Sartorius BL150S, BL610, BL6100, BL1500S, BL150 Operating Instructions Manual

98648-007-46

Sartorius Basic

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Series

Sartorius Gold Series

Electronic Precision Balances
and Gold Scales

Operating Instructions

2

Practical Use

The Basic

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Series and Gold Series
from Sartorius offer precision balances/
scales with capacities ranging from
1 mg to 12 kg.

These balances/scales meet the highest
requirements on the accuracy and
reliability of weighing results through the
following features:

– Efficient filtering-out of unfavorable

ambient conditions such as vibrations,

drafts, etc.
– Stable and reproducible results
– Rugged, durable weighing system

Basic

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balances and Gold scales
save work and speed up simple routine
applications through:

– Ultrafast response times
– Easy operation

You can also choose from the following
extra functions for simple applications:

– Toggling between weight units
– Net-total formulation (tare memory)
– Counting
– Weighing in percent
– Averaging

Contents

Practical Use ................................... 2

Contents ......................................... 2

Warning and Safety Information ........ 2

Getting Started ................................ 3

Operating the Balance/Scale

Basic Weighing Function ................... 6

Calibration/Adjustment ..................... 7

Application Programs

Counting ......................................... 8

Weighing in Percent .........................10

Averaging .......................................12

Net-Total Formulation/Second

Tare Memory ...................................14

Toggle between Weight Units .............15

Configuring the Balance/Scale

Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes) ...16
Balance/Scale Operating Menu

(Overview) ......................................17

Error Codes .....................................18

Care and Maintenance ..................... 19

Instructions for Recycling ....................19

Overview

Specifications ..................................21

Accessories (Options) ........................22

C Marking .....................................23

Warning and Safety Information

Read these operating instructions
thoroughly before using your balance/
scale to prevent damage to the equipment.
Keep these instructions in a safe place.

Follow the instructions below to ensure
safe and trouble-free operation of your
balance/scale:

! Make sure that the voltage rating

printed on the AC adapter is identical
to your local line voltage

! Use only a commercially available

9-volt block battery or rechargeable
battery

! Do not use this balance/scale

in a hazardous area/location

– The only way to turn the power

off completely is to disconnect the
AC adapter

– Connect only Sartorius accessories

and options, as these are optimally
designed for use with your balance/
scale.

– Protect the AC adapter from contact

with liquid.

Do not open the balance/scale
housing. If the seal is broken, this will
result in forfeiture of all claims under
the manufacturer’s warranty.

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Getting Started

Warranty

Do not miss out on the benefits of our
full warranty. Complete the warranty
registration card, indicating the date
of installation, and return the card
to your Sartorius office or dealer.

Storage and Shipping Conditions

Do not expose the balance/scale to
shocks, vibrations, moisture or extreme
temperatures.

Unpacking the Balance/Scale

§ After unpacking the balance/
scale, check it immediately for
any visible damage as a result of
rough handling during shipment.

$ If you see any sign of damage,

proceed as directed in the chapter
entitled “Care and Maintenance,”
under the section on “Safety
Inspection.”

Save the box and all parts of the
packaging until you have successfully
installed your balance/scale. Only the
original packaging provides the best
protection for shipment. Before packing
your balance/scale, unplug all
connected cables to prevent damage.

Equipment Supplied

The equipment supplied includes the
components listed below:

– Balance/scale
– Weighing pan/load plate
– Pan support (only with models that

have a round weighing pan)

– Glass draft shield

(only with model BL150S)

– AC adapter
– Operating instructions

Installation Instructions

Your balance/scale is designed to
provide reliable weighing results under
normal ambient conditions. When
choosing a location to set up your
balance/scale, observe the following
so that you will be able to work with
added speed and accuracy:

– Set up the balance/scale on

a stable, even surface

– Avoid placing the balance/scale

in close proximity to a heater or
otherwise exposing the balance/
scale to heat or direct sunlight

– Protect the balance/scale

from drafts that come from open
windows or doors

– Avoid exposing the balance/scale

to extreme vibrations during
weighing

– Protect the balance/scale from

aggressive chemical vapors

– Do not expose the balance/

scale to extreme moisture over long
periods

Conditioning the Balance/Scale:
Moisture in the air can condense
on the surfaces of a cold balance/scale
whenever it is brought into a substan­tially warmer place. If you transfer
the balance/scale to a warmer area,
make sure to condition it for about
2 hours at room temperature, leaving it
unplugged from AC power.

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Setting up the Balance/Scale

Basic

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Balances with a Glass Draft Shield:

§ Place the components listed below on
the balance in the order given:

– Shield ring – place it on the balance so that

the edge for fitting the glass draft shield faces
upwards and turn it until it is firmly in place.

– Pan support
– Weighing pan
– Glass draft shield
– Draft shield cover

Basic

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Balances/Gold Scales with

a Round Weighing Pan

§ Place the components listed below on the
balance in the order given:

– Pan support
– Weighing pan/load plate

Basic

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Balances/Gold Scales with

a Rectangular Weighing Pan

§ Place the weighing pan/load plate on the
balance/scale

Connecting the Balance/Scale to AC Power/
Safety Precautions

Use only
– Original Sartorius AC adapters

§ Insert the right-angle plug into the jack

§ The AC adapter rated to Class 2 can be

plugged into any wall outlet without requiring
any additional safety precautions

The ground is connected to the balance/scale
housing, which can be additionally grounded
for operation.

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Using a (Rechargeable) Battery

$ Battery is not included with the equipment

supplied

! Use only a commercially available

(rechargeable) 9-volt block battery

! When using a rechargeable battery, always use

an external recharging device to recharge the
battery

§ Lay the balance/scale on its side

§ Open the battery compartment: Lift the

compartment cover

§ Insert the 9-volt (rechargeable) block battery
in the compartment

$ Make sure to connect the positive and negative

poles correctly

! All used batteries are classified as waste

that requires special handling (not “household”
waste). Dispose of rechargeable batteries in
accordance with the applicable special waste
disposal regulations.

§ Close the battery compartment: Press down on
the cover until it clicks into place

Leveling the Balance/Scale

(only for models BL150S, BL1500S, GM1502)
Level the balance/scale any time you set

it up in a new location.
Use only the 2 front feet of the balance/scale
for leveling.

§ Turn the 2 rear feet until they are in position
(only on models BL1500S and GM1502)

§ Turn the 2 front feet as shown here in
the illustration until the air bubble is centered
in the level indicator

> In most cases this will require several

adjustment steps

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Operating the Balance/Scale

Basic Weighing Function

Available Features

– Taring the balance/scale

You can tare the balance within the entire weighing range.

Preparation

§ Turn on the balance/scale: Press e

§ To change configurations: See the chapter entitled

“Configuring the Balance/Scale”

§ To load factory-set configurations:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale,” parameter 9 – 1

$ To tare the balance/scale: Press t
Additional Functions

§ To turn off the balance/scale: Press e

Example

Basic weighing
Menu code settings: Factory-set codes
Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e
Self-test is performed

2. Place container on balance/ + 52.0 g
scale (here: 52 g)

3. Tare the balance/scale t + 0.0 g

4. Place sample in container on + 150.2 g
balance/scale (here: 150.2 g)

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Calibration/Adjustment

*

Always calibrate/adjust the balance/scale after setting it up in a new location.

Available Features

Calibration/adjustment can only be performed when
– there is no load on the balance/scale,
– the balance/scale is tared,
– the internal signal is stable.

If these conditions are not met, an error message is displayed.
The weight required for calibration/adjustment is displayed (see “Accessories”
for calibration weights).

On Basic

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balances, calibration/adjustment can be performed
with any of three weight units: g, kg, or lb (menu code 1. 4. x)
Factory setting: Grams (menu code 1. 4. 1)

Example

Calibrate the balance/scale
Menu code settings: Factory-set codes

Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e

2. Tare the balance/scale t 0.0 g

3. Begin calibration t +1000.0

>2 sec.
Calibration weight is displayed
without weight unit (here: 1000 g)

4. Place the indicated calibration 1000.0
weight on the balance/scale

After calibration, the calibration +1000.0 g
weight is displayed with wt. unit

5. Remove the calibration weight 0.0 g

*

“Calibration” technically means to determine the difference between the balance readout
and the actual weight on the pan to determine the accuracy. Adjustment means
to bring a balance into the state of accuracy required for its use. Therefore, “calibration,”
as used in this manual, actually means “adjustment.”

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Application Programs

Counting

Purpose

With the Counting program you can determine
the number of parts that each have approximately
equal weight.

Available Features

– Store the current weight value to have it loaded

as the preset reference sample quantity next time
you initialize the Counting application

– The reference sample quantity can be changed

in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

– The average piece weight is automatically

output via the optional data interface port after
initialization, if the menu code for “Printout
with data ID codes” is set

– Press v to toggle the display between piece

count and weight

Factory Settings

Reference sample quantity: 10 (menu code 3. 3. 2)

Preparation

§ Configure the Counting application
in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2. 1. 4 Counting

§ Reference sample quantity::
Menu code 3. 3. 1 5 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 2 10 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 3 20 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 4 50 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 5 100 pcs

See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example

Determine an unknown piece count; weigh the preset reference sample quantity
Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):

Menu: Application program: Counting (2 1 4)

Reference sample quantity: 20 pcs (3. 3. 3)

Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e

2. Tare the balance/scale t 0.0 g

3. Display the reference sample v > 2 sec. ref 20 (briefly)
quantity (here: 20 pcs)

4. Place the reference sample + 66.0 g
quantity (20 pcs) on the
balance/scale (here: 66 g)

5. Start the application; if the v + 20 pcs
print format is set to include
data ID codes, the following wRef + 3.3 g
is printed

6. Weigh uncounted parts + 174 pcs
(here: 174 pcs)

7. Display weight v + 574.2 pcs

8. Display quantity v + 174 pcs

9. Unload the balance/scale 0 pcs

10. Delete the reference value c

11. Repeat the procedure starting
from Step 6, if desired.

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Weighing in Percent

Purpose

This application program allows you to obtain
weight readouts in percent which are in proportion
to a reference weight.

Available Features

– Store the current weight value to have it loaded

as the preset reference percentage next time you
initialize the Counting application

– The reference percentage can be changed

in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

– The reference percentage is automatically

output via the optional data interface port after
initialization, if the menu code for “Printout
with data ID codes” is set

– Press v to toggle the display between

percentage and weight

Factory Settings

Reference percentage: 10 (menu code 3. 3. 2)

Preparation

§ Configure the Weighing in percent application
in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2. 1. 5 Weighing in percent

§ Reference percentage:
Menu code 3. 3. 1 5 %
Menu code 3. 3. 2 10 %
Menu code 3. 3. 3 20 %
Menu code 3. 3. 4 50 %
Menu code 3. 3. 5 100 %

See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example

Determine an unknown percentage; store the weight on the balance/scale
as a reference percentage

Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu: Application program: Weighing in percent (2 1 5)
Menu: Reference percentage 100 % (3 3 5)

Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e

2. Tare the balance/scale t 0.0 g

3. Display the reference v > 2 sec. ref100
percentage

4. Place the reference weight + 222.5 g
for 100% on the balance/scale
(here: 222.5 g)

5. Start application; if the print v + 100.0 %
format is set to include data
ID codes, Wxx% + 222.5 g
the following is printed

6. Place an unknown weight on the + 140.4 %
balance/scale (here: 322.5 g)

7. Display weight v + 222.5 g

8. Display percentage v + 100.0 %

9. Unload the balance/scale 0.0 %

10. Delete the reference percentage c

11. Repeat the procedure starting
from Step 6, if desired.

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Averaging

Purpose

Use this program to determine weights under
unstable ambient conditions. In this program, the
balance/scale calculates the weight as the average
value from a defined number of individual weighing
operations. These weighing operations are also
known as “subweighing operations” or “subweighs.”

Available Features

– The measured result displayed is the arithmetic

mean shown in the selected weight unit;
a triangle under the plus or minus sign indicates
that this is a calculated value

– You can set the number of subweighing

operations performed in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

– Press v for at least 2 sec. to display

the pre-set number of subweighing operations

– Press v to toggle the display between

the calculated result and the weight

Factory Settings

Number of subweighs for averaging: 10 (3. 3. 2)

Preparation

§ Configure the Averaging application
in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2. 1.12 Averaging

– Number of subweighs for averaging:

3. 3. 1 5 subweighs

3. 3. 2 10 subweighs

3. 3. 3 20 subweighs

3. 3. 4 50 subweighs

3. 3. 5 100 subweighs

See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example

Determine the weight of a sample in extremely unstable ambient conditions
by calculating the average of 10 subweighing operations.

Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu: Application program: Averaging (menu code 2. 1.12)

Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e

2. Tare the balance/scale t 0.0 g

3. Display the number v > 2 sec. ref 10 (briefly)
of subweighs (here: 10)

4. Place sample on the balance/ + 8888
scale (weight readout fluctuates;
here: around 275 g)

5. Start measurement v + 8888

10

9

8

...

1

After 10 subweighs + 275.5 g

!

If the print format is set
to include data ID codes,
the following is printed RES + 275.5 g

6. Unload the balance/scale + 275.5 g

!

7. Delete the result c

8. Repeat the procedure starting
from Step 4, if desired.

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Net-Total Formulation/Second Tare Memory

With this application program you can weigh in components
for formulation of a mixture.

Preparation

Configure the Net-total formulation/Second tare memory application
in the operating menu: See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2.1. 3

Example

Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn on the balance/scale e

2. Place an empty container on + 65.0 g

the balance/scale

3. Tare the balance/scale t

4. Add the first component + 120,5 g

5. Store the first component weight v 0.0 g

NET

If the print format is set
to include data ID codes,
the following is printed N1 + 120.5 g

6. Add the next component + 70,5 g

7. Store the 2nd component weight v 0.0 g

NET

8. Add further components, As described
if desired for Steps 5 and 6

9. Display total weight c + 191,0 g
and fill to desired final weight

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Toggle between Weight Units

With this application program you can toggle the display of a weight value
back and forth between two weight units.

Configure the “Toggle weight units” application in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale” menu code 2.1. 2 Toggle weight units
(Factory setting on Gold Series scales)

Menu code Unit Conversion factor Abbr. on

printout

1. 7. 1 3. 1. 1 Taiwanese taels * 0.02666666000 o
(only selectable on Gold scales)

1. 7. 2

o

3. 1. 2

o

Grams 1.00000000000 g

1. 7. 3 3. 1. 3 Kilograms 0.00100000000 kg

1. 7. 4 3. 1. 4 Carats 5.00000000000 ct

1. 7. 5 3. 1. 5 Pounds 0.00220462260 lb

1. 7. 6 3. 1. 6 Ounces 0.03527396200 oz

1. 7. 7 3. 1. 7 # Troy ounces 0.03215074700 ozt

1. 7. 8 3. 1. 8 Hong Kong taels 0.02671725000 tlh

1. 7. 9 3. 1. 9 Singapore taels 0.02645544638 tls

1. 7. 10 3. 1. 10 Taiwanese taels 0.02666666000 tlt

1. 7. 11 3. 1. 11 Grains 15.43235835000 GN

1. 7. 12 3. 1. 12 Pennyweights 0.64301493100 dwt

1. 7. 13 3. 1. 13 Milligrams 1000.00000000000 mg

1. 7. 14 3. 1. 14 Parts per pound 1.12876677120 /lb

1. 7. 15 3. 1. 15 Chinese taels 0.02645547175 tlc

1. 7. 16 3. 1. 16 Mommes 0.26670000000 mom

1. 7. 17 3. 1. 17 Austrian carats 5.00000000000 K

1. 7. 18 3. 1. 18 Tola 0.08573333810 tol

1. 7. 19 3. 1. 19 Baht 0.06578947437 bat

1. 7. 20 3. 1. 20 Mesghal 0.21700000000 MS

1. 7. 22 3. 1. 22 lb/oz – Gold scales only 0.03527396200 o

* = Readability in 1stincrement; o = Factory setting; # = Factory setting in Gold scales only

– Increased resolution for 1st weight unit in Gold scales:

Menu code 1. 8. 1 standard; menu code 1. 8. 3 increased resolution

– Increased resolution for 2nd weight unit in Gold scales:

Menu code 3. 2. 1 standard; menu code 3. 2. 3 increased resolution

Function

§ To toggle the display between the 1st and 2nd weight units:

Press the v key

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Configuring the Balance/Scale

Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes)

You can configure your Basic

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balance or Gold scale to meet individual

requirements by selecting from the parameters available in the menu.
Example: Adapt the balance/scale to unstable ambient conditions:

Menu code 1 1 4
Step Key (or instruction) Display

1. Turn off the balance/scale e

2. Turn the balance/scale back on; e
while all segments t briefly

are displayed 1.

$ To navigate within a menu t 2.

level; the last menu option is repeatedly …
followed by the first option 9.

1.

3. Select the 2nd menu level p 1. 1.

4. Select the 3rd menu level p 1. 1. 2

o

5. In Menu Level 3: t 1. 1. 4
Select the desired option repeatedly

6. Confirm new setting;
the “o” indicates the currently set
option p for 2 sec. 1. 1. 4

o

$ Select the next menu level

(here: move from the 3rd to
the 1st level) p 1.

$ Set other menu codes, if desired p, t

7. Store parameter settings t
and exit operating menu for 2 sec.

or

$ Exit operating menu without

storing changes e

> Restart the application 0.0 g

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Balance/Scale Operating Menu (Overview)

o

Factory setting

√ User setting

Menu 1. Balance/ 1.1. Adapt filter 1.1.1 Minimum vibration

scale functions 1.1.2

o

Normal vibration

1.1.3 Strong vibration

1.1.4 Extreme vibration

1.3. Stability range 1.3.1 1/4 digit

1.3.2 1/2 digit

1.3.3 1 digit

1.3.4

o

2 digits

1.3.5 4 digits

1.4. Weight unit for 1.4.1

o

Grams

calibration weight** 1.4.2 Kilograms

1.4.3 Pounds

1.6. Auto zero 1.6.1

o

On

1.6.2 Off

1.7. Weight unit 1 See “Toggle between Weight Units”

1.8. Display accuracy 1* 1.8.1

o

Standard resolution

1.8.3 High resolution

2. Application 2.1. Program selection see the desired application program
programs description

3. Application 3.1. Weight unit 2 see “Toggle between Weight Units”
parameters

3.2. Display accuracy 2* 3.2.1

o

Standard resolution

3.2.3 High resolution

3.3. Reference qty or % see the desired application program
description

5. through 7. applies only if an interface is installed; see the corresponding instructions

8. Extra functions 8.1. Menu 8.1.1

o

Parameter settings alterable

8.1.2 Parameter settings read only

8.2. External switch 8.2.3 applicable only if an interface

function is installed; see the corres-

ponding instructions

8.3. Power-on mode 8.3.1 Off/on

8.3.2

o

Stand-by/on

9. Reset menu 9.–1Factory settings 9.– 1 Reset

9.– 2

o

Do not reset

* = Gold scales only ** = Basic

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balances only

Menu level 1

Menu level 2

Menu level 3

Factory setting

Menu level 4

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Error Codes

Error codes are shown in the main display for approx. 2 seconds, after which the program
automatically returns to the weighing mode.

Display Cause Solution

No segments appear on No AC power is available Check the AC power supply
the display The AC adapter is not Plug in the AC adapter

plugged in
Battery is dead Replace the battery

Recharge the battery using
an external recharging device

h The load exceeds the Unload the balance/scale

balance/scale capacity

l The load plate is not in place Place the load plate on the

balance/scale
Something is touching Move the object that is
the load plate touching the load place

e 01 Display capacity exceeded: Decrease the weight on

Value to be output cannot be the scale
shown on the display

e 02 Calibration parameter Calibrate only when zero

not met; e.g.: is displayed
– balance/scale not zeroed Press t to tare the

balance/scale
– balance/scale is loaded Unload the balance/scale

e 10 The t key is blocked Press c to clear the

when there is data in tare memory and release the
the second tare memory tare key
(net-total) – only 1 tare function
can be used at a time

e 11 Value input is not allowed for Press t

second tare memory

e 22 Weight is too light or there is Increase the reference quantity

no sample on the balance/scale

e 30 Interface port for printer Contact your local Sartorius

output is blocked Service Center

Max. weighing range is less The balance/scale was Place the weighing pan on
than indicated under turned on without the weighing on the balance/scale
”Specifications” pan in place and press e to turn on the

balance/scale

The weight readout The balance/scale has not Calibrate/adjust the balance/
is obviously wrong been calibrated/adjusted scale

The balance/scale was not Tare before weighing
tared before weighing

If any other errors occur, contact your local Sartorius Service Center!

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Care and Maintenance

Service

Regular servicing by a Sartorius
technician will extend the service life
of your balance/scale and ensure
its continued weighing accuracy.
Sartorius can offer you service contracts,
with your choice of regular maintenance
intervals ranging from 1 month
to 2 years.

Repairs

Repair work must be performed
by trained service technicians.
Any attempt by untrained persons
to perform repairs may lead
to hazards for the user.

Cleaning

! Disconnect the balance/scale from

the AC adapter and unplug any
data cables that are connected to
the balance/scale

! Make sure that no liquid enters the

balance/scale housing

! Do not use any aggressive cleaning

agents (solvents or similar agents)

§ Clean the balance/scale using
a piece of cloth which has been
wet with a mild detergent (soap)

§ After cleaning, wipe down
the balance/scale with a soft,
dry cloth

Safety Inspection

If there is any indication that safe
operation of the balance/scale with
the AC adapter is no longer
warranted:

§ Turn off the power and disconnect
the equipment from AC power
immediately

> Lock the equipment in a secure

place to ensure that it cannot be
used for the time being

Safe operation of the balance/scale
with the AC adapter is no longer
ensured when:

– there is visible damage

to the AC adapter

– the AC adapter no longer functions

properly

– The AC adapter has been stored

for a relatively long period under
unfavorable conditions

In this case, notify your nearest
Sartorius Service Center or the Inter­national Technical Support Unit based in
Goettingen, Germany. Maintenance
and repair work may only be performed
by service technicians who are
authorized by Sartorius and who

– have access to the required

maintenance manuals

– have attended the relevant service

training courses

Instructions for Recycling
the Packaging

To ensure safe shipment, your
balance/scale has been packaged
using environmentally friendly
materials. After successful installation
of the balance/scale, you should
return this packaging for recycling.

For information on recycling options,
including recycling of old weighing
equipment, contact your municipal
waste disposal center or local
recycling depot.

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Overview

Specifications

General specifications:

AC power source/power requirements AC adapter, 230 or 115 V, +15%…–20%
Frequency 48–60 Hz
Power requirements,

direct current V 10 to 20
Power consumption (average) W 0.75
Operating temperature range –10…+40 °C (263…313 K, 32 °F…104 °F)
Adaptation to ambient

conditions By selection of 1 of 4 optimized filter levels
Display update

(depends on the filter level selected) 0.1–0.4
Dimensions (WxDxH) mm 188×250×70 (without glass draft shield cylinder)

Specifications for the individual models:

Basic

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Series and Gold Series

Model BL150S BL1500S, BL610, BL310, BL150 BL6100,

GM1502 GM 612 GM312 GM6101

Weighing capacity g 150 1,500 610 310 150 6,100
Readability g 0.001 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.1
Tare range (by subtraction) g 150 1,500 610 310 150 6,100
Reproducibility ≤±g 0.0015 0.015 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.1
Linearity ≤±g 0.003 0.03 0.02 0.02 0.02 0.2
Sensitivity drift within

+10…+30 °C/+50…+86°F ≤±/K 3.3·10–63.3·10–60.5·10–51·10

–5

2·10

–5

0.5·10

–5

Response time (average) s 2.5 2.5 2 2 1.5 2
External calibration weight g 100 (F1) 1000 (F1) 500 (F2) 100 (F2) 100 (M1)

5,000 (F2)

(of at least accuracy class…) lb* 0.2 (F1) 2 (F1) 1 (F2) 0.2 (F2) 0.2 (M1) 10 (F2)
Net weight, approx. kg 1.6 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.4
Pan size mm 100 Ø 174×143 116 Ø 116 Ø 116 Ø 174×143
Hours of operation with 9-volt

block battery, approx. h – – 11 11 11 11
Hours of operation with fully

charged 9-volt block battery,
approx. h – – 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

* = BL models only

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Basic

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Series and Gold Series

Model BL3100, BL1500 BL600, BL12 BL6 BL3

GM3101 GM601

Weighing capacity g 3,100 1,500 610 12,000 6,000 3,000
Readability g 0.1 0.1 0.1 1 1 1
Tare range (by subtraction) g 3,100 1,500 610 12 6 3
Reproducibility ≤±g0.1 0.1 0.1 1 1 1
Linearity ≤±g 0.2 0.2 0.2 2 2 2
Sensitivity drift within

+10…+30 °C/+50…+86°F ≤±/K 1·10

–5

2·10

–5

5·10

–5

2.5·10–55·10

–5

10·10

–5

Response time (average) s 2 2 2 2 2 2
External calibration weight g 1,000 1,000 500 5,000 5,000 1,000

(of at least accuracy class…) (F2) (M1) (M1) (M1) (M1) (M1)

lb* 2,000 2,000 1,000 10,000 10,000 2,000

(F2) (M1) (M1) (M1) (M1) (M1)

Net weight, approx. kg 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4
Pan size mm 174×143
Hours of operation with 9-volt

block battery, approx. h 11 11 11 11 11 11
Hours of operation with fully

charged 9-volt block battery,
approx. h 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Gold Series

Model GM1205

Weighing capacity g 1,200
Readability g 0.05
Tare range (by subtraction) g 1,200
Reproducibility ≤±g 0.05
Linearity ≤±g0.1
Sensitivity drift within

+10…+30 °C/+50…+86°F ≤±/K 2·10

–5

Response time (average) s 2
External calibration weight

(of at least accuracy class…) g 1,000 (F2)
Net weight, approx. kg 1.4
Pan size mm 174×143
Hours of operation with 9-volt

block battery, approx. h 11
Hours of operation with fully

charged 9-volt block battery,
approx. h 2.5

* = BL models only

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Accessories (Options)

Product Order No.
Interface port, installation kit YDO01BL

Data printer YDP03-0CE

with date/time, statistical data
evaluation and transaction counter
functions and LCD
(YDO01BL required)

Paper (5 rolls) 6906937

Remote display

(YDO01BL required)
– reflective YRD12Z
– for overhead projectors,

transmissive YRD13Z

External rechargeable battery pack YRB07Z

with external battery charger
(hours of operation: 20 or 40,
depending on balance/scale model)

SartoWedge data transfer software YSW01

for on-line storage on weighing data

Interface cable 7357312

for connecting a PC; 25-pin

Universal remote control switch:

(YDO01BL required)
Foot switch with T-connector YFS01
Hand switch with T-connector YHS01

T-Connector YTC01

for connecting 2 peripheral
devices
(YDO01BL required)

Product Order No.
Carrying case YDB01BL

Dust cover

– for models with a round

weighing pan YDC02BL

– for models with a rectangular

weighing pan YDC01BL

Weighing bowls

– 300 ml, weight: 86 g,

stainless steel 6407

– 1000 ml, wt.: 240 g,

stainless steel 641211
– 300 ml, wt.: 22 g, aluminum 69641304
– 270 ml, wt.: 62 g,

137 Ø mm stainless steel YWP03G

Calibration weights

– for the BL150S (100 g; F1) YCW5138
– for the BL150, BL310, GM312

(100 g; F2) YCW5148
– for the BL610, BL600, GM612,

GM601 (500 g; F2) YCW5548
– for the BL1500S, GM1502

(1 kg; F1) YCW6138
– for the BL1500, BL3100, BL3,

GM3101, GM1205 (1 kg; F2) YCW6148
– for the BL6100, BL6, BL12,

GM6101 (5 kg; F1) YCW6538

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C Marking

The C marking affixed to the equipment indicates that the equipment
meets the requirements of the following Directive(s):

Council Directive 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)”

Applicable European Standards:
Limitation of emissions:

EN 50081-1 Residential, commercial and light industry
EN 50081-2 Industrial environment

Defined immunity to interference:
EN 50082-1 Residential, commercial and light industry
EN 50082-2 Industrial environment

Important Note:
The operator shall be responsible for any modifications to Sartorius equipment
and for any connections of cables or equipment not supplied by Sartorius
and must check and, if necessary, correct these modifications and connections.
On request, Sartorius will provide information on the minimum operating
specifications (in accordance with the Standards listed above for defined
immunity to interference).

Council Directive 73/23/EEC
“Electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits”

Applicable European Standards:
EN 60950 Safety of information technology equipment including

electrical business equipment

EN 61010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,

control and laboratory use
Part 1: General requirements

If you use electrical equipment in installations and under ambient conditions
requiring higher safety standards, you must comply with the provisions
as specified in the applicable regulations for installation in your country.

Sartorius AG

b 37070 Goettingen, Germany
p Weender Landstrasse 94–108, 37075 Goettingen, Germany
t (551) 308-0, f (551) 308-289

Copyright by Sartorius AG, Goettingen, Germany.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication
may be reprinted or translated in any form or by any means
without the prior written permission of Sartorius AG.

The status of the information, specifications and
illustrations in this manual is indicated by the date
given below. Sartorius AG reserves the right to
make changes to the technology, features,
specifications, and design of the equipment
without notice.

Status: January 1998, Sartorius AG, Goettingen, Germany

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