Reference Mode
Measure the material until the meter reading is stable. Then, press for 2
seconds. This will store the reading until the mode changes or the meter turns
off. Now, all readings taken thereafter will be displayed as normal, and below
you will see a second reading that shows if the material is measured above or
below the original reading. Reference mode can be useful when trying to
establish what materials are above or below a point of reference or dry
standard.
Operating BaleMaster
Switch On:
Press the ON/OFF button.
The unit turns on, with the LCD displaying all the segments and sweeping the
LED bar graph.
Measurements :
The numeric measurement and color LED will be shown, as well as “DRY” (green)
or “AT RISK” (yellow) or “WET” (red), based on the measurement shown.
**8.5-15 DRY (Green),15.1-19.5 AT RISK (Yellow), 19.6-36.8 WET (Red)
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Reference Mode of Measurement:
While the first reading is displayed on the screen, press and hold the button
for 2 seconds to enter the Reference Mode. The display will be similar to the
one shown on the next page.
To return to the normal measurement mode, press again.
Settings :
Press and hold the button and switch on the unit by pressing . Hold
both the buttons until the BaleMaster displays the version.
Release buttons while it shows the version number. The unit enters Settings Mode.
DRY, AT RISK and WET Settings:
The first screen to appear in Settings is the DRY, AT RISK and WET setting
screen. This screen sets whether the indication on the display needs to be
switched ON or OFF. When it is ON, the moisture condition will be displayed on
the screen. When it is OFF, no indication is displayed on screen.
Use the button to turn ON/OFF the settings
If the unit detects no key press for 2 seconds in the Settings screen, it
moves to the next setting.
Pressing the button, after you have entered the desired setting, it will save
the setting and move the screen to the next setting.
Buzzer ON/OFF Settings:
Once the DRY, AT RISK and WET settings are entered, the next setting turns the
Buzzer ON or OFF.
To change the settings, press the button.
If the unit detects no key press for 2 seconds in the Settings screen, it
moves to the next setting.
Pressing the button, after you have entered the desired setting, will save the
setting and move the screen to the next setting.
Backlight Settings:
Once the Buzzer settings are entered, the next setting turns the Backlight ON
or OFF.
To change the settings, press the button.
If the unit detects no key press for 2 seconds in the Settings screen, it
moves to the next setting.
Pressing the button, after you have entered the desired setting, it will save
the setting and move the screen to the next setting
Auto Off Time Settings:
When Auto Off is set, the unit will shut down automatically at a specified
time between 1 and 6 minutes, if there is no key press detected within the set
time. For example, if the Auto Off time is set as 1, then the unit will
automatically shut down after one minute when no key is pressed.
The duration will change based on the set time of 1- 6 minutes. If the Auto
Off time is set to be “0”, then the unit will not automatically turn off. A
user must manually turn it off by
pressing and holding the button for 5 sec.
Turn off time can be set by pressing the button, and can be saved by
pressing . After you save this setting, the unit will exit to the measurement
screen.
Battery Low Indication:
Whenever the battery is low, a low battery indication symbol will appear on
the screen (bottom right). This indicates that the battery is low and should
be replaced soon. The unit will continue to perform in battery condition
within the specified accuracy, and turns off when the battery reaches the
limit.
Holding / Freezing the Reading:
While measuring, if the reading needs to be frozen for any observation, press
during measurement. A text “HOLD” will be displayed on the screen.
Battery Replacement
A 550mAh battery will last continuously for more than 20 of operation. A Low
Battery indication on the screen indicates that the battery needs to be
changed in a short time. Remove the screw on the back side of the unit. Slide
the battery lid downwards, applying a slight pressure with the thumb to open
the battery compartment. Remove and replace the battery. Care must be taken to
ensure that the polarity is correct as below.
Technical Specifications
Operating Conditions:
Operating temperature range: 0°C to 50°C Humidity: 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Measurement Specifications:
Protimeter Balemaster (Part# GRN6165) consists of: BaleMaster instrument
(Part# 6165) and Bale probe (GRN6148) The Balemaster instrument is calibrated
for Wheat Straw Measurement Range: 8.5 – 36.8% mc
Physical Specifications
Power :9V- Alkaline 550mAh, Battery low indication on LCD
Size :19cm x 6.5cm x 3.5cm (7.5″ x 2.5″ x 1.4″) Gross Weight (without
battery): ~228g
Buzzer : Audible buzzer for key tone and measurement indication, user
configurable
Regulatory Compliance: CE, RoHS, ETL
MODEL: GRN6165
Contact Information:
U.S.A
- .Amphenol Thermometric, Inc.
- 967 Windfall Road
- St Mary’s , Pennsylvania 15857, USA
U.K.
- Amphenol Thermometric (U.K.) Limited
- Crown Industrial Estate
- Priors wood Road
- Taunton, TA2 8QY, UK
- Copyright © 2017 Amphenol Thermometric, Inc.
- All rights reserved. Protimeter BaleMaster® is a registered trademark of Amphenol Thermometric, Inc.