Calibration
Chapter 5
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CALIBRATION FROM THE CONFIGURATION MENU
The configuration menu access allows for a security level where only persons authorized can calibrate the
scale. This is controlled by entering a PIN number at parameter 400 (P400) or parameter 401 (P401).
1. From the main menu press the [F5] (Setup) key.
2. Press [F4] (Setup Menus) key.
3. Press [F1] (CAL) key.
4. Enter the access code (23640 or 54321 by default) and press [ENTER].
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Once all setup parameters are configured, the Quick Cal procedure is the easiest way to access the
calibration routine. Typically used for re-calibration, Quick Cal can be accessed directly from the weigh
mode without entering the setup mode.
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1. From the weigh mode key in 100 [SELECT].
2. Key in the access code: 54321
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3. Select from one of the following methods of calibration by using the [SELECT] key or press [ENTER] to
perform a New Zero calibration.
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HANGING THE QUICK CAL ACCESS CODE
The default Quick Cal access code can be changed at P401 of the setup mode. Access the setup mode
(see Accessing The Parameter Setup Mode on page 3-21), then key in 401 [SELECT] to access the Quick
Calibration Access Number parameter. If P401 displays QCAL None!, then the default access code is in
effect. Otherwise the custom code will be displayed. To enter a new Quick Cal access code, key in the new
code and press [ENTER]. To restore the default Quick Cal access code, press [CLR].
The Quick Cal access code consists of up to five alpha-numeric characters. Alpha characters may be
entered through the front panel (see Character Entry on page 1-8).
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You should calibrate the scale system after making changes to the setup parameters, especially after setting
the capacity and division size.
Every time you exit the setup mode, the prompt “ENTER=CAL!” is displayed. Press [ENTER] at this prompt
to access the calibration routine. Changes to parameters and calibration are saved upon exiting the
calibration routine.
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There are six methods of calibration. Press [SELECT] to select a calibration method (see example:
Selecting a Calibration Method). Press [ENTER] to begin the calibration method selected. Refer to the
appropriate section for calibration instructions.
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