Sartorius LMA200PM, Operating Instructions Manual

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The LMA200PM moisture analyzer consists of magnetron, weighing module, display and
control panel and printer. The moisture analyzer is powered over an external power cord.
Furthermore, the analyzer has an Ethernet interface, an RS-232 interface and a PS/2
socket.
You can connect a computer over Ethernet, for example, or use the other ports to connect
peripheral devices such as a keyboard or barcode scanner.
Storage and Shipping Conditions
– Allowable storage temperature: –10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
– Once the equipment has been removed from the packaging, it may lose accuracy if
subjected to strong vibration. Excessively strong vibration may compromise the safety
features of the equipment.
– To avoid injury, observe the warnings and safety precautions included in these
instructions.
Unpacking the Moisture Analyzer
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After unpacking the moisture analyzer, check it immediately for any external signs of
damage.
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If you detect any damage, proceed as directed under “Safety Inspection” in the chapter
entitled “Care and Maintenance.”
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Save the box and all parts of the packaging for any future transport. Coil the power cord
prior to shipping. Disconnect all plug connections.
Recycling the Packaging
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Sartorius products are packaged to ensure safe shipment using environmentally friendly
materials. After successful installation of the moisture analyzer, you can return this pack-
aging for recycling as a valuable source of secondary raw material.
Equipment Supplied
– LMA200PM microwave moisture
analyzer (model LMA200PM-000EU
or LMA200PM-000US)
– Adapter with sample retainer
– Power cord
– Glass fiber pads (80)
– Printer paper (1 roll)
– Protective plug/transport locking device
– Blunt-tipped flat forceps
– 10 disposable pipettes
– Calibration weight (50 g, M1)
– Operating instructions (this manual)
Place of Installation
– Set up the analyzer on a stable, even
surface that is not exposed to excessive
vibration.
– Leave enough space around
the analyzer to prevent build-up of heat.
– Keep the moisture analyzer accessible
at all times.
Getting Started
Operating
Instructions
Conditioning the Moisture Analyzer
Moisture in the air can condense on
cold surfaces when ever the equipment
is moved to a substantially warmer
place. If you transfer the equipment to
a warmer area, make sure to condition it
for about 2 hours at room temperature,
leaving it unplugged from AC power.
Installation
Read the section entitled “Warnings and
Safety Precautions.”
Choose a location that is not subject to
the following negative influences:
– Heat (heater or direct sunlight)
– Drafts (i.e., from open windows and
doors or from air conditioners)
– Vibration during analysis
– Excessive moisture
Setting up
the Moisture
Analyzer
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Open the cover.
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Remove the
protective plug/
transport locking
device and keep
it in a safe place.
Installing the Sample
Retainer
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Position the sam-
ple retainer on the
adapter.
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Position the adapter
with the sample
retainer carefully on
the weighing system.
Turn the sample
retainer slightly until
it clicks into place.
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Close the cover.
Make sure the safety
lock is secure.