Sartorius MCA324S-2S00-U, MCA324S-2S00-I, MCA225SI-S00, MCA225S-2S00-U, MCA3203S-2S00-E Sartorius Cubis II (MCA) Semi-Micro, Analytical Balance Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Original Operating Instructions

Cubis®

MCA Models Semimicro, Analytical and Precision Balances

1000047984

Contents

1 About these Instructions............................ 5

1.1 Scope ....................................... 5

1.2 Symbols Used................................. 5

1.2.1 Warnings in Operating Instructions........ 5

1.2.2 Other Symbols ......................... 5

1.3 Target Groups................................. 6

2 Safety Instructions ................................. 7

2.1 Intended Use ................................. 7

2.2 Personnel Qualification......................... 7

2.3 Proper Working Order of the Device.............. 8

2.4 Symbols on the Device ......................... 8

2.5 Electrical Equipment ........................... 8

2.5.1 Damage to the Electrical Equipment

of the Device .......................... 8

2.5.2 Working on the Device’s Electrical

Equipment............................. 8

2.5.3 AC Adapter and Power Supply Cable....... 8

2.6 Conduct in an Emergency....................... 8

2.7 Accessories, Consumables, and Spare Parts ........ 9

2.8 Personal Protective Equipment .................. 9

2.9 Glass Breakage................................ 9

3 Device Description ................................10

3.1 Device Overview .............................10

3.2 Draft Shield .................................11

3.3 Weighing Pan and Associated Components ....... 12

3.4 Connections and Components on the Weighing

Module .....................................13

3.4.1 Analytical Balance and Precision Balance.. 13

3.4.2 Semi-microbalance with Electronics

Module ..............................13

3.5 Connections and Components on the Electronics

Module .....................................14

3.6 Connections on the Display and Control Unit .....14

3.7 Conformity-assessed Devices ................... 15

3.8 Symbols on the Device ........................15

4 Operating Concept................................16

4.1 Operating Elements in the Main Menu........... 16

4.2 Operating Elements in the Task Management Menu. 17

4.3 Operating Elements in the Weighing Display......18

4.4 Advanced Operator Guidance ..................19

4.5 Messages....................................20

4.6 Self-diagnosis Display......................... 21

4.7 Keypad .....................................22

4.8 Status Display of the Buttons ..................22

4.9 Buttons in the Operating Display ...............23

4.9.1 Buttons for Navigation or Organization

in Displays............................ 23

4.9.2 Buttons for Editing or Managing Entries ..24

4.9.3 Weighing and Print Function Buttons..... 25

4.10 Displays in the Operating Display ...............26

4.11 User Management ............................27

4.11.1 User Profiles .......................... 27

4.11.2 User Login ............................27

4.12 Profile Management ..........................27

4.13 Applications and Tasks ........................27

4.14 Menu Structure ..............................28

4.14.1 Main Menu ...........................28

4.14.2 “Settings” Menu .......................28

4.15 Navigating the Menus......................... 32

5 Installation....................................... 34

5.1 Scope of Delivery............................. 34

5.2 Selecting an Installation Site ................... 34

5.3 Unpacking the Device .........................35

5.4 Removing the Display and Control Unit ..........35

5.4.1 Positioning the Display and Control Unit ..35

5.5 Connecting the Ethernet Cable .................36

5.6 Preparing Below-balance Weighing .............36

5.7 Installing a Device with an Analytical Draft Shield

or Flat Glass Draft Shield ......................38

5.7.1 Positioning the Weighing Pan and

Associated Components ................38

5.7.2 Installing the Analytical Draft Shield......39

5.7.3 Installing the Flat Glass Draft Shield ......39

5.8 Installing a Device with a Frame Draft Shield .....40

5.8.1 Positioning the Weighing Pan and

Associated Components ................40

5.9 Connecting the Electronics Module

(Only for Semi-microbalance) ..................41

5.10 Installing Palm-operable Keys

(Only for Devices with Motorized Draft Shield).... 41

5.11 Setting Up the Cable Entry (Only for Devices

with a Manual Analytical Draft Shield)...........41

5.12 Acclimatization ..............................42

6 Getting Started................................... 43

6.1 Installing the AC Adapter ......................43

6.2 Connecting the Power Supply ..................43

7 System Settings................................... 45

7.1 Performing System Settings....................45

7.2 Switching Off the isoCAL Function ..............45

7.3 Assign a Password ............................45

7.4 Parameter List ...............................46

7.4.1 Parameters in the “User Configuration”

Menu ................................46

7.4.2 Parameters in the “Profile Management”

Menu ................................46

7.4.3 Parameters in the “Device Settings” Menu ..49

7.4.4 Parameters in the “Connections” Menu....53

7.4.5 Parameters in the “Device Maintenance”

Menu ................................57

8 Operation ........................................ 58

8.1 Switching the Device On and Off ...............58

8.2 Logging Users In and Out ......................58

8.3 Leveling the Device ...........................59

8.3.1 Level Device with Motorized Leveling Feet ..59

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8.4 Opening and Closing the Motorized Draft Shield (Only for Devices with a Motorized Draft Shield) ..59

8.4.1 Opening Draft Shield by Pressing the

Palm-operated Key ....................59

8.4.2 Defining the Opening Width.............59

8.5 Activating Applications and Adding a Task .......60

8.5.1 Activating Applications .................60

8.5.2 Adding an Application to a Task..........60

8.6 Adding Print and Weighing Profiles to a Task .....61

8.7 Preparing Weighings.......................... 61

8.8 Weighing ...................................61

8.9 Overview of Calibration, Adjustment, and

Linearization ................................62

8.10 Adjusting with the isoCAL Function .............62

8.11 Internally Calibrating and Adjusting the Device ...63

8.12 Weighing and Printing with ID Marking..........63

8.12.1 Saving Values for Printouts.............. 63

8.12.2 Marking Saved Values as Invalid ......... 64

8.12.3 Marking Saved Values as Valid ...........64

8.12.4 Printing Saved Values .................. 64

8.12.5 Exiting the Task ....................... 65

8.13 Viewing the Alibi Memory .....................65

8.14 Turning the Ionizer On / Off

(Only for Devices with an Ionizer) ...............65

8.14.1 Setting the Ionizer .....................65

8.14.2 Starting the Ionization Process .......... 66

8.14.3 Switching Off the Ionizer ............... 66

8.15 Running Applications (Examples) ...............66

8.15.1 Executing the “Toggle Between Weight

Units” Function........................66

8.15.2 Running the “Statistics” Application ...... 67

9 Cleaning and Maintenance.........................68

9.1 Preparing a Device with an Analytical Draft

Shield or Flat Glass Draft Shield ................68

9.2 Preparing a Device with a Frame Draft Shield .....69

9.3 Cleaning the Device ..........................69

9.4 Assembling and Connecting the Device ..........70

9.5 Maintenance Schedule ........................70

9.6 Performing a Software Update .................70

9.7 Performing a QAPP Center Update ..............71

10 Malfunctions ..................................... 72

10.1 Warning Messages............................72

10.2 Troubleshooting..............................72

11 Decommissioning .................................73

11.1 Decommissioning the Device ...................73

12 Transport ........................................73

12.1 Transporting the Device .......................73

13 Storage and Shipping .............................74

13.1 Storage .....................................74

13.2 Returning Device and Parts ....................74

14 Disposal..........................................75

14.1 Information on Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

14.2 Disposing of Device and Parts ..................75

14.2.1 Information on Disposal ................ 75

14.2.2 Disposal.............................. 75

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15 Technical Data.................................... 76

15.1 Dimensions and Weight .......................76

15.1.1 Semi-microbalance ....................76

15.1.2 Analytical Balance .................... 76

15.1.3 Precision Balance ......................76

15.2 Power Supply ................................76

15.2.1 Device ...............................76

15.2.2 AC Adapter ........................... 77

15.2.3 Safety of Electrical Equipment ........... 77

15.2.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility ........... 77

15.3 Materials.................................... 78

15.4 Integrated Clock .............................78

15.5 Backup Battery ..............................78

15.6 Ambient Conditions ..........................78

15.6.1 Installation Site ....................... 78

15.6.2 Ambient Temperature for the isoCAL

Function .............................79

15.6.3 Protection Class ....................... 79

15.7 Metrological Data ............................80

15.7.1 Models MCA225S | MCA225P |

MCA125S | MCA125P ..................80

15.7.2 Models MCA524S | MCA524P |

MCA324S | MCA324P ..................81

15.7.3 Models MCA224S | MCA124S |

MCA5203S | MCA5203P ................82

15.7.4 Models MCA3203S | MCA2203S |

MCA2203P | MCA1203S ................83

15.7.5 Models MCA623S | MCA623P |

MCA323S | MCA5202S .................84

15.8 Recommended Calibration Weight ..............85

15.9 isoCAL Function ..............................85

MCA2203P | MCA1203S ................85

15.9.2 Models MCA623S | MCA623P |

MCA323S | MCA5202S .................86

15.10 Alibi Memory Value........................... 86

15.11 Interfaces ...................................86

15.11.1 Specifications for the COM-RS232

Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

15.11.2 Specifications for the USB-A Interface.... 86

15.11.3 Specifications for the USB-B Interface ....86

16 Accessories.......................................87

16.1 Accessories .................................. 87

16.1.1 Printers and Communication ............ 87

16.1.2 Displays and Input / Output Elements ..... 87

16.1.3 Hardware for Pipette Calibration .........88

16.1.4 Filter Balance and Antistatic Accessories .. 88

16.1.5 Special Applications.................... 88

16.1.6 Weighing Tables .......................88

16.1.7 Weighing Accessories .................. 89

17 Sartorius Service..................................90

18 Conformity and Certificates........................90

18.1 EU Declaration of Conformity ..................90

18.2 Certificate of Compliance...................... 92

18.3 FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity ........94

About these Instructions

1 About these Instructions

1.1 Scope

These instructions are part of the device. These instructions apply to the device in the following versions:

Device Model

Cubis

semi-microbalance, with manual or motorized draft shield, with or without ionizer

Cubis

analytical balance, with manual or motorized draft shield, with or without ionizer

Cubis

precision balance, with frame draft shield, flat glass draft shield, manual or motorized draft shield, with or without ionizer

MCA125P-... | MCA125S-... | MCA225P-... | MCA225S-...

1.2 Symbols Used

1.2.1 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.

1.2.2 Other Symbols

t y Result: Describes the result of the actions carried out.

[ ] Text inside brackets refers to control and display items. [ ] Text inside brackets indicates status, warning, and error messages.

Required action: Describes actions which must be carried out.

Indicates information for legal metrology for conformity-assessed (verified) devices. Conformity-assessed devices are also referred to as “verified” in these instructions.

Figures on the Operating Display

The figures on the operating display of the device may deviate from those in these instructions.

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About these Instructions

1.3 Target Groups

These instructions are addressed to the following target groups. The target groups must possess the specified knowledge.

Target group Knowledge and responsibilities

User The 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. The training is carried out by the operating engineer / laboratory manager or the operator of the device.

Operator The operator of the device is responsible for compliance with safety

requirements and workplace 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.

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Safety Instructions

2 Safety Instructions

2.1 Intended Use

The device is a high-resolution balance, which can be used in laboratories. 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 can be used in stand-alone operation or can be operated on a PC.

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.

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.

2.2 Personnel Qualification

All persons working on the device must possess the necessary knowledge and authorizations (see Chapter “1.3 Target Groups”, page 6)

If no qualifications are indicated for the actions described in these instructions: The actions described are addressed to the “User” target group.

If individual actions must be carried out by other target groups or by Sartorius Service personnel: The qualification required will be indicated in the description of the action.

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.

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Safety Instructions

2.3 Proper Working Order of the Device

A damaged device or worn parts may lead to malfunctions or cause hazards which are difficult to recognize.

t Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect working order. t Have any malfunctions or damage repaired immediately by Sartorius Service.

2.4 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.

2.5 Electrical Equipment

2.5.1 Damage to the Electrical Equipment of the Device

Damage to the electrical equipment of the device, e.g. damage to the insulation, can be life-threatening. Contact with parts under voltage represents a direct danger to life.

t If the device’s electrical equipment is defective, disconnect the device from the

power supply and contact Sartorius Service.

t Keep live parts away from moisture. Moisture can cause short circuits.

2.5.2 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.

2.5.3 AC Adapter and Power Supply Cable

Serious injury can result, e.g. from electric shocks, if an unsuitable and inadequately dimensioned power supply cable or unsuitable AC adapter is used.

t Only use the original power supply cable and AC adapter. t If the AC adapter or power supply cable must be replaced: Contact Sartorius

Service. Do not repair or modify the AC adapter or power supply cable.

2.6 Conduct in an Emergency

If there is immediate danger of personal injury or if there is a risk of damage to the device, 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 by disconnecting the power supply

cable.

t Malfunctions should be remedied by Sartorius Service.

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Safety Instructions

2.7 Accessories, Consumables, and Spare Parts

The use of unsuitable accessories, consumables, 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

− Malfunction of the device

− Device failure

t Only use approved accessories, consumables, and spare parts supplied by

Sartorius. Information on operational quality is available upon request from Sartorius.

t Only use accessories, consumables, and spare parts that are in proper working

order.

2.8 Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment protects against risks arising from the samples used.

t If the workplace or the measurement process in which the device is being used

requires personal protective equipment: Wear personal protective equipment.

2.9 Glass Breakage

Glass components can break if they fall or are handled incorrectly. Glass fragments can cause cuts.

t Only lift the device by its base, not by the draft shield. t When lifting and transporting, ensure that no personnel or objects are in the way.

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Device Description

3 Device Description

3.1 Device Overview

6 8

Fig. 1: Semi-microbalance with motorized draft shield with ionizer and electronics module (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Weighing chamber 2 Manufacturer’s ID label Not depicted 3 Weighing module 4 Electronics module Only for semi-microbalances with electronics module 5 Leveling foot Motorically adjustable 6 Palm-operated key Opens and closes the side and upper panel of the draft shield 7 Display and control unit 8 Operating display Touchscreen 9 Level

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3.2 Draft Shield

Device Description

Fig. 2: Precision balance with frame draft shield, analytical balance with motorized analytical draft shield, and precision balance with manual analytical draft shield (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Frame draft shield Is placed on the shield plate. 2 Analytical draft shield Can be opened at the door handle of the upper panel or at the door handles of the side

panels. Is motorized in some models. 3 Housing back plate Manufactured from metal and plastic parts 4 Upper draft shield panel Used to open the upper panel. Can be opened manually and is motorized in some models. 5 Rear panel Glass 6 Front panel Glass 7 Side panel Can be opened manually and is motorized in some models.

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Device Description

3.3 Weighing Pan and Associated Components

Fig. 3: Precision balance with frame draft shield, analytical balance with manual analytical draft shield, and precision balance with manual analytical draft shield (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Weighing pan 2 Pan support Only for models with pan support 3 Shield plate 4 Pan retainer

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Device Description

3.4 Connections and Components on the Weighing Module

3.4.1 Analytical Balance and Precision Balance

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Fig. 4: Connections on the weighing module of the analytical balance and precision balance (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 On key Switches the device on from standby mode. 2 USB-A connection For USB accessories, e.g. printers, USB mass storage devices, barcode scanners 3 USB-B connection For connection to a PC 4 COM-RS232 connection 9-pin, for connection to a PC or PLC 5 Menu access switch Protects the device from changes to the device settings. Is sealed for conformity-

assessed devices. 6 Peripheral connection For connecting Sartorius accessories 7 Power supply For connection to the power supply 8 Slot For attaching a “Kensington” anti-theft device

3.4.2 Semi-microbalance with Electronics Module

1 2

Fig. 5: Connections on the weighing module of the semi-microbalance with electronics module (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Electronics module connection For connecting the electronics module to the weighing module 2 Slot For attaching a “Kensington” anti-theft device

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Device Description

3.5 Connections and Components on the Electronics Module

1 2 3 4 5

Fig. 6: Connections on the electronics module (example)

Pos. Designation Description

assessed devices. 6 Peripheral connection For connecting Sartorius accessories 7 Weighing module connection For connecting the electronics module to the weighing module 8 Power supply For connection to the power supply

3.6 Connections on the Display and Control Unit

1 2 3

Fig. 7: Connections on the display and control unit (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 USB-C connection For USB mass storage devices 2 USB-A connection For USB accessories, e.g. printers, USB mass storage devices, barcode scanners 3 Ethernet connection For connecting an Ethernet cable

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Device Description

3.7 Conformity-assessed Devices

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.

3.8 Symbols on the Device

Fig. 8: ID label on the device (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Manufacturer’s ID label Displays the metrological data of the device.

Conformity-assessed models only

Symbol Meaning

During operation, parts in the device may be live. Only electricians may have access to and work on these parts, such as for maintenance and repairs.

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Operating Concept

4 Operating Concept

4.1 Operating Elements in the Main Menu

Fig. 1: Operating elements in the main menu (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Navigation and function bar − Enables navigation, searching, filtering, and sorting in menus and lists.

− In the “Settings” Menu: Displays the name of the menu. 2 Available tasks Displays all tasks available for the active user. 3 Function bar Displays available submenus and operating functions for the current display

and current user.

4 Task Starts the described task.

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Operating Concept

4.2 Operating Elements in the Task Management Menu

Fig. 2: Operating elements in the Task Management Menu (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Navigation and function bar − Enables navigation and searching in menus and lists.

− Enables the addition of tasks.

− Opens the QAPP center.

− Displays the name of the menu.

2 Available tasks − Displays all available tasks.

− Opens a summary of the properties for the displayed task.

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Operating Concept

4.3 Operating Elements in the Weighing Display

21 3 4 5

Fig. 3: Weighing display (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Application symbol Displays the symbol for the active application. 2 Task name Displays the name of the active task. 3 Date display Displays the current date. 4 User name Displays the name of the active user profile. 5 Time display Displays the current time. 6 Navigation bar Enables navigation in menus. 7 Metrological data 8 Marked location Marks the differentiated location. 9 Weight value display In the selected unit and resolution. 10 Weighing unit Displays the selected unit, e.g. grams, [g].

Enables the unit and resolution to be selected. 11 Bar graph Displays the measured value as a percentage of weighing capacity utilization. 12 Function bar Displays available operating functions for the current display.

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4.4 Advanced Operator Guidance

Advanced applications have advanced operator guidance.

1 2

Operating Concept

Fig. 4: Advanced operator guidance (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Weighing display with operator

guidance

2 Advanced operator guidance Guides the user through the active task. Includes 2 or 3 convertible displays

depending on the selected application:

− First display: Shows the step currently being carried out as a graphic display.

− Second display: Shows the current parameters for the task.

− Third display, only for applications with statistics function: Represents statistical information as a curve.

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Operating Concept

4.5 Messages

Fig. 5: Error message (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Description Specifies the cause. 2 Remedy Specifies the measures necessary to eliminate the cause of the message. 3 Confirm Confirms and closes the message.

4 Message type Indicates that the message is a status message, warning message, or an

error message.

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4.6 Self-diagnosis Display

1 2 3 2 3 4

Operating Concept

Fig. 6: Self-diagnosis display (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Messages Displays information, warning, and error messages. 2 Leveling status Displays the status of the level. 3 Status for the device Displays the general device information. 4 Calibration and adjustment report Displays the data for the last and next adjustment and calibration.

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Operating Concept

4.7 Keypad

The keypad is used for entering values in entry fields. If an entry field is activated: The alphanumeric keypad or numerical keypad appears.

4 3

Fig. 7: Alphanumeric keypad and numerical keypad (example)

Pos. Designation Description

1 Entry field 2 Input assistance Indicates which values must be entered in the input field, e.g. numbers only. 3 Numeric keypad 4 Alphanumeric keypad

4.8 Status Display of the Buttons

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

Predominant button Indicates that the function must be executed.

The button is color-highlighted.

Secondary button Indicates that the function can be executed.

The button is highlighted gray.

Inactive button Indicates that the function currently cannot be

executed. The button is grayed out.

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Operating Concept

4.9 Buttons in the Operating Display

4.9.1 Buttons for Navigation or Organization in Displays

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

[Menu] button Quits the active task and opens the main menu.

[Back] button − Returns to the previous display.

− In the main menu: Accesses the last-performed task.

[Search] button Displays options for browsing tasks and list elements.

[Filter] button Displays options for filtering tasks and list elements.

[Sort] button Displays options for sorting tasks and list elements.

[Standby] button Switches the operating display to standby mode.

[Task Management] button Opens Task Management.

[Status Center] button Opens the Status Center.

[Setup] button Opens the “Settings” menu.

[User Logout] button Logs the currently active user out and accesses the login display.

Service info

Device info

List

Leveling

[User Login] button Accesses the login display.

[Next] button Accesses the next display, e.g. the next processing step for a wizard.

[Service Info] button Opens the “Settings / Device Settings / Device Information /

Service” menu.

[Device Info] button Opens the “Settings / Device Settings / Device Information /

General Device Information” menu.

[Status List] button Opens an overview of all current status messages, warning

messages, and error messages.

[Leveling] button Opens the Leveling Wizard.

[Warning] button Opens the list of current warning messages.

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Operating Concept

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

[Error] button Opens the list of current error messages.

[Info] button − Opens a display with additional information using the current

menu.

− In the self-diagnosis display: Opens the list of current status messages.

[QAPP Center] button Opens the QAPP center.

[Profile Management] button Opens Profile Management.

[Details] button Shows additional information about an element.

[Display Image] button Displays available images or videos.

[Close Menu] button Closes the menu.

4.9.2 Buttons for Editing or Managing Entries

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

[New] button − In Task Management: Starts the wizard for creating a new task.

− In Profile Management: Starts the wizard for creating a new weighing or print profile.

[Activate QAPP] button Opens the display for activating an application.

Licensing

[OK] button Saves a selection or entry.

[More] button Shows the keypad for entering a user-defined value.

[Select All] button Selects all elements of a list.

[Deselect All] button Deselects the selection for all elements of a list.

[Cancel] button − Cancels the current process without saving the changed

settings or values.

− In the display for editing the print memory: Marks the selected value as invalid.

[Edit] button Accesses the Adjustment Wizard for editing the displayed element,

e.g. for setting the parameters for a task.

[Delete] button Deletes the selected element.

[License] button Opens the entry field for the license key for activating a QAPP

package or application.

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Operating Concept

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

[Keypad] button Shows the keypad.

[Lock] button Opens the entry field to change the password for the active user.

4.9.3 Weighing and Print Function Buttons

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

isoCAL

Prc

Tare 1 0.00 g

[Leveling] button Opens the Leveling Wizard.

[isoCAL] button Starts the isoCAL function.

[Result] button Toggles between the result and weight value display for the current

application, e.g. weighing in percent.

[Zero] button Starts zeroing.

[Tare] button Starts taring.

[Tare 1] button Stores the current weight value in the tare 1 memory.

[Tare 1 Entry] button Opens an entry field for manually entering the tare 1 value.

[Delete Tare 1] button Deletes the tare 1 memory.

[Start] button Starts the selected application.

[Quit] button Quits the active application and opens the main menu.

[Confirm] button Confirms the current display and initializes the next step.

[Save] button Saves the weight value and sends it to the print memory.

[Print memory] button Opens the Print Memory display.

[Print] button − If the Print Memory is displayed: Exports the saved print orders

via the integrated data interfaces.

− If the weighing display is displayed and the prompt for the sample ID is activated: Opens the entry field for the prompt for the sample ID.

[Ionizer] button Starts an ionization process.

[Toggle between weight units] button

− Toggles between the weight units and the resolution.

− Accesses the “Toggle between weight units” function menu.

[Restart] button If an application is active: Deletes the saved values and restarts the

application.

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Pos. Symbol Designation Description

[Report] button If an application is active, e.g. density determination: Displays a

report about the progress of the application.

[Result report] button If an application is active, e.g. density determination: Displays a

report about the result of the application.

4.10 Displays in the Operating Display

Pos. Symbol Designation Description

Gross

[Leveling] display Indicates that the device is not leveled.

[Print memory] display Indicates that the elements are located in the print memory.

[Unit symbol] display Indicates the set weight unit, e.g. [g] for “grams”.

[Result] display Indicates whether the weight value being displayed is a gross value

or the result of an application.

[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 in the self-diagnosis display.

[Sign] display Indicates whether the value being displayed is positive or negative.

[Current page] display − Indicates that the current display is a multi-page display.

− Indicates which page of a multi-page display is being displayed currently.

[Copy] button Indicates that data are being copied.

[Selection] display Indicates that an entry is selected in a list.

[Target value] display Displays the target value in the bar graph display.

[Factory mode] display Indicates that the device is being operated in the factory default

mode.

[Service mode] display Indicates that the device is being operated in the service mode.

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4.11 User Management

4.11.1 User Profiles

In the factory, 4 user profiles are created for the device. One role is assigned to each user profile. Each role has rights to operate the device. The rights assigned to each role depend on which device functions the user has to use.

User profiles can be adapted.

4.11.2 User Login

The user must log in to the login display with a user profile. Various setting options and tasks are displayed in the operating display depending on the user profile and role.

4.12 Profile Management

Weighing and print profiles can be created. These profiles can be assigned to a task.

4.13 Applications and Tasks

Device functions such as weighing or calibration and adjustment are carried out using tasks. Applications must be assigned to a task.

A task is visible to all users who are approved for this task. The device is supplied with some freely accessible applications that can be used to

carry out the most important functions. Additional applications may be activated for a fee.

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4.14 Menu Structure

4.14.1 Main Menu

t Navigating in menus (see Chapter 4.15, page 32).

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description

Task management (task menu)

QAPP center Display the available QAPP packages.

Status center Display information on the device status, e.g.

Settings General device informa-

tion User Management Profile Management Device Settings Connections Device Maintenance

Displays all available tasks. Opens a summary of the properties for the displayed task.

level status.

4.14.2 “Settings” Menu

Depending on the approved applications, the device may display additional menus.

t Navigating in menus (see Chapter 4.15, page 32).

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description

Device information

General device information

Service Service contact Display the responsible contact at Sartorius

Manufacturer Display information about the device’s

manufacturer. Model Display the device’s model ID. Serial number Display the device’s serial number. Version of device firmware

with check number QAPP center version Display the version of the QAPP center. IP address Display the IP address of the device. MAC address Display the MAC address of the device.

Telephone number Display the telephone number for Sartorius

E-mail address Display the e-mail address for Sartorius Service. Technical hotline Display the technical hotline for Sartorius Service. Maintenance contact Display the responsible contact for maintenance

Next scheduled maintenance Display the date for the next scheduled

Maintenance cycle Display the maintenance cycle. Website Display the website for Sartorius Service.

Display the version of the device firmware with

check number.

Service.

measures.

maintenance.

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Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description

Alibi memory Display, filter, or browse the contents of the Alibi

memory.

Weigh range Ranges 1–4 Display the values for maximum load, minimum

load, scale interval, and calibration step interval for weigh ranges 1–4.

Diagnostics information Version of device firmware

with check number

Display the version of the device firmware with

check number. QAPP center version Display the version of the QAPP center. Restore mode version Display the restore mode version. BAC balance processor version Display the version of the BAC processor. APC application processor

Display the version of the APC processor. version

MCU control processor version Display the version of the MCU processor. WPC draft shield processor

Display the version of the WPC processor. version

Software licenses The list of all open source software modules used.

User Management

Profile Management

4 standard user profiles Summary of the properties

of the active user profile

Weighing List of available weighing

profiles

Report on USB Printer

List of available print profiles Display or edit all print profiles available for the

YDP30

Display or edit the active user profile.

Display or edit all weighing profiles available for

the active user.

active user.

Device Settings Date and time Date format Define the date display format.

New date Enter a date. Time format Define the time display format. New time Enter a new time. NTP, Network Time Server Activate or deactivate time synchronization via

NTP. IP address of the NTP server Enter the NTP server IP address. Time zone Determine the time zone.

Leveling Automatic leveling (before

calibration / adjustment

Activate or deactivate automatic leveling before

each calibration / adjustment process. function)

Leveling alert levels Set the alert level for the message indicating that

the device has not been leveled.

isoCAL isoCAL function Set the isoCAL function.

isoCAL alert levels Set the alert level for the message indicating that

the isoCAL function must be executed.

Device identifier ID1 – 2 Determine the device identifier. Draft shield Left / right key Set the function of the left and right palm-

operated keys.

Only for devices with a motorized draft shield

Ionizer Ionizer function Define the switch-on behavior for the ionizer.

Only for devices with an ionizer Ionizer intensity Define the intensity of the ionization process.

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