EVO1Y | LAB1Y  Operating  Instructions  23
  Operation 
6.4.1  Calibration
External Calibration/Adjustment for Verified Scales
Scale for use in legal metrology must be externally calibrated before being verified 
at the location of use. 
 − When the scale is used in legal metrology, external calibration is locked as 
follows:
 − The menu access switch is locked
 − The menu access switch cap is sealed
 t Press and hold the j key for several seconds (on/standby).
 y The scale switches to standby mode.
 y Press the 0 key for approx. two seconds.
 y The preset calibration weight appears in the display (e.g., 5000 g)
 t If required, select a different calibration weight via the O / P keys.
 t Confirm the displayed calibration weight via the ! key.
 y CAL.EXT. appears on the display and the negative calibration weight.
 t Center the calibration weight on the weighing pan.
 y The calibration is performed. The calibration is complete when CAL.DON appears 
in the display.
 t Remove the calibration weight from the weighing pan.
6.5  Weighing
Using a Scale Verified for Use in Legal Metrology:
The Type-Approval Certificate for verified scales is only valid for non-automatic 
weighing instruments. For automatic operation with or without additional integrated 
equipment, please follow the applicable national regulations for the installation 
location.
 − The temperature range (°C) listed on the ID label should not be exceeded during 
operation. 
Example: 
K +10…+30°C
6.5.1  Weighing with One Decimal Place
 t Place the empty paint can on the weighing pan.
 t Briefly press the 0 key to zero.
 y The display shows “0.0 g.”
 t Add the first component “484.8 g.”
 t Read off the weight when the stability symbol (in this example) “g” is displayed.
 t Add the other components until the desired weight (formula) is reached.
 t Remove the filled paint can from the weighing pan.
Danger of Scale Damage!
Never close a paint can using a hammer while it is still on the weighing pan.
 t When closing the paint can, place it on a firm, stable surface. 
 
0.0
484.8
840.2
1218.8
1230.0