Berlinger Q-tag Quad User Manual

The berlinger Q-tag Quad is a highly accurate electronic temperature monitor designed for various applications. It features an easy-to-read display with a simple OK/alarm symbol system, allowing for immediate and clear decision-making. This device is ideal for monitoring sensitive goods, ensuring they remain within pre-set temperature parameters.

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User Manual Q-tag
Quad
1 — Last update: Apr 19, 2021
Berlinger &amp; Co. AG
Copyright &copy; 2021 Berlinger &amp; Co. AG
Table of Contents
1. Home .................................................................................................................................................. 1
2. Standard Version and Version Start ................................................................................................. 2
3. Alarm explanation ............................................................................................................................. 3
4. Operating instructions ...................................................................................................................... 4
4.1. State of delivery / Sleep Mode.................................................................................................... 5
4.2. Activation of the Q-tag Quad ...................................................................................................... 6
4.3. Start delay time (optional) .......................................................................................................... 7
4.4. Temperature recording ............................................................................................................... 8
4.5. Display indication during temperature recording ......................................................................... 9
4.6. End of temperature recording / Stop Mode (only for standard Version)..................................... 10
5. Explanation of terms ....................................................................................................................... 11
6. Expiry Code Explanation................................................................................................................. 12
7. Important Information ..................................................................................................................... 13
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1. Home
Q-tag Quad: As simple as life should be
Internationally recognized symbols like the ok and the alarm symbol show the alarm state clearly. The Qtag Quad is a highly accurate electronic temperature monitor. It is 100% calibrated and has a measuring
accuracy of &plusmn; 0.5&deg;C. The temperature measurements are made every minute over the entire monitoring
time. Swiss quality in a compact format!
Up to 4 different alarm settings can be programmed for temperatures between –25&deg;C to +50 &deg;C. Alarms
are individually set to meet customer requirements. Take control!
• User friendly, reliable and as accurate as a Swiss watch
• Individual alarms programmed to customer specifications
• Immediate and easy decision-making at a glance, thanks to a simple OK/alarm display
Technical Specification
Product Information Overview
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2. Standard Version and Version Start
Standard Version
(Start and Stop)
Version Start
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3. Alarm explanation
ALM 1
Single-event alarm “high”
ALM 2
Cumulative alarm “high”
ALM 3
Cumulative alarm “low” or “high”
ALM 4
Single-event alarm “low”
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4. Operating instructions
Table of Contents
• State of delivery / Sleep Mode
• Activation of the Q-tag Quad
• Start delay time
• Temperature recording
• Display indication during temperature recording
• End of temperature recording / Stop Mode
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4.1. State of delivery / Sleep Mode
Q-tag Quad is shipped in its so-called “Sleep Mode”. This
will be observed by the constantly flashing dot (running
indicator) on the display.
Note: In sleep mode, no data will be recorded.
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4.2. Activation of the Q-tag Quad
Please always verify the expiry date prior to using any device (see Expiry Code Explanation).
The device is activated by pressing the START- button
for at least 2 seconds.
The active recording is shown by the
the flashing dot on the display.
(OK symbol) and
Note (only for standard Version):
Prior to start make sure that the device is not yet activated, otherwise it will stop. To avoid accidental
deactivation of the device, the stop function is locked for about 1 minute after the activation.
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4.3. Start delay time (optional)
If a start delay time has been programmed, it will be activated the moment you press the START-button
for at least 2 seconds. The start delay time is not visible. Temperature recording will only start after
completion of the start delay time.
Note: To avoid accidental deactivation of the device, the stop function is locked during the start delay
time.
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4.4. Temperature recording
Placing the Q-tag Quad
The activated monitor must be placed immediately in its predetermined location. It is recommended to
place the device as close to the supervised goods as possible. This is an important prerequisite to
ensure the temperatures observed by the device are as close to the product temperature as possible.
Note: It is recommended to “precondition” the device for about 30 minutes to the desired mean
temperature before use, especially if no start delay time has been programmed. This is to insure against
false readings during start up.
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4.5. Display indication during temperature
recording
Display examples of temperature recording:
OK Display
An
(OK symbol) is indicated during normal operation
as long as no alarms have been recorded.
The monitored goods have not been exposed to
temperature and time conditions outside the pre-set
alarm parameters
ALARM Display
This
(OK symbol) will be replaced by an
(ALARM
symbol) as soon as any alarm has been triggered.
Additional arrows are shown in the left display area to
indicate which limit has been violated.
The monitored goods have been exposed to temperature
and time conditions outside the pre-set alarm
parameters. The ALARM indication cannot be cancelled
nor reset
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4.6. End of temperature recording / Stop
Mode (only for standard Version)
The Q-tag Quad may be stopped if the recording shall be finished, e.g. if a shipment has reached its final
destination.
To do so, the STOP-button shall be pressed for at least 2 seconds. The running indicator disappears. A
(OK symbol) or a
(ALARM symbol) and alarm flags remain stable for at least 3 month.
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5. Explanation of terms
Sleep Mode
This is the state of delivery of the device. It is the lowest current consumption state of the Q-tag Quad.
The device is not activated and no data recording is made.
Start delay time (optional)
The start delay is an optional functionality. If a start delay has been factory preset, the Q-tag Quad starts
recording the temperature after the completion of the start delay time.
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6. Expiry Code Explanation
Sample: EXP 2017-02
Means that the expiry date of the Q-tag Quad is February 2017
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7. Important Information
Activation / Manipulation
The Q-tag Quad is activated by pressing the START-button for more than 2 seconds. To avoid
manipulation this activation process cannot be reversed. If a device has been started by mistake it must
be replaced.
Liability
The manufacturer shall not be held liable:
• if the device was used beyond the manufacturer’s given limitations.
• for any claims due to the improper storage and use of the device.
• for any problems with the temperature controlling and / or cooling unit.
• for the bad quality of any monitored goods.
• for incorrect readings if the device was used beyond its expiry date.
Battery
The Q-tag Quad contains a CR Lithium battery. Please pay strict attention to the following points:
• The housing of the Q-tag Quad must never be opened nor destroyed.
• Do not expose the Q-tag Quad to temperatures above the allowed range (fire, oven, micro waves,
etc.). It may cause injuries.
• Always keep the Q-tag Quad out of the reach of children.
• The battery complies with IATA DGR Packaging Instruction 970 Section II and is therefore not
considered as dangerous good.
• Dispose or recycle the Q-tag Quad in accordance with the WEEE 2012/19/EU guidelines or your
local regulations. The device may also be returned to the manufacturer for proper recycling.
• The end of the battery life is indicated by the expiry date of the device. Accuracy and proper
function of the device cannot be assured beyond this date.
Useful life
The devices can be used up to 5 years after production date (expiry date printed on label) on the
condition that:
• the button is not pressed for very long time, e.g. if jammed between the goods in a shipment.
• storage and operation of the device remains inside the recommendations of the manufacturer,
especially very low temperatures shall be avoided.
Attention
The Q-tag Quad monitors temperature exposure and not the product quality. Its purpose is to signal if
product quality evaluation or testing is required.
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Subject to change. Please note that all information in this document is correct at the time of publication.
Due to our policy of continuous product development, we reserve the right to change this information
without prior notice.
Regulatory certification
Manufactured by:
Berlinger &amp; Co. AG
Mitteldorfstrasse 2
9608 Ganterschwil
SWITZERLAND
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Key features

Accurate temperature monitoring
Up to 4 alarm settings
Simple OK/alarm display
Swiss quality
Compact format

Frequently asked questions

Press and hold the START button for at least 2 seconds. The flashing dot on the display indicates that the device is active and recording data.

The ALARM symbol means that the monitored goods have been exposed to temperature and time conditions outside the pre-set alarm parameters. The alert is triggered by a violation of the programmed temperature limits and cannot be reset.

The expiry date is printed on the label of the device. It indicates the end of the battery life and the maximum time for which accuracy and proper function can be assured.

Press and hold the STOP button for at least 2 seconds. Only for devices with a Standard Version. The running indicator will disappear, and the OK or ALARM symbol will remain stable for at least 3 months.