English Quick Guide MS-TS Precision and Analytical Balances
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1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing a METTLER TOLEDO balance. The precision and analytical balances of the MS-TS line combine a large number of weighing possibilities with easy operation.
These operating instructions apply to all balance models of the MS-TS line and are based on the initially installed firmware (software) version V 3.30.
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More detailed information is in the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM.
1.1
Conventions and symbols used in these operating instructions
Key and button designations are indicated by a picture or text in square brackets (e.g. [ ]).
These symbols indicate an instruction:
§ prerequisites
1 steps
2 ...
ð results
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2 Safety Information
2.1
Definition of signal warnings and symbols
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results.
WARNING for a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in severe injuries or death if not avoided.
CAUTION
Attention
Note for a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the device or the property or in loss of data, or minor or medium injuries if not avoided.
(no symbol) for important information about the product.
(no symbol) for useful information about the product.
General hazard Electrical shock
2.2
Product safety information
Intended use
Your balance is used for weighing. Use the balance exclusively for this purpose. Any other type of use and operation beyond the limits of technical specifications without written consent from Mettler-Toledo AG, is considered as not intended.
It is not permitted to use the instrument in explosive atmosphere of gases, steam, fog, dust and flammable dust (hazardous environments).
General safety information
This balance complies with current industry standards and the recognized safety regulations; however, it can constitute a hazard in use. Do not open the balance housing: The balance contains no user-serviceable parts. In the event of problems, please contact a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
Always operate and use your instrument only in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual. The instructions for setting up your new instrument must be strictly observed.
If the instrument is not used according to these Operating Instructions, protection of the instrument may be impaired and METTLER TOLEDO assumes no liability.
Staff safety
These operating instructions must be read and understood before using the balance. These operating instructions must be retained for future reference.
The balance must not be altered or modified in any way. Only use METTLER TOLEDO original spare parts and accessories.
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Safety notes
CAUTION
Damage to the balance a) Only use indoors in dry locations.
b) Do not use pointed objects to operate the touch screen!
The balance is of a very sturdy design, but is still a precision instrument. It must be handled with care.
c) Do not open the balance:
The balance contains no user-serviceable parts. In the event of problems, please contact a
METTLER TOLEDO representative.
d) Only use METTLER TOLEDO original accessories and peripheral devices for the balance.
These are specifically designed for the balance.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
Use only the original universal AC/DC adapter delivered with your balance, and check that the voltage printed on it is the same as your local power supply voltage. Only plug the adapter into a socket which is grounded.
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3 Design and Function
3.1
Components
0.1 g
5
7
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1 2 10
9
0.01 g
5
7
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1 2 10
3
3
7
5
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Capacitive color TFT touch screen
Operation keys
Glass draft shield 3
4
6
7
8
Handle for operation of the draft shield door
Weighing pan
Draft ring element
Level indicator
Kensington slot for anti-theft purposes
9 Safety feet (0.01 g and 0.1 g models)
10 Leveling foot
11 USB Device connection
12 RS232C serial interface
13 Socket for AC/DC adapter
14 USB Host connection
15 Product label
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3.2
Terminal keys
1 2 3 4 5
No.
Key
1
Name
ON/OFF
Explanation
To switch the instrument on or off.
4
5
2
3
Capacitive color TFT touch screen
Tare
Zero
Home
General navigation
To tare the balance.
To zero the balance.
To return from any menu level, or other window to the application home screen.
3.3
User Interface
The screen is a capacitive color TFT touch screen. The screen not only displays information, it also allows the user to enter commands by tapping on certain areas on its surface. You can choose the information displayed on the screen, change balance settings or perform certain operations on the instrument.
Only those elements which are available for the current dialog appear on the display.
CAUTION
Do not touch the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects!
This may damage the touch screen.
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3.3.1
Application home screen
The application home screen appears after the startup of the instrument. It always shows the last application that was being used before the balance was switched off. The application home screen is the main screen of the balance, from where every function can be accessed. You can always return to the application home screen by pressing on the home button [ ] in the lower right corner of the screen.
Prepare adjustment weight and start
Information and work bars
Name
1 Weighing information bar
2 Work title bar
3 Value bar
4 Main navigation
Information fields
Name
5 Weighing-in aid
Explanation
Shows the weighing-in aid and general balance information.
Shows information about the current activity.
Shows information about the current weighing process.
Work-related functions.
6 Short balance information
7 Weighing value field
8 Coach text field
Explanation
A dynamic graphic indicator shows the used amount of the total weighing range.
Readability and capacity of the balance.*
Shows the value of the current weighing process.
Shows instructions for the current weighing process.
* For approved balances: Min (minimum capacity) and e (Verification scale interval) are shown in the left upper corner.
Action buttons
Name
9 Main activity configuration
10 Detailed balance Information
11 Weighing unit
12 Activities
13 Print
14 Settings/Preferences
15 Status information field
Explanation
To configure the current application (e.g. Weighing).
Shows detailed technical data about the balance.
Shows the unit of the current weighing process.
To open the activities selection.
To print out results and/or settings (printer required).
To configure settings/preferences.
Shows information about the system status.
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3.3.2
Input Dialogs
3.3.2.1
Entering Characters and Numbers
The keyboard dialog allows the user to enter characters including letters, numbers and a variety of special characters.
ID - Label
0…16 characters
Name
1 Input field
2 Switch
3 Discard
4 Delete all
5 Page indicator
6 Delete
7 Confirm
8 Shift
9 Specialized tabs
10 Explanation field
Explanation
Shows the characters that have been entered.
If a switch appears on the right side in the content title bar, it must be switched on in order to enter a value.
To discard the entered data and to exit the dialog.
To delete all entered characters.
To navigate when the dialog consists of several steps.
To delete the last entered character.
To confirm the data entered.
To switch between lower or upper case letters.
To switch the keyboard mode for entering letters, numbers or special characters.
Extra information about the value to enter (e.g. the maximum number of characters available).
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3.3.2.2
Changing the date and time
The dialog (Picker view) allows the user to set the date and time.
Time
Name
1 Change date/time format
2 Pick button
3 Picker field
4 Pick button
5 Selection tabs
Explanation
Various date/time formats can be chosen.
Increment
Shows the defined time/date.
Decrement
Tabs of the selectable sub-categories
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3.3.3
Lists and tables
Basic elements of a simple list include a content title and a list of sub-elements. Tapping on an element opens a list of sub-elements or an input dialog.
General configuration and data
Weighing options
Weighing mode, autozero, MinWeigh and more
Publishing
Print and output options
Devices and connectivity
Printers, PC, barcode readers and other devices
System settings
Sleep mode, notifications, reset and more
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6
3
4
1
2
Name
List title
Back button
List element title
List element description
Scroll position
Selection tabs
Explanation
Title of the current list
To go one step back.
Title of the list element
Shows the sub-elements.
The list can be scrolled.
Tabs of the selectable sub-categories.
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4 Installation and Putting into Operation
This section describes how to put the new instrument into operation.
4.1
Scope of delivery
Components
Draft shield
Weighing pan
236 mm
168 mm
Ø 90 mm
127 x 127 mm
170 x 200 mm
190 x 226 mm
Draft shield element
Pan support
Bottom plate
ESD plate
Protective cover
Universal AC/DC adapter (country-specific)
AC/DC adapter (without power cable)
Operating instructions printed or on CD-ROM (countryspecific)
Quick guide
EC declaration of conformity
0.1 mg
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1 mg
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–
–
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–
–
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0.01 g
–
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0.1 g
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–
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4.2
Installing the components
Balances with readability of 0.1 mg and draft shield
(236 mm)
Place the following components on the balance in the specified order:
Note
Push the side glass back as far as it will go and hold the draft shield (1) with both hands on the bars at the top.
1 Turn draft shield lock (2) to position (unlock).
2 Place draft shield on the balance.
3 Turn draft shield lock to (lock) and place bottom plate (3).
4 Place draft ring element (4) and weighing pan (6) with pan support (5).
Note
For cleaning the draft shield see section Cleaning the glass draft shield (0.1 mg and 1 mg models) [ } 27].
Balances with readability of 1 mg and draft shield
(168 mm)
Place the following components on the balance in the specified order:
Note: Push the side glass back as far as it will go and hold the draft shield (1) with both hands on the bars at the top.
1 Turn draft shield lock (2) to position (unlock).
2 Place draft shield on the balance.
3 Turn draft shield lock to (lock) and place bottom plate (3).
4 Place weighing pan (5) with pan support (4).
Note
For cleaning the draft shield see section Cleaning the glass draft shield (0.1 mg and 1 mg models) [ } 27].
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Balances with readability of 0.01 g
Place the following components on the balance in the specified order:
• ESD plate (1)
• Pan support (2)
• Weighing pan (3)
• Draft ring element (4)
Balances with readability of 0.1 g
Place the following components on the balance in the specified order:
• ESD plate (1)
• Pan support (2)
• Weighing pan (3)
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4.3
Selecting the location
Your balance is a sensitive precision instrument; the location where it is placed will have a profound effect on the repeatability and accuracy of weighing results. Chose a stable surface that is as horizontal as possible. The surface must be able to safety carry the weight of a fully loaded balance.
Observe ambient conditions (see Technical Data).
Avoid the following:
• Direct sunlight
• Air drafts (e.g. from fans or air conditioners)
• Temperature fluctuations
• Vibrations
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4.4
Connecting the instrument
The balance is supplied with a country-specific AC/DC adapter or with a country-specific power cable. The power supply is suitable for all line voltages in the range: 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. For detailed specifications, see the section Technical Data.
CAUTION
Allow the balance to warm up for 30 minutes (0.1 mg models need 60 minutes) to adapt itself to the ambient conditions.
Connect the AC/DC adapter to the connection socket on the back of your balance and to the power line.
Attention
• Check if the local power supply falls within this range. If this is not the case, under no circumstances connect the AC/DC adapter to the power supply, but contact a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
• The power plug must be accessible at all times.
• Prior to use, check the power cable for damage.
• Route the cable in such a way that it cannot be damaged or cause a hindrance when working.
• Ensure that no liquid ever comes into contact with the AC/DC adapter.
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4.5
Leveling the balance
Exact horizontal positioning and stable installation are prerequisites for repeatable and accurate weighing results.
Note
To compensate for small irregularities or inclinations (±2 %), the instrument must be leveled and adjusted each time it is moved to a new location.
The balance can be levelled with the leveling assistant and/or with the level indicator on top of the terminal. There are two adjustable leveling feet to compensate for slight irregularities in the surface of the weighing bench.
4.5.1
Leveling the balance with the level indicator
All balances have a level indicator with an air bubble to level the balance manually.
Leveling balances with readability of 0.1 mg and 1 mg
Adjust the two leveling feet until the bubble comes to rest exactly in the middle of the glass:
Air bubble at
Air bubble at
"12 o'clock"
"3 o'clock" turn both feet clockwise.
turn left foot clockwise, right foot counterclockwise.
Air bubble at
Air bubble at
"6 o'clock"
"9 o'clock" turn both feet counterclockwise.
turn left foot counterclockwise, right foot clockwise.
Leveling balances with readability of 0.01 g and 0.1 g
1 Remove the clamps (A) for the safety feet by turning them outwards.
2 Turn the clamps (A) outwards as far as they will go (~ 90°), so that the safety feet can move freely.
3 Now level the balance by turning both leveling screws (B) until the bubble is in the inner circle of the level indicator (see procedure above).
4 Secure the safety feet by turning the clamps (A) inwards as far as they will go.
A
B
A
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4.5.2
Leveling the balance using the leveling assistant
When the balance is switched on at its new location, the symbol The instrument is out of level appears in the status information field at the left side of the screen.
1 Tap on [ ].
ð The screen Notifications opens.
2 Select The instrument is out of level.
ð The function Leveling assistant opens.
The function Leveling assistant is a step-by-step guidance that helps in leveling the balance.
Navigation: [ ] Quick settings/Preferences > [ ] Leveling assistant
The instrument is out of level
Turn leveling feet as indicated until the air bubble is in the center of the level indicator.
After following the instructions, the leveling assistant will show the next steps. Follow the steps until the balance is levelled.
Note
Always use the physical air bubble of the level indicator as a reference.
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4.6
Transporting the balance
Switch off the balance and remove the power cable and any interface cable from the balance. Refer to the notes in
section Selecting the location [ } 14] regarding the choice of an optimal location.
Transporting over short distances
CAUTION
For balances with a draft shield:
Never lift the balance by its glass draft shield. The draft shield is not sufficiently fastened to the balance.
Transporting over long distances
CAUTION
If you would like to transport or ship your balance over long distances, use the complete original
packaging.
4.7
General requirements
4.7.1
Warming up the balance
Before working with the balance, it must be warmed up in order to obtain accurate weighing results. To reach operating temperature, the balance must be connected to the power supply for at least:
• 30 minutes for balances with a readability of 1 mg (0.01 ct) to 5 g.
• 60 minutes for balances with a readability of 0.1 mg (0.001 ct) and higher.
4.7.2
Adjusting the balance
To obtain accurate weighing results, the balance must be adjusted to match the gravitational acceleration at its location and depending on the ambient conditions. After reaching the operation temperature, an adjustment is necessary in the following cases:
• Before the balance is used for the first time.
• When the balance (readability of 0.1 mg) was disconnected from the power or in case of power failure.
• After a change of location and after the warming-up phase.
• At regular intervals during weighing service.
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5 Weighing Made Simple
This section describes how to perform a simple weighing. In addition, the basic concept of the navigation and the basic functions of the balance are explained.
5.1
Switching on the balance
Switching on the balance for the first time
1 Remove any load from the weighing pan.
2 Connect the balance using the AC/DC adapter to the mains.
ð After the start screen has disappeared, the balance starts with the application home screen.
After the balance has switched on for the first time, it can be switched on by pressing long on [ ].
Note
When the balance is switched on for the first time, the home screen of the application Weighing opens. If the balance is switched on again, it always starts with the home screen of the application that was last used before switching off.
5.2
Switching off the balance
1 Press on [ ] and hold until the dialog Switch-off appears.
2 Tap on [ ].
ð the balance switches off and goes into standby mode.
Note
• After switching on from standby mode, the balance needs no warm-up time and is immediately ready for weighing.
• If the balance has been switched off after a preselected time, the display is dimly lit and shows the time and the date.
• If the balance has been switched off manually, the display is off.
To completely switch off the balance, it must be disconnected from the power supply.
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5.3
Main settings and activities at a glance
The diagram below provides an overview of the main settings of an application (in this example, Weighing).
Depending on the application, the selectable options and their content can differ. Every application is based on this concept.
Application main configuration Balance information
General settings Activities
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5.4
Navigation on the touch screen
To interact with the balance, use the screen and the operating keys at the bottom of the screen. The navigation on the screen is similar to the navigation on a smart phone or tablet PC.
5.4.1
Opening an application
To open settings or applications, tap with your finger on the symbol of the application (e.g. [ ] Weighing).
Activities - Weighing and other applications
Totaling Percent weighing
Dynamic weighing
Check weighing
Factor weighing
5.4.2
Scrolling
When the options are too numerous to be shown on one screen, a blue bar on the right side appears. This means that the user can scroll up and down. For scrolling, simply place your finger somewhere in the list and drag it up or down.
Quick settings/Preferences
Date and Time
Brightness
Sound
Language
ON (3 of 3 beeps)
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5.4.3
Using shortcuts
To simplify navigation on the capacitive color TFT touch screen, there are a few shortcuts that allow quick access to the most important areas of the balance. The weighing value field on the application home screen for example works as a shortcut (see diagram below), so does the weighing unit next to the weighing value field. Depending on the application, there may be other shortcuts that can be used.
Note
Every setting that can be changed directly via shortcut, can also be changed in the main configuration settings of the application.
5.5
Performing a simple weighing
When you switch on the balance for the first time, the home screen of the application Weighing opens automatically. If the balance was used already, the last used application before the balance was switched off opens. If another application is running, switch to the application Weighing.
Navigation:
[ ] > Activities - Weighing and other applications > [ ] Weighing
1 Press [ ] to zero the balance or [
ð The initial screen looks like this:
] to tare the balance.
2 Place a sample on the weighing pan.
ð The unstability symbol appears and the value in the weighing value field becomes light blue.
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ð After a short period of time, the weighing pan is stable. The unstability symbol disappears and the value in the weighing value field becomes dark blue again.
ð The weighing process is finished. The result appears on the screen.
5.6
Switching the weighing unit
There are several weighing units available. The default value is country-specific.
The weighing unit can be chosen via the main configuration of the current application or via shortcut. This example describes how to change the weighing unit via shortcut.
1 Tap on the weighing process unit (shortcut) gram (g).
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ð the screen Main unit opens.
2 Put your finger somewhere in the list and drag up to scroll down.
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Main unit g (Default)
3 Choose another weighing unit (e.g. ounce (oz)) by tapping on it.
4 Tap on [ ] to confirm the chosen weighing unit.
ð The weighing unit gram (g) has been changed to ounce (oz).
Note
With approved balances, this menu topic has a fixed setting and cannot be changed.
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5.7
Changing the resolution
There are several resolutions available. The default resolution is instrument-specific.
The resolution can be changed as follows:
1 Tap on the weighing value field.
2 Tap on 10d - 0.001 g.
3 Confirm the chosen resolution by tapping on [ ].
Resolution
1d - 0.0001 g (Default)
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ð The resolution has been changed.
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5.8
Zeroing
1 Unload the balance.
2 Press [ ] to set the balance to zero.
All weight values are measured in relation to the zero point.
Note
Press [ ] before starting the weighing process.
5.9
Taring
1 Tap on [ ] to set the balance to zero.
2 Place the empty container on the balance.
ð The weight is displayed.
3 Press [ ] to tare the balance.
ð The status information field shows Net and the weighing value field shows 0.000 g.
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6 Maintenance
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
– The instrument must be disconnected from the power supply, before cleaning or other maintenance work to be performed.
– Use only the power cord from METTLER TOLEDO, if it needs replacing.
Please observe the following notes:
Note
On no account use cleaning agents which contain solvents or abrasive ingredients, as this can result in damage to the touch screen.
6.1
Cleaning the glass draft shield (0.1 mg and 1 mg models)
Remove the following parts:
1 Remove weighing pan, draft shield element and pan support.
2 Remove the bottom plate.
3 Unlock the draft shield, lift it off the balance and place it on a clean surface.
B
C
A
1 Push the glass doors (A) back.
2 Turn the two lock covers (B) on the front as far as they will go.
1 Tilt the front glass (C) forward.
2 Remove the front glass.
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Pull the top glass door (D) out from the front.
F
E
Lift the side glass doors (E) at (F) and pull them out from the front.
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H
G
Push the lock button (G) to release the rear
glass.
Remove the rear glass (H).
1 Turn the draft shield lock to the (Service) position.
2 Remove the draft shield lock.
After cleaning reinstall all components in the reverse order. For balance mounting see section Installing the components [ } 13].
6.2
Disposal
In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of in domestic waste. This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting point specified for electrical and electronic equipment. If you have any questions, please contact the responsible authority or the distributor from which you purchased this device. Should this device be passed on to other parties (for private or professional use), the content of this regulation must also be related.
Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection.
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7 Technical Data
7.1
General data
Power supply for 0.1 mg balances
• AC adapter
• Cable for AC adapter
• Balance power supply
Primary: 100 – 240 V AC, -15%/+10%, 50/60 Hz
Secondary: 12 V DC ±3%, 2.5 A (with electronic overload protection)
3-core, with country-specific plug
12 V DC ±3%, 2.25 A, maximum ripple: 80 mVpp
Power supply for all other balances
• AC/DC Adapter
• Balance power supply
Primary: 100 V–240 V, ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A
Secondary: 12 V DC, 0.84 A (with electronic overload protection)
12 V DC, 0.84 A
Use only with a tested AC Adapter with SELV output current.
Ensure correct polarity
Protection and standards
• Overvoltage category
• Degree of pollution
• Degree of protection
• Standards for safety and EMC
• Range of application
Environmental conditions
• Height above mean sea level
• Ambient temperature range
• Relative air humidity
• Warm-up time
II
2
Protected against dust and water
See Declaration of Conformity
For use only in enclosed interior rooms up to 4000 m
10 to 30 °C
10% up to 80% at 31 °C, linearly decreasing to 50% at 40 °C, noncondensing
After connecting the balance to the power supply at least
• 30 minutes on balances with a readability of 0.001 g (0.01 ct) to 5 g.
• 60 minutes on balances with a readability of 0.1 mg (0.001 ct) and better.
Materials
• Housing
• Weighing pan
• Draft shield element
• Draft shield
• In-use-cover
Die-cast aluminum, lacquered
Stainless steel X2CrNiMo 17-12-2 (1.4404)
245 x 351 mm: Stainless steel X5CrNiMo 18-10 (1.4301) with 0.1 mg models: Stainless steel X2CrNiMo 17-12-2 (1.4404) with 10 mg models: Plastic (PBT)
Plastic (PBT), glass
Plastic (PET)
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Mettler-Toledo AG, Laboratory Weighing
CH-8606 Greifensee, Switzerland
Tel. +41 (0)44 944 22 11
Fax +41 (0)44 944 30 60 www.mt.com
Subject to technical changes.
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