These instructions are part of the device. These instructions
apply to the device in the following versions:
DeviceModel
Entris® BCE
precision balance
with frame
draft shield,
readability
10 mg | 0.1 g | 1 g
1) Country-specific marking in model, x =
SStandard balances without country-specific
additions
SARStandard balances with country-specific additions
for Argentina
SJPStandard balances with country-specific additions
for Japan
SKRStandard balances with country-specific additions
for South Korea
OBRBalances with approval for Brazil
OINBalances with approval for India
OJPBalances with approval for Japan
ORUBalances with approval for Russia
CCNBalances with approval for China
CEUConformity-assessed balances with EU type
examination certificate without country-specific
additions
CFRConformity-assessed balances with EU type
examination certificate only for France
2) Model-typical marking in model
i-1xDevices with internal calibration and adjustment
function
1.2 Other Applicable Documents
In addition to these instructions, observe the following
documentation:
− Installation instructions for the accessories, e.g. printer
These instructions are addressed to the following target groups.
The target groups must possess the specified knowledge.
Target group Knowledge and qualifications
UserThe user is familiar with the operation of the
device and the associated work processes.
They understand the hazards which may arise
when working with the device and know how
to prevent them.
They have been trained in the operation of
the device.
OperatorThe operator of the device is responsible for
ensuring compliance with workplace health
and safety regulations.
The operator must ensure that all persons
who work with the device have access to
the relevant information and are trained in
working with the device.
1.4 Symbols Used
1.4.1 Warnings in Operating Instructions
WARNING
Denotes a danger with the risk that death or severe injury may
result if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that may result in moderate or minor injury
if it is not avoided.
NOTICE
Denotes a danger with the risk that property damage may
result if it is not avoided.
1.4.2 Other Symbols
t
y Result: Describes the result of the actions carried
[ ]Text inside brackets refers to control and display
[ ]Text inside brackets indicates status, warning, and
Required action: Describes actions which must be
carried out.
out.
items.
error messages.
Indicates information for legal metrology for
conformity-assessed (verified) devices. Conformityassessed devices are also referred to as “verified” in
these instructions.
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Safety Instructions
Figures on the Operating Display
The figures on the operating display of the device may deviate
from those in these instructions.
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The device is a high-resolution balance, which can be used
indoors, e.g. in industrial areas. The device was developed for
the accurate determination of the mass of materials in liquid,
paste, powder, or solid form.
Appropriate containers must be used for loading each type of
material.
The device is exclusively designed for use according to these
instructions. Any further use beyond this is considered
improper.
If the device is not used properly: the protective systems of the
device may be impaired. This can lead to unforeseeable personal
injury or property damage.
Operating Conditions for the Device
Do not use the device in potentially explosive environments.
The device may only be used indoors.
The device may only be used with the equipment and under the
operating conditions described in the Technical Data section of
these instructions.
2.2 Personnel Qualification
If people who do not have sufficient knowledge on the safe
handling of the device carry out work on the device: Those
people may injure themselves or other people nearby.
t Ensure that all individuals working on the device possess
the necessary knowledge and qualifications (description see
Chapter “1.3 Target Groups”, page 5).
t If a particular qualification is indicated for the actions
described: Have these activities carried out by the required
target group.
t If no particular qualification is indicated for the actions
described: Have these activities carried out by the “user”
target group.
2.3 Significance of these Instructions
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can have
serious consequences, e.g. exposure of individuals to electrical,
mechanical, or chemical hazards.
t Before working with the device: Read the instructions
carefully and completely.
t If these instructions are lost, request a replacement or
download the latest version from the Sartorius website
(www.sartorius.com).
t Ensure that the information contained in these instructions
is available to all individuals working on the device.
2.4 Proper Working Order of the Device
A damaged device or worn parts may lead to malfunctions or
cause hazards which are difficult to recognize.
Modifications to the Device
You may not modify or repair the device or make any technical
changes. Any retrofitting or technical changes to the device are
only permitted with prior written permission from Sartorius.
t Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect
working order.
t In the event of damage to the housing, disconnect the
device from the power supply and prevent it from being
restarted.
t Do not open the device housing. Have any malfunctions or
damage repaired immediately by Sartorius Service.
t Comply with the maintenance intervals (for intervals and
maintenance work, see Chapter “9.2 Cleaning the Device”,
page 30).
2.5 Symbols on the Device
All symbols appearing on the device, such as warnings and
safety labels, must be legible.
t Do not conceal, remove, or modify the symbols.
t Replace the symbols if they become illegible.
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Safety Instructions
2.6 Electrical Equipment
2.6.1 Damage to the Electrical Equipment of the Device
Damage to the device’s electrical equipment, e.g. damaged
insulation, can be life-threatening. There is a danger to life
from contact with live parts.
t If the electrical equipment of the device is defective, cut off
the power supply and contact Sartorius Service.
t Keep live parts away from moisture. Moisture can cause
short circuits.
2.6.2 Working on the Device’s Electrical Equipment
Only Sartorius Service personnel may work on or modify the
electrical equipment of the device. The device may only be
opened by Sartorius Service personnel.
2.6.3 Power Supply Unit and Power Supply Cable
Serious injury can result, e.g. from electric shocks, if an
unsuitable/inadequately dimensioned power cord or unsuitable
power supply unit is used.
t Only use the original power supply unit and original power
supply cable.
t If the power supply unit or power supply cable must be
replaced: Contact Sartorius Service. Do not repair or modify
the power supply unit or power cable.
2.9 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment protects against risks arising
from the material being processed.
t If the workplace or the process in which the device is being
used requires personal protective equipment: Wear personal
protective equipment.
2.7 Conduct in an Emergency
If there is immediate danger of personal injury or equipment
damage, e.g., due to malfunctions or dangerous situations,
the device must be immediately taken out of operation.
t Disconnect the device from the power supply.
t Malfunctions should be remedied by Sartorius Service.
2.8 Accessories and Spare Parts
The use of unsuitable accessories and spare parts can affect the
functionality and safety of the device and have the following
consequences:
− Risk of injury to persons
− Damage to the device
− Device malfunctions
− Device failure
t Only use approved accessories and spare parts supplied by
Sartorius.
t Only use accessories and spare parts that are in proper
ID label
5Control unit
6Level
7Leveling footUsed to level the balance,
Not visible
manually adjustable
3.2 Device Connections
1
2
3
4
2135
5
6
7
Fig. 2: Precision balance (rear view)
Pos. DesignationDescription
1Menu access
switch
2Power supplyConnection for power supply to the
3USB-C connection For the connection to a printer, PC,
4RS232 connection 9-pin, for the connection to a
5SlotFor attaching an anti-theft device
Protects the device from changes
to the device settings. Is sealed for
conformity-assessed devices.
device
or a second display
printer, PC, or a second display
or a Kensington lock
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3.3 Conformity-Assessed Devices
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Some settings of conformity-assessed models are protected
against user changes, e.g. external calibration for devices in
accuracy class II. This measure is intended to ensure the
suitability of the devices for use in legal metrology.
3.4 Symbols on the Device
SymbolMeaning
NOTICE! Read the operating
instructions.
Operating Concept
4 Operating Concept
4.1 Operating Display in Weighing Mode
1
2
9
Fig. 3: Operating display in weighing mode (example)
Pos. DesignationDescription
1Metrological data
2Menu
3Application
overview
4Toolbar
5Weighing unitDisplays the selected unit,
6Navigation barFor navigation in the menu and
7Measurement
display
8Visual touch
feedback
9Toolbar
3
8
7
Displays the selected application
program during operation
e.g. grams, [g]
system settings
4.2 Menu and System Settings Display
1
4
5
6
Fig. 4: Menu and System Settings Display (example)
Pos. DesignationDescription
1Menu or
parameter entry
2[Selection] display
3Menu levelShows the position of the
2
displayed menu or parameter
in up to 4 levels
3
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Operating Concept
4.2.1 Buttons
SymbolDesignationDescription
[On/Off] button − When the button is pressed: Switches the operating display on.
− If the button is held down: Switches the operating display off.
[Menu] button − When the button is pressed: The settings menu opens.
− If the button is held down: It switches to version display.
[Zero] buttonZeroes the device.
[Tare] buttonStarts taring.
[Print] buttonExports the readouts to the integrated data interfaces.
[isoCAL] buttonIf the button is flashing: Starts the isoCAL function.
If the button is not flashing: Starts the set calibration and adjustment function.
[Adjust] buttonStarts the set calibration and adjustment function.
[GLP] button − Exits the GLP printout and starts printing the GLP footer.
− If the “Net-total”, “Totalizing”, or “Statistics” application is active: Prints and deletes the
saved values and exits the application.
[Ambient condition]
Switches between the ambient conditions “V.STABLE”, “STABLE”, UNSTABL.” and “V.UNSTBL.”.
button
[Application filter]
Switches between the “weighing” and “filling” application filters.
button
[Toggle between
weight units] button
If the “Toggle between weight units” function is active:
− If the button is held down: Accesses the “Toggle between weight units” function menu.
− When the button is pressed: Switches between the basic unit display and up to 4 other
units.
[Back] button − In the menu:
− When the button is pressed: Returns to the previous display.
− If the button is held down: Saves the menu settings.
− When entering digits: Selects the previous digit position.
− For an active application: Exits the application and deletes the set reference value.
[Up] button − In the menu: Scrolls through the menu levels or the available parameters.
− When entering digits: Increases the displayed value.
− In the main display of an active application: Switches to the display of the current weight
value/parameter.
[Down] button − In the menu: Scrolls through the menu levels or the available parameters.
− When entering digits: Decreases the displayed value.
− In the main display of an application that is not active: Accesses the display to set the
reference values.
− In the main display of an active application: Switches to the display of the current weight
value/parameter.
[Confirm] button − In the menu: Accesses the displayed menu level or confirms the displayed parameter.
− When entering digits: Selects the next digit position.
− In the main display of an application that is not active: Starts the application process and
saves the set reference value.
− In the main display of an active application: Adopts the next component or the next
parameter.
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4.3 Displays in the Operating Display
SymbolDesignationDescription
[Counting] displayIndicates that the “Counting” application is selected.
Operating Concept
[Weighing in percent]
display
[Calculation] displayIndicates that the “Calculation” application is selected.
[Animal weighing]
display
[Net-total] displayIndicates that the “Net-total” application is selected.
[Totalizing] displayIndicates that the “Totalizing” application is selected.
[Density determination]
display
[Statistics] displayIndicates that the “Statistics” application is selected.
[Peak hold] displayIndicates that the “Peak hold” application is selected.
[Checkweighing] display Indicates that the “Checkweighing” application is selected.
[Busy] displayIndicates that the device is processing a command.
Indicates that the “Weighing in percent” application is selected.
Indicates that the “Animal weighing” application is selected.
Indicates that the “Density determination” application is selected.
[Sign] displayIndicates whether the value being displayed is positive or negative.
[Zero] displayFor some conformity-assessed devices: Indicates that the device has been zeroed.
[AUTO] displayIndicates that the “Animal weighing” application starts automatically.
[Application help]
display
[R12] displayIndicates the active range for multi-range balances.
[Printer] display − Indicates that a printer has been detected at the USB port.
[PC-Connect] display − Indicates that a PC or a second display has been detected at the USB port.
[Percent] displayIndicates that a percentage value is being displayed.
[Net] displayIndicates that a net value is being displayed.
− Indicates the number of components for “Totalizing”, “Net total”, and “Statistics”.
− Indicates the minimum limit “LL” and the maximum limit “HH” during
“Checkweighing”.
− Flashes if the data output is active.
− Flashes if the data connection is active.
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Operating Concept
SymbolDesignationDescription
[Gross] displayIndicates that a gross value is being displayed.
[Selection] displayIn the menu: Identifies the selected parameter.
If the “Calculation” or “Density determination” application is active: Indicates that a
calculated value is being displayed.
[Unit symbol] displayIndicates the set weight unit, e.g. [g] for “grams”.
[Quantity]Indicates that a quantity is being displayed.
[Invalid weight value]
display
− Indicates that the display does not contain a weight value, but is instead the
calculated result of an application, e.g. for the “Totalizing” application.
− For conformity-assessed devices: Indicates a fault. The cause of this fault is displayed
after pressing the [Change] key.
4.4 Menu Structure
4.4.1 “Main Menu” Menu Structure
t Navigating in menus (see Chapter 4.5, page 14).
Level 1Level 2Description
SETUPBALANCESet the functions of the device.
GEN.SERV.
“General services”
DEVICERS-232
“RS232, 9-pin”
USB
“USB-C”
EXTRASDefine the functions of the operating display.
DATA.OUT.
“Data output”
COM. SBI
“SBI communication”
PRNT.PAR.
“Printout settings”
PC.DIREC.
“Direct transfer of data
(PC)”
Reset the menu to factory settings.
Define the parameters for the COM interface.
Define the parameters for the USB interface.
Configure the automatic data output.
Perform the settings for the printout.
Define the output format for the data exchange between the balance and
the PC.
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Operating Concept
Level 1Level 2Description
APPLIC.
“Applications”
WEIGH − Determine the weight value of a sample.
− Activate the functions for all applications.
COUNTDetermine the number of parts that have approximately equal weight.
PERCENT
“Weighing in percent”
NET.TOT.
Determine the percentage share of a
sample based on a reference weight.
Carry out the weighing of components for a mixture.
“Net-total”
TOTAL
Add weights of independent weighing processes in a memory.
“Totalizing”
ANIMALW.
“Animal weighing”
CALC.
“Calculation”
DENSITY
Weigh unstable samples, e.g. animals. This program calculates the average of
several measurement cycles.
Calculate the weight using a multiplier or divisor, e.g. for determining the
weight per unit area of paper.
Determine the density of solid samples based on the buoyancy method.
“Density determination”
STATIST.
Save and statistically analyze weights and calculated values.
“Statistics”
CHECK.WG.
Check whether a weight value falls within the specified tolerances.
“Checkweighing”
PEAK.HLD.
Determine the maximum weight value of a sample (peak value).
“Peak Hold”
INPUTDEV.ID.Save the entered ID number for the device.
LOT IDActivate or deactivate the printout of a line for the LOT ID in the GLP
printout. It is possible to enter a LOT ID number or the LOT ID can be
manually entered in the line.
SPL. ID − Activate or deactivate the printout of a line for the SPL. ID in the GLP
printout.
− The entered ID number can be counted up or down with each sample.
DATESet the date.
TIMESet the time.
PW. USER.Set the user password.
PW. SERV.Activate the service mode.
CAL. WT.
“Calibration weight”
Define the user-defined weight value for the calibration and adjustment
weight.
INTERVALThe SBI output rate can be set from 0 - 9999 seconds.
INFO
“Device information”
VER. NO.
“Version number”
SER. NO.
Display the software version number.
Display the device’s serial number.
“Serial number”
MODELDisplay the device’s model ID.
BAC VER.Display the version of the BAC processor.
LANGUAGESet the menu language of the operating display.
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Installation
4.4.2 “Toggle Between Weight Units” Menu Structure
t Navigating in menus (see Chapter 4.5, page 14).
Level 1Description
Unit 1 - unit 4Define the displayed weight unit and the
resolution for the 1st to 4th convertible
unit.
4.5 Navigating the Menus
Procedure
t To open the main menu: Press the [Menu]
button.
t To display menu items or parameters of a
level: Press the [Up] or [Down] button.
t To return to the next higher menu level or
exit the menu: Press the [Back] button.
t To open a displayed menu level or a
displayed parameter: Press the [Confirm]
button.
5 Installation
5.1 Scope of Delivery
ItemQuantity
Device1
Pan support1
Frame draft shield1
Power supply unit with country-specific
AC adapters
Operating Instructions1
Shock absorber4
5.2 Selecting an Installation Site
Procedure
t Make sure that the following conditions are met at the
installation site:
ConditionFeatures
Ambient
conditions
Setup surface − Stable, even surface with little vibration
Access to parts
relevant to
operation
− Suitability tested (ambient conditions
see Chapter 15.1, page 35)
− Sufficient space for the device (device
space requirements see Chapter “15.9
Device Dimensions”, page 37).
− Sufficient load bearing capacity for the
device (device weight see Chapter
“15.10 Metrological Data”, page 38).
Convenient and safe
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