98648-004-35

Moisture Analyzer
MA 30

Electronic Moisture Analyzer

Installation and Operating Instructions
 1 Hood
2 Sample dish/pan retainer
3 Protective disk plate
4 Leveling foot
5 Voltage selector
6 Interface
7 Fuse
8 Power receptacle (male socket), power fuse
9 LCD
10 Covered control panel with touch-activated keys

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Contents

Page Page
About the Product (Warranty) 4 How to Change Parameters 11
Storage and Shipping Conditions 4 Setting the Temperature 12
Setting the Time 12
Equipment Supplied 5
Setting the Print Interval 12
Installation Instructions 6 Start Parameter 13
Ambient Conditions 6 Convenience Feature for Weighing
Connecting Electronic Devices in Samples 13
(Peripherals) 6
More Information on the
Startup 7 Moisture Analyzer 14
Voltage Selection 7 Description of the Unit 14
Safety Precautions 7 Data Interface 15
Leveling the Moisture Analyzer 7 Printouts 16
Determination of Moisture
How to Operate the
or Dry Weight 17
Moisture Analyzer 8
Heat Control and
Turning the Moisture Analyzer
Temperature Regulation 18
On and Off 8
Duration of a Moisture
Self-Test 8
Determination Routine 18
How to Determine the Moisture
Moisture Determination Results 20
Content/Dry Weight 9
Seal of Approval from “DLG” 21
Suitability 21
Applications Table 22
Calibration 25
Interface for Data Output 26
Interfacing Devices with the
Moisture Analyzer (RS Interface) 26
Accessories (Options) 27
Specifications 28
Troubleshooting Guide 29
Care and Maintenance 30
Cleaning 30
Safety Inspections 30
C Marking 32
Appendix: Brief Instructions

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 About the Product (Warranty)
With this Sartorius Moisture Analyzer, you have
acquired a high-quality electronic instrument that will
ease your daily workload.
Please read the sections entitled “Installation
Instructions” and “Startup” carefully before operating
your new Moisture Analyzer.
Do not miss out on the benefits of our full warranty.
Please complete the warranty registration card,
indicating the date of installation, and return the card
to your Sartorius dealer.
Storage and Shipping Conditions
Storage temperature: –40°C ... +70°C
–40°F ... 158°F
After unpacking the moisture analyzer, please check
it immediately for any visible damage as a result
of rough handling during shipment. If this is the case,
proceed as directed in the section entitled
“Safety Inspection.”
Save all parts of the packaging and the box
because you may need to ship your moisture
analyzer. Before you pack the moisture analyzer
to ship it, unplug all connected cables to
prevent damage.
Do not expose the moisture analyzer unnecessarily
to extreme temperatures, moisture, shocks, blows
or vibrations.

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Equipment Supplied

The equipment supplied includes the components

shown on the left:
– Moisture analyzer
– Protective disk plate
– Dish retainer
– Power cord
– Exchange fuses
– 80 disposable aluminum sample dishes

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 Installation Instructions

Ambient Conditions
Please choose a suitable place to set up your
moisture analyzer. It should not be exposed to
vibrations or strong drafts.
The MA 30 may not be used in hazardous areas/
! locations, since it has not been approved for these
areas/locations and a Certificate of Conformity
has not been issued for this unit.
When the moisture analyzer is being used, it gives
off heat through the mesh on the hood. For this
reason, the mesh must remain uncovered when the
unit is in the standby mode and during operation.
After prolonged use, the components of the moisture
analyzer can be very hot to touch. Therefore, please
be careful as you operate the unit to avoid burns.
Do not expose the moisture analyzer to extreme
moisture over long periods. If a cold moisture
analyzer is brought to a substantially warmer place,
moisture in the air can condense on its surfaces.
If you transfer the moisture analyzer to a warmer area,
make sure to condition it for about 2 hours at room
temperature, leaving it unplugged. Afterwards, if you
keep the moisture analyzer connected to line power,
the continuous positive difference in temperature
between the inside of the moisture analyzer
and the outside will practically rule out the effects
of moisture condensation.
The Sartorius Moisture Analyzer delivers accurate
results, even when it is exposed to unfavorable
ambient conditions.
Connecting Electronic Devices (Peripherals)
Unplug the moisture analyzer before you connect or
disconnect devices to or from the interface port.

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Startup

Raise the hood on the moisture analyzer and position

the protective disk plate (3) and the dish retainer (2)
on the unit.
The moisture analyzer has been factory-set to
220–240 volts.
How to change the voltage setting to 100–120 volts:
Move the voltage selector (5) down to the setting
indicated on the manufacturer’s label.
Whenever you change the operating voltage, make
sure to exchange both installed fuses: the T 50 mA
fuse (7) for the T 100 mA one that comes with the
moisture analyzer and, in addition, the F 2 A fuse (8)
for the F 3.5 A fuse in the fuse holder above the
power socket.
220/240 V – T 50 mA, F 2 A
100/120 V – T 100 mA, F 3.5 A
The moisture analyzer, rated to Class 1, must be
plugged into a properly installed wall outlet which
has a protective grounding conductor (PE).
Safety Precautions
If you attach an extension cord without a protective
grounding conductor, it may not inhibit the
protection provided by the moisture analyzer. If you
use an electrical outlet that does not have
a protective grounding conductor, make sure to have
an equivalent protective conductor installed by
a certified electrician as specified in the applicable
regulations for installation in your country.
To ensure safety, the data interface (see “Interfacing
Devices” on page 26) is separated from line
power by a transformer with a Class 1 design.
Leveling the Moisture Analyzer
You can level the moisture analyzer using the leveling
feet (4). This is only necessary if you are testing
samples of low viscosity which need to be at a uniform
level in the disposable sample dish.

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 How to Operate the Moisture Analyzer

You can determine moisture content and dry weight

with the MA 30 as soon as you have turned it on.
At the factory, we have adjusted the moisture
analyzer so that you can begin determination
immediately with the following parameters:
Temperature: 130°C (266°F)
Auto start: Lower the hood
Drying time: Automatic shutoff
Result (mode): 0–100% (moisture)
Data output: by pressing function key
(during drying) (manual mode)
The LCD shows special messages for your information
throughout the moisture determination routine.
Turning the Moisture Analyzer On and Off
After the moisture analyzer has been plugged into
a wall outlet, the standby symbol “E” will appear
in the LCD when the moisture analyzer is turned off.
This means it is ready to operate without requiring
warmup.
ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF key to turn the moisture analyzer
on or off.
Self-Test
After the unit is turned on, an automatic self-test
of the electronic circuitry is run, during which all LCD
segments will briefly appear.
This self-test ends with a readout of the paramters set
for moisture determination.

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 When TAR appears in the LCD, the unit is ready for
operation, and you may begin your moisture
determination/dry weight determination routine.
How to Determine the Moisture Content/
Dry Weight:
ENTER – Place the disposable sample dish on the dish
retainer and press the Enter key. “TAR” will now
go out in the LCD, and the weight readout
0.000 g will appear.
If a different readout appears, the unit must
be retared:
– Press the CF key (TAR appears)
– Press the Enter key
CF
– Now place your sample on the disposable dish,
making sure that it is spread evenly.
– Lower the hood
The determination procedure will now start
automatically. If you have selected the code for
manual start, you must press the ENTER key
to start the procedure.
The moisture determination routine can only
begin after the moisture analyzer has been tared and
a sample weight of >96 mg has been placed on
the unit.
The start of the routine is indicated by an acoustic
signal and the drying symbol “ _ ” in the LCD.
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During operation, the time and results corresponding

to the mode you have selected will be continuously
updated in the LCD.

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 The results in the different readout modes can be
cycled in the display by pressing the Mode key:
Symbol on printout
(for data output)
0–100% = Moisture loss L
100–0% = Dry weight R
0–1000% = Ratio 1 LR
100–1000% = Ratio 2 OR
Weight W
For more information, please see page 20
in addition.
In the fully automatic drying mode – timer setting
= 0.0 min (factory setting) – the moisture determination
procedure ends automatically when a significant
weight loss is no longer detected.
You can interrupt the moisture or dry weight
determination routine ahead of time by raising the
hood or by pressing the CF key.
If the procedure is interrupted, a “B” will appear
at the beginning of the last line in the printout.
The result will remain in the LCD until the CF key
is pressed.
In addition, “END” will be displayed.
Once the CF key has been pressed, the
moisture analyzer is ready for the next moisture
determination routine.

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How to Change Parameters

If you would like to change parameters to adapt the

moisture analyzer to meet special requirements
or to utilize the full performance capabilities of the unit,
please read the following pages.
You can select the individual operating parameters
either by briefly pressing a function key once, or
by holding down a function key while simultaneously
turning on the unit (when 2 keys are indicated
on the diagrams).
With the Mode key, you can toggle among the
readout modes of the computed results during
a moisture determination routine. The result displayed
has been calculated according to the equation
assigned to the particular mode – see page 20.
The program parameters for temperature,
shutoff/time and print interval can be changed
by pressing the CF key (TAR will be displayed)
and the F1, F2 or P key, respectively.
Then you can alter the parameters by pressing either
the F1 or the F2 key.
To store the selected parameter(s), press the
Enter key. To leave the parameter selection mode
without changing parameters, press the CF key.
If you would like to store these parameters
permanently in the non-volatile memory of the moisture
analyzer, hold down the Enter key. At this point, the
unit will automatically turn itself off. When it is turned
on again, it will operate according to the parameters
which you have previously selected and stored.

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 Setting the Temperature
Select this mode with the F1 key.
F1 Temperatures between 40 and 160°C (104 and
F2 320°F) can be selected. You can adjust the
temperature setting in increments of five degrees;
use the F1 key to increase the temperature or the F2
key to decrease it.
Setting the Time
Select this timer mode with the F2 key.
F1 The drying time can be set between 0.0 and 99 min.
F2 To increase the time, use the F1 key; to decrease the
time, use the F2 key. If you would like to increase the
time by single digits, press the key briefly for each
increment; by holding down the key, you can increase
the time in increments of ten.
The moisture determination routine ends when the set
time is up (for settings starting with 0.1 min.).
If you set the time to 0.0 min., the unit will turn itself
off automatically.
Setting the Print Interval
Select this mode with the P key.
F1 Intermediate readings of the moisture determination
F2 routine can be output at intervals of 0.1 to 10 minutes.
Use the F1 key to increase the interval or the F2 key
to decrease it. If you would like to increase or
decrease the interval by whole numbers, hold down
the appropriate key.
If the interval is set at 0.0 min., the data will only be
printed out when you press the P key.
At the beginning and end of a moisture determination
routine, however, the printout heading and result
will automatically be printed out.

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 Start Parameter
F1 To select this parameter, turn on the moisture analyzer
F2 while simultaneously holding down the MODE key.
To change the setting, use the F1 and F2 keys.
F1: Start with ENTER (manual start)
F2: Start by lowering the hood (automatic start)
Convenience Feature for Weighing in Samples
Turn on the moisture analyzer while simultaneously
holding down the ENTER key.
F1 The target weight can be set between 0 and 25 g.
F2 To increase the target weight, press the F1 key;
to decrease the target weight, press the F2 key.
The target weight will increase or decrease in single-
digit increments.
As a convenience feature, the LCD will show a bar
graph to guide you if the target weight has been set
at 1 g or more.
If the initial sample weight is between 85.8% and
114.4% of the preset value, the display will prompt
you to start the moisture determination routine.
This convenience feature is not activated for “0 g”
(factory setting).

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 More Information
on the Moisture Analyzer

For more information about the Moisture Analyzer,

please read the following pages.
Description of the Unit
The MA 30 Moisture Analyzer is equipped with
a weighing system that has a 30-g capacity and
a 1-mg resolution.
The glass panels on the front and sides of the
moisture analyzer allow you to observe samples during
moisture or dry weight determination routines.
Underneath the reflective panel on the inside of the
hood are two tubular infrared heating elements,
known as dark radiators. They provide for uniform
heating of the sample.
The built-in resistance temperature sensor in the
innermost chamber of the moisture analyzer transmits
the actual temperature measured to the electronic
components that regulate the temperature.
A mechanical contact determines whether or not the
hood is closed to ensure that a routine cannot start
when the hood is open. This contact also recognizes
if the hood has been raised during a moisture
determination routine. In this case, it will interrupt
the routine.
The LCD has symbols and three separate fields
for displaying the actual weight or computed result,
the time and the temperature. In addition, it has
a linear range indicator as a convenience feature for
weighing in samples.
The LCD will guide you as you enter the program
parameters before drying begins. During a moisture
analysis routine, the momentary result is indicated
in the various modes or the actual weight is displayed.
Depending on the set parameters, additional
information (such as temperature, time elapsed,
time still required, selected display mode, momentary
result, analog display of the residue) will appear
in the LCD.

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You can set parameters and control the moisture
determination routine using the keys on the covered
panel. For more information, please see the “Brief
Instructions” at the end of this instruction manual. The
touch-activated keys are covered by an overlay for
protection. A light touch is all it takes to activate a key
function. In the majority of the cases, you will hear
an acoustic signal each time you press a key.
Data Interface
The moisture analyzer features an RS 232C-S/V.24
interface for outputting data on the moisture
content or the dry weight of a sample. For technical
specifications, please see the section entitled
“Interface for Data Output.”
At the interface port, you can connect either a printer
(Sartorius YDP ...) for recording operating parameters
and results, or a computer for evaluation.
At the start of a moisture analysis routine, data
for the drying program are automatically output
at the interface.
At the end of a moisture analysis routine, the final
result is output. If the routine is interrupted (by raising
the hood, for example), a “B” will appear in the
last line of the printout.
Intermediate results will be output during a routine
either automatically at set intervals or when you press
the “P” key.
Each line of the printout has 20 chararacters.

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Printouts
How to interpret the data:
Shutoff parameter A = automatic
Shutoff time
Temperature
A 0.0 mi n x x x C Initial weight
x x . x x x g
––––––––––––––––––––

Time
Result
Identification code
x x . x mi n x x x x x x x x

––––––––––––––––––––
x x . x mi n x x x x x x x x Final result

The “A” in the first line stands for “automatic shutoff.”

Identification codes on the printout
L = Moisture loss
R = Dry weight (residue or solids)
LR = Ratio 1
OR = Ratio 2
W = Weight
For more information, please see page 20.

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Determination of Moisture or Dry Weight
Both procedures are identical.
For moisture determination, the amount of moisture
lost is displayed in % as the result. The residual weight
in % is displayed as the result for determination of the
dry weight.
Since moisture is analyzed more often than dry
weight, only moisture determination is discussed in
the following.
Exact and reproducible moisture determination,
combined with gentle heating of samples, places
high demands on the moisture analyzer and the
procedure itself.
The duration of a routine and the selected
temperature setting are decisive factors in determining
the result. However, the result also depends on
the type of sample and the way it is prepared .
The MA 30 gives you a high degree of flexibility
in selecting the parameters for moisture determination
which best accommodate your sample.
Time and temperature are variables of the moisture
determination procedure.
You can ensure reproducible results if you maintain
the determined, optimal values for the sample amount,
time (automatic mode), and temperature during
a moisture analysis routine.
The preparation of samples also has a decisive
influence on the result and should always be
done carefully. For more information, please see
the “Brief Instructions” on the last page of this
instruction manual.

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 Heat Control and Temperature Regulation
The moisture analyzer features two infrared dark
radiators (tubular heating elements) which provide the
heat for moisture determination. Each heating element
generates 180 watts of power (when the moisture
analyzer is operated at the nominal voltage rating).
During a moisture determination routine, the
temperature is monitored by a temperature sensor.
A microprocessor evaluates and regulates the
heat generated.
At the beginning of moisture determination, the
chamber is fully heated until the set temperature is
reached. The heat intensity is monitored and
readjusted to keep the temperature constant at the
nominal setting.
The power supplied to the heating elements
is interrupted when the hood is raised.
Duration of a Moisture Determination Routine
– With a preset time in the timer mode
– As soon as the preset time is up, the moisture
analyzer will automatically shut off. In this
timer mode, you can constantly monitor the time
left on the LCD.
– In the fully automatic mode
– In this mode, the MA 30 recognizes when
a considerable weight change is no longer
expected and automatically ends the moisture
determination routine.

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 As drying progresses, the moisture loss per unit
of time continuously decreases and reaches zero as
soon as the sample no longer contains moisture.
The fully automatic shutoff function uses this as a basis
to determine when the unit should shut off.
Weight The fully automatic mode can be used when the
Moisture weight loss during drying yields a curve that
can be easily evaluated (such as the curve shown
Automatic shutoff on the left).

Time

Weight If the readout remains constant for a short time after

a slight decrease in weight (as is the case with plastic
granules), the automatic mode will not shut off.
In this case, select the timer mode to have a moisture
determination routine stop at a preset time.

Time

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 Moisture Determination Results
Results can be displayed either in units of weight (g)
or as percentages.
You can select the following calculated options
using the MODE key:
Initial weight – Final weight
Moisture (%) = x 100
Initial weight
Final weight
Dry weight (%) = x 100
(residue) Initial weight
Initial weight – Final weight
Ratio 1 (%)*) = x 100
Final weight
Initial weight
Ratio 2 (%)*) = x 100
Final weight
Weight = in grams

*) refers to dry weight

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Seal of Approval from the German
Agricultural Association (“DLG”)

In 1990, the MA 30 Electronic Moisture Analyzer

was tested by the German Agricultural Association
(“DLG”) and received the seal of approval
“DLG-anerkannt” for its performance as a grain
moisture analyzer.
The test number is 89–189.
The test results have been published in the DLG
machine test report, number 4002.1)
The following statement is included in the test report:
Suitability
“The Sartorius MA 30 grain moisture analyzer
can be used to determine the moisture content of grain,
beans, peas, ground corn (both dried and fresh),
whole-grain rape seeds and sunflower seeds in the
moisture content range which is significant for drying
and storage. On account of its method of analysis
(drying of the sample and simultaneous determination
of the weight loss), the MA 30 is also a suitable
instrument for determining the moisture content of other
agricultural and non-agricultural products.”
Values for the temperature, the moisture range and the
measuring accuracy used during the DLG test for the
various samples are listed in the Applications Table on
the next page. These values are taken from the table
included in the DLG test report. ln addition, the time
recommended for grinding a sample is indicated.
Moisture analysis was performed for all samples under
following conditions:

– fully automatic mode; automatic shutoff

at the end of analysis
– initial sample weight: 4.8–5.2 g
– drying temperature: 140°C
– drying time: 15 min.
– start of the moisture determination routine
with <ENTER> (manual start)
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) Published by: Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft e.V. (DLG)
[German Agricultural Association], Department of Agricultural
Technology – Testing Laboratory –, Zimmerweg 16 (DLG Building)
D-60325 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

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Applications Table for the Sartorius MA 30 Grain Moisture Analyzer
Sample Temp. Moisture range Measuring Grinding
°C tested by the accuracy time in sec.
“DLG” in %
Winter barley 140 12–20 good 20
Summer barley 140 12–20 good 20
Winter rye 140 12–20 good 20
Winter wheat 140 12–20 good 20
Oats 140 12–20 satisfactory 20
Corn dry 140 12–18 good 30
fresh 30–35 good 30
Peas 135 12–16 good-satis. 30
Beans 135 12–16 good-satis. 30
Winter rape seed 120 6–14 good –
Sunflower seeds 120 6–13 good –

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How to Prepare a Sample
Grind the sample immediately preceding the moisture
determination routine.
For this purpose, the German Agricultural
Association (“DLG”) recommends the shredder
manufactured by BRAUN.
You can order the shredder from our list of accessories
under order number YMA 02.
How to Grind/Shred a Sample:
Remove approx. 10–15 g from the sample
to be analyzed.
Remove any foreign matter or deformed grains from
the sample. Now grind your sample using a suitable
grain grinder/shredder, such as the Sartorius
YMA 02 shredder, for the length of time indicated in
the table on page 22.
Preparation for Moisture Analysis
Place approx. 5 g of the sample on an aluminum
sample dish.
Be sure to distribute the sample evenly on the
sample dish.
Before the initial moisture determination routine,
allow the MA 30 to warm up as follows:
– Raise the hood
– Tare the MA 30 without a sample dish
on the MA 30
– Place a sample dish on the MA 30
– Lower the hood
– Press the <ENTER> key
During the warmup phase, you can prepare
your sample.
After approx. 5 minutes have elapsed, you can stop
the warmup phase by raising the hood on the MA 30.

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 The MA 30 is now ready to perform a moisture
determination routine.
If you plan to analyze several samples directly
following the first moisture determination routine,
you do not need to warm up the MA 30 prior
to each of these analyses.

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Calibration

During calibration, the sensitivity of the built-in

weighing system is adjusted to an accurate weight.
For calibration you will need an accurate 30 g
calibration weight (order no. YSS 43).
Procedure
– Turn off the unit.
– Keep the F1 key pressed while you turn the unit
back on.
– While all segments of the display are indicated,
simultaneously keep both the F2 and print
keys pressed until a number and “C” are displayed.
– If the disposable dish is on the retainer, remove it.
– Press F1.
– As soon as 30.000 and “CAL” are displayed,
place the 30-g calibration weight on the
dish retainer.
Once the calibration weight is stored, the unit will
shut off automatically. This indicates the end of the
calibration procedure.

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 Interface for Data Output

If you would like to record your results with the data

printer (YDP02-0DV1), connect the printer to the data
interface port. Special settings are not required.
General Specifications
Type of interface Serial point-to-point connection
Operation Asynchronous, simplex
Standard V24-V28, RS 232 C-S
Handshake lines Clear to Send (CTS)
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
Interface
initialization External (print key)
or automatic print command
Character coding 7-bit ASCII
Transmission rate 1,200 baud
Parity Odd
Synchronization 1 start bit, 1 stop bit
Data output format 22 characters: 21st and 22nd
characters: CR and LF
Print Command
Data are output each time the processor recognizes
a software command.
Interfacing Devices with the Moisture Analyzer
(RS Interface)
Make sure that the interface port is electrically
connected to the protective grounding conductor
of the moisture analyzer housing. The cabling
supplied as accessory components is shielded and
electrically connected on both ends to the cases of the
connectors. This electrical connection may result in
interference caused by cables scraping the floor or by
transient currents if you have grounded the housing
or connected the protective grounding conductor
for line power. If necessary, connect an equipotential
bonding conductor to the moisture analyzer.

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Accessories (Options)

Data printer with date/time YDP03-0CE

and statistics functions

Calibration weight, 10 g
(3 are needed) 670404
Calibration weight, 30 g YSS 43
Sample pan retainer
+ 40 rectangular disposable
sample pans YWP 01 MA
Shredder for preparing samples YMA 02
BalanceReader software for
data acqisition with a PC YAK 10 PC-0002
Applications diskette YAD01 MA-0001
(German)
YAD01 MA-0002
(English)
Carrying case YSB02MA

Expendables
80 round disposable
sample dishes 6965542
40 rectangular disposable
sample pans 6965627
80 glass fiber filters 6906940

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Specifications

Model MA 30
Measuring method Heating by infrared rays, determination
of weight loss
Sample weight g max. 30, typical 5–10
Readability (moisture content) % 0.01
Measuring accuracy 0.05 (with an initial sample weight
(depends on sample) % of approx. 5–10 g)
Measuring range wheat: – 10% to 30% moisture content
rye: – 10% to 30% moisture content
Temperature range °C +40 – +160
°F 104–320
Temperature increments °C 5
°F 41
Permissible ambient
temperature range °C +10...+40
°F 50...104
Sample dish mm Ø 90
in. Ø 3.5
Housing dimensions (Wx D x H) mm 217x 283 x165
in. 8.5 x11.1x 6.5
Net weight kg approx. 5.5
lbs. approx. 12.1
Power requirements 115 or 230 V (selectable);
(voltage+frequency) 50–60 Hz
Allowable voltage fluctuation –20%...+15%
Power consumption VA max. 400
Interface RS 232 C-S/V24-V28; 7 data bits;
(ASCII); 1,200 baud; odd parity

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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem... Causes... Remedy
No segments – No power available – Check the power supply
appear in the – The power cord is not – Plug in the power cord
display (9) plugged in
“L” appears – The dish retainer (2) is not – Insert the dish retainer
in the LCD in place
“H” appears – Sample exceeds the capacity – Reduce the initial
in the LCD of the moisture analyzer sample weight
The weight result – Unstable ambient conditions – Set up the moisture
changes constantly analyzer in another area
or the LCD does – The sample dish or the dish – Position the sample dish
not light up retainer is touching the or dish retainer correctly,
protective disk plate (3) making sure that they
do not touch the
protective disk plate (3)

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 Care and Maintenance

Cleaning
Please do not use any aggressive cleaning agents
(solvents or similar agents). Instead, use
a piece of cloth wet with a mild detergent to clean the
moisture analyzer.
Make sure that no liquid enters the moisture analyzer
housing. After cleaning, wipe down the moisture
analyzer with a soft, dry and lint-free piece of cloth.
Safety Inspection
If there is any indication that safe operation of the
moisture analyzer is no longer warranted, turn off the
power and unplug the unit from the wall outlet
immediately. Lock the moisture analyzer in a secure
place to ensure that it cannot be used for the
time being.
In this case, notify your nearest Sartorius Service
Center or the International Technical Support Group
based in Goettingen, Germany. Only Sartorius
service technicians who are authorized by Sartorius
and have the proper manuals are allowed to perform
maintenance and repairwork on the moisture analyzer.
Safe operation of the moisture analyzer is no longer
ensured when
– there is visible damage to the moisture analyzer
– the moisture analyzer no longer functions properly
– the moisture analyzer has been stored for relatively
long periods under unfavorable conditions
– the moisture analyzer has been exposed to rough
handling during shipment.

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We recommend that the moisture analyzer be
inspected according to the following checklist by a
qualified Sartorius service technician:
– Resistance at the protective grounding conductor
<0.1 ohm measured at a current of 25 A from
a power source of <12 V
– Leakage current <0.5 mA measured by a properly
calibrated multimeter
– Insulation resistance >2 megohms measured
with a constant voltage of at least 500 V
at a 500 kohm load.
The duration and number of measurements should be
determined by a qualified Sartorius service technician
according to the particular ambient and operational
conditions. However, such inspection must be done at
least once a year.

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C Marking

C
The C marking affixed to the equipment indicates that the equipment
meets the requirements of the following Directive(s) issued by the Council
of the European Union:
89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)”
Applicable European Standards:
Limitation of emissions: EN 50081-1 Residential, commercial and
light industry
EN 50081-2 Industrial environment
Defined immunity EN 50082-1 Residential, commercial and
to interference: light industry
EN 50082-2 Industrial environment
Important Note:
The operator shall be responsible for any modifications to Sartorius equipment and
for any connections of cables or equipment not supplied by Sartorius and must
check and, if necessary, correct these modifications and connections. On request,
Sartorius will provide information on the minimum operating specifications (in
accordance with the Standards listed above for defined immunity to interference).
73/23/EU “Electrical equipment designed for use within
certain voltage limits”
Applicable European Standards:
EN 60950 Safety of information technology equipment including
electrical business equipment
EN 61010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control and laboratory use
Part 1: General requirements
If you use electrical equipment in installations and under ambient conditions
requiring higher safety standards, you must comply with the provisions as specified
in the applicable regulations for installation in your country.

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Brief Instructions for the Sartorius MA 30

How to Run a Routine
Turn on unit ON/OFF

Select display mode MODE

Lift hood and position disposable dish

Zero the display ENTER

Add sample to dish; lower hood

Routine starts automatically or when you press ENTER

When “END” is displayed, read off result

To start a new routine, press CF

How to Change the Parameters

After you press:

CF when display shows

F1 higher
F1 temperature + ENTER
F2 lower

shutoff time F1 increase

F2 + ENTER
0.0 min: auto F2 decrease

F1 longer
P print interval + ENTER
F2 shorter

Weighing-in and start functions

when you turn on the unit keeping one of the keys below pressed:

F1 with ENTER
MODE start + ENTER
F2 Auto(matic)

convenience feature F1 increase

ENTER for weighing-in + ENTER
F2 decrease
0 g = off

How to Store the Parameters

No changes; parameters remain stored CF

Store changes only temporarily (until unit is unplugged) ENTER

Store changes permanently keep ENTER pressed

(until next overwriting procedure) until unit shuts off
 WMA6005-e94121

Brief Instructions for the Sartorius MA 30

How to Run a Routine
Turn on unit ON/OFF

Select display mode MODE

Lift hood and position disposable dish

Zero the display ENTER

Add sample to dish; lower hood

Routine starts automatically or when you press ENTER

When “END” is displayed, read off result

To start a new routine, press CF

How to Change the Parameters

After you press:

CF when display shows

F1 higher
F1 temperature + ENTER
F2 lower

shutoff time F1 increase

F2 + ENTER
0.0 min: auto F2 decrease

F1 longer
P print interval + ENTER
F2 shorter

Weighing-in and start functions

when you turn on the unit keeping one of the keys below pressed:

F1 with ENTER
MODE start + ENTER
F2 Auto(matic)

convenience feature F1 increase

ENTER for weighing-in + ENTER
F2 decrease
0 g = off

How to Store the Parameters

No changes; parameters remain stored CF

Store changes only temporarily (until unit is unplugged) ENTER

Store changes permanently keep ENTER pressed

(until next overwriting procedure) until unit shuts off
MA 30 Applications Chart
Sample Target Temp. Meas. Result Sample Target Temp. Meas. Result
value time value time
(g) (°C) (min) (%) (g) (°C) (min) (%)
Cream for Cigarette tobacco 1.5 55 30.0 15.0 L
making cheese 3.0 75 14.1 12.39 R Raw tobacco 2.0 55 30.0 24.61 L
Margarine 2.5 80 14.0 56.70 L Cellulose pulp 5–8 1 00 6–8 60–80 L
Tea extract 80 2–3 3.16 L Cardboard, 0.5 mm 5.0 105 6.3 6.81 L
Camomile extract 3.0 100 3–4 40.0 L Lithium tablets/pellets 10.0 110 5.0 2.52 L
Coarsely ground Powder for tablets 5.0 80 12.5 3.29 L
sunflower seeds 3.0 95 5–6 12.63 L Eutragit
Seasoning paste 5–8 100 5–6 10.7 L (coating for tablets) 5.0 105 4–7 29.97 L
Oil-bearing seeds 8.0 100 10–12 14.7 L Cleaning fluid for
Waffle mix 5–8 95 6–9 14.5 L contact lenses 10.0 50 20.0 0.1 L
Shredded sugar beets 10.0 105 10–15 75.0 L Cosmetic gel 1–2 105 7.7 6.23 R
Castor powder 10.0 120 5.0 10.0 L Protein hydrolysate 5.0 80 3–6 4.79 L
Malt 4.0 80 4–8 4.7 L Potassium hydrogen
Mushroom paste 15.0 90 20–25 93.6 L phosphate,
dibasic form 5.0 125 5–8 3.69 L
Aged salami 3.0 100 15.0 26.08 L
Sodium caseînate 5.0 75 6–8 5.07 L
Fresh salami 3.0 110 12.0 29.11 L
NaCl 5.0 105 8.0 0.06 L
Sausage filling 3.0 100 10.0 55.83 L
Dishwashing liquid 3.0 130 8.0 19.09 R
Wheat flour 3.0 110 5–7 14.25 L
Liquid soap 3.0 120 8.0 16.94 R
Noodle dough (moist) 5.0 130 10.0 25.28 L
Detergent for
Lysine calcium
washing cars 1.5 110 11.0 15.46 R
(amino acid derivative) 5.0 105 7.0 29.97 L
Liquid scouring agent 5.0 120 8.0 70.0 L
Cream of tomato
soup flavoring 5.0 80 10.0 6.4 L Tensides 5–6 100 4–6 34.0 L
Beef boullion 5.0 105 4–6 4.95 L Plaster 10.0 160 30.0 26.87 L
Coffee flavoring 5.0 80 5–7 3.63 L Plaster 9.0 105 60 24.02 L
Soybean meal 5.0 105 7–9 9.2 L Calcium carbonate
suspension 5.0 140 10–15 21.97 L
High-molecular-
weight starches Fermented sludge 5.0 105 20.0 2.05 R
HES 1741 5.0 105 5.0 3.88 L Sludge (filter cake) 10.0 120 20.0 41.0 R
HES 1743 5.0 105 5.0 3.57 L Quartz sand 10.0 160 6–7 4.8 L
HES 1745 5.0 90 5.0 3.91 L Water-based paints 7–9 105 5.0 4.6 L
HES 1749 5.0 90 5.0 3.59 L Ink ribbons (inked) 2–3 100 4–5 4–8 L
Maltodextrose MD01 5.0 105 5.0 4.77 L Paint (colored) 1.5 90 9.0 40.8 L
Wheat flakes 5.0 105 7–11 12.1 L Wood shavings,
Vegetable soup 10.0 80 8.0 5.59 L sawdust 5.0 140 15–20 70.0 L
Corn starch 5.0 105 5–7 12.25 L Wood sizing 2.0 110 11.0 51.83 L
Ragomil (cocoa + Sizing 4.0 120 6–7 33–48 L
granulated sugar) 5.0 80 3–4 3.01 L Solution of
Dried parsley (air-dried) 5.0 105 5.0 7.35 L vulcanizing agents 4.0 105 6–7 59.0 L
Edible starch 5.0 95 13.8 47.77 L Adhesive 5.0 90 8–10 28.0 R
Butter 2.0 130 4.5 15.45 L Basic ingredients
Marc (residue) for wood adhesive 3.0 150 5.0 60.12 R
of spent malt 6.0 120 25.0 79.41 L Mineral oxide 5–8 120 3–5 10.0 L
Cottage cheese 3.0 110 12.7 81.19 L Titanium dioxide 10.0 105 3–4 0.46 L

How to Prepare and Apply Samples

To homogenize
– solid samples: grind/use a pestle to crush
– liquid samples: stir

Spread your sample evenly on the dish:

for liquid/pasty samples →
use glass fiber filters

1 2

Avoid the following pitfalls:

→ Non-uniform heating
→ Non-reproducible values

Samples with low specific weights

→ lifted by warm air
Initial sample weight > select 5 g

For samples with unknown properties

→ Use the fully automatic mode for the 1st analysis 0.0 mmin

Analysis temperature
< denaturing temperature
MA 30 Applications Chart
Sample Target Temp. Meas. Result Sample Target Temp. Meas. Result
value time value time
(g) (°C) (min) (%) (g) (°C) (min) (%)
Cream for Cigarette tobacco 1.5 55 30.0 15.0 L
making cheese 3.0 75 14.1 12.39 R Raw tobacco 2.0 55 30.0 24.61 L
Margarine 2.5 80 14.0 56.70 L Cellulose pulp 5–8 1 00 6–8 60–80 L
Tea extract 80 2–3 3.16 L Cardboard, 0.5 mm 5.0 105 6.3 6.81 L
Camomile extract 3.0 100 3–4 40.0 L Lithium tablets/pellets 10.0 110 5.0 2.52 L
Coarsely ground Powder for tablets 5.0 80 12.5 3.29 L
sunflower seeds 3.0 95 5–6 12.63 L Eutragit
Seasoning paste 5–8 100 5–6 10.7 L (coating for tablets) 5.0 105 4–7 29.97 L
Oil-bearing seeds 8.0 100 10–12 14.7 L Cleaning fluid for
Waffle mix 5–8 95 6–9 14.5 L contact lenses 10.0 50 20.0 0.1 L
Shredded sugar beets 10.0 105 10–15 75.0 L Cosmetic gel 1–2 105 7.7 6.23 R
Castor powder 10.0 120 5.0 10.0 L Protein hydrolysate 5.0 80 3–6 4.79 L
Malt 4.0 80 4–8 4.7 L Potassium hydrogen
Mushroom paste 15.0 90 20–25 93.6 L phosphate,
dibasic form 5.0 125 5–8 3.69 L
Aged salami 3.0 100 15.0 26.08 L
Sodium caseînate 5.0 75 6–8 5.07 L
Fresh salami 3.0 110 12.0 29.11 L
NaCl 5.0 105 8.0 0.06 L
Sausage filling 3.0 100 10.0 55.83 L
Dishwashing liquid 3.0 130 8.0 19.09 R
Wheat flour 3.0 110 5–7 14.25 L
Liquid soap 3.0 120 8.0 16.94 R
Noodle dough (moist) 5.0 130 10.0 25.28 L
Detergent for
Lysine calcium
washing cars 1.5 110 11.0 15.46 R
(amino acid derivative) 5.0 105 7.0 29.97 L
Liquid scouring agent 5.0 120 8.0 70.0 L
Cream of tomato
soup flavoring 5.0 80 10.0 6.4 L Tensides 5–6 100 4–6 34.0 L
Beef boullion 5.0 105 4–6 4.95 L Plaster 10.0 160 30.0 26.87 L
Coffee flavoring 5.0 80 5–7 3.63 L Plaster 9.0 105 60 24.02 L
Soybean meal 5.0 105 7–9 9.2 L Calcium carbonate
suspension 5.0 140 10–15 21.97 L
High-molecular-
weight starches Fermented sludge 5.0 105 20.0 2.05 R
HES 1741 5.0 105 5.0 3.88 L Sludge (filter cake) 10.0 120 20.0 41.0 R
HES 1743 5.0 105 5.0 3.57 L Quartz sand 10.0 160 6–7 4.8 L
HES 1745 5.0 90 5.0 3.91 L Water-based paints 7–9 105 5.0 4.6 L
HES 1749 5.0 90 5.0 3.59 L Ink ribbons (inked) 2–3 100 4–5 4–8 L
Maltodextrose MD01 5.0 105 5.0 4.77 L Paint (colored) 1.5 90 9.0 40.8 L
Wheat flakes 5.0 105 7–11 12.1 L Wood shavings,
Vegetable soup 10.0 80 8.0 5.59 L sawdust 5.0 140 15–20 70.0 L
Corn starch 5.0 105 5–7 12.25 L Wood sizing 2.0 110 11.0 51.83 L
Ragomil (cocoa + Sizing 4.0 120 6–7 33–48 L
granulated sugar) 5.0 80 3–4 3.01 L Solution of
Dried parsley (air-dried) 5.0 105 5.0 7.35 L vulcanizing agents 4.0 105 6–7 59.0 L
Edible starch 5.0 95 13.8 47.77 L Adhesive 5.0 90 8–10 28.0 R
Butter 2.0 130 4.5 15.45 L Basic ingredients
Marc (residue) for wood adhesive 3.0 150 5.0 60.12 R
of spent malt 6.0 120 25.0 79.41 L Mineral oxide 5–8 120 3–5 10.0 L
Cottage cheese 3.0 110 12.7 81.19 L Titanium dioxide 10.0 105 3–4 0.46 L

How to Prepare and Apply Samples

To homogenize
– solid samples: grind/use a pestle to crush
– liquid samples: stir

Spread your sample evenly on the dish:

for liquid/pasty samples →
use glass fiber filters

1 2

Avoid the following pitfalls:

→ Non-uniform heating
→ Non-reproducible values

Samples with low specific weights

→ lifted by warm air
Initial sample weight > select 5 g

For samples with unknown properties

→ Use the fully automatic mode for the 1st analysis 0.0 mmin

Analysis temperature
< denaturing temperature