36 SARTORIUS MC 5 Balance Stand 1/94
MC 5
Power-On Routine and Error Messages
Once your have turned on the balance using the key, " 0.000 mg “ is displayed. This indicates that
the balance is ready to operate.
Error Messages
On the MC 5, error messages are indicated by a code number.
All codes for operating errors, including errors in the sequence of a function, have two-digit numbers.
Error codes for hardware errors have three-digit numbers.
The error codes enable you to identify the type of operating error.
Display Meaning Reason/Solution
Err 01 Display format overflow The weighing system is overloaded.
Err 02 Zero point error at the start Re-tare;
of the CAL routine check system.
Err 04 Control error during Check system for stability.
multiple calibration mode
Err 06 Internal calibration weight Check system. Return the microbalance
defective or not available to the factory, if necessary.
Err 10 1st tare memory disabled The tare functions are
when a value is stored in interlocked. Clear tare
2nd tare memory memory to enable the CF/ tare key.
Err 11 Attempt to store an invalid The readout was negative,
number in tare memoryfor example - check sample.
using TAR -F1/
Err 20 The ></ key was pressed For instance, you forgot
before an application to store a reference
program was initialized percentage for weighing in percent.
Err 21 Reference percentage or Code 2 3 1 is selected in the balance
reference piece count setting operating menu. Change this code
disabled, or this application to 2 3 2 or 2 3 3.
does not have a parameter mode
Err 22 Reference cannot be stored The weight is too light or
for weighing in percent or counting no sample is on the pan.
Err 23 Value cannot be stored No sample is on the pan or
for any particular application program the readout is negative.
Err 30 The print key was pressed Connect printer.
in the BPI mode; no printer on-line
Err 50 Converter error (TC range) Check system or return microbalance to the
factory in Goettingen.
Err 53 Temperature sensor circuit failure Check temperaturecompensating sensor or
return microbalance to the factory in Goettingen.
Err 54 Balance converter value below Check system.
the minimum limit Beam at lower stop.