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Sartorius LP Models User Manual

Sartorius LP Models
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Getting Started
Sartorius Master
pro
Series
LP Models
Electronic Precision Balances
Operating Instructions
98648-006-26
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Sartorius LP Models Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryScales
BrandSartorius
ModelLP Models
DisplayLCD
CalibrationExternal
InterfaceRS-232
Power SupplyAC Adapter
MaterialStainless Steel Pan
Protection ClassIP43

Summary

Intended Use

Warnings and Safety Precautions

Operating Design

Key Functions

Explains the function of various keys and their assignment based on the operating mode.

Display Overview

Describes the six sections of the balance display and their respective functions.

Input and Configuration

Numeric and Alphabetic Input

Details the steps for entering numbers and letters using the balance keypad.

Configuring Balance Parameters

Explains how to navigate menus to set balance parameters and configurations.

Data Output and Interface Port

Outlines data interface capabilities and connecting peripheral devices.

Error Codes and Storing Settings

Explains error indications, how settings are stored, and password protection.

Getting Started Procedures

Warranty and Unpacking

Instructions for warranty registration, unpacking, and checking for shipping damage.

Installation and Conditioning

Guidance on selecting an optimal location and acclimating the balance.

Setting Up the Balance

Round Glass Draft Shield Setup

Lists components and their order for setting up balances with a round glass draft shield.

Rectangular Weighing Pan Setup

Details components for rectangular pans up to 12 kg and for heavier balances.

Balance Unit Setup

Separate Display Unit Operation

Instructions on how to detach and reposition the display unit for separate operation.

Display Unit Mounting Options

Describes alternative mounting positions for the display unit on heavier balances.

Connecting and Operating

AC Power Connection and Safety

Steps to connect power, safety precautions, and connecting peripherals.

Warm-up Time

Explains the required warm-up time for accurate results after power connection.

Installation and Setup

Antitheft Locking Device

Instructions on how to secure the balance using an antitheft locking device.

Leveling the Balance

Explains the purpose and procedure for leveling the balance for consistent results.

Configuring the Balance

Configuration Purpose and Features

Explains how to configure the balance using user data and setup menus.

Setting Language and Info Display

Guides on selecting the display language and accessing equipment information.

User Data and Password Management

Entering and Managing User Data

Instructions on how to input and change user-specific data like workstation or lot IDs.

Password Management

Detailed guide on setting, changing, or recovering the balance's password.

Practical Example: User Data Entry

Entering Balance Workstation ID

Step-by-step guide to entering 'Workstation 234' as Balance ID and displaying user data.

User Data Display Example

Displaying Lot Number and User Data

Continuation of the practical example showing lot number and other user data display.

Setting Balance Parameters

Parameter Setting Menu Overview

Explains how to configure balance settings by navigating through menu options.

Additional Functions and Factory Settings

How to print parameter settings or access other additional functions within the menu.

Configuring Application Programs

Practical Example: Counting Program

Demonstrates selecting the Counting Application Program through the setup menu.

Setup Parameters Overview

Balance Functions Menu Structure

Outlines configurable parameters under Level 1: Balance Functions.

Application Programs Menu Structure

Details configurable parameters under Level 1: Application Programs.

Application Parameters Menu Structure

Lists configurable parameters under Level 1: Application Parameters.

Balance Configuration Details

Balance Functions Configuration

Details parameters related to balance functions like display, keys, and calibration.

Application Programs and Parameters

Lists available application programs and parameters for their configuration.

Balance Parameter Settings

Application Parameters and Interface Settings

Covers application parameters like counting/percent settings and interface configuration.

Parameter +/- and Interface Configuration

Configuration options for +/- parameters, interface settings, and communication modes.

Balance Configuration Options

Interface and Printing Settings

Details interface settings like parity, handshake, and options for printing weighing data.

Application Printing and Extra Functions

Settings for printing application parameters, line format, and extra functions.

Balance Functionality Configuration

Extra Functions and Balance Menu

Details settings for acoustic signals, blocking keys, power-on mode, and balance menu.

Operating the Balance: Basic Functions

Basic Weighing Functionality

Explains the fundamental weighing operation, taring, and ID assignment.

Below-Balance Weighing Procedure

Describes how to use the port for below-balance weighing with appropriate accessories.

Weight ID and Additional Functions

Weight ID Entry and Formatting

How to assign and format weight IDs for documentation purposes.

Application Functions and Balance Control

Lists additional functions accessible from weighing, and how to turn off the balance.

Sample ID Entry Example

Entering and Storing Sample ID

Step-by-step guide for entering and storing a sample ID (ABC123).

Calibration and Adjustment

Calibration/Adjustment Purpose and Features

Defines calibration and adjustment and lists features for external and internal calibration.

External Calibration Access and Factory Settings

Procedure to enable external calibration and notes on factory calibration settings.

Balance Calibration Preparation

Calibration Parameter Setup

Guides on configuring parameters for calibration and adjustment.

Setting Calibration Functions

Steps to set parameters for calibration functions within the setup menu.

Selecting Calibration Modes

Calibration/Adjustment Mode Selection

Explains how to select calibration modes like external or internal adjustment.

Configuring External Calibration

Demonstrates the process of configuring external calibration and automatic adjustment.

User-Defined External Calibration

External Calibration with User-Defined Weight

Detailed guide on performing external calibration using a user-defined weight.

Defining the Calibration Weight

Steps to input and save a custom calibration weight value.

Internal Calibration and Adjustment

Internal Calibration Procedure

Explains how to perform internal calibration using the balance's built-in weight.

Calibration and Adjustment Sequence Configuration

How to configure the sequence of calibration and adjustment operations.

Automatic Calibration (isoCAL)

isoCAL Automatic Calibration

Details the automatic calibration feature, its triggers, and configuration options.

Deactivating isoCAL Function

How to disable automatic calibration for verified balances under specific conditions.

Repeatability Determination (reproTEST)

reproTEST Definition and Purpose

Defines repeatability and explains the function of reproTEST in calculating results.

Performing the Balance Reproducibility Check

Practical steps to perform and end the reproTEST measurement.

Operating the Balance: Application Programs

Application Programs Overview

Overview of application programs and their use in legal metrology.

Toggle Between Weight Units

How to switch between different weight units using a soft key.

Setting Weight Units and Display Accuracy

Steps to set primary/secondary weight units and display accuracy.

Application Program Functions

Additional Functions and Balance Control

Lists additional functions and balance control options within applications.

Practical Example: Unit Toggling

Demonstrates toggling between Grams and Troy Ounces.

Operating the Balance: Counting

Counting Application Overview

Purpose and features of the counting application for determining piece counts.

Counting Features and Factory Settings

Lists features of the counting program and its default factory settings.

Counting Application Preparation

Preparation and Reference Sample Updating

How to prepare for piece count calculation and update the reference sample.

Setting Counting Application Parameters

Steps to configure counting parameters like storage accuracy and auto-initialization.

Practical Example: Counting

Counting with Preset Reference Sample

Demonstrates counting with preset reference sample quantity and printing parameters.

Weighing in Percent Application

Weighing in Percent Purpose and Features

Explains the application for obtaining weight readouts as a percentage of a reference weight.

Weighing in Percent Features and Factory Settings

Lists features of the weighing in percent program and its default factory settings.

Weighing in Percent Application Setup

Preparation and Parameter Settings

How to prepare for calculating values in percent by entering reference percentage or weight.

Weighing-in-Percent Parameter Configuration

Steps to configure parameters for the weighing-in-percent application.

Practical Example: Weighing in Percent

Weighing in Percent with Balance Reference

Demonstrates weighing in percent using a reference weight taken from the balance.

Practical Example: Weighing in Percent with Numeric Reference

Weighing in Percent with Numeric Reference Weight

Demonstrates weighing in percent with reference weight entered using numeric keys.

Net-Total Formulation Application

Net-Total Formulation Purpose and Features

Explains weighing multiple components to a defined total and printing weights.

Net-Total Preparation and Parameter Settings

How to prepare for the net-total application and configure its parameters.

Practical Example: Net-Total Formulation

Weighing Multiple Components (Net-Total)

Demonstrates weighing several components using the net-total application.

Animal Weighing Application

Animal Weighing Purpose and Features

Explains determining weights of unstable samples or under unstable conditions.

Animal Weighing Features and Factory Settings

Lists features of the animal weighing program and its default factory settings.

Animal Weighing Application Setup

Preparation and Parameter Configuration

How to prepare for the animal weighing application by selecting it in the setup menu.

Animal Weighing Parameter Settings

Steps to configure parameters like start range and printout options for animal weighing.

Practical Example: Animal Weighing

Determining Animal Weight with Automatic Start

Demonstrates determining animal weight with automatic start of subweighing operations.

Animal Weighing Example Continued

Subweighing Operations and Results

Continues the animal weighing example showing subweighing operations and results.

Over/Under Checkweighing Application

Checkweighing Purpose and Features

Explains checking if a sample meets a target value within a tolerance range.

Checkweighing Features and Factory Settings

Lists features of checkweighing, including tolerance limits and factory settings.

Checkweighing Preparation and Control Lines

Checkweighing Preparation

How to prepare for checkweighing by defining target value and tolerance range.

Control Lines and Output Specifications

Explains control line behavior and details output port specifications.

Checkweighing Application Setup

Preparation and Parameter Configuration

How to prepare for the over/under checkweighing application.

Checkweighing Parameter Settings

Steps to configure parameters like auto-initialization and control line signals.

Practical Example: Checkweighing

Checkweighing with Tolerance and Auto Print

Demonstrates checkweighing with specified tolerance limits and auto printing.

Checkweighing Example Continued

Storing Limits and Weighing Samples

Continues the checkweighing example, showing storage of limits and weighing samples.

Recalculation Application

Recalculation Purpose and Features

Explains compensating for over-poured components in formulation.

Recalculation Features and Factory Settings

Lists features of the recalculation program and its default factory settings.

Recalculation Application Setup

Preparation and Parameter Configuration

How to prepare for the recalculation application.

Recalculation Parameter Settings

Steps to configure automatic printout and line format for recalculation.

Practical Example: Recalculation

Recalculation for Over-Poured Components

Demonstrates recalculation when a component is over-poured in formulation.

Recalculation Example Continued

Value Correction and Follow-on Filling

Continues recalculation example, showing value correction and follow-on filling.

Recalculation Example Conclusion

Final Component Addition and Total Weight

Concludes recalculation example with final component addition and total weight printing.

Data Output Functions

Display and Control Unit Output

Explains the six sections of the balance display for data output.

Metrological Data Line for Verified Instruments

Details information shown on the metrological data line for verified instruments.

Bar Graph and Measured Value Line

How weighing results are displayed on the bar graph and in the measured value line.

Data Display Information

Weight Unit and Symbol Displays

Explains weight unit, symbol displays, and their meanings.

Text Line and Longer Value Display

Content of the text line and how values exceeding 8 characters are displayed.

Printing a Data Record

Data Record Printing Purpose and Features

Explains how to generate printouts of weights, values, and identification numbers.

Printing Features and Factory Settings

Lists features for manual/automatic printing, line format, and application parameters.

Printout Configuration Options

Manual/Automatic Printing

How to manually or automatically print current values in various formats.

Line Format and Sample ID Configuration

How to configure data ID codes, text preceding printouts, and sample IDs.

Print Application Parameters

How to print initialization values for applications.

Printout Options

Auto Print and Net-Total Printing

How to automatically print weight readouts and net-total values.

Animal Weight and Checkweighing Printouts

Automatic printing of animal weight and checkweighing results.

Legal-for-Trade Output Configuration

How to configure scale output for legal-for-trade applications.

ISO/GLP Compliant Printing

ISO/GLP Printout/Record Configuration

How to print parameters related to ambient weighing conditions for GLP compliance.

ISO/GLP Printer Features

Details the features of the Sartorius Data Printer for ISO/GLP records.

Interface Description

Interface Port Purpose and Features

Explains the balance's interface port for connecting computers or peripheral devices.

RS-232 Cable Warning

Critical warning about incorrect pin assignments on non-Sartorius RS-232 cables.

Interface Factory Settings

Default factory settings for interface parameters like transmission rate and parity.

Data Output Formatting

Line Format and Data Output Options

Explains how to output values with or without a data ID code in different formats.

Special Codes and Error Codes in Data Output

Lists special codes and how error codes are represented in data output.

Data Output Character Interpretation

Unit Symbols and ID Code Characters

Explains unit symbols, ID code characters, and their meanings.

Special Codes and Error Code Reference

Provides a breakdown of special codes for status, overload, and error code references.

Balance Data Input and Control

Data Input Format and Control Commands

Explains how to send commands to the balance via the interface port.

Control Command Formats and Meanings

Details the different formats and characters used for control commands.

Data Communication Synchronization

Synchronization and Handshake Methods

Explains how to ensure error-free data communication via the interface.

Transmitting and Receiving Device Signals

How XON/XOFF signals control data transmission and reception.

Data Output Activation and Control

Activating Data Output

How to define data output activation based on print commands or intervals.

Automatic Data Output Configuration

How to configure automatic data output based on intervals or stability.

Interface Pin Assignments

Female Interface Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the female DB25S interface connector.

Interface Pin Functions

Lists pin functions for signal ground, data output, and control signals.

Male Connector and Pin Assignments

Specifies male connector type and detailed pin assignments for interface functions.

Balance Cabling Diagram

PC Interface Cabling Diagram

Illustrates the cabling connection between the balance and a PC using RS-232.

Additional Balance Functions

Password and Menu Protection

How to block access to settings and input functions by assigning a password.

Acoustic Signals and Key Blocking

How to configure acoustic signals and block keys for remote control operation.

Remote Control, Backlighting, and Power Modes

Connecting remote switches, managing display backlight, and power-on modes.

Automatic Shutoff Configuration

How to configure automatic shutoff after a period of inactivity.

Interface Port and Printing Configuration

Interface Port Input/Output

Connecting external devices like checkweighing displays and remote switches.

ISO/GLP Compliant Record Printing

How to configure printouts to comply with ISO/GLP standards.

MP8 Interface Emulation

MP8 Interface Purpose and Features

Explains connecting devices using the MP8 interface protocol.

MP8 Parameter Setup and Configuration

Details configuring application selection, baud rate, parity, and print settings.

Troubleshooting: Error Codes

Common Error Codes and Solutions (Part 1)

Lists common error codes, their causes, and troubleshooting steps.

Troubleshooting: Common Error Codes

Common Error Codes and Solutions (Part 2)

Details further error codes related to printer, reference weight, and input issues.

Troubleshooting Display and Readout Issues

Troubleshooting for continuous display segments, blocked functions, and unstable readouts.

Care and Maintenance

Service, Repairs, and Cleaning

Importance of regular service, authorized repairs, and safe cleaning procedures.

Replacing the Dust Cover

Instructions for replacing a damaged dust cover on different balance models.

Safety Inspection Guidelines

Guidelines for checking the AC adapter and balance for safe operation.

Battery Replacement and Recycling

Backup Battery Replacement Information

Information on replacing the backup battery, including type and safety precautions.

Product Recycling Instructions

Guidance on recycling the balance packaging and old equipment.

Overview of Sartorius Balances

General Views and Component Identification

Illustrates balance components and provides order numbers for spare parts.

Balance Model Illustrations

Component Identification for Various Models

Detailed illustration and part numbers for various Sartorius balance models.

Balance Model Illustrations (Continued)

Component Identification for LP64001S Series

Illustrations and part numbers for specific Sartorius balance models (LP64001S series).

Description of Balance Controls

Key Functions Overview

Explains the purpose and operation of each key on the balance's control panel.

Balance Menu Structure

Hierarchical Menu Overview

Provides a hierarchical overview of the balance's menu structure and parameters.

Balance Specifications

General Specifications

Lists general specifications like power, environment, interface, and selectable units/programs.

Individual Model Specifications (Part 1)

Details readability, capacity, tare range, and linearity for specific models.

Balance Model Specifications

Individual Model Specifications (Part 2)

Details specifications for various models, including response time and calibration weights.

Balance Model Specifications (Continued)

Individual Model Specifications (Part 3)

Lists specifications for additional models, covering capacity and environmental ranges.

Verified Models with EC Type Approval

General Specifications for Verified Models

Lists general specifications for verified models, including accuracy class and scale interval.

Verified Model Specifications

Details specifications for verified models, including capacity and operating temperature.

Verified Model Specifications

Verified Model Specifications (Continued)

Lists specifications for verified models, covering accuracy class, capacity, and operating ranges.

Verified Model Specifications (Final)

Verified Model Specifications (High Capacity)

Lists specifications for the highest capacity verified models, including dust/water protection.

Accessories and Optional Equipment

Optional Accessories Overview

Lists available optional accessories like data printers and rechargeable battery packs.

Specific Accessory Details

Details printers, battery packs, remote displays, checkweighing displays, and calibration weights.

Optional Products and Accessories

Software and Operating Procedures

Lists software, operating procedures, and adapters as optional products.

Hardware Accessories

Details remote controls, switches, cables, support arms, and weighing bowls.

Declarations of Conformity

CE Mark and EC Directive Compliance

Explains the CE mark and Sartorius AG's compliance with EC Directives.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive

Details EMC standards and acceptable European standards for emissions and immunity.

Low Voltage Directive and Safety Requirements

Covers safety requirements for electrical equipment and general installation provisions.

Legal Metrology Directive

Explains Directive 90/384/EEC for non-automatic weighing instruments and EC Type-Approval Certificates.

Verification Services

New Installation Service Package

Describes the initial verification and installation services provided by Sartorius.

EC Verification Service

Details the EC verification service performed by authorized Sartorius technicians.

Subsequent Verifications in European Countries

Information on the validity of verification and regulations for subsequent verifications.

Declaration of Type Conformity

Conformity Declaration to Directive 90/384/EEC

Official declaration of conformity for weighing instruments used in legal metrology.

Model and EC Type-Approval Information

Lists balance models, their types, and EC Type-Approval numbers.

Sartorius AG Compliance Statement

Sartorius AG's statement of compliance with relevant directives and standards.

EC Type-Approval Certificate

PTB EC Type-Approval Certificate Details

Official EC type-approval certificate issued by PTB for the weighing instrument.

Test Certificate Details

Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt Test Certificate

Test certificate details for the weighing platform, including type and revision.

Weighing Platform Test Certificate

Test Certificate for Weighing Platform Module

Test certificate details for the weighing platform with electronic evaluation unit.

Balance Identification Plates

Plate Markings and Symbols

Details the CE mark, EC verification, model designation, and other important labels on the balance.

Terminal and Software Options

Information about different types of indicating and operator terminals.

Verified Instrument Plate Example

Example of a verified weighing instrument's descriptive plate.

Document Index

Appendix: Password Entry

Entering and Changing the General Password

Instructions on how to enter or change the general password.

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