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A&D GF-300
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GF SERIES
GF-200/GF-300/GF-400/GF-600/GF-800/GF-1000
GF-1200/GF-2000/GF-3000/GF-4000/GF-6100
GF-6000/GF-8000
Precision Balance
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1WMPD4000209C

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • H
    Heidi JacksonAug 19, 2025
    What to do if A&D GF-300 show overload error?
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      James RobertsAug 19, 2025
      If the A&D Scales display shows an overload error, it means that the sample placed on the pan exceeds the weighing capacity. Remove the sample from the pan.
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    Jason HaynesAug 21, 2025
    How to fix stability error on A&D GF-300 Scales?
    • D
      Destiny KelleyAug 21, 2025
      If your A&D Scales show a stability error, it indicates that the balance cannot stabilize due to an environmental issue. Try to prevent vibration, drafts, temperature changes, static electricity, and magnetic fields.
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    Matthew MaynardAug 23, 2025
    What does internal error mean on A&D Scales?
    • D
      deborahmunozAug 23, 2025
      If the A&D Scales are showing an internal error, it indicates an issue found during the self-check function. Repair is required, so contact your local A&D dealer.
  • D
    Danielle ReyesAug 26, 2025
    How to resolve communications error on A&D GF-300 Scales?
    • D
      David KennedyAug 26, 2025
      If you receive a communications error on your A&D Scales, it means a protocol error occurred during communication. Double-check the format, baud rate, and parity settings.
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    wwilliamsAug 27, 2025
    What to do if A&D GF-300 memory is full?
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      Marcus MooreAug 27, 2025
      If the A&D Scales display a 'Memory full' error, it signifies that the weighing data has reached its maximum capacity. To store new data, you must delete existing data from the memory.
  • S
    Suzanne BarnesAug 30, 2025
    How to fix format error on A&D GF-300 Scales?
    • J
      Julie DodsonAug 30, 2025
      If the A&D Scales display a 'Format error', it means a command includes incorrect data. Check the command and correct any errors.
  • T
    Tiffany GarciaSep 1, 2025
    What does timeout error mean on A&D Scales?
    • D
      Dr. Lance PowellSep 1, 2025
      If the A&D Scales show a 'Timeout error', it means the balance didn't receive the next character of a command in the one-second time limit. Check the communication setup.
  • J
    Jacqueline KellySep 3, 2025
    How to resolve undefined command error on A&D GF-300 Scales?
    • B
      burchmichaelSep 3, 2025
      If the A&D Scales displays an 'Undefined command error', it means the device received a command that it doesn't recognize. Check the command being sent to the scales and ensure it is a valid command.
  • S
    Sharon GonzalesSep 5, 2025
    What to do if A&D GF-300 Scales show excess characters error?
    • S
      Sandra BaileySep 5, 2025
      If the A&D Scales show an 'Excess characters error', it means the balance received too many characters in a command. Verify the command being sent.
  • M
    monicaparkerSep 7, 2025
    How to fix parameter setting error on A&D Scales?
    • B
      Barbara MayoSep 8, 2025
      If the A&D Scales display a 'Parameter setting error', it means the received data is outside the acceptable range. Check the command's parameter range.

Summary

Introduction to the GF Series Balance

About This Manual

Details the structure and content of the manual, covering basic operation, adapting to environment, functions, interface, and maintenance.

Key Features of GF Series Balance

Highlights key functionalities like one-second stabilization, self-check, data memory, GLP output, and multiple weighing units.

Compliance Information

Unpacking the Balance

Unpacking the Balance

Instructions on carefully unpacking the balance, confirming contents, and assembling the breeze break or breeze ring.

Installing the Balance

Precautions for Balance Use

Precautions Before Use

Guidelines for optimal performance, including installation environment, stable power, leveling, and initial warm-up and calibration.

Precautions During Use

Advises on handling static electricity, magnetic materials, temperature differences, and proper operation of keys and weighing pan.

Precautions After Use

Recommends avoiding shock, not disassembling, proper cleaning methods, and protecting from dust and liquids.

Power Supply Guidelines

Explains the standby mode when AC adapter is connected and the need for a 30-minute warm-up for accurate weighing.

Display Symbols and Key Operations

Key Operation Guide

Explains basic key operations like pressing and holding, and how key presses affect balance functions.

Understanding Display Symbols

Details the meaning of various display indicators such as stabilization, response, and capacity indicators.

Weighing Units and Modes

Available Weighing Units and Modes

Lists available weighing units like Gram, Ounce, Pound, and modes like Counting, Percent, and Density.

Storing Weighing Units

Weighing Procedures

Basic Weighing Operation (Gram Mode)

Step-by-step guide for basic weighing, including taring, placing samples, and reading the stabilized value.

Counting Mode Operation

Percent Mode Operations

Selecting Percent Mode

Explains how to select the percent mode for target weighing or sample variability checks.

Storing 100% Reference Mass

Guides on storing the 100% reference mass by placing a sample on the pan and using the PRINT key.

Response Adjustment and Self-Check

Manual Response Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the response rate (FAST, MID, SLOW) to change the display refresh rate for sensitive or stable weighing.

Self Check Function

Details the procedure to self-check the balance's internal performance and how to interpret the results.

Balance Calibration

Calibration Modes Overview

Describes the two calibration modes: using an external weight and calibration test, and defines key terms like External weight and Calibration weight.

Calibration Using External Weight

Calibration Test Using External Weight

Function Switches and Initialization

Function Switch Settings (Permit;Inhibit)

Describes how to use function switches to permit or inhibit changes to parameters like calibration data and function table settings.

Initializing the Balance

Function Table Operations

Function Table Structure

Details the two-layer structure (Class and Item) of the function table for reading or rewriting balance parameters.

Function Table Display and Keys

Explains the meaning of symbols and the function of keys used when navigating and operating the function table.

Detailed Function Table Parameters

Environment and Display Settings

Environment: Condition Settings

Explains the 'Condition' parameter for sensitive response (FAST) or stable weighing (SLOW) and its effect on averaging time.

Environment: Stability Band Width

Describes how 'Stability band width' controls the width for regarding a value as stable and influences 'Auto print mode'.

Environment: Hold Function (Animal Mode)

Explains the 'Hold function' for weighing moving objects, enabling animal mode and setting averaging time.

Data Output Modes

Data Output: Key Mode

Describes how to output or store weighing data using the PRINT key in Key mode.

Data Output: Auto Print Modes

Explains how balance outputs or stores data when conditions like auto print polarity are met.

Data Output: Stream Mode

Details continuous weighing data output regardless of display condition, used for monitoring.

Data Formatting Options

Data Format: A&D Standard

Describes the A&D standard data format for peripheral equipment, including header, data, unit, and terminator.

Data Format: DP (Dump Print)

Describes the DP (Dump print) format for equipment that cannot receive A&D format, including header, data, unit, and terminator.

Data Format: KF (Karl-Fischer)

Describes the Karl-Fischer moisture meter format used for specific communication needs.

Data Format: MT

Describes the MT format, noting header variations and character length dependency on the unit.

Data Format: NU (Numerical)

Describes the NU format which outputs only numerical data, including polarity and leading zeros.

Data Format Additions

Data Format: Adding Data Number

Explains how the 'Data number' format outputs the data number before the weighing data using RS-232C interface.

Data Format: Adding ID Number

Explains how the 'ID number' format identifies a specific balance, adding it to the weighing data.

Data Format Examples

Data Format Examples: Stable Data

Provides examples of data output formats (A&D, DP, KF, MT, NU) for stable weighing conditions.

Data Format Examples: Unstable Data

Provides examples of data output formats (A&D, DP, KF, MT, NU) for unstable weighing conditions.

Data Format Examples: Overload Conditions

Provides examples of data output formats for overload conditions (positive and negative errors).

Comparator Function Setup

Comparator Function: Setting Example 1

Demonstrates setting the comparator for continuous comparison (excluding 'near zero') with digital input for reference and tolerance.

Comparator Function: Setting Example 2

ID Number and GLP Report

Setting the ID Number

Explains how to set a unique ID number for the balance, which is maintained in non-volatile memory.

GLP Report Output

Details how to set parameters for outputting calibration reports and weighing data reports via RS-232C or printer.

GLP Report: Title and End Blocks

Data Memory Usage

Notes on Using Data Memory

Provides important notes on using the memory function, including how to clear existing data before storing new data.

Data Memory: Storing Weighing Data

Data Memory: Unit Mass for Counting

Underhook Usage

Using the Underhook

Explains the use of the built-in underhook for weighing large samples, magnetic materials, or measuring density.

Programmable-Unit Function

Programmable-Unit Operation

Details the operation of the programmable unit conversion function, including setting coefficients and using the function for weighing.

Quitting Programmable-Unit Function

Explains how to exit the programmable-unit function and return to the weighing mode.

Density Measurement

Density Measurement: Function Table Changes

Explains how to select the density mode and set the liquid density input method via the function table.

Density Measurement: Setting Liquid Density

Details how to set the density of a liquid by entering water temperature or density directly.

Density Measurement: Measuring Procedure

Guides on measuring the weight of a sample in air and liquid, and displaying the calculated density.

RS-232 C Serial Interface and External Input

RS-232 C Interface: Pin Connections

Details the pin assignments and signal names for the RS-232C serial interface connector.

RS-232 C Interface: Circuit Diagram

Provides the circuit diagram for the RS-232C serial interface, showing connections to the balance.

External Input Function

Connection to Peripheral Equipment

Connecting to AD-8121 B Printer

Details the necessary function settings to connect and use the AD-8121B printer with the balance.

Connecting to a Computer

Explains connecting the balance to a personal computer using the RS-232C interface and a DCE cable.

Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT)

Commands for Balance Control

RS-232 C Command List

Lists commands for querying weighing data, controlling the balance, and managing memory functions.

Comparator Function Commands

Acknowledge and Error Codes

Command Examples

Command Example: ON Command

Illustrates the ON command sequence between a personal computer and the balance, showing command completion.

Command Example: R Command

Illustrates the R command sequence for zero display, showing command reception and completion.

Command Error Code Example

Command Example: Weighing with Tare

Control Using CTS and RTS Lines

RS-232 C Related Settings

Maintenance Guidelines

Balance Maintenance Guidelines

Provides instructions on cleaning, avoiding disassembly, and using original packing material for transportation.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: Checking Performance and Environment

Guides on checking balance performance, repeatability, and the operating environment to identify and resolve issues.

Troubleshooting: Understanding Error Codes

Lists common error codes (EC, E11 to E21) and their descriptions, providing solutions and actions to take.

Troubleshooting: Specific Error Displays

Explains specific display errors like Weighing pan Error, Sample mass error, Unit mass error, Internal error, and Memory errors.

Troubleshooting: Communication and Format Errors

Details error codes related to communications (EC, E00), undefined commands (EC, E01), and format errors (EC, E03-E07).

Requesting Repair Service

Balance Specifications

Specifications: Weighing Capacity

Lists the weighing capacity for different GF series models, from GF-200 to GF-1000.

Specifications: Minimum Display

Details the minimum display value (resolution) for various GF series models.

Specifications: Minimum Weighing Value (1 Digit)

Specifies the minimum weighing value for each model, representing one digit of resolution.

Balance Specifications (Continued)

Specifications: Linearity

Provides the linearity specification for different GF series models, indicating accuracy across the weighing range.

Specifications: Stabilization Time (FAST)

States the typical stabilization time when the FAST response rate is selected for different GF series models.

Optional Accessories

Optional Accessory: Glass Breeze Break (GX-10)

Describes the Glass Breeze Break (GX-10) accessory for GF-200/300/400/600/800/1000 models.

Optional Accessory: GX-02 USB Interface

Details the GX-02 USB interface for transmitting data to a PC, usable with Windows 98 OSR2 or later.

Optional Accessories (Continued)

Optional Accessory: AD-8920 Remote Display

Describes the AD-8920 Remote display, which connects via RS-232C to show weighing data away from the balance.

Optional Accessory: AD-8922 Remote Controller

Describes the AD-8922 Remote controller, connecting via RS-232C for displaying data and remote control.

Optional Accessories (Further)

Optional Accessory: AD-1683 DC Static Eliminator

Used to minimize weighing errors caused by static electricity on the material.

Factory Installed Option: GX-04 Output Module

Describes the GX-04 option for comparator output with buzzer, RS-232C, or current loop output.

External Dimensions

External Dimensions: GF-200 to GF-1000 Series

Provides the external dimensions (width, depth, height) for the GF-200 to GF-1000 balance models.

External Dimensions: GF-1200 to GF-8000 Series

Provides the external dimensions (width, depth, height) for the GF-1200 to GF-8000 balance models.

Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Terms

Defines key terms used in the manual, such as Stable value, Environment, Store, Calibration, Output, Zero point, Digit, Tare, Mode, GLP, Repeatability, Stabilization time, Sensitivity drift.

A&D GF-300 Specifications

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BrandA&D
ModelGF-300
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

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