Rice Lake MC-30K User Manual

MC-10K MC-30K
1WMPD4002203
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Contents
Basic Operation
1. Introduction .........................................................................................................3
1-1. About This Manual .........................................................................................................3
1-2. Features..........................................................................................................................3
1-3. Compliance.....................................................................................................................4
2. Unpacking And Installing The Balance ................................................................ 5
2-1.
2-2. Installing the Balance .....................................................................................................7
3. Precautions......................................................................................................... 8
3-1. Before Use......................................................................................................................8
3-2. During Use......................................................................................................................9
3-3. After Use.........................................................................................................................9
3-4. Power Supply .............................................................................................................. 10
4. Display Symbols And Key Operation ................................................................ 11
5. Weighing........................................................................................................... 12
5-1. Selecting the Weighing Units (Modes)........................................................................ 12
5-2. Basic Weighing............................................................................................................ 12
Auto-centering Pan (AX-MC10K/30KPAN) Installation Procedure
..........................................6
Adapting to the Environment
6.
6-1. Weighing Speed Adjustment....................................................................................... 14
6-2. Self Check Function With Response Adjustment ...................................................... 15
7. Calibration.........................................................................................................16
7-1. Calibration Group ........................................................................................................ 16
7-2. Automatic Self Calibration........................................................................................... 17
7-3. One-Touch Calibration ................................................................................................ 18
7-4. Calibration Using an External Weight......................................................................... 19
7-5. Calibration Test Using an External Weight ................................................................. 20
7-6. Correcting the Internal Mass Value............................................................................. 21
Functions
Function Switch And Initialization...................................................................... 23
8.
8-1. Permit or Inhibit............................................................................................................ 23
8-2. Initializing the Balance................................................................................................. 24
9. Function Table...................................................................................................25
9-2. Details of the Function Table....................................................................................... 26
9-3. Description of the Class "Environment, Display"........................................................ 30
9-4. Description of the Item "Data Output Mode" .............................................................. 31
9-5. Description of Tte Item "Data Format"........................................................................ 32
9-6. Data Format Examples ............................................................................................... 35
Weighing Speed Adjustment / Self Check Function
...................................................... 14
10. ID Number And GLP Report.............................................................................. 36
10-1. Setting the ID Number................................................................................................. 36
10-2. GLP Report.................................................................................................................. 37
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RS-232C Serial Interface
11. Standard Input & Output Interface..................................................................... 40
11-1. RS-232C and External Contact Input ......................................................................... 40
11-2. Connection to peripheral equipment........................................................................... 42
12. Commands........................................................................................................ 44
12-1. Command List ............................................................................................................. 44
12-2. Acknowledge Code and Error Codes......................................................................... 45
12-3. Control Using CTS and RTS....................................................................................... 46
12-4. Settings Related to RS-232C...................................................................................... 46
13. Extended Function ............................................................................................ 47
13-1.
Maintenance
14. Maintenance .....................................................................................................50
14-1. Treatment of the Balance............................................................................................ 50
15. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 51
15-1. Checking the Balance Performance and Environment.............................................. 51
15-2. Error Codes ................................................................................................................. 52
15-3. Other Display ............................................................................................................... 54
15-4. Asking for Repair ......................................................................................................... 54
Description of "Averaging range" and "Averaging time"
...................................................... 48
16. Specifications....................................................................................................55
16-1. External Dimensions ................................................................................................... 56
16-2. Options and Peripheral Instruments ........................................................................... 57
17. Terms/Index ......................................................................................................59
17-1. Terms ...........................................................................................................................59
17-2. Index ............................................................................................................................ 61
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1. Introduction
This manual describes how the MC Series Mass Comparator Balances, MC-10K and
MC-30K, work and how to get the most out of them in terms of performance.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the balance and keep it at hand for future
reference. For other functions and operations that this manual does not describe, refer to the GX-K series instruction manual.
1-1. About This Manual
This manual consists of the following five parts:
Basic operation ........................ Describes precautions, the balance's construction and basic
operation.
Adapting to the environment .... Describes response (and stability) adjustment to adapt to
the environment where there is vibration or drafts, the way to maintain weighing precision in a variation of ambient temperature, calibration and calibration test.
Selecting functions.................... Describes functions of the balance.
Interface and communication ... Describes the RS-232C serial interface and external contact
input. The RS-232C serial interface can communicate with a computer that requests weighing data and controls the balance. This RS-232C interface is for use with a computer or printer. The external contact input commands the balance re-zeroing and data output.
Maintenance ............................ Describes maintenance, error codes, troubleshooting,
specifications and options.
1-2. Features
Display resolution, one digit greater than a standard balance. This allows management of
OIML class F1 or lower weights.
Capable of weighing small amounts of powdery or liquid material, even with a massive tare.
When used as a mass comparator, the balance can achieve even more precise weighing,
by using the optional auto-centering pan (sold separately), which reduces eccentric loading errors.
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1-3. Compliance
1-3-1. Compliance With FCC Rules
Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy.
This equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when equipment is operated in a commercial environment. If this unit is operated in a residential area, it may cause some interference and under these circumstances the user would be required to take, at his own expense, whatever measures are necessary to eliminate the interference.
(FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.A.)
1-3-2. Compliance With EMC Directives
This device features radio interference suppression and safety regulation in
compliance with the following Council Directives Council directive 89/336/EEC EN61326 EMC directive Council directive 73/23/EEC EN60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
The CE mark is an official mandatory European marking.
Please note that any electronic product must comply with local laws and
regulations when sold or used anywhere outside Europe.
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2. Unpacking And Installing The Balance
The balance is a precision instrument.
Unpack the balance carefully. Keep the packing material to be used for transporting the balance in the future.
The packing contents depend on the
balance model. See the illustrations to confirm that everything is contained.
RS-232C and external
Note Cover the terminal or
connect the waterproof RS-232C cable (GX-07K) to keep waterproof and dust
Breeze break Windows communication AC adapter labels
clear display cover
Bubble spirit level
Display
Keys
Reference card
terminals
Terminal cove
roof.
Grounding
terminal
Position of placing
C adapter labels
Pan suppor
Note Please confirm that the AC adapter
type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle type.
tools software
Weighing pan
Handling hole
Leveling foo
Draft gate Remove the gate when cleaning.
C adapter jac
Note Insert the plug into the
ack firmly. The connection is tight to keep waterproof and dustproof.
C adapter plug
C adapter plug
AC Adapte r
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When used as a mass comparator, the balance can achieve even more precise
weighing, by using the auto-centering pan (sold separately), which reduces eccentric loading errors.
1. Place the pan support on the balance. Place the breeze break provided with the AX-MC10K/30KPAN option on the balance. Place the auto-centering pan guide on the pan support, and then place the auto-centering pan on the auto-centering pan guide.
Auto-centering Pan (AX-MC10K/30KPAN) Installation Procedure
Caution: During installation, do not to apply excessive force to the balance.
uto-centering pan
uto-centering pan guide
Option AX-MC10K/30KPAN breeze brea
Pan suppor
Note
When the weighing pan is replaced with the auto-centering pan, be sure to calibrate before weighing. Refer to “7. CALIBRATION”.
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2-2. Installing the Balance
Install the balance as follows:
1 Refer to "3. Precautions" for installing the balance.
2 Install the pan support, weighing pan and draft gate.
Refer to the previous page.
3 Adjust the leveling feet to level the balance.
Confirm it using the bubble spirit level.
4 Confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for the
local voltage and power receptacle type.
5 Connect the AC adapter to the balance firmly. Earth
the balance. Warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the weighing pan.
Bubble spirit level
Good No good
Leveling foo
Grounding
(Earth)
To AC adapter
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3. Precautions
To get the optimum performance from the balance and acquire accurate weighing data, note
the following:
3-1. Before Use
The maximum resolution of the precision balance is ten million counts. Therefore, there are
tendencies to be influenced by temperature change, air pressure change, static electrisity, vibration and drafts where the balance is placed.
Install the balance in an environment where the temperature and humidity are not excessive.
The best operating temperature is about 20°C / 68°F at about 50% relative humidity.
Install the balance where it is not exposed to direct sunlight and it is not affected by heaters
or air conditioners.
Install the balance where it is free of dust.
Install the balance away from equipment that produces magnetic fields.
Install the balance in a stable place avoiding vibration and shock. Corners of rooms on the
first floor are best, as they are less prone to vibration.
The weighing table should be solid and free from vibration, drafts and as level as possible.
Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm it using the bubble spirit level.
If static electricity is a problem at the installation site, use the electrostatic field meter and the
static eliminator.
Ensure a stable power source when using the AC adapter.
Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes.
Calibrate the balance periodically for accurate weighing.
When the balance is installed for the first time or has been moved, warm up the balance for
at least 6 hours to allow the balance to reach equilibrium with the ambient temperature, and then perform calibration before use.
The meaning of IP-65 is "No ingress of dust. Projected against water jets".
If a powerful water jet is used or the balance is immersed in water, it may cause a damage that is due to ingress of water.
Confirm that "the plug is inserted firmly into the jack" and "the terminal is covered using the
waterproof cover or the waterproof RS-232C cable (GX-07K)", when using the balance.
Use the waterproof option cable GX-07K, when the RS-232C interface is used with IP-65.
AX-KO1710-200, a standard RS-232C cable, is not waterproof or dustproof.
Confirm that the weighing pan does not touch to rim.
Do not install the balance where flammable or corrosive gas is present.
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3-2. During Use
Discharge static electricity from the weighing material. When
weighing sample (plastics, insulator, etc.) could have a static charge, the weighing value is influenced. Ground the balance, and
Eliminate the static electricity by using an optinal static
eliminator, AD-1683. Or try to keep the ambient humidity above 45%RH at the room. Or use the metal shield case. Or wipe a charged material (plastic sample etc.) with the wet cloth.
This balance uses a strong magnet as part of the balance
assembly, so please use caution when weighing magnetic materials such as iron. If there is a problem, use the underhook on the bottom of the balance to suspend the material away from the influence of the magnet.
Eliminate any temperature difference between the sample and the
environment. When a sample is warmer (cooler) than the ambient temperature, the sample will be lighter (heavier) than the true weight. This error is due to a rising (falling) draft around the sample.
Make each weighing gently and quickly to avoid errors due to
changes in the environmental conditions.
Magnetic
Charged
sample
Grounding
material
Draft
20°C
Weighing Pan
Material case
40°C
Shock
Do not drop things upon the weighing pan, or place a sample on
the pan that is beyond the balance weighing capacity. Place the sample in the center of the weighing pan.
Do not use a sharp instrument such as a pencil to press the keys.
Use your finger only.
Press the RE-ZERO key before each weighing to prevent
possible errors.
Calibrate the balance periodically so as to eliminate possible errors.
Take into consideration the affect of air buoyancy on a sample
when more accuracy is required.
It is possible to check the reference card for principle operation.
Prevent foreign matter, such as powder, liquid and metal, from invading the area around
the weighing pan.
Use the "breeze break" for a precision weighing.
3-3. After Use
Avoid mechanical shock to the balance.
Do not disassemble the balance. Contact the local A&D dealer if the balance needs service
or repair.
Do not use organic solvents to clean the balance. Clean the balance with a lint free cloth that
is moistened with warm water and a mild detergent.
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Do not allow the balance to be immersed in water. Even though the balance complies with
IP code, the balance will not withstand being completely immersed in water.
The weighing pan, pan support and draft gate can be removed to clean the balance. Clean
by splashing with water.
Use the waterproof option RS-232C cable GX-07K, when RS-232C interface is used with
IP-65. AX-KO1710-200, a standard RS-232C cable, is not waterproof or dustproof.
3-4. Power Supply
Do not remove the AC adapter while the internal mass is in motion, for example, right
after the AC adapter is connected, or during calibration using the internal mass. If the AC adapter is removed under the conditions described above, the internal mass will be left unsecured, that may cause mechanical damage when the balance is moved. Before removing the AC adapter, press the ON:OFF key and confirm that zero is displayed.
When the AC adapter is connected, the balance is in the standby mode if the standby
indicator is on. This is a normal state and does not harm the balance. For accurate weighing, keep the AC adapter connected to the balance and AC power unless the balance is not to be used for a long period of time.
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4. Display Symbols And Key Operation
Key Operations
Key operation affects how the balance functions. The basic key operations are:
"Press and release the key immediately" or "Press the key" are normal operation.
= normal key operation during measurement
"Press and hold the key".
Display
NET indicator
Processing indicator
Stabilization indicator
Standby indicator of power supply
The current data number
Processing indicator
Prior notice indicator of automatic self calibration
Each key, when pressed or when pressed and held, functions as follows:
Displays the highest-order digit when placing a load of 10 kg
or more on the MC-10K Displays memory data information Displays the weighing data relative to the weighing capacity
in percentage, in weighing mode. (Capacity indicator
Weighing speed indicator (Response indicator)
nimal mode indicator
Comparator indicators
Units
Interval memor Standby indicato
Weighing data or stored data
Blinking indicators
Interval memory, active indicato
Key
When pressed and released When pressed and held
Turns the display ON and OFF. The standby indicator is displayed when the display is turned off. The weighing mode is enabled when the display is turned on. This key is available anytime. Pressing the key during operation will interrupt the operation and turn the display OFF. In the weighing mode, turns the minimum weighing value ON and OFF. In the counting or percent mode, enters the sampling mode. No function at the factory setting. Switches the weighing units when units other than “g” are stored in the function setting.
Performs calibration using the internal mass.
Stores the weighing data in memory or outputs to a printer or personal computer depending on the function table settings. (Factory setting = output)
Sets the display to zero.
Enters the function table mode. Refer to "9. Function Table".
Performs weighing speed adjustment (response adjustment) and self check.
Displays other items of the calibration menu.
No function at the factory setting. By changing the function table:
Outputs "Title block" and "End
block" for GLP report.
Displays the data memory menu.
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5. Weighing
5-1. Selecting the Weighing Units (Modes)
The unit “g” (gram) was set at the factory. To use other units, select and store units and displaying order in the function setting of “ Unit ”.
For details on weighing unit selection procedure, refer to the GX-K series instruction manual, “5. WEIGHING UNITS”.
Note
The density mode is not installed in the MC-10K/30K.
5-2. Basic Weighing
5-2-1. When using as a mass comparator
z To reduce the influence of drafts and vibration, set the following function settings as
below.
“Condition ( Cond )” of “Environment, Display ( ba5fnc )” to “Slow ( 2 )”
“Filter ( f1l )” of “Environment, Display ( ba5fnc )” to “Used (1 )”
For details, refer to “9. Function Table”.
z To avoid eccentric loading errors, place the sample in the center of the weighing pan.
As an option, AX-MC10K/30KPAN auto-centering pan is available. Using an AD-8922A remote controller, which is sold separately, the balance can be controlled remotely by the AD-8922A key operations in the same way as when the CAL or RE-ZERO key of the balance is pressed. For the connection procedure between the balance and the AD-8922A, refer to the AD-8922A instruction manual.
z Take measures against causes of weighing error at the installation site, such as
changes in temperature, atmospheric pressure, drafts, vibration and static electricity. Perform weighing operations in an stable environment.
z The table below lists the weight class and recommended measuring range for each model
of the MC series. The measuring range is determined so that the balance repeatability is to be less than one third of the maximum permissible error for each weight class.
Weight class and recommended measuring range
Model Class
Weight
(Displayed value)
20 kg 10 kg 5 kg 2 kg 1 kg 500 g 200 g 100 g 50 g
MC-10K MC-30K
F1 F2 M1 M2 F1 F2 M1 M2
F1 F2 M1 M2
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5-2-2. When building into a system
z When a special weighing pan is to be designed, the weight of the pan and the
material to be weighed should not exceed the weighing capacity of the balance. To reduce influences of static electricity and magnetism, use materials other than resin and magnetic material such as iron.
z There is a function available to maintain the previous weight value in non-volatile
memory, even if the AC adapter is removed. When “Zero upon power-on ( p-tr )” of “Environment, Display ( ba5fnc )” is set to “ 1 ”, the previous weight value is displayed upon power-on. For details, refer to “Zero upon power-on” on page 30.
z There is a function available to perform span calibration only, when performing
calibration with a tare on the weighing pan. When “Span calibration ( 5pn )” of “Environment, Display ( ba5fnc )” is set to “ 1 ”, span calibration using the internal mass is performed, with a tare on the weighing pan. For details, refer to “Span calibration” on page 30.
z To set a higher response rate (weighing speed) or to batch-weigh small amounts of
material, such as a powdery material, refer to “13. Extended Function”.
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6. Weighing Speed Adjustment / Self Check Function
6-1. Weighing Speed Adjustment
This function detects the influence on weighing that is caused
by drafts and/or vibration at the place where the balance is installed and sets the following three weighing speeds (response characteristics) automatically.
The function has three rates as follows:
Changing the weighing speed changes the display refresh rate.
Indicator Parameter Weighing Speed Stability Display refresh rate
FAST Cond 0 MID. Cond 1 SLOW Cond 2
Step 1 Press and hold the MODE key until RESPONSE is
displayed. And then, press the MODE key again quickly.
Step 2 Press the MODE key to select a weighing speed.
Either FAST , MID. or SLOW can be selected.
Step 3 After a few seconds of inactivity the balance displays end .
Then, it returns to the weighing mode and displays the updated response indicator. The response indicator remains displayed for a while.
Note
The weighing speed adjustment can be changed at "Condition (Cond)" of
"Environment, Display (ba5fnc)" in the function table. Refer to "9. Function Table" for details.
To set a refresh rate of 5 times/second when the response rate is FAST or
10 times/second when the response rate is MID. or SLOW , change the "Display refresh rate (5pd)" parameter of "Environment, Display (ba5fnc)" in the function table.
Fast response, Sensitive value
Slow response, Stable value
If the weighing speed is changed as follows: MID. or SLOW FAST =10 times/second FAST MID. or SLOW = 5 times/second
0. 000
Press and hold
Press again
Select a parameter with pressing it.
Weighing speeds
g
Release
Release and wai
end
0.000
g
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6-2. Self Check Function With Response Adjustment
This function automatically updates the response adjustment by analyzing the influence of
the environment on the weighing data and also self-checks the balance performance using the internal mass.
Step 1 Press and hold the MODE key until RESPONSE is
displayed, and then release the key.
Step 2 The balance automatically starts to check the balance
performance and sets the response characteristic.
Caution
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the
balance during adjustment.
Step 3 After automatic adjustment, the balance displays the updated
response indicator and returns to the weighing mode.
The response indicator remains displayed for a while.
Example of display
MID. and OK : The example above indicates that the result of the self check
is good and MID. is selected as the response rate..
Note
If improper performance is found in the self check, the balance displays CH no .
Contact the local A&D dealer for repair.
If the automatic response adjustment fails, the balance displays CH ng . Check the
ambient conditions such as breeze and vibration, also check the weighing pan. Then, perform the adjustment again. To return to the weighing mode, press the CAL key.
Press and hold
Release
CH . . . .
Resul
CH
0.000
g
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7. Calibration
7-1. Calibration Group
The balance has the following modes as a calibration group.
Calibration
Automatic self calibration (Calibration due to changes in temperature) Calibration using the internal mass (One-touch calibration) Calibration using an external weight
Calibration Test
Calibration test using an external weight (Calibration test does not perform calibration)
Correction of the internal mass value
Terms
The following terms are defined as follows: Internal mass = Built-in calibration weight External weight = A weight that you have. Referred to as a calibration weight when
used for calibration. Calibration weight = A weight used for calibration Target weight = An external weight used for calibration test
Caution
Calibration adjusts the balance for accurate weighing. Besides periodic calibration and before each use, perform calibration when: The balance is installed for the first time. The balance has been moved. The ambient environment has changed.
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance during calibration.
To output the data for GLP using the RS-232C interface, set "GLP output (info)" of
"Data output (dout)". Refer to "9. Function Table". Time and date can be added to the GLP report. If the time or date is not correct, adjust them. Refer to the GX-K manual "10-7. Clock and Calendar Function".
Calibration test is available only when "GLP output (info)" of "Data output ( dout )" is set to
"1" or "2",
The calibration and calibration test data can be stored in memory. To store them, set "Data
memory (data)" to "3". Refer to the GX-K manual "12. Data Memory" for details.
The value of the internal mass may change due to aging, corrosion or other damage
caused by the operating environment. Check the internal mass periodically. Correct the internal mass value as necessary.
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Caution on using an external weight
The accuracy of an external weight can influence the accuracy of weighing. Select an
appropriate weight as listed below:
Select a mass for calibration and calibration test from the following table.
Model Usable calibration weight Adjustable range
MC-10K 2kg, 3kg, 4kg, 5kg, 6kg, 7kg, 8kg, 9kg, 10kg -0.150g ~ +0.159g
MC-30K 20kg, 30kg -1.50g ~ +1.59g
The calibration weight in bold type: factory setting The calibration weight value can be adjusted within the range above.
Display
This indicator means "In process of measuring calibration data".
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance while the indicator is displayed.
7-2. Automatic Self Calibration
Automatic self calibration due to changes in temperature
This function automatically calibrates the balance when the balance detects an ambient
temperature change. If GLP output is selected in the function table, the balance outputs the calibration report or stores the data in memory. Automatic self calibration functions even if the display is turned off (standby state). Refer to "8-1. Permit Or Inhibit" for the operation.
Caution
If something is on the weighing pan, the balance judges that it is in use and does not
perform automatic self calibration. To maintain the calibrated state, keep the weighing pan clear while not in use.
Indicates that the balance detects a change in ambient temperature and
automatic self calibration will start. If the balance is not used for a few minutes with this indicator blinking, the balance performs automatic self
Indicates that the balance is measuring calibration data. Do not allow
Note The balance can be used while the indicator blinks. But, it is recommended that to
maintain the accuracy, stop using the balance and confirm that there is nothing on the pan and allow the balance to perform self calibration.
calibration. The blinking duration depends on the environment.
vibration or drafts to affect the balance while this indicator is displayed. After calibration, the balance returns to indicate the previous display.
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7-3. One-Touch Calibration
Calibration using the internal mass
This function calibrates the balance using the internal mass. The only operation required is
to press the CAL key.
Step 1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with
nothing on the weighing pan.
Step 2 Press the CAL key.
Step 3 The balance displays
not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
Step 4 The balance displays
the function table is set to "1" or "2", the balance displays glp and outputs the "calibration report" using the RS-232C interface or stores the data in memory. Refer to "10-2. GLP Report" and "Data memory (data)" of the function table for details.
Step 5 The balance will automatically return to the weighing mode after calibration.
Calin and performs calibration using the internal mass. Do
end after calibration. If the "GLP output (info)" parameter of
About the internal mass
The value of the internal mass may change due to aging, corrosion or other damage caused
by the operating environment. Check the internal mass periodically. Correct the internal mass value as necessary. Refer to "7-6. Correcting the Internal Mass Value".
To maintain the weighing accuracy, perform the calibration using an external weight
periodically, as described below.
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