Ohaus MB45 MOISTURE ANALYZER Manual - Manual (Page 7)

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1. Getting to know your Moisture Analyzer
This section provides you with essential information on your MB45 Moisture Analyzer. Please read
through the section carefully even if you have previous experience with OHAUS Moisture Analyzers and
be sure to familiarize yourself with the safety notes.
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for deciding to purchase a MB45 Halogen Moisture Analyzer from Ohaus. Behind your
instrument stands OHAUS, a leading manufacturer of precision Moisture Analyzers, Balances, Scales and
Indicators. An Aftermarket Department with trained instrument technicians is dedicated to provide you
with the fastest service possible in the event your instrument requires servicing. OHAUS also has a
Customer Service Department to answer any inquiries regarding applications and accessories.
To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your Moisture Analyzer, please read the
manual completely before installation and operation.
1.2 Overview of the Moisture Analyzer
The Moisture Analyzer offers a high level of operating convenience and useful functions to make accurate
measurements.
The Moisture Analyzer has the following features:
— Up to twice as fast as IR Moisture Analyzers.
— Fully programmable with front panel controls.
— Extremely rugged and chemically resistant construction.
— Ergonomic operating controls and a large, easily readable display.
— Easy to follow menus for simplified operation.
— Built-in functions for manual, automatic timing, printing intervals, and custom units.
— Built-in selectable drying profiles.
— Able to set step heating levels to accommodate a variety of sample types.
— Built-in library stores up to 50 samples complete with setup parameters and statistics.
— Built-in RS232 communication interface.
— Any of five languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian) are selectable on the display.
— Display contains all test data during drying process.
— A variety of accessories includes disposable pan liners, calibration mass, temperature calibration
kit, interface communication cables, printer, and a security device.
1.3 What is a Moisture Analyzer?
The Ohaus Halogen Moisture Analyzer can be used to determine the moisture content of practically any
substance. The instrument operates on the thermogravimetric principle: At the start of the measurement,
the Moisture Analyzer determines the weight of the sample; the sample is then quickly heated by the
integral halogen dryer unit and moisture vaporizes. During the drying operation, the instrument
continuously determines the weight of the sample and displays the result. On completion of drying, result
is displayed as % moisture content, % solids, weight or % regain.