Mettler Toledo ML1602T, ML104T, ML4002T, ML304T, ML54T Instruction Manual
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Precision and Analytical Balances
ML-T
Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 7
2 Safety Information 8
3 Design and Function 10
4 Installation and Putting into Operation 18
1.1 Conventions and symbols used in these operating instructions 7
2.1 Definition of signal warnings and symbols 8
2.2 Product safety information 8
3.1 Components 10
3.2 Peripheral devices 11
3.3 Terminal keys 11
3.4 User Interface 12
3.4.1 Application home screen 13
3.4.2 Input Dialogs 14
3.4.2.1 Entering Characters and Numbers 14
3.4.2.2 Changing the date and time 15
3.4.3 Lists and tables 16
3.4.4 Detailed balance information 17
4.1 Scope of delivery 18
4.2 Installing the components 19
4.3 Selecting the location 20
4.4 Connecting the instrument 21
4.5 Battery Operation 22
4.6 Leveling the balance 23
4.6.1 Leveling the balance using the leveling assistant 24
4.7 Transporting the balance 25
4.8 Weighing below the balance 25
4.9 General requirements 26
4.9.1 Warming up the balance 26
4.9.2 Adjusting the balance 26
5 Weighing Made Simple 27
5.1 Switching on the balance 27
5.2 Switching off the balance 27
5.3 Main settings and activities at a glance 28
5.4 Navigation on the touch screen 29
5.4.1 Opening an application 29
5.4.2 Scrolling 29
5.4.3 Using shortcuts 30
5.5 Performing a simple weighing 30
5.6 Switching the weighing unit 31
5.7 Changing the resolution 33
5.8 Zeroing 34
5.9 Taring 34
5.10 Working with IDs 35
5.10.1 Defining an ID 35
5.10.2 Workflow options 36
5.11 Statistics 37
6 Activities 38
6.1 Activities - Weighing applications 38
6.1.1 Weighing 39
6.1.2 Counting 40
6.1.3 Percent Weighing 42
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6.1.4 Formulation 44
6.1.5 Dynamic Weighing 46
6.1.6 Check Weighing 48
6.1.7 Factor Weighing 52
6.1.8 Totaling 53
6.2 Activities - Adjustments and tests 55
6.2.1 FACT Fully automatic internal adjustment 56
6.2.2 Internal Adjustment 57
6.2.3 External Adjustment 58
7 General Settings 59
7.1 Quick settings 59
7.1.1 Date and time 59
7.1.2 Brightness 59
7.1.3 Sound 59
7.1.4 Language 60
7.1.5 Glove mode 60
7.1.6 Quick Adjustment 60
7.1.7 Leveling assistant 60
7.2 General configuration 61
7.2.1 Weighing options 61
7.2.2 Publishing 62
7.2.3 Devices/connectivity 64
7.2.4 System settings 65
7.2.5 ISO-log 66
7.2.6 Access protection 66
8 Communication with Peripheral Devices 67
8.1 PC-Direct Function 67
8.2 USB Device Interface 68
9 Firmware (Software) Updates 70
9.1 Operating principle 70
9.2 Update procedure 71
10 Error and Status Messages 72
11 Maintenance 73
11.1 Cleaning the glass draft shield (0.1 mg and 1 mg models) 73
11.2 Disposal 74
12 Interface Specification 75
12.1 RS232C interface 75
12.2 USB host 76
12.3 USB device 76
12.4 MT-SICS interface commands and functions 77
13 Technical Data 78
13.1 General Data 78
13.2 Model-Specific Data 79
13.2.1 Balances with Readability of 0.1 mg with Draft Shield 79
13.2.2 Balances with Readability of 1 mg with Draft Shield 81
13.2.3 Balances with Readability of 0.01 g 82
13.2.4 Balances with Readability of 0.1 g 84
13.3 Dimensions 85
13.3.1 Balances with readability of 0.1 mg with draft shield (235 mm) 85
13.3.2 Balances with readability of 1 mg with draft shield (235 mm) 86
13.3.3 Balances with readability of 0.01 g with square weighing pan and draft shield
element 87
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13.3.4 Balances with readability of 0.1 g with square weighing pan 88
14 Accessories and Spare Parts 89
14.1 Accessories 89
14.2 Spare parts 93
Index 95
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1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing a METTLER TOLEDO balance. The precision and analytical balances of the ML-T
line combine a large number of weighing possibilities with easy operation.
These operating instructions apply to all balance models of the ML-T line and are based on the initially
installed firmware (software) version V 3.32.
u www.mt.com/balances
1.1 Conventions and symbols used in these operating instructions
Key and button designations are indicated by a picture or text in square brackets (e.g. [
These symbols indicate an instruction:
§ prerequisites
1 steps
2 ...
ð results
]).
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2 Safety Information
2.1 Definition of signal warnings and symbols
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings.
Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false
results.
WARNING
CAUTION
Attention
Note
for a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in severe
injuries or death if not avoided.
for a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the device
or the property or in loss of data, or minor or medium injuries if not
avoided.
(no symbol)
for important information about the product.
(no symbol)
for useful information about the product.
General hazard Electrical shock
2.2 Product safety information
Intended use
Your balance is used for weighing. Use the balance exclusively for this purpose. Any other type of use and
operation beyond the limits of technical specifications without written consent from Mettler-Toledo AG, is
considered as not intended.
It is not permitted to use the instrument in explosive atmosphere of gases, steam, fog, dust
and flammable dust (hazardous environments).
General safety information
This balance complies with current industry standards and the recognized safety regulations; however, it
can constitute a hazard in use. Do not open the balance housing: The balance contains no user-serviceable
parts. In the event of problems, please contact a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
Always operate and use your instrument only in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.
The instructions for setting up your new instrument must be strictly observed.
If the instrument is not used according to these Operating Instructions, protection of the instrument
may be impaired and METTLER TOLEDO assumes no liability.
Staff safety
These operating instructions must be read and understood before using the balance. These operating
instructions must be retained for future reference.
The balance must not be altered or modified in any way. Only use METTLER TOLEDO original spare parts
and accessories.
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Safety notes
CAUTION
Damage to the balance
a) Only use indoors in dry locations.
b) Do not use pointed objects to operate the touch screen!
The balance is of a very sturdy design, but is still a precision instrument. It must be
handled with care.
c) Do not open the balance:
The balance contains no user-serviceable parts. In the event of problems, please
contact a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
d) Only use METTLER TOLEDO original accessories and peripheral devices for the
balance.
These are specifically designed for the balance.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
Use only the original universal AC/DC adapter delivered with your balance, and check that
the voltage printed on it is the same as your local power supply voltage. Only plug the
adapter into a socket which is grounded.
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3 Design and Function
3
5
4
1
2
9
7
0.1 mg
1 2
9
7
4
6
5
3
0.01 g
5
7
1 2 9
8
6
0.1 g
8
5
1
2 9
7
16
10 12 13
14 15
11
3.1 Components
Capacitive color TFT touch screen
1
Operation keys
2
Glass draft shield
3
Handle for operation of the draft shield door
4
Weighing pan
5
Draft ring element
6
Level indicator
7
Safety feet (0.01 g and 0.1 g models)
8
Leveling feet
9
Socket for AC/DC adapter
10
Service switch (for MT representatives only)
11
RS232C serial interface
12
Kensington slot for anti-theft purposes
13
USB Device Connection
14
USB Host Connection
15
Bat.ON to switch the balance on during battery
16
operation
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3.2 Peripheral devices
USB
Device
RS232C
USB
Host
5
3 4
1 2
Interfaces and possible connectivity of peripheral devices:
USB Device RS232C
PC Printer RS-P2x / P5x
Barcode Reader
RS 2nd Display
For more information about the peripheral devices see at section Accessories [}89].
3.3 Terminal keys
PC
No. Key Name Explanation
1
2
3
4
5
ON/OFF To switch the instrument on or off.
Capacitive color TFT touch screen General navigation
Tare To tare the balance.
Zero To zero the balance.
Home To return from any menu level, or other
window to the application home screen.
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3.4 User Interface
The screen is a capacitive color TFT touch screen. The screen not only displays information, it also allows
the user to enter commands by tapping on certain areas on its surface. You can choose the information
displayed on the screen, change balance settings or perform certain operations on the instrument.
Only those elements which are available for the current dialog appear on the display.
CAUTION
Do not touch the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects!
This may damage the touch screen.
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3.4.1 Application home screen
Prepare weight and start
The application home screen appears after the startup of the instrument. It always shows the last
application that was being used before the balance was switched off. The application home screen is the
main screen of the balance, from where every function can be accessed. You can always return to the
application home screen by pressing on the home button [
Information and work bars
Name Explanation
Weighing information bar Shows the weighing-in aid and general balance information.
1
Work title bar Shows information about the current activity.
2
Value bar Shows information about the current weighing process.
3
Main navigation Work-related functions.
4
] in the lower right corner of the screen.
Information fields
Name Explanation
Weighing-in aid A dynamic graphic indicator shows the used amount of the total
5
weighing range.
Short balance information Readability and capacity of the balance.*
6
Weighing value field Shows the value of the current weighing process.
7
Coach text field Shows instructions for the current weighing process.
8
* For approved balances: Min (minimum capacity) and e (Verification scale interval) are shown in the left
upper corner.
Action buttons
Name Explanation
Main activity configuration
9
Detailed balance Information Shows detailed technical data about the balance.
10
Weighing unit Shows the unit of the current weighing process.
11
Activities To open the activities selection.
12
Print To print out results and/or settings (printer required).
13
Settings/Preferences To configure settings/preferences.
14
Status information field Shows information about the system status.
15
To configure the current application (e.g. Weighing).
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3.4.2 Input Dialogs
ID 1 - Label
3.4.2.1 Entering Characters and Numbers
The keyboard dialog allows the user to enter characters including letters, numbers and a variety of special
characters.
Name Explanation
Input field Shows the characters that have been entered.
1
Delete all To delete all entered characters.
2
Switch If a switch appears on the right side in the content title bar, it must be
3
switched on in order to enter a value.
Discard To discard the entered data and to exit the dialog.
4
Page indicator To navigate when the dialog consists of several steps.
5
Confirm To confirm the data entered.
6
Delete To delete the last entered character.
7
Shift To switch between lower and upper case letters.
8
Specialized tabs To switch the keyboard mode for entering letters, numbers or special
9
characters.
Explanation field Extra information about the value to enter (e.g. the maximum number of
10
characters available).
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3.4.2.2 Changing the date and time
Time
The dialog (Picker view) allows the user to set the date and time.
Name Explanation
Change date/time format Various date/time formats can be chosen.
1
Pick button Increment
2
Picker field Shows the defined time/date.
3
Pick button Decrement
4
Selection tabs Tabs of the selectable sub-categories
5
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3.4.3 Lists and tables
General configuration
Weighing options
Publishing
Devices/connectivity
System settings
Basic elements of a simple list include a content title and a list of sub-elements. Tapping on an element
opens a list of sub-elements or an input dialog.
Name Explanation
List title Title of the current list
1
Contextual help Additional information about the current process
2
Back button To go one step back.
3
List element title Title of the list element
4
Scroll position The list can be scrolled.
5
Selection tabs Tabs of the selectable sub-categories.
6
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3.4.4 Detailed balance information
Balance ML204
- Tab on [
] to open the general balance information menu.
Balance information
Tap on [
The display shows balance identification defined by the user (see the section system settings),
information about the software and the hardware.
] to display balance information.
Balance support information
Tap on [
The display shows Support information, Service information (next service due) and Quick support
request
] to display balance support information.
Quick support request
Quick support request contains an unique QR code. If you have a QR (Quick Response) code reader on
your smart phone, you can take a picture of the QR code. The smartphone creates an email with all relevant
service information.
Note
Make sure that the QR code can be identified by the smart phone. A program to read the QR codes must be
installed. Make sure that there are no access restrictions, which could block your email program in some
way.
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4 Installation and Putting into Operation
This section describes how to put the new instrument into operation.
4.1 Scope of delivery
Components 0.1 mg 1 mg 0.01 g 0.1g
Draft shield 235 mm – –
Weighing pan Ø 90 mm – – –
Ø 120 mm – – –
170 x 190 mm – –
Draft shield element – –
Pan support
Bottom plate – –
Protective cover
Universal AC adapter (country
specific)
Operating instructions printed or
on CD-ROM depending on the
country
Quick Guide
EC declaration of conformity
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4.2 Installing the components
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
1
4
Balances with readability of 0.1 mg, with draft
shield (235 mm)
Place the following components on the balance in
the specified order:
Note
Push the side glass back as far as it will go and
hold the draft shield (1) with both hands on the bars
at the top.
• Bottom plate (2)
• Draft shield element (3)
• Pan support (4)
• Weighing pan (5)
Balances with readability of 1 mg, with draft
shield (235 mm)
Place the following components on the balance in
the specified order:
Note: Push the side glass back as far as it will go
and hold the draft shield (1) with both hands on the
bars at the top.
• Bottom plate (2)
• Pan support (3)
• Weighing pan (4)
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Balances with readability of 10 mg with square
5
4
3
2
1
2
1
weighing pan and draft shield element
1 Remove the two screws (1)
2 Remove the plate (2) and retain it.
3 Place draft shield element (3) and fix it with the
two screws.
4 Place pan support (4) with weighing pan (5).
Balances with readability of 0.1 g with square
weighing pan
- Place the following components on the balance in
the specified order:
• Pan support (1)
• Weighing pan (2)
4.3 Selecting the location
Your balance is a sensitive precision instrument; the location where it is placed will have a profound effect
on the repeatability and accuracy of weighing results. Chose a stable surface that is as horizontal as
possible. The surface must be able to safety carry the weight of a fully loaded balance.
Observe ambient conditions (see Technical Data).
Avoid the following:
• Direct sunlight
• Air drafts (e.g. from fans or air conditioners)
• Temperature fluctuations
• Vibrations
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4.4 Connecting the instrument
The balance is supplied with a country-specific AC/DC adapter or with a country-specific power cable. The
power supply is suitable for all line voltages in the range: 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. For detailed specifications, see the section Technical Data.
CAUTION
Allow the balance to warm up for 30 minutes (0.1 mg models need 60 minutes) to adapt itself to the
ambient conditions.
Connect the AC/DC adapter to the connection socket on the back of your
balance and to the power line.
Attention
• Check if the local power supply falls within this range. If this is not the case, under no circumstances
connect the AC/DC adapter to the power supply, but contact a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
• The power plug must be accessible at all times.
• Prior to use, check the power cable for damage.
• Route the cable in such a way that it cannot be damaged or cause a hindrance when working.
• Ensure that no liquid ever comes into contact with the AC/DC adapter.
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4.5 Battery Operation
The balance can be operated with batteries. Under standard operation conditions, the balance works for
about 8 hours (using alkaline batteries). After the AC power supply is interrupted e.g. by withdrawing the
power plug or if there is a power failure, the balance switches to battery operation. Once the AC power
supply is restored, the balance reverts automatically to AC operation.
Note
Rechargeable batteries can be used. Batteries can NOT be charged by the balance.
Rechargeable batteries have a lower voltage of 1.2 V. Therefore, the battery indication shown on the
balance might differ from the actual battery status.
In battery operation mode, a battery symbol appears in the status
information field. The size of the white bar indicates the battery
condition. When the batteries status reaches 25%, part of the
symbol becomes red. If the status is lower than 15%, the whole
symbol becomes red.
CAUTION
• The balance must be disconnected from the power supply when replacing batteries.
• Do not place the balance on the pan support location bolt.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer.
• Do not mix different types or brands of batteries. Performance of batteries varies depending on the
manufacturer.
• Remove the batteries from the balance if the balance is not used for a long period of time.
• Batteries must be disposed of properly, according to local regulations.
Note
The balance works with 8 standard AA (LR6) batteries (alkaline batteries preferred).
100% full
75%
50%
25%
15%
Changing batteries
1 Remove weighing pan, pan support and draft shield element or
draft shield "100 mm" if present.
2 Turn the balance carefully on its side.
3 Open and remove the battery chamber cover.
4 Insert / replace the batteries with the correct polarity as shown in
the battery holder.
5 Insert and close the battery chamber cover.
6 Turn the balance carefully to its normal position.
7 Reinstall all components in the reverse order.
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4.6 Leveling the balance
Exact horizontal positioning and stable installation are prerequisites for repeatable and accurate weighing
results.
Note
To compensate for small irregularities or inclinations (±2 %), the instrument must be leveled and adjusted
each time it is moved to a new location.
The balance can be levelled with the leveling assistant and/or with the level indicator on top of the terminal.
There are two adjustable leveling feet to compensate for slight irregularities in the surface of the weighing
bench.
Balances with two levelling feet
- Adjust the two front leveling feet until the air bubble comes to rest
exactly in the middle of the glass:
Air bubble at "12 o'clock" turn both feet clockwise
Air bubble at "3 o'clock" turn left foot clockwise, right
foot counterclockwise
Air bubble at "6 o'clock" turn both feet counter-
clockwise
Air bubble at "9 o'clock" turn left foot counterclockwise,
right foot clockwise
Balances with four levelling feet
1 First turn the two rear leveling feet all the way in.
2 Adjust the two front leveling feet as previously described.
3 Turn the rear leveling feet down onto the surface for extra
stabilizing safety, so the balance cannot tilt over under eccentric
loads.
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4.6.1 Leveling the balance using the leveling assistant
Instrument is out of level
When the balance is switched on at its new location, the symbol
in the status information field at the left side of the screen.
1 Tap on [
ð The screen Notifications opens.
2 Select The instrument is out of level.
ð The function Leveling assistant opens.
The function Leveling assistant is a step-by-step guidance that helps in leveling the balance.
Navigation: [
].
] Quick settings/Preferences > [ ] Leveling assistant
The instrument is out of level appears
After following the instructions, the leveling assistant will show the next steps. Follow the steps until the
balance is levelled.
Note
Always use the physical air bubble of the level indicator as a reference.
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4.7 Transporting the balance
A
Switch off the balance and remove the power cable and any interface cable from the balance. Refer to the
notes in section Selecting the location [}20] regarding the choice of an optimal location.
Transporting over short distances
CAUTION
For balances with a draft shield:
Never lift the balance by its glass draft shield. The draft shield is not sufficiently fastened
to the balance.
Transporting over long distances
CAUTION
If you would like to transport or ship your balance over long distances, use the complete
original packaging.
4.8 Weighing below the balance
The balances are equipped with a hanger for carrying out weighings below the work surface.
CAUTION
• Do not place the balance on the pan support location bolt (0.1 mg and 1 mg models).
• Models with a glass draft shield: Carefully lift the draft shield from the weighing platform and put it
aside.
1 Switch off the balance and remove the power cable and any
interface cable from the balance.
2 Remove weighing pan, pan support and draft shield element or
"Easy draft shield" if present.
3 Turn the balance carefully on its side.
4 Remove one of the caps (A) depending on the model.
5 Then turn the balance to its normal position and simply reinstall
all components in the reverse order.
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4.9 General requirements
4.9.1 Warming up the balance
Before working with the balance, it must be warmed up in order to obtain accurate weighing results. To
reach operating temperature, the balance must be connected to the power supply for at least:
• 30 minutes for balances with a readability of 1mg (0.01ct) to 0.1g.
• 60 minutes for balances with a readability of 0.1mg (0.001ct) and higher.
4.9.2 Adjusting the balance
To obtain accurate weighing results, the balance must be adjusted to match the gravitational acceleration at
its location and depending on the ambient conditions. After reaching the operation temperature, an
adjustment is necessary in the following cases:
• Before the balance is used for the first time.
• When the balance (readability of 0.1 mg) was disconnected from the power or switched off in battery
operation or in case of a power failure.
• After a change of location and after the warming-up phase.
• At regular intervals during weighing service.
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5 Weighing Made Simple
This section describes how to perform a simple weighing. In addition, the basic concept of the navigation
and the basic functions of the balance are explained.
5.1 Switching on the balance
Switching on the balance for the first time
1 Remove any load from the weighing pan.
2 Connect the balance using the AC/DC adapter to the mains.
ð After the start screen has disappeared, the balance starts with the application home screen.
After the balance has switched on for the first time, it can be switched on by pressing long on [
Note
When the balance is switched on for the first time, the home screen of the application Weighing opens. If
the balance is switched on again, it always starts with the home screen of the application that was last
used before switching off.
5.2 Switching off the balance
1 Press on [
2 Tap on [
ð the balance switches off and goes into standby mode.
Note
• After switching on from standby mode, the balance needs no warm-up time and is immediately ready
for weighing.
• If the balance has been switched off after a preselected time, the display is dimly lit and shows the time
and the date.
• If the balance has been switched off manually, the display is off.
To completely switch off the balance, it must be disconnected from the power supply.
] and hold until the dialog Switch-off appears.
].
].
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5.3 Main settings and activities at a glance
Application main
configuration
Balance information
General settings Activities
The diagram below provides an overview of the main settings of an application (in this example,
Weighing). Depending on the application, the selectable options and their content can differ. Every
application is based on this concept.
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5.4 Navigation on the touch screen
Activities
Weighing applications
Counting
Percent weighing
Percent
weighing
Quick settings
Date and Time
Brightness
Sound
ON (3 of 3 beeps)
Language
To interact with the balance, use the screen and the operating keys at the bottom of the screen. The
navigation on the screen is similar to the navigation on a smart phone or tablet PC.
5.4.1 Opening an application
To open settings or applications, tap with your finger on the symbol of the application (e.g. [
Weighing).
5.4.2 Scrolling
When the options are too numerous to be shown on one screen, a blue bar on the right side appears. This
means that the user can scroll up and down. For scrolling, simply place your finger somewhere in the list
and drag it up or down.
]
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5.4.3 Using shortcuts
To simplify navigation on the capacitive color TFT touch screen, there are a few shortcuts that allow quick
access to the most important areas of the balance. The weighing value field on the application home screen
for example works as a shortcut (see diagram below), so does the weighing unit next to the weighing value
field. Depending on the application, there may be other shortcuts that can be used.
Note
Every setting that can be changed directly via shortcut, can also be changed in the main configuration
settings of the application.
5.5 Performing a simple weighing
When you switch on the balance for the first time, the home screen of the application Weighing opens
automatically. If the balance was used already, the last used application before the balance was switched
off opens. If another application is running, switch to the application Weighing.
Navigation:
] > Activities - Weighing applications > [ ] Weighing
[
1 Press [
ð The initial screen looks like this:
2 Place a sample on the weighing pan.
ð The unstability symbol
] to zero the balance or [ ] to tare the balance.
appears and the value in the weighing value field becomes light blue.
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