Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Liability

1. In no event shall ELPRO-BUCHS AG be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or losses, including lost profits and data, arising out of the use of your data loggers, sensors, accessories, software products or the information contained in the documentation.

2. ELPRO-BUCHS AG does not bear any responsibility for the installation of the software products.

3. ELPRO-BUCHS AG makes no warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the merchantability and fitness of your products for any particular purpose.

4. In the interest of our clientele, we reserve the right to make changes and discontinuations due to technical advances. Therefore functionality, schemes, descriptions and scope of delivery can be changed without prior notice!

5. Because some countries or states do not allow the limitation of the term implied warranty or disclaimer of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions may not apply to every purchaser. If any provision of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, it will not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.

6. ELPRO-BUCHS AG accepts no liability for transport damage or any consequential damage resulting therefrom.

7. In general, the legal provisions of Switzerland apply. The place of jurisdiction is the district court of Werdenberg-Sarganserland

Warranty

• The warranty obligations are limited, at ELPRO-BUCHS AG's discretion, to the repair, refund of the purchase price, repair free of charge or replacement of a defective product returned to ELPRO-BUCHS AG or a reseller approved by ELPRO-BUCHS AG within the warranty period.

• There is no entitlement to free "on-site customer support" by an employee of ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

• The warranty extends only to the original purchaser or end user and customers of a reseller authorized by ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

• Resellers approved by ELPRO-BUCHS AG are not authorized to provide a greater or other warranty on behalf of ELPROBUCHS AG.

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG grants a warranty period of 24 months on the following new products:

  • Data logger

  • Brackets

  • Accessories, except sensors and third-party products

• This warranty applies to material defects or production defects.

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG grants a warranty period of 6 months for the following products and services:

  • All service work and repairs

  • Temperature sensors

  • Humidity sensors

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG grants a warranty period of 90 days that the medium on which the software product was delivered is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal conditions. The software product conforms in all material respects to the operating instructions and the information in the help file.

• The warranty does not apply to consumables, disposable batteries or any other product which, in the opinion of ELPRO-BUCHS Ltd:

  • abused

  • changed

  • replaced by a wrong product

  • has been operated and damaged outside the specification due to accident or operating or handling conditions.

• Wear and tear, cable breakage and corrosion cannot be claimed under warranty.

• For third-party products, ELPRO-BUCHS AG grants at most the warranty period of the manufacturer.

• For discontinued products, ELPRO-BUCHS AG provides warranty work and customer support only for a limited period of time.

• Warranty repairs are generally only carried out at the factory (ELPRO-BUCHS AG) or at an agency recognized by the factory.

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG does not provide any warranty regarding the standard or SCS calibration of the data loggers and sensors. The specified data correspond to the situation during the calibration process

Software

1. The software products of ELPRO-BUCHS AG are subject to internal quality regulations and are regularly validated within the factory. In the event of any program errors, bypassing the error is considered as elimination.

2. Software operating instructions do not contain instructions on the basic operation of a computer or on basic functions of the Windows® operating system. For information on how to operate your computer or operating system, please refer to the appropriate manuals for your computer

Data loggers, sensors and accessories

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG uses the highest quality standards and a certified quality management system according to ISO 9001 for the production of data loggers and their accessories.

• For information on the operation of the data loggers and their accessories, please refer to the corresponding product documentation provided by ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

• When installing data loggers, sensors and accessories, the locally applicable installation regulations must be observed.

• For applications in potentially explosive atmospheres, the zone assignment specified by ELPRO-BUCHS AG as well as the application and safety instructions must be strictly observed.

• In the event of a warranty claim, the customer will receive a repair cost estimate from ELPRO-BUCHS AG in order to issue the appropriate authorization before work commences.

• Transport costs for a repair at ELPRO-BUCHS AG will be borne by the customer. DAP (value added tax) will be borne by ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

• ELPRO-BUCHS AG reserves the right to charge the purchaser for costs of repairs/parts replacement.

• After repair, the product will be returned to the buyer with return shipping charges billed to the buyer (FOB shipping location).

Trademark

• All listed company and product names and their trademarks are the protected property of their respective owners.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT WILL VOID THE ETSI / FCC APPROVAL TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC REGULATIONS AND RSS-210 INDUSTRY CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THE PROUDUCT MUST NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE. (2) THE PROUDUCT MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Open	This product is subject to CE marking. The manufacturer guarantees the conformity of this product to the corresponding directives: EN 61000-6-2 : 2001 and EN 61000-6-4 : 2001
Open	FCC ID: Z45-E11645398 IC: 9954A-E11645398
	This product is subject to UKCA marking. The manufacturer guarantees the conformity of this product to the corresponding UKCA guidelines.
	This product complies with the regulatory requirements specified by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) in Japan, as outlined in the applicable standards and regulations.
	This product complies with the regulatory requirements specified by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) for Radio-Networking Equipment (R-NZ), as outlined in the applicable standards and regulations.
	This product complies with the regulatory requirements specified by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) in Singapore, as outlined in the applicable standards and regulations.
	This product must be disposed of in accordance with WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment, 2002/ 96/EC)

1. Safety Instructions

Intended Use

All electrical devices produced by ELPRO are intended for commercial use („business to business“).

Environmental Conditions

Battery

Do not remove or exchange battery. Material safety data sheet according to provisions of directive 91/155/EEC and shipping information are available from ELPRO. Do not subject the batteries to mechanical stress nor dismantle them. The leaking battery fluid is highly corrosive and can generate severe heat when it comes into contact with moisture or it can ignite fire.

Safe Use

Ordinary people may install and operate the device without further safeguards.

Radio Equipment

This equipment emits radiated power: LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66 maximum power: 23 dBm

2. Quick Start

1. Visit the elproCLOUD login, tipe in your credentials or register a new account.

2. Click on “Add Sensor” and tipe/scan the logger ID. Set the configuration you want the data logger to work with by clicking through steps 1-5.

3. Once you have finished the configuration, press the Start button for 3s. LIBERO G will operate in the set configuration and is ready for use.

4. Place LIBERO G in your application and monitor the captured data in elproCLOUD.

5. Upon arrival at the destination, the recipient can simply scan the QR code on LIBERO G to read the loggers data.

6. Detailed and video supported instructions for the configuration of LIBERO G in the elproCLOUD and further information can be found on the ELPRO online knowledge base.

3. System Overview

The LIBERO Gx realtime data logger family described in this document are used for temperature monitoring. The measured values are transmitted via the cellular network to a monitoring software (elproCLOUD) which stores and analyzes the data, provides alerts if alarm limits are violated, and generates reports. The system provides superior visibility and transparency in meeting GxP requirements. The sensor-based monitoring software is easily accessible via a web browser and is also used to configure the devices.

The following pages cover the key functionality of the Wireless data logger (LIBERO GS/GL/GF/GE/GF ext/GH) For more detailed software support, please visit our online knowledge base:

Support & Knowledge Base | elproCLOUD

3.1 LIBERO Gx Series

For technical specifications: please go to Support & Knowledge Base | LIBERO G

 4. Functionality and Modes

Unless otherwise noted, the following information applies to all LIBERO Gx models.

After configuration of the data logger, measured values for temperature and relative humidity (LIBERO GH only) are recorded, stored and evaluated in regards to the defined alarm criteria. The display shows the current mode.

4.1 Elements

4.1.1 Generic elements

4.1.2 Device-specific elements

4.2 Display

4.3 States

LIBERO Gx devices are mainly used to monitor temperature-sensitive products throughout the entire supply chain. The device offers various configuration options. The device states are visualized below and further described in subsequent chapters. The workflow options may vary depending from configuration and device type (e.g. single use).

Shelflife

When delivered, the device is in SHELFLIFE state.

·         In this state, the device is not transmitting and the display is switched off.

·         By pressing the Info button (briefly), the battery level as well as the Start before Date / Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds, the device will activate communication

Configuration

In the CONFIG mode, the device connects immediately to elproCLOUD to retrieve the configuration. The display shows CONFIG.

·         When entering this state, the device communicates in a higher frequency for the first 30 minutes

·         After the receipt of the configuration, the device enters START mode immediately

·         By pressing the Info button the Start before Date / Expiry Date is visible

Start

When the display shows START, the device is configured properly and can be started according to the chosen start option.

·         By pressing the Info button the Profile information / configured info field / Start before Date / Expiry Date is visible

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device starts logging (TRANSIT or DELAY). The RUN icon on the display indicates a successful start.

The Start/Stop button is inactive for 2 minutes after start

To reconfigure a device, delete the sensor in the cloud and reset the device

Delay

Depending on the activation mode, the device will enter into DELAY or TRANSIT.

·         The display indicates the DELAY mode by showing DELAY.

if DELAY mode “press button to activate alarm limits” is configured, the display shows DELAY

if DELAY mode “time delay” is configured, the display shows the remaining time

·         By pressing the Info button the actual measurement value / configured info field are visible

Transit

In TRANSIT, the alarm limits are activated (if configured). The Alarm on/off icon appears (Alarm on).

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device enters ARRIVED mode. The RUN icon on the display disappears.

Ensure to pack the device as such that the start / stop button is not pressed accidentally

·         By pressing the Info button the second measurement value (for LIBERO GH/GE) / configured info field are visible

Pause

When the alarm limits are deactivated, the device will enter PAUSE mode. The Alarming on/off icon changes to Alarming off. The device remains logging and transmitting.

·         By pressing the Info button the second measurement value (for LIBERO GH/GE) / configured info field are visible

Arrived

After terminating the TRANSIT mode, the device will enter ARRIVED mode. The RUN icon on the display disappears. The device will still log and communicate (interval 2 hours) for 72 hours or until stopped.

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device enters STOP mode.

·         By pressing the Info button the measurement values / configured info field / Expiry Date are visible

Stop

In STOP mode, the device will not log any measurement data. The device first communicates at a faster interval (3 minutes) for 20 minutes to upload remaining buffered data, and then communicates at a reduced interval (12 hours) for 24 hours.

·         By pressing the Info button the configured info field / Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing the Menu button, the following menu options are available (select by pressing Menu button):

Sleep

After stop, the device is in SLEEP mode.

·         In this state, the device is not transmitting and the display is switched off.

·         By pressing the Info button (briefly), the battery level as well as the Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds, the device will activate communication and enter STOP mode.

4.3.1 Communication Behaviour

4.4 Menu

The LIBERO G family feature a menu to operate the device:

·         To enter the menu, press the Info/Menu button for at least three seconds

·         To switch between the menu options, press briefly the Info/Menu button

·         To select a menu item, press the Info/Menu button for at least three seconds. To confirm, a selected menu item blinks once.

·         to leave the menu:

All menu items and its availability are described in the table below (now menu available in SHELFLIFE / SLEEP mode)

5 Further instructions

The ELPRO Online knowledge base provides up-to-date help for the installation and commissioning of LIBERO Gx. Furthermore, a FAQ and video-supported entries provide support for the daily use of the devices.

Support & Knowledge Base | LIBERO G

5.1 Pairing procedure

5.2 Start before Date & Expiry Date

The Start before Date indicates the latest possible start of the device. The date (MMM/yyyy) is visible on the device label or via the display (before first device start)

• Device cannot be started afterwards (for Multi use devices: only applicable to initial start)

• ELPRO guarantees a mininal shelf life of 6 months to max. 12 months from delivery

The Expiry Date indicates the end of the runtime of the device. The date (MMM/yyyy) is visible via the display (> Menu) or in the Cloud. The runtime is calculated from the initial start date.

• Device stops automatically (logging and communication)

6. Accessories

6.1 Bracket

ELPRO offers an optional bracket BRA_LIBERO Gx, part number 802375, for mounting of data loggers if required, i.e. to containers for cryogenic applications. The bracket is made of solid ABS plastic to protect the data logger but not influence the communication. It consists of an upper and a lower part. The LIBERO is inserted into the lower holder from above.

6.2 External Pt100 Probes for LIBERO GE

LIBERO GE can be used for different applications, depending on the sensor element. ELPRO offers standard probes for three main applications:

·         Cryogenic shipments and storage

·         Dry ice shipments and storage

·         Freezer (-25 °C..-15°C, typical) / fridge (+2 °C..+8 °C) / ambient (+15 °C..+25 °C) shipments and storage

To ensure correct measurement values, do only use external sensor elements provided by ELPRO

6.2.1 Cryogenic shipments and storage

For cryogenic applications the LIBERO GE is usually mounted directly to the container or the container lid, using the optionally available bracket with the sensor leading into the tank. ELPRO offers an easy, turnkey service for mounting the assembly and calibration.

ELPRO offers three Pt100 standard probes for cryogenic applications with M8 connector in different lengths:

6.2.2 Dry ice shipments and storage

Also in dry ice applications, the LIBERO GE is usually attached to the outside of the container using the optionally available bracket and the sensor leads into the tank. ELPRO offers an easy, turnkey service for mounting the assembly and calibration.

For this application, ELPRO offers two standard probes with a probe length of 10 cm and Teflon cable in different lengths:

6.2.3 Freezer, fridge, ambient shipments and storage

For temperature monitoring of freezers, refrigerators or rooms, ELPRO offers two waterproof silicon Pt100 probes with different cable lengths as standard articles:

6.3 Extension of sensor cables

An extension cable with two M8 connectors at a length of 1m is also available to attach the data logger and the probe.

 ATTENTION:

Total cable length (including sensor and cable tail on the data logger) must not exceed 3 m!

If longer cables are needed for your application, please contact our Customer Success Team!

6.3 M8 Connector incl. mounting service

ELPRO offers a mounting service, adding an M8 connector to a Pt100 temperature sensor in order to use any 4-wire Pt100 probe in combination with LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext

7. ERROR codes & actions

Fur further Information and FAQ’s, visit our ELPRO Support Website LIBERO G - Support & Knowledge Base (elpro.com).

8. Disposal

9. Declaration of Conformity

9.1 EU Declaration

9.2 FCC/ISED Regulatory notices

9.3 UKCA Conformity