User manual no.: IMMU-02-07-09-14-ENG BALANCES 3Y SERIES ultra-microbalances UYA 3Y analytical balances XA 3Y analytical balances XA 3Y.A analytical balances AS 3Y precision balances PS 3Y − precision balances APP 3Y − − − − − BALANCES AND SCALES RADWAG 26 – 600 Radom, Bracka 28, POLAND Phone: +48 (0-48) 38 48 800, fax. +48 (0-48) 385 00 10 export@radwag.com www.radwag.
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Table of contents 1. BASIC INFORMATION ....................................................................... 9 2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION .................................................... 11 2.1. 2.2. 2.3. 2.4. 2.5. 2.6. 2.7. 2.8. Ultra-microbalaces UYA 3Y .................................................................... 11 Balances XA 3Y; XA 3Y.A ....................................................................... 12 Balances AS 3Y series .....................................................
11.7. Adjustment report printout .................................................................... 54 11.8. GLP project ......................................................................................... 54 11.9. Adjustment history ............................................................................... 55 12. USERS ............................................................................................. 56 13. ACCESS LEVEL ...............................................................
20.5. Density of air ....................................................................................... 92 20.6. Additional settings of density mode ........................................................ 93 20.7. Printouts ............................................................................................. 94 20.8. Report on completed density determination processes .............................. 96 21. ANIMAL WEIGHING ........................................................................
27.7. Aborted control restoring procedure, power loss case ..............................150 27.8. Non-destructive average tare control mode ............................................150 27.9. Non-destructive empty – full control mode .............................................156 27.10. Destructive empty-full and full-empty control mode ............................158 27.11. Control according to internal criteria ..................................................158 27.12.
31.4. Transponder card reader ......................................................................195 31.5. Additional display ................................................................................196 31.6. Ambient conditions module ...................................................................197 31.7. Tablet feeder (automatic feeder) ...........................................................197 32. INPUTS / OUTPUTS .......................................................................
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1. BASIC INFORMATION INTENDED USE Balances 3Y series are intended to precise mass measurement of weighed loads conducted in laboratory conditions. PRECAUTION MEASURES Before first use of the balance, it is highly recommended to carefully read this User Manual, and operate the balance as intended. Do not operate the touch panel using sharp edged tools (knife, screwdriver, etc.). Place weighed loads in the center of balance’s weighing pan.
• Balance defects, if service claims removing or destroying product’s protective stickers which protect the balance’s housing against unauthorized access. • Mechanical defects or defects caused by liquids and natural wear, • Balance defects caused by inappropriate setting of a defect of electric power network, • Defects caused by overloading balance’s mechanical measuring system, • Maintenance activities (cleaning). E.
2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 2.1. Ultra-microbalaces UYA 3Y Carefully unpack the balance, remove plastic, cardboard and foil packagings together with protective elements and using gently movements place the balance onto its location. Assembly the weighing pan and other elements following the diagram.
2.2. Balances XA 3Y; XA 3Y.A A – balance with d=0,01mg unit B – balance with d=0,1mg unit After balance installation at operating place, remove the transport protection (9) press the safety catch gently and turn it accordingly to instruction, next remove the safety catch but remember to retain it should the device be transported in the future.
2.3. Balances AS 3Y series Carefully remove the balance from its packaging, remove the plastic and foil transport protective elements. Gently place the balance in its intended place of use. Install the weighing pan, and other elements according to below scheme.
2.4. Balances PS 3Y series Carefully remove the balance from its packaging, remove the plastic and foil transport protective elements, and gently place the balance in its intended place of use. Install the weighing pan, and other elements according to below scheme.
Before installing the balance in its intended place of use, remove transport protections (1) and assembly the weighing pan (2) (for APP 10.3Y, one of the pans only). On assembling the components, connect all peripheral devices to the balance and then plug the instrument to the mains. Power socket is located at the back of balance’s housing.
XA 3YA series balances Steps: 1. Unscrew and remove top glass protection, next slide the top glass out. 2. Remove left and right side glass. Before removing the glass completely pull its protection as it has been presented in the picture. Left and right side glass are not interchangeable therefore it must be remembered which is left, which is right. Upon cleaning procedure completion left and right side glass must be mounted to a correct place. 3. Undo the screws protecting the front glass to remove it.
4. Remove the weighing pan and the pan shield so as not to damage the mechanism while carrying out the cleaning process. Thus prepared draft shield and its glass parts may be thoroughly cleaned. Carry out the cleaning process carefully using the most gentle movements. Pay attention to dirt and any small items, they could affect balance operation if they got inside the balance through the opening that serves to mount the weighing pan.
2. Replace the back glass. 3. Remove left and right side glass. Left and right side glass are not interchangeable therefore it must be remembered which is left, which is right. Upon cleaning procedure completion left and right side glass must be mounted to a correct place. 4. CAUTION: the front glass cannot be dismounted. 5. Remove the weighing pan, the pan shield and the bottom shield of the weighing chamber so as not to damage the mechanism while carrying out the cleaning process.
Thus prepared draft shield and its glass parts may be thoroughly cleaned. Carry out the cleaning process carefully using the most gentle movements. Pay attention to dirt and any small items, they could affect balance operation if they got inside the balance through the opening that serves to mount the weighing pan. Upon completion of the cleaning process assembly the balance, take actions like before but in a reverse order.
2. Remove the back glass 3. Remove left and right side glass. Left and right side glass are not interchangeable therefore it must be remembered which is left, which is right. Upon cleaning procedure completion left and right side glass must be mounted to a correct place. 4. CAUTION: the front glass cannot be dismounted. 5. Remove the weighing pan, the pan shield and the bottom shield of the weighing chamber so as not to damage the mechanism while carrying out the cleaning process.
Thus prepared draft shield and its glass parts may be thoroughly cleaned. Carry out the cleaning process carefully using the most gentle movements. Pay attention to dirt and any small items, they could affect balance operation if they got inside the balance through the opening that serves to mount the weighing pan. Upon completion of the cleaning process assembly the balance, take actions like before but in a reverse order.
3. BALANCE DESIGN 3.1. Dimensions Ulctramicrobalance UYA 3Y series Balance XA 3Y.
Balance XA 3Y series Balance XA 3Y.
Balance AS 3Y series Balance PS 3Y series - 24 -
Balance APP 3Y series - 25 -
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3.3. Balances with a wireless connection between the terminal and the weighing module (an option) The terminal operates on bateries, wireless connection ensures its cooperation with the weighing module. This, in contrast to a standard design, allows to eliminate cable connecting the devices. Wireless connection solution is marked by letter , eg. AS 220.3Y.B. Features: Maksimum range: 10 m Maxumum operation time of the terminal (without the necessity to charge baterries): 8 h Usage: 1.
3.3.1. Start-up procedure On unpacking and placing the balance onto its workstation it is necessary to connect the weighing module and the terminal to mains. Next the user shall proceed like in case of a standard design (description to be found further down this manual). Main window preview for a wireless connection solution is presented below. 1 2 Main window of a wireless connection solution features two extra icons when compared to a standard design: 1. battery charge status icon 2.
No. Icon Description 1 Correct connection of wireless modules – correct cooperation 2 Connection interrupted – loss of connection Terminal connected to mains, battery charged, no connection of the terminal with the weighing module. 3.3.3. Settings For ensuring long enough operation while powering the device by means of battery, the correct parameters of group OTHER must be set, . For more information refer to point 33 of this manual titled Other Parameters.
4. STARTUP • On plugging the balance to mains, instrument’s diode ON/LOAD located on indicator’s housing is lit up. • Press powering key located on the upper left section of terminal’s overlay. Within a few seconds, the OS Windows CE and RADWAG software start loading, which is signaled by flickering red diode ON/LOAD. • On completing the startup procedure, the instrument’s displays main window of the balance software. • The balance starts up with no user logged in.
6. SOFTWARE STRUCTURE The structure of balance’s main menu is divided into function groups. Each group comprises parameters grouped by their reference. Description of each menu group is provided further in this user manual. List of groups - Parameters Balance’s main menu is accessed by pressing SETUP function key or soft key located in the bottom tool bar of balance’s display. The menu comprises parameters referring to balance settings, functions and profiles.
7. SOFTWARE WEIGHING WINDOW The software’s main window is divided into 4 main sections: • The upper part of the touch panel displays data on active working mode, logged operator, date, time, active connection to a computer and current level status of a balance.
8. LOGGING Full access to balance’s parameters and editing databases requires logging to instrument’s software as an operator with access level. The logging procedure should be carried out on each switching on the balance.
Access level Software of balances Y2 series provides four access levels: administrator, advanced operator, operator and none (anonymous logging). On switching on the balance, its display is constantly active, enabling carrying out mass measuring processes. These measurements, however, cannot be saved in balance’s database unless a user with at least minimal access level is logged in.
9. OPERATING USER MENU Moving in menu of balances 3Y series is intuitive. The touch panel makes the operation of balance’s software very simple. Pressing a function key, a soft key or area on the display initiates an assigned function or process. 9.1.
9.2. Return to weighing mode Changes in instrument’s memory are saved permanently on returning to weighing mode. Procedure: - Press mode. key for a few times, until the display indicates to the weighing - press soft key in the upper bar on the display. The software immediately returns to displaying the main window.
10. WEIGHING Load a weighed object on balance’s weighing pan. On stabilization of weighing result, indicated by stability marker visible on the side of balance’s display, read the measurement result.
* - Accessibility of measuring units is conditioned by type of balance and its verification status. In non-verified balances all measuring units including those outside the International System of Units are available. 10.2.
10.3. Balance leveling Balance Y2 series features AutoLEVEL System, which continuously monitors balance’s level status during its operation. The level status is signaled in the upper right corner of balance’s display. The system continuously controls level, and on detecting level change it indicates appropriate information on the display and/or signals an alarm. Then the software opens a window for adjusting the level.
10.5. Tarring In order to determine net weight of a weighed object, place object’s container (packaging) on balance’s weighing pan, and on stabilization of measurement result press key. The display should indicate mass equal to zero and symbols: Netand . On taking off the weighed load and its packaging from instrument’s weighing pan, the display indicates sum of total tarred mass with minus sign. The software also enables assigning tare value to a product from a database.
10.6. Weighing on dual range balances (ref. balance PS 200/2000.3Y series) Transition from weighing with accuracy of the I weighing range to weighing with accuracy of theII weighing range takes place automatically on exceeding Max1 200g (without operator’s interference). On entering the accuracy of the II weighing range, the display indicates < II> pictogram on its left side, the last digit is simultaneously blanked, and last but one digit is differentiated.
Density of weighed load Correction value [mg] Sample mass [g] Error value in relation to density of weighed sample 2. Testing the changes of sample mass within a few hours’ time, if: sample mass is relatively constant (minor changes). In such case it is assumed, that considerable effect on the measurement result rests on air density changes, which is affected by changes of pressure, temperature and humidity.
In order to avoid errors, the corrected mass value is accompanied by symbol visible on balance’s display and a printout. 2. The application semi-automatically determines the value of air density. The specified density of the weighed sample is inserted to balance’s memory by an operator. Determination of air density is carried out using a set of two mass standards. One of them is made of stainless steel, and the other of aluminum.
ONLINE – selecting this option downloads current air density value from a connected THB sensor, if such is connected to the balance, or from internal sensor installed in the balance. If a balance features both types of sensors (THB module and internal sensor), then data from the THB module supersedes the other, and parameters Setup/Ambient Conditions/Ambient Conditions Module require setting to SAVE or SAVE & ALERTS mode.
10.8. Additional parameters on weighing process Changes in settings of functions related to weighing process can in some extend program balance reactions. Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace 2. Balance display indicates menu: Settings, Keys, Information, Printouts, Profile 3.
Sum of measurements – the condition for printing a footer is exceeding mass value set in parameter Number of measurements – the condition for printing a footer is carrying out a pre-defined number of measurements (a batch) set in parameter THRESHOLD – setting the value of threshold determining footer printout.
Database of printouts enables selecting one of available nonstandard printouts visible in menu , or designing a unique printout which is automatically added to the databases. Caution: Means of designing printouts is described in point 15.5 of this user manual. − Air buoyancy compensation Contains parameters allowing the user to switch on the correction and enter data relating to density of the sample and to density of the air. CAUTION: function operates only for weighing mode.
Available options: • METHOD It is a means for designating an accepted quality standard. Pressing a field displays a window with a list of minimal sample weight values stored in balance’s memory, following a criterion on determining the minimum sample.
6. Press field 7. Which opens a window containing a list of minimum sample methods stored in balance database. 8. Select one of available entries. 9. The software returns to the previous menu window 10. Press field 11. Which opens a window with parameter settings. Select one of below options: Lock – on selecting this option and during the weighing process the display indicates corresponding pictograms that inform a user whether the weighed mass is below or above the minimum sample limit.
Meaning of the pictograms of minimum sample mode: Mass below the set value of minimum sample. Mass above or equal to the value of minimum sample. Mass below the set value of minimum sample. A pictogram with a clock informs on approaching expiring of the validity period of the minimum sample (it is displayed two weeks before the determined expiry date). Mass above the set value of minimum sample.
10.10. Cooperation with TITRATORS In order to ensure correct cooperation with TITRATORS it is necessary to set option to value. The setting must be done for standard printout content. Any other variables for this printout must be off. If the option is on, the user shall notice an icon informing about specific mass printout format accepted by TITRATORS. The icon is located in the top toolbar of the main window.
11. ADJUSTMENT Balances 3Y series feature automatic internal adjustment system which ensures correct measurement accuracy. Menu contains functions controlling operation of balance adjustment process, including options: 11.1. Internal adjustment Internal adjustment process utilizes an internal weight built in balance’s housing. function key activates automatic adjustment process.
• Acting according to the command, place an ordered weight/standard on balance’s weighing pan and press key, • On completing the adjustment procedure the balance indicates a message box: • On confirming the message box with weighing mode. key, the balance returns to 11.3. User adjustment User adjustment is carried out with an optional standard, which mass ranges between 0,15 Max and Max.
Time – adjustment takes place in time intervals declared in menu (11.6) Temperature – adjustment is triggered by temperature change only Both – adjustment activation is triggered both by temperature changes and time interval changes CAUTION: Changing the settings of automatic adjustment is enabled only in balances which are not subject to conformity assessment (i.e. non-verified balances). 11.6.
blank line, dashes, signature, non-standard printout. 11.9. Adjustment history Contains data on all carried out adjustment processes. The record is carried out automatically. Each entry on adjustment comprises basic data on completed process. Balance menu enables displaying the list of completed adjustment processes, and each report is printable. Printing a report on adjustment process. Enter submenu < Adjustment >, and: , then select for printing adjustment entry from a list.
12. USERS Menu “Users” contains list of balance operators, who are authorized to operate the instrument. The following data can be defined for each balance user: Name Code Password Access level Language Profile Card no. Adding new user can only be carried out by balance’s Administrator.
13. ACCESS LEVEL Access level in a balance determines scope of activities that a user can carry out. This menu can only be modified by balance’s Administrator. Anonymous user Balance Administrator can grant access level to a balance user who is not logged in (i.e. Anonymous user). Procedure: Enter group of parameters < Access level>, select option < Anonymous user>, and set appropriate access level for the anonymous user.
Databases Balance Administrator is also authorized to set access level required to modifying each of the databases. Procedure: Enter group of parameters < Access level>, select option < Databases>, and set desired access level: Guest, User, Advanced User, Administrator for each of the databases. Caution: Setting access level causes that access to editing each of the databases is free.
14. PROFILES A Profile is a data pack determining: o o o o o functioning of working modes, e.g. parts counting, percent setup, etc.
Deleting a profile Procedure: • Enter balance’s main menu by pressing Setup key, • Enter submenu < Profiles>, • Press and hold an entry with profile name that should be deleted, • A menu is opened with a list. Select option from the list, • A message box is displayed which requires confirming profile’s deleting: , • Accept the message box by pressing key, the profile is deleted. Caution: Deleting a profile is only enabled after logging in as an Administrator. 14.2.
14.2.1. Settings Name On entering this option, the display opens a message box with keyboard. Insert name of a profile and accept it by pressing key. The name is assigned to the profile. Default working mode On entering this option the user can select a specific working mode, which is set as default in a profile. In case option is selected, then on selecting the profile, the balance activates last used working mode. 14.2.2.
Balance user can influence to some extend the range of signal processing by selecting an appropriate FILTER value. Available options: o very fast o fast o average / normal o slow o very slow While setting the filtering level the user should consider the actual operating conditions of a balance. In case of very good operating conditions set the filter to average/normal or fast, in case of rough conditions set the filter to slow or very slow.
Autozero function: Dosing The function sets autozero operation mode to default one set for dosing mode. Accessible values: NO - autozero operation is automatically disabled on entering dosing mode YES - autozero operation is automatically enabled on entering dosing mode Last digit The function determines visibility of the last decimal place indicated on measurement result.
15. WORKING MODES – general information A balance 3Y series in its standard version features the following working modes: Weighing Means of operation: weight of a load is determined through an indirect measurement. A balance measures gravitational force which attracts the load. An obtained result is processed to a digital format and displayed in a form of measurement result.
requirements. Differential weighing Means of operation: analysis of mass sample change over time. Statistical Quality Control Working mode is intended to carrying out different types of product packing processes and aimed at monitoring and / or controlling the packing process. It enables detecting excess or lack of product quantity in a packaging. Control of Prepacked Goods Working mode intended for CPG (Control of Prepacked Goods) processes in accordance with the regulation on prepacked goods.
15.2. Parameters related to working modes Each working mode has programmable parameters determining its functioning. Procedure of determining these parameters: 1. Press grey coloured workspace area 2.
15.3.1. Proximity sensors The balance comprises two proximity sensors enabling wave control of the balance therefore the user does not have to either press any key on the overlay or touch the screen. The program recognizes 4 types of motions performed near the sensor: 1. Placing hand near the left sensor 2. Placing hand near the right sensor 3. Motion to the left 4.
15.4. Information Information on weighing process is displayed in the grey coloured workspace. It contains maximally 6 pieces of information. If larger amount of data is selected, then only the first 6 are displayed. Each parameter features two options: - YES, information enabled (displayed in the workspace) - NO, information disabled 15.5. Printouts Menu printouts comprises two separate sections. The first one is standard printouts, the other one is non-standard printouts.
o WEIGHING − N (number of measurements) − Date − Time − Level status − Client − Warehouse − Product − Packaging − Universal variable 1 … 5 − Net − Tare − Gross − Current measurement result − Supplementary weighing unit − Mass − Non-standard printout o FOOTER − Working mode − Date − Time − Balance type − Balance ID − User − Level status − Client − Warehouse − Product − Packaging − Universal variable 1 … 5 − Dashes − Empty line − GLP report − Signature − Non-standard printout BASIC PRINCIPLES OF USING PRINTOU
Print data from header Print data from footer Caution: Measuring units for printing mass indication: − Net – main measuring unit (adjustment unit) − Tare – main measuring unit (adjustment unit) − Gross – main measuring unit (adjustment unit) − Current result – currently displayed measuring unit − Supplementary unit – supplementary measuring unit − Mass – main measuring unit (adjustment unit) Non-standard printout Non-standard printout a printout may contain: TEXTS and VARIABLES(which are acquired from th
16. PARTS COUNTING Working mode< Parts counting> enables determining quantity of small parts (objects) with equal part mass.
16.1. Additional settings of parts counting mode The additional settings enable adjusting the working mode to user’s needs and requirements. To access the setting follow below procedure: Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace, 2. The display indicates menu of: Settings, Keys, Information, Printout and Profile 3. Press key 4. The display indicates functions related to weighing and parts counting modes.
− Printout mode / Value release − Printouts Means of using the above functions are given in point 10.8. “Additional parameters on weighing process”. 16.2. Parts counting – quick access keys Each of working modes features a set of default quick access keys, which are automatically displayed on mode activation. The set of keys can be modified by selecting other quick access keys to the bottom bar of the display. Such process requires appropriate operator’s access level. 16.3.
• Total mass of all parts loaded on the weighing pan must not be lower than value declared in parameter “Minimal reference mass”. Unless this condition is met, the balance displays a message: ; • Mass of a single part must not be lower than 0,1 of balance’s reading unit. unless this condition is met, the balance displays a message: . 16.5.
e) Select option , reference mass is saved in a product record under entry . 16.7. Parts counting procedure The first step in parts counting mode is obtaining data on mass of a single part. Select one of available options: − Give mass value of a single part (see point 16.3) and place parts on balance’s weighing pan, balance displays totalized parts. − Set mass of a single part from a given quantity of parts (see point 16.4.
Procedure Press grey coloured workspace and press option Set Bargraph option to YES, return to parts counting mode Press grey coloured workspace and press option Assign option to one of the quick access keys displayed in the bottom bar • Return to parts counting mode • • • • Press < Checkweighing thresholds> key and insert values for LOW and HIGH thresholds, return to parts counting mode • Under the measurement result there is bargraph displayed.
Press < Target Value > key and insert number of parts recognized as the target value, • If tolerance applies, set its value (range between 0 – 100%) • Under the measurement result there is bargraph displayed, containing: o Current number of parts on the weighing pan (marked with colours – see point 16.7.) o The value of Target Mass (black marker) • Caution: The checkweighing and dosing functions can operate simultaneously in the parts counting mode.
17. CHECKWEIGHING Working mode< Checkweighing > enables controlling sample mass using two threshold (Low and High). Usually it is accepted, that mass indication is correct if it is included within the thresholds’ values.
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18. DOSING Working mode< Dosing> enables carrying out the sampling process, until obtaining a pre-defined target mass. Working mode activating procedure • while in the main window, press soft key located in the upper bar of the display, which opens a submenu with selection of available working modes, • select < Dosing > mode, the software automatically returns to the main window and displays pictogram in the upper bar.
18.1. Use of database of products in dosing process When weighing, it is possible to use the value of target mass assigned to a product in the database of products or temporarily determine custom target values of mass. In the database of products, target mass of a product is its mass field.
Caution: If the Target Value is acquired from the Database of Products, then fields Target Value and Tolerance contain data referring to selected product. The data can be edited and modified. 18.2. Additional settings of dosing mode The additional settings enable adjusting the working mode to use’s needs and requirements. To access the setting follow below procedure: Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace, 2. The display indicates menu of: Settings, Keys, Information, Printout and Profile, 3.
19. PERCENT SETUP Working mode< Percent setup> enables comparing weighed load to a reference mass (standard). The process is expressed in percent [%]. Additionally, the percent setup process can be aided by DOSING and CHECKWEIGHING processes. The supplementary modes and a bargraph are not enabled automatically.
19.1. Comparison of sample and (reference) mass standard Comparison of samples with a mass standard can be carried out through: − Giving mass of a standard, using < Give reference mass> soft key; − Accepting current mass loaded on the weighing pan as a reference mass, using < Set as 100%> soft key; − Selecting a product from database of products, where parameter mass of a product entry is defined, using < key.
19.2. Checkweighing, dosing functions in percent setup mode Percent setup mode can be aided by checkweighing and dosing functions. Access to the supplementary functions is given by determining corresponding soft keys in the bottom bar of the display. Values of the supplementary functions have to be determined as percentage. Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace, 2. The display indicates menu of: Settings, Keys, Information, Printout and Profile, 3. Press key, 4.
3. 4. 5. 6. If tolerance applies, set its value, Accept by pressing < > key, Press High Threshold key and insert its value in [%], Accept by pressing < > key 19.3. Interpreting the function by use of a bargraph The dosing and checkweighing functions are aided by graphic indication, in a form of a bargraph. Below see an example of simultaneous operation of the two functions.
20. DENSITY Working mode< Density > features three separate modules. The first one is used to determine density of solids, the second is for the density of liquids, and the third one determines density of air. The third module is available in balances AS 3Y, XA 3Y and MYA 3Y series. Carrying out the density procedures requires installing an optional density kit (additional equipment) appropriate to a model of used balance.
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The set comprises: 1 2 3 4 Weighing pan with stand Bottom weighing pan of density determining kit for solids Flexible connector Top weighing pan of density determining kit for solids 5 Beaker 6 Hook 7 Thermometer 8 Thermometer handle 9 Plunger 10 Beaker basis Additional stand for set of pans or a plunger Additional set of pans for determining density of solids, 12 which density is lower than density of water 11 CAUTION: − Particular elements shall be stored in a respective box.
20.3. Determining density of solid object Before starting the procedure, it is necessary to determine parameters of the process, such as: − Type of liquid o Distilled water o Ethanol o Other liquid with determined density − Liquid temperature (required if used liquid is distilled water or ethanol) − Liquid density It is set automatically if liquid type Water or Ethanol is used and on inserting liquid temperature. If used liquid is then it has to be inserted manually.
20.4. Determining density of liquids It is determining mass of a plunger if weighed in the air and in tested liquid. The density of tested liquid is calculated according to a formula: ρ= ρ A B V d - A− B +d V density of liquid plunger mass measured in the air plunger mass measured in tested liquid plunger’s volume air density ( max 0,001 g/cm3 ) Before starting the procedure, assembly the density determination kit, and insert to balance’s memory volume of the plunger.
20.5. Density of air Density of air < > is a piece of information required to calculate correction of measurement result related to air BUOYANCY compensation. Another data required in this process is the density of weighed sample. The function of air density determining is enabled only in balances with reading unit lower than d=1mg. Determining density of air requires using a dedicated set of mass standards (additional equipment), specific for a balance model. PROCEDURE: 1. 2.
9. Load aluminium mass standard on balance’s weighing pan and on stabilization of measurement result accept it by pressing < > key, 10. The balance automatically calculates the density of air, and indicates its value on the display, 11. Press < > key to finish the procedure. The value of determined air density is automatically assigned to field in menu in working mode: weighing. 20.6.
product record of the database of products. To use this function, before starting the density determining process, using database of product select a product for which the density procedure is carried out (if density has already been determined for this product, it is replaced with new value), o Tare mode, o Printout mode / Value release, o Printout Means of using the above functions are given in point 10.8. “Additional parameters on weighing process”. 20.7.
− − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − Date Time Standard liquid Temperature Density of standard liquid Weighing 1 Weighing 2 Density Volume Product Warehouse Client Empty line Dashes Signature Non-standard printout o LIQUID − Working mode − Procedure − Sample no. − User − Balance type − Balance ID − Date − Time − Plunger volume − Temperature − Weighing 1 − Weighing 2 − Density − Product − Warehouse − Client − Empty line − Dashes − Signature − Non-standard printout o AIR − Working mode − Procedure − Sample no.
− − − − − − − − − − − − Density of steel standard Density of aluminium standard Weighing 1 Weighing 2 Density Product Warehouse Client Empty line Dashes Signature Non-standard printout 20.8. Report on completed density determination processes On completing any type of density determining processes, i.e. solid, liquid or air, a report is generated. The report is saved in the database < Density reports>. The files are named by their date and time (hour) of density determining process.
Use of data contained in the header and footer.
On selecting the animal weighing mode, the display contains the following quick access keys in the bottom bar: 1. 2. 3. 4. Setup – access to balance’s menu Print header – print of data declared in the header Print footer – print of data declared in the footer Database of products – selection of products from corresponding database 5. Set tare 6. Animal weighing 21.1.
Threshold It is a value expressed in mass measuring units. in order to start measurement, the indication has to exceed value set in the threshold. 3. set mode’s operating parameters and return to weighing, 4. load weighed object on balance’s weighing pan and press < > key, 5. on completing the measurement, the display indicates and “locks” the measurement result, 6.
22. FORMULATION Working mode< Formulation> enables preparing mixtures out of several ingredients. The process is conducted automatically. Balance user, while preparing mixtures, can: use database of formulas, where formula records are stored. In such case, balance’s software assists in weighing ingredients of a mixture by displaying corresponding commands or information in the grey coloured workspace; prepare a mixture without using database of formulas.
On selecting the formulation mode, the display contains the following quick access keys in the bottom bar: 1. 2. 3. 4. Setup – access to balance’s menu Print header Print footer Formulation – selection of a formulation from corresponding database of formulas 5. Formulation multiplier (Formulation start if option is set to , i.e. disabled) 6. Target mass 7. Formulation without a database 22.1.
TOLERANCE: balance software accepts mass of an ingredient if it is within set percent tolerance of total ingredient’s mass (±%) - (data acquired from database of products). THRESHOLDS: the software accepts mass of an ingredient as correct if it is within set thresholds (data acquired from database of products). Selected relation is in effect for all ingredients in the formula making process.
As each of ingredients must have its name and mass specified, the operator must know the exact composition of the total mixture. Adding a formulation to the database of formulas is carried out from the database level. Procedure: • Enter submenu < • Press < Databases>, press < Formulation> field Add > soft key, should a formulation be added On selecting adding of a new formulation, the software automatically adds a new entry in the database, and enters its editing mode.
22.4. Using formulas in weighing In activating FORMULATION mode, depending on settings, user can move to formula making process either on selecting a formulation from corresponding database or weigh a mixture “manually”. Preparing mixtures is carried out by: − Preparing a formulation that is not saved in the Database of Formulas – i.e.
To proceed press < > key Caution: Formula making process can be aborted at any moment by pressing key. PROCEDURE 2 – Preparing a formulation that is saved in the Database of Formulas. It is the basic option of formula making process. Depending on function settings, it is possible to easily prepare multiple realization of a formulation. Follow hints and commands displayed by the balance’s software.
• • Press < Formulation> key, Using list of available formulas, select one for making process, Press < Formulation with target mass> key, The software displays a window with keyboard for inserting the target mass of a mixture, • On accepting the inserted value, the software proceeds to formula making process.
A user can design content of a report. CAUTION: Data contained in a report and referring to each measurement is set in option . On each report printout, areas dedicated for measurements shall be filled with data with attribute in the .
An example of report on formula making process: -------------- Report on Formulation ---------------User Formulation name John Smith Mixture 1 Start date End date 2011.12.16 13:21:40 2011.12.16 13:22:28 Number of ingredients No. of carried out measurements --------------19.994 g --------------49.993 g --------------9.999 g --------------1.001 g --------------19.
23. STATISTICS Working mode< Statistics> enables acquiring data form a series of measurements and carrying out statistical calculations. The range of statistical data is conditioned by mode’s internal settings.
23.1. Setting of keys and workspace for Statistics mode When carrying out a series of measurements, bear in mind below data on operation of keys: Pressing < PRINT> key causes releasing a printout and adding a measurement to statistics, Pressing < Add to statistics> key causes ONLY adding a measurement to statistics without releasing a printout. As in any other working mode, balance user can define custom set of quick access keys and data displayed in the grey coloured workspace. Procedure: 1.
23.3. Parameters related to a series of measurements Each series of measurements can be accompanied by the following options: previewing results, printing report, deleting last measurement, deleting all results in a statistics. Procedure: 1. Press < Statistics> key 2. Displayed options: Result, Print, Delete last, Delete. 3.
Below there is an instance of the chart: − Probability distribution chart – on selecting this option the software generates and displays chart of probability distribution for completed measurement series. Below there is an instance of the chart. The bar chart demonstrates quantities of the same measurement in a series.
24. PIPETTE CALIBRATION Balance allows pipette calibration by means of a special balance software or by means of cooperation with computer software “Pipettes” intended for pipettes calibration (workstation for pipettes calibration). Before pipettes calibration a special set must be mounted inside the draft shield. The set is an atypical balance equipment. See the picture below for set assembly instruction.
Balance with a mounted pipette calibration set. Evaporation ring minimizes measurement errors being a result of liquid evaporation occurring while weighing process. Before pipettes calibration distilled water must be poured into evaporation ring, the amount of water should not exceed 2/3 of the ring height. The set may be operated after about an hour – this period of time is required for moisture stabilisation.
In order to remove frame one must undo 4 screws fixing it to the housing (as it has been shown in the picture). In thus prepared balance the pipette calibration set may be mounted in accordance with above instruction. Balance with dismounted draft shield and mounted calibration set. Thus prepared balance is ready for performance of pipettes calibration process.
• • • Storing calibration results in a database (in a form of reports from calibration process); Printing reports from pipette calibration process Exporting reports from tests During volume testing procedure, the software determines accuracy and repeatability errors for tested volume. In case of pipettes with adjustable volume, the software enables declaring up to 5 volume from total pipette’s range, that are checked during calibration process.
1. 2. 3. 4. Setup – access to balance’s menu Print header Print footer Select pipette The grey coloured workspace contains the following data: o o o o o o Pipette Tested volume Average volume Systematic error Random error Status 24.1. Additional settings of pipettes calibration mode The additional settings enable adjusting the working mode to user’s needs and requirements. To access the setting follow below procedure: Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace, 2.
the error values are neglected, and replaced by those from ISO standard), − Acquire data on ambient conditions from THB module: YES/NO. For option the software automatically, and in specified moment, acquires and saves ambient conditions’ parameters from a connected THB module. If option is selected, before starting and after completing the pipettes calibration process operator should manually insert ambient conditions parameters (i.e.
7. Minimum volume: for specifying the minimum volume of a pipette (in case of a pipette with fixed volume, insert <0>); 8. Number of channels: for specifying number of pipette’s channels, in case of a single channel pipette insert <1>; 9. Type: NONE/A/D1/D2. Pipette type is compatible with applicable standard. Selecting pipette’s type is mandatory if calibration process complies with the requirements of standard ISO 8655, as values of errors differ in each type of a pipette.
Settings for header printout, weighing printout, and footer printout are specified in point. 15.5; below description refers to setting a printout template for report on pipette calibration. Content of each of reports: − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − Working mode User Client Pipette Serial no. No. of channels Channel no.
the weighing chamber and the measuring vessel, thus stopping liquid evaporation process. Carried out research proved that the adapter for pipettes calibration eliminates or considerably reduces liquid evaporation process, which is essential for correct gravimetric calibration of piston pipettes. Selecting an appropriate adapter and balance mostly depends on type of calibrated pipettes.
After setting the above options, go to pipettes calibration process. Follow below pipettes calibration procedure: 1. Press < Select pipette> key; 2. Select a pipette for testing from displayed list; 3. On selecting, the software returns to the main window, and name of selected pipette is visible in the grey coloured workspace; 4. Press < Start> key in the bottom bar of the display; 5.
An example of a report on pipette calibration process: ----------- Pipette calibration ----------User Smith Client Jones Pipette p901\1k Serial no. 7777 No. of channels 1 Channel no. 1 No. of measurements 10 Operation with ISO 8655 Yes Start date 2012.03.15 07:50:44 End date 2012.03.15 07:54:34 Water temperature 22.15 °C Temperature 21 °C Humidity 48 % Pressure 1005 hPa Z coefficient 1.00328 ------- Tested volume: 1000 µl ------1 0.998 g 1000.82389 µl 2 0.998 g 1000.82389 µl 3 0.998 g 1000.82389 µl 4 0.
25. DIFFERENTIAL WEIGHING Working mode < Differential weighing> enables analysing changes of mass in a single sample or multiple samples. The process is carried out by determining sample’s initial mass, and then the sample is subject to different processes, which outcome is separation or adding of some of sample’s ingredients. Finally, the sample is repeatedly weighed (differential weighing). After the final weighing, the balance determines the difference between the two mass values (initial and final).
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Setup – access to balance’s menu Series Sample Weighing A Weighing B Weighing T+A Delete value 25.1. Additional settings of differential weighing mode The additional settings enable adjusting the working mode to user’s needs and requirements. Access to these settings is described below: Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace 2. The display indicates menu of: Settings, Keys, Information, Printout and Profile, 3. Press key, 4.
Below list provides the functions of only those soft keys, that are absent in working mode “Weighing” Weighing A Start sampling of initial mass of the sample. The process is carried out as an separate activity. Weighing (T+A) Start weighing a container for the sample (tarring) with automatic, carried out instantly after tarring, sample’s weighing process (nonseparable activities). On process initiation, the software orders setting name of a sample.
25.3. Introducing a series to the Database of Series Database of series comprises series and samples which are components of a series. While creating a series, first set its name, and then add samples to the created series. The software operates intuitively, and commands a user to follow displayed information. Specify a name for each sample. Adding a series to the database can be carried out from the level of differential weighing mode or from the level of Database.
SELECTING a series: Press quick access key . A window is displayed with database of series. On entering the database, press field with name of a series. It is automatically selected for completing. Name of the selected series is displayed in the grey coloured workspace (only if such information is enabled for displaying in the grey coloured workspace).
Weighing A On selecting an option, the balance moves to the first sample on the list, for which weighing is still to be carried out. If there are no such samples in a series, the balance displays a message that such process is inaccessible. If such process is possible, then new data on initiated process is displayed in the grey coloured workspace. During process course the bottom bar and the workspace display data on the following steps that a user should follow.
Follow above procedure and weigh the following samples. The process can be aborted by pressing < > key. Weighing T On selecting the option, the balance moves to the first sample in the list, for which weighing is not completed. If there are no such samples in a series, the balance displays a message that such process is inaccessible. If such process is possible, then new data on initiated process is displayed in the grey coloured workspace.
Caution: If option in the working mode is disabled – set to , the software skips this part of the process. On accepting the ambient conditions by pressing < > key, the software returns to the mode’s main window and displays a command on unloading the sample from the weighing pan (displayed in the message bar). The user should unload weighed sample and the container from balance’s weighing pan and accept the process by pressing < > key.
The opened window contains the following data: In case the following procedure is completed for a sample: • weighing A only, then tare value is <0>, • weighing T only, then value of weighing A is <0> • weighing T+A, then for tare and weighing A the mass values are assigned. Data on a weighed sample can be printed on a connected printer on pressing a pictogram with a printer on display’s upper bar.
of <3> from all samples in a series, for which this measurement is available (a condition is competing Weighing A for the sample). During process the bottom bar and the workspace display promps on the following steps for a user to follow. In case tare is assigned to a sample, then its value is indicated on the displayed with minus sign. Place a sample on balance’s weighing pan (if tare is applied, then place a sample into the container) and press < > key.
25.5. Copy tare The option enables copying once selected tare value in a series to all samples which do not have tare value assigned, and for which differential weighing process (status other than Weighing B) is not completed. Means of operation: Press key Which displays list of samples for which tare value is assigned. Press tare value that should apply to other samples in a series (which do not have tare applied). The software automatically applies selected tare value to data of these samples. 25.6.
25.7. Deleting a value The option, in case of an error, enables deleting last weighing record added to the database. It applies to all processes in the working mode. The software enables deleting only the last carried out measurement. On accidental saving a weighing record (sample or tare), i.e. wrong sample or container, press the following key: The weighing record is automatically deleted, and the software returns to the previous step of the procedure. The process can be carried out only once.
Content of a printout of samples: Dashes Sample Sample no.
26. STATISTICAL QUALITY CONTROL – SQC Working mode < Statistical Quality Control > is intended to carrying out different types of product packing processes and aimed at monitoring and / or controlling the packing process. It enables detecting excess or lack of product quantity in a packaging. If the samples are weighed, and the results are stored in the database ,then the software enables carrying out a trend, and displaying them in a form of a chart.
26.1.
Max Value of +T1 error (specified in % of nominal mass) Unit Measuring unit of a product: [g] Caution: Editing product records in the database is described in point 27.2 of this user manual.
26.2. Additional settings of the SQC mode The additional settings enable adjusting the working mode to user’s needs and requirements. Access to these settings is described below. Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace 2. The display indicates menu of: Settings, Keys, Information, Printout , Batch and Profile, 3. Press key, 4.
Messages displayed during a control process: Batch quantity 1 / 10 - A command on process course and the quantity of all measurements in a tested batch Product - Name of the controlled product Average - Average mass of the controlled product Standard deviation - Standard deviation from a controlled batch After completing the control process, the software generates a report, a the completed control is automatically saved in the corresponding database.
Net 50.038 g ---------Measurement Net 50.053 g ---------Measurement Net 50.030 g ---------Measurement Net 50.012 g ---------Measurement Net 50.029 g ---------Measurement Net 50.007 g ---------Measurement Net 50.008 g 5 --------------6 --------------7 --------------8 --------------9 --------------10 ------------- Number of T2- errors 0 0% Number of T1- errors 0 0% Number of T1+ errors 0 0% Number of T2+ errors 0 0% Average 50.0194 g Standard deviation 0.
27. PREPACKAGED GOODS CONTROL (mode not available in balance’s standard version) < PGC> mode operates packed goods control (single stand control or multistand control) supported by a database containing products and users. A control initiated from a balance is automatically switched of after a pre-set number of packages (samples) has been controlled. Balances may connect to E2R SYSTEM software and form a multi-stand system (network).
Start control 27.2. Control settings CAUTION: Before entering control settings the user must log in following the login procedure.
27.3. Local settings of PGC mode Local settings of < PGC> mode are available upon clicking grey-coloured information field located in a main window of PGC mode. Average tare estimation Printout mode / Enter mode (approvals) Printout Switch on/off option of avarage tare estimation before control activation. Detailed description in chapter < ADDITIONAL PARAMETERS ON WEIGHING PROCESS> 27.4. Editing product for control Go to submenu „ Database” to edit a product.
List of data defined for control: Pictogram Data Description Name Name Code Product code EAN code Product EAN code Mass Product nominal mass Tare PGC mode Batch Tare value of a product (pre-set automatically while selecting a product out of the database) Control type: Non-destructive average tare, Non-destructive empty – full, Destructive full – empty, Destructive empty – full Series of measurements for control: Non-destructive empty – full, Destructive full – empty, Destructive empty – full
• List of data for internal criteria Internal control Internal control criteria on / off Sample quantity Sample quantity value for a product Error value of marginal negative T (-T) given in unit of product nominal mass Qn. Measurements lower than value of Qn-T are regarded as valid. Error value of marginal positive T (+T) given in unit of product nominal mass Qn. Measurements higher than value of Qn+T are regarded as valid. Error value [- T] Error value [+ T] Quantity of smaple [Qn-2T] dis.
27.5. Control start procedure To start control: • a user with corresponding access level should be logged in. Caution: Logging procedure and access levels are described in chapter 8 – LOGGING. • Select appropriate product with correctly entered data, when the data is entered in regard to control • Enter weighing mode parameters into balance memory, Batch number – for identification of controlled products batch. Batch quantity – software will control specified number of samples.
• Press START located in a bottom part of a parameters settings window. Program shall proceed to the main window of product control, used for entering data. Caution: If before control: • Load has not been removed from the weighing pan or if other requirements for zeroing have not been fulfilled (e.g. unstable indication), than message <-Err 2> shall be displayed.
27.7. Aborted control restoring procedure, power loss case Program keeps records of control results continuously, this prevents loss of data (for control being in progress) in case of disconnection from mains. For power loss case the program allows to complete an aborted control upon reconnection to mains. CAUTION: The weighing pan cannot be loaded before being connected to mains again. Balance activation should be carried out when the weighing pan is empty.
Where: Product - Product name Condition value 0,25T , given in [g] Average mass of a packaging, given in [g] Standard deviation - Negative errors T1 characteristics per sample - Negative errors 2T1 characteristics per sample - Net mass of a controlled packaging - Tare of a packaging Load empty - Control status of a packaging - Command for process in progress with specified number of all packagings to be weighed Work pane in a form of graph.
Press buton to proceed to control without saving to product data the newly estimated average packaging mass. Press buton to proceed to control with saving to product data the newly estimated average packaging mass. Measurements results are analysed continuously during control, they are displayed in respective fields: Where: Bargraph product - Information on product net mass in a form of graph: green bargraph – mass within tolerance range: [-T], and [+T] of net mass.
- Nominal value of a controlled product Average mass of a controlled product Value of disqualifying average Negative errors T characteristics per sample: -9g – value of negative error T, T Max – tolerable number of negative errors T, n - actual number of negative errors T - Negative errors 2T characteristics per sample: -18g - value of negative error 2T, 2T Max - tolerable number of negative errors 2T, n - actual number of negative errors 2T - Net mass of a controlled product - Packaging tare - Control sta
• Work pane Upon pressing button measurements results: Press • the work pane takes form of a graph with button again to switch the graph off.
Press button control: to see a window with measurements performed for actual Upon control completion summary of the process is generated, control is automatically saved to database: - 155 -
Press button to print report on a printer connected to the balance. Press to get back to setting window of < PGC> mode without printing the report. Caution: For cooperation with < E2R System> summary process message shall not contain a query for report printout. All data are automatically sent to a computer program, report may be printed by means of a computer.
Where: Product Code - Controlled product name Controlled product code Controlled product nominal value Controlled product average mass Disqualifying average value - Negative errors T characteristics per sample - Negative errors 2T characteristics per sample - Net mass of controlled product - Packaging tare - Control status Load empty 1/3 - Command for process in progress - Work pane options: numerical data / graph - Abortion of a control process Upon control completion, the software generates a su
27.10. Destructive empty-full and full-empty control mode In the “destructive” control mode independently on the size of product lot over 100 pieces, the sample set by the software for testing is always 20 pieces. The other control assessing criteria are set in accordance with the regulation.
Where: Product Code - Controlled product name Controlled product code Controlled product nominal value Controlled product average mass Disqualifying negative average value Disqualifying positive average value Negative errors T characteristics per sample (according to point 30.6 of this manual) - Negative errors 2T characteristics per sample (according to point 30.
27.12. A report on determining average tare value An example of a report: Report on average tare: U/22/08/12/14/21/T ---------------------------------------Balance type PS 3Y Max capacity 1000 g Reading unit 0.001 g Balance ID 9908684 Date 2012.08.22 14:21:10 Product 1 Tare 10.0002 g 0.25 T1 0.225 g No. of measurements 10 Standard deviation 0.000632 g Result Positive Measurements 1. 9.999 g 2. 10.000 g 3. 10.000 g 4. 10.000 g 5. 10.000 g . . . 10. 10.
27.13. A report on product control An example of a report: ----- PCG Report: U/22/08/12/14/22 -------------------------------------------Balance type PS 3Y Max capacity 1000 g Reading unit 0.001 g Balance ID 9908684 Start date 2012.08.22 14:20:11 End date 2012.08.22 14:22:35 User Product 1 Batch no. 555 Nominal mas 10 g Tare 10.0002 g Value of T1 error 0.9 g Value of 2T1 error 1.8 g Value of +T1 error g Value of +2T1 error g Batch quantity 100 No. of measurements 30 No. of T1 errors 0 No.
28. MASS CONTROL (not available in standard balance version) Working mode < Mass control> enables controlling mass of a product that is automatically batched (dosed) onto the balance’s weighing pan by an automatic feeder PA-02/H that is connected to the balance. The working mode automatically controls a complete batch of tested product after determining its quantity. 28.1.
• Set batch quantity of a carried out mass control process – touch grey coloured workspace on balance’s display to open a window and select group < Settings>. Next select option < Batch quantity> for entering quantity of controlled units in a current automatic mass control process. Accept entered value by pressing key. • Set < Low limit> below the value of the smallest (lightest) controlled part.
− Standard deviation − Number of T1- errors − Number of T1_ errors On completing the measuring process for a specific batch, the balance generates a report that is printed on a printer connected to the balance, and simultaneously saved on the corresponding database. • CAUTION: Each control process can be aborted at an optional moment by pressing key on balance’s display. On pressing the process is stopped and the control is cancelled (no report is generated for an aborted control). 28.4.
− − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − Product Start date End date Batch no. Standard quantity Nominal mass Threshold T2Threshold T1Threshold T1+ Threshold T2+ Measurements Quantity of errors T2Quantity of errors T1Quantity of errors T1+ Quantity of errors T2+ Average Average [%] Standard deviation Standard deviation Standard deviation [%] Empty line Dashes Signature Non-standard printout 28.5.
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29.1. Processes carried out on databases Databases can be operated only by an authorized personnel.
The following processes can be carried out in almost any of databases: 1. Adding entry to a database < > 2. Searching for a record in a database by name < 3. Searching for a record in a database by code < > > 4. Searching for a record in a database by date< > 5. Exporting database content to a data storage device through USB port < > 6.
10. Tare 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.
29.3. Weighing records Each measurement result sent from a balance to a printer or a computer is saved in the database of weighing records (see an exception – point 10.8. – Result control). Balance user can preview data from each weighing record. Procedure: • Enter submenu < • Enter database of < (record). Databases> Weighing records> and press desired entry List of parameters for a weighing record saved in the database: 1. Measurement date 2. Measurement result 3. Tare value 4.
29.4. Clients Database of Clients contains name of Clients for whom the measurements are carried out. Procedure • Enter submenu < Databases>, and press < Clients> field • • Press < Add > key If a client already exists in the database of clients, press field with its name List of parameters defined for a client: 1. Client name 2. Client code [internal code identifying a client] 3. VAT no. [tax identification no.] 4. Address 5. Postal code 6. City 7. Discount 8.
2011.10.12 15:12:15 Caution: It is possible to use an option for searching a report on formulation. List of parameters in a report on formulation: 1. Start date 2. End date 3. Formulation 4. Sum 5. Target value 6. User 7. Client 8. Warehouse 9. Number of measurements 10. Status 29.7. Reports on density Reports from density contain data on carried out density determination processes of solids, liquids and air. Each report can be previewed, searched by name, date, code or exported and printed.
9. Standard liquid 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Result Start date End date Product User Average 8. Average limit 9. Standard deviation 10. Quantity 11. No. of measurements 12.
1. Product 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Status Date Tare S 0,25 T1 7. No. of measurements 8. User 9. Method [name of a product which packaging is checked for average tare determining process] [status (result) of a process] [date of carried out process] [determined value of packaging tare] [average standard deviation] [the value of a criterion for process result] [Number of completed measurements of tare value] [name of a user carrying out the process] [control method (internal criteria, regulated by the act)] 29.10.
29.11. Reports on pipette calibration processes Reports contain data on completed pipette calibration processes. In case of multichannel pipettes, the reports are generated for each channel separately. Each report can be previewed, searched by date, exported or printed.
• If a series already exists in the database, press field with its name to edit data that is optionally editable List of 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. parameters defined for a series: Name Code Client Samples Number of samples 29.13. A report on SQC Each completed product control is sent to a connected printer and saved in the database. Each record (control) saved in the database features its individual number assigned at the moment of control end.
13. Number of T1+ errors [Quantity of +T1 errors] 14. Number of T2+ errors [Quantity of +T2 errors] 15. A chart from control processes 16. A chart from control processes with limits 29.14. Minimal sample weight The database of minimal sample weight contains data on declared methods and minimal sample weight for a balance. Caution: Only authorized RADWAG personnel can enter new minimum sample records or make changes in minimum sample records stored in the database.
2. Code – method code 3. Description – method description 4. Next control – a field for entering expiry date of the minimum sample. 2 weeks before the expiry date the pictogram on minimum sample status displayed in the mass measuring window section is supplemented by a clock. It informs on the approaching expiry of the minimum sample. Contact RADWAG representative to carry out necessary changes in minimum sample settings. 5.
Example no. 2 a balance AS 220.3Y: No. Tare value 1 220.0000 g No. Tare value 1 0.0000 g Minimum sample Means of operation Minimum sample Means of operation 0.5000 g The minimum sample refers to all net weighments that are weighed in a packaging with optional mass from full measuring range of a balance (the button applied), as well as on weighing samples without the packaging (the button is not applied). Example no. 3 a balance AS 220.3Y: 0.
Procedure: Enter submenu < Databases> in accordance with point 27 of this user manual, • Enter < Mass Controls > database and select a desired control record.
29.16. Ambient conditions Database of ambient conditions contains parameters related to measurement of ambient conditions at a workstation. Depending on balance’s configuration, a report may contain data on temperature, humidity and value of atmospheric pressure. In case a THB ambient conditions module is connected to a balance, records from the module are also saved.
Caution: It is possible to use an option for searching a record by name or code. 29.19. Printouts Database of Printouts contains all saved NON-STANDARD printouts. Each nonstandard printout features a name, code and a so called template. Procedure • Enter submenu < Databases>, and press < Printouts> field • • Press < Add > key should a new printout be added If a non-standard printout template already exists in the database, press field with its name, and insert identifying data.
2 3 4 5 6 7 • – – – – – – cancelling key accepting key download a printout template from a file list of variables for use while designing a printout delete all printout content printout editing field Save designed printout Caution: To erase characters in a printout press Back key. To move cursor press navigating arrows. Example of Printout no. 1 – use of large editing field Balance no. 400015 Balance parameters: Max = 220 g d= 0.001 g Product name: Date: 2011.10.
29.20. Universal variables Universal Variables are a set of alphanumerical data which are combined with printouts, products or other information related to weighing. Each variable should have its name, code and value specified.
allow the user to specify which data related to measurement are to be exported. Set option and click , software will automatically export weighing database, • Upon completion a respective message, information on number of exported data and the file name (with file extension *.txt) will be displayed, next the software returns to the previous window. • • The user may return to a weighing procedure or proceed to other settings.
A created file name consists of database name and balance serial number, e.g. . • Unplug the data storage device from the USB port. • Created file template: The file is created in a form of chart, columns of which are separated with . This allows a direct export of the file to spread sheet document .
29.21.3. Delete weighments and reports Function allows to delete a given database weighments and reports. Upon activation of this function the software displays a window with a numeric keyboard. Use the keyboard to enter a date specifying which data is to be removed (data older than those specified by a date). Date is given in a following form: year-month-day. Upon confirmation of entered date all weighments and reports older than those specified by the date will be removed.
30. COMMUNICATION Menu Communication is located in a menu group Parameters. It is accessed by pressing Setup key or < Setup > quick access key. The balance enables communicating with peripheral devices through the following ports: • COM 1 (RS232), • COM 2 (RS232), • • • Wifi, Ethernet, Tcp. The ports are configured in group of parameters < Enter submenu < Communication> by pressing Communication” filed. Communication>. key, and press “ 30.1.
30.3. WiFi settings For balance equipped with WiFi module the top toolbar of the main display has a respective WiFi icon: Procedure: − Select < • • • • Wifi> communication interface, next set the parameters: DHCP IP Addresse Subnet mask Default gateway - Yes – No 10.10.9.155 255.255.255.0 10.10.8.244 Caution: Above settings serve for informative purposes only. Transmission parameters must be set with respect to local network.
Icon with a padlock, placed by a given network name requires password for the network. Press icon to search for available networks. To check selected network parameters press field, you will see a window with the respective information: The selected network and parameters for connection are stored in the balance program. The program connects to the network using the stored parameters each time the balance is activated.
31.1. Computer Active connection between a balance and a computer is signalled by visible pictogram displayed in the upper bar of the main window. Submenu < Computer> enables configuring connection settings.
advance before execution of the data printout – it is possible only for printers supplied with such option. Example balance settings for a correct cooperation (Polish diacritical signs printout) with EPSON printer connected to port RS232: 1.
User printout template {75} {76} Client printout template {85} {86} Warehouse printout template {130} {131} Packaging printout template {80} {81} {82} Ambient conditions printout template ----------- AMBIENT CONDITIONS -------------Date and time {275} Temperature of sensor 1: {value} oC Temperature of sensor 2: {value} oC Temperature THBS: {value} oC Humidity THBS: {value} % ---------------------------------Formulation printout template ----------- Formulation -------------Formulation name: {165} Nu
The balance enables communicating with a barcode scanner using the following ports: • RS 232 (COM1), • RS 232 (COM2), Offset Setting the first data carrying character of a barcode, which is the first recognized character while searching for a product. Code length Setting number of characters recognized during searching for a product. 31.4.
Caution: For correct balance’s cooperation with a transponder card reader set appropriate baud rate value in submenu < Communication> (default 9600b/s). Transponder card scanner port. The balance enables communicating with a transponder card scanner using the following ports: • RS 232 (COM1), • RS 232 (COM2).
− Use the on-screen keyboard to insert desired value of a standard, or − Select desired value of a standard using a list displayed on pressing < > key − Accept by pressing key. Caution: Balance 3Y series cooperates with an additional display WD5/3Y manufactured by RADWAG.
32. INPUTS / OUTPUTS Application of inputs: The set of inputs is used to control balance’s operation.
Application of outputs: The set of outputs is used to SIGNAL the status of measurement result. Change of logic status of the output system, e.g. from [0] to [1] takes place on meeting a requirement assigned to the output.
33. OTHER PARAMETERS This menu contains global parameters on balance operation, such as: language, date-time, beep sound, display calibration, level control. Enter submenu, by pressing key and < Other> key. 33.1. Interface language Procedure Enter submenu < Others>, press < Language> option and select language version of balance’s communication interface.
33.4. Volume The user may adjust power of the loudspeaker which is mounted in a read head: To adjust the volume: Press key, next select „ Other / Volume” option. Using on-screen keyboard enter percent value of the volume. 100% is the highest volume, 0% the lowest (loudspeaker off). 33.5. Sleep mode The user has the sleep mode at his disposal, thus he can turn off the display. In order to enter the sleep mode: • press key, next press: „ Others / Sleep mode”.
• Use finger or a thin (but not sharp edged) and soft stylus to press and hold a display area occupied by a cross. After pressing the fifth cross in sequence, accept the changes by pressing key. Caution: The process can be aborted by pressing Esc key on an external keyboard connected to the balance’s terminal. 33.8. Level control Balance 3Y series features an Automatic Level Control system. In case of nonverified instruments, the operation of Automatic Level Control system is user defined.
33.10. Proximity sensors delay Parameter for setting delay of proximity sensors, it is expressed in [ms]. By default the value is set to <0>. When using option of motion recognition the user must remember about setting parameter to value <500ms> Procedure: a) Go to < Other> submenu. b) Select parameterand wait for a dialog window with an on-screen keyboard to open. c) Enter value <500>. d) Confirm. The program returns to menu window. 33.11.
ambient conditions at a workstation. The function provides a user with data on the best possible balance settings for obtaining the highest measurement repeatability and the shortest measurement time with acceptable value of repeatability. Test results are not stored in balance’s memory. Exiting function causes erasing the test results. Additionally the function enables: • Printing test results on printers available in the system and selecting the most optimum parameters from the balance’s option level.
. Filter Value release Repeatability Stabilization time Very slow Reliable 0.0207 g 5.015 s Signature ........................................ PROCEDURE: On function activation, the software initiates the process automatically. The display indicates progress of the process course. On completing the process, the software displays a summary and marked values of currently set filter values. The report can be printed. Caution: Exiting the reporting window causes erasing the test results.
Example of a report: ..................................................... --------- Autotest GLP: Report -----Balance type PS 3Y Balance ID 400010 User Admin Software rev. L0.0.21 S Date 2012.01.16 Time 09:17:16 ---------------------------------------Number of measurements 10 Reading unit 0.001/0.01 g Internal weight mass 1402.094 g Filter Average Value release Fast & Reliable ---------------------------------------Deviation for Max. -0.118 g Repeatability 0.0088 g Signature ...............................
33.12. Start logo Caution: Option enabled only for authorized balance operators. The parameter enables changing a logo that appears on the balance display on a start-up procedure. 33.13. Export of system events Caution: Option enabled only for authorized balance operators. The parameter enables generating a special type of a file that is automatically saved on option enabling on a data storage device plugged to balance’s USB port.
34. UPDATE The function contains two modules which enable updating: o Area of a user: SOFTWARE o Metrological parameters: WEIGHING MODULE. Updating process takes place automatically by loading data from a data storage device connected to balance’s USB port. Procedure o Prepare a data storage device with update file. Required file extension: *.
36. MOVIES Option activating instructional movie explaining how to operate balance functions. To view the movie go to parameter group, select the demanded file and press to watch the movie stored in the balance memory. The program plays *.wmv files. parameter group allows the user to add/delete movies from the balance memory. To add a movie the user has to: 1. Save the movie on a memory stick, 2. Plug the memory stick to USB port of balance head, 3. Enter parameter group, 4. 5.
To play the movie the user has to: 1. Save the movie to the balance memory (see instruction above) 2. Enter parameter group 3. Press the name of a movie to be watched The movie starts automatically. Functions available for playback are as follows: Play/ Pause playing Stop playing Increase/decrease the volume (volum power adjusted, for settings go to OTHER parameters group).
37. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL General information A. A character based communication protocol balance-terminal is designed for establishing communication between a RADWAG balance and a peripheral devices via RS 232 interface. B. It consists of commands sent from a peripheral device to the balance and responses from the balance.. C. Responses are sent from the balance on each receipt of a command as a reaction for a specific command. D.
SS Result release IC Internal calibration IC1 Lock automatic internal adjustment IC0 Unlock automatic internal adjustment NB Give balance factory number K1 Lock balance keyboard K0 Unlock balance keyboard BP Start BEEP signal OMI List available working modes OMS Set working mode OMG Give current working mode PC Send all implemented commands Caution: 1. Each command must end with CR LF characters; 37.2.
Format: Z CR LF Accessible responses: Z_A CR LF - command understood and in progress Z_D CR LF - command carried out Z_A CR LF - command understood and in progress Z_^ CR LF - command understood but zeroing range exceeded Z_A CR LF - command understood and in progress Z_E CR LF - time limit exceeded while waiting for stable measurement result Z_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment Tare the balance Format: T CR LF Accessible responses: T_A CR LF - command understood and in progress
Send stable measurement result in basic measuring unit Format: S CR LF Accessible responses: S_A CR LF - command understood and in progress S_E CR LF - time limit exceeded while waiting for stable measurement result S_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment S_A CR LF - command understood and in progress MASS FRAME - response is mass value in basic measuring unit Frame format: 1 2-3 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability S space space character mass space unit CR LF marker Example: S
MASS FRAME „P1” CR LF MASS FRAME „P2” CR LF - immediate response of mass value in basic measuring unit from all weighing platforms Frame format with mass from each weighing platform: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability P n space space character mass space unit CR LF marker Where: n - weighing platform number mass - 9 characters with right justification unit - 3 characters with left justification Example: In case there are two weighing platforms.
MASS FORMAT - mass value in current measuring unit is returned immediately Frame format 1 2 3 S U I 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability space sign mass space unit CR LF Example: S U I CR LF – command from a computer S U I ? _ - _ _ _ 5 8 .
Format: CU0 CR LF Accessible responses: CU0_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment CU0_A CR LF - command understood and in progress Set low checkweighing threshold LO Format: DH_XXXXX CR LF, where XXXXX – mass format Accessible responses: DH_OK CR LF - command carried out ES CR LF - command not recognized (incorrect mass format) Set high checkweighing threshold HI Format: UH_XXXXX CR LF, where XXXXX – mass format Accessible responses: UH_OK CR LF - command carried out ES CR LF - co
Accessible responses: SM_OK CR LF - command carried out SM_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment (e.g.: other working mode, not PARTS COUNTING) ES CR LF - command not recognized (incorrect mass format) Set target mass value (e.g. for DOSING) Format: TV_XXXXX CR LF, where: _ - space, XXXXX – mass format Accessible responses: TV_OK CR LF - command carried out TV_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment (e.g.
LOGIN ERRROR CR LF ES CR LF - command understood, an error in PROFILE name, log in failed - command not recognized (error in format) The result release Format: SS CR LF Accessible responses: SS_OK CR LF - command understood, realization in progress The command simulates pressing PRINT button on an overlay, according to settings selected for result release.
Format: NB CR LF Accessible responses: NB_A_”x” CR LF - command understood, balance factory number is given in response NB_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment x – balance factory number (in between inverted comas) Example Command: NB CR LF – give balance factory number Response: NB_A_”1234567” – balance factory number – ”1234567” Lock balance keyboard Format: K1 CR LF Accessible responses: K1_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment K1_OK CR LF - command comp
Command: BP_350 – turn BEEP signal for 350 ms Response: BP_OK – BEEP on Caution! – BEEP signal activated by BP command gets aborted if it is activated by means of other devices: keyboard, touch panel, proximity sensors.
Response: OMI – available working modes are given 2_” Parts counting” number + name 4_” Dosing” 12_”Checkweighing” OK – command completed Example2 Command: OMI Response: OMI 2 4 12 OK – give available working modes – available working modes are given (mode number) – command completed OMS - Set working mode Command sets current working mode of a balance.
n – parameter, decimal value specifying working mode number. See OMI command description for detailed information. Example Command: OMG Response: OMG_13_OK – give current working mode – the device currently operates in Statistics mode Send all implemented commands Format: PC CR LF Accessible response: PC_A_”Z,T,S,SI,SIA,SU,SUI,C1,C0,CU1,CU0,DH,ODH,UH,OUH,OT,UT, LOGIN,LOGOUT,PC" – command carried out, terminal has sent all implemented commands. 37.3.
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38. CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES Balances 3Y series can cooperate with the following peripheral devices: • Computer, • Receipt printer: KAFKA, EPSON, • PCL printer PCL, • Additional display, • Barcode scanner, • An optional peripheral device operating in communication protocol ASCII. 39. DIAGRAMS OF CONNECTING CABLES Caution: Cable „Balance – Ethernet” is a regular network cable with slot jest RJ45 on both ends.
Cable: IN / OUT 40. ERROR MESSAGES Err2 Err3 Err8 -NULL-FULL-LH-no level-Err 100In process HI Value beyond zero range, Value beyond tare range, Tarring / Zeroing operation time exceeded, Zero value from converter, Measurement range (Max.
41. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Type Name P0136 RS232 cable for KAFKA printer P0151 RS232 cable for EPSON printer KAFKA Thermal printer EPSON Dot matrix printer CITIZEN Label printer PCL printer WD- xx Additional display in plastic housing CK-01 Transponder card scanner LS2208 Barcode scanner AP2-1 Power loop output SAL Anti-vibration bench for laboratory balances PC keyboard Computer software: • „LABEL EDITOR”, • „PW-WIN”, • „RAD-KEY”.
42. APPENDIX A – Variables for printouts 42.1. List of variables Caution: Each of defined variables must be contained in braces: {x}, where x – stands for variable number.
{30} Gross value {31} Weighing platform no. {32} Factory no.
{76} User: Code {77} User: Access level {80} Packaging: Name {81} Packaging: Code {82} Packaging: Mass {85} Client: Name {86} Client: Code {87} Client: VAT no.
{121}2) Average Tare Report: Result {122}2) Average Tare Report: Standard deviation {123}2) Average Tare Report: 0,25T1 {124}2) Average Tare Report: Number of measurements 2) {125} Average Tare Report: Measurements {126}2) Average Tare Report: Report no.
{181} Report on formulation: Status {182} Report on formulation: Measurements {188} Ingredient: Target mass {189} Ingredient: Difference {190} 2) Comparator: Report no. {191} 2) Comparator: Start date {192} 2) Comparator: End date {193} 2) Comparator: Order no. {194} 2) Comparator: Tested standard no.
{220} 2) Mass control: Start date {221} 2) Mass control: End date {222} 2) Mass control: Lot no. {223} 2) Mass control: Average {224} 2) Mass control: Standard deviation {225} 2) Mass control: Standard quantity {226} 2) Mass control: Measurements {227} 2) Mass control: Report no.
{266} Density: Mass of steel standard {267} Density: Mass of aluminum standard {268} Density: Density of steel standard {269} Density: Density of aluminum standard {275} Ambient conditions report: Date and time {276} Ambient conditions report: Temperature THB {277} Ambient conditions report: Humidity THB {278} Ambient conditions report: Temperature 1 {279} Ambient conditions report: Temperature 2 {280} Ambient conditions report: Pressure THB {281} Ambient conditions report: Air density
{315} Pipettes: Minimal volume {316} Pipettes: Number of channels {317} Pipettes: Type {318} Pipettes: Type of volume {319} Pipettes: Tested volumes {325} Pipette calibration report: Serial no.
{359} Sample: Humidity {360} Sample: Pressure {361} Sample no.
{410} SQC : Mean {411} SQC : Standard deviation {412} SQC : MIN {413} {414} SQC : MAX SQC : Difference {415} SQC : Measurements {416} SQC : Mean [%] {417} SQC : Standard deviation [%] {418} SQC : Number of T2- errors {419} SQC : Number of T1- errors {420} SQC : Number of T1+ errors {421} {422} SQC : Number of T2+ errors {423} SQC : T1- limit {424} SQC : T1+ limit {425} SQC : T2+ limit {426} SQC : Value of T2- error {427} SQC : Value of T1- error {428} SQC : Value of T1+ erro
Formatting types: • Variables with left justification, • Variables with right justification, • Determining number of characters for printing / displaying, • Determining number of decimal places for numerical variables, • Converting the format of date and hour, • Converting numerical variables into a code type EAN13, • Converting numerical variables and date into a code type EAN128.
recognized as text date in format: year : month : day. Should “\” be used in literal meaning, insert: \\; Application list of formatted variables: CODE DESCRIPTION {7:V6.3} Net mass in EAN 13 code (6-character code) {7:V7.3} Net mass in EAN 13 code (7-character code) {27:V6.3} Net value in EAN 13 code (6-character code) {27:V7.3} Net value in EAN 13 code (7-character code) {7:T6.3} Net mass in EAN 128 code {8:T6.3} Gross mass in EAN 128 code {55:T6.
44. APPENDINX E - Settings of ZEBRA printers Baud rate Parity control Bits Stop bits – – – – 9600b/sec none 8bit 1 bit Data on a printout from a printer regarding RS 232: Serial port : 96, N, 8, 1 Means of activating an information (test) printout and carrying out changes in printer’s settings is specified in a user manual of ZEBRA printers. 45. APPENDIX F – Communication with barcode scanners 1.
Barcode with required prefix and suffix in hexadecimal format 01 30 30 32 31 30 31 32 36 0D Barcode without Code required –fixes type in ASCII format 00210126 EAN-8 0123456789 KOD 2 Z 5 CODE 39 TEST CODE 39 01 31 31 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 31 0D 1101234567891 EAN-13 01 43 6F 64 65 20 31 32 38 20 54 65 73 74 0D CODE 128 Test CODE 128 01 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 0D 01 43 4F 44 45 20 33 39 20 54 45 53 54 0D 46.
» Non-standard printout Adjustment history No / Yes Displays a report on completed external adjustments Databases − Products − Weighing records − Clients − Formulation − Reports from formulas − Reports from density − Controls − Average tares − Pipettes − Pipette calibration reports − Series − Ambient conditions − Packages − Warehouses − Printouts − Universal variables − Delete data older than − Export database of weighing records to file Communication Description Value COM 1 » Baud rate 9600 » Data
» Default gate 192.168.0.
» Input 2 Selection » Input 3 Selection » Input 4 Selection » Output 1 Selection » Output 2 Selection » Output 3 Selection » Output 4 Selection Outputs Access level Description Value Anonymous user » Guest Selection » User Selection » Advanced user Selection » Administrator Selection » Guest Selection » User Selection » Advanced user Selection » Administrator Selection » Guest Selection » User Selection » Advanced user Selection » Administrator Selection Date and tim
Others Description Value Language Selection Date and time Settings Beep Selection Touch panel calibration Function Level control Selection Autotest Selection User manual no.
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