38 Method - Create, Edit and Delete
3.4. Select the Standard or Ash options for analysis.
• Standard – Loss on Drying (LOD) analysis only for testing Moisture, Solids, or Volatile content. It
calculates the difference between initial weight and nal weight.
• Ash – After the SMART 6 step, place the sample in an ashing furnace, then return it to the SMART 6
for a nal weight measurement.
3.5. Designate the desired unit of measurement (Moisture or Solids) by toggling Calculation Mode. This will
be the unit displayed rst in databases and printouts, but both the Moisture and Solid value can be
accessed for any sample.
3.6. Once the Method Settings are chosen, select either the arrow in the bottom right corner of the screen
or the tab on the left of the screen to access Method Stages.
4. Select the “Stages” tab.