Adam ACBplus Series - 8 Error Messages

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Data Format for normal weighing operations, parts counting or recalling
of totals from memory will all be different.
Normal Output: G S _ X X X . X X u u u
Input commands format:
The scale can be controlled with the following commands. The commands must be
sent in upper case letters, i.e. “T” not “t”.
T<cr><lf>
Tares the scale to display the net weight. This is the same as pressing
[Tare] key.
Z<cr><If>
Sets the zero point for all subsequent weighing. Display shows zero.
T5.345<cr><if>
Would be same as entering a preset tare value of 5.345 from keypad
P<cr><lf>
Prints the results to a PC or printer using the optional RS-232 interface.
It also adds the value to the accumulation memory if the accumulation
function is not set to automatic.
8.0 ERROR MESSAGES
During the initial power-on testing or during operation it is possible that the scale may
show an error message. The meaning of the error messages is described below.
ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES
Err 4
Initial Zero is greater than
allowed (4% of maximum
capacity) when power is
turned on or when the
[Zero] key is pressed,

Weight on the pan when turning on.
 Excessive weight on the pan when
zeroing the scale.
 Improper calibration of the scale.
 Damaged load cell.
 Damaged Electronics.
Err 5
Keyboard Error.

Improper operation of the scale.
Err 6
A/D count is not correct
when turning the scale on

Load cell damaged.
 Electronics damaged.
Err 9
A/D count is not stable
when turning the scale on

Initial instability during turning on
which will get adjusted automatically
 There may be movement, vibration
or dirt on scale during turning on.
If an error message is shown, repeat the procedure that caused the message such as
turning the scale on, calibration or any other functions. If the error message is still shown,
contact your dealer for further support.
GS 123.45g GS for Gross Weight, NT for Net Weight and u for unit of weight
No. 1 This number increments every time a new value is stored in memory
Total 123.45g The total value stored in memory
<lf> Includes 2 line feeds
<lf>