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Sartorius FC User Manual

Sartorius FC
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Operating Instructions
Sartorius Factory Series
FC and FCA Models
Electronic Precision Scales for Hazardous Areas/Locations
98648-007-35
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Sartorius FC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSartorius
ModelFC
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operating Design

Configuration

Enables scale terminal configuration via setup program.

Operation

Describes basic weighing and application functions.

Configuration

Setting the Language

Allows selection of display language from five options.

Configuring the Scale for Use in Legal Metrology

Details settings for using the scale in legal metrology.

Setting the Scale Functions

Purpose

Enables configuration of scale functions to meet individual requirements.

Features

Lists the groups of scale functions available in the setup menu.

Calibration / adjustment

Covers functions for scale calibration and adjustment procedures.

Setting the Device Parameters

Purpose

Allows configuration of scale device parameters for individual needs.

Entering or Changing a Password

Procedure for setting or modifying the setup menu password.

Interfaces

Covers serial communication port settings for various modes.

Setting the Application Parameters

Features

Lists available application groups and possible combinations.

Application 1 (Basic settings)

Covers basic settings for applications like unit toggle and counting.

Checkweighing

Sets target values and tolerances for sample checkweighing.

Time-controlled functions

Configures scale functions to activate at specific times or intervals.

Setup – Application 3 (Data records)

Totalizing

Runs as a cumulative memory function for weight and calculated values.

Formulation

Allows adding weight values as components to a totalizing memory.

Statistics

Enables statistical evaluation of weight and calculated values.

Selecting the Printout Function (PRINTOUT)

Purpose

Enables printout configuration to meet individual requirements.

Features

Lists device parameters for printout configuration.

Displaying Info

Displaying Device Information

Shows how to display scale information like model, serial, and version numbers.

Display Flexprint Information

Details how to display FlexPrint information including file names and software IDs.

Operation

Basic Weighing Function

Describes the fundamental weighing function accessible at all times.

Under-Scale Weighing

Explains how to perform under-scale weighing using a hanger.

Device Parameters

Interface

Describes serial communication port settings and modes.

Control Port Function

Explains connecting external switches to control ports.

Calibration/Adjustment “isoTEST”*

Using Verified Scales as Legal Measuring Instruments in the EU**

Important note on performing internal calibration for legal metrology use.

Available Features

Lists features for isoTEST function, including external and internal calibration.

Selecting the Calibration/Adjustment Parameter

isoCAL:

Automatic Calibration and Adjustment after a Change in Temperature

Explains automatic calibration triggered by temperature changes.

Determination of the Repeatability (reproTEST)

Check the Reproducibility of the Scale

Procedure for checking the scale's repeatability using the reproTEST function.

Application Programs

Toggle between Two Weight Units

Allows switching between two weight units by pressing a soft key.

Counting

Purpose

Explains the counting application for determining piece counts of equal weight.

Features

Lists features of the counting application, including scale configuration and input methods.

Weighing in Percent

Purpose

Allows obtaining weight readouts in percent relative to a reference weight.

Soft Key Functions

Lists soft key functions for storing reference values and toggling displays.

Animal Weighing

Purpose

Program to determine weights of unstable samples or under unstable conditions.

Available Features

Lists features for animal weighing, including manual and automatic start.

Recalculation

Purpose

Allows compensation for over-poured components in formulation.

Available Features

Lists features for recalculation, including component input and correction.

Calculation

Purpose

Enables calculation of weight values using algebraic equations.

Available Features

Lists features for calculation, including equation storage and operators.

Checkweighing

Purpose

Checks if samples meet pre-set target values or tolerance ranges.

Available Features

Lists features for checkweighing, including target value entry and control lines.

Time-Controlled Functions

Purpose

Configures scale functions to activate at specific times or intervals.

Features

Lists features for time-controlled functions, including activation types.

Totalizing

Purpose

Runs as a cumulative memory function for weight and calculated values.

Features

Lists features for totalizing, including storage and display options.

Formulation

Purpose

Allows adding weight values as components to a totalizing memory.

Available Features

Lists features for formulation, including component input and storage.

Statistics

Purpose

Enables statistical evaluation of weight and calculated values.

The values determined for the evaluation are:

Lists statistical values calculated by the application.

Extra Functions (in the Application Menu)

Second Tare Memory (Preset Tare)

Allows storing tare weights or entering preset tare values.

Individual Identification Codes (ID)

Purpose

Allows assigning IDs to values for documentation and printouts.

Features

Lists features of ID codes, including storage, naming, and editing.

Manual Storage (M+)

Purpose

Loads weight values and calculation results into Application 3 memory.

Available Features

Lists features for manual storage, including soft key assignment.

Product Data Memory

Purpose

Allows entering, storing, and loading data records for application initialization.

Available Features

Lists features of product data memory, including storage capacity and record management.

“FlexPrint” Printout Function

Purpose

Allows loading user-defined label formats and print instruction files.

Features

Lists features of FlexPrint, including print command generation and output items.

Combining Applications

Data Output Functions

Output to the Display and Control Unit

Explains how information is displayed on the scale's unit.

Line for metrological data

Describes the display line showing metrological data for verified scales.

Interface Description

Available Features

Details interface features like type, operating mode, and transmission rates.

Factory Settings

Lists factory default settings for interface parameters.

Data Input Format

Format for Control Commands

Specifies formats for sending commands to the scale.

Pin Assignment Chart

Cabling Diagram

Cabling Diagram (Adapter Cable for PC)

Illustrates cabling for connecting a PC via a Zener barrier using RS-232.

Cabling Diagram: RS-485

Shows cabling diagrams for RS-485 connections in hazardous areas.

Error Codes

Solution

Provides solutions for resolving displayed error codes.

Overview

General Views of the Scales

Provides labeled diagrams of scale components and their positions.

Specifications

Standard Models

Lists general specifications applicable to all standard scale models.

Specifications of the Individual Models:

Provides detailed specifications for specific scale models.

Dimensions (Scale Drawings)

Accessories (Options)

Power supplies

Lists available power supplies for safe and hazardous areas.

Electrical accessories

Details Zener barriers and other electrical accessories.

Declarations of Conformity

Weighing Instruments for Use in Legal Metrology: Directive 90/384/EEC “Non-automatic weighing instruments”

Covers regulations for non-automatic weighing instruments in legal metrology.

“EC Verification” – A Service Offered by Sartorius

Explains Sartorius's EC verification service for legal metrology.

Declaration of Type Conformity to Council Directives 90/384/EEC

KEMA EC-TYPE EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE

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