Operating instructions

Getting to know your AG balance
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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.
The analytical balances of the AG line combine numerous weighing and adjustment possibilities with an exceptional
ease of operation. Thanks to the fully integrated doors of the draft shield, these balance are the most compact of their
type and are also equally convenient to operate for right- and left-handers.
Please read through these operating instructions very carefully to ensure that you can exploit all possibilities of your
balance. As soon as you are familiar with the functions of your balance, you will be in a position to make use of
the enclosed short-form operating instructions in your daily work.
These operating instructions apply to all balances of the AG line. However, the various models have different
equipment and performance characteristics. Where this is important for the operation, a special note is inserted in
the text.
1.2 Overview of the AG balances
The AG balance family comprises various analytical balances which differ in regard to their weighing range, the
resolution and their equipment.
The models of the AG line have the following common features:
– Rugged and chemically resistant construction.
– Extremely compact construction thanks to draft shield doors completely integrated in the weighing chamber.
– Ergonomic, one-handed operation of the draft shield, equally convenient for right- and left-handers.
– Convenient keypad for one-handed operation and wide, easily readable display display with backlighting for some
balance models.
– FACT (Fully Automatic Calibration Technology), fully automatic, motorized adjustment (calibration) with internal
weight (naturally, the balance can also be calibrated with external weights).
– Built-in functions for piece counting, percent weighing, formulation and dynamic weight determination.
– Built-in interface of the latest generation (LocalCAN universal interface) allows the attachment of up to 5 peripheral
devices. Use of an adapter cable also allows attachment of devices with an RS232C interface.
– Line-independent operation (up to 10 hours) with optional PP-B10 PowerPack.
– Integrated short-form operating instructions to facilitate your daily work.