RADWAG APP 35/2C/1, APP 10/2C/1, APP 25/2C/1, APP 30/2C/1, APP 6/35/2C/1 User Manual

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User manual no.: LMI-53-05/11/12/A
BALANCES APP/2C
SERIES
MANUFACTURER OF ELECTRONIC WEIGHING INSTRUMENTS
RADWAG 26 – 600 Radom, Bracka 28, POLAND phone +48 48 38 48 800, fax. +48 48 385 00 10 e-mail: export@radwag.com
www.radwag.com
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NOVEMBER 2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................... 5
2. BASIC INFORMATION ......................................................................... 6
2.1. Intended use ............................................................................................... 6
2.2. Inappropriate use........................................................................................ 6
2.3. Warranty ..................................................................................................... 6
2.4. Monitoring metrological parameters of the instrument ................................ 7
2.5. Data included in this user manual............................................................... 7
2.6. Staff training ............................................................................................... 7
3. TRANSPORT I STORAGE ................................................................... 7
3.1. Delivery check ............................................................................................ 7
3.2. Packaging ................................................................................................... 7
4. UNPACKING, ASSEMBLING AND STARTUP ..................................... 8
4.1. Assembling and place of use ...................................................................... 8
4.2. Unpacking .................................................................................................. 8
4.3. Standard delivery components ................................................................. 10
4.4. Cleaning ................................................................................................... 10
4.5. Plugging to mains ..................................................................................... 10
4.6. Connecting peripheral equipment ............................................................. 11
5. BASIC FUNCTIONS ........................................................................... 11
6. BALANCE KEYBOARD ...................................................................... 13
7. START-UP .......................................................................................... 14
8. USER MENU ....................................................................................... 15
8.1. Moving through user menu ....................................................................... 15
8.2. Return to weighing mode .......................................................................... 18
9. WEIGHING .......................................................................................... 18
9.1. Selection of basic measuring unit ............................................................. 19
9.2. Temporary measuring unit ........................................................................ 21
9.3. Setting accessibility of balance working modes ........................................ 21
9.3.1. Selection of working modes available for a user ............................. 23
9.3.2. Means of selecting one of available working modes ....................... 24
9.4. Dual range balance (APP 6/35/2C) .......................................................... 25
10. BALANCE MAIN PARAMETERS ....................................................... 26
10.1. Setting filtering level ................................................................................. 26
10.2. Value release ........................................................................................... 27
10.3. Autozero function...................................................................................... 28
10.4. Blanking of the last digit on the display ..................................................... 29
10.5. Weighing mode RAPID ............................................................................. 30
11. OTHER PARAMETERS ...................................................................... 31
11.1. Backlight of weighing result (display backlight) ........................................ 31
11.2. Adjusting display brightness ..................................................................... 32
11.3. “Beep” sound – reaction on pressing function key .................................... 33
11.4. Printout of all balance parameters through RS 232 port ........................... 34
12. BALANCE ADJUSTMENT .................................................................. 35
12.1. Internal adjustment ................................................................................... 35
12.2. Menu adjustments settings ....................................................................... 37
12.3. Adjustment test ......................................................................................... 41
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12.3.1. Balances with internal adjustment system.................................. 41
12.3.2. Balances with external adjustment system ................................. 42
12.4. Manual adjustment ................................................................................... 43
12.4.1. Internal adjustment ..................................................................... 43
12.4.2. External adjustment ................................................................... 44
12.5. Adjustment report printout ........................................................................ 44
13. DETERMINING CONTENT OF A PRINTOUT FOR GLP
PROCEDURE ..................................................................................... 46
14. BALANCE WORKING MODES .......................................................... 49
14.1. Parts counting of the same unit mass ....................................................... 50
14.2. Checkweighing (HiLo) with reference to set standard .............................. 54
14.3. Percent setup with reference mass .......................................................... 57
14.3.1. Reference mass determined by weighing .................................. 57
14.3.2. Reference mass inserted to balance memory by a user ............ 58
14.4. Density determination of solids and liquids ............................................... 60
14.4.1. Density determination of solids .................................................. 61
14.4.2. Density determination of liquids ................................................. 65
14.5. Totalizing .................................................................................................. 69
14.6. Working mode FILL .................................................................................. 72
15. RS 232 FUNCTIONS .......................................................................... 73
15.1. Baud rate .................................................................................................. 73
15.2. Continuous transmission .......................................................................... 74
15.2.1. Continuous transmission in basic measuring unit ...................... 74
15.2.2. Continuous transmission – in current measuring unit ................. 75
15.3. Setting operation mode for RS 232 interface ............................................ 76
15.4. Determination of data type sent through RS 232 output ........................... 77
15.5. Minimal mass required for activation of automatic printout ....................... 78
16. COOPERATION WITH A PRINTER OR A COMPUTER ................... 79
16.1. Cross-section through connecting conductors .......................................... 80
16.2. Printing date with specified date and time ................................................ 81
16.3. Cooperation with statistic printer Kafka SQS ............................................ 81
16.4. Format of data sending ............................................................................. 81
16.4.1. Format of data sent on pressing of PRINT key .......................... 82
16.4.2. Format of data sent as response for commands generated from a
computer .................................................................................... 82
17. UNDER HOOK WEIGHING ................................................................ 83
18. LIST OF COMMANDS COMPUTER – BALANCE ............................. 84
19. ERROR MESSAGES .......................................................................... 85
20. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT ................................................................ 86
20.1. Anti-Vibration table ................................................................................... 86
20.2. Additional display...................................................................................... 86
20.3. Computer software ................................................................................... 86
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1. TECHNICAL DATA
Balance with
external
adjustment
system
APP
10/2C/1
APP
25/2C/1
APP
30/2C/1
APP
35/2C/1
APP
6/35/2C/1
APP
50/2C/1
Balance with
internal
adjustment
system
APP
10/2C
*
APP
25/2C
*
APP
30/2C
APP
35/2C
APP
6/35/2C
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Max. capacity
10 kg 25 kg 30 kg 35 kg 6/35 kg 50 kg
Tare range
-10 kg -25 kg -30 kg -35 kg -35 kg -50 kg
Linearity
± 0,02 g ± 0,1 g ± 0,3 g ± 0,3 g ± 1/5 g ± 0,5 g
Readability
0,01 g 0,1 g 0,1 g 0,1 g 1/5 g 0,1 g
Repeatability
0,01 g 0,1 g 0,1 g 0,1 g 1/5 g 0,15 g
Working temperature
+10 °C - +40 °C
Power supply
110 ÷ 230 V AC / 50 ÷ 60 Hz / 13,5 ÷ 16 V DC / 1,6A
Sensitivity drift
2 ppm/°C in temperature +15°C - +35°C
Pan size
347 x 259 mm
*
- verified balance
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2. BASIC INFORMATION
2.1. Intended use
Precision balance APPC series is designed to determine the weighing value of loads in laboratory environment. It is intended for application as a non­automatic weighing instrument only, i.e. the material to be weighed is manually and carefully placed in the center of the weighing pan. Weighing result should be read only after stable reading has been obtained – stability pictogram is visible on balance’s display.
2.2. Inappropriate use
Do not use the balance as a dynamic weighing instrument. Even if small quantities of weighed material are added or removed from the weighing pan of the instrument, the reading should be taken only after stabilization of the measurement result. Do not place any magnetic materials on the weighing pan, as this can cause damage of the measuring system of the instrument. Be sure to avoid impact shock and overloading the balance in excess of the prescribed maximum measuring range (max capacity), minus any possible tare weight that has been applied. Never use the balance in an environment endangered by an explosion. This balance has not been adjusted for operation in explosive areas. There must not be any modification made to the balance.
2.3. Warranty
Warranty is not valid at the following:
Non-observation of the guidelines of this user manual,
Use of balance other than specified in this manual,
Alternation to or opening of the device,
Mechanical damage and damage caused by media, natural water,
and tear,
Inappropriate assembling or defects of electric installation,
Overloading of the measuring instrument.
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2.4. Monitoring metrological parameters of the instrument
Metrological characteristics of the balance requires periodical inspection carried out by its operator. Inspection frequency is conditioned by ambient conditions in which the balance is used, types of performed processes and accepted quality management system in an organization.
2.5. Data included in this user manual
Please read the user manual carefully before assembling and startup, even if the user is experienced with this type of weighing instruments.
2.6. Staff training
This balance should only be operated and maintained by personnel who is trained and experienced in using this type of balances.
3. TRANSPORT I STORAGE
3.1. Delivery check
Please check the packaging immediately upon delivery and the device during unpacking for any visible signs of external damage.
3.2. Packaging
Please retain all parts of the original packaging should the balance be transported in the future. Only the original packaging should be used for dispatching the balance. Before packing, disconnect all attached cables and remove any loose/movable parts (weighing pan, anti-draft shields, etc.). Please place balance and its components in their original packaging, and protect them against damage during transport.
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4. UNPACKING, ASSEMBLING AND STARTUP
4.1. Assembling and place of use
Balance should be stored and used in locations free of vibrations and shakes, free of air movement and dust,
Ambient air temperature should not exceed the range of: +10
o
C ÷ +40oC,
Ambient relative humidity should not exceed 80%,
During balance operation, ambient temperature in the weighing room should
not change more than 3°C within one hour,
The balance should be located on a stable wall console desk or a stable working table which is not affected by vibrations and distant from heat sources,
Take special safety measures when weighing magnetic objects, as part of the balance is a strong magnet. Should such loads be weighed, use under hook weighing option, which removes the weighed load from area influenced by the balance’s magnet. For assembling the hook for under hook weighing option see the bottom section of balance’s housing,
In order to avoid influence of static electricity on the measurement process, ground the balance’s housing. the grounding bolt is located at the back of balance’s housing.
4.2. Unpacking
Cut protective tape. Carefully remove the balance from its packaging. Remove any accessories from their packaging needed to correct balance operation.
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Remove the weighing pan from balance’s housing and remove the transport protections, as shown on above figure.
After unpacking, unscrew bolt (1) locking balance’s adjustment mechanism.
Assembly the weighing pan.
Pay attention to correct positioning of the weighing pan on balance’s
mandrels – the weighing pan must not touch balance’s housing, and it should rest steadily.
After removing transport protections, and assembling the weighing pan connect the terminal to balance’s socket located at the back of the housing – only non legalization balaces, and next connect needed peripheral equipment. Only then plug the balance to mains (power socket is located at the back of balance’s housing).
Place the balance in its intended place of use.
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Level the balance by turning its adjustable feet. Then using a wrench (3) tighten up the nut (2) on the adjustable foot (1) to balance’s basis until refusal point.
Setting
Before plugging to mains, level the balance using adjustable feet. Turn the feet in a way that the air bubble of the level is located centrally.
Only then plug the balance to mains (power socket is located at the back of balance’s housing).
4.3. Standard delivery components
Balance.
Weighing pan.
Power adapter.
User manual.
4.4. Cleaning
Balance should be cleaned with damp cloth by gentle wiping the smudges of dirt. In order to clean the weighing pan of the balance, please remove it from the weighing chamber. Cleaning of the pan when assembled may cause
damage of the measuring system of the balance.
4.5. Plugging to mains
Balance can be plugged to mains only with a power adapter that comes standard with the balance. Nominal power supply of the power adapter (specified on the data plate of the power adapter) should be compatible to the power from mains. Plug the balance to mains – the plugging socket is
located at the back of balance’s housing. Balance display will light and show name and number of software, after which balance will display 0.00g (in case of balances with readability 0,01g) or 0.0g (for balances with readability 0,1g). . If indication is other than zero, press ZERO/TARE key.
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4.6. Connecting peripheral equipment
The balance must be unplugged from the mains before connecting or disconnecting any peripheral equipment (printer, PC computer). Use only peripheral equipment recommended by the manufacturer with your balance. These have been ideally coordinated to your balance. On connecting a peripheral device, plug the balance to mains.
5. BASIC FUNCTIONS
Functions related to measuring unit
- setting default measuring unit <StUn>,
- weighing in grams [g],
- weighing in kilograms [kg],
- weighing in carats [ct],
- weighing in units from beyond SI (available only in non-verified
balances): lb], [oz], [ozt], [dwt], [t], [mom], [gn],
functions related to working modes
- parts counting <PcS>,
- checkweighing (+/- control) <HiLo>,
- percent setup <PrcA>, <PrcB>,
- density determination of solids <d_Co>,
- density determination of liquid <d_Li>,
- totalizing <Add>,
- FiLL mode <FiLL>
functions related to setting a balance to ambient and working conditions at a workstation
- enabling / disabling autozero system <Auto>,
- setting the parameter of measurement result averaging <AuE>,
- measurement result value release <ConF>,
- weighing mode <rAPd>,
- display backlight <bl>,
- display brightness <bLbA>,
- beep signal (balance reaction on pressing a function key) <bEEP>,
functions related to use of RS 232 interface
- setting baud rate <bAud>,
- Continuous data transmission in basic measuring unit <CntA>,
- Continuous data transmission in current measuring unit <Cntb>,
- Automatic operation mode <rEPL>.
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Balance APPC series can be used to weigh loads under the weighing platform – i.e. under hook weighing option. Balance software enables printing a report from adjustment process containing a set of data on adjustment conditions and criteria (see GLP procedures).
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6. BALANCE KEYBOARD
ON/OFF key enables switching on and off balance’s display. If
switched off balance components other than the display are
powered, and balance is in stand-by mode.
F key. Function key, which enables quick entering the settings of an active working mode.
MODE key for selecting balance’s working mode.
UNITS key, changes measuring units.
PRINT/ENTER key - Sends current display status to a
peripheral device (PRINT) or accepts selected value of a
parameter or function (ENTER).
ESC/ZERO/TARE key – zeroing / tarring of balance’s indication.
Adjustment – function key of immediate initiating the adjustment / calibration process.
Function key for entering the main menu of a balance.
Navigating arrows for moving in balance’s menu or changing parameter value
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7. START-UP
When plugged to mains, the balance displays name and number of software, and afterwards proceeds to weighing mode.
Balance temperature stabilization period.
Before start of measuring processes, it is necessary to wait until the balance is thermally stabilized. It is a period of so called balance self-heating. In case of balances APP series self-heating period takes approximately 15 minutes. The specified time interval refers to balances that have been stored in room temperature before plugging to mains. For balances that were stored in much lower temperatures before plugging to mains (e.g. during winter period) thermal stabilization should last approximately 4 hours. Correct operation of a balance is possible within temperature range specified in the technical parameters, see point 1. If the balance is placed in area which ambient temperature is out of temperature range specified in the technical data, then balance’s display may signal such situation by lighting an appropriate marker (a black triangle).
In case the balance displays the marker, increase or decrease ambient temperature, depending on present temperature value. It is recommended that ambient temperature changes at balance’s place of use are very small (slow).
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8. USER MENU
Balance menu is divided into 7 basic function groups. Each group has individual name.
8.1. Moving through user menu
An operator moves through balance menu using keys on overlay’s keyboard:
Setup key. Entering balance’s main menu.
Selecting group of parameters one by one d
ownwards or
changing parameter value by one value downwards.
Selecting group of parameters one by one upwards or changing
parameter value by one value upwards.
Selecting group of parameters for activating. On pressing the
key, the display indicates t
he first parameter in a selected group.
Exit to previous menu level, e.g. to main menu.
Esc/TARE key. Abandon parameter changes.
PRINT/ENTER key. Accept / confirm introduced changes.
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Name of function groups and their content:
P1 CAL [Adjustment/Calibration]
P1.1 iCAL | [internal adjustment] P1.2 ECAL | [external adjustment] P1.3 tCAL | [adjustment triggered by temperature] P1.4 ACAL | both/nonE/tenno/tinnE [automatic adjustment] P1.5 CALt | 1 h ÷ 12h [time of automatic adjustment] P1.6 CALr | YES/no [report from adjustment]
P2 GLP [Good Laboratory Practice]
P2.1 USr | _ [name of user] P2.2 PrJ | _ [name of project] P2.3 Ptin | YES/no [printout of measurement time] P2.4 PdAt | YES/no [printout of measurement date] P2.5 PUSr | YES/no [printout of user name] P2.6 PPrJ | YES/no [printout of project name] P2.7 PId | YES/no [printout of balance’s factory no.] P2.8 PFr | YES/no [printout of frames]
P3 rEAd [Main user parameters]
P3.1 AuE | Stand/Slouu/FASt [filtering level] P3.2 ConF | FASt_rEL/Fast/rEL [value release] P3.3 Auto | On/OFF [autozero] P3.4 Ldi9 | ALuuAYS/neper/uu_StAb [blanking last digit] P3.5 rAPd I YES/no [weighing mode RAPID]
P4 Print [Data transmission – RS 232]
P4.1 bAud | 2400/4800/9600/19200 [baud rate] P4.2 CntA | YES/no [continuous printout in current
measuring unit] P4.3 Cntb | YES/no [continuous printout in basic measuring
unit] P4.4 rEPL | YES/no [manual or automatic operation] P4.5 PStb | YES/no [result printout: stable or unstable] P4.6 Lo | 000.0000 [minimum mass threshold for automatic
operation]
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P5 Unit [Measuring units]
P5.1 StUn | g/mg/kg/ct/lb/oz/ozt/dwt/t/mom/G [basic measuring units – e.g. gram]
P5.2 mg | YES/no [mg - milligram] P5.3
g | YES/no [kg– kilogram] P5.4 Ct | YES/no [ct – carat] P5.5 lb | YES/no [lb – pound] P5.6 oZ | YES/no [oz – ounce] P5.7 oZt | YES/no [ozt – ounce troy] P5.8 dwt | YES/no [dwt – pennyweight] P5.9 t | YES/no [t – tael] P5.10 nno | YES/no [mom - momme] P5.11 Gr | YES/no [gr – grain]
P6 Func [Working modes]
P6.1 FFun | ALL/PcS/HiLo/PrcA/Prcb/d_Co/d_Li/Add/FiLL [working mode selection]
P6.2 PcS | YES/no [parts counting] P6.3 HiLo | YES/no [checkweighing] P6.4 PrcA | YES/no [percent setup with reference to
weighed standard] P6.5 Prcb | YES/no [percent setup with reference to
declared standard] P6.6 d_Co | YES/no [density determination of solids] P6.7 d_Li | YES/no [density determination of liquids] P6.8 Add I YES/no [totalizing] P6.9 FiLL I YES/no [working mode FiLL]
P7 othEr [Other functions]
P7.1 bL | On/Aut/OFF [display backlight] P7.2 bLbA |no/20/30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100 [display brightness] P7.3 bEEP | On/OFF [beep sound] P7.4 PrnS | [printout of balance parameters]
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8.2. Return to weighing mode
CAUTION
Changes introduced in balance memory will be saved on return to weighing with procedure of saving changes. Press ESC/TARE key for several times, until the display shows command SAvE?.
When display indicates the above command for saving changes, press on e of below options:
PRINT/ENTER – save changes or ESC/TARE – abandon introduced changes, and leave to
balance menu.
After pressing an appropriate key, balance goes back to weighing mode.
9. WEIGHING
Before start of weighing process or in case of essential change of ambient conditions at a workstation (e.g. ambient temperature change at a workstation more than 3
o
C) the balance requires adjusting. The procedure of balance adjustment is
described further in this user manual.
Before start of weighing procedure, it is recommended to load the balance’s
weighing pan a few times with mass close to balance max capacity,
Check if unloaded balance indicates “precise zero” - and whether measurement is stable -
, if not press ESC/TARE key;
Press Units key to set a measuring unit: [g], [kg], [ct], and also if enabled in factory menu [lb], [oz], [ozt], [dwt], [t], [mom], [gn],
place weighed object on balance’s weighing pan and read result only on stabilization of measurement result,
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mass indication of a load placed on balance’s weighing pan can be tarred for multiple times by pressing ESC/TARE key ((pay attention not to exceed maximal capacity of a balance by applying multiple tare function),
During times between carrying out the following measurement series do not unplug the balance from mains. It is recommended to switch off balance’s display by pressing ON/OFF key. On repeated pressing of the ON/OFF key the balance is ready for operation and carrying out the following measurements.
9.1. Selection of basic measuring unit
Function is used to set the measuring unit which will be displayed on balance switching on.
In order to set the measuring unit go to submenu P5 Units,
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press key for a few times. The display indicates available measuring units in turns
After selecting the basic measuring unit press PRINT key. The balance returns to displaying parameter name.
Available settings:
For verified balances, a user can select from the following measuring units: [g], [kg], [ct]
For non-verified balances, a user can select from the following measuring units: [g], [kg], [ct], [lb], [oz], [ozt], [dwt], [t], [mom], [gn].
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Go back to weighing mode with procedure of saving changes
(see point - 8. 2. – return to weighing).
CAUTION:
On switching on, the balance will start operating with set basic measuring unit.
9.2. Temporary measuring unit
Function enables selecting a measuring unit which will be indicated next to mass readout during weighing process. Set measuring unit will be in use from the moment of its activation until its change or switching off and on the balance. Each pressing the Units key, causes change of the measuring unit.
Available settings:
For verified balances, a user can select from the following measuring units: [g], [kg], [ct]
For non-verified balances, a user can select from the following measuring units: [g], [kg], [ct], [lb], [oz], [ozt], [dwt], [t], [mom], [gn].
9.3. Setting accessibility of balance working modes
This group of parameters enables the user to declare functions (working modes) which are accessible on pressing of MODE key.
Enter group of parameters P6 Func,
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9.3.1. Selection of working modes available for a user
Function enables selecting (by pressing MODE key) which working modes are accessible during weighing function – if all – then select (ALL) and if only one from all available (described below).
After setting the parameter press PRINT key. Balance goes back to displaying submenu name P6.1 FFun.
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If a mode other than ALL is selected, procedure of returning to weighing mode differs from other ones.
If for instance PcS mode is selected, follow procedure in accordance with point 14.1 point, to return to weighing:
Press Esc/TARE key, balance returns to weighing.
9.3.2. Means of selecting one of available working modes
Balance user can enable or disable modes which are not used in the weighing process. This provides quicker access to modes used on a balance.
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YES - mode enabled; no - mode disabled On selecting, press PRINT key. The balance returns to displaying
submenu name.
Go back to weighing mode with procedure of saving changes
(see point - 8. 2. – return to weighing).
9.4. Dual range balance (APP 6/35/2C)
Balance APP 6/35/2C series is a dual range weighing instrument. The accuracy of the I weighing range is d
1
=1g, and of the II weighing range it is d
2
=5g. Transfer from weighing with the accuracy of the I weighing range to weighing with the accuracy of the II weighing range takes place automatically on exceeding Max
1
point at 6kg (with no operator activity needed). On switching to weighing with the accuracy of the II weighing range, the display signals it by indicating II pictogram on its right side.
From now on the balance weighs mass with the accuracy of the II weighing range.
In order to return to weighing in the accuracy of the I weighing range:
Take the weighed load off the weighing pan
As the indication returns to zero and pictograms
→0←
and are lit
press
0/T
key on balance’s keyboard.
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The balance returns to weighing with the accuracy of the I weighing range d1=1g and II weighing range pictogram is blanked.
10. BALANCE MAIN PARAMETERS
It is possible to adjust balance’s operation to ambient conditions at a workstation (by setting filter range and value release parameters) or user requirements (autozero settings, last digit visibility). These parameters are set in group P3 rEAd.
10.1. Setting filtering level
- using UNITS key to select desired value of filter settings StAnd – (normal) – normal operation conditions
Slouu – (slow) – harsh operation conditions - vibrations, etc. Fast – (fast) – good operation conditions – no vibrations, etc.
Go back to weighing mode with procedure of saving changes
(see point - 8. 2. – return to weighing).
CAUTION:
The higher filtering setting the longer weighing time.
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10.2. Value release
Due to various ambient conditions at workstations, and in order to set balance to present conditions, it is necessary to determine the value release parameter as: FAST_rEL, Fast or rEL. Depending on selected option, weighing time will be shorter or longer.
Fast_rEL - fast + reliable Fast - fast rEL - reliable.
Go back to weighing mode with procedure of saving changes
(see point - 8. 2. – return to weighing).
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