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Kaye ValProbe RT - User Manual

Kaye ValProbe RT
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Kaye ValProbe
®
RT
User Manual
M5630-EN Rev. D
October 2022

Table of Contents

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Summary

Kaye ValProbe RT System

Introduction

Overview of the Kaye ValProbe RT system, its applications, and package contents.

Operational Description

Explains the system components (Base Station, Loggers, Console) and their communication.

Unpacking

Instructions for unpacking and verifying the contents of the Kaye ValProbe RT system.

Safety Information

Important safety precautions and warnings for using the Kaye ValProbe RT equipment.

Kaye ValProbe RT Hardware

Kaye ValProbe RT Loggers

Details on Temperature, Pressure/Temperature, and Humidity RT Loggers.

Data Collection

Explains how Loggers collect and store data, including sample rate and storage capacity.

Logger Battery

Information on the logger battery, replacement, and battery estimation.

Kaye ValProbe RT Base Station

Overview of the Base Station, its connections, battery backup, and LED indications.

ValProbe RT System Connections

Direct Ethernet Connection - Static IP

Steps for connecting the Base Station and Console via a direct Ethernet connection.

Network Ethernet Connection - DHCP

Procedure to configure the system for network connection using DHCP.

Resetting a Base Station

Instructions for initiating a factory reset of the Base Station.

Initial ValProbe RT Software Setup

Introduction

Overview of initial software setup steps including user accounts and policies.

Initial Log in as a Default System Administrator

Procedure for the initial login using default credentials and setting up policies.

Setting Up Initial Administrator using Local Security and Policies

Configuring initial administrator with local security and system policies.

Setting Up Initial Administrator using Active Director Security and Policies

Configuring initial administrator with Active Directory security and policies.

File Management

Overview

Explains the system's responsibility for data collection, reporting, and storage.

Sync Out

Procedure for copying data content from the console to a defined file location.

Sync In

Function to restore data from a file location to the console.

Archive

Process to move files to a location for archiving purposes.

Equipment

Equipment Assets

Displays all connected or manually created equipment assets.

Manually Adding Equipment Assets

Steps to add a new piece of equipment to the Equipment assets.

Calibration Reminder

Information on setting up calibration reminders and alerts for equipment.

Defining Assets

Overview

Introduction to the Asset Centric Data Management concept.

Asset Details Screen

Details on viewing and managing individual asset information.

Creating A New Asset

Procedure for entering a new asset into the ValProbe RT system.

Defining Study Setups

Initiating a New Setup

Steps to start creating or modifying a study setup.

Define Setup Screen

Details on defining descriptive information for a study setup.

Sensors Configuration Screen

Process for defining the number and type of sensors for a study.

Understanding Groups

Explanation of grouping sensors for analysis studies.

Assigning Sensors to Groups

Steps to assign sensors to groups and customize group headers.

Specifying Calculations

Defining calculations such as Statistical, Lethality, and Saturation.

Specifying Qualification Parameters

Setting qualification start/stop conditions and data storage options.

Reviewing and Saving a Setup

Process for reviewing and saving a created study setup.

Qualification Study

Overview

General information on running a qualification study.

Initiating a Qualification Study

Steps to prepare and initiate a qualification study.

Re-reading Loggers

Procedure for re-reading Loggers before programming with a new setup.

Mapping Sensors

Process of mapping specific Loggers and sensors to defined setup types.

Real Time Off Study

Option to run a study without real-time data display.

Qualification Study Start; Stop Conditions

Details on start/stop conditions for qualification and exposure.

Viewing Qualification Real-Time Displays

Overview of real-time and historical displays for study evaluation.

Live Monitoring Mode

Initiating Monitor Mode

Steps to connect to the Base Station and Loggers for live data display.

Live Monitoring Displays

Information on List and Graph displays for live monitoring.

Hardware Communications Connections

Checking communication connections between hardware components.

Sensor Verification

Introduction and Overview

Introduction to sensor verification, standards, and principles of operation.

Defining Verification Strategy and Criteria

Guidelines for defining verification strategy, criteria, and frequency.

Selecting the Proper Calibration Bath - Uncertainty

Importance of calibration bath selection for verification accuracy.

Creating a Verification Setup

Process for creating a verification setup before running a process.

Temperature Verification

Setup options for temperature verification.

Humidity Verification

Setup options for humidity verification.

Loading a Temperature Verification Setup

Steps to load a temperature verification setup.

Loading a Humidity Verification Setup

Steps to load a humidity verification setup.

Running a Sensor Verification

Procedure for running temperature and humidity sensor verifications.

Reasons for Verification Failure

Common reasons why sensor verification may fail.

Qualification Reports

Reports Overview

Overview of reporting utility for setup, calibration, and qualification.

Setup Report

Details documenting the configuration of a study setup.

Qualification Detailed Report

Provides complete details of sensor measurements and calculations.

Qualification Summary Report

Summarizes sensor measurements and calculations for each group.

Graph Reports

Tool to analyze data and create numerous graph reports.

Audit Trail Report

Captures system and operator actions for data integrity.

Spreadsheet Report

Generates an Excel file for data analysis and graphing.

Pass;Fail Report

Automated report analyzing qualification data against defined criteria.

Generating Qualification Reports

Steps to verify or edit parameters before generating reports.

Appendix A. Specifications

Kaye ValProbe RT System

Specifications for the Kaye ValProbe RT system including RF and data parameters.

Kaye ValProbe RT Base Station

Technical specifications for the Kaye ValProbe RT Base Station.

Kaye ValProbe RT Logger

Specifications for Kaye ValProbe RT Loggers including accuracy and environmental ratings.

Kaye ValProbe RT Temperature Logger

Measurement accuracy, environmental ratings, and sensor details for temperature loggers.

Kaye ValProbe RT Std Temperature Logger

Specifications for standard temperature loggers, including accuracy and ranges.

Kaye ValProbe RT Pressure Temperature Logger

Measurement accuracy for pressure and temperature loggers.

Kaye ValProbe RT Humidity Logger

Measurement accuracy and environmental ratings for humidity loggers.

Appendix B. Regulatory Compliance and Agency Approvals

Electrical Safety Approvals

Information on electrical safety certifications for the system.

Radio and EMC Certification Approvals

Details on FCC, ISED, and European Radio and EMC certifications.

Ingress Protection for Kaye ValProbe RT Logger

IP rating certification for the Kaye ValProbe RT Logger.

United States FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Complaint Software Application

Compliance of the software application with FDA 21 CFR Part 11.

Appendix C. Environnemental Compliance

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

Information on the WEEE directive and proper disposal of equipment.

Battery Disposal

Guidelines for the proper disposal and recycling of batteries.

Appendix D. Warranty and Returns:

Warranty Information

Details on the manufacturer's warranty for the instrument.

Return Policy

Procedure for returning instruments for service or repair.

Kaye ValProbe RT Specifications

General IconGeneral
Temperature Accuracy±0.1°C
Resolution0.01°C
Enclosure MaterialStainless Steel
Data DownloadUSB
Probe TypeRTD
Power SupplyLithium Battery
Software CompatibilityKaye ValProbe Software