Readability (d) 1 kg
Weighing range (max) 2000 kg
Reproducibility 1 kg
Linearity ± 2 kg
Warm-up time 10 min
Recommended
adjustment weight (not
added) class
Allowable ambient
temperature
Humidity of air
Weighing Units kg, lb, oz
Electric Supply 220V-240V AC 50Hz
Rechargeable battery
Auto Off Options: 0, 3, 5, 15, 30 min
Net weight 125 kg
Fork height
Operating period background illumination OFF: 60h
0° C .... + 40° C
(not condensing)
Loading time: 15 h
1,5 t
(M1)
max. 95 %
6V 10 Ah
max: 200 mm
min: 85 mm
LCD-display
cipher height
4
52 mm
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Dimensions in mm:
2 Basic instructions about weighing system
2.1 Proper use
The weighing system you purchased is intended to determine the weighing value of
material to be weighed. It is intended to be used as a “non-automatic balance”, i.e.
the material to be weighed is manually and carefully placed in the centre of the
loading fork. As soon as a stable weighing value is reached the weighing value can
be read.
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2.2 Improper Use
Do not use the weighing system for dynamic weighing. In the event that small
quantities are removed or added to the material to be weighed, incorrect weighing
results can be displayed due to the “stability compensation“ in the weighing system.
(Example: Slowly draining fluids from a container on the weighing system.)
Do not leave permanent load on the loading fork. This may damage the measuring
system.
Impacts and overloading exceeding the stated maximum load (max) of the weighing
system, minus a possibly existing tare load, must be strictly avoided. The weighing
system could be damaged.
Never operate the weighing system in an explosive environment. The serial version is
not explosion protected.
Changes to the weighing system's design are not permitted. This may lead to
incorrect weighing results, safety-related faults and destruction of the weighing
system.
The weighing system unit may only be operated in accordance with the described
default settings. Other areas of use must be released by KERN in writing.
2.3 Warranty
Warranty claims shall be voided in case
• Our conditions in the operation manual are ignored
• The appliance is used outside the described uses
• The appliance is modified or opened
• Mechanical damage and damage caused by media, liquids
• natural wear and tear
• The appliance is improperly set up or incorrectly electrically connected
• The measuring system is overloaded
2.4 Monitoring of Test Resources
In the framework of quality assurance the measuring-related properties of the
weighing system and, if applicable, the testing weight, must be checked regularly.
The responsible user must define a suitable interval as well as type and scope of this
test. Information is available on KERN’s home page (www.kern-sohn.com) with
regard to the monitoring of balance test substances and the test weights required for
this. In KERN’s accredited DKD calibration laboratory test weights and balances may
be calibrated (return to the national standard) fast and at moderate cost.
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3 Basic safety notes about weighing system
3.1 Pay attention to the instructions in the Operation Manual
Carefully read this operation manual before setup and
commissioning, even if you are already familiar with KERN
balances.
3.2 Personnel training
The appliance may only be operated and maintained by trained personnel.
4 Transport and storage
4.1 Testing upon acceptance
When receiving the appliance, please check packaging immediately, and the
appliance itself when unpacking for possible visible damage.
4.2 Packaging / return transport
• Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possibly
required return.
• Only use original packaging for returning.
• Prior to dispatch disconnect all cables and remove
loose/mobile parts.
• Reattach possibly supplied transport securing devices.
• Secure all parts such as the glass wind screen, the weighing
platform, power unit etc. against shifting and damage.
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5 Unpacking, Setup and Commissioning
5.1 Assembly of the pallet truck scale
5.1.1 Drawbar
The drawbar is delivered separated from the hydraulic lifting device. Prior to
commissioning the two components must be connected to each other. Details see
below.
Ö Turn out screw for hydraulic
adjustment
Ö Pass the draw chain of the drawbar through the opening and after that through
the bolt in the pallet truck scale
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Ö Insert rod at the lower end of the
draw chain at the oblong hole of
the hydraulic lever till to the
stopper
Ö Fix the grab handle using 3
screws
Ö To start-up the lifting mechanism
screw down the adjustment screw
till to the preset stopper
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5.1.2 Display unit
Ö Loosen the screws at the side
Ö Display unit will be assembled to
the shown position
Ö For assembly ensure that the
cable is properly passed and not
damaged.
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Ö Screw-in 3 screws
Ö Again screw-in the side screws
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5.2 Proper use of the lifting device
Ö Lower the loading fork
Ö Move the load
Ö Lift the loading fork
5.3 Installation site, location of use of the weighing system
The weighing system is designed to achieve reliable weighing results under normal
conditions of use.
You will work accurately and fast, if you select the right location for your weighing
system.
Therefore, observe the following for the installation site:
• The load must be lifted clear of the display unit’s case and other pallets.
Incorrect lifting of a load
Correct lifting of a load
• The accuracy of the weighing system is falling by approximately 0.1 % per degree
if there is a slant of more than 2°. Holes and unevenness, too, have this effect. A
smooth floor is ideal.
• Optimum accuracy in weighing results is achieved if the load centre is between
the forks. The forks are easily bent and twisted when the load is off-centre. This
may result in diminished accuracy.
In verifiable models off-centre loads, or slants affecting accuracy, activate the
inclination switch which in turn disconnects the display.
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Load
Pallet
Non-optimal positioning of load
Optimal positioning of load
• Temperature range: The maximum deviation for 0.1% of the weighed load is
between -10 and +40°C. Outside this temperature range deviations of up to 0.3%
may occur.
• Avoid jarring during weighing
• Protect the weighing system against high humidity, vapours and dust
• Do not expose the device to extreme dampness for longer periods of time. Non-
permitted condensation (condensation of air humidity on the appliance) may occur
if a cold appliance is taken to a considerably warmer environment. In this case,
acclimatize the disconnected appliance for ca. 2 hours at room temperature.
• Major display deviations (incorrect weighing results) may be experienced should
electromagnetic fields (e.g. due to mobile phones or radio equipment), static
electricity accumulations or instable power supply occur. Change location or
remove source of interference.
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5.4 Scope of delivery
Serial accessories:
Pallet truck
scales
Drawbar
Screws
Shims
Hexagonal
socket wrench
Mains adapterBattery block
Operating
instructions
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5.5 Rechargeable battery operation
5.5.1 Rechargeable battery installation
Ö Screw-out 4 screws at the reverse
of the display unit and remove the
cover of the battery compartment
Ö Connecting the rechargeable
battery
Watch the colours:
Red on red and
Black on black!
Ö Re-insert the cover of the battery
compartment and screw-in the 4
screws
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To economize the rechargeable battery, the weighing system switches off
automatically x minutes after a finished weighing as preset in menu item „F3 oFF“
(chap. 9.2).
If the capacity of the rechargeable battery is soon exhausted, in the display appears
the battery symbol . The weighing system remains ready for operation for an
other 30 minutes, after that it switches off automatically to economize the
rechargeable battery.
To load the rechargeable battery, connect the delivered power pack, the weighing
system needs not to be switched on. After 15 hours the rechargeable battery is
completely loaded.
Left next to the display window there is a LED , which illuminates during the
loading process.
5.6 Commissioning
Prior to starting-up the weighing system, load the rechargeable battery completely.
To activate the weighing system, press the key.
The operating temperature for the electronic system and the weighing cells will have
been reached after three to five minutes. Prior to this, deviations of c. 0.3% are
possible.
Loads should not be lifted before this zero adjust is complete.
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5.7 Appliance overview
1
2
3
4
5
6
Display unit
Connection of mains adapter
Loading fork
Printer
Drawbar
Manual lever
(Hand lever + Drawbar = Lifting device)
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5.8 Overview of display
Capacity display rechargeable battery: Capacity of rechargeable battery
soon exhausted, see chap. 5.5
STABLE
The weighing system (incl. load) is stable
ZERO
GROSS
The weighing system is unloaded
The indicated weight has a negative value
The indicated value is a gross weight
NET
TARE
kg, lb,
oz.
M+
The indicated value is a net weight
One or several tare values have been saved
Weighing Units
Weight value(s) in sum memory
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5.9 Keyboard overview
Each key provides an operating as well as an input function.
Operating function Input function
Switch on or switch off
Zero-setting Confirm entry
Input of tare
• Enter pretare value (press
button long time)
• Call up the saved pretare
value (press button short
time)
-------------------------------------
Entering numeric values: Increases
the numeric value of flashing digit
by 1.
Entering numeric values: Moves
the flashing digit to the right by one
position
• Add value into sum
memory
• Printout
Change from gross weight to
tare weight
Weighing units switch-over Return to weighing mode
Actuation of a button is only accepted, when the load is stable
(and the stability display „STABLE“ is illuminated). The display unit
only carries out functions as long as the load is stable.
Entering numeric values: Moves
the flashing digit to the left by one
position
Entering numeric values:
Delete value
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6 Adjustment
As the acceleration value due to gravity is not the same at every location on earth,
each balance must be coordinated - in compliance with the underlying physical
weighing principle - to the existing acceleration due to gravity at its place of
location (only if the balance has not already been adjusted to the location in the
factory). This adjustment process must be carried out for the first commissioning,
after each change of location as well as in case of fluctuating environment
temperature. To receive accurate measuring values it is also recommended to
adjust the balance periodically in weighing operation.
Observe stable environmental conditions. A warming up time (see chapter 1) is
required for stabilization. Ensure that the system is not loaded. The system should
be lifted by approximately 2 lifting index markings and stand absolutely free.
6.1 Zero-setting
Ö Unload the weighing system and switch-on by .
Ö If the weighing system does not display „0.0“, press
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6.2 Performance of adjustment
Ö Turn-on system with
Ö Press and at the same time, „F1Unt“ will be displayed
Ö Press repeatedly until „ProG“ is displayed
Ö Press , „Pn“ is displayed
Ö Then press , after that and subsequently , „P1rEF“ is displayed
Ö Press , „P2 CAL“ will be displayed
Ö Confirm by , „dECi“ is displayed
Ö Press repeatedly until „CAL“ is displayed
Ö Confirm by , „UnLd“ will be displayed
Ö Wait for stability display „STABLE“, then press , the value of the adjustment
weight used most recently will be displayed. (recommended adjustment weight
see chap. 1)
Ö Enter adjustment with
to the next decimal digit, use
reset to „0“ the numerical value.)
Ö Press , „LoAd“ will be displayed
Ö Place the adjustment weight, after apparition of stability display „STABLE“, press
, and (use and to change
to change the numerical value; use to
If the adjustment has been carried out successfully, the system changes over into
weighing mode, the value of the placed adjustment weight is displayed.
If an error message appears, repeat the adjustment process.
If the fault appears again, please contact your retailer.
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7 Functions of display unit
7.1 Prior to weighing
7.1.1 Zero-point check
Prior to each weighing process ensure that the system is unloaded and clear of
obstructions. The display unit provides automatic zero adjustment. This means, that
small deviations from the zero-point are corrected automatically. If the display unit
does not correct the zero-point automatically you will have to carry out a manual
correction with the help of the key.
7.1.2 Net weighing: Taring by button
The display unit offers an option that allows tare weights to be reset to zero by
pressing a button. In this way net weight changes can be traced. After taring, the
display unit will once again start at the smallest display step.
Ö Lifting a load, e.g. a pallet. The weight value of the pallet is displayed.
Ö Press button. The weight value is stored as tare value.
The display unit goes to zero.
The lit up display “NET“, indicates that a tare weight is active.
Ö Place the sample, only the weight of the sample is displayed.
Ö Withdraw sample for other weighing and proceed with the new samples as
described before.
When the pallet is removed, the display shows the weight of the pallet as a negative
value.
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7.2 Weighing
Ö Press downwards the hand lever of the lifting device, the weighing system is
lowered.
Ö Switch-on by , after a concluded self-test the system changes to zero display
„0.0“
Ö If „0.0“ is not displayed, press
Ö Place the loading fork under the pallet in a way that the pallet is in the centre of the
loading fork.
Ö Move upwards the loading fork with help of the lifting device until the load has
completely detached from the floor
If the stability display „STABLE“ lights up, the gross weight will be displayed.
Printout example (see chap. 8 Printer):
Date 2011/06/09Date
Time 17:34:27Time
18.30 kgWeight
7.2.1 Gross - net weighing
After the load was lifted, e.g. on a pallet, the display shows the gross value of the
weighed weight.
7.2.2 Net weighing
This function may only be carried out, after the system having been
tared. “NET“ will be displayed
Use the button to switch over between the display of the net weight and the
display of the gross weight.
7.3 Weighing units switch-over
Press the UNIT button to set the different weighing units.
These must be activated in menu (chap. 9.2) before.
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7.4 Totalization
The display unit offers an option that allows the addition of weighing values and the
display of the total weight. If a tare weight is active, the net weight is automatically
added up.
Ö No load may be on the loading fork
Ö The system should be stable (stability display „STABLE“
illuminated)
Ö The added-up weighing value must be more than 20d.
Ö Loading the system with the load to be added
Ö Wait for stability display „STABLE“, then press , the weight value will be
added into a sum memory
Ö „ACC 01“ will be shortly displayed, after that the system changes into the
standard weighing mode. Next to the weight display „M+“ appears
Ö Unload the system, the display returns to „0.0“
Ö 2. Place the weighing good, wait for stability display „STABLE“
Ö Press anew
Ö „ACC 02“ is displayed, after that the total sum of the weighing procedures will be
displayed briefly before the system returns to weighing mode
Ö Carry out further weighings in the same way. Ensure that the system is unloaded
between the weighing procedures.
Ö The weighing system maximally can carry out 99 single weighing procedures
Ö To print out data unload weighing system and press
Printout example (see chap. 8 Printer):
Date 2011/07/04Date
Time 14:03:26Time
No. 3Number of single weighings
N.W. 30.0kgWeight of the last single weighing
TOTAL 66.0kgTotal weight
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Display of the saved weighing data:
Ö The system must be in zero display („ZERO“-is displayed)
Ö Press , „ACC n“ will be displayed (n means number of single weighings)
and after that the total weight of the weighing will appear for approx. 2 seconds,
before the weighing system returns into the standard-weighing mode.
Ö Date, time, number of weighings, weight of the last single weighing and the total
weight are printed out.
Delete weighing data:
Ö Press , release the button and whilst the total weight is being displayed,
press ; the display goes to zero, the stored data are deleted, the „M+“ at the
side disappears and the system returns automatically into weighing mode.
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7.5 Numerical tare input (PRETARE)
You may enter the tare weight at any time, that is, regardless whether the scales are in a
loaded or unloaded state. To achieve higher accuracy, a tare weight with a higher resolution
may be entered, regardless of the size of the weight and the display steps of the indicator.
A tare weight which is bigger than the maximum of the weighing system, will not be
accepted.
7.5.1 Enter tare weight
Call up the saved Pretare value:
Ö Press , „PtL 0“ will be displayed
Ö Select memory location (0-9) using , confirm memory location by ,
the pretare value stored on this memory location will be activated
Ö Lift-off load, the gross weight is displayed, moreover „GROSS“ will appear
Ö Use to switch over between gross and tare weight („NET“ is displayed).
Enter pretare value:
ÖPress for 3 seconds, the tare value saved as last is displayed, the last digit
flashes.
ÖTo change the tare value saved as last:
Increase the flashing digit by
confirm by
, „Pts 0“ is displayed
, use to change over to the next decimal digit,
ÖSelect memory location (0-9) using , confirm memory location by , „0.0“ is
displayed
Ö Lift-off load, the gross weight is displayed, in the display appears „GROSS“
Ö Press , the net weight („NET“) is displayed
Ö Use to switch over between gross and tare weight.
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Printout example (see chap. 8 printer):
No. 6Number of weighing procedures
G.W. 66.0 kgGross weight
N.W. 34.0kgNet weight
7.5.2 Call-up stored tare weight
Ö In weighing mode press , the stored tare value is displayed
7.5.3 Delete pretare value
When entering the pretare value, set all decimal digits to „0“
8 Printer
The current weighing data my be printed out.
Ö Press button.
Ö A printout will be made. The current weight is added to the addition memory.
On the printout a gross weight with the letters “G.W.” or a net weight with the letters
“N.W.” is displayed. The total net weight is printed out behind “TOTAL”.
According to the settings in the menu (chap. 9.2), menu item F4 Prt“, the following
printout variants can be chosen
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Format 1:
Date 2011/06/09Date
Time 17:34:27Time
18.30 kgWeight
Format 2:
Number of
single
weighings
2 6.69kg
Format 3:
No. 6Number of weighing procedures
Weight of last
weighing)
G.W. 66.0 kgGross weight
N.W. 34.0kgNet weight
Format 4:
No. 3Number of weighing procedures
N.W. 18.30kgWeight of last weighing
Format 5:
Date 2011/06/09Date
Time 17:34:27Time
No. 4Number of weighing procedures
N.W. 62.0 kgWeight of last weighing
TOTAL 245.5 kgTotal weight of all weighing
procedures
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8.1 Paper change
Ö Switch off weighing system
1 Draw-off edge and paper outlet
2 Cover plate
3 Bracket
Ö Pull out the bracket until the cover plate opens; do not apply too much force in
order to avoid damage.
Ö Insert the paper roll, the loose side
has to point forwards
Ö Hold fast the loose side of the paper
roll when the printer is being closed.
To close the printer:
Ö Press on both sides of the cover plate at the same time.
In order to pull-off the paper correctly:
Ö Pull the paper from one to the other side over the pull-off edge.
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Dimensions Thermopaper:
(in) diameter 47 mm
Width 56 mm
9 Menu
In the menu the settings of the weighing system can be modified and functions can
be activated. With that the weighing system may be adapted to individual weighing
requirements.
Four menu items can be selected to change settings. Moreover there is an other
menu item for adjustment.
9.1 Navigation in the menu
Access to menu:
In weighing mode press and at the same time and also release at the
same time The first menu item „F1Unt“ is displayed
How to select menu items:
Press to select the individual menu items showing the current settings one by
one.
Change settings:
Press to change the setting of a selected menu item. Each time the
button
is pressed the next setting will be displayed. As soon as the desired setting
appears on the display you can select the next menu item (see above) or exit the
menu (see paragraphs below).
Use und to change to the next decimal digit, use to increase by
„1“ the decimal digit.
How to save settings and to exit the menu:
Press
Exit menu by pressing the
button, the selecting setting is saved.
button, system returns to weighing mode.
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9.2 Menu overview
Menu item
F1Unt
F2 dAt
Submenu item
kg*
lb
ozt
d-m-y
y-m-d
on
oFF
on
oFF
on
oFF
yy
mmdd
HHmm
yy
mmdd
HHmm
Description
Weighing units adjustable:
kg*, lb, oz
Display date and time:
Indicator: day - month - year
Display year
Format: [JJ]
Display month and day
Format: [MM.TT]
Display time (hour/minutes)
Format: [hh.mm]
Indicator: year - month - day
Display year
Format: [JJ]
Display month and day
Format: [MM.TT]
Display time (hour/minutes)
Format: [hh.mm]
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F3 oFF
CLoCK
Time display in standby mode on or off:
on
on: If the system for more than 5
seconds remains in standby mode, the
time will be displayed automatically
oFF* oFF*: No time is displayed
F4 Prt
on
Display background illumination
on: Background illumination always on
bk
Auto*
oFF
Auto*: Background illumination. switches
on if any button is pressed,
oFF: Background illumination always off
Automatic switching-off of the
0
weighing system after x minutes:
Autom. switching-off disabled
3 after 3 minutes
oFF
5 after 5 minutes
15 after 15 minutes
30 after 30 minutes
0
Printer settings see chap. 8:
Continuous printing output
1 Print format 1
ProG
2 Print format 2
3 Print format 3
4 Print format 4
5 Print format 5
Password Input:
Pn
Press subsequently.
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P1 rEF
AZ 0
0
0.5 d
1d
2d
4d
not documented
0AUt0
0rAnG
SPEEd
0%
2%
5%
10%
20%
2%
4%
10%
20%
50%
100%
7.5
not documented
not documented
not documented
P2 CAL
* default setting
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30
60
deCI not documented
InC not documented
CAP not documented
CAL
Adjustment process
Count not documented
Gra not documented
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10 Service, maintenance, disposal
10.1 Clean
Please do not use aggressive cleaning agents (solvents or similar agents), but a cloth
dampened with mild soap suds. Ensure that no liquid penetrates into the device and
wipe with a dry soft cloth.
10.2 Service, maintenance
The same maintenance guidelines apply to the chassis of the mobile weighing
system as those for simple manual pallet trucks. Experience has taught us that the
integrated weighing system continues to function even if the chassis was damaged
by overloading.
General rules:
Ö As the steering wheels are mounted at the front, it is better to pull rather than
push the manual pallet truck.
Ö If the lifting device is not used, the manual lever should be left in centre position.
This prolongs the life span of the seals.
Ö To prevent damages to the electronic system and weighing cells it is necessary
that welding work on the entire weighing system is carried out exclusively by
technical specialists.
Ö The bearings of the wheels (with the exception of polyurethane) as well as the
joints in the load roller section should be regularly cleaned and greased.
10.3 Disposal
Disposal of packaging and appliance must be carried out by operator according to
valid national or regional law of the location where the appliance is used.
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11 Error messages
Error message Possible cause Remedy
-----
Err 1
Err 2
Err 4
Err 6
If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact your retailer.
• Weighing range exceeded • To unload the weighing
system
• Wrong input date
• Wrong input of time
[hh.mm]
• System out of zero range
during switching-on or by
pressing the
• Internal A/D value outside
the normal range
button
• Format: Use format
[JJ:MM:TT]
• Format: Use format
[hh:mm]
• Unload weighing system
and tare again using
• To unload the weighing
system
• Check connectors
.
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12 Instant help
In case of an error in the program process, briefly turn off the weighing system and
disconnect from power supply. The weighing process must then be restarted from the
beginning.
Help:
Fault Possible cause
The displayed weight does not glow.
The displayed weight is permanently
changing
-
The weighing value is obviously
wrong
Should other error messages occur, switch weighing system off and then on again.
If the error message remains inform manufacturer.
• Weighing system is not switched on.
• Rechargeable battery empty
• Draught/air movement
• Sites with vibration.
• Loading fork is in contact with foreign
matter.
• Electromagnetic fields / static charging
(choose different location/switch off
interfering device if possible)
• The display of the balance is not at zero
• Adjustment is no longer correct.
• Great fluctuations in temperature.
• Electromagnetic fields / static charging
(choose different location/switch off
interfering device if possible)
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