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Choose the Proper Environment:
The environment in which your balance is used is very important. Air movement, temperature changes, vibra-
tions, direct sunlight, etc. influences the performance of high precision balances. Therefore, place your balance
on a solid, sturdy surface that is free of air currents, vibration and not in direct sunlight. The surface should not
be magnetic and should be located away from doors, windows, heaters, air conditioners and fans.
Level the Balance:
Adjust (turn) the thumbwheel (see Figure 2) to level
the balance by centering the bubble in the level indi-
cator which is shown in Figure 1. Turning the
thumbwheel as shown below raises that side of the
balance and an opposite adjustment lowers it. When
properly adjusted the metal center shaft of the as-
sembly will protrude from the center of the plastic
thumbwheel and will support the balance. The plas-
tic thumbwheel will be raised up against the bottom
of the balance and will not be touching the weighing
table.
Unlock the Clamping Screw:
(Series 12000 Models Only)
All balances are equipped with a special clamp-
ing screw that locks the balance suspension dur-
ing shipping. This screw must be loosened before
the balance can be operated (see Figure 3).
1. Locate the black knob, on the front center
of the balance, underneath the display area.
2. Remove the paper tag.
3. Turn the knob, in the direction shown be-
low, until finger tight.
If the balance is ever shipped or moved long
distances, the clamping screw should be retight-
ened by turning the knob in the opposite direc-
tion until finger tight.
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