User Guide Ekomilk

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EKOMILK®
ULTRASONIC MILK ANALYZERS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS

□ EKOMILK

MEASURING
CYCLE

POWER
CONSUMPTION

measurements per hour

max

15-18

30 W

20-25

30 W

30-35

30 W

65-70

30 W

90-94

100 W

Standard Model

□ EKOMILK-120
Standard 120 Model

□ EKOMILK-М
Fast Model

□ EKOMILK-ULTRA
Super Fast Model

□ EKOMILK-ULTRA PRO
High- speed Model

MEASURE MODES

ADDITIONAL

□ COW milk
□ SHEEP milk
□ BUFFALO milk
□ GOAT milk
□ OTHERS

□ PH
□ CONDUCTIVITY
□ DATA COLLECTION
POWER SUPPLY

□ 220V +10/-15% □ 110V +10/-15%

TABLE OF CONTENTS
EKOMILK-ULTRA ULTRASONIC MILK ANALYZERS - KEY FEATURE ........ 3
CONTROLS (ON THE FRONT AND REAR PANELS) ..................... 4
MAINS ....................................................... 5
MILK SAMPLES ................................................ 6
BASIC MODES FOR USE ......................................... 6
COLLECTING AND PRINTING DATA (IN CASE OF MICRO PRINTER
CONNECTED TO THE ANALYZER) .................................. 6
DATA TRANSFERRING........................................... 7
MILK ANALYSIS WITH MOTOR (SUCTION PUMP) ...................... 9
MILK ANALYSIS WITHOUT MOTOR (SUCTION PUMP) .................. 11
CLEANING OUT ............................................... 12
CALIBRATION................................................. 14
CALIBRATION VALUES SAVING ................................... 16
CONDUCTIVITY CALIBRATION.................................... 17
PH CALIBRATION .............................................. 18
TIME & DATA CALIBRATION...................................... 20
PH MEASUREMENT - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ................... 20
MILK CONDUCTIVITY - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: .................. 24
SOME REASONS FOR EKOMILK ACCURACY AND REPEATABILITY
DEVIATIONS.................................................. 25
ERROR’S LIST ................................................ 27
GUARANTEE ................................................. 30

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EKOMILK-ULTRA ULTRASONIC MILK ANALYZERS - KEY FEATURE
EKOMILK-ULTRA Ultrasonic Milk Analyzers are designed for fast and cost effective analysis of the fat contents, non fat milk solids (SNF), protein, milk density for both cow and sheep milk and added water to milk as well.
Key feature:
• Fast Analysis - Allows a large number of measurements to be done;
• Simple and lightweight design;
• Cost effective:
• Low power consumption;
• Very small quantity of milk required;
• No acid or other chemicals are used;
• One year full warranty;
• Measuring accuracy adjustment can be done by the user;
• RS 232 Interface (optional on request);
Environmental Conditions:
Ambient air temperature
Milk temperature
Relative humidity
Electrical Parameters:
AC Power Supply voltage
DC Power Supply voltage
Power Consumption

15° - 30°C
15° - 30°C
30% - 80%
See page 1
12V to 14,2V
See page 1

Measuring Parameters:
Fatness
from 0,5% to 9% with accuracy ± 0,1%
Solids non fat (SNF) from 6% to 12% with accuracy ± 0,2%
Milk density from 1,0260 g/cm3 to 1,0330 g/cm3 ± 0,0005 g/cm3
Protein
from 2% to 6% with accuracy ± 0,2%
Freezing point from 0 to -1.000 °C with accuracy ± 0,015°C
Added water to milk from 0% to 60% with accuracy ± 5% pH* from 0,00 to 14 pH with accuracy ± 0,02
Conductivity*
from 2 to 20 mS/cm ± 1 % mS/cm (18°C)
Temperature*
from 0 to 50 °C with accuracy ± 0,1°C
Measuring cycle
See page 1
* These options are additional. If someone is not installed, the inscription
NA (Not available) will appear on the display instead of result.

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CONTROLS (ON THE FRONT AND REAR PANELS)
CONTROLS
(on the front panel)
1. Select the work mode
2. Skip and search forward and backwards
3. Confirm the choice
4. Tube (sucker)
5. Plastic support
6. pH Electrode
7. Thermometer Probe
8. Measuring mug for pH, Temperature
9. Holder for pH Electrode and
Thermometer Probe

SWITCHES and OUTLETS
(on the rear panel)
1. pH socket (BNC)
2. RS 232 Interface outlet
3. Temperature outlet
4. ON/OFF Switch - for car vehicle
5. 12 V DC outlet
6. FUSE
7. POWER Switch
8. AC power led

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MAINS
Place the Analyzer vertically on a table or any other flat surface.
- AC Power Supply Voltage
Connect the AC power lead to the mains socket.
Set the Power switch to “On”.
- 12V DC Power Supply Voltage
Connect the DC supply lead to 12V outlet (black is “-”) and to the autonomous DC supply (for example car supply).
Set the +12 V Power switch to “On”.
1. Attach the holder onto Ekomilk
The Ekomilk comes complete with a Holder for pH electrode and temperature probe.
It is designed for easy use and installation. Care must always be taken to avoid use of excessive force in the process of attaching this component. Ekomilk has two holes on the side for attachment of pH electrode and temperature probe via the Holder.
2. Connecting the pH electrode (pH socket - pos. 5 on the rear panel). 2.1. During this operation, it is important that water does not get onto the BNC electrode connector. Also avoid touching the connector with soiled hands. Connect the pH Electrode sliding the Electrode connector over the socket of the Ekomilk (BNC Connector). Ensure that the slot of the connector is in the line with the protrusions of the socket. Rotate the connector clockwise until it locks. Be careful not to use excessive force in this operation.
3. Connecting the temperature probe (Temperature outlet - pos. 3 on the rear panel). The temperature probe uses a phono jack to connect with the socket on the
Ekomilk.
4. Attaching the pH Electrode and Temperature probe onto the Holder.
Align the end of the electrode (sensor side) with the hole of the Holder. Insert the pH electrode into the hole of the Holder as shown. Repeat the same procedure with the temperature probe.
Warm up
When the power is on, WARM UP appears on the display. When the “warm up” stage is over in about 5 minutes, EKOMILK is shown on the display. The Analyzer is ready to use.
Do not take into consideration the first sample because it is likely to be with a deviation out of specification.
Warning: The covers of the Analyzer should never be removed while the power leads are connected.
Warning: Under no circumstance should you try to repair the Analyzer’s power lead yourself. In case of power lead damage, contact your dealer to make the repairs. 5

MILK SAMPLES
Milk samples temperature should be 15 - 30°C.
Milk with surface fat film should be heated to 40 - 45°C by means of water-bath. Stir up and cool it to 29 - 30°C. If the milk temperature is above 38°C the message HOT
SAMPLE appears on the display. Milk acidity should be less that 25°T.
Use the milk sample only once. When the measuring is carried out, throw the sample away. BASIC MODES FOR USE
Press the MODE button to enter basic modes menu. Basic modes available are as follows: ˆ COW MILK - analysis of cow milk
ˆ SEND & CLEAR - data transferring mode;
ˆ REC CHOICE - turning on/off the data collection system;
ˆ MOTOR CHOICE* - choice the basic mode (Ekomilk, Ekomilk-120 and Ekomilk-M)
ˆ CLEANING - cleaning in the end of working day
ˆ CALIBRATION - calibration
ˆ SYSTEM - manufacturer’s mode only
ˆ SHEEP/BUFFALO/ GOAT MILK - analysis of sheep/buffalo/goat milk – see p.1
Press the search buttons t,u to select desired mode.

COLLECTING AND PRINTING DATA
CONNECTED TO THE ANALYZER)

(IN

CASE

OF

MICRO

PRINTER

1. SETTINGS
Press the MODE button only once. Press the search buttons t,uto select REC
CHOICE mode. Press OK when REC CHOICE mode is displayed. The message
RECORD DATA? appears on the display. Set with search buttons t,uthe desired mode Y or N.
1.1. N (NO) - Milk analysis without printing data for vendor
ID, Volume-liters. This is the standard work mode of
Analyzer - pass to the next chapter " MILK ANALYSIS...".
After the current measurement is completed the results could be printed by pressing the arrow button ton the analyzer front panel. Result are printed every time when this button is pressed.
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Recipe will have this form:
1.2. Y (YES) - Milk analysis with printing data for vendor ID,
Volume-liters and milk parameters. When the power is on
Milka nalyzer enter into Y (YES) mode - milk analysis with printing data.
After the current measurement is completed the results could be printed by pressing the arrow button ton the analyzer front panel. Results are printed every time when this button is pressed. Recipe will have this form:
2. COLLECTING DATA
The message NUMBER: 001 appears on the display while measurement is started (it does not matter which measuring mode is activated - COW MILK or
SHEEP/BUFFALO/GOAT MILK).
NUMBER defines the ID number for everyone supplier. In this case it is necessary to write in advance s suppliers list by ID number and name.
• button uchanges the cursor position;
• button tchanges the over cursor value;
• button MODE cancels the changes and returns COW MILK on the display;
• button OK confirms the ID NUMBER and shows QUANTITY:0000.0;
• button uchanges the cursor position;
• button tchanges the over cursor value;
• button MODE cancels the changes and returns COW MILK on the display;
• button OK start measurement;
Before starting a new measurement, there is a possibility to erase the last measurement from the analyzer's memory. Press button u and then press button t not releasing button u. The message RECORD DISCARDED appears on the display. The maximum number of record can be 120. If you try to write more records, a NO
MEMORY SPACE error message appears on the display. In this case you must transfer the data to a computer and clear (empty) the analyzer's memory (See procedure described in "Data transferring").

DATA TRANSFERRING
Transfer requirements:
• Milkanalyzer Ekomilk (Data Collection System installed);
• PC with Milk Data program Version 1.4;
• RS 232 Null Modem Cable;

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Steps:
1. Connect the milkanalyzer EKOMILK to the PC.
Switch off the milkanalyzer and the PC. Connect the RS232 cable to some free COM port to the PC and to the RS 232 connector of Milk analyzer. Fist, switch the milkanalyzer on, next switch on the PC.
2. Start Milk Data 2001 (version 1.3) program.
Choose FROM MEMORY from Setting menu. This mode allows you to transfer stored information in Analyzer's memory to the program Milk Data 2001.
3. Press a Milk Analyzer's MODE button only once. Press the search buttons t,uto select SEND & CLEAR mode. Press OK. While the data is transferring, the message
PLEASE, WAIT... is on the Analyzer's display, followed by the message TRANSFER
OK?Y (or N).
On the bottom of the screen a progress bar provides users with visual feedback about the progress of a transmission procedure. As the procedure progresses, the rectangular progress bar gradually fills from left to right with the system highlight color. ATTENTION!
WAIT ABOUT 1-2 MINUTES WHEN THE MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE
COMPUTER SCREEN.
1. Transfer is successful
When transfer is completed successfully, new row are added to the table. The message "The data received successfully! OK appears on the computer's display.
If you want to erase the data and empty Analyzer's memory - set with search button t,u TRANSFER OK?Y and confirm with button OK. Message READY register that the erase process is completed. Now, you can make new 120 milk data records. If you want keep data in the Analyzer memory - press button MODE. In this way the data remains in Analyzer's memory and it is possible to transfer it again to another computer.
2. No data received
This may be for one of following reasons:
1. Analyzer's memory is empty;
2. The RS232 cable is not correctly connected or it is damaged;
3. MILK DATA 2001 setup is not correct - choose FROM MEMORY option from Setting menu - the program version must be
1.3;
- choose the right COM port connected to the Milkanalyzer.
In This case you must confirm TRANSFER OK?N or press button MODE.
Attention! TRANSFER OK?Y will erase all data.
3. Transmission error
In case of a transmission error a warning message will appear on the display:

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The data received contains 1 error(s). Accept data? (YES or NO).
YES accepts only the correct data.
NO cancels all data.
In this case you can choose from Milkanalyzer TRANSFER OK? N and confirm with
OK. This procedure transfers again the data. Wait for computer's message. If there is transmission error again, you can decide to accept the right data or to repeat once again the transfer.
If you want to erase the data and empty Analyzer's memory - set with search button t,u TRANSFER OK?Y and confirm with button OK. Message READY register that the erase process is completed. Now, you can make new 120 milk data records.
If you want keep data in the Analyzer memory - press button MODE. In this way the data remains in Analyzer's memory and it is possible to transfer it again to another computer. MILK ANALYSIS WITH MOTOR (SUCTION PUMP)
Press the MODE button only once. Press the search buttonst,uto select MOTOR
CHOICE mode.
Press OK when the MOTOR CHOICE mode is displayed.
Set the desired motor mode - ON with search buttons t,u. Press OK to confirm it.
The message MOTOR TURNED ON appears on the display. This way the
“MOTOR ON” mode will remain set, even if the power supply is turned off.
Take out the plunger from the syringe (Step1) (for Ekomilk Ultra Pro - both plungers). Insert the plastic plug with the vinil tube instead of the plunger (Step 2).
Plug

Plunger

Step 1

Step 2

The Analyzer is ready for use in mode with suction pump.
Measurement
Steps: Fill the measuring mug with milk sample to be measured. Place the measuring mug on the plastic support (5) with the tube (sucker) into the milk sample. pH and temperature measurement:
Remove the protective rubber cap of the pH electrode before proceeding with measurement. Take care not to exert too much for force as this may cause damage
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to the electrode. Use de-ionized or distilled water to rinse the electrode before use.
This will remove impurities that have adhered on the electrode body. Rinsing will also serve to activate the electrode, especially if it has been dehydrated (in which case you may have to soak the electrode in water from 10 minutes onwards (See Section
“pH Measurement - Additional information”). Fill another measuring mug with the same milk sample. Place it on pos. 8 and dip the electrode and temperature probe into the sample, ensuring that the electrode is completely immersed into the sample.
Stir the mug gently to create a homogeneous sample.
Attention! The measurement of pH and temperature is separate from the measurement of fat, SNF, density, added water, protein and conductivity. If you don’t place the mug with milk on pos. 8, you will have not right results for pH and temperature. Press MODE and by means of the search buttons t,u select the desired mode:
• COW MILK - analysis of cow milk
• SHEEP MILK (see p. 1) - analysis of sheep etc. milk
When the proper type of milk is displayed, press OK to start the measurement. Milk automatically is driven into the measuring camera.
The message NUMBER: 001 appears on the display if Analyzer works in
COLLECTING AND PRINTING DATA mode - for more information see part
“COLLECTING AND PRINTING”.
ATTENTION! The maximum number of records can be 120. If you try to write more records, NO MEMORY SPACE error message appears on the display. In this case you must transfer the data to a computer and clear (empty) the Analyzer’s memory
(See procedure described in section “Data transferring” - User’s Guide).
The message WORKING appears on the display while measurement is going on.
Warning: In case of formation of air bubble in the measuring camera the message EMPTY CAMERA will appear on the display. Then make a fresh start.
When the measurement is completed the display shows the results for following milk parameters:
When the measurement is completed the display shows the results for following milk parameters:
FAT, SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF), MILK DENSITY - on the upper row
ADDED WATER TO MILK, FREEZING VALUE*, PROTEIN - on the bottom row
*FREEZING VALUE = FREEZING POINT [°C] * (-100)
Push button u to see second display with the results for the rest of milk parameters:
Z: CONDUCTIVITY* (mS/cm (18°C)) PH*:pH
T: (Temperature °C)
*For more information, see “pH MEASUREMENT
INFORMATION” and “CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT
INFORMATION”).

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ADDITIONAL
ADDITIONAL

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Attention: To get precise pH results, calibrate the pH measurement system at least twice weekly.
Attention:
1. If the probes (pH or temperature) is disconnected or the received results are out of spec limits or there is a damage in the measuring system, you will have message
ERR instead of results.
2. The pH result is valid when there is R (Ready) on the display, behind the value. If there is not it, you must make another measurement to get a more precise result.
3. pH result is strongly dependent on the temperature. If the pH electrode is connected, but the temperature probe is not, the pH result will be reduced to value at
25°C. It is possible the received pH result to be without spec accuracy ± 0,02. In this case is no importance if R is displayed behind the pH result.
Push button u once more if you want to see again first display.
Before starting a new measurement, there is a possibility to erase the last measurement from the analyzer's memory. Press button u and then press button t not releasing button u. The message RECORD DISCARDED appears on the display. In case of measuring system damage, the message ERROR 10 will appear on the display. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
In case of insufficient milk in measuring camera (or measuring system damage) ERROR 02 will appear on the display. Poor some more milk and make fresh start.
MILK ANALYSIS WITHOUT MOTOR (SUCTION PUMP)
Press the MODE button once. Press the search buttons t,u to select the MOTOR
CHOICE mode. Press OK when the MOTOR CHOICE mode is displayed. Set with search buttons t,u the desired motor mode - OFF. Press OK to confirm it. The message MOTOR TURNED OFF appears on the display. This way the “MOTOR
OFF” mode will remain set, even if the power supply is turned off.
Take out the rubber plug with the plastic tube from the syringe. Insert the plunger instead of the rubber plug with the plastic tube.
The Analyzer is ready for use in mode without suction pump.
Measurement
Steps: Press MODE and by means of the search buttons t,u select the desired mode: • COW MILK - analysis of cow milk
• SHEEP MILK (see p.1) - analysis of sheep etc. milk
When the proper type of milk is displayed, fill the measuring mug with milk sample to be measured. Place the measuring mug on the plastic support (5) with the tube
(sucker) into the milk sample.
Pull up very carefully the plunger. This way milk is driven to the measuring camera.

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Warning: Pull up the plunger smoothly to prevent formation of air bubble in the measuring camera.
In case of formation of air bubble in the measuring camera the message EMPTY CAMERA will appear on the display. Then make a fresh start.
Press OK to start the measurement.
The message NUMBER: 001 appears on the display if Analyzer works in
COLLECTING AND PRINTING DATA mode - for more information see part
“COLLECTING AND PRINTING”.
ATTENTION! The maximum number of records can be 120. If you try to write more records, NO MEMORY SPACE error message appears on the display. In this case you must transfer the data to a computer and clear (empty) the Analyzer’s memory
(See procedure described in section “Data transferring” - User’s Guide).
The message WORKING appears on the display while measurement is going on.
As soon as the measurement is completed the display shows the results for following milk parameters:
FAT, SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF), MILK DENSITY - on the upper row
ADDED WATER TO MILK, FREEZING VALUE*, PROTEIN - on the bottom row
*FREEZING VALUE = FREEZING POINT [°C] * (-100)
Attention! The measurement of conductivity, pH and temperature is dependent on the motor. If you work in mode without motor, you will have not right results for conductivity, pH and temperature.
Pull down the plunger to pump out milk from the measuring camera into the mug and throw the used milk sample away.

CLEANING OUT
This section has for an object to give directions for daily and periodical cleaning of milk analyzers Ekomilk with a view to protect their measuring systems from contamination and ensure troublefree work for a long time.
1. Daily procedure
It is necessary to clean the analyzer within the working day in the following cases:
- The interval between two consecutive measurements is more than half an hour;
- End of working day.
1.1. Cleaning out when the interval between two consecutive measurements is more than half an hour.
Steps:
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1.1.1. Fill the measuring mug with clean and warm, but not hot, and clean water
(40°- 60°C).
1.1.2. Press the MODE button once. Press the search buttons t,u to select
CLEANING option. Confirm with OK. The display shows message CYCLES 01 number of cleaning cycles to be done. One cleaning cycle pumps the water in and out of the sensor five times. Press the search buttonst,u to set the desired number of cleaning cycles. This number can range from 1 to 99. We recommend one or two cleaning cycles to be chosen. When the desired number is displayed, press OK to start the cleaning. When the CLEANING stage is over CLEANING END is shown on the display.
1.1.3. Remove the mug and throw away the muddy water. Repeat this procedure several times till clean water comes out from the Analyzer.
1.1.4. Done.
1.2. Cleaning out at the end of a working day.
This procedure prevents formation and collection of fat and “Milk stone” deposits into the sensor. Milk stone consists of milk solids, calcium, magnesium, iron, sulfates, etc.
Milk and water mineral deposits become hardened and layered on the sensor and vinyl pipes inner surfaces, which contact with milk and disturbs the milk analyzer work. Cleaning will be effective if a reagent that attacks the “milk stone” is used. We recommend 2% solution of the alkaline cleaner EkoDay to be used as a daily cleaning solution.
Preparation of 2% EkoDay working solution:
a.Use pipette to add 10 mL EkoDay to glassware with 490 mL distilled water.
b.Pour into a labeled container.
Take care this solution does not contact your eyes or skin!
Attention! Use only 2% EkoDay working solution as a cleaning agent. The
EkoDay concentrate can damage your analyzer!
Steps:
1.2.1. First clean the analyzer with pure water as it is described in procedure 1.1.
(see above).
Attention! Using 2% solution of the alkaline cleaner EkoDay without first cleaning analyzer for removing the fats and proteins will result in fixing the
“milk stone” to the surface. Always clean analyzer with pure water before using the cleaning agent.
1.2.2. Fill the measuring mug with 2 % solution of the alkaline cleaner EkoDay (25°40°C), put the analyzer in cleaning mode, set 20 cycles and press the OK button.
When the CLEANING stage is over CLEANING END is shown on the display.
1.2.3. Fill the measuring mug with clean water, put the analyzer in cleaning mode, set
5 cycles and press the OK button. When this procedure is done, remove the mug and throw away the water. Fill the measuring mug with clean water and repeat this procedure 3-4 times.
1.2.4. Done

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2. PERIODICAL PROCEDURE
To ensure a good work of the Milk Analyzer it is advisory to clean the device at least once a week strictly performing underwritten procedure.
This procedure uses 10% solution of acid cleaner EkoWeek as a periodical cleaning solution. Preparation of 10% EkoWeek working solution:
a. Use pipette to add 50 mL EkoWeek to glassware with 450 mL distilled water.
b. Pour into a labeled container.
Take care this solution does not contact your eyes or skin!
Attention! Use only 10% EkoWeek working solution as a cleaning agent. The
EkoWeek concentrate can damage your analyzer!
2.1. Clean the analyzer first as it is cleaned at the end of the working day;
Attention! Make sure that the analyzer is properly cleaned with pure water before going on to the next item of the procedure. Mixing both cleaning solutions- alkaline
EkoDay and acid EkoWeek will result in forming “milk stone”.
2.2. Fill the measuring mug with 10 % solution of the acid cleaner EkoWeek (25°40°C), put the analyzer in cleaning mode, set 40 cycles and press the OK button.
When the CLEANING stage is over, CLEANING END is shown on the display.
2.3. Take the plastic plug ( for Ekomilk Ultra Pro both plastic plugs) with the vinyl tube out of the holes. Insert the plunger instead of the plastic plug with the vinyl tube.
2.4. Fill the measuring mug with clean and warm, but not hot, water (40°- 60°C).
Pull up and down the plunger several times. Remove the mug and throw away the water. Fill the mug with clean and warm water and repeat this step 4-5 times.
2.5. Take the plunger out of the syringe. Wait until all water comes out. Insert back slowly the plunger to the bottom.
2.6. Remove the measuring mug. Take the plunger out of the syringe again. This time insert the rubber plug with the vinyl tube instead of the plunger.
2.7. Done
Attention!
1. Perform strictly this procedure to remove both acid cleaning solution and milk stone from the analyzer measuring system.
2. Do not use hard water (water that contains high amounts of Ca2+ and/or
Mg2+) for analyzer cleaning. For best results use distilled or deionized water. pH Electrode Cleaning and Storage procedure (See section “pH
MEASUREMENT -ADDITIONAL INFORMATION”)

CALIBRATION
The Analyzer should be calibrated if the measuring accuracy for one or more milk parameters is out of the specified limits.

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Calibration values determination:
- Determine a milk sample FAT contents by means of a classical method (for example you can use Gerber method);
- Test the same milk using Milkanalyzer;
- Subtract the Milkanalyzer FAT value from FAT value achieved with classical method. If the difference value is in the spec limits there is no need of fat calibration.
Otherwise add this difference value as a fat calibration value using the procedure described in “Calibration values Saving”;
- Determine a milk sample SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF) by means of a classical method; - Test the same milk using Milkanalyzer;
- Subtract the Milkanalyzer SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF) value from SOLIDS NON FAT
(SNF) value achieved with classical method. If the difference value is in the spec limits there is no need of SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF) calibration. Otherwise add this difference value as a SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF) calibration value using the procedure described in “Calibration values saving”;
- Determine the milk sample DENSITY by means of a density meter;
- Test the same milk using Milkanalyzer again;
- Subtract the Milkanalyzer DENSITY value from DENSITY value achieved with classical method. If the difference value is in the spec limits there is no need of milk
DENSITY calibration. Otherwise add this difference value as a milk DENSITY calibration value using the procedure described in “Calibration values Saving”;
Note: If you will calibrate both SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF) and DENSITY parameters, first calibrate SOLIDS NON FAT (SNF). Test the same milk using
EKOMILK Analyzer again. Calibrate the DENSITY only if it is necessary.
- Determine a milk sample PROTEIN contents by means of a classical method
(for example you can use Kjeldahl method);
- Test the same milk using EKOMILK Analyzer;
- Subtract the Milkanalyzer PROTEIN value from PROTEIN value achieved with classical method. If the difference value is in the spec limits there is no need of protein calibration. Otherwise add this difference value as a protein calibration value using the procedure described in “Calibration values Saving”;
- Determine a milk sample freezing point by means of a classical method (for example you can use Crioscope);
- Test the same milk using EKOMILK Analyzer;
- Subtract the Milk analyzer freezing point value from freezing point value achieved with classical method. If the difference value is in the spec limits there is no need of protein calibration. Otherwise add this difference value as a protein calibration value using the procedure described in “Calibration values Saving”;
Example1:
Freezing point by classical method - (-0.548)
Freezing value by EKOMILK - (53.0)
Freezing point by EKOMILK - (-0.53)
Freezing value correction value=(-0.548) - (-0.53)=(-0,018)
Example2:
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Freezing point by classical method - (-0.548)
Freezing value by EKOMILK - (56.0)
Freezing point by EKOMILK - (-0.56)
Freezing value correction value=(-0.548) - (-0.56)=(+-0,012)
Attention:
1. If you need to calibrate both Solids non fat (SNF) and Freezing Point, first calibrate Solids non fat (SNF). Test the same milk using EKOMILK Analyzer again. Calibrate the Freezing Point only if it is necessary.
2. The freezing point correction will change also the Added water measuring result. CALIBRATION VALUES SAVING
- To save a new calibration value press MODE button first.
- Press the search buttons t,u to select calibration mode:
ˆ CALIBRATION
- Press OK.
- The display shows PASS 1 - first password number prompt.
- Set with search buttons t,u the first password number. Press OK to confirm it.
- A prompt for the second password number appears on the display - PASS 2. Enter the second password number then in the same way as the first one. Enter the third password number when a PASS 3 prompt appears on the display.
Note: In case of incorrect password is entered, a message WRONG
PASSWORD appears on the display. Then make a fresh start.
In case the right password numbers are entered the display will show FAT COW
MILK - Press the search buttons t,u to select the milk parameter to be calibrated:
ˆ FAT COW MILK - cow milk fatness calibration;
ˆ SNF COW MILK - cow milk Solids non fat (SNF) calibration;
ˆ DEN COW MILK - cow milk density calibration;
ˆ PROT COW MILK - cow milk protein calibration;
ˆ FAT SHEEP (BUFFALO, GOAT) MILK - sheep (buffalo, goat) milk fatness calibration; ˆ SNF SHEEP (BUFFALO, GOAT) MILK - sheep (buffalo, goat) milk Solids non fat (SNF) calibration;
ˆ DEN SHEEP (BUFFALO, GOAT) MILK- sheep (buffalo, goat)milk density calibration; ˆ PROT SHEEP (BUFFALO, GOAT) MILK - sheep (buffalo, goat)milk protein calibration; ˆ FPCOW MILK - cow milk freezing point calibration;
ˆ FP SHEEP (BUFFALO, GOAT) MILK - sheep (buffalo, goat) freezing point calibration;
ˆ CONDUCTIVITY - conductivity calibration (See section “Conductivity calibration”) ˆ PH - pH calibration (See section “pH calibration”)
ˆ TIME & DATE - time and date calibration (See section "TIME AND DATE
CALIBRATION").
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Select desired calibration parameter. Confirm it with OK.
- The inscription VALUE appears on the display.
- Press the buttonst,uto set the calibration value required.
- The number can range from -2,54 to +2,54 (at interval of 0,02) for fat, protein and
Solids non fat (SNF), from -12,7 to +12,7 (at interval of 0,10) for density and from 0,250 to + 0,250 for freezing point calibration . This number defines the calibration value. When desired value is set on the display press the OK button to save it.
- Then the display shows TOTAL and a number equal to the total calibration value for this milk parameter. The total calibration value is an algebraic sum of all calibration values added for this milk parameter.
- The calibration value saving is completed.
Note: The total calibration value can range from -2,54% to +2,54% (for fat, protein and Solids non fat (SNF)) , from -12,7°A to +12,7°A for density) and from -0,250 to + 0,250 for freezing point . In case a bigger number has been achieved during a calibration procedure a CAL OUT OF RANGE error message appears on the display.

CONDUCTIVITY CALIBRATION
For more information see section “CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION”)
Conductivity sensor needs to be calibrated on a regular basis (once a month). This assures not only that the sensor is behaving properly but that the system is operating correctly. Ekomilk conductivity calibration is performed at one specific value - 5.02
(±0,5%) mS/cm (18±0,1°C). For conductivity calibration, use only producer’s conductivity buffer solution.
Attention: Before conductivity’s calibrating, the milkanalyzer must be switched on one hour in advance.
Steps:
1. Before calibrating, it is necessary to clean the Ekomilk with water using the procedure described in “CLEANING OUT - Weekly procedure”.
2. Fill the measuring mug with conductivity buffer 5.02 (±0,5%) mS/cm (18±0,1°C).
Place the measuring mug on the plastic support (5) with the tube (sucker) into the solution. Perform the cleaning procedure once again but use conductivity buffer instead of water. Throw the solution away.
Use the conductivity buffer only once.
3. Press the search buttonst,u to select CALIBRATION mode. Enter the password as it is described in “CALIBRATION VALUES SAVING” AND select the Conductivity to be calibrated. Confirm it with OK. The inscription LOAD CAL LIQUID appears on the display.
4. Fill once again the measuring mug with conductivity buffer 5.02 (±0,5%) mS/cm
(18±0,1°C).. Place the measuring mug on the plastic support (5) with the tube
(sucker) into the solution and press OK key. A message WORKING ... appears on the display while the calibration measuring is going on.
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When the measurement is completed the display shows CAL FINISHED. The conductivity calibration procedure is complete. Throw away the used solution.
You may repeat steps 3 and 4 again for better calibration.
Attention: Conductivity buffer solution can be used only once.
5. After calibrating, clean the Ekomilk with water using the procedure described in
“CLEANING OUT - Weekly procedure”.
COND. CAL
ERROR
MESSAGE
CAL ERROR 64

PROBLEM &
CAUSES
Pump damage

CAL ERROR 65

Wrong buffer solution CAL ERROR 66

Power supply trouble REMEDY
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs
Fill the measuring mug with conductivity buffer 5.02 (±0,5%) mS/cm (18±0,1°C) and repeat the calibration procedure.
Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs.

PH CALIBRATION
Attention: To get precise pH results, calibrate the pH measurement system before you measure the pH of the sample or at least twice a week.
For more information see section “pH MEASUREMENT - ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION”.
Calibration is an important part of electrode maintenance. This assures not only that the electrode is behaving properly but that the system is operating correctly. It is recommended that the user perform at least a 2-Point calibration using standard buffers that adequately cover the expected measurement range prior to measurement. 1-Point Calibration can also be used for quick measurements. Ekomilk is capable of 3-point calibration to ensure enhanced accuracy throughout the pH measurement range. The 3 point calibration offers flexibility of calibrating at 3 internationally accepted calibration points namely, pH 7.00, 4.00 and 10.00. pH measurement is temperature sensitive. Automatic Temperature compensation is contained within the milkanalyzer. To activate the ATC, simply plug in the temperature probe into the phono jack.
Attention:
It is best to select a buffer as close as possible to the actual pH value of the sample to be measured.
Use standard calibration buffers that the temperature and the sample solution are the same.
Steps:
1. Press the search buttonst,u to select CALIBRATION mode. Enter the password as it is described in “CALIBRATION VALUES SAVING” AND select the pH to be
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calibrated. Confirm it with OK. The inscription LOAD PH 7 LIQUID appears on the display. This message indicates that pH 7.00 is ready for calibration.
2. Rinse the electrode well with de-ionized water. (Do not wipe the electrode as this may cause a build-up of electrostatic charge on the glass surface!).
3. Fill a measuring mug with the buffer 7.00. Place it on pos. 8 and dip the electrode and temperature probe into the buffer, ensuring that the electrode is completely immersed into the sample. Stir the electrode gently in the buffer.
Once you have selected the correct solution, Press OK key to confirm. The message WAIT, PLEASE.... appears on the display. Wait for the measured pH value to stabilize. The next message LOAD PH 4 LIQUID will be displayed when the reading is ready. The Ekomilk is calibrated to buffer 7.00.
NOTE. Press buttonu to finish calibration. Message CAL FINISHED appears.
Confirm it with OK. The 1-point calibration procedure is now complete.
For 2 or 3 point calibration perform the 1, 2, 3 steps following the Ekomilk prompts until completion.
Attention: pH buffer solutions can be used many times.
CAL ERROR 41

Pump damage

CAL ERROR 43

Power supply trouble CAL ERROR 44

-pH electrode or termosensor is disconnected -pH Electrode damaged -Temperature probe damaged CAL ERROR 46
CAL ERROR 47

-pH measuring system is damaged
Wrong buffer solution -pH measuring system is damaged

Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Check the connections.

Activate or replace the out of order pH electrode with a new one - see “pH measurement - Additional information”
Replace the out of order Temperature probe with a new one.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the pH measuring system is damaged is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
Fill the measuring mug with right buffer and repeat the calibration procedure.
Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
If the problem still exists, the pH measuring system is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
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TIME & DATA CALIBRATION
Press the search buttons t,u to select CALIBRATION mode. Enter the password as it is described in "CALIBRATION VALUES SAVING" and select TIME & DATA to be calibrated. Press OK to confirm.
The message TIME: 00:00:00 appears on the display:
• button uchanges the cursor position;
• button tchanges the over cursor value;
• button MODE cancels the changes and returns COW MILK on the display;
• button OK confirms the TIME and shows DATA: 00:00:00;
• button uchanges the cursor position;
• button tchanges the over cursor value;
• button MODE cancels the changes and returns COW MILK on the display;
• button OK confirms the DATE and shows TIME SET OK.
If TIME & DATA Chip is not installed or does not work properly or a incorrect Time or Date value has been achieved during a calibration procedure a error message
ERROR SETTING TIME appears on the display.

PH MEASUREMENT - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. General pH is a unit to measure which describes the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It is measured on scale of 0 to 14. The term pH is derived from “p”, the mathematical symbol of the negative logarithm, and “H”, the chemical symbol of
Hydrogen. The formal definition of pH is the negative logarithm of the Hydrogen ion activity. 2. pH Electrode
For pH measurement Ekomilk needs a combination electrode, compatible with most pH electrodes that have BNC connectors and zero potential (the pH where the millivolt output of the electrode equals 0) near 7 pH.
2.1. Electrode part
The electrode is the most important part of the pH measurement. The electrode glass membrane is fragile and must be handled with care. To protect the glass membrane and to maintain activation, the glass membrane is covered by a protective rubber cap containing a suitable storage solution.

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2.2. Electrode care & Electrode maintenance pH Electrodes are susceptible to dirt and contamination and need to be clean regularly depending on the extent and condition of use. At no time should one touch or rub the glass bulb as this causes the build-up of electrostatic charge.
2.3. Storage
The best results, always keep the pH bulb wet. An optimal storage solution for combination electrode is pH 4 buffer (cleat not pink) with 225 grams of KCl per liter.
Table salt, NaCl, can be used if KCl is not really available. Other pH buffers or tap water are also acceptable storage media, but avoid storage in de-ionized water. The protective rubber cap filled with the buffer solution provides ideal storage for long periods. 2.4. After Use
After measurement is complete, follow the sequence elaborated below for storage.
a) Wash the electrode and reference junction in de-ionized water.

b) Close the refilling hole by returning its rubber sleeve or stopper cap (Necessary for only refillable electrode).
c) Store the electrode as mentioned above (see section Storage).
2.5. Electrolyte Replacement (for refillable electrode only).
The reference electrolyte needs to be refilled when the electrode has been used for an external period, or when the internal electrolyte has dried up. To accomplish this, follow the procedure detailed below.
a) Remove the protective rubber cap or sleeve.
Remove the protective rubber sleeve to expose the filling port of the electrode.
Remove the old reference electrolyte with a syringe.
b) Fill the new reference electrolyte.
New electrolyte preparation:
Open the small container with KCl.
Add in de-ionized water until it reaches the level of 20 ml. Close the container and shake it to dissolve the KCl.
Add in fresh electrolyte until it reaches the level of the refilling port. The reference electrolyte used should be 3M (Mol) KCl. Replace the rubber sleeve.

c) Re-use the electrode
Rinse the liquid junction with de-ionized water.
Note: If these steps fail to restore normal electrode response, you may attempt to rejuvenate it.( See: Electrode Rejuvenation).

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2.6. Electrode cleaning
Electrodes which are mechanically intact can often be restored to normal performance by one or combination of the following procedures.
a) Salt deposits:
Dissolve the deposit by immersing the electrode in tap water for ten to fifteen minutes. Then thoroughly rinse with de-ionized water.
b) Oil/Grease Films
Wash electrode pH bulb in a little detergent and water. Rinse electrode tip with de-ionized water.
c) Clogged Reference Junction: pH electrodes have junction which allows the internal fill solution of the measuring electrode to leak out into the solution being measured. The junction can become clogged by particulate in the solution. If a clogged junction is suspected it is best to clear the junction. Heat a dilute KCl solution to 60-80°C. Place the sensing portion of the pH electrode into the heated KCl solution for approximately 10 minutes. Allow the electrode to cool while immersed in some unheated KCl solution.
d) Protein Deposits
Prepare a 1% pepsin solution in 0.1M HCl. Allow the electrode to stand in this solution for five to ten minutes. Rinse the electrode with de-ionized water.

2.7. Electrode activation
Generally, if the procedure of storage and maintenance had been closely followed, the electrode can be used immediately. However, should the electrode response become sluggish, it may be possible that the bulb has dehydrated. The bulb can be rehydrated by immersing the electrode in an ideal storage solution (e.g. buffer pH 4 solution) for 1 - 2 hours. If this fails, the electrode may require re-activation.
If the above procedure does not reactivate the electrode to acceptable status, try rejuvenation the electrode by following the procedure outlined below.
2.8. Rejuvenation Procedure
a) Dip and stir the electrode in freon or alcohol for 5 minutes.

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b) Leave the electrode in tap water for 15 minutes.
c) Dip and stir the electrode in concentrated acid (HCl, H2SO4) for 5 minutes.
d) Repeat Step b - leave the electrode in tap water for 15 minutes.
e) Dip and stir in strong base (NaOH) for 5 minutes.

f) Repeat Step b - leave the electrode in tap water for 15 minutes. g) Test with standard calibration solution.
Finally, test with standard calibration buffer solution to see if the electrode yields acceptable results. You may repeat steps ‘c’ to ‘f’ again for better response (maximum 3 times).
If the response does not improve, then the electrode has completed its useful life. Replace with a new electrode.
3. Electrode Lifespan pH electrodes have a finite lifespan due to their inherent properties. How long a pH electrode will last will depend on how it is cared and the solution it is used to measure. Even if an electrode is not used it still ages. Electrode demise can usually be characterized by a sluggish response, erratic readings or a reading which will not change. When this occurs an electrode can no longer be calibrated. pH electrodes are fragile and have a limited lifespan. How long an electrode will last is determined by how well the is maintained and the pH application. The harsher the system, the shorter the lifespan. For this reason it is always a good idea to have a back-up electrode on hand to avoid any system down time.
4. Buffer Solutions
Buffers are solutions that have constant pH values and the ability to resist changes in that pH level. They are used to calibrate pH measurement system.
5. Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)
Automatic Temperature compensation is contained within the milkanalyzer, because pH measurement is temperature sensitive. To activate the ATC, simply plug in the temperature probe into the phono jack.
6. pH Electrode Calibration

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pH Electrodes are like batteries; they run down with time and use. As an electrode ages, its glass changes resistance. For this reason, electrodes need to be calibrated on a regular basis. Calibration in pH buffer solution corrects for this change.
Calibration is an important part of electrode maintenance. This assures not only that the electrode is behaving properly but that the system is operating correctly.
Usually pH meters require calibration at 3 specific pH values. One calibration is usually performed at pH 7, second and third are typically performed at pH 4 and pH
10.
Attention: It is best to select a buffer as close as possible to the actual pH value of the sample to be measured. Use standard calibration buffers that the temperature and the sample solution are the same
7. Milk acidity and pH
The following table shows the relation between pH value and °T.
°T

Variations

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Raw milk
6,74 - 6,70
6,69 - 6,65
6,64 - 6,58
6,57 - 6,52
6,51 - 6,46
6,45 - 6,40
6,39 - 6,35
6,34 - 6,30
6,29 - 6,24

pH
(average value)

°T

6,72
6,68
6,62
6,55
6,49
6,43
6,37
6,32
6,25

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18
19
20
21
22
23
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Variations
Pasteurize milk
6,68 - 6,64
6,63 - 6,58
6,57 - 6,52
6,51 - 6,46
6,45 - 6,40
6,39 - 6,35
6,34 - 6,30
6,29 - 6,24
6,23 - 6,19

pH
(average
value)
6,66
6,61
6,55
6,49
6,43
6,37
6,32
6,26
6,21

MILK CONDUCTIVITY - ADDITIONAL INFORMATIO:
Conductivity (or Electrolytic Conductivity) is defined as the ability of a substance to conduct electrical current. It is the reciprocal of the resistivity.
In a healthy animal*, the mean value of electric conductivity is:
• cow milk - between 4 to 6 mS/cm (18°C);
• sheep milk - between 3 to 5 mS/cm (18°C);
• buffalo - between 2,5 to 5 mS/cm (18°C);
*These values depend on the geographical region, the race and on other factors.
Milk conductivity changes on the concentration of ions in the milk:
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• Added salts increase the ion's concentration. Milk conductivity increases.
• Added water, sugar, proteins, insoluble solids decrease the ion's concentration.
Milk conductivity decreases.
• Significantly extreme value (6,5 - 13,00 mS/cm (18°C)) should indicate the development of mastitis. Infections damage the tissue of the udder. This allows sodium and chlorine ions from the blood to be released into the milk. The concentration of ions in the milk is thereby raised, and it can more easily conduct an electrical current - the conductivity of the milk increases.
• Milk conductivity can be used as a test of grade of water evaporation in production of condense milk.
• Milk conductivity change notifies of powder (dry) milk solution rate.

SOME REASONS
DEVIATIONS

FOR

EKOMILK

ACCURACY

AND

REPEATABILITY

Below are described some reasons that may worsen the accuracy and repeatability of the EKOMILK Analyzers measurement results. Some information about the way to avoid these problems is provided as well.
1. Aired milk - this is milk with a lot of tiny air bubbles inside. This air bubbles are very small and it takes long time - from one to more than 10 or even 20 hours for these air bubbles to get out of the milk. This time depends on the milk parameters and mainly on the milk Fat contents - the higher milk fat contents is the longer time is required for the air bubbles to get out of the milk. The ultrasonic method is not suitable for aired milk testing since the measurement results are with significant deviations from the real values and even in some particular cases the measurement can not be completed successfully.
The milk becomes aired usually during the milk processing - milking, homogenization,
UHT etc. but it can be aired even when the milk sample is mixed if this is made by hard continuous shaking. This is why the sample should be mixed smoothly and carefully. There are two known methods that allow aired milk to be quickly recovered. The first method requires the measuring mug with the milk sample to be processed for about
10 to 15 seconds in an ultrasonic cleaning machine. The cavitation phenomena of the powerful ultrasonic field removes the air bubbles almost instantaneously. The other method requires the milk sample to be put under pressure - several kg/cm2 for about 10 to 20 seconds. Unfortunately as you may note both methods require additional equipment but as long as there are small inexpensive ultrasonic cleaning machines commercially available it is easier to apply the first method if necessary.
2. Milk acidity - The ultrasonic method requires the milk sample to be warmed during the measurement process. In case the milk has an increased acidity a milk coagulation may occur when the milk is warmed and the measurement results will have significant deviations from the real values and even in some particular cases the measurement can be not completed successfully. For your reference the milk

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acidity of the milk sample must be less than 25°T for cow, buffalo and goat milk and less than 28°T for sheep milk.
Another issue is the milk coagulation contaminates the ultrasonic sensor and it must be properly cleaned then.
3. Separated milk fat - If you try to test cool (refrigerated) milk which has some milk fat/cream separated you will probably get wrong result especially for the milk fat contents. In this case you need to warm up the milk up to 40 - 42°C first, mix the milk in order to solve the separated fat, the cool it down to 20 - 25°C and then you can test it with the EKOMILK Analyzer.
4. Contaminated milk - Any solid particle with a size above 0.5mm may cause measurement result deviations. This is why we recommend the milk sample to be filtered before it is tested if there is a doubt the milk is contaminated.
5. Milk preservatives - The milk preservatives change the measurement results.
Usually the result deviation is not big but it’ll depend on the particular preservative used. 6. Adulterated milk - The measurement results may significantly differ from the real milk parameters if the milk contains some additives - salt, sugar, urea etc.
7. Contaminated sensor - During the normal work of the EKOMILK analyzers some solid deposits are laid on the ultrasonic sensor walls. In case the analyzer is not regularly and properly cleaned these deposits are gradually accumulated and the measurement results begin to differ from the real milk parameters. This is why it is very important the milk analyzers to be always properly cleaned in accordance with their cleaning procedure.
8.
Power supply - The power supply can also cause problems with the measurement results accuracy and repeatability. Generally this can happen if the power supply voltage is out of the specified range (220/110V +10 -15%) or if the power supply line is too noisy - especially if there is a powerful equipment working nearby and connected to the same power supply line.

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ERROR’S LIST
ERROR
MASSAGE
MOTOR
ERROR

EMPTY
CAMERA

TYPE
Motor

Measuring system Air bubble in the measuring sensor or measuring system contaminated or damaged Measuring system Milk sample’s temperature above the spec.
Measuring system contaminated or damaged ERROR 02

HOT SAMPLE

PROBLEM &
CAUSES
Motor damage

REMEDY
Motor damage. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
Meanwhile you may use the
Analyzer in MOTOR OFF mode.
(see “Milk analysis without suction pump”).
1. Air bubble in the measuring sensor. Fill again the mug with the same milk sample and make a fresh start. 2. The suction system has some air leak.
Check the Plastic Plug position and fix it if it is necessary. If the Plastic Plug stays loose in the Syringe, replace the
Syringe.
If the problem still exists, test the analyzer in Motor off mode.
If no problem occurs in this mode, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Meanwhile you may use the Analyzer in MOTOR
OFF mode. (see “Milk analysis without suction pump”).
3. If the problem still exists, the measuring system is contaminated or damaged.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
1. The milk sample’s temperature is +above the spec.
Fill again the mug with proper temperature milk sample and make a fresh start.
2. If the problem still exists, the measuring system is contaminated or damaged.
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ERROR
MASSAGE

TYPE

PROBLEM &
CAUSES

REMEDY
Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
Re-enter the password

WRONG
PASSWORD
CAL OUT OF
RANGE

Calibration

Incorrect Password

Calibration

Attempt to enter a calibration value out of allowed limits. Attempt to enter a calibration value out of allowed limits.See
“Calibration values Saving”.
If a calibration value out of allowed limits is really needed, the measuring system is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.

FW
MISHMACH

Main procesor

Contact your dealer for repairs.

ERROR 03

Wrong PROM check sum
Measuring
system
Data collection

The Main processor is damaged PROM is damaged or erased.
Incorrect or lost data. (Stored data for suppliers and milk parameters was lost)

ERROR 06

ERROR 07

ERROR 09

ERROR 15

There is no communication between the main processor and PROM
Measuring
system

Wrong PROM check sum

PROM is burnt or not properly put in the socket

Reprogram PROM with correct value To correct this error you must refresh Analyzer’s memory.
Press MODE button, select with search buttons t,u SEND &
CLEAR, confirm with OK. The message PLEASE, WAIT... appears on the display while memory clearing is going on.
Wait for message TRANSFER
OK? Y and press OK to confirm the clearing procedure.
Message READY confirms that memory refresh process is completed. Change PROM.

The power supply voltage is below spec. Use proper power supply voltage value.

Measuring system out of order

Replace the out of order
Measuring System with a new one (see Assemblies Replacing
Procedures).
Switch off/on the analyzer and try again. If the problem still

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ERROR
MASSAGE

TYPE

ERROR
TIME & DATA
SETTING TIME

PROBLEM &
CAUSES
problem.
TIME & DATA Chip is not installed or does not work properly. Incorrect Time or
Date value.
Pump damage

CAL ERROR
41

pH calibration

CAL ERROR
43

pH calibration

Power supply trouble CAL ERROR
44

pH calibration

-pH electrode or termosensor is disconnected -pH Electrode damaged -Temperature probe damaged
-pH measuring system is damaged

CAL ERROR
46

pH calibration

Wrong buffer solution CAL ERROR
47

pH calibration

-pH measuring system is damaged

CAL ERROR
64

Conductivity calibration Pump damage

REMEDY exists, the PROM is damaged.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Check the TIME & DATA Chip
Enter right value
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Check the connections.
Activate or replace the out of order pH electrode with a new one - see “pH measurement Additional information”
Replace the out of order
Temperature probe with a new one. Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the pH measuring system is damaged is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
Fill the measuring mug with right buffer and repeat the calibration procedure.
Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
If the problem still exists, the pH measuring system is out of order. Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still
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ERROR
MASSAGE

TYPE

PROBLEM &
CAUSES

CAL ERROR
65

Conductivity calibration Wrong buffer solution CAL ERROR
66

Conductivity calibration Power supply trouble NO MEMORY
SPACE

Data collection

Attempt to enter a new record out of allowed number.

REMEDY exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs. Fill the measuring mug with conductivity buffer 5.02 (±0,5%) mS/cm (18±0,1°C) and repeat the calibration procedure.
Switch off the milk analyzer and switch it on after 10-15 sec.
Try again to calibrate the milk analyzer If the problem still exists, the Pump is out of order.
Contact your dealer to make the repairs.
The maximum number of records can be 120. If you try to write more records, NO
MEMORY SPACE error message appears on the display. In this case you must transfer the data to a computer and clear (empty) the Analyzer’s memory (See procedure described in section “Data transferring” - User’s Guide).

GUARANTEE
Guarantee is one full year. Guarantee is void if warranty labels are removed. Under no circumstance you should try to repair the Analyzer yourself, as this will invalidate the guarantee. The guarantee conditions for this analyzer are as defined by our representative in the country of sale.
Password:
Serial N:
Date:

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