CHECKLINE FS1 Moisture Meter Complete Kit Instruction Manual

CHECKLINE FS1 Moisture Meter Complete Kit

Product Information

Specifications

• Product: Moisture meter
• Model: humimeter FS1 & FS1.1
• Type: Grain moisture meter
• Version: 3.4

FAQ

• Q: How do I set the offset on the humimeter FS1 & FS1.1?
• A: You can set the offset by accessing the offset menu in the device settings. Refer to the operating manual for detailed instructions.
• Q: What is the warranty coverage for the humimeter FS1 & FS1.1?
• A: The warranty details are provided in the user manual. Please read through the warranty section for information on coverage and terms.

Your humimeter FS1 & FS1.1 at a glance
The main unit

Rear of the main unit

The display

The display symbols

The menus
The device has three different menus: product selection menu, offset menu and main menu
Product selection menu

Main menu
The main menu comprises the following menu items:

Options
Language, Unlock, °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Material calibration, Password, Reset
Status

Accessing the main menu: “4.3 Accessing the main menu

Introduction

Information about this operating manual
This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the luminometer FS1 & FS1.1 safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily accessible to users at all times.
All users are required to carefully read and make sure that they have understood this operating manual before using the luminometer FS1 & FS1.1. All of the safety and oper-ating instructions detailed in this manual have to be observed to ensure the safety of the device.
Limitation of liability
All of the information and instructions provided in this operating manual have been compiled based on the current standards and regulations, the state of the art, and the extensive expertise and experience of Schaller Messtechnik GmbH.
Schaller Messtechnik GmbH does not accept any liability for damage associated with the following, which also voids the warranty:

• Non-observance of this operating manual
• Improper use
• Inadequately qualified users
• Unauthorised modifications
• Technical changes
• Use of unapproved spare parts

This fast-measurement procedure can be affected by a range of different factors. For this reason, we recommend periodically checking the device’s measurements with a stand-ardised oven-drying method.
We, as the manufacturer, do not accept any liability for any incorrect measurements and associated consequential damage.

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.

Information

• This symbol indicates important information that enables users to use the de-vice more efficiently and cost-effectively.

Customer service
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: [email protected] Internet: www.humimeter.com
• © Schaller Messtechnik GmbH 2022

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.
Proper use

• Easy to use device for quickly measuring the moisture content of grain.
• The device must only be used for taking measurements on the products defined in the following sections of this manual (see “6. Product types”).

Improper use

• The device is not suitable for measuring mouldy material.
• The device is not waterproof and must be protected from water and fine dust.

User qualifications
The device must only be operated by people who can be expected to reliably take the measurements. The device must not be operated by people whose reaction times may be slowed due to, e.g. the use of drugs, alcohol or medication.
All persons using this device must have read, understood and follow the instructions provided in the operating manual.

General safety information

The following safety information has to be observed at all times to avoid damage to objects and injury to people:

• Remove the batteries if the device isn’t used for a prolonged time (4 weeks).
• 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.

Warranty
The warranty does not apply to:

• Damage resulting from non-observance of the operating manual
• Damage resulting from third-party interventions
• Products that have been used improperly or modified without authorisation
• Products with missing or damaged warranty seals
• Damage resulting from force majeure, natural disasters, etc.
• Damage from improper cleaning
• Batteries older than six months

On receipt of your device

Taking the device out of its packaging

• Take the device out of its packaging.
• Next, make sure that it is not damaged and that no parts are missing.

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:

FS1’s scope of supply

• humimeter FS1
• 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries
• Digital scale 150 grams
• Measuring cup 0.25 liter
• Plastic case
• Operating manual

FS1.1’s scope of supply

• humimeter FS1.1
• 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries
• Digital scale 150 grams
• Measuring cup 0.25 liter
• Operating manual

Inserting batteries

1. Take hold of the device with one hand, press your thumb onto the engraved area of the battery compartment (1) and drag downwards (2) (figure 1).
2. Insert the batteries with negative and positive terminals matching those indicated on the battery compartment. Press down the batteries so that they lay flat on the bottom of the housing (figure 2).
   • As soon as all batteries have been inserted, the device switches on automatically.
3. Push the battery cover onto the housing until it clicks into place (figure 3).

Using the device – Basics

Switching the device on

• Press the button for 3 seconds.
• The display will then show the status indicator (figure 4).
• After inserting the batteries, the device switches on automatically.

Automatic calibration

The display will show the message Adjust? (figure 5).

1. Make sure that the measuring chamber of the device is empty and place the device on a level table.
2. Confirm by pressing .

• The display will now appear as shown in figure 6.
• The bar will run upwards. During this period, the device must remain on the table without external influence,
• which only takes a couple of seconds to complete.
• Once completed, the device will show the measuring window (see “Product selection menu” page 5).

Accessing the main menu
To do so: The device is switched off.

• Switch on the device (see “4.1 Switching the device on”).
• While switching on, keep both the buttons pressed.
• The display will then show the main menu.

Selecting the product type
To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 7).
For an overview of the different product types and the criteria for selecting them, please refer to “6. Product types”.

1. Press the button to move from one product type to the next Or
2. Press the button for 3 seconds to open the product type overview (figure 8).
3. Use the arrow keys to move from one product type to the next
4. and keep any of them pressed to scroll through the types.
5. Confirm your selection by pressing .

The product type you selected will now be shown at the top of the display.

Taking a measurement
For information on how to take a measurement, see section “5. The measuring process”.

Switching the device off
To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu. It is not possible to switch off the device when it is in the main menu.

• Press the button for 3 seconds.

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.

1. Place the empty and clean measuring cup (0.25 liter) on the switched-off scale (figure 9). Then switch on the scale.
   • The scale must display 0.0 g with the empty measuring cup on it. The measuring cup must not be weighed.
2. Check whether the measuring chamber of the device is empty. When the device is switched on, there must not be any material in it.
   • Empty the instrument and clean the measuring chamber if necessary (see “9.3 Cleaning the device”).
3. Switch on the device (see “4.1 Switching the device on”).
4. Perform the automatic calibration (see “4.2 Automatic calibration”).
5. Select the required product type (see “6. Product types”) by pressing the button (see “4.4 Selecting the product type”).

Taking a measurement
To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured.

1. Fill the measuring cup with the filling quantity displayed in the product type name (+/- 1.0 g) (figure 12) (see “6. Product types”).

2. Now slowly and evenly fill the measuring chamber of the device with the material being measured (figure 13).

   • For the filling, no funnel or similar device may be used.

3. The device will now display the moisture content (figure 14).

   • The displayed value flashes when the moisture content exceeds the measuring range of the selected product type (figure 15). A flashing value signals a decreasing accuracy of the measurement.
     The measuring range is dependent on the product type (see “6. Product types”).

   • It is possible to apply an offset to the displayed measurement value (see “5.3 Offset function – Device adaptation”).

4. Empty the device and make sure that there are no residues in the measuring chamber.
   Clean the measuring chamber if necessary (see “9.3 Cleaning the device”).

Information – Measuring accuracy
Benefit from this rapid and non-destructive measuring procedure and take several moisture readings of the same sample material.

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 readings (see “10. Faults”).

Offset function – Device adaptation
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 %.
An offset of – 0.5 % applied to a measurement value of 10.0 % results in a displayed measurement value of 9.5 %.

Setting the offset
To do so: The device has to be switched on and be in the product selection menu.

1. Select the required product type (see “6. Product types”) by pressing the button (see “4.4 Selecting the product type”).

2. Press for 3 seconds.

   • The display will now show the material calibration menu for the selected product type (figure 17).
   • The offset is part of the material calibration menu.

3. Select Offset. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

4. The data you have inputted can be overwritten at any time.

5. Inputting numbers:
   Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected number (figure 18).

   • Setting a negative offset is also possible!
     To do so, insert a minus sign before the first digit.

   • Take care of the position of the comma to prevent setting an offset that is too high!

   • Moving forward:
     To move forward, press .

6. Moving back:
   Press to switch to another input level .
   To move back, press .

7. Confirm the offset by pressing .

   • The offset has been saved.

8. Press to leave the material calibration menu.

9. The set offset will now be applied to the selected product type and shown in the display (figure 19).

   • The displayed measurement value now deviates from the standard calibration!

Product types

How moisture content is defined
The device measures and shows a material’s moisture content. The moisture content readings it displays are calculated in relation to the material’s overall mass:

• Mn: Mass of the sample with average moisture content
• Mt: Mass of the sample with zero moisture content
• %WG: Moisture content (in accordance with the corresponding product norms)

Checking the device’s status

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).
2. 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:
     No.| Name
     ---|---
     1| Serial number
     2| Software version
     3| Battery status
3. Confirm by pressing .
4. Press to leave the main menu.

Configuring the device

Selecting a language

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).
2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
3. Select Language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
4. Navigate to the required language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
   • The settings have been saved.
5. Press to leave the Options menu.
6. Press to leave the main menu.

Activating options
To do so: Some of the options must be deactivated.

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).

2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

3. Select Unlock. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

   • The display will now appear as shown in figure 20.
   • On delivery, the four-digit password is the device’s serial number.

4. Inputting numbers:
   Press and hold to quickly scroll to the required number and either press it for 3 seconds or press to confirm the selected number (figure 21).

5. Moving back:
   Press to switch to another input level .
   To move back, press .

6. Confirm the four-digit password by pressing .

   • The settings have been saved.
   • The °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalibration, Password, Reset options are now activated.

7. Press to leave the Options menu.

8. 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, Password, Reset options will be deactivated again.

Selecting °C/°F
To do so: All of the options must be activated (see “8.2 Activating options”).

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).
2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
3. Select °C/°F. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
4. Navigate to the required temperature scale, i.e. Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
   • The setting has been saved.
5. Press to leave the Options menu.
6. Press to leave the main menu.

Reducing the device’s power consumption
Configuring the display illumination time
To do so: All of the options must be activated (see “8.2 Activating options”).

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).
2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
3. Select BL On Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
4. Select the required display illumination period (30 seconds, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes). To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
   • The setting has been saved.
5. Press to leave the Options menu.
6. Press to leave the main menu.

Configuring automatic switch-off
To do so: All of the options must be activated (see “8.2 Activating options”).

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).
2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
3. Select Auto Off Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
4. Select the period of time you want the device to stay switched on (3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes). To do so, press and confirm by pressing .
   • The setting has been saved.
5. Press to leave the Options menu.
6. Press to leave the main menu.

Configuring the material calibration function
The type calibration function is described in a separate operating manual.

Changing the password
To do so: All of the options must be activated (see “8.2 Activating options”).

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).

2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

3. Select Password. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

   • The display will show the current password.

4. 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 to confirm the selected number.
   Moving back:
   Press to switch to another input level.
   To move back, press .

5. Confirm the new four-digit password by pressing .

   • The setting has been saved.

6. Press to leave the Options menu.

7. Press to leave the main menu.

Resetting the device to its factory settings
To do so: All of the options must be activated (see “8.2 Activating options”).

1. Access the main menu (see “4.3 Accessing the main menu”).

2. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

3. Select Reset. To do so, press and confirm by pressing .

   • The display will then show the message Reset? (figure 22).

4. Confirm by pressing .

   • The device will now be reset to its factory settings.
     All of your personal settings will be lost.

   • The display will show the status indicator humimeter (figure 23).

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.
• If the battery´s charge is very low, the battery symbol will be shown with an exclamation mark. In that case, the batteries must be changed immediately (figure 25).
• For changing the batteries, see section “3.3 Inserting batteries”.
• As the device’s user, you are responsible by law for properly disposing of all used batteries, which must not be disposed of as domestic waste (Battery Directive).

Care instructions

• Do not leave the device out in the rain. The device is not waterproof.
• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures.
• Protect the device from strong mechanical shocks and loads.
• Remove the batteries after the harvesting season.

Cleaning the device

ATTENTION
Do not clean with fluids
Water or cleaning fluid getting inside the device can destroy the device.
Only clean with dry materials.

Plastic housing

• Clean the plastic housing with a dry cloth.

Measuring chamber

• Clean the measuring chamber with a soft brush.

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.

or high. I.e. the material’s temperature is lower than 0 °C or higher than +40 °C.| The temperature of the material being  measured has to be between 0 °C and

+40 °C.

 | Temperature discrepancy between device and material being measured| Let the temperature adjust to the material being meas- ured (permitted difference of max. 3 °C).
 | Wrong product type| Check whether you have selected the right product type (product) before taking a reading (see “6. Product types”).
 | Wrong filling quantity| Exactly fill in the filling quantity displayed in the product type name

(+/- 0.5 gram).

 | Mouldy or rain wet material| The accuracy decreases significantly.
 | Stored and fermented corn from whole grain silage| May lead to a too high dis- played measuring value.
 | Frozen material or material mixed with snow| The accuracy decreases significantly.
 | Contaminated material| Highly contaminated mate- rial such as long ears of barley or foreign material can strongly influence the measuring result.
Fault| Cause| Remedy
---|---|---
 | Entered offset| An entered offset leads to deviations on the displayed measured value. If the de- viation does not match your reference procedure, enter an offset corresponding to the difference or set the offset to 0.0 (see “5.3 Offset function – Device adapta- tion”) to restore the factory characteristic curve.

Storage and disposal

Storing the device
The device must be stored as follows:

• Do not store outdoors.
• Store in a dry and dust-free place.
• Protect the device from sunlight.
• Avoid mechanical shocks/loads.
• Remove the batteries if the device isn’t used for a period of 4 weeks or longer
• Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C

Disposing of the device

• Devices marked with this symbol are subject to Directive 2012/19/ EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
• If the device is being operated outside the European Union, the national regulations on the disposal of such devices that apply in the country of use must be observed.
• Electronic devices must not be disposed of as domestic waste.
• The device must be disposed of appropriately using appropriate collection systems.

Device information

CE declaration of conformit

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• Name/ address of manufacturer: Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht
• Product designation:
• Type designation: FS1 ; FS1.1 ; FS2 ; FS3 ; FS4 ; FS4.1 ; FS4.2 ; BP1
• Product description: Measuring instrument for determining the water content in foodstuffs

The designated product is in conformity with the European directives:

RoHS – Richtlinie 2011/65/EG RoHS-Directive 2011/65/EU

• Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the provisions of the above-mentioned EC Directives:
• EN 61326–1:2013: Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – EMC requirements
• EN 50581:2012: Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances.
• 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.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• Name/ address of manufacturer: Schaller Messtechnik GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht
• Product designation: humimeter
• Type designation: FS1 ; FS1.1 ; FS2 ; FS3 ; FS4 ; FS4.1 ; FS4.2 ; BP1
• Product description: Measuring instrument for determining the water content in foodstuffs

The designated product is in conformity with the following directives:

• Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Great Britain
• RoHS-Directive 2011/65/EU Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
• Full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the designated product with the provisions of the above-mentioned Directives:
• EN 61326–1:2013: Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use – EMC requirements
• EN IEC 63000:2019-05 replaced EN 50581:2012: Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances.

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.

Technical data

Display resolution| 0.1 % moisture content,

0.5 °C/°F temperature

---|---
Measuring  range (depending on product type)| (FS1) 5 % to 30 % moisture content (FS1.1) 5 % to 25 % moisture content
Calibration accuracy to reference material| (FS1) +/- 0.7 %

(FS1.1) +/- 0.9 %

Operating temperature| 0 °C to +40 °C
Storage temperature| -20 °C to +60 °C
Temperature compensation| Automatic
Power supply| 4 x 1.5 Volt AA Alkaline batteries
Current consumption| 60 mA (incl. display illumination)
Menu languages| English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Por- tuguese, Czech, Polish, Hungarian, Russian, International
Display| 128 x 64 illuminated matrix display
Device dimensions| 155 x 75 x 90 mm
Device weight| 360 g
Case dimensions (FS1’s scope of supply)| 270 x 220 x 80 mm
Weight of device + case| 850 g
Device IP rating| IP 40

CONTACT

CHECKLINE

• ELECTROMATIC EQUIPMENT
• 175 Vincent Ave., Lynbrook, NY 11563
• web: checkline.com
• tel: 516-295-4300

References

• Homepage - Schaller Messtechnik

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