Operating instructions METTLER TOLEDO AG balances OPE RAT ING INS TRU CTI ONS AG285 1/10 d Cal On Of f Menu O/T F C
Overview of your AG balance Front 8 Rear 9 16 15 14 14 AG 01 18 7 10 17 15 AG 02 6 5 Bottom 19 4 11 3 12 13 2 20 AG 03 AG 04 1 Display 26 27 28 29 NetBPTG AutoCal 25 PCSGN# t ctl kg 24 23 22 21
Display, controls and connections of your AG balance Front No. Rear Designation No.
Contents 4 Contents 1 Getting to know your AG balance ............................................................................................. 6 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 6 Overview of the AG balances ..................................................................................................... 6 What you should know about these instructions .......................
Contents 5 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 Setting the weighing process adapter ....................................................................................... 31 Selecting the repeatability........................................................................................................ 32 Selecting weighing unit 1 ........................................................................................................ 33 Selecting weighing unit 2 .................................
Getting to know your AG balance 6 1 Getting to know your AG balance In this Section you will find basic information regarding your AG balance. Please read this Section through carefully even if you already have experience with METTLER TOLEDO balances and be sure to familiarize yourself with the safety instructions. 1.1 Introduction Many thanks for choosing a balance from METTLER TOLEDO.
Getting to know your AG balance 7 A brief word concerning standards, guidelines and procedures of quality assurance: Your AG balance conforms with the current standards and guidelines. It supports standard procedures, specifications, work practices and records following GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and SOP (Standard Operating Procedure). The result recording of work procedures and calibration work is very important in this regard; we recommend you purchase the METTLER TOLEDO LC-P45 Printer.
Getting to know your AG balance 8 These symbols indicate safety and hazard instructions which must be complied with. Noncompliance with such instructions can lead to personal injuries to the user, damage to the balance or other tangibles or malfunctions could result. This symbol indicates additional information and directions which facilitate the handling of your balance and contribute to proper and economical use. 1.
Putting the balance into operation 9 2 Putting the balance into operation In this Section you will learn how to unpack your new balance, set it up and prepare it for operation. On completion of the steps described in this Section, your balance is ready for operation. 2.1 Unpacking and checking the standard equipment Before you set up your new balance and put it into operation, you should check whether you have received all accessories that are part of the standard equipment of your balance.
Putting the balance into operation 10 Remove the adhesive tapes from the draft shield doors. Check the balance for any damage. Check that all draft shield doors are in perfect condition and run smoothly. Report any faults to your responsible METTLER TOLEDO dealer immediately. Insert the weighing chamber plate (with the straight edge forward and the raised parts pointing upward) in the weighing chamber. Press the plate down as far as it will go.
Putting the balance into operation 11 If you operate your balance in surroundings which are likely to contaminate it, we advise you to mount the transparent protective cover supplied for the keypad and the display: a a Remove the protective films of the pieces of adhesive tape (a) and place the protective cover on the keypad. Press the two pieces of adhesive tape against the terminal housing to fix the protective cover. AG 08 2.
Putting the balance into operation 12 Carry the balance to its selected location. Open the top draft shield door and hold the balance by the rear guide frame, or … … hold the balance at the front beneath the display and at the back under the balance housing to transport it. AG 09 2.3 Leveling the balance To assurance reproducible weighing results at all times, the balance must be exactly horizontal. To compensate any minor unevenness in its location, the balance can be leveled.
Putting the balance into operation 13 2.4 Power supply For attachment to the power supply, an AC adapter designed to operate with your local line voltage supply is enclosed with your balance. Electrostatic charges are dissipated using a high-resistance ground connection. Your AG balance can also be operated independently of the power supply with the optional rechargeable battery “PP-B10 PowerPack”. Check that the voltage printed on the AC adapter matches your local line voltage.
Putting the balance into operation 14 The balance now performs a self-test in which all display segments light up. “OFF” then appears in the display (“OFF” shows that the balance was disconnected from the power supply). OFF Press the «On/Off» key. The display shows the installed software version briefly and the normal weight display then appears. On Off +01 =40 Allow your balance to warm up for 30 minutes. The balance adapts itself to the ambient conditions during this time. 2.
Putting the balance into operation 15 Place the slide in its guide slot on the balance and push it down as far as it will go. AG 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When needed, you can pull up the slide with the short-form operating instructions to give you an immediate overview of the most important functions. 2.6 Calibrating the balance Calibration (i.e. adjustment to the acceleration due to gravity) is necessary on first-time startup and after every location change.
Putting the balance into operation 16 --BALANCE 03.02.97 CALIBRATION-11:23:34 METTLER TOLEDO Balance Type: SNR: AG204DR 23001222 Int. calibration done Signature: ........................ --------- END ---------- If your balance is attached to a printer, the adjustment (calibration) is automatically printed out in conformance with GLP. The record opposite is a specimen printed out with the METTLER TOLEDO LC-P45 Printer.
Weighing made simple 17 3 Weighing made simple This Section explains how you can match the draft shield to your needs, how you can perform simple weighings, how you can speed up the weighing process and how the weighing result can be printed out and data transferred. 3.1 Switching the balance on and off In the factory, your balance is set so that it automatically switches to the weighing mode when you load a weight in the standby mode.
Weighing made simple 18 3.2 Adapting the draft shield The draft shield of your balance can be easily adapted to your specific weighing needs. The coupling elements integrated in the lower part of the door handles can be used for any combination of the left and right door of the draft shield. Your balance can thus be configured individually for right- and left-handers and for different types of loading.
Weighing made simple 19 3.3 Taring the balance The weight of any weight container can be “tared” at a keystroke and the display set to zero. The taring range encompasses the entire weighing range of your balance. If you wish to tare a container, place this on the weighing pan. Close all draft shield doors. Briefly press the «#» key to start the taring process. ------ Taring runs automatically.
Weighing made simple 20 3.4 Performing a simple weighing How you perform a simple weighing is described here only for the sake of completeness as this operation comprises only two steps. AG 18 After you have performed taring, open the draft shield, place the weighing sample on the pan and close the draft shield. 1ç1832 g Wait until the circular symbol of the stability detector fades. When the symbol has faded, the weighing result is stable. Now read off the displayed weight. 1%2367 g 3.
Weighing made simple 21 3.6 Switching weighing units Your balance can display the weighing result in two different weighing units. Please see Sections 4.10 and 4.11 for how to preselect the two weighing units. You can switch between the two weighing units by simply pressing a key. Note: With certified balances, the weighing unit 1 setting is fixed and can not be changed. The balance displays the result in weighing unit 1. =0015 g Briefly press the «“» key.
Weighing made simple 22 3.7 The AG135, AG285 dual-range balance 0.01 mg 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 0g 31 g 101 g =0000 g If you have an AG135 or AG285 balance, you have a dual-range balance. These models also have a fine (semimicro) range from 0 to 31 or 81 grams, respectively. In this fine range the balance shows the result with a higher resolution, i.e. with one decimal place more. In contrast to the DeltaRange® balances, this fine range can not be moved, i.e.
Weighing made simple 23 3.8 DeltaRange® balances with movable fine range METTLER TOLEDO DeltaRange® balances have a movable fine range with a 10 times greater readability. An additional decimal place always appears in the display in this fine range. Thanks to the DeltaRange function, you have the possibility to weigh small amounts of samples into heavy weighing containers. 10 mg 1 mgmg 0.
The menu 24 4 The menu 4.1 What is the menu? The menu allows you to adapt your balance to your specific weighing needs. You can use the menu to change the settings of your balance and activate functions. The menu contains 14 different menu options, each of which offers various selection possibilities. SECUrEd 14. Settings 1. Reset rESEt 2. Adjustment FACT 3. Automatic adjustm. call-up Cal InFo oFF 4. Function F nonE 5. Vibration adapter 2 6. Weighing process adapter 2 7.
The menu 25 4.2 Menu operation In the Section you will learn how to work with the menu. You will find information on the individual menu options and the available settings in the following Sections. How to switch from the weighing mode to the menu The balance operates in the normal weighing mode. ç8762 g Press and hold the «Menu» key until the balance switches to the menu. Menu Ÿ≈ENU After release of the «Menu» key, the balance shows the first menu option (“Reset”) directly with the current setting.
The menu 26 How to select the desired setting in a menu option Unit 1 g Briefly press the «“» key. The display shows the next setting available in the selected menu option. Each time the «“» key is pressed, the balance switches to the next setting. After the last setting, the first is shown again.
The menu 27 4.3 Reset In this menu option you have the possibility to reset all menu settings to the factory setting. Resetting settings to factory setting Menu rESEt long r donE 4.4 If you select this option and then save and quit the menu, all menu settings are reset to the values set in the factory. Before the return to the weighing mode, the resetting is briefly confirmed in the display.
The menu 28 Calibration with external weights (VariCal) The balance is calibrated with a selectable* external weight. UAr∫CAL * With certified versions of the balances, the weight is preallocated and can not be changed. Test of the balance with internal weight tESt int In this setting the accuracy test of the balance is performed with the internal weight. Test of the balance with external weights The accuracy of the balance can be checked with any external weight.
The menu 29 4.6 Preselecting a function In this menu option you can preselect a function which you will then have available in the weighing mode at a keystroke. The following functions are available. No function preselected You have no function available in the weighing mode (factory setting). F nonE Piece counting Your balance counts the pieces you add to or remove from the weighing container.
The menu 30 Dynamic weighing with automatic start F dYn A Your balance determines an average weighing result over a preset time interval. This setting is suitable for unstable weighing samples (e.g. animals). With this setting, the dynamic weighing starts automatically. Dynamic weighing with manual start F dYn Ÿ≈ Analogous to dynamic weighing with automatic start, but the weighing cycle must be started manually. You will find information on working with the functions in Section 5. 4.
The menu 31 4.8 Setting the weighing process adapter The weighing process adapter can be used to match your balance to the different types of weighing (absolute weighing, fine dispensing, etc.). The following settings are available: Universal setting 2 This is the factory setting, it is suitable for all types of weighing. The display always corresponds to the current weight. Absolute weighing 3 This setting is suitable for checkweighing and for the weight determination of samples.
The menu 32 4.9 Selecting the repeatability The circular symbol of the stability detector can be found in the bottom left corner of the display. As soon as the weighing result is within preset limits for a certain period of time, the weighing result is considered stable and the symbol for the stability detector fades. You can use the setting of the repeatability (“Repro-Set”) to determine the time period during which the result must lie within the limits for it to be considered stable.
The menu 33 4.10 Selecting weighing unit 1 In this menu option you determine the unit* in which the weighing result should be displayed. The following units* are available: Unit 1 g Display Designation Comments g gram factory setting oz ounce not available with AG135, AG285 ozt Troy ounce not available with AG135, AG285 GN grain dwt pennyweight ct carat mg milligram mo momme m mesghal You will find a table with the conversion factors for the different units in Section 8.
The menu 34 4.11 Selecting weighing unit 2 In this menu option you determine the additional unit* in which the weighing result should be displayed.
The menu 35 4.12 Switching the automatic zero-point correction (Auto Zero) on or off In this menu option you can switch the automatic zero-point correction on or off. If switched on (factory setting), the zero point is automatically corrected for drift or contamination of the weighing pan. The following settings are available: Auto Zero switched on This is the factory setting. The zero point is automatically corrected. A" on Auto Zero switched off A" oFF The zero point is not automatically corrected.
The menu 36 4.13 Preselecting the automatic shutdown If you operate your balance with the optional PP-B10 PowerPack, you can extend the line-independent operating time of the balance appreciably if you activate the automatic shutdown. When the automatic shutdown is active, the balance switches itself off automatically after a preselected time (time elapsed after the last operation). When operated from the power supply, the balance is switched to the standby mode after elapse of the shutdown time.
The menu 37 4.14 Selecting the switch-on mode You can set your balance so that it starts immediately from standby when a weight is placed on the pan or so that it must be switched on with the «On/Off» key and then performs a display test. The following settings are available: Quickstart* qÙ StArt This is the factory setting. The balance can be started directly from standby and is immediately ready for weighing.
The menu 38 4.16 Printing out or saving menu settings In this menu option you have the possibility to save all menu settings. You can also print out the current settings of the menu, presupposing your balance is connected to a printer. Printing out settings LiSt SECUrE 1 As soon as you save your settings and quit the menu, all settings specified in the menu will be printed out on the attached printer. With “Secure 1” you can protect the menu settings against inadvertent changes.
Special applications and functions 39 5 Special applications and functions Your balance can do more than just weigh. Built-in applications and functions expand its possibilities and facilitate your daily work. You will learn these applications and functions in the following Sections. 5.1 Piece counting Piece counting presupposes that you have preselected the “F count” function in the menu (see Section 4.6). AG 19 Place the empty container on the pan. Press the «#» key to tare the balance.
Special applications and functions 40 PCS Your balance suggests “10” as the reference number. You can accept this suggestion or select one of the other reference numbers available (20, 30, 50, 100 or 5 pieces) by briefly pressing the «“» key. PCS Note We advise you to choose a reference number as high as possible as the balance determines the average weight per piece and stores it as the reference weight.
Special applications and functions 41 ---- PIECE COUNTING ---APW Out of: 0.19990000 g 100 PCS If a printer is connected to your balance, the reference weight, the reference piece number, the total piece count as well as the net weight of the total piece count are printed out. 100 PCS Net 20.00 g --------- END ---------- PCS 0 Note If a printer is attached, you can start a new piece counting with the «#» key.
Special applications and functions 42 5.2 Percent weighing The “Percent weighing” function enables you to weigh in to a preset value (100%) and to determine deviations from this target value. Percent weighing presupposes that you have preselected the “F 100%” function in the menu (see Section 4.6). Place the empty container on the balance and tare. F SEt 100 % Your balance needs a reference weight corresponding to 100%. Press and hold the «F» key until you are prompted to load the reference weight.
Special applications and functions 43 5.3 Formulation With the formulation function you can weigh individual weights (components) and totalize them. Your balance processes up to 255 components per formulation operation. Further, you can also tare up to 99 weighing containers per formulation. If your balance is connected to a printer, the entire formulation operation can be recorded. Formulation presupposes that the “Formula” function has been preselected in the menu (see Section 4.6).
Special applications and functions 44 AG 18 Add the first component to the weighing container. F - 1 - Net =0000 g ----- FORMULATION -----T 1 1 Then press the «“» key briefly. The display shows “-1-” briefly to confirm the weighing in of the first component. After the first component has been weighed in, the display is reset to zero and the balance is now ready for weighing in of the second component. If a printer is attached, the weight of the component will be printed out. 100.0028 g Comp. 12.
Special applications and functions 45 ----- FORMULATION -----T 1 1 2 3 100.0028 g Comp. Comp. Comp. T total G 12.0000 g 2.5600 g 3.3001 g If a printer is attached to your balance, a record with the net total weight of all components “N total”, the tare weight (weight of the weighing container) “T total” and gross total weight (net total weight of all components and plus tare weight) “G” is printed out. 100.0028 g 117.8629 g N total 17.
Special applications and functions 46 F n 3 Press and hold the «F» key again until the number “n” of all components weighed in so far is displayed. long Net F =0000 g Press and hold the «F» key again until the balance switches back to the weight display. You can now weigh in additional components. long During the formulation operation, you can tare additional weighing containers at any time Place the additional weighing container on the weighing pan next to the weighing containers already tared.
Special applications and functions 47 5.4 Dynamic weighing of unstable weighing samples The functions “Dynamic weighing with automatic start” and “Dynamic weighing with manual start” facilitate the weighing of unstable weighing samples (e.g. animals). With this type of weighing, your balance determines the weight over a particular time period and calculates a representative mean value. Dynamic weighing presupposes that you have preselected the “F dyn A” or “F dyn M” function in the menu (see Section 4.
Special applications and functions 48 t ≠ 3” F t ≠ 5” By briefly pressing the «“» key, you can select one of the available time intervals (1, 2, 3, 5, 10 or 20 seconds). Notes The more unstable the sample, the longer the time interval to be selected. If you do not press a key for 45 seconds, the balance quits the display without changing the inputted value. Then press the «±» key briefly to confirm the selected time interval. =0000 g Your balance is now ready for dynamic weighing.
Special applications and functions 49 ‹ )5917 g Read off the result after elapse of the weighing time. The asterisk symbol “*” appears in the bottom left corner of the display. This symbol indicates that the value is a mean value of the weighings performed, in other words a calculated result. The result remains in the display until the weighing sample is removed. If you wish to weigh the same sample again, press the «±» key briefly.
Special applications and functions 50 Carefully place the balance on its back. AG 27 Unscrew the screw of the hanger cover. You need unscrew the screw only until you can turn the cover. AG 28 Turn the cover by 180 °C. Center the hole in the cover exactly over the opening in the base of the balance. AG 29 Retighten the screw. Your balance is now ready for mounting your equipment for below-thebalance weighings.
Special applications and functions 51 5.6 Adjustment (calibration) with internal weight Depending on the setting selected in the menu (see Section 4.4), the adjustment (calibration) can be performed with the built-in, internal weight fully automatically (FACT) or semi-automatically. Fully automatic internal adjustment (calibration) FACT Your balance is set in the factory for the fully automatic adjustment with the internal adjustment weight. You are already familiar with this setting from Sections 2.
Special applications and functions 52 The following displays appear during the adjustment (calibration): Cal The internal adjustment weight is being loaded. -----Cal The internal adjustment weight is being raised. =00 Cal The balance is processing the adjustment results. -----The balance reports successful completion of the adjustment (calibration). CAL donE The balance automatically returns to the weighing mode. =0002 g C Abort --BALANCE 03.02.
Special applications and functions 53 5.7 Calibration with external weights (VariCal) Depending on the setting selected in the menu (see Section 4.4), the calibration can be performed with the builtin or an external weight. The balance is set in the factory to calibration with the internal weight, which you are already familiar with from Section 2.6.
Special applications and functions 54 AG 31 Place the requested weight in the middle of the weighing pan. Cal ------ =0000 g CAL donE C Abort --BALANCE 03.02.97 CALIBRATION-,11:34:23 METTLER TOLEDO Balance Type: AG104 SNR: 54001222 Weight ID:.............. Weight: 100.0000 g Ext. calibration done Signature: ........................ --------- END ---------- During the calibration, the horizontal segments are displayed.
Special applications and functions 55 5.8 Testing the balance with internal or external weight You can test the accuracy of your balance at any time. This test is performed with either the built-in weight or with external weights, depending on your setting in the menu (see Section 4.4). Testing the balance with the internal weight Make certain that “Testing the balance with the internal weight (test int)” is selected in the menu (see Section 4.4).
Special applications and functions 56 Notes You can abort an ongoing test at any time by briefly pressing the «C» key. C Abort ----- BALANCE TEST ----03.02.97 11:34:23 METTLER TOLEDO Balance Type: AG204 SNR: 51001222 If the test can not be performed properly (e.g. owing to vibrations), the balance aborts the procedure and “Abort” appears in the display. Press the «C» key to clear this message and restart the test.
Special applications and functions 57 During the test the horizontal segments are displayed. -----The balance now prompts you to remove the weight. Lift off the weight. =0000 g After removal of the weight, the balance processes the results of the test. ------ t donE Notes You can abort an ongoing test at any time by briefly pressing the «C» key. C Abort ----- BALANCE TEST ----03.02.97 15:21:17 METTLER TOLEDO Balance Type: AG204 SNR: 00001222 Weight ID:..............
Further important information regarding your AG balance 58 6 Further important information regarding your AG balance 6.1 What if …? Modern semimicro and analytical balances such as the AG balances operate today so perfectly that they do not require a special weighing room or a stone weighing bench. State-of-the-art electronics shorten the weighing times and allow matching to a very wide range of ambient conditions so that the balances can be integrated directly in production processes.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 59 In simple cases, it may simply be sufficient to place the weighing sample in a metal container. Always use the smallest possible weighing container as the error tends to increase with increasing container size. Increase the atmospheric humidity by using a humidifier. Use a commercial antistatic gun or an antistatic spray. However, please note that these are not effective with all materials.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 60 Weighing samples or containers which readily absorb or give off moisture As a result of moisture uptake or evaporation, the weight of the weighing sample continuously increases or decreases. All weighing samples or containers made of wood, cardboard, paper, cork (e.g. support for round-bottom flasks), plastic or rubber can absorb or lose so much moisture that the display is unstable and nonreproducible or wrong weighing results are displayed.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 61 Problem: The weighing speed could be improved The weighing speed or the stabilization time of your balance is mainly influenced by the following factors and settings. Vibration adapter If the ambient conditions permit, you can shorten the stabilization time of your balance by selecting the setting “1” of the vibration adapter (see Section 4.7).
Further important information regarding your AG balance 62 6.2 Error messages Error messages in the display draw your attention to incorrect operation or that the balance could not perform a procedure properly. Error message Cause Rectification Overload Remove sample from weighing pan. Underload Check that weighing pan is mounted properly. No function preselected Preselect desired function in the menu.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 63 Error message Cause Rectification Internal fault. Do the following in this order: Switch balance off and then on with the «On/Off» key. Error 4 Disconnect balance from power supply and reconnect. Calibrate balance. If rectification not possible: Inform customer service. Wrong or missing weighing pan. =0000 Abort Mount correct weighing pan. Unload weighing pan.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 64 6.3 Maintenance and care Simple cleaning Remove the weighing pan and then the weighing chamber plate. Clean the weighing chamber with the brush supplied. AG 32 Thorough cleaning Disconnect your balance from the power supply. AG 26 AG 23 AG 33 Remove the weighing pan (with the AG135, AG285 also the draft shield element). Remove the weighing chamber plate. Close both doors of the weighing chamber.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 65 Remove the slide with the short-form operating instructions. Then carefully pull off the panes of the top weighing chamber door backwards from the balance. Hold the bottom pane firmly to avoid dropping it. AG 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Undo the locking device of the weighing chamber cover. AG 34 Carefully lift up the weighing chamber cover and remove.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 66 Clean all dismantled single parts and the actual balance. However, on no account use abrasive cleaners or powerful solvents. AG 38 Assemble your balance in reverse order. When inserting the two side weighing chamber doors, ensure that they are correctly positioned in their guide slot.
Further important information regarding your AG balance 67 6.4 LocalCAN universal interface Every AG balance is fitted with the LocalCAN universal interface. As you can attach up to five peripherals simultaneously, it offers you high flexibility for data interchange. The peripherals (see Section 7.3) from METTLER TOLEDO, which include the connection cables as standard, can be connected to the balance in a simple manner.
Technical data and optional equipment 68 7 Technical data and optional equipment 7.1 Technical data of the AG balances Power supply Power supply with AC/AC adapter national power cable 115 V, –20%+15%, 50/60 Hz, 230 V, –20%+15%, 50/60 Hz, Fusing Temperature switch Power supply AG balance 9.5–17.5 V, 50/60 Hz, 7 VA or 9–20 V =, 7 W Use only with a tested AC adapter with SELV output current. 195mA, 90mA, Sec: 12V, 50/60Hz, 1.25A Sec: 12V, 50/60Hz, 1.
Technical data and optional equipment 69 Technical data Readability AG64 AG104 0.1 mg AG135 AG204 1) 0.1 mg 0.1 mg/0.01 mg 1) 0.1 mg Maximum capacity 61 g 101 g 101 g/31 g 210 g Taring range 0…61 g 0...101 g 0…101 g 0...210 g Repeatability (s) 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 0.1 mg/0.02 mg1) 0.1 mg Linearity 2) ±0.2 mg ±0.2 mg ±0.2 mg/±0.03 mg1) ±0.
Technical data and optional equipment 70 Dimensions 191 201 316.5 49 56 9 64 240 90.5 75.8 116 47.5 242.5 110 176 ø 85 108 268 308 218 7.
Technical data and optional equipment 71 7.3 Optional equipment With optional equipment from the METTLER TOLEDO product range the functionality of your AG balance can be increased. You have the following options available. Normal paper printers LC-P45 Printer: Printer with built-in applications (calibration and test records conforming to GLP, statistical evaluations, totalization functions, etc.
Technical data and optional equipment 72 Density determination Kit for the density determination of solids 238490 Sinker for the density determination of liquids (in conjunction with density kit 238490) 210260 Application software for the density determination 238491 Differential weighing Application software for differential weighing with bar-code reader LC-BCR Application software for differential weighing 238495 238494 Antitheft device Antitheft device with metal bolt for bench feedthrough, with
Appendix 73 8 Appendix 8.1 Overview of menu Weighing mode SECUrEd 1 Reset Menu OPEn “ 3 Autom. adjustm.
Appendix 74 8.2 Conversion table for weight units Unit Gram g Milligram mg Ounce oz (avdp) Troy ounce ozt Grain GN Pennyweight dwt 1g 1 1000 0.03527396 0.03215075 15.43236 0.6430149 1 mg 0.001 1 0.0000352740 0.0000321508 0.01543236 0.000643015 1 oz 28.34952 28349.52 1 0.9114585 437.500 18.22917 1 ozt 31.10347 31103.47 1.097143 1 480 20 1 GN 0.06479891 64.79891 0.002285714 0.002083333 1 0.04166667 1 dwt 1.555174 1555.174 0.05485714 0.05 24 1 1 ct/C.M. 0.
Appendix 75 8.3 SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) In the documentation of a GLP test, the SOPs represent a relatively small, but nonetheless important constituent. Practical experience has confirmed that SOPs produced in-house can be followed much better that those produced by an external, anonymous authority. In what follows you will find a brief overview of the areas of responsibility with regard to SOPs as well as a checklist for the generation of an SOP.
Appendix 76 Checklist for the production of SOPs Administrative matters 1. Use of SOP forms 2. Name of inspection and testing equipment 3. Date (date when SOP produced) 4. Storage identification (master reference plan) for SOPs 5. Page numbering (1 of n) 6. Title 7. Date of putting into force 8. Revision information 9. Specification of departments responsible for implementation yes no yes no 10.
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Appendix 78 E I Electrostatic charging 58 Icons 37 Error message 62 Individual components 44 Evaporation measurement 35 Inner draft shield 10, 61, 72 Interface 67 Internal adjustment 27, 51 F ISO 14001 7 F count 29, 39 ISO 9001 7 FACT 6, 15, 27 Factory setting 27 Features 6 Fine dispensing 31 K Key designation 7 Fine range 22, 23 Foot switch 71 Formula 43 L Formulation function 29, 43 Leveling 12 Front 2 Leveling control 3, 12 Function display 3 Leveling foot 3, 12 Functions 29, 39 L
Appendix 79 Moisture 60 Q Quickstart 37 N N total 45 Net total 45 R Net weight 69 Readability 20, 23, 69 Rear 2 Receiver 72 O Record Open 38 Reference number 39 Operator keys 3 Reference weight 41, 42 Optional equipment 71 Repeatability 32, 61, 69 Overload 62 Repro-Set 32 Overview 2 Reset 27 16, 45, 52, 54, 56, 57 Resolution of the weighing result 61 P Packaging 9 S Percent weighing 42 Safety 8 Peripheral device 67 Saving the settings 26 Piece counting 29, 39 Secure Pin assignme
Appendix 80 Stability 48, 62 Stability detector 3, 20, 32 Stabilization time 69 Standard equipment 9, 68 Standard operating procedure 7, 15, 75 Standby 17, 36, 37 V VariCal 28, 53 Vibration adapter 30, 62 Voltage 13 Voltage value 8 Sunlight 11 Switching off 17 W Switching on 17 Switch-on mode 37 Warm-up phase 15, 27 Warm-up time 17 Weighing below the balance 49, 59 T Target weight 57 Taring 19 Taring range 19, 69 Technical data 68, 69 Temperature fluctuations 11 Temperature 68 Test of the balance 28,
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