ADVENTURER+ Service Manual P/N 83020790 A
Ohaus Corporation www.ohaus.com 6
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This service manual contains the information needed to perform routine maintenance and service on the Ohaus
Adventurer+ Analytical and Precision balances. Balances are rated from 65 grams to 4200 grams capacity.
The content of this manual is contained in five chapters.
Chapter 1 Introduction - Contains information regarding service facilities, tools and test equipment,
measuring masses, and specifications.
Chapter 2 Theory of Operation - Contains information on the mechanical and electronic functions of the
balance.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting - Contains a diagnosis/diagnostics chart and error code table.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Procedures - Contains preventive maintenance procedures, performance tests
and adjustments, disassembly/replacement procedures, and calibration procedures.
Chapter 5 AR Series Service Tool – Describe how to use the service tool.
Chapter 6 Drawings and Parts Lists - Contains exploded views of Adventurer balances and Transducers
identifying all serviceable components with parts lists.
Before servicing the balance, you should be familiar with the Instruction Manual which is packed with every
balance.
1.2 SERVICE FACILITIES
To service the Ohaus Adventurer balance, the service area should meet the following requirements:
DO NOT SERVICE the balance:
Next to open windows or doors causing drafts or rapid temperature changes.
Near air conditioning or heat vents.
Near vibrating, rotating or reciprocating equipment.
Near magnetic fields or equipment that generates magnetic fields.
On an unlevel work surface.
Allow sufficient space around the instrument for ease of operation and keep away from radiating heat
sources.