RM XSR Analytical EN
RM XSR Analytical EN
XSR
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 7
1.1 Further documents and information ................................................................................ 7
1.2 Explanation of conventions and symbols used ................................................................ 7
1.3 Acronyms and abbreviations ......................................................................................... 7
1.4 Product range .............................................................................................................. 8
1.4.1 XSR analytical balances ................................................................................ 8
1.5 Compliance information ................................................................................................ 8
2 Safety Information 10
2.1 Definitions of signal words and warning symbols ............................................................ 10
2.2 Product-specific safety information ................................................................................. 10
5 Operation 32
5.1 Touch screen ............................................................................................................... 32
5.1.1 Selecting or activating an item ........................................................................ 32
5.1.2 Scrolling ...................................................................................................... 32
5.1.3 Entering characters and numbers.................................................................... 32
5.1.4 Changing the date and time ........................................................................... 33
5.2 Methods...................................................................................................................... 33
5.2.1 Methods overview ......................................................................................... 33
5.2.2 Method "General weighing" ............................................................................ 33
5.2.2.1 Creating a method "General weighing" ....................................................... 34
5.2.2.2 Performing a "General weighing" ............................................................... 34
5.2.3 Method "Simple formulation" .......................................................................... 35
5.2.3.1 Creating a method "Simple formulation" ..................................................... 36
5.2.3.2 Performing a "Simple formulation" ............................................................. 36
5.2.4 Method "Piece Counting" ............................................................................... 37
5.2.4.1 Creating a method "Piece Counting"........................................................... 37
5.2.4.2 Performing a "Piece Counting"................................................................... 37
5.2.5 Method "Titration" ......................................................................................... 38
5.2.5.1 Creating a method "Titration"..................................................................... 39
5.2.5.2 Performing a "Titration"............................................................................. 39
5.2.6 Method "Density determination" ...................................................................... 39
5.2.6.1 Creating a method "Density determination" ................................................. 40
5.2.6.2 Performing a "Density determination" ......................................................... 40
5.2.7 Editing a method .......................................................................................... 41
5.2.8 Cloning a method ......................................................................................... 41
5.2.9 Deleting a method......................................................................................... 41
5.2.10 Using methods with multiple weighing items (itemized) .................................... 42
5.2.10.1 Creating a new method with multiple weighing items (itemized).................... 42
5.2.10.2 Creating an itemized method from a completed task .................................... 42
5.2.10.3 Performing an itemized method ................................................................. 43
5.3 Test weights ................................................................................................................ 43
5.3.1 Defining an individual test weight ................................................................... 43
5.3.2 Defining a combined test weight ..................................................................... 43
5.4 Tests........................................................................................................................... 43
5.4.1 Overview routine tests.................................................................................... 44
5.4.1.1 Eccentricity.............................................................................................. 44
5.4.1.2 Repeatability test...................................................................................... 44
5.4.1.3 Sensitivity test.......................................................................................... 44
5.4.2 Creating a new test ....................................................................................... 44
5.4.3 Performing a test .......................................................................................... 45
5.4.3.1 Performing an "Eccentricity" ...................................................................... 45
5.4.3.2 Performing a "Repeatability test" ................................................................ 47
5.4.3.3 Performing a "Sensitivity test" .................................................................... 49
5.4.4 Editing a test ................................................................................................ 51
5.4.5 Printing test results........................................................................................ 51
5.4.6 Deleting a test .............................................................................................. 51
5.4.7 Consulting the test history .............................................................................. 52
5.5 Adjustments................................................................................................................. 52
5.5.1 Internal adjustment ....................................................................................... 52
5.5.1.1 Editing an "Internal adjustment"................................................................. 52
5.5.1.2 Performing an "Internal adjustment" ........................................................... 52
6 Software Description 70
6.1 Balance menu settings.................................................................................................. 70
6.1.1 Leveling aid ................................................................................................. 70
6.1.2 History......................................................................................................... 70
6.1.2.1 Adjustments ............................................................................................ 70
6.1.2.2 Tests ...................................................................................................... 71
6.1.2.3 Service ................................................................................................... 71
6.1.3 Balance info................................................................................................. 71
6.1.4 Settings ....................................................................................................... 71
6.1.4.1 Balance .................................................................................................. 72
6.1.4.2 Interfaces ................................................................................................ 78
6.1.4.3 Devices / Printers..................................................................................... 79
6.1.4.4 LabX / Services........................................................................................ 80
6.1.4.5 Printing the settings.................................................................................. 81
6.1.5 Maintenance ................................................................................................ 81
6.1.5.1 Service menu .......................................................................................... 82
6.2 Weighing methods settings ........................................................................................... 82
6.2.1 Settings: method "General weighing" ............................................................... 82
7 Maintenance 138
7.1 Maintenance tasks ....................................................................................................... 138
7.2 Cleaning ..................................................................................................................... 138
7.2.1 Disassembling for cleaning............................................................................ 138
7.2.2 Cleaning agents............................................................................................ 140
7.2.3 Cleaning the balance..................................................................................... 141
7.2.4 Putting into operation after cleaning ................................................................ 141
7.3 Service........................................................................................................................ 142
7.4 Software update ........................................................................................................... 142
7.4.1 Updating the software.................................................................................... 142
7.4.2 Restoring the software to the previous version .................................................. 142
7.4.3 Putting into operation after software update ...................................................... 142
10 Disposal 152
12 Appendix 162
12.1 Approved balances....................................................................................................... 162
12.1.1 Definitions.................................................................................................... 162
12.1.2 Descriptive markings..................................................................................... 162
12.1.3 Restrictions on zeroing and taring ................................................................... 162
12.1.4 Factory method: General Weighing ................................................................. 162
12.1.5 Representation of weighing results .................................................................. 163
12.1.6 MT-SICS....................................................................................................... 164
12.1.7 Reference..................................................................................................... 164
Index 165
Elements of instructions
In this manual, step-by-step instructions are presented as follows. The action steps are numbered and can
contain prerequisites, intermediate results and results, as shown in the example. Sequences with less than two
steps are not numbered.
Prerequisites that must be fulfilled before the individual steps can be executed.
1 Step 1
Intermediate result
2 Step 2
Result
WARNING A hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe injury if
not avoided.
CAUTION A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other
material damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.
Warning symbols
General hazard Notice
WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the METTLER TOLEDO power cable and AC/DC adapter designed for your
instrument.
2 Connect the power cable to a grounded power outlet.
3 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
4 Check the cables and the power plug for damage and replace them if damaged.
NOTICE
Damage to the instrument or malfunction due to the use of unsuitable parts
Only use parts from METTLER TOLEDO that are intended to be used with your
instrument.
3.3.6 Terminal
The 4.3-inch balance terminal has a touch sensitive
display. Further, on the front side of the terminal is a
StatusLight LED strip that indicates the current status of the
balance.
Name Description
Standby By tapping , the balance is not completely switched off but goes into standby
mode. To switch the balance completely off, it must be unplugged from the power
supply.
Note
Do not disconnect the balance from the power supply unless the balance is not
used for an extended period of time. After switching on the instrument, it must
warm up before giving accurate results.
Tare Tares the balance.
This function is used when the weighing process involves containers. After taring
the balance, the screen shows Net which indicates that all displayed weights are
net.
Zero Zeroes the balance.
The balance must always be zeroed before starting the weighing process. After
zeroing, the balance sets a new zero point.
Home To return from any menu level to the main weighing screen.
Open/close door Opens the weighing chamber door to the left or to the right (default value).
Methods list
my density
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my general weighing
Tests
06/24/2022
my piece counting
Adjustments
06/24/2022
my simple formulation
Sample ID
OK
Sample 2
Exit Complete More Add result Close Exclude result More Complete
Balance menu
Balance info
Close Blocking
1 2 3
my general weighing
9
8
10.12080 g
7 -5% 10 g +5%
Task ID Sample ID
6
Enter here Enter here
5 4
Exit Complete More Add result
Name Description
1 Weighing value field Shows the current weighing value.
2 Level indicator Indicates if the balance is leveled (green) or not (red).
3 Warning and error Shows current warning and/or error messages.
message area
4 Button Add result Adds the result to the Results list.
Depending on the selected method, the button can have different functions.
5 Action bar Contains actions referring to the current task.
6 Method information Contains information about the sample, method or task IDs.
area
7 SmartTrac Used as a weighing aid to define a target weight with upper and lower tolerances.
8 Weighing value area Shows the results of the current weighing process.
9 Method name Shows the name of the current method.
2 Settings Maintenance 5
3 Balance info
Close Blocking
6 7
Name Description
1 Leveling aid Opens the leveling dialog.
my simple formulation
Name Description
1 Methods list Lists the methods already defined by the user.
Methods can be created, edited, cloned, started, or deleted.
2 Tests Lists the tests already defined by the user.
Sensitivity tests
Repeatability tests
Eccentricity tests
Routine tests can be created, edited, started, or deleted.
A list of the tests previously performed is available in the History.
3 Adjustments Shows the currently selected internal or external adjustment. The adjustment can
be edited or started.
A list of the adjustments previously performed is available in the History.
See also
History Page 70
9 8 7 6
Avoid direct sunlight Avoid vibrations Avoid strong drafts Avoid temperature fluctu-
ations
Note
Depending on the balance model, the components may look different. The procedure is always the same.
1 Open the box and lift the package out using the lifting
strap (1).
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Documentation
User Manual Declaration of Conformity
Production certificate
Accessories
ErgoClip basket Brush
SmartPrep, 2 pcs
4.4 Installation
NOTICE
Damage to the cables due to careless handling
Do not kink or twist the cables.
1 Insert the slides of the display holder (1) into the front
of the weighing unit (2).
CAUTION
Injury due to sharp objects or broken glass
Instrument components, e.g., glass, can break and lead to injuries.
Always proceed with focus and care.
3 Place the side doors (3) into the grooves of the door
slides (4) and tilt them up until they engage with the
door lever (5). Consider the marks on the bottom
frames (L = left / R = right).
3 5
4 Insert the front panel (6) into the grooves (7) and tilt it
up until it engages.
5 Open the side doors.
WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the METTLER TOLEDO power cable and AC/DC adapter designed for your
instrument.
2 Connect the power cable to a grounded power outlet.
3 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
4 Check the cables and the power plug for damage and replace them if damaged.
Note
Do not connect the instrument to a power outlet controlled by a switch. After switching on the instrument, it
must warm up before giving accurate results.
See also
General data Page 146
See also
General data Page 146
Entering / Exiting standby mode Page 28
See also
Switching on the balance Page 27
See also
Doors Page 76
See also
Selecting the location Page 22
Leveling the balance Page 28
Performing an internal adjustment Page 28
See also
Unpacking the balance Page 22
See also
Technical Data Page 146
See also
Dimensions Page 151
5.1.2 Scrolling
Move the list up/down.
1 2
4 3
Name Description
1 Input field Shows the data that has been entered.
2 Backspace Deletes the character left of the current cursor position. The cursor can be
positioned by using the touch screen.
3 Confirm Confirms the entered data.
4 Discard Closes the keyboard dialog.
5 Numbers and special Switches into the special character mode.
characters
6 Shift Switches between lower or upper case letters.
1
1 January 2021 2
Cancel OK
Name Explanation
1 Plus button Increment
2 Display field Shows the defined time or date.
3 Minus button Decrement
Note
The format of date and time can be defined in the settings via the options Date format and Time format.
See also
Date / Time / Language / Format Page 77
5.2 Methods
A weighing method is an application for carrying out specific weighing tasks. The balance offers the method
"General Weighing" with default parameters. You have the possibility to create a maximum of 50 methods and
edit the methods. You can use these methods for your weighing task or edit them according to your
requirements. Methods can also be deleted or cloned.
To support you while configuring new methods, a configuration wizard leads you through the whole process.
Methods
my density
Methods list
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my general weighing
Tests
06/24/2022
my piece counting
Adjustments
06/24/2022
my simple formulation
You have the possibility to start with method factory setting parameter or to create a new method with changed
method parameter.
For details about method settings:
See also
Settings: method "General weighing" Page 82
Using methods with multiple weighing items (itemized) Page 42
Methods
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Methods list
my piece counting
Tests 06/24/2022
my simple formulation
Adjustments 06/24/2022
my titration
06/24/2022
Methods
my density
Methods list
06/24/2022
my general weighing
Tests
06/24/2022
my piece counting
Adjustments
06/24/2022
my simple formulation
See also
Settings: method "Piece Counting" Page 101
Methods
06/24/2022
Methods list
my piece counting
Tests 06/24/2022
my simple formulation
Adjustments 06/24/2022
my titration
06/24/2022
my general weighing
Tests
06/24/2022
my piece counting
Adjustments
06/24/2022
my simple formulation
See also
Settings: method "Density determination" Page 118
See also
Weighing methods settings Page 82
5.4 Tests
Routine tests can be performed to ensure accurate weighing results according to GWP® or other QM systems.
Therefore the tests should be performed in fixed, regular intervals depending on your QM system and the results
should be documented in a traceable way.
5.4.1.1 Eccentricity
The purpose of the eccentricity test is to check if every
eccentric load deviation (corner load deviation) is within
the user SOP tolerances. The corner load is the deviation of
the measurement value through off-center (eccentric)
loading. The corner load increases with the weight of the
3
load and its distance from the center of the weighing pan
support (1). If the display remains consistent, even when
the same load is placed on different parts of the weighing 2 1 4
pan, the balance does not have corner load deviation.
The result corresponds to the highest of the four 5
determined eccentric load deviations (2 to 5).
See also
Tests settings Page 125
NOTICE
Incorrect weighing results due to wrong handling of the test weights.
Only handle test weights with gloves, tweezers, weight forks, or weight handles.
You can perform an eccentricity test, a repeatability test or a sensitivity test. Which test you have to perform and
when depends on the respective weighing processes. Mettler-Toledo GmbH can help you to define the routine
tests to be performed based on your process requirements. Please contact your local METTLER TOLEDO repre-
sentative for additional information.
Moments when tests could be performed:
After cleaning
After a software update
Daily before putting into operation
Depending on own SOP
Requirements:
At least one test weight is defined.
At least one sensitivity, one repeatability or one eccentricity test is created.
All of the following pictured test weights or vessels are examples. Actual test weights or vessels may look
different.
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
Tests settings Page 125
See also
Troubleshooting Page 143
See also
Troubleshooting Page 143
See also
Troubleshooting Page 143
See also
Tests settings Page 125
See also
History Page 70
5.5 Adjustments
This section describes how internal and external adjustments can be defined and performed. Which type of
adjustment is performed depends on the defined adjustment Strategy.
Navigation: Methods > Adjustments
See also
Adjustments settings Page 135
See also
Adjustments settings Page 135
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
See also
History Page 70
5.6.1 Printer
Printers can help document your processes and results. Two types of printers can be connected to the balance:
strip printer: to print on strip paper, for example, for the documentation of weighing result
label printer: to print on label stickers, for example, for the identification of samples
Each weighing method offers the possibility to trigger the printing process manually on a label or on strip paper
when completing a task. The settings of the method can also be edited such that the results are automatically
printed when a result is added to the result list or when the task is complete, for example. When using a label
printer, the template of the printed label is defined individually for each method.
The following sections show typical use cases of installing and using a printer with the balance. They cover two
combinations of settings amongst: manual and automatic printing, strip and label printing, task results and
weighing item results printing, as well as USB and Bluetooth connections. Other combinations of settings can
be achieved similarly.
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to inappropriate use
Consult the User Manual of the device before using it.
See also
Devices / Printers Page 79
See also
Bluetooth Page 79
Devices / Printers Page 79
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to inappropriate use
Consult the User Manual of the device before using it.
See also
Devices / Printers Page 79
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to inappropriate use
Consult the User Manual of the device before using it.
See also
Devices / Printers Page 79
Doors Page 76
See also
Devices / Printers Page 79
Note
Once the connection between LabX and the balance is established, the balance terminal is controlled by LabX.
It is always possible to switch to manual mode directly on the terminal.
See also
LabX / Services Page 80
See also
LabX / Services Page 80
www.mt.com/labweighing-software-download
Note
For more information, contact your network administrator.
Exporting the WSDL definition file
The WSDL (Web Services Description Language) file describes the functionalities of the web service. The WSDL
file can be exported as follows.
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Balance > General
1 Navigate to General.
2 Tap More.
3 Tap Export web service WSDL file
A list of available target locations is shown, including the file server and any USB storage device
connected to the balance.
4 Select the target device on which you want to store the data.
5 Tap Next.
If the export was successful, the display shows with the name of the file and the target folder.
See also
LabX / Services Page 80
NOTICE
Data import can cause data loss
Importing data can delete user application data without warning.
NOTICE
Unusable balance due to forgotten password
A blocked balance cannot be unblocked without the unblocking password.
Note the password and keep it in a safe place.
NOTICE
Reset causes data loss
Resetting the balance will delete user application data and set the user configuration back to
factory state.
1 To delete the data for test history and adjustment history, activate the option Also delete test and
adjustment history.
2 Tap Next.
The window Reset balance opens and warns that some data will be lost by resetting the balance.
3 Tap Reset balance.
The balance software restarts in factory state.
6.1.2 History
The balance permanently records the tests and adjustments that are performed in the section History
Navigation: Balance menu > History
The section History is divided into the following subsections:
Adjustments
Tests
Service
6.1.2.1 Adjustments
Navigation: Balance menu > History > Adjustments
A maximum of 500 entries can be stored in the adjustments history.
Button Name Description
Filter Tap to filter the list:
By date range
By user name
Print Tap to print the displayed entries.
6.1.2.3 Service
Navigation: Balance menu > History > Service
A maximum of 500 entries can be stored in the service history.
Button Name Description
Filter Tap to filter the list:
By date range
By technician
Print Tap to print the displayed entries.
6.1.4 Settings
This section describes the settings of the balance that can be changed to suit specific requirements. The
balance settings apply to the entire weighing system.
6.1.4.1 Balance
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Balance
The section Balance is divided into the following subsections:
Weighing / Quality
Doors
Date / Time / Language / Format
Screen / StatusLight / Sound
General
Weighing / Quality
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Balance > Weighing / Quality
Parameter Description Values
Leveling warning Defines the action when the balance is out of level Inactive | Optional
When Forced leveling is selected and the balance is out of level, leveling* | Forced
no weighing value can be added to the Results list (green button leveling
disabled).
For approved balances, this setting is set to Forced leveling and
cannot be edited.
Tolerance profiles A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
This section contains several settings that are described in the
table Tolerance profiles below.
Automatic weight Defines if and in which manner (MT-SICS and/or HID) the
value output weighing values should be exported.
This section contains several settings that are described in the
table Automatic weight value output below.
Tolerance profiles
Settings relating to weighing performance and data from balance calibration can be stored in a tolerance
profile.
For more information about creating tolerance profiles, see [Tolerance profiles Page 67]
Parameter Description Values
Name Defines the name of the profile. Text (0...22 characters)
Indicator Defines the color of the indicator icon for the tolerance profile. The None* I Neutral I White I
icon will appear above the weighing value unit. When a color is Yellow I Red I Blue I
selected, a description of maximum 3 characters can be added. Green | Black
Indicator text Defines the text of the indicator icon. Text (0...3 characters)
Doors
See also
Devices / Printers Page 79
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Balance > Screen / StatusLight / Sound
Parameter Description Values
Screen brightness Defines the brightness of the display. 20 % | 40 % | 60 % |
80 %* | 100 %
Sound volume Defines the volume of the terminal sound. Inactive | 20 % | 40 % |
60 %* | 80 % | 100 %
Sound on key Defines if there is a sound when a key is pressed. Active* | Inactive
press
General
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Balance > General
Parameter Description Values
Balance ID Defines the ID of the balance. This name could be used to Text (0...22 characters)
communicate with the balance over a network.
No space or special characters are allowed.
Standby Defines if the balance automatically enters standby mode after not Active* | Inactive
being used for a predefined Wait time.
The standby mode can always be started manually by pressing
.
Wait time Defines after how long the balance automatically switches to Numeric (10 minutes* |
standby mode when not used. 0...60 minutes)
This setting is only available if Standby is set to Active.
Software update With this option activated, software update can be performed from Active* | Inactive
on system start- a USB storage device on startup.
up
6.1.4.2 Interfaces
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Interfaces
The section Interfaces has the following subsection:
Ethernet
Bluetooth
Ethernet
The Ethernet interface allows to connect the balance to a network in order to:
communicate remotely with the balance using the MT-SICS communication protocol or LabX
Bluetooth
Printer
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Printer
Printer settings
Parameter Description Values
Printer category Defines the type of the printer. Strip printer | Label
Strip printer: to print weighing results on strip paper printer*
Label printer: to print weighing results on labels
Device Allows to activate or deactivate the device. Activated* | Deactivated
Barcode reader
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Barcode reader
Once connected to a USB port of the balance, the device is automatically recognized. The settings can be
consulted here.
ErgoSens
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > ErgoSens
Parameter Description Values
Function Defines which function is to be executed when triggering the None* | Door | Zero |
device. Tare | Add result
If set to Door, the setting Balance > Doors > Devices needs to be
specified.
* Factory setting
Foot switch
Navigation: Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Foot switch
Parameter Description Values
Function Defines which function is to be executed when triggering the None* | Door | Zero |
device. Tare | Add result
If set to Door, the setting Balance > Doors > Devices needs to be
specified.
* Factory setting
See also
Printer Page 54
Barcode reader Page 58
Foot switch and ErgoSens Page 59
Doors Page 76
See also
LabX service Page 61
MT-SICS service Page 62
Web service Page 63
6.1.5 Maintenance
Navigation: Balance menu > Maintenance
The section Maintenance is divided into the following subsections:
Import / Export
Software update
Reset
Service menu
See also
Data management Page 64
Software update Page 142
Resetting the balance Page 69
Comment
Weighing
Enter here
Weighing item
Close Save
See also
Creating a method "General weighing" Page 34
Editing a method Page 41
6.2.1.1 General
The Method type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. Text (1...22 characters)
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
Lock method Locks the method to prevent further editing. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
6.2.1.2 ID format
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task Defines the number of task IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of task IDs is larger than 0, the settings Task ID,
Task description and Prefix/Default value are available for every
single task ID.
Task ID 1 Defines the naming type of the task ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of result IDs is larger than 0, the settings Result
ID, Result description and Prefix/Default value are available for
every single result ID.
Result ID 1 Defines the naming type of the result ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered Automatic counter
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
Prefix to which is appended a unique number (counter).
Result description Allows to define a label for each result ID. Text (0...32 characters)
Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This setting is only available when the corresponding Result ID is
set to Manual with default.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID. Text (0...32 characters)
This setting is only available if the corresponding Result ID is set
to Automatic counter.
* Factory setting
6.2.1.3 Weighing
Custom unit
When the parameter Define custom unit is activated, additional parameters can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
Define custom With this option activated, a specific weighing unit can be Active | Inactive*
unit defined. This allows calculations, e.g., surfaces or volumes, to be
carried out directly during the determination of the weighing
result.
If a custom unit is defined, this unit is added to the list of
available units throughout the method.
Name Defines the name of the custom unit. Text (0...6 characters)
Formula Defines how subsequently defined value for Factor is calculated. Multiplicative* | Divisive
There are 2 formulae available:
Multiplicative: Multiplies the net weight by the factor.
Divisive: The factor is divided by the net weight.
The formula can be used, for example, to simultaneously take
into account a known error factor while weighing.
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings Tolerance profiles are
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create created by the user for
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods. specific balances and
applications.
Weight capture Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was Stable* | Immediate
mode tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Weight capture Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the Numeric (5 seconds* |
delay weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add 0...60 seconds)
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This setting is only available if Weight capture mode is set to
Immediate.
* Factory setting
Electrostatic
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "General weighing" Page 34
See also
Creating a method "General weighing" Page 34
Using methods with multiple weighing items (itemized) Page 42
6.2.1.5 Automation
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option Keyboard Input* | Target
target defines how the data is to be processed. weight value | Task ID 1
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input | Result ID 1 | ...
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Target weight value: The barcode data is interpreted as a value
for the target weight.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for this task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for this result ID.
The available items in the drop-down menu depend on the
Number of task IDs and Number of result IDs specified for the
method.
Make sure that the characters of the scanned barcode are
compatible with the format of the field where they should be
inserted.
* Factory setting
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic zero Active: the balance is automatically zeroed when the weight falls Active | Inactive*
below a predefined threshold.
This setting is not available for approved balances.
Automatic zero Defines the threshold of the Automatic zero. Numeric
threshold This setting is only available if Automatic zero is set to Active.
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode. None* | Automatic tare |
None: No automatic tare. Preset tare
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Preset tare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a
fixed tare weight.
Automatic tare Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode. Numeric
threshold This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Automatic
tare.
See also
Creating a method "General weighing" Page 34
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined individually. This section is only available when the selected
Used template contains at least one 2D code.
Parameter Description Values
Delimiter Defines the delimiter between the barcode entries. TAB* | Form feed |
This setting is only available when the selected Used template Carriage return | Space |
contains several 2D codes. User defined
Barcode field 1 Defines which information appears in each barcode. The number Available entries depend
of the barcode fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
* Factory setting
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined individually. This section is only available when the selected
Used template contains at least one 2D code.
Parameter Description Values
Delimiter Defines the delimiter between the barcode entries. TAB* | Form feed |
This setting is only available when the selected Used template Carriage return | Space |
contains several 2D codes. User defined
Barcode field 1 Defines which information appears in each barcode. The number Available entries depend
of the barcode fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
* Factory setting
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
Comment
ID format
Enter here
Weighing
Close Save
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
Editing a method Page 41
6.2.2.1 General
The Method type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. Text (1...22 characters)
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
6.2.2.2 Formulation
Parameter Description Values
Calculate target Defines the basis for the calculation of the target weight. None* | Flask volume |
Flask volume: Calculates the target weight according to the Target concentration
reference flask volume and the actual flask volume.
Target concentration: Calculates the target weight according to
the desired target concentration.
This setting is only available for methods of the type Simple
formulation (itemized).
Calculate concen- Calculates the concentration of the final solution. Active | Inactive*
tration per If Concentration unit represents a molar concentration (mol/l or
component mmol/l), the calculation is based on:
Purity
Reference flask volume
Molar mass
weight of the component
If Concentration unit represents a mass concentration (mg/ml,
mg/l, µg/ml, g/ml, or g/l), the calculation is based on:
Purity
Reference flask volume
weight of the component
If Concentration unit represents a mass ratio (%), the calcu-
lation is based on:
Purity
Reference weight
weight of the component
Calculate amount Calculates the amount of component (in mol) based on the Active | Inactive*
of component Molar mass and weight of component.
Concentration Defines the concentration unit. mol/l* l mmol/l l mg/ml
unit This setting is only available if Calculate concentration per l mg/l l µg/ml l g/ml l g/l
component is set to Active. l%
Reference flask Defines the volume of the reference flask. Numeric (1 ml* |
volume This setting is only available if Concentration unit is not set to 1...999999 ml)
%.
Reference weight Defines the reference weight for the calculation of concentration of Depending on the
(100%) the component. capacity of the balance.
Instead of entering the reference weight manually, place the
reference weight on the weighing pan and tap the button . The
applied weight is directly taken over as a reference weight.
This setting is only available if Concentration unit is set to %.
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
6.2.2.3 ID format
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task Defines the number of task IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of task IDs is larger than 0, the settings Task ID,
Task description and Prefix/Default value are available for every
single task ID.
Task ID 1 Defines the naming type of the task ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Task description Allows to define a label for each task ID field. Text (0...32 characters)
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This setting is only available when the corresponding Task ID is
set to Manual with default.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID. Text (0...32 characters)
This setting is only available is the corresponding Task ID is set
to Automatic timestamp.
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of result IDs is larger than 0, the settings Result
ID, Result description and Prefix/Default value are available for
every single result ID.
6.2.2.4 Weighing
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings Tolerance profiles are
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create created by the user for
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods. specific balances and
applications.
Electrostatic
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
Using methods with multiple weighing items (itemized) Page 42
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic zero Active: the balance is automatically zeroed when the weight falls Active | Inactive*
below a predefined threshold.
This setting is not available for approved balances.
Automatic zero Defines the threshold of the Automatic zero. Numeric
threshold This setting is only available if Automatic zero is set to Active.
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode. None* | Automatic tare |
None: No automatic tare. Preset tare
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Preset tare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a
fixed tare weight.
Automatic tare Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode. Numeric
threshold This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Automatic
tare.
Preset tare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function. Numeric
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Preset tare.
Automatic tare If set to Active, the balance is automatically tared when a result is Active | Inactive*
after result added to the Results list.
See also
Creating a method "Simple formulation" Page 36
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined individually. This section is only available when the selected
Used template contains at least one 2D code.
Parameter Description Values
Delimiter Defines the delimiter between the barcode entries. TAB* | Form feed |
This setting is only available when the selected Used template Carriage return | Space |
contains several 2D codes. User defined
Barcode field 1 Defines which information appears in each barcode. The number Available entries depend
of the barcode fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
* Factory setting
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
Weighing item
Close Save
See also
Creating a method "Piece Counting" Page 37
Editing a method Page 41
6.2.3.1 General
The Method type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. Text (1...22 characters)
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
Lock method Locks the method to prevent further editing. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
6.2.3.2 ID format
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task Defines the number of task IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of task IDs is larger than 0, the settings Task ID,
Task description and Prefix/Default value are available for every
single task ID.
Task ID 1 Defines the naming type of the task ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Task description Allows to define a label for each task ID field. Text (0...32 characters)
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This setting is only available when the corresponding Task ID is
set to Manual with default.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID. Text (0...32 characters)
This setting is only available is the corresponding Task ID is set
to Automatic timestamp.
* Factory setting
6.2.3.3 Weighing
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings Tolerance profiles are
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create created by the user for
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods. specific balances and
applications.
Weight capture Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was Stable* | Immediate
mode tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Weight capture Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the Numeric (5 seconds* |
delay weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add 0...60 seconds)
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This setting is only available if Weight capture mode is set to
Immediate.
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Piece Counting" Page 37
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic zero Active: the balance is automatically zeroed when the weight falls Active | Inactive*
below a predefined threshold.
This setting is not available for approved balances.
Automatic zero Defines the threshold of the Automatic zero. Numeric
threshold This setting is only available if Automatic zero is set to Active.
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode. None* | Automatic tare |
None: No automatic tare. Preset tare
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Preset tare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a
fixed tare weight.
Automatic tare Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode. Numeric
threshold This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Automatic
tare.
Preset tare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function. Numeric
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Preset tare.
See also
Creating a method "Piece Counting" Page 37
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined individually. This section is only available when the selected
Used template contains at least one 2D code.
Parameter Description Values
Delimiter Defines the delimiter between the barcode entries. TAB* | Form feed |
This setting is only available when the selected Used template Carriage return | Space |
contains several 2D codes. User defined
Barcode field 1 Defines which information appears in each barcode. The number Available entries depend
of the barcode fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
* Factory setting
Weighing item
Close Save
See also
Creating a method "Titration" Page 39
Editing a method Page 41
6.2.4.1 General
The Method type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. Text (1...22 characters)
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
Lock method Locks the method to prevent further editing. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of result IDs is larger than 0, the settings Result
ID, Result description and Prefix/Default value are available for
every single result ID.
Result ID 1 Defines the naming type of the result ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered Automatic counter
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
Prefix to which is appended a unique number (counter).
Result description Allows to define a label for each result ID. Text (0...32 characters)
Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This setting is only available when the corresponding Result ID is
set to Manual with default.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID. Text (0...32 characters)
This setting is only available if the corresponding Result ID is set
to Automatic counter.
* Factory setting
Electrostatic
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Titration" Page 39
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic zero Active: the balance is automatically zeroed when the weight falls Active | Inactive*
below a predefined threshold.
This setting is not available for approved balances.
Automatic zero Defines the threshold of the Automatic zero. Numeric
threshold This setting is only available if Automatic zero is set to Active.
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode. None* | Automatic tare |
None: No automatic tare. Preset tare
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Preset tare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a
fixed tare weight.
Automatic tare Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode. Numeric
threshold This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Automatic
tare.
Preset tare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function. Numeric
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button subsequently
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This setting is only available if Tare Mode is set to Preset tare.
See also
Creating a method "Titration" Page 39
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined individually. This section is only available when the selected
Used template contains at least one 2D code.
Parameter Description Values
Delimiter Defines the delimiter between the barcode entries. TAB* | Form feed |
This setting is only available when the selected Used template Carriage return | Space |
contains several 2D codes. User defined
Barcode field 1 Defines which information appears in each barcode. The number Available entries depend
of the barcode fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
* Factory setting
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined individually.
Parameter Description Values
Label field 1 Defines which information appears in each label field. The Available entries depend
number of label fields depends on the selected template. on the method settings.
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
Method name
Density
my density
Comment
ID format
Enter here
Weighing
Close Save
See also
Creating a method "Density determination" Page 40
Editing a method Page 41
6.2.5.1 General
The Method type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. Text (1...22 characters)
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
Lock method Locks the method to prevent further editing. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
6.2.5.2 Density
The Determination type is defined in the wizard while creating the method and cannot be changed. If another
Determination type is required, a new method must be created. All settings for all types of Density determi-
nation are described here.
Parameter Description Values
Determination Defines the type of density determination measurement. Liquid (pycnometer) |
type Liquid (pycnometer): Determines the density of a liquid in a Liquid (sinker) | Solid*
glass vessel, such as a pycnometer.
Liquid (sinker): Determines the density of a liquid.
Solid: Determines the density of a solid with the help of a density
kit.
See also
Creating a method "Density determination" Page 40
6.2.5.3 ID format
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task Defines the number of task IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of task IDs is larger than 0, the settings Task ID,
Task description and Prefix/Default value are available for every
single task ID.
Task ID 1 Defines the naming type of the task ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Task description Allows to define a label for each task ID field. Text (0...32 characters)
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This setting is only available when the corresponding Task ID is
set to Manual with default.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID. Text (0...32 characters)
This setting is only available is the corresponding Task ID is set
to Automatic timestamp.
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1* | 2
IDs If the Number of result IDs is larger than 0, the settings Result
ID, Result description and Prefix/Default value are available for
every single result ID.
Result ID 1 Defines the naming type of the result ID. Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered Automatic counter
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
Prefix to which is appended a unique number (counter).
Result description Allows to define a label for each result ID. Text (0...32 characters)
6.2.5.4 Weighing
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings Tolerance profiles are
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create created by the user for
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods. specific balances and
applications.
Weight capture Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was Stable* | Immediate
mode tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Weight capture Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the Numeric (5 seconds* |
delay weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add 0...60 seconds)
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This setting is only available if Weight capture mode is set to
Immediate.
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Density determination" Page 40
6.2.5.6 Automation
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option Keyboard Input* | Task
target defines how the data is to be processed. ID 1 | Result ID 1 | ...
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for this task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for this result ID.
The available items in the drop-down menu depend on the
Number of task IDs and Number of result IDs specified for the
method.
Make sure that the characters of the scanned barcode are
compatible with the format of the field where they should be
inserted.
* Factory setting
See also
Creating a method "Density determination" Page 40
2. Test specification
Parameter Description Values
Result calculation Select whether the nominal weight or the conventional mass On nominal weight* |
value (CMV) is used for the result calculation. On actual weight (CMV)
On nominal weight: Nominal value of a weight with a specific
weight class.
On actual weight (CMV): Conventional mass value (CMV) of a
weight from the weight calibration certificate.
* Factory setting
Test point
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the nominal value of the weight that will be used for the Numeric
test.
Eccentricity limits
Parameter Description Values
Control limit Defines the error tolerance of a process with respect to its set Numeric
value. Exceeding the Control limit is a violation of quality
requirements and therefore requires a correction of the process.
Result if the Control limit is exceeded: The test failed, the balance
is out of specification.
Warning limit Defines the upper or lower limit that, if exceeded or not reached, Numeric
makes more stringent process monitoring necessary. The
Warning limit must be smaller than the Control limit.
Result if the Warning limit is exceeded: The test is passed, but
the difference is higher than expected.
3. Test weights
A configured test weight can be selected. For information on test weights definition and settings, see [Test
weights Page 43] and [Test weights settings Page 124].
4. Error management
Parameter Description Values
Block balance Defines the behavior of the balance if a test has failed. Active | Inactive*
Active: The balance will be blocked after a specified amount of
failed tests. In this case, the balance cannot be used anymore
until it is unblocked. If a password has been set, the password is
needed to unblock the balance. See [Password protection and
balance reset Page 68].
Inactive: The balance will not be blocked.
Allowed number Defines the maximum allowed retries until the balance will be Numeric (3* | 0...9)
of retries blocked.
This setting is only available if Block balance is set to Active.
* Factory setting
5. Test planning
Parameter Description Values
Planning type Specifies the schedule for the test to be performed. Manually* | Daily |
Manually: The test is performed manually. Weekly | Monthly |
Quarterly | Annually
Daily: A task is generated every day at the specified time.
Weekly: A task is generated at least once a week. Additional days
can be selected if required.
Monthly: A task is generated every month at the specified day
and time.
Quarterly: A task is generated every three months at the specified
time.
Annually: A task is generated once a year at the specified time.
Notification
This section does not appear when Planning type is set to Manually.
Parameter Description Values
(x) hours before Defines the number of hours before a notification informs about Different values
test the upcoming planned test. depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Notification every Defines the time interval before the next notification is issued. Different values
(x) hours depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Preferred days
This section only appears when Planning type is set to Weekly.
Parameter Description Values
Preferred days Defines the preferred weekday for the execution of the test. Monday* | Tuesday* |
Wednesday* |
Thursday* | Friday* |
Saturday | Sunday
* Factory setting
6. Printing
Parameter Description Values
Header and Defines the header and/or footer to be printed. Title | Title text | Date/
Footer time | User | Signature |
Separating lines | Group
titles
Balance infor- Defines which information about the balance is printed. Balance type | Balance
mation ID | Balance serial
number | Software
version
Test summary Defines which information about the test summary is printed. Test type | Test name |
Test result
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
Creating a new test Page 44
Tare
This section only appears when Test type is set to Repeatab. - Tare - 1 TP.
Parameter Description Values
Tare name Defines a name for the tare weight. Text (1...22 characters)
Minimum tare Defines the minimum weight for the tare container. The test is Numeric
weight only continued if a tare container with at least this weight is
placed on the balance.
* Factory setting
Test point
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the nominal value of the weight that will be used for the Numeric
test.
Weight class Defines the weight class according to OIML or ASTM. Alternatively, E1 | E2 | F1 | F2 | M1 |
a customized tolerance class can be created with Own. M2 | M3 | ASTM000 |
ASTM00 | ASTM0 |
ASTM0 | ASTM1 |
ASTM2 | ASTM3 |
ASTM4 | ASTM5 |
ASTM6 | ASTM7 | Own*
* Factory setting
Test limits
Parameter Description Values
Control limit Defines the error tolerance of a process with respect to its set Numeric
value. Exceeding the Control limit is a violation of quality
requirements and therefore requires a correction of the process.
The minimum value is 40% of the balance readability.
Result if the Control limit is exceeded: The test failed, the balance
is out of specification.
Warning limit Defines the upper or lower limit that, if exceeded or not reached, Numeric
makes more stringent process monitoring necessary. The
Warning limit must be smaller than the Control limit.
Result if the Warning limit is exceeded: The test is passed, but
the difference is higher than expected.
3. Test weights
A configured test weight can be selected. For information on test weights definition and settings, see [Test
weights Page 43] and [Test weights settings Page 124].
5. Test planning
Parameter Description Values
Planning type Specifies the schedule for the test to be performed. Manually* | Daily |
Manually: The test is performed manually. Weekly | Monthly |
Quarterly | Annually
Daily: A task is generated every day at the specified time.
Weekly: A task is generated at least once a week. Additional days
can be selected if required.
Monthly: A task is generated every month at the specified day
and time.
Quarterly: A task is generated every three months at the specified
time.
Annually: A task is generated once a year at the specified time.
Start time Defines the time when the test is due. Time
This setting is only available if Planning type is not set to
Manually.
* Factory setting
Notification
This section does not appear when Planning type is set to Manually.
Parameter Description Values
(x) hours before Defines the number of hours before a notification informs about Different values
test the upcoming planned test. depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Notification every Defines the time interval before the next notification is issued. Different values
(x) hours depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
6. Printing
Parameter Description Values
Header and Defines the header and/or footer to be printed. Title | Title text | Date/
Footer time | User | Signature |
Separating lines | Group
titles
Balance infor- Defines which information about the balance is printed. Balance type | Balance
mation ID | Balance serial
number | Software
version
Test summary Defines which information about the test summary is printed. Test type | Test name |
Test result | Standard
deviation
Test details Defines which test details are printed. Test trigger | Leveling at
start | Temperature |
Preparation instructions
| Test start (date / time) |
Test end (date / time) |
User name
Tare specification Defines which information about the tare specification is printed. Tare name | Min. tare
This section is only available for tests using a tare weight. weight
Test weight Defines which information about the test weight is printed. Test weight ID | Weight
class | Nominal weight |
Actual weight | Weight
set ID | Certificate ID |
Certificate date | Next
calibration date | Weight
type | Minimum weight
class | Used nominal
weights | Used actual
weights
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
Creating a new test Page 44
2. Test specification
Parameter Description Values
Result calculation Select whether the nominal weight or the conventional mass On nominal weight* |
value (CMV) is used for the result calculation. On actual weight (CMV)
On nominal weight: Nominal value of a weight with a specific
weight class.
On actual weight (CMV): Conventional mass value (CMV) of a
weight from the weight calibration certificate.
* Factory setting
Tare
This section only appears when the option Test type is set to Sensitivity - Tare - 1 TP or Sensitivity - Tare -
2 TP.
Parameter Description Values
Tare name Defines a name for the tare weight. Text (1...22 characters)
Minimum tare Defines the minimum weight for the tare container. The test is Numeric
weight only continued if a tare container with at least this weight is
placed on the balance.
Test point
Depending on the selected test, the following options can be defined for one or two test points:
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the nominal value of the weight that will be used for the Numeric
test.
3. Test weights
A configured test weight can be selected. For information on test weights definition and settings, see [Test
weights Page 43] and [Test weights settings Page 124].
4. Error management
Parameter Description Values
Block balance Defines the behavior of the balance if a test has failed. Active | Inactive*
Active: The balance will be blocked after a specified amount of
failed tests. In this case, the balance cannot be used anymore
until it is unblocked. If a password has been set, the password is
needed to unblock the balance. See [Password protection and
balance reset Page 68].
Inactive: The balance will not be blocked.
Allowed number Defines the maximum allowed retries until the balance will be Numeric (3* | 0...9)
of retries blocked.
This setting is only available if Block balance is set to Active.
* Factory setting
5. Test planning
Parameter Description Values
Planning type Specifies the schedule for the test to be performed. Manually* | Daily |
Manually: The test is performed manually. Weekly | Monthly |
Quarterly | Annually
Daily: A task is generated every day at the specified time.
Weekly: A task is generated at least once a week. Additional days
can be selected if required.
Monthly: A task is generated every month at the specified day
and time.
Quarterly: A task is generated every three months at the specified
time.
Annually: A task is generated once a year at the specified time.
Notification
This section does not appear when Planning type is set to Manually.
Parameter Description Values
(x) hours before Defines the number of hours before a notification informs about Different values
test the upcoming planned test. depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Notification every Defines the time interval before the next notification is issued. Different values
(x) hours depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Preferred days
This section only appears when Planning type is set to Weekly.
Parameter Description Values
Preferred days Defines the preferred weekday for the execution of the test. Monday* | Tuesday* |
Wednesday* |
Thursday* | Friday* |
Saturday | Sunday
* Factory setting
6. Printing
Parameter Description Values
Header and Defines the header and/or footer to be printed. Title | Title text | Date/
Footer time | User | Signature |
Separating lines | Group
titles
Balance infor- Defines which information about the balance is printed. Balance type | Balance
mation ID | Balance serial
number | Software
version
Test summary Defines which information about the test summary is printed. Test type | Test name |
Test result
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
Creating a new test Page 44
2. Specification
Parameter Description Values
"As found" test At the start of the adjustment sequence, an internal sensitivity test Active | Inactive*
is automatically performed to evaluate the current status. The test
results are displayed and recorded.
"As left" test When the adjustment is complete, an internal sensitivity test is Active | Inactive*
automatically performed. The test results are displayed and
recorded.
* Factory setting
3. Error management
Parameter Description Values
Block balance Defines the behavior of the balance if the adjustment has failed. Active | Inactive*
Active: The balance will be blocked after the adjustment has
failed. In this case, the balance cannot be used anymore until it is
unblocked. If a password has been set, the password is needed
to unblock the balance. See [Password protection and balance
reset Page 68].
Inactive: The balance will not be blocked.
* Factory setting
4. Planning
Parameter Description Values
Start after leveling Defines if the internal adjustment starts after leveling. Active | Inactive*
Start after Defines if the internal adjustment starts automatically after a Active | Inactive*
temperature temperature change of 1°C.
change For approved balances, this setting is set to Internal adjustment
and cannot be edited. This restriction does not apply to balances
of type /AC.
Schedule Defines when the adjustment is being performed. It is possible to Inactive | 1 start time | 2
define between one and three start times per day. It can also be start times* | 3 start
defined on which day(s) the adjustment is being performed. times
Start time 1 Defines the start time for the execution of the task. Time
The number of start times to be defined is specified by Schedule.
Preferred days Defines the days for the scheduled adjustments. Monday | Tuesday |
This setting is only available if Schedule is not set to Inactive. Wednesday | Thursday |
Friday | Saturday |
Sunday
* Factory setting
5. Printing
Parameter Description Values
Header and Defines the header and/or footer to be printed. Title | Title text | Date/
Footer time | User | Signature |
Separating lines | Group
titles
See also
Defining an individual test weight Page 43
Defining a combined test weight Page 43
Editing an "Internal adjustment" Page 52
Editing an "External adjustment" Page 52
See also
Adjustments Page 52
Tests Page 43
Cleaning Page 138
Software update Page 142
7.2 Cleaning
CAUTION
Injury due to sharp objects or broken glass
Instrument components, e.g., glass, can break and lead to injuries.
Always proceed with focus and care.
2 Hold the side doors (2) and push down the lever (3)
to release them.
3 Carefully remove both side doors (2).
4 Tilt the front panel (4) to the front and remove it.
Sodium hydroxide
Hydrochloric acid
Ethanol (70%)
Peracetic acid
Paper tissue
(0.2-1.0 M)
Isopropanol
Dishwasher
(3-10%)
Acetone
(2-3%)
(70%)
Water
Brush
NOTICE
Damage to the instrument due to inappropriate cleaning methods
If liquid enters the housing, it can damage the instrument. The surface of the instrument can
be damaged by certain cleaning agents, solvents, or abrasives.
1 Do not spray or pour liquid on the instrument.
2 Only use the cleaning agents specified in the Reference Manual (RM) of the instrument
or the guide "8 Steps to a Clean Balance".
3 Only use a lightly moistened, lint-free cloth or a tissue to clean the instrument.
4 Wipe off any spills immediately.
For further information on cleaning a balance, consult "8 Steps to a Clean Balance".
www.mt.com/lab-cleaning-guide
Cleaning around the balance
Remove any dirt or dust around the balance and avoid further contaminations.
Cleaning the terminal
Clean the terminal with a damp cloth or a tissue and a mild cleaning agent.
Cleaning the removable parts
Clean the removed part with a damp cloth or a tissue and a mild cleaning agent or clean in a dishwasher
up to 80 °C.
Cleaning the weighing unit
1 Disconnect the balance from the AC/DC adapter.
2 Use a lint-free cloth moistened with a mild cleaning agent to clean the surface of the balance.
3 Remove powder or dust with a disposable tissue first.
4 Remove sticky substances with a damp lint-free cloth and a mild solvent, e.g., isopropanol or ethanol
70%.
7.3 Service
Regular servicing by an authorized service technician ensures reliability for years to come. Contact your
METTLER TOLEDO representative for details about the available service options.
See also
Service menu Page 82
Environmental conditions
The limit values apply when the balance is used under the following environmental conditions:
Height above mean sea level: Up to 5000 m
Ambient temperature: +10 − +30 °C
Temperature change, max.: 5 °C/h
Relative air humidity: 30 − 70%, non-condensing
Acclimatization time: At least 8 hours after placing the instrument in the same location
where it will be put into operation.
Warm-up time: At least 120 minutes after connecting the balance to the power
supply. When switched on from standby, the instrument is ready
for operation immediately.
The balance can be used under the following environmental conditions. However, the weighing performances of
the balance may be outside the limit values:
Ambient temperature: +5 °C – +40 °C
Relative air humidity: 20% to max. 80% at 31 °C, decreasing linearly to 50% at
40 °C, non-condensing
The balance can be disconnected and stored in its packaging under the following conditions:
Ambient temperature: -25 − +70 °C
Relative air humidity: 10 − 90%, non-condensing
150 20
88
235
282
292
134 160
194
42
49
80.5 65
39 265 24 130
126 328
454
73.5
20
78.5
145
195
160
20
80.5
ErgoClips
ErgoClip filter holder 30460844
Pipette calibration
SmartTrap beaker 50 ml, > 20 - 2000 µl 30215436
Antistatic kits
Universal AntiStatic Kit complete (U-shaped), including 11107767
electrode and power supply
Filter kits
Filter kit 30460857
Density determination
Density kit 30460852
Sinker 10 mL 210260
Printers
P-52RUE dot matrix printer RS232C, USB and Ethernet 30237290
connections, simple print-outs
Paper roll (length: 20 m), set of 5 pcs 00072456
Paper roll (length: 13 m), self-adhesive, set of 11600388
3 pcs
Ribbon cartridge, black, set of 2 pcs 00065975
Anti-theft devices
Anti-theft cable with lock 11600361
Hands-free accessories
Foot switch, optional switch for remote operation (USB 30312558
connection)
Wireless interfaces
Bluetooth RS232C serial adapter ADP-BT-S 30086494
For wireless connection between:
instrument and computer (depending on the instrument
model)
printer and instrument
Weighing tables
Weighing table 11138042
Software
LabX Balance Express 11153120
Stand-alone system, includes one balance license.
Adjustment weights
OIML / ASTM Weights (with calibration certificate)
www.mt.com/weights
Various
EasyHub USB 30468768
SmartPrep, single-use funnel for quick and easy sample prepa- 30061260
ration. For flask sizes 10/19, 12/21, 14/23. 50 pcs
1 2-15
17
16 18
12.1.1 Definitions
Approved balances
Approved balances are balances that are subject to the local, legal requirements of "non-automatic weighing
instruments", as defined in OIML R76. For approved balances, the net weighing results must comply with a
higher level of control. Approved balances are used, for example, for legal metrology, for weight-based trading,
or for determination of mass for the application of laws. The term "approved balance" includes legal-for-trade
(LFT) balances, certified balances, and registered balances.
The restrictions and special behaviors of these balances are described in the present section as well as in
specific balance settings throughout the manual.
To identify approved balances, the characters /M or /A are appended to the model names.
Actual scale interval, d
The value d represents the "actual scale interval". According to OIML R76-1 [T.3.2.2], it represents the
difference between two consecutive indicated values. In some countries, the value d is defined as the "scale
division" or the "scale division interval". In practice, it is often referred to as the "readability".
Verification scale interval, e
The value e represents the "verification scale interval" [OIML R76-1: T.3.2.3]. This value is used for the classi-
fication and verification of an instrument. It represents the absolute accuracy of the instrument and is relevant in
the context of market surveillance.
The minimum value of the verification scale interval is 1 mg. [OIML R76-1: 3.2]
12.1.6 MT-SICS
The following commands are not available for approved balances:
C0
It is not possible to change the adjustment type.
TI
It is not possible to do an immediate tare. [OIML R76-1: 4.6.8]
ZI
It is not possible to do an immediate zero. [OIML R76-1: 4.5.6]
12.1.7 Reference
OIML R 76-1 Edition 2006 (E), Non-automatic weighing instruments, Part 1: Metrological and technical
requirements – Tests
Mettler-Toledo GmbH
Im Langacher 44
8606 Greifensee, Switzerland
www.mt.com/contact