CEM Oracle Owner's manual

Brand: CEM

Model: Oracle

Type: Owner's manual

ORACLE

Rapid NMR Fat Analyzer

Manual

Contents

Safety

Safety Notations 1

Notice 1

Safety Overview 2

Introduction

Introduction 3

CEM QuikPrep Integrated Heater 4

CEM High Precision Heater Block 5

Instrument Components

ORACLE NMR Magnet and Processor box 6

SMART 6 (Only for SMART 6 users) 6

Hardware Installation

Unpack System 7

Balance Installation (optional) 10

ORACLE Station Installation 11

Heater Block Installation 11

Barcode Scanner Installation 11

Cable Connections 12

Software Overview 17

Software Icons 17

Header Icons 18

Main Menu 19

Manage Users

Add User 23

Edit/Delete User 23

Software Setup

Trac Film 25

System Setup 26

External Balance (If Applicable) 28

SMART 6 Connection 29

Sample Preparation

Sampling 34

Preparation 34

Weight 34

Glass Fiber Pads 34

Trac Film 34

Sample Preparation using the ORACLE Station

Sample Preparation using the ORACLE Station 36

Sample Removal 37

ORACLE Batch Testing with an Air or Vacuum Oven

Sample Preparation and Analysis 38

ORACLE Testing with a SMART 6

Create/Edit SMART 6 Method 42

Analyze Sample 42

Data Management

Internal Data Management 47

External Data Management 48

ORACLE Maintenance

Routine Maintenance 50

Maintenance Procedures

Air Filter Cleaning 51

Diagnostics 52

QC Tests 53

ORACLE Settings 55

Sample 55

System 56

Backup 57

Tools 57

Event Viewer 58

System Specifications

ORACLE System Specications 59

Warranty

Limited Warranty Information 60

Contact Information

CEM Corporation Headquarters 62

CEM International Subsidiaries 62

CEM Distributors 63

Safety

Safety Notations

This manual uses three safety alert words at points in the documentation where the user should be aware of

potential hazards. The safety alerts are shown in color-coded boxes. The three words–NOTE, CAUTION, and

WARNING–indicate differing levels of observation or action as described below:

NOTE

A NOTE is intended to provide emphasis of procedures that may be misinterpreted or overlooked, or to

otherwise clarify confusing situations.

CAUTION

A CAUTION is intended to provide essential information and to emphasize procedures which, if not strictly

followed, may result in improper instrument operation.

WARNING

A WARNING is intended to emphasize dangerous or hazardous conditions which may result in personal

injury to the user and damage or destruction of the instrument.

Notice

The following precautions should be observed to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy if

using the SMART 6 Moisture/Solids Analyzer:

• Do not tamper with the safety interlocks. The SMART 6 is equipped with three safety interlocks which

prevent the instrument from producing microwave power if the cover is open.

• Do not place any object between the SMART 6 cavity and the cover, or allow soil or cleaner residue to

accumulate on sealing surfaces.

• Do not operate the instrument if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the instrument cover close

properly and that there is no damage to the cover (bent), hinges and latch (broken or loosened), or sealing

surfaces of the SMART 6.

• The instrument should only be adjusted or repaired by qualied service personnel.

The following precautions should be observed to avoid instrument-induced electromagnetic interference:

• The possibility of instrument-induced electromagnetic interference (EMI) is minimal if the precautions

outlined above are followed.

• The ORACLE should not be placed close to any electrical device susceptible to EMI.

• If the SMART 6 is suspected of inducing EMI, please contact the CEM Service Department to perform a

Microwave Leakage Test.

This instrument utilizes high voltages and microwave radiation.

• Instrument service and repair should be performed only by those trained in repair and maintenance of high

2Safety

voltage and microwave power systems.

• If the ORACLE or SMART 6 are used in a manner not specied by CEM Corporation, protections provided by

the systems may be impaired.

Safety Overview

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, CEM cannot accept liability

of any kind for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this manual. The nal determination

of the suitability and proper use of the instrument described herein, the accuracy of the information and data

obtained from such use, and whether such use infringes any patents or the legal safeguards of others are the sole

responsibility of the user.

WARNING

To avoid degradation of the ORACLE magnet performance, or operator injury, do not place ferromagnetic

items (e.g. mechanical tools) near the magnet. Magnets can attract ferrous objects, turning them into

projectiles and causing injury.

To prevent injury from high voltages, do not remove instrument covers or components unless you are

trained in the repair of high voltage instruments. All components of this instrument utilize high voltages.

Instrument service and repair should be performed only by those highly trained in repair and maintenance

of high voltage and microwave power systems.

Samples that can be considered ammable, corrosive, poisonous, or explosive must be discussed with the

Process Applications group at CEM Corporation prior to analysis in the ORACLE. Failure to obtain approval

from CEM Corporation can create a dangerous testing environment and will void any warranty.

When using the SMART 6, analyzing solvents or products containing harmful volatiles requires the

connection of an exhaust hose to the exhaust assembly located on the rear of the instrument. The

exhaust hose must lead to an approved fume containment or ventilation system.

Proper handling of dangerous materials must be followed based on the SDS (Safety Data Sheets) of the

material to ensure a safe testing environment.

Certain pace makers and other magnetically sensitive prosthetic devices may be affected by magnetic

elds used in the ORACLE. It is recommended that users with these prosthetics do not approach the

ORACLE within 11 in (0.3m).

The ORACLE is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, and should not be placed close to any

electrical device that emits EMI. If there are any uncertainties to the level of EMI being emitted by a nearby

instrument, please contact CEM about the options available for ensuring an optimal testing location.

Introduction

The ORACLETM Universal Fat Analyzer offered by CEM utilizes proprietary nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)

signal gathering to accurately measure the fat content of any product without the need for method development.

The ORACLE is the rst rapid, non-destructive technology able to provide a primary fat analysis, as opposed to

the secondary analysis techniques employed by other rapid technologies (i.e. NIR, FT-IR, FT-NIR, and traditional

TD-NMR). Once a sample is dried to remove any free moisture that may cause interference, the ORACLE then

conditions the sample to an optimal temperature using a stand-alone heater block or the internal QuikPrepTM

heater. The NMR then sends a pulse of radio-frequency energy through the sample, causing any hydrogen protons

specic to fat molecules to generate a response signal. This signal is recorded and calculated to represent the

percent of total fat in the sample, typically taking less than 45 seconds for the entire process.

The ORACLE consists of an NMR magnet to perform the fat analysis, an electronics box (listed as processor box)

for controlling and storing system settings and data, and may also include a SMART 6 Moisture/Solids Analyzer

for rapid moisture analysis and sample drying prior to testing in the magnet. The ORACLE utilizes a touchscreen

for intuitive testing and data maintenance, and employs the use of internal diagnostics to ensure full system

functionality.

ORACLE is the rst rapid fat analysis system that requires no method/channel development and directly analyzes

fat/oil in food samples. The system is rapid (45 second analysis), requires no solvents or chemists, and prevents

operator to operator error and is not prone to potential issues encountered during wet reference chemistry. Since

ORACLE is a direct technique and measures the entire sample, there are no costly method recalibrations or

method development required. Once installed, the ORACLE is ready to accurately and repeatably measure fat/oil in

any unknown food sample.

Despite the word “nuclear” in the name, NMR does not use or generate radiation. The word “nuclear” in NMR

refers to the instrument’s ability to analyze the nuclei of the sample.

4Introduction

CEM QuikPrep Integrated Heater

For users that require a rapid analysis as well as an accurate result, every ORACLE comes equipped with the

QuikPrep integrated heater system in order to reduce temperature conditioning times for a single sample from 30

minutes to less than 1 minute. This patented technique is only offered by CEM, and gives the user the exibility to

quickly get a single result for faster process control and formulation changes.

The QuikPrep heater includes a sensor to immediately determine when a sample has been placed in the heating

area, ensuring each sample heats for the exact time required and reducing the potential for human error. Once

the sample has been fully heated, a solenoid is activated to automatically drop the sample into the magnet at the

optimal temperature, providing the best results in the fastest time possible. The heater is also equipped with LED

lights that will blink or change color to easily indicate certain ORACLE functions throughout the testing process.

Introduction

CEM High Precision Heater Block

Consistent sample temperature is a critical component of an accurate and repeatable results in the ORACLE.

In order to ensure that every sample analyzed in the ORACLE is at the proper sample temperature, CEM has

developed and provides their own High Precision Heater Block. Standard market heater blocks can have

temperature differences of up to 3°C between each individual hole, which would lead to poor results. CEM’s High

Precision Heater Block utilizes a form-tted insulator in order to reduce the temperature difference by 90%, down to

0.3°C, as well as a newly designed heating component that better ts the ORACLE tubes.

Samples are typically conditioned for a minimum of 60 minutes at the preset temperature. The results from

samples that are analyzed for shorter than 60 minutes cannot be guaranteed by CEM. If a more rapid temperature

conditioning is required, please refer to the QuikPrep section of the manual about the option to use the QuikPrep

integrated heater.

12 Place Heater Block

The 12 place heater is provided for users that use a SMART 6 system for rapid moisture analysis, then need to

condition their samples prior to analysis.

50 Place Heater Block

The 50 place heater is the ideal option for high throughput labs that may be analyzing hundreds of samples a day.

6Instrument Components

Instrument Components

ORACLE NMR Magnet and Processor box

ORACLE NMR Magnet

Quick Prep

Touch Screen USB Ports

Processor Box

SMART 6 (Only for SMART 6 users)

Printer

(optional)

Cavity

Balance Pan

Touch Screen

Power Inlet

Receptacle

Exhaust Port

Ethernet

Connection

USB Ports

Type B (2)

USB Ports

Type A (3)

Hardware Installation

Unpack System

NOTE

Inspect each component of the system for visual damage.

Retain all packing materials.

WARNING

If damage is noted, do not attempt instrument operation. If any instrument component has been damaged

in shipping, contact the freight carrier to report the damage and to le a damage report. Contact CEM

Service or the nearest subsidiary or distributor to request service information.

1. Select a location that:

• Provides a draft free, dust free, dry environment. The temperature of the room must be between 59 °F and

86 °F (15 °C - 30 °C). Temperature should not vary more than 5 ° per day. Relative humidity range should

be 0-85%. Take special care to avoid areas positioned directly underneath or in line with an air conditioner

or similar source of air drafts.

• Is free from vibration of large equipment and/or excessive walk-through trafc.

• Is capable of supporting the combined weight of the ORACLE magnet (120 lbs/55 kg) and, if applicable,

the ORACLE processor (37 lbs/17 kg) and SMART 6 (62 lbs/28 kg).

• Does not have a steel (iron) top. Materials such as wood, plastic, aluminum, or non-magnetic stainless

steel are suitable surfaces. Ensure that no steel support bar runs directly beneath the magnet. Any

cabinets directly beneath the magnet should be cleared of metallic materials (though the cabinets

themselves can be metallic).

• Provides adequate bench space for each component -

• ORACLE - 47" (120 cm) W x 30" (77 cm) D x 25" (64 cm) H

• Processor Module - 13" (33 cm) W x 16" ( 41 cm) D x 17" (44 cm) H

• Power Conditioner (at minimum 3' (1 m) away from magnet) - 12" (31 cm) W x 16.5" (42 cm) D x 9.5"

(25 cm) H

• SMART 6 (if applicable)- 13" (33 cm) W x 30” (77 cm) D x 25” (64 cm) H

• Additional space required for ORACLE Station, Heater block and sample preparation

• Allows the instrument to be connected to a dedicated, grounded outlet as specied in the instrument

specications and capable of accepting the plug of the power conditioner illustrated in this manual.

2. Carefully remove the ORACLE Processor from its shipping carton and, based on available space, place it on the

workbench, on a shelf above the workbench or on the oor under the workbench.

8Hardware Installation

Remove Processor Box Processor Box on Shelf above Workbench

Processor Box on Workbench beside Magnet Processor Box Under Workbench

NOTE

The processor box must be within 9 ft. (3 m) of the magnet.

3. Remove the six screws from the sides of the magnet shipping container and then lift the top from the shipping

container.

Hardware Installation

4. With two people positioned on the sides of the magnet container - one on each side - use the straps and

carefully lift the magnet from the skid and place it on the workbench. The magnet weighs approximately 120

pounds (55 kg).

5. Unpack the power conditioner and place it on the work bench or the oor as far away from the ORACLE magnet

as possible.

10 Hardware Installation

CAUTION

Ensure that the power conditioner is not placed within 2 feet of the ORACLE magnet to prevent

demagnetization of the magnet.

NOTE

The ORACLE power cords must be connected to electrical outlets and the power switches remain in the

“on” position at all times. After 10 minutes of idle time, the touchscreen assumes a “sleep” mode.

The power cord below is applicable to the U.S. only. Power cords for instruments installed in other

countries will be supplied based on electrical specications for the applicable country.

6. Plug the power cord of the power conditioner into the appropriate electrical outlet. Turn the power conditioner

on.

Balance Installation (optional)

1. Remove the plastic cover from the balance.

2. Place the balance on the workbench between the processor box (if applicable) and the power conditioner.

3. Plug the power cord from the balance into one of the receptacles of the power conditioner.

Hardware Installation

ORACLE Station Installation

1. Place the roll of Trac lm on the roller.

2. Place the roller and Trac lm in the ORACLE Station so that the lm will roll forward.

3. Place the ORACLE tubes in the openings of the back of the ORACLE Station.

4. Place the sample tamper into one of the openings on the top of the ORACLE Station.

5. Place the sample removal tool into the clips on the right side of the ORACLE Station (facing unit).

Heater Block Installation

Every ORACLE will be supplied with a high precision CEM heater block to use for the temperature conditioning of

samples or the heating of the various standards that are used to conrm the ORACLE’s functionality.

1. Unbox the heater block and place it near the ORACLE, either on a shelf or the benchtop.

2. Plug the heater block into a standard wall outlet.

3. Power the heater block on, and use the arrows to set the temperature to 44.2 °

4. Place the Oil Standard and Normalization Standard into the heater block. The heater block should remain on at

all times to ensure consistent heating of these standard tubes.

Barcode Scanner Installation

1. Unbox the scanner and stand, following the included directions to connect the cable to the scanner and as-

semble the stand in a convenient area near the ORACLE system.

2. Plug the barcode scanner into any of the remaining USB outlets on the back of the Processor Box. Once con-

nected, the scanner is immediately ready to begin transmitting information to the ORACLE system.

12 Hardware Installation

Cable Connections

1. Plug the power cord of the power conditioner into the appropriate electrical outlet. Turn the power conditioner

on, conrming it is working by the green light on the front of the conditioner.

2. If using a SMART 6 for moisture analysis, rst refer to the SMART 6 Operations Manual for installation and

setup of the SMART 6.

3. Once installed, plug the SMART 6 power cord into the power conditioner. Wait until connecting all ORACLE

cables to connect the SMART 6 to the ORACLE processor box via the supplied green Ethernet cable, then pro-

ceed with powering the SMART 6 on.

4. Following steps 5-16, carefully connect each cable provided in the cable kit and accessory kit. Ensure that

each cable is connected properly. Use caution to prevent bending or damaging the pins of the connectors.

5. Connect the BNC cable to the processor box and magnet.

6. Connect the ground cable to the processor box and the magnet as illustrated. Ensure all washers are placed

back on the screw prior to adding the nut.

Hardware Installation

7. Connect the SMB long cable to the processor box and the magnet as illustrated below.

8. Connect the shim cable to the processor box as illustrated below.

9. Connect the crossover CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the processor box as illustrated below.

14 Hardware Installation

10. Connect the HDMI video cable to as illustrated below.

11. Connect the Tx crossover cable to the processor box as illustrated below.

12. Connect the USB cable to the ORACLE and to the processor box as illustrated below .

Hardware Installation

13. Connect the second USB cable to the ORACLE and processor box as illustrated below.

14. Connect the audio cable to the ORACLE and processor box as illustrated below.

15. Use the 1” loom provided to wrap each cable going from the ORACLE to the processor box.

16 Hardware Installation

16. Connect the Power cords to the ports on the back of the magnet and processor box. Plug both cords into the

Power Conditioner, then turn the green switch on the processor box to the ON position.

17. SMART 6 Connection ONLY: After following instructions to install the SMART 6 system in the SMART 6 manual

(do not plug the SMART 6 into the power conditioner), connect the SMART 6 to the ORACLE analyzer with the

CAT5 Ethernet cable provided as illustrated below.

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