
Sartorius Research.
R 160 P
Electronic Semi-Microbalance
Installation and Operating Instructions

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1
Power receptacle, fuse,
8
Level indicator
voltage selector
9
ON/OFF key
2
Menu access switch
10
Print control (functions only if balance
3
Interface has a built-in interface)
4
Protective ring
11
Tare control
5
Pan
12
CAL key
6
Shield plate
13
Selector key
7
Leveling foot
14
Weight display

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Sartorius Research
R 160 P
With this Sartorius Semi-Microbalance you have acquired a
high-quality electronic weighing Instrument that will ease your
daily work load.
Before you operate your new balance, please read these Installation and operating instructions carefully.
Pursuant to the German Directive for the Implementation
of Regulations for Prevention of Accidents "Elektrische
Anlagen und Betriebsmittel (VBG 4)" [Electrical Installations and Equipment] of April 1986, it is hereby certified
that the equipment delivered, "Semi-Microbalance, model
R 160 P" is manufactured and tested in compliance with
the following DIN/VDE regulations
DIN IEC 348/VDE 041 1:
Safety requirements for electronic measuring apparatus
DIN IEC 380/VDE 0806:
Safety of electrically energized office machines
DIN IEC 601 /VDE 0750:
Safety of medical electrical equipment
When 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.

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Contents
Page
Equipment Supplied 5
Installation Instructions 6
Startup 7
Operation 8
Weighing 10
Calibration 11
Balance Operating program 13
Troubleshooting Guide 16
Interface 17
Accessories (Options) 18
Specifications 19

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Equipment Supplied
Do not miss out on the benefits of our full warranty.
Please complete the warranty card, indicating the date of installation, and return the card to your Sartorius dealer.
The equipment supplied includes the components pictured on
the left.
Save the packaging and the box for shipping your balance to
prevent any damage caused during transportation.

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Installation
Instructions
Choose a suitable place to set up your balance. lt should not be
exposed to the following:
- heat radiation
- aggressive/corrosive substances
- vibrations
- drafts.
Your Sartorius balance will provide accurate readouts even
when it is exposed to unfavorable weighing conditions. You can
adapt it to your requirements simply by changing the menu
code settings of the balance operating program. For this purpose, please refer to pages 13 -15.
After you have plugged your balance into a wall outlet, allow for at least 2 hours' warmup.
Important Note
Unplug the balance before you connect or disconnect peripherals.