Mettler Toledo EL Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions
METTLER TOLEDO EL – Education Line of balances
• Analytical and Precision
• Portable
95.97 g
-121.01 g
Press key briefly
Press and hold key down until the desired display appears
automatic sequence
Switching on
On
88888888
0.00 g
Switching off
OFF
Off
Simple weighing
0.00 g
• 1182.03 g
1250.00 g
Taring
0.00 g
121.01 g
0.00 g
#
Recall weight / Recall weight value*
Percent weighing*
0.00 g
12.07 g
SEt100
100.00
101.60
F
±
Adjusting (calibration) internal
CAL int
CAL donE
------
0.00 g
Cal
1/10d
Cal
Free Newton factor / selectable display increment*
F FAC ŸÖ
1.0000
F
1.0009
#
9.8026
#
StEPá
#
±
0.01
#
0.02
#
#
#
#
0.05
±
175.35
#
%
%
%
* These functions must be activated in the menu (section 4.3.2)
17.89 g
0.00 g
F
#
26.72 g
0.00 g
26.72 g
*
0.00 g
CAL
CAL donE
2000.00
------
0.00
------
0.00 g
Cal
Cal
Cal
Cal
Cal
Cal
Adjusting (calibration) external

Contents

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Contents
1 Getting to know EL balances line .................4
1.1 General .............................................................. 4
1.2 Layout of balances ............................................... 4
1.3 Overview of key functions ...................................... 5
2 Startup ......................................................6
2.1 Unpacking / standard equipment ............................ 6
2.2 Cautionary notes ................................................. 6
2.3 Setting up, leveling, preparations for weighing below
the balance ......................................................... 6
2.4 Adjusting (calibration) .......................................... 8
3 Weighing ...................................................9
3.1 On/Off switching ................................................... 9
3.2 Simple weighing .................................................. 9
3.3 Faster weighing with reduced readability ................. 9
3.4 Taring ................................................................. 9
4 Menu .......................................................10
4.1 Overview ........................................................... 10
4.2 Menu operation .................................................. 11
4.3 Description of menu options ................................ 11
5 Functions .................................................16
5.1 Recall weight / Recall weight value ....................... 16
5.2 Percent weighing ................................................ 16
5.3 Weighing with free Newton factor and/or
selectable display increments .............................. 17
6 Technical data, options,
optional equipment ..................................19
6.1 Technical data ................................................... 19
6.2 RS232C interface ............................................... 21
6.3 MT-SICS Interface commands and functions .......... 22
6.4 Optional equipment ............................................ 24
6.5 Dimensional drawings (in mm) ........................... 25
7 Appendix .................................................26
7.1 Typical printouts from METTLER TOLEDO
RS-P42 and LC-P45 printers ............................... 26
7.2 What if ...? ........................................................ 27
7.3 Maintenance and cleaning .................................. 28
7.4 Declaration of conformity .................................... 29
Getting to know EL balances line 4

1 Getting to know EL balances line

1.1 General

Balance features
• The EL balance line ranges from high-resolution analytical balances with a read­ability of 0.1 mg through to precision and portable balances with a readability of
0.001 g to 1 g. The weighing ranges extend from 120 g to 6.2 kg.
• In addition to basic operations such as weighing, taring and adjusting (calibra- tion) miscellaneous functions such as “Recall weight”, “Percent weighing”,or “Free Newton factor” can be activated.
• Several EL balances are fitted with a glass draft shield in the factory; with other models a draft shield is available as an optional extra.

1.2 Layout of balances

1 Keys 2 Display 3 Model plate with the following data:
“Max”: maximum capacity “d”: readability
4 Weighing pan 5 Draft shield element (not on all models) 6 Draft shield (supplied as standard with models with a readability of 0.1 mg and
1 mg)
7 Leveling feet (not all models) 8 Hanger opening for weighing below the balance (underside of balance) 9 AC adapter socket 10 RS232C interface (optional on EL portable) 11 Lug for optional antitheft device 12 Leveling control (not all models) 13 Compartment for batteries (only in compact models)
Keys and display are identical for all EL balances.
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6
3
1
2
7
5
11
9
10
7
4
8
12
7
11
12
5
9
10
Standard construction
Compact construction
EL analytical
EL precision
EL portable
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4
7
7
7
Getting to know EL balancees line
5
Key functions in menu mode
Press briefly Press and hold down
1/10d • Change settings 1/10d • Reduce value
• Reduce value by 1 step rapidly
C • Close menu (without
saving changes)
• Change settings • Increase value rapidly
• Increase value by 1 step
± • Select next menu item Menu • Save changes and close menu
Key functions in weighing mode
Press briefly Press and hold down
1/10d • Reduce readability Cal • Adjust (calibrate)
On • Switch on Off • Switch off
# • Zero/tare
C • Cancel function
• Switch F • Call function;
• Change settings A function must be activated in the menu, otherwise “F nonE” appears in the display
± • Transfer weighing data via Menu • Show menu (hold key interface with activated down until MENU printer appears)
• Confirm settings

1.3 Overview of key functions

The balances have two operator control levels: the weighing mode and the menu. The function of each individual key depends on the operator control level and how long the key is pressed.
Weighing mode
Menu
0.000
g
ŸÖENV
Startup 6

2 Startup

2.1 Unpacking / standard equipment

The standard equipment for every bal­ance comprises:
AC adapter, to national standard
Weigh ing pan, W eighing pan
support, draft shield element
(depending on model)
Draft shield
standard supply with models of 0.1 /1 mg readability (
for other models available as an
optional extra
)
Operating Instructions
Protective cover
• EL balances must not be operated in hazardous areas with the standard-supply AC adapter.
• Before connecting the AC adapter, verify that the voltage printed on it corresponds to the local AC power supply voltage. If this is not the case, please contact your local METTLER TOLEDO dealer.
• EL balances may only be used indoors in a dry environment.
• For use with CSA Certified (or equivalent approved) power source, which must have a limited and SELV circuit output.

2.2 Cautionary notes

2.3 Setting up, leveling, preparations for weighing below the balance

The optimum location
The correct location makes an important contribution to the accuracy of the weighing results of high-resolution analytical and precision balances.
• Stable, vibration-free position as horizontal as possible
• No direct sunlight
• No excessive temperature fluctuations
• No drafts
The best location is on a stable bench in a corner protected against drafts, as far away as possible from doors, windows, radiators or the louvers of air conditioners.
Leveling
Some models are equipped with a level glass and two or four leveling feet to compen­sate for minor irregularities in the surface on which the balance stands. The balance is exactly horizontal when the air bubble is in the middle of the level glass.
Note: The balance should be leveled each time it is moved to a new location.
Preparations for weighing below the balance
To carry out weighing operations below the balance, get rid of the special cover on the underside of the balance. (Note: never put the balance without the protective cover over its cone down on its head, only on its side!). This exposes the opening for the hanger, making weighing below the balance possible.
Startup
7
Antitheft device
All models are provided with a lug for attaching an antitheft device (see optional equipment in Section 6.4).
Power supply
Plug the AC adapter into the AC adapter socket on the balance, and connect to
the power supply.
The balance performs a self-test. This test is finished when “OFF” appears. Press the «On» key briefly: the balance is in operational readiness. Before any
work is performed with the balance, it must be adjusted (Section 2.4).
Notes
To achieve accurate results with analytical balances, they must be left switched on for at least 60 minutes to reach operating temperature before carrying out the first weighing operation.
Battery operation (compact models only)
Models in the compact line of balances can also be operated independently of the AC power supply by using their batteries. To do this, always fit the protective cover over the weighing cell cone first, then open the cover of the battery compartment on the underside of the balance and insert the batteries.
Caution: ensure correct polarity (as specified inside the battery compartment). Close battery compartment again. When the balance is operating on its batteries, the border around the battery symbol
in the display lights up. The number of segments that are lit is an indicator of bat­tery condition (3 = fully charged, 0 = discharged). When the batteries are almost completely discharged, the last segment flashes.
Recommended battery type: AA (LR6) 1.5 V alkali-manganese. NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) rechargeable batteries, which are recharged in an
external battery charger, can be also be used. The intervals between recharging are not as long as the service life of a nonrechargeable battery.
Notes
• Batteries are not included in the standard supply.
• Battery operation is automatically overridden when the AC adapter is connected
to the AC power supply.
• To prolong battery (disposable or rechargeable) life, it is advisable to activate
«Auto shut» in the menu (see Section 4.3.7).
• All discharged batteries must be disposed of in an environmentally responsible
manner. No attempt must be made to incinerate or disassemble them.
• Models with the standard construction cannot be operated with batteries.
Startup 8
CAL
CAL donE
2000.00
------
0.00
------
0.00 g
Cal
Cal
Cal
Cal
Cal

2.4 Adjusting (calibration)

Adjusting with internal weight (EL-IC models only)
To carry out this operation, in the second menu option (Adjustment) select
“CAL int” (= factory setting) (section 4.1).
Unload weighing pan. Press and hold the «Cal» key down until “CAL” appears in the display, then
release key.
The balance adjusts itself automatically.
The adjusting is finished when the message «Cal done» appears briefly in the display, followed by “0.00 g”. The balance is again in weighing mode and ready for operation.
Adjusting with external weight
Have required adjusting weight ready. Unload weighing pan. Press and hold the «Cal» key down until “CAL” appears in the display. Release
key.
The required adjustment weight value flashes in the display. Place adjustment weight in centre of pan. The balance adjusts itself auto-mati-
cally.
When “0.00 g” flashes, remove adjustment weight. The adjusting is finished when the message “CAL done” appears briefly in the
display, followed by “0.00 g”. The balance is again in weighing mode and ready for operation.
Notes
• This adjustment procedure can be terminated at any time with the «C» (“Cancel”) key. The balance reverts to weighing mode.
Cal
CAL int
CAL donE
------
0.00 g
Cal
Cal
Cal
To obtain accurate weighing results, the balance must be adjusted to match the gravitational acceleration at its location.
Adjusting is necessary
• before the balance is used for the first time
• at regular intervals during weighing service
• after a change of location
To obtain accurate results, the balance must be left switched on for 60 minutes to reach operating temperature before starting the adjustment procedure.
Weighing
9

3 Weighing

3.1 On/Off switching

Switching on
Remove any load from weighing pan and press «On» key briefly. The balance performs a display test (all segments in the display light up
briefly).
When zero is displayed, the balance is ready for operation.
Switching off
Press and hold the «Off» key down until “OFF” appears in the display. Release
the key.
On
88888888
0.00 g
OFF
Off

3.2 Simple weighing

Place weighing sample on the weighing pan.
Wait until the stability detector “” disappears.
Read the result.
0.00 g
• 1182.03 g
1250.00 g

3.3 Faster weighing with reduced readability

The balance has the facility for speeding up the weighing operation by reducing its readablity (number of decimal places):
The balance is operating with its normal readability and speed.
Press the «1/10d» key and … … the balance operates with reduced readability (one decimal place less), but
displays the weighing result quicker. Pressing the «1/10d» key briefly again toggles the balance back to its full readability.
1.24 g
1.2 g
1/10d

3.4 Taring

Place empty container on the balance.
The weight is displayed.
Press the «#» key briefly.
Add weighing sample to container. The net weight is now displayed.
If the container is removed from the balance, the tare weight will be shown as a
negative value.
The tare weight remains stored until the «#» key is pressed again or the
balance is switched off.
0.00 g
121.01 g
0.00 g
95.97 g
-121.01 g
#
kg
Unit 1
mg
Unit 1
HoSt
ZDISPLAY
S. StbS. ALL
S. PÑÖ
bd
4800
bd
9600
bd
1200
bd 600
bd
19200
7b-no
7b-odd
8b-no
HS
SoFt
HS
HArd
rESEt
LiST
HS OFF
7b-E
bd 2400
S. SICS
S. oFF
PrintEr
S. ContS. Auto
F rEcALL
F100
F nonE
Std
dosrobust
Unit 1
g
F
FAC d
F
FAC
ÑÖ
#
#
no A.ZEro
A.Off -
A.Off
5
'
A.Off 30
A.Off
2'
A.ZEro
A.Off 10'
%
CAL int
CAL E
Cal
*
"
Cal
Menu 10

4 Menu

4.1 Overview

In the menu you can change the weighing unit, select additional functions and carry out various settings. A description of the individual menu options is given in Section 4.3.
1 Reset 3 Function
4 Weighing
mode
5 Weighing
unit 1
6 Autozero
7 Auto shut off
8 Peripheral
unit
5)
10 Send
format
3) 5)
9 Send
mode
2) 5)
11 Baud rate
4) 5)
12 Bit/Parity
4) 5)
13 Handshake
4) 5)
2 Calibration
1)
Overview of menu
Notes
1)
This menu option is only available on EL-IC models.
2)
This menu option is only shown if “Host” has been selected in menu option 8 (Peripheral unit).
3)
This menu option is only shown if “S.oFF” has not been selected in menu option 9 (Send mode).
4)
These menu options are only shown if “Host” or “Printer” has been selected in menu option 8 (Peripheral unit).
5)
Only displayed if an interface has been installed.
Factory setting
Menu option
Menu
11

4.2 Menu operation

0.01 g
ŸÖENU
rESEt
Menu
rESEt
±
StorEd
0.01 g
Menu
0.01 g
C
Opening the menu
In weighing mode, press and hold down the «Menu» key until “MENU” appears in the display. Release the key: the 1st menu option is displayed.
Select menu options
The «±» key is used to select individual menu options with their current settings one after the other.
Change settings
Pressing the «» key displays the next setting; pressing the «1/10d» key displays the previous one. Once the desired setting appears in the display, the next menu option can be selected («±») or you can close the menu (see following Section).
Saving settings and closing the menu
Hold the «Menu» key down until “StorEd” appears in the display. Release the key and the balance reverts to weighing mode. All changes are saved.
Abort
Press the «C» key briefly. The balance reverts to weighing mode. Changes are not saved.
Note
If no entry is made within 45 seconds, the balance reverts to weighing mode. Changes are not saved.

4.3 Description of menu options

4.3.1 Reset or recording of balance settings (1st menu option “RESET”)

Reset balance settings
Select “Reset”, press and hold down the «Menu» key until the message “r donE”
confirms that all menu settings have been reset. The balance then reverts to weighing mode and works with the factory settings (Section 4.1).
Recording balance settings
Select “List” and hold down the «Menu» key until the message “StorEd” is dis-
played.
The current balance settings are transmitted to the peripheral device connected
to the optional RS232C interface. To do this the setting “Printer” must always be selected at the 8th menu option (Peripheral unit). The current balance settings are saved at the same time.
rESEt
r donE
0.00 g
Menu
rESEt
LISt
StorEd
0.00 g
Menu
F rEcALL
F 100
F rEcALL
%
*
*
Menu 12
F rEcALL
F 100
F FAC ŸÖ
F FAC d
F nonE
#
#
4.3.2 Adjustment (2nd menu option) (EL-IC models only)
In this menu option you can select whether you wish to adjust the balances using the internal or the extternal adjustment weight:
F rEcALL Recall weighing F nonE No function, simple weighing F 100 % Percent weighing F FAC M Multiply free Newton factor value by weight, change size of display
increment F FAC d Divide free Newton factor value by weight, change size of display
increment
This setting allows you to adapt the balance to the weighing mode. Select “Std” (standard) for all normal weighing processes. With “doS” (dosing) - for dispensing substances in liquid or powder form - the balance reacts very rapidly to the slightest changes of weight. With “robuSt” (absolute weighing) the balance only reacts to more significant changes in weight, so that the weighing result is very stable.
Std
doS
robuSt
Ñ
Ö
Ü
%
CAL int
cal
CAL E
4.3.3 Functions (3rd menu option / see Section 5 for their use)
In addition to simple weighing, the following functions can be selected with the «» key:
CAL int Adjusting with internal adjustment weight (factory setting) CAL E Adjusting with external adjustment weight
cal
4.3.4 Weighing mode (4th menu option)
*
Menu
13

4.3.6 Autozero (6th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

This menu option allows you to switch the automatic zero correction on or off.
Autozero switched on
The zero point is automatically corrected (e.g. if drift occurs or the weighing pan becomes dirty).
Autozero switched off
The zero point is not automatically corrected. This setting is advantageous for special applications (e.g. evaporation measurements).

4.3.7 Auto shut off

If the automatic shut off function is activated, the balance automatically switches itself off after a selected period of inactivity (i.e. with no key being pressed or changes of weight occurring):
ÅZEro
no ÅZEro
A.OFF 5é
A.OFF -
A.OFF 30”
A.OFF 2é
A.OFF 10é
A.OFF 10‘ Automatic shutoff after 10 minutes inactivity A.OFF - Automatic shutoff not activated A.OFF 30“ Automatic shutoff after 30 seconds inactivity A.OFF 2‘ Automatic shutoff after 2 minutes inactivity A.OFF 5‘ Automatic shutoff after 5 minutes inactivity

4.3.5 Weighing unit 1 (5th menu option “UNIT 1”)

Depending on requirements, the balance can operate with the following units:
Unit Conversion factor Comments
g gram factory setting kg kilogram 1 kg = 1000 g not with 0.1 mg and 1 mg balances mg milligram 1 mg = 0,001 g with 0.1 mg and 1 mg balances
Unit 1 g
Unit 1 kg
Unit 1 mg
Menu 14
S. .SICS
S. .PŸÖ
S. oFF
S. Stb
S. .Cont
S. Auto
S. .ALL

4.3.9 Send mode (9th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Note: This menu option is only available if the “Host” setting was selected in the 8th menu option (Peripheral unit)!
It specifies how a value is transferred to a peripheral device.
S. oFF Send mode switched off. S. Stb The next possible stable value will be transferred after the «±» key
has been pressed. S. Cont All values are transferred automatically. S. Auto Only stable values are transferred automatically. S. All The current value is transferred after the «±» key has been
pressed.

4.3.10 Send format (10th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Note: This menu option is only available if the “S. oFF” setting was not selected in the 9th menu option (“Send mode”)!
It sets the data transfer format. “S. SICS”: The MT-SICS data transfer formats are used. Please refer to the
“Reference Manual MT-SICS B-S/L/L-S balances 11780447”, available from your METTLER TOLEDO dealer or downloaded from the Internet (www.mt.com/pl or www.mt.com/al see “Support”). More Information please find in the Section 6.3.
“S. PM”*: The following PM balance data transfer formats are used: S. Stb: /////1.67890/g
S. Cont: S////1.67890/g SD///1.39110/g S. Auto: S////1.67890/g S. All: /////1.67890/g
/D///1.39110/g * unidirectional, no MT-SICS commands are accepted.
PrintEr
Host
z.dISPLAY

4.3.8 Peripheral unit (8th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Peripheral devices can only be connected if the balance has been equipped with an RS232C interface. The balance automatically saves the appropriate settings (Sections 4.3.9 – 4.3.13) for every peripheral device.
Printer Connected to a printer. Host Connection to any desired peripheral device. Aux. display Connection of an optional auxiliary display unit (communications
parameters cannot be selected).
Menu
15
HS oFF
HS SoFt
HS HArd

4.3.12 Bit/Parity (12th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Note: This menu option is only available if the “Printer” or “Host” setting was selected in the 8th menu option (Peripheral unit)!
It sets the character format for the peripheral device connected to the balance.
7b–E 7 data bits/even parity 7b–no 7 data bits/no parity 8b–no 8 data bits/no parity 7b–odd 7 data bits/odd parity
7b-E
7b-no
8b-no
7b-odd

4.3.13 Handshake (13th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Note: This menu option is only available if the “Printer” or “Host” setting was selected in the 8th menu option (Peripheral unit)!
This function is used to select the data transfer mode to suit different serial devices.
HS oFF No handshake HS SoFt Software handshake (XON/XOFF) HS HArd Hardware handshake (RTS/CTS)
bd 2400
bd 4800
bd 19200

4.3.11 Baud rate (11th menu option / see overview and notes in Section 4.1)

Note: This menu option is only available if the “Printer” or “Host” setting was selected
in the 8th menu option (Peripheral unit)! The baud rate (data transfer rate) determines the speed of transmission via the serial
interface. The unit is the baud (bd) = 1 bit/second. The following settings are available: 600 bd, 1200 bd, 2400 bd, 4800 bd, 9600
bd and 19200 bd. For problem-free data transmission the sending and receiving devices must be set
at the same value.
Functions 16
Requirement
The function “rEcALL” must be activated in the menu (Section 4).
Put weight on balance. Display shows weight value and stores stable value.
Remove weight. When the weight is removed the Display shows zero.
Press the «F» key briefly The display shows last stored stable weight value for 5 seconds together with aster-
isk (*) symbol. After 5 seconds or by pressing the «F» key briefly, the display goes back to zero. This can be repeated unlimited times. Every recalled value is marked with the asterisk (*) icon.
Delete last weight value
As soon a new stable weight value is displayed, the old value becomes replaced by the new weight value.
When pressing the «
#
» key briefly, the stored value is set to 0 and
normal tare is executed.
Note: If the power is switched off, the stored value is permanently lost.

5 Functions

Settings and values saved under a given function are retained until they are replaced or another function is selected. The «C» key can be used to cancel the procedure currently in progress.

5.1 Recall weight / Recall weight value

0.00 g
F

5.2 Percent weighing

Requirement
The function “F 100 %” must be activated in the menu (Section 4).
Set target weight
Target weight (Reference weight, which corresponds to 100 %) in centre of pan. Note that the minimum weight = 10d (d: display increment).
Hold the «F» key down until “SEt 100 %” is displayed.
Press the «» key to select “SEt 100 %” or “SEt no %” (Percent weighing
deactivated).
The «±» key can be used briefly to confirm or automatic acceptance after 7 seconds.
0.00 g
148.50 g
SEt100
100.00
F
±
%
%
#
26.72 g
0.00 g
26.72 g
*
0.00 g
Functions
17
Switching between percent weighing and weight display
Place weighing sample in centre of pan. The weight of the sample is displayed as a percentage of the target weight.
Press the «» key. The weight is displayed.
Return to display in percent: pressing the «» key again.
101.60
150.88 g
101.60
%
%

5.3 Weighing with free Newton factor and/or selectable display increments

In this menu option a custom “free Newton factor” can be defined at will.
The unit Newton measures the amount of force required to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at a rate of one meter per second squared.
1 N = 1 kg ∙ m/s
2
The factor m/s2 is also called gravitational acceleration. Newton is dependant on the geographical location and height of the bal­ance and its user - hence making it necessary to adjust the unit according to the precise location. In this menu option a custom “free Newton factor” can be defined at will.
This value is then either multiplied (“F FAC M”) by the weighing result (in grams), i.e. reading = factor x weight, or it is divided (“F FAC d”) by the weight, i.e. reading = factor / weight. The range over which this factor can be selected depends on the weighing range and the readability of the model concerned.
Location Gravity Acceleration
Berlin 9.8127 Brussels 9.8114 Cairo 9.7932 Guayaquil 9.7806 Helsinki 9.8190 Kuala Lumpur 9.7802 London 9.8120 Los Angeles 9.7955 Madrid 9.7996 Melbourne 9.7997 Miami 9.7903 Nairobi 9.7753 New York 9.8026 Oslo 9.8192 Paris 9.8093 Reykjavik 9.8226 Shanghai 9.7941 Singapur 9.7802 Tokyo 9.7979 Washington 9.8009
The ability to select the display increments makes it possible to specify how the weighing result is to be presented, the choice of display incre­ments being limited by the set factor and the resolution of the balance model itself.
Functions 18
Requirement
The function “F FAC M” or “F FAC d” must be activated in the menu (Section 4).
#
#
±
F
±
F FAC ŸÖ
1.0000
1.0009
#
9.8026
#
StEPá
#
0.01
#
0.02
#
0.05
#
175.35
#
17.89 g
Entering the free Newton factor and/or the display increments
Hold the «F» key down until “F FAC M” or “F FAC d” appears in the display. Press the «» key to select “FAC M” / “FAC d” or “noFAC M” / “noFAC d”
(Function deactivated). Release the key. Either the factor 1 appears as default value or the factor that
was saved most recently. This value can now be changed: Pressing the «» key increases the factor.
Pressing the «1/10d» key reduces the factor. Pressing the key once changes the value by one increment. If the key is held down,
the value changes increasingly rapidly. Confirm the selected factor with the «±» key (it will not be saved
automatically). “StEP=” appears in the display, and the program changes automatically to allow the display increments to be entered. The smallest possible display increment appears as default value, or the last value that was saved.
This value can be changed in the same way as for the free Newton factor (see above).
Confirm the selected display increment with the «±» key (it will not be saved automatically).
The appropriate calculation is then made using the weight on the pan in grams and the selected factor, the result being displayed with the selected display increment. No units are displayed, the symbol “#” being displayed instead. The calculation is always based on the weight in grams.
Note
• If you only want to change the display increments, set the free factor at exactly 1.
Toggling between displaying the calculated value and the measured weight
Place the sample on the weighing pan. The appropriate calculation is then made using the weight of the sample and the selected factor, the result being displayed with the selected display increment.
Press the «» key. The weight is displayed. Press the «» key again to return to the calculated value.
Technical data, options, optional equipment
19

6 Technical data, options, optional equipment

6.1 Technical data

Standard equipment of EL balances
• AC adapter to national standard as per list in Section 6.4. AC Adapter input voltage tolerance ±10 % Balance power input 6-14,5VAC, 50/60Hz, 4VA or
7-20VDC, 4W
• Draft shield (on models with 0.1 / 1 mg resolution)
• All models can weigh below balance
Materials
• Housing base: standard construction: die-cast aluminum, painted compact construction: plastic (ABS/PC), painted
• Top housing: standard construction: plastic (ABS/PC), painted compact construction: plastic (ABS/PC), painted
• Weighing pan: 18/10 chromium-nickel steel
Batteries (compact construction)
• 4 x AA (LR6) 1.5 V alkali-manganese, typical 20 h (with 2.9 Ah capacity)
Protection
• Protected against dust and water
• Pollution degree: 2
• Installation category: class II
• EMC: see declaration of conformity
Ambient conditions
The technical data are valid under the following ambient conditions:
• Ambient temperature 10 °C … 30 °C
• Relative humidity 10 % to 80 % at 31 °C, linear decreasing to 50 % at 40 °C
noncondensing Operability is assured at ambient temperatures between
5 and 40 ºC.
Standard construction EL104 EL204-IC EL204
Max. capacity 120 g 220 g 220 g Readability 0.0001 g 0.0001 g 0.0001 g Repeatability (sd) 0.0001 g 0.0001 g 0.0001 g Linearity 0.0002 g 0.0002 g 0.0002 g Sensitivity temperature drift 2.5 ppm/°C 2.5 ppm/°C 2.5 ppm/°C
(10 °C … 30 °C) Settling time, typical 4 s 4 s 4 s Adjustment weight internal no yes no Adjustment weight external (optional) 100 g 200 g 200 g Interface RS-232C yes yes yes External dimensions of balance
(W/D/H) in mm 238x335x364 238x335x364 238x335x364 External dimensions of packaging
(W/D/H) in mm 520x385x555 520x385x555 520x385x555 Weighing pan ø 90 mm ø 90 mm ø 90 mm Usable height of draft shield 225 mm 225 mm 225 mm Net weight (with packaging) kg 5.8 (8.4) 5.8 (8.4) 5.8 (8.4) Level indicator yes yes yes Number of leveling screws 2 2 2
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Standard construction EL303-IC EL303 EL3002-IC EL3002
Max. capacity 320 g 320 g 3200 g 3200 g Readability 0.001 g 0.001 g 0.01 g 0.01 g Repeatability (sd) 0.001 g 0.001 g 0.01 g 0.01 g Linearity 0.002 g 0.002 g 0.02 g 0.02 g Sensitivity temperature drift 6 ppm/°C 6 ppm/°C 6 ppm/°C 6 ppm/°C
(10 °C … 30 °C) Settling time, typical 3 s 3 s 1.5 s 1.5 s Adjustment weight internal yes no yes no Adjustment weight external (optional) 200 g 200 g 2000 g 2000 g Interface RS232C yes yes yes yes External dimensions of balance
(W/D/H) in mm 238x335x287 238x335x287 238x335x111 238x335x111 External dimensions of packaging
(W/D/H) in mm 520x385x555 520x385x555 520x385x360 520x385x360 Weighing pan ø 100 mm ø 100 mm ø 180 mm ø 180 mm Usable height of draft shield 150 mm 150 mm – Net weight (with packaging) kg 5.1 (7.9) 5.1 (7.9) 4 (6.4) 4 (6.4) Level indicator yes yes yes yes Number of leveling screws 2 2 2 2
Compact construction EL202 EL602 EL2001
Max. capacity 220 g 620 g 2200 g Readability 0.01 g 0.01 g 0.1 g Repeatability (sd) 0.01 g 0.01 g 0.1 g Linearity 0.02 g 0.02 g 0.2 g Sensitivity temperature drift 10 ppm/°C 10 ppm/°C 10 ppm/°C
(10 °C … 30 °C) Settling time, typical 1.5 s 1.5 s 1.5 s Adjustment weight internal no no no Adjustment weight external (optional) 200 g 500 g 2000 g Interface RS232C optional optional optional External dimensions of balance
(W/D/H) in mm 194x225x67 194x225x67 194x225x67 External dimensions of packaging
(W/D/H) in mm 350x275x140 350x275x140 350x275x140 Weighing pan ø 120 mm ø 120 mm ø 160 mm
Net weight (with packaging) kg 1.0 (2.1) 1.2 (2.2) 1.3 (2.3) Level indicator no yes no Number of leveling screws 4
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Compact construction EL4001 EL6001 EL6000
Max. capacity 4200 g 6200 g 6200 g Readability 0.1 g 0.1 g 1 g Repeatability (sd) 0.1 g 0.1 g 1 g Linearity 0.2 g 0.2 g 2 g Sensitivity temperature drift 10 ppm/°C 10 ppm/°C 10 ppm/°C
(10 °C … 30 °C) Settling time, typical 2 s 2 s 1 s Adjustment weight internal no no no Adjustment weight external (optional) 2000 g 5000 g 5000 g Interface RS232C optional optional optional External dimensions of balance
(W/D/H) in mm 194x225x67 194x225x67 194x225x67 External dimensions of packaging
(W/D/H) in mm 350x275x140 350x275x140 350x275x140 Weighing pan ø 160 mm ø 160 mm ø 160 mm Net weight (with packaging) kg 1.3 (2.3) 1.3 (2.3) 1.3 (2.3) Level indicator yes yes no Number of leveling screws 4 4
15
9 6
IN
GND
OUT
HAND SHAKE
IN
DATA
OUT
RxD
TxD
CTS
RTS

6.2 RS232C interface

Every balance can be equipped with an optional RS232C interface for connection to a peripheral device (e.g. printer, auxiliary display or PC with a 9-pin male connector, see Section 6.4). The balance must then configured to suit the peripheral device in a menu dialog (Sections 4.3.8 – 4.3.13).
A detailed description of the available interface commands is given in the “Reference Manual MT-SICS B-S/L/L-S balances 11780447”. This can be downloaded from the Internet (www.mt.com/pl or www.mt.com/al see “Support”) and is only available in English.
The wide range of features of the EL balances regarding documentation of the results can be utilized by connecting to a printer, e.g. the RS-P42 or LC-P45 from METTLER TOLEDO. Printed results then make a decisive contribution to simplifying GLP/GMP­compliant work.
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6.3 MT-SICS Interface commands and functions

Many of the balances used have to be capable of integration in a complex computer or data acquisition system. To enable you to integrate balances in your system in a simple manner and utilize their capabilities to the full, most balance functions are also available as appropriate commands via the data interface. All new METTLER TOLEDO balances launched on the market support the standardized command set “METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set” (MT-SICS). The commands available depend on the functionality of the balance.
Basic information on data interchange with the balance
The balance receives commands from the system and acknowledges the command with an appropriate response.
Command formats
Commands sent to the balance comprise one or more characters of the ASCII character set. Here, the following must be noted:
• Enter commands only in uppercase.
• The possible parameters of the command must be separated from one another and from the command name by a space (ASCII 32 dec., in this description represented as /).
• The possible input for “text” is a sequence of characters of the 8-bit ASCII character set from 32 dec to 255 dec.
• Each command must be closed by CRLF (ASCII 13 dec., 10 dec.).
The characters CRLF, which can be inputted using the Enter or Return key of most entry keypads, are not listed in this description, but it is essential they be included for communication with the balance.
Example S – Send stable weight value
Command S Send the current stable net weight value.
Response S/S/WeightValue/Unit
Current stable weight value in unit actually set under unit 1.
S/I Command not executable (balance is currently executing another command, e.g.
taring, or timeout as stability was not reached).
S/+ Balance in overload range.
S/- Balance in underload range.
Example
Command S Send a stable weight value.
Response S/S/////100.00/g
The current, stable weight value is 100.00 g.
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The MT-SICS commands listed below is a selected list of available commands. For additional commands and further information please refer to the Reference Manual “MT-SICS for B-S/L/L-S balances 11780447” downloadable from the Internet under www.
mt.com/pl or www.mt.com/al.
S – Send stable weight value
Command S Send the current stable net weight value.
SI – Send value immediately
Command SI Send the current net weight value, irrespective of balance stability.
SIR – Send weight value immediately and repeat
Command SIR Send the net weight values repeatedly, irrespective of balance stability.
Z – Zero
Command Z Zero the balance.
@ – Reset
Command @ Resets the balance to the condition found after switching on, but without a zero setting
being performed.
SR – Send weight value on weight change (Send and Repeat)
Command SR Send the current stable weight value and then send continuously the stable weight
value after every weight change. The weight change must be at least 12.5 % of the last stable weight value, minimum = 30d.
ST – Send stable weight after pressing ± (transfer) key
Command ST Inquiry of actual status of the ST function.
SU – Send stable weight value with currently displayed unit
Command SU As the “S” command, but with the currently displayed unit.
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6.4 Optional equipment

AC/AC adapters
Output: 12 VAC, 500 mA
• Euro 230V/50Hz/80mA 11103740
• Euro/(grd) 230V/50Hz/80mA 11103744
• UK 240V/50Hz/80mA 11103742
• USA 120V/60Hz/10W 11103741
• Japan 100V/50Hz/10W 11103743
AC/DC adapters
Output: 9VDC,1.0 A
• Japan 100V/50Hz 12102324
AC adapters universal (bench version)
Output: 12 VAC, 1.0A
• 220-240V/50Hz/100mA 11103745*
Output: 12 VDC, 2.25A
• 100-240V / 50/60Hz/0.8A 11132070*
*(appropriate cable for country also required)
AccuPac B-S
Rechargeable external power source for 15 hours weighing operation independent of AC power supply 21254691
Adjustment weights
Available as OIML weights (E1, E2, F1, 11795461 with calibration certificate); for further details see METTLER TOLEDO Weights brochure or see www.mt.com/weights
Antitheft device
Cable with lock (for all models) 590101
Auxiliary display
1)
• Auxiliary display including RS cable 224200 and seperate AC adapter
• Auxiliary display with switchbox 12120057
Density kit
• For analytical balances (0.1 mg / 1 mg) 33360
Draft shields for compact models
• Glass cylinder (see also weighing pan) 12102988
• Round draft shield with sliding opening 12102505
Draft shield for standard models
• For “mg” balances (150 mm) 12105346
Interface
• RS232C The interface must be fitted in the factory. Retrofitting is only possible if carried out by a METTLER TOLEDO sevice facility.
Interface cable
1)
• RS9–RS25: (m/f), length 2 m 11101052
• RS9–RS9: (m/f), length 1 m 11101051
• RS9–RS9: (m/m), length 1 m 21250066
• RS232–USB converter cable 11600610
In-use cover
• Standard models 12102970
• Compact models 12102980
Printer, Application printer (LC-P45)
1)
229119 Plain-paper printer, 24 characters, with additional functions (time, date, statistic, multiplier etc.)
Printer, Report printer (RS-P42)
1)
229265 Plain-paper printer, 24 characters
Software 1)
LabX direct balance 11120340 (software for easy data transfer to PC)
Transport case
• For all compact models (without 12102982
draftshield); accomodates balance, AC adapter, batteries and weights
Weighing pan
• Only for compact models with (standard) 12102987
ø 160 mm weighing pan: ø 120 mm weighing pan (+ pan holder + draftshield element for operation without a draft shield): necessary for use together with draft shield (12102988)
1)
RS232 interface necessary
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EL precision (standard construction)

6.5 Dimensional drawings (in mm)

335.2
238
287
150
335.2
238
111
EL analytical (standard construction) with “0,1” mg draft shield
238
335.2
225
364
EL analytical (standard construction) with “mg” draft shield
EL portable (compact construction)
67
194
224.4
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Function: List Printout of the current bal­ance settings
--- LIST OF SETTINGS ---
Date: .................
Time: .................
METTLER TOLEDO Type: EL602 SNR: 1120053108 SW: 1.0 TDNR: 7.17.1.286.108
-----------------------­Weighing Parameters: Weighing Mode Standard Unit 1 g A.Zero On
-----------------------­System Parameters: Auto off 10 min
-----------------------­Peripheral Devices: P.Device Printer Baud 2400 Bit/Parity 7b-even Handshake Off
P.Device Host Sendmode Off Baud 9600 Bit/Parity 8b-no Handshake Soft
--------- END ----------
Function: Multiplier Only possible with LC-P45. Function is triggered via the printer.
04.07.2002 08:23:22 ID 242 SNR: 1118015657
Factor 1.65
588.43 g * 970.9095
Function: Adjusting
-BALANCE CALIBRATION-
Date: ................
Time: ................
METTLER TOLEDO Type: EL3002 SNR: 1120053108 SW:
1.0
Weight ID: ............
Weight: 2000.00 g
External Cal. done
Signature:
........................
--------- END ---------
Function: Percent weighing
----- % - WEIGHING ----­Ref. 10.008 g
100.00 %
60.01 g
599.59 %
Function: Free factor
- FREE FACTOR WEIGHING ­Formula: factor * weight Factor: 12.73 Step: 0.01
49.94 #

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7.1 Typical printouts from METTLER TOLEDO RS-P42 and LC-P45 printers

Function: Verification of the calibration (adjustment) with external weight.
Only possible with LC-P45. Function is triggered via the printer.
----- BALANCE TEST -----
04.07.2002 09:52:12
METTLER TOLEDO Type: EL3002 SNR: 1120053108 SW:
1.0
Weight ID: .............
Target : ...............
Actual : .......199.98 g
Diff : ...............
External test done
Signature:
........................
--------- END ----------
Function: Statistics Only possible with LC-P45. Function is triggered via the printer.
04.07.2002 10:44:07 ID 666 SNR: 1118015657 1 1100.15 g 2 1600.10 g 3 1699.95 g n 3 x 1466.733 g s 321.372 g srel 21.91 % min. 1100.15 g max. 1699.95 g dif. 599.80 g
--------- END ----------
Notes
With the RS-P42 the date and time must be entered by hand at the top of the report (see specimen printout for the “Adjusting” function).
With the LC-P45 the date and time are recorded auto­matically (see specimen printout for the “Statistics” function).
The operating instructions for the LC-P45 include a description of the functions that are triggered via that printer.
The RS-P42 prints all reports in English. This applies also to the LC-P45 reports that originate in the balance. In the case of reports triggered by the LC-P45, the following languages may be selected:
German, English, French, Spanish or Italian.
Appendix
27
Error/Error message Cause Rectification
Overload Remove sample from weighing pan, zero again (tare).
Underload Check whether weighing pan is positioned properly.
No stability
• in taring or adjusting (calibration) Wait for stability before pressing key. Ensure more stable ambient conditions. Remove weighing pan and clean if necessary
Wrong adjustment weight on pan or none at all Place required adjustment weight in centre of pan.
Reference weight (Percent weighing) Increase reference weight. too small
Internal fault Contact METTLER TOLEDO customer service.
Wrong weighing pan or pan missing or Place correct pan or empty pan on not empty balance.
Adjustment aborted with the «C» key
No display
• AC adapter not plugged in Check AC power supply. Plug AC adapter into power supply.
• Batteries discharged (only with compact Replace batteries models)
неееем

7.2 What if ...?

î____ï
Error 1
Error 2
Error 3
0.000 g
Abort
Error 4
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7.3 Maintenance and cleaning

Service
Regular servicing of your balance by a service technician prolongs its working life. Ask your METTLER TOLEDO dealer for details of servicing options.
Cleaning
Every now and then, clean the weighing pan, draftshield element, draftshield (depending on the model) and housing of your balance using a damp cloth. Your balance is made of high-quality, durable materials and can therefore be cleaned with a standard, mild cleaning agent.
Please observe the following notes
• On no account use cleaning agents, which contain solvents or abrasive ingredients, as this can result in damage to the terminal overlay.
• After working with chemicals, it is advisable to wash or clean the weighing pan and the bottom plate (if draft shield fitted).
• Although all materials are of high quality, corrosion may occur if corrosive substances are de­posited on chrome steel for an extended period of time (and if air is excluded, for example by a coating of grease).
• Ensure that no liquid comes into contact with the balance or the AC adapter!
• Never open the balance or AC adapter – they contain no components, which can be cleaned, repaired or replaced by the user.
• Soiled protective covers can be replaced on all balance types (see Optional equipment).
Disposal
In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip­ment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of in domestic waste. This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements. Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting point specified for electrical and electronic equipment.
If you have any questions, please contact the responsible authority or the distributor from which you purchased this device.
Should this device be passed on to other parties (for private or professional use), the content of this regulation must also be related.
Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection.
Appendix
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7.4 Declaration of conformity

The undersigned declare on behalf of
Mettler-Toledo GmbH Im Langacher CH-8606 Greifensee
that the balances METTLER TOLEDO EL… / EL…-IC to which this declaration relates (serial number specified on the product) are in compliance with the below mentioned EEC Directives (including all amendments)
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility
and that following standards have been applied
IEC/EN61010-1:2001, EN61326:1997+ A1:98+A2:01+A3:03 (class B) EN61326:1997+ A1:98+A2:01+A3:03 (Minimal requirements)
for Canada, USA and Australia CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010-1-04, UL Std. No.61010A-1, FCC, Part 15, class A, AS/NZS CISPR 22, AS/NZS 61000.4.3
Greifensee, 05.05.2006
Mettler-Toledo GmbH Laboratory & Weighing Technologies
René Lenggenhager Sascha von Wangenheim General Manager Manager Sales & Marketing
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To protect your METTLER TOLEDO product’s future: METTLER TOLEDO Service assures the quality, measuring accuracy and preservation of value of all METTLER TOLEDO products for years to come. Please send for full details about our attractive terms of service. Thank you.
Subject to technical changes and to the availability
of the accessories supplied with the instruments.
© Mettler-Toledo GmbH 2006 11780854 Printed in Switzerland 0605/2.12
Mettler-Toledo GmbH, Laboratory & Weighing Technologies, CH-8606 Greifensee, Switzerland Phone +41-44-944 22 11, Fax +41-44-944 30 60, Internet: http://www.mt.com
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