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3.2  RECALL TEST SETTINGS 
 
Recalling the test settings can be done by selecting 
PST RECALL  then scrolling through the stored 
settings using the up/down arrow keys to find the desired settings and then pressing the 
[Setup/Enter]  key to recall them. When the 
PST XX number has been selected the name given to the 
test will be displayed 
   
If PST 00 is selected the default test settings are recalled. These can never be cleared or overwritten. 
If a test is not stored it is not displayed, i.e. If only 3 tests are stored then only those 3 plus the default 
are seen when recalling the test settings. 
 
 
 
 
 
Press the  [Setup/Enter]  key to recall PST 07. 
 
The display will show:  
 
 
 
 
The analyzer will then return to normal.  
 
3.3  DELETE TEST SETTINGS 
 
To delete a test setting select 
PST DELETE, then scroll through the stored settings using the up/down 
arrow keys to find the desired settings, and then press the  [Setup/Enter] key to delete it.  
 
The display will then show the next test setting stored or, if the memory is empty a message will be 
shown. Press  [Tare/Esc] to return to normal operation. 
 
3.4  REVIEW  TEST SETTINGS 
 
To review the current settings press the  [Test] key then advance through the settings by pressing the 
[Setup/Enter]  key at each option to retain the current value.  
 
3.5  STORING TEST RESULTS 
If the test settings include the printing of results being enabled, the test results will be stored using the 
file name given to it automatically by the analyzer in the form RESxxxxx 
   
The PMB is capable of holding up to 99 test results. If the analyzer memory is full the display will 
show a 
MEM FULL message. Delete some of the stored results to make room for new test results.  
 
3.6  RECALLING  TEST  RESULTS 
During normal weighing mode press the  [Dspl] key. The display shows:  
 
 
 
 
 
 BREAD-3 
PST 07 
  RECALL \bK 
 
   PR\fNT 
 
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Pressing the 
[Dspl] or [Test]  will change the option to 
PR\fNT, DELETE or DELETE ALL. 
 
When the selection shows 
PR\fNT, press  [Setup/Enter]  and the display will show the first stored test 
result using the file name given it when stored.  
  
 
 
 
 
Press the  [Dspl] or [Test]  key to change the file name to the next available. W hen the desired test 
result is found press the  [Setup/Enter] key to recall the details and print them in the same format in 
which they were stored. 
 
Pressing  [Tare] will return the analyzer to normal operation.  
 
3.7  DELETING  TEST  RESULTS 
When test results have been stored in the analyzer memory they can be deleted individually or all at 
one time.  
 
To delete all test results from memory, during normal weighing mode press the  [Dspl] key until the 
display shows   
 
 
 
 
 
When the selection shows 
DELETE ALL, press  [Setup/Enter]  to delete all test results. The display will 
ask if you are sure you want to delete all results. Press  [Setup/Enter] again. The display will count 
down from 99 to 0 during the time it takes to remove all the files. 
 
To delete an individual test result, continue as above except press the  [Dspl] or [Test]  to change the 
option to 
DELETE. 
 
When the selection shows 
DELETE, press  [Setup/Enter]  and the display will show the first stored test 
result using the file name given when it was stored.  
  
 
 
 
 
Press the  [Dspl] or [Test]  key to change the file name to the next available. W hen the desired test 
result is found press the  [Setup/Enter] key to delete just this file. The display will show 
DELETED then 
the next available file. Press  [Setup/Enter] to delete this file if desired. Pressing  [Tare] will return the 
analyzer to normal operation.  
 
 
   RES00032 
 
   DELETE ALL 
 
   RES00033 
 
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4.0  COMMUNICATION / INTERFACES 
 
4.1
  USING THE USB 
The USB can be used to store results, test settings and configurations. For more detailed information 
on the type of files and file structures please refer to the complete operators manual.  
 
4.2  STORING AND RECALLING TEST SETTINGS FROM USB MEMORY 
To store or recall test settings on a USB memory device, simply plug the device into the USB hub 
interface. The PMB will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you. 
 
A message will be displayed showing the USB device is inserted, then the last setting:  
 
 
 
 
To select the option of storing all of the test settings stored in the internal memory to the USB memory 
device press the  [Dspl] key to change the menu option to select Preset Store, 
PST ST. 
 
 
  
 
Press  [Setup/Enter]   to enter the test saving function.  
 
Once the file has been saved the display will show for 2 seconds then return to the USB display. 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
To recall any stored test procedure press the  [Dspl] key to show the test load screen. 
 
 
 
 
Press the  [Setup/Enter]  key to enter the test load function. The display will show the file name of the 
first test file found.  
 
 
 
 
 
To load this file press the  [Setup/Enter] key again. Or to choose a different file press the  [Dspl] key 
to advance through the other available files, then press the  [Setup/Enter] key when the desired file is 
shown.  
   C\bNF\fG LD 
 USB 
VER\fFY 
 USB 
   PST ST 
 USB 
   SUCCESS 
 USB 
   PST ST 
 USB 
   PST  LD 
 USB 
     PST 01 
 PSt 
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After loading the file the display will show a success message and return to the USB screen.  
 
To continue, the USB device should be removed. The analyzer will return to normal weighing 
automatically. Or press the  [Tare] key to escape back to normal weighing. 
 
To store or recall other test files plug the USB memory device back into the PMB. 
4.3  STORING RESULTS IN USB MEMORY 
A memory stick plugged into the USB host connector will allow for mass storage of test results. The 
procedure is similar to the method used to store test settings 
  
To store the results of a drying test on a USB memory, simply plug the memory into the USB hub 
interface. The PMB will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you. 
 
A message will be displayed showing the USB memory is installed, then it will display the first 
selection of actions that can be performed. 
 
 
 
 
To select other options press the  [Dspl] key to change the display to select Result Store, PST Store, 
PST Load, Configuration store or Configuration load.  
 
To store test results select  
 
 
  
 
Press  [Setup/Enter]  to enter the test saving function. All of the test results stored in the internal 
memory will be copied to the USB memory. The file names will be the same as those used to store 
internally. 
 
Once the file has been saved the display will show for 2 seconds, then return to the USB display. 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
     RESULT ST 
 USB 
   RESULT ST 
  USB 
   ST\bRE \bK 
  USB 
   C\bNF\fG Ld 
 USB 
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4.4  STORE AND RECALL CONFIGURATION SETTING FROM USB MEMORY 
To store or recall PMB settings on a USB memory, simply plug the memory into the USB hub 
interface. The analyzer will detect the memory has been inserted and display a screen to guide you. 
 
A message will be displayed showing the USB is installed.  
 
To select the option of storing the configuration data to the memory press the  [Dspl] key to change 
the display to select Configuration Store 
C\bNF\fG ST 
 
 
  
 
Press  [Setup/Enter]  to enter the configuration saving function. The display will show a suggested file 
name. The name will be the next logical name for the configuration file based on what data is already 
on the USB memory. For example if CONFIG1 and CONFIG2 are already stored, then it will display 
CONFIG3.  
 
 
 
 
 
Press  [Setup/Enter]  to confirm the action or, press  [Tare] to escape back to the original USB display.  
 
Once the file has been saved the display will show for 2 seconds then return to the main USB display. 
   
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 To recall any stored configuration press the  [Dspl] key to show the configuration load screen. 
 
Press the  [Setup/Enter]  key to enter the test load function. The display will show the file name of the 
first file found
.  
 
 
 
 
To load this file press the  [Setup/Enter] key again. Or to choose a different file press the  [Dspl] key 
to advance through the other available files.  
 
 
 
 
To continue the USB device should be removed. The PMB will return to normal weighing 
automatically. Or press the  [Tare] key to escape back to normal weighing. To store or recall other files 
plug the USB memory back into the analyzer     
C\bNF\fG ST 
 USB 
    C\bNF\fG3 
 USB 
    C\bNF\fG3 
 Store 
   ST\bRE \bK 
 USB 
C\bNF\fG LD 
USB 
   config1 
 USB 
   config1 
 LOAD 
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4.5  SERIAL INTERFACE 
There is an RS-232 and USB interface that allows for both input and output of data to computers and 
printers. For the USB serial interface a driver is required which can be found at 
www.adamequipment.com.  
 
Settings for the serial output can be configured under the supervisors menu. The RS-232 interface is 
a simple 3 wire connection.  
 
Connector: 9 pin D-sub miniature plug 
Pin  Type 
Pin 2   Input to analyzer  RXD 
Pin 3   Output from analyzer  TXD 
Pin 5   Signal ground    GND 
 
Handshaking is not applied. 
 
Baud rate:    2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 
Parity:     NONE (=8N1), EVEN (=8E1) or ODD (=8 O 1) 
 
All lines are terminated with carriage return and line feed (). 
 
In continuous output mode, the serial output format will be a single line in the form “12.567 
g”. 
 
 
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5.0  MENU STRUCTURE  
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6.0  CALIBRATION 
 
It is possible to calibrate both the weighing results and temperature sensor. The mass calibration 
allows you to calibrate with 20g or 50g for the PMB 53 and 100g or 200g for the PMB 202. Although 
the analyzer  is calibrated at the factory prior to shipping it is recommended that you calibrate the 
moisture analyzer regularly for optimum performance. See complete manual for full calibration 
instruction for temperature and mass (basic mass calibration can be done via the menu structure 
section) 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.0  WARRANTY 
Adam  Equipment  offers  Limited Warranty  (Parts  and  Labour)  for  any  components  that  fail  due  to  defects 
in materials or workmanship. Warranty starts from the date of delivery. 
 
During  the  warranty  period,  should  any  repairs  be  necessary,  the  purchaser  must  inform  its  supplier  or 
Adam  Equipment  Company.  The  company  or  its  authorised  Technician  reserves  the  right  to  repair  or 
replace  the  components  at  any  of  its  workshops  at  no  additional  cost,  depending  on  the  severity  of  the 
problems.  However,  any  freight  involved  in  sending  the  faulty  units  or  parts  to  the  Service  Centre  should 
be borne by the purchaser. 
 
The  warranty  will  cease  to  operate  if  the  equipment  is  not  returned  in  the  original  packaging  and  with 
correct  documentation  for  a  claim  to  be  processed.  All  claims  are  at  the  sole  discretion  of  Adam 
Equipment. 
 
This  warranty  does not cover equipment  where  defects  or  poor  performance  is  due  to misuse, accidental 
damage,  exposure  to  radioactive  or  corrosive  materials,  negligence,  faulty  installation,  unauthorised 
modifications or attempted repair, or failure to observe the requirements and recommendations as given in 
this User Manual. 
       
Repairs  carried  out  under  the  warranty  do  not  extend  the  warranty  period.  Components  removed  during 
warranty repairs become company property. 
        
The  statutory  rights  of  the  purchaser  are  not  affected  by  this  warranty.  The  terms  of  this  warranty  is 
governed  by  the  UK  law.  For  complete  details  on  Warranty  Information,  see  the  terms  and  conditions  of 
sale available on our web-site. 
 
 
 
Certificate of Calibration 
This is to certify that the PMB series of moisture analyzers manufactured and distributed by 
Adam Equipment at the time of manufacturing passed calibration tests to the tolerances as 
outlined in the specifications section of this manual. Outside influences that may affect the 
calibration since that time may cause a change in the calibration data.  
 
Calibration W eighing: The Weights used to calibrate by the factory met AQTM / OIML 
standards. 
 
Calibration Standards: Factory calibration was performed as described in the calibration 
section of the master manual.   
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8.0  SAMPLE PREPARATION 
 
Sample preparation is the single most important item for accurate results. The sample must be 
prepared so the whole of the sample is heated uniformly and the moisture is near the surface of the 
material.  
 
For powders no further preparation is necessary. For most other materials the sample should be 
ground, chopped, grated or otherwise made as fine as possible. Liquids or paste may need to be 
spread onto glass fibre pads to distribute them evenly and thinly.  Some materials that may splatter as 
they are heated (oils, butter) may need to be spread on the glass fibre pads or mixed with dry sand. 
 
Trial and error is often the only method to find the best method for the material. 
 
When the sample is placed on the weighing pan it should be spread as thin and evenly as possible, 
do not compact the material. Ensure enough material is used to assure good repeatability of the 
results. Typically samples of 3 to 8 grams are used. 
 
Some materials will require special preparation. For example when testing cheese, if the cheese is 
very soft it may be necessary to use dry sand as a buffer material so it does not splatter or form a 
skin. To do this it would be necessary to prepare the sand by drying it in an oven until you are certain 
no moisture remains. Put the sand on the sample pan and tare the analyzer. Mix the sand with the 
cheese so you have smooth mixture, spread this mixture on the sample pan and then do the test. 
 
An alternative to this preparation is to spread the cheese on dry spun glass gauze to assist in 
spreading the heat and preventing splatter or skins forming. Remember to tare the analyzer with the 
gauze in the weighing pan for accurate results. 
 
Other materials will hold water within them in a way that is not suitable for this type of test. For 
example sugar will bind the water to the sugar molecules so strongly that heat will not remove the 
water before the sugar is burned.  
 
Some plastics also are not suitable for this type of method due to the very low percent moisture and 
the heat required to extract this moisture. 
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MOISTURE ANALYZER EXAMPLES 
 
MATERIAL  SAMPLE  MASS (g)  DRYING 
TEMPERA- TURE.(º C)  STROBE 
TIME(s)  AVERAGE 
WATER 
CONTENT  STANDARD 
DEVIATION  DRYING 
TIME(min) 
BUTTER  2-5  138  15  16.3  0.1  4.5 
CEMENT  8-12  138  15  0.8  0.1  4-5 
CHARCOAL  8-10  120  10  3.8  0.1  8-10 
CHOCOLATE 
POWDER 2-4  100  5  1.9  0.1  4 
COCOA 
POWDER 2-3  106  20  0.1  0.1 
2 
COFFEE 
CREAMER 
POWDER 2-3  130  15  78.5  0.1  6-8 
CORNFLAKES 2-4  120  15  9.7 
0 5-7 
DRY APPLE 
PULP  5-8  100  10  76.5  0.1  10-15 
DUST 
5-10  104  10  7.3  0.3  8-15 
FLOUR 8-10  130  10  12.5  0.1  4-5 
GROUND 
COFFEE  2-3  106  5  2.8  0.1  4 
MARGARINE  3-4  138  20  16  0.1 
10 
MAYONNAISE  1-2  138  20  56.5  0.4 10 
MILK 2-3  120  15  88  0.2  6-8 
MILK 
CHOCOLATE 2-5  106  15  1.3  0.1  3.5 
MILK 
POWDER 2-4  90  15  5  0.2 
6 
MUSTARD  2-3  130  20  76.4  0.7  10 
PAPER 2-4  106  20  6.4  0.1  10 
POLYAMIDE  2-5  138  20  2  0.2 75 
POTATO 
FLAKES  3-4  106  15  6.9  0.1  7.5 
POWDERED 
SOUP 2-3  80  15  3  0.2  4.5-7 
RED WINE  3-5  100  15  97.4  0.1  15-20 
SLIME 
11-12  130  15  80  - 90 
SUGAR  4-5  138  15  11.9  0.1  10 
SUNFLOWER 
OIL 10-14  138  20  0.1 
0 2 
WET APPLE  5-8  100  10  7.5  0  5-10 
WHITE GLUE  2-5  136  15  54.3  0.1  6-8 
YOGHURT  2-3  110  15  86.5  0  4.5-6.5 
 
This list will be extended as information becomes available. If you wish to  
supply any information that may help others, please contact Adam Equipment or your dealer. 
 
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