Single Kernel Moisture Tester

PQ-510
(TYPE PQ-5102-1)

Operating Manual
Single Kernel Moisture Tester-Safety Precautions
Not following these safety precautions could result in injury, bodily harm, or even death.
Furthermore, this unit has moving parts that could potentially cause injury.
Closely follow the safety regulations for this unit.
Please make sure to read the safety procedures in this manual.

Do not use the unit when it seems to be malfunctioning or is broken.

Please consult with the service center when the unit is broken or not functioning properly.
Warning Symbols and Meanings
We have included the following types of warnings in this manual in order to prevent you from having any of the accidents caused
by improper use of the unit. The meanings of the symbols are as follows.

Danger This symbol indicates that there is a risk of sustaining serious injury of even death if the warning is ignored.

Warning This symbol indicates that there is a chance of sustaining injury or bodily harm if the warning is ignored.

This symbol indicates that the following information should be read and understood in order to use the unit
Note
safely and properly.

Emergency Symbols Prohibited Action Symbols User Directions Symbols

Fire Electonic Shock Hurt Prohibited No disassembly Dont wash Requirement Unplug Cord Connect Ground

Danger
Do not use any voltage outside of the fixed and recommended voltage. Using excessive voltage can cause various
problems with the unit and even cause a fire.
Make sure to connect the grounding part of the power cable.
When the power plug is a two-prong, make sure to ground the unit with the colored line that sticks out of the adaptor.
For the three-pronged plugs, the grounding is done automatically.
If the unit is not grounded properly, the risk of shock is greatly increased.
When using a high-capacity fuse for fuse replacement, make sure to unplug the unit from the plug.
Using a fuse that is stronger than the recommended fuse can cause a fire.
Please do not try to take apart or remodel the unit.
This can cause the user to be electronically shocked or sustain injury and cause the unit to malfunction.
Please do not try to wash the unit.
This unit is not waterproof.
If water enters the unit, it increases the risk of electrical shock or machine malfunction.

Warning
When unplugging the power plug and power cable, make sure to unplug the connector and plug without pulling or
yanking on the cord.
When not using the unit or when there is a fear of power outage, put the power switch into the [OFF] position and
unplug the power cord from the wall.
In the even that you detect a foul smell, smoke, or any other strange occurrence, immediately put the power switch
into the [OFF] position, disconnect the power cord from the wall, and take any other appropriate measures.
Do not press the power switch while pressing the function key.

Please do not press multiple keys or keys besides the required key at the same time.
 Table of Contents

1. Single Kernel Moisture Testers Functions and Features ................................. 1

1-1.Functions .............................................................................................................. 1
1-2.Features ................................................................................................................ 1

2. Part Names and Accessories ........................................................................... 2

2-1.Main Unit ............................................................................................................... 2
2-2.Accessories .......................................................................................................... 3

3. Specifications ................................................................................................... 4

4. Preparation for Measurement ........................................................................... 5

4-1.Powering Up ......................................................................................................... 5
4-2.Selecting a measurement sample ........................................................................ 5
4-3.Setting the number of grains to be measured ...................................................... 6

5. Measurement ................................................................................................... 7
6. Additional Warnings ......................................................................................... 8
6-1.How to clean the moving internal parts ................................................................ 8
6-2.Temperature Correction ....................................................................................... 9
6-3.The Sample Case ................................................................................................. 9

7. Printing ............................................................................................................. 10
7-1.The different print modes ..................................................................................... 10
7-2.How to set the print mode .................................................................................... 10
7-3.How to set the time ........................................................................................... 11
7-4.Sample print-out ................................................................................................... 12

8. How to use the printer (VZ-300) ....................................................................... 13

8-1.Printer Part Names and Accessories .................................................................... 13
8-2.Function switch and LED light .............................................................................. 14
8-3.Connecting with the main unit .............................................................................. 15
8-4.Heat-Sensitive Paper ............................................................................................ 16
8-5.Warnings regarding the correct use of the printer ............................................... 17
8-6.Printer Specifications ............................................................................................ 18
 1. Single Kernal Moisture Testers Functions and Features
1-1. Functions
The PQ-510 Single Kernal Moisture Tester measures the moisture of a sample set
one grain at a time, so with this unit you can correctly find the moisture distribution
of any given sample and prevent uneven moisture cause by inadequate drying.

1-2. Features
1. Possesses easy-to-use functions
2. Can quickly measure samples
3. Find the moisture distribution in one easy step
4. an print the measurement if connected to the optional printer

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 2. Part Names and Accessories
2-1. Main Unit

<Front Side>

Start/Stop Switch

Measurement of Sample Window

Function Panel

Data Case

<Back Side>

Fan

Printer Power Cable Plug (AC 100V output)

Printer Data Plug

Fuse Holder

Power Switch

Power Plug (AC 100V Output)

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 <Function Panel>

Numerical Value Display Panel Moisture, Grain Number, Time,Indicator

(Moisture, Grain Number, Time)

Histogram Display Panel

Grain Type Indicator

1/P.RICE
2/B.RICE
3/PADDY
4/BARLEY Key Function Panel
5/WHEAT
6/N.BARLEY

<Internal Structure>

Hopper
Moving Screw

Kernal Grinder/Roller

Drum

Rotating Arm

Discharge Area

2.2. Accessories

Measuring Spoon Power Cord

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 3. Specifications
Measurement Method : Electrical Resistance method
Object of Measurement : Polished Rice, Broun rice, Paddy, Barley, Wheat, Naked Barley
Measurement Ranges : Polished Rice 11 - 20%
Broun Rice 11 - 20%
Paddy 11 - 35%
Barley 10 - 40%
Wheat 10 - 40%
Naked Barley 10 - 20%
(at 20)
Measurement Accuracy : + , - 0.5% (Moisture- less than 20%)
Measurement Speed : roughly 30 seconds/100 grains (to display the average moisture of unpolished
rice)
Temperature Correction : Automatic temperature correction by means of the thermostat (mechanical
temperature correction device)
Grain # Setting : 10-1000 kernels, option setting

Operating : 40 degrees celsius

Environment Temperature

Display Type : 4 line, LED ...... moisture, grain #, time, temperature

Histogram ....... the moisture distribution is dispolayed with different colors on
the LED screen (with green, orange, and 3 different reds)
External Device Output : Printer output through a RS-232C port
Power : AC 100V (50/60Hz)
Dimensions : 307 (W) x 204 (D) x 305 (H) mm
Weight : 6.0 kg

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 4. Preparing for Measurement

4-1. Powering Up
1. Connect the power cord.
2. Put the power switch in the [ON] position.
The buzzer will sound, the internal moving screw will rotate, and the shutters will
open and close as the unit removes any remaining sample from the last time the
unit was used.
The function panel will move through the following sequence.

4-2. Selecting a measurement sample

1. Press the [Grain Type Selection] key.
Six different grain indicator lights will light up, and you will be prompted to
select one.

2. Press the key of the type of grain you would like to measure.
The indicator light of the grain you select will flash
(In this example, polished rice (#1) has been selected.)

Warning : In the case that the wrong grain type has been selected in step 2, please return to step one
and repeat the steps to input the correct type.

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4-3. Setting the number of grains to be measured

Press the key and set the number of grains to be measured from any

number from 10-1000 grains.

Example : Changing the number from 100 grains to 234 grains

Step Function Key Value Display

Current Measurement Setting (not flashing)

1 Press the key (flashing)

2 Press the key (flashing)

3 Press the key (flashing)

4 Press the key (flashing)

5 Press the key (not flashing)

At this point, the grain number setting is complete.

Warning 1 : The unit has been factory-preset to 100 grains.

Warning 2 : When making a change in the midst of setting the number of grains, press any of the keys

from to until you reach 4 digits. At this point, press one more number key and

you will be returned to step 1, at which point you can retype the numbers.

Warning 3 : The number of grains that can be set is limited to the range from 10-1000 grains. Inputting
anything outside of this range will cause the unit to return to step 1.

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 5. Measurement

1. When you press the Start/Stop switch located on the left side of the top of the
Unit, measurement will begin and the display screen will show the following:

Screen prior to measurement

Measurement initiation

Measurement complete (100 grains)

2. When the measurement is complete, the average moisture and the histogram
will be displayed. The histogram, using 21 separate LED lights, will display the
moisture anywhere in a range from 10-30% and display a segment of a range of
colors (covering the spectrum from clear to green to orange to red) depending
on how high the frequency is.
3. Any remaining sample will be automatically discharged, and after the motor
has stopped, a buzzer will sound.
4. After the buzzer rings, press the Start/Stop switch. The moisture display will
be replaced with the grain number setting display, and you will be able to move
on to the next measurement.

Warning 1 : Even if the printer is still printing, as long as the motor has stopped, you can begin the next
measurement.
Warning 2 : If you would like to stop measuring during the middle of a measurement, simply press the
Start/Stop switch, and the average moisture and histogram for the grains measured up until
that point will be displayed.

Warning 3 : The Start/Stop switch on the control panel may be used in place of the normal switch

if necessary.

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 6. Additional Warnings
6-1. How to clean the moving, internal parts
Allowing sample to remain on moving, internal parts can do damage to the unit. In order to
avoid this, periodically clean the inside of the unit by first putting the power switch into the
(Warning) [OFF] position, unplugging the power cord, and then following the procedures listed below.
Be careful not be hurt your finger in case of reassembly or assembly of the instrument as
some of inside parts are sharp.
(Hurt)

1. Remove the panel on the left side of

the unit.
If you press the button located at
both the top and bottom of the panel,
you should be able to remove it
easily.

2. Lifting the front of the panel (shown in

the picture) up slightly, pull it
towards you, removing it from the unit.

3. At this point, you should be able to see

the moving, internal parts of the unit.
Please remove any residual sample or dirt
and clean this area.

4. When you are finished cleaning, follow the

instructions in step 1 and 2 in reverse
order to replace the panels and restore
the unit to its original state.

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6-2. Temperature Correction
A temperature sensor has been installed in the unit and automatically corrects
the temperature for measurement purposes. However, when the difference
between the temperature of the grain and the temperature of the machine is too
great, the error between the real moisture value and reported value can become
very large.

Therefore, in order to get an accurate measurement, make sure that the temperatures of the
grain and machine are reasonably close before measuring.
(Warning)

6-3. The Sample Case

Please do not fill the sample case to its maximum level. If you continue to measure
with an extremely full sample case, it will produce a large error in the
(Warning)
measurement value and even possibly damage the unit itself.

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 7. Printing
An optional printer (VZ-300) is available for this unit. When hooked up to the
main unit, this printer is capable of printing out the results of the measurements
performed by the PQ-510. The following is an explanation of what to do after
connecting the printer. For a more general explanation of how to use the printer,
refer to pages 15-20.

7-1. The different print modes

Print Mode Print Content

0 No print-out
1 Date, Grain Type, Time, # of Grains, Avg. Moisture, Standard Dev., Temp.
2 All of the contents of print mode 1 plus a Histogram
3 All of the contents of print mode 2 plus Overall Moisture Data Results
Warning 1 : The printer is factory pre-set to print-mode 0 (no print-out).
Warning 2 : Regardless of the print mode, if you have completed a measurement and only measured 9 or
fewer grains, the average moisture will be displayed and nothing printed.
Warning 3 : In print-mode 1, as long as the grain type is not changed and power not unplugged, the
printer will print the time, grain number, average moisture, standard deviation, and temperature
of the measurements in a series.

7-2. How to set the print mode

1. The print mode can be set while the main unit is in the pre-measurement mode
(ie the screen where the set grain # screen is displayed).
2. At the set grain # screen, press the key.
After the number indicator lights from 0-3 light up, press the key again.
This will cause the system to circulate through the various print modes (1-2-3-0-
1)
3. When the unit has reached your desired mode, press the key. At this
point, the print mode will be set and the PQ-510 will move to the pre-measurement
screen.
There are 4 different print modes, so please select the note that best suits your
needs.

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7-3. How to set the time
When you set the time, the printer will correctly print the date of the measurement
according to the internal clock. At the time of shipment, the time on the PQ-510
was pre-set; however, in the case that the time displayed is incorrect, please
use the following method to set it to the appropriate time.

1. The time can be set on the pre-measurement screen (ie the screen where the
number of grains to be measured is displayed).
2. To set the time, follow the process described below, starting with pressing the
key.
Function Key Number Value Display Screen
100 Pre-measurement Screen
(set to 100 grains in this example)
0000 Enter the year (1000s column)

1000 Enter the year (100s column)

1900 Enter the year (10s column)

1990 Enter the year (1s column)

1999 Year setting complete
0000 Enter the month (10s column)
1000 Enter the month (1s column)

1100 Enter the day (10s column)

1120 Enter the day (1s column)

1125 Month and day setting complete
0000 Enter the hour (military time (10s column)
2000 Enter the hour (military time (1s column)

2200 Enter the minutes (10s column)

2240 Enter the minutes (1s column)

2242 Time setting complete

100 Return to pre-measurement screen

Bold text represent the digits that will be flashing at that point.

3. If you press the key when in pre-measurement mode, the time will be
displayed on the number value display screen.

Warning 1 : If you press the key a second time, you will be returned to the pre-measurement
screen.
Warning 2 : The time display function can not be used during measurement, and when displaying the
time, no other functions can be used.

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7-4. Sample Print-Out
Print-Mode 1

Print-Mode 2

Histogram Grain # Scale

Print-Mode 3

Histogram Grain # Scale

Moisture Data Table

Warning : A display of [----] appearing under the moisture data table represent a measurement error
caused by dirt or rock. This error is automatically deleted from the histogram and statistical
calculations.

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