Instruction Manual

IDS 430/433 Users Manual Version 1.0
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Using the IDS 430/433
The IDS 430/433 has 7 programmable function keys on the keyboard, a numeric
keypad and 2 control keys (ENTER and CLEAR). This section of the IDS
430/433 manual describes what the keys are used for and how to use them.
Keyboard Layout
Operation of Function Keys
The programmable function keys are located on the IDS 430/433’s front panel,
including the F1 and F2 keys. The following are default settings but they can be
programmed to execute a number of functions.
Zero
Press the ZERO key to zero the scale. The following conditions must be met for
the ZERO key to function:
• The gross weight is within the configured zero acquisition range: 1% to 100%
of full scale.
• The scale is stable (no motion).
Tare
AUTO TARE:
Press the TARE key. The IDS 430/433 reads the weight on the scale and