Secura Quintix Models 26, 36, 65, 125, 125D, 225D and 324 Laboratory Balance User Manual Aug 2015

User Information

1. User Information 1.1 Warning/Danger Symbols Warning and danger symbols used in these instructions: These notes identify hazards which have a high probability of resulting in death or serious physical injury if not avoided. These notes identify hazards that can result in moderate or mild injuries if not avoided.

These notes identify hazards associated with the risk of material damage.

1.2 Explanation of Symbols The following symbols are used in this manual: Useful information and tips

Notes for use in legal metrology

Note regarding device operation

When individual buttons are displayed, they should be pressed.

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The following symbols are used in these instructions: t Indicates a required action y Describes what happens after you have performed a particular step Perform steps in the specified order: 1. First action 2. Second action 3. … – Indicates an item in a list Conventions for this User Manual: – The illustrations in these instructions are based on “Standard” balances. On balances verified for use in legal metrology, some displays and reports may deviate slightly from the figures. Where this is significant for operation, the differences will be explained in the text.

1.3 Application Advice/Technical Support Contact addresses for application advice and our technical support can be found online at: http://www.sartorius.com

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Safety Information

2. Safety Information 2.1 Guidelines and General Information –

The balance complies with EU Directives and standards for electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility*. Improper use or handling, however, can result in damage and/or injury. Any improper use or operation of the balance, i.e., that is not consistent with the instructions, will result in forfeiture of all claims under the manufacturer's warranty. – Personnel need to have read and understood these installation instructions, including the safety instructions. – In the event of use in systems and ambient conditions which have greater safety requirements, you must observe the requirements and provisions applicable in your country. – Always keep the equipment and balance freely accessible. Any installation work or balance operation that does not conform to the instructions will result in forfeiture of all claims under the manufacturer's warranty. * = see “Specifications” Danger of Explosion! Do not use this equipment in hazardous areas in which explosive materials are present. Make sure that the voltage rating printed on the AC adaptor is identical to your local mains voltage.

2.2 Installation Information Do not operate the balance if its housing or AC adaptor is damaged. Immediately disconnect the damaged device from the power by pulling the plug. Do not expose the balance, its AC adaptor or the accessories supplied by Sartorius to extreme temperatures, aggressive chemical vapors, moisture, shocks, vibrations or strong electromagnetic fields. Observe the conditions of operation described in the Specifications. Note on Installation: The operator shall be solely responsible for any modifications to the equipment and for connecting any cables or equipment not supplied by Sartorius. Information on operational quality is available upon request from Sartorius. You should only use peripherals supplied by Sartorius. Note the IP protection class of the balance and its AC adaptor. Do not allow liquid penetration. The protection class specifies the suitability of equipment for various environmental conditions (moisture, foreign bodies). Before cleaning the AC adaptor or the balance: Unplug from the mains power. The balance may only be opened by specialized personnel trained by Sartorius. Do not open the AC adaptor. 6

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Hazards during Installation and Operation:

If glass breaks, there is a risk of injury posed by cuts from glass edges.

Lay the cables where they pose no risk of causing someone to trip. Observe the additional safety and danger information in the following chapters.

2.3 Intended Use This high-precision balance is designed to be used exclusively indoors under normal atmospheric conditions. It was developed specifically for the exact determination of the mass of materials in liquid, paste, powder or solid form. Appropriate containers must be used for each type of sample material.

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General View of the Equipment

3.

General View of the Equipment

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No.

Name and Function

No.

Name and Function

1

Cover

9

Leveling feet

2

Grip, upper panel (draft shield)

10

Rear device cover (only for service)

3

Weighing pan

11

Manufacturer's ID label, for verified models Additional ID label

4

Shield disk (Secura® 26)

12

Lug for attaching anti-theft device

5

Collection container

13

Verification access switch: Blocks various functions and units on verified balances

6

Grip, side panel (draft shield)

14

USB port for mini AB

7

Level indicator (Quintix® model)

15

DC jack

8

Touchscreen

16

Fastening point for "Kensington" key lock (optional)

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4. Getting Started The balance must be disconnected from the mains power for all assembly work.

4.1 Unpacking and Equipment Supplied t Open the packaging, making sure to remove all parts carefully. t After unpacking the balance, check it immediately for any external damage. y If you detect any damage, proceed as directed in the chapter entitled “Care and Maintenance.” y Save all parts of the original packaging for any future transportation. During shipment, please do not leave cables plugged in! The following parts are included in the equipment supplied: Components

Secura®

Quintix®

Model:

26

225D 125

324

125D 65

35

Draft shield (4 panels)

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Collection container

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Weighing pan: d 80 mm

–

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–

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Weighing pan: d 90 mm

–

*

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*

*

Weighing pan: d 50 mm

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-

-

-

-

Shield disk (normal / high)

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-

-

-

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AC adapter with country-specific power plug

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In-use dust cover

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Dust cover

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Installation and operating instructions

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Application guide

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* optional

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4.2 Installing the Balance Installing the Collection Container t Insert the collection container into the balance.

Installing the Panels (Draft Shield) t Press against the front of the cover from both sides and fold it upwards.

1) Inserting the front panel of the draft shield: t Insert the panel on the top into the guide rails of the draft shield. t Press the panel gently upwards, while simultaneously pressing downwards into the slot of the draft shield. y The panel must click into place in the slot.

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2) Inserting the side panels: t Mount the guide carriages (1) of the side panel by inserting them into the guide rails on the top. t Insert the side panel at the bottom behind the guide rod (2) of the draft shield.

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t Make sure that: – the guide carriage (1) is properly and fully positioned on the guide rail. – the side panels are positioned behind the guide rod (2). – the panels can be moved smoothly and freely. 2 3

3) Inserting the upper panel: t Insert the panel on the top of the draft shield guide. t Push the panel carefully backwards. t Gently lift the panel by its grip in order to push it below the guide rod (3). t Close the cover by folding it downwards completely until it locks.

Inserting the Weighing Pan

t Insert the weighing pan into the opening of the collection container. t Push the upper and side panels forward to close them.

Secura® 26:

t Insert the weighing pan into the opening of the collection container. t Position one of the two shield disks on the collection container. t Push the upper and side panels forward to close them.

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4.3

Choosing a Location

t Select the proper setup location: – Set up the device on a stable, even surface that is not exposed to vibrations (e.g., a weighing stone). – Maintain free access to the balance at all times. – – – – – – –

°C

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Choose a location that is not subject to the following negative influences: Heat (heater or direct sunlight) Drafts from open windows, AC systems, and doors Extreme vibrations during measurement Heavy traffic areas (personnel) Extreme humidity Electromagnetic fields Extremely dry air

Acclimatization Condensation from humidity can form on the surfaces of a cold device when it is brought into a substantially warmer area. You should therefore let a device that has been disconnected from its power source acclimatize for approximately 2 hours before reconnecting it to the power.

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4.4

Moving the Balance

Moving the Balance over Short Distances in the Lab

Avoid glass breakage, shocks and vibrations: Never lift or carry the balance by its draft shield!

t Hold the balance under the housing, lift it up carefully, and carry it to its new location.

The balance needs to be re-leveled and then adjusted each time its setup location is changed.

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4.5

Power Connection (Power Supply)

AC Adaptor Assembly Using the wrong power plug adaptors may cause fatal electric shock and damage the equipment. Never plug the power plug adaptor into the socket when it is disconnected from the device (danger of electrical shock). t Use the right power plug adaptor for your mains power supply.

A AC adaptor versions: Bag Region/Country Bag Region/Country a) transparent Europe/EU (except United Kingdom) e) black India b) yellow United Kingdom f) turquoise South Africa c) blue USA, Canada, China, and Japan g) green Korea d) red Australia h) pink Brazil i) white Argentina The packaging of AC adaptor module 6971790 with line adaptors g), h), and i) is labeled with 98671791. t Push (1) and slide (2) the power plug adaptor (A) required for your power supply into the opening of the AC adaptor module (B). When doing this, the AC adaptor needs to lock into position.

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Removing/Replacing the AC Adaptor t Unlock (1) the AC adaptor and then detach (2) it.

Power Connection/Safety Precautions – Only use original Sartorius AC adaptors. The AC adaptor has an IP rating of IP40 in accordance with EN 60529. – Make sure that the voltage rating printed on the manufacturer's ID label is identical to that of your local mains voltage. – If the stated supply voltage or the plug design of the AC adaptor does not comply with your country's standard, please inform your nearest Sartorius representative. – The power must be connected in accordance with the regulations applicable in your country. t 1) First, plug the AC adaptor into the socket at the back of your balance. t 2) Then connect the AC adaptor to the wall outlet (mains voltage).

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4.6

Warm-up Time

y To ensure accurate results are delivered, the balance must warm up for at least 30 minutes after initial connection to the power supply. Only after this time will the balance have reached the required operating temperature.

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When a verified balance of accuracy class k for use in legal metrology is connected to the mains power, it must warm up for at least one hour before operation.

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4.7 Switching On the Balance t Touch j on the display to switch on the balance. y When the balance is switched on for the first time or when it has been reset to the factory settings, the startup wizard appears.

4.7.1

Startup Wizard

The default language for the display text is English. When the balance is switched on for the first time, the startup wizard is automatically activated. Follow the instructions on the interactive display to configure your selections for: – – –

Language Date format/date Time format/time

y The Language settings window appears.

Language English

t Touch the language you would like to select, such as Deutsch.

Deutsch

t Touch l to confirm.

Français

y The display changes immediately to the desired language.

Español

y The Getting Started settings window appears. Installation

The display format, date, and time can be set here.

Initializing date and time.

t Touch START. START

y The Date Format settings window appears:

Date format DD-MM-YYYY MM-DD-YYYY YYYY-MM-DD (ISO)

t Select how the date should be displayed and printed out. – DD-MMM-YYYY: The date is displayed in the order of day, month and then year. – MMM-DD-YYYY: The date is displayed in the order of month, day and then year. – YYYY-MM-DD (ISO): The date is displayed in the order of year, month and then day. (The time is displayed in 24-hour format with this setting.) t Touch l to confirm.

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y The current date is displayed.

Date 2014-10-06

t If the date is displayed correctly, select l to confirm. t To adjust the date manually, if required, touch t, enter the current date and confirm with l.

y The Time Format settings window appears:

Time format 24 h

12 h (AM/PM)

t Select how the time is displayed and printed out. – 24h: The time is displayed in 24-hour format. (This is the only available setting when the date is set to ISO format.) – 12h (AM/PM) The time is displayed in 12-hour format. The hours before noon are displayed with AM and the hours after noon are displayed with PM. t Touch l to confirm.

y The current time is displayed.

Time

t If the time is displayed correctly, touch l to confirm. 15.55

t To adjust the time manually, if required, touch t, enter the current time and confirm with l.

Leveling Please turn each foot in the direction of the arrow as shown.

y The Leveling settings window appears: t Follow the instructions on the interactive display. Follow the instructions in Chapter “Leveling the Balance” on page 20.

If required, you can subsequently modify your selection in the “Settings” menu (see Chapter “Accessing the Menu and Changing Settings” on page 27).

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4.8 Anti-theft Locking Device t A “Kensington” key lock can be installed at the fastening point on the back of the balance if required.

t The balance can also be secured at the installation location with a chain and lock, for example.

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Using the Balance

5. Using the Balance 5.1 Switching the Balance On/Off (Standby) Max 120 g

d=0.00001 g

0.00000

y The leveling screen is displayed first after any model is switched on. Level the balance if necessary. The actual weighing screen is only displayed after confirmation. – – – –

When the balance is switched on, the following message appears on the display: Secura®: Level The balance has been leveled (if leveled). Quintix®: Level Please check leveling. If the balance needs to be leveled, a message appears on the display (see “Leveling the Balance” on page 20). The balance must be regularly calibrated and adjusted in order to achieve accurate weighing results (see “Calibration and Adjustment” on page 72). The default language for the display text is English. You can change the language (see “Language” on page 28).

t To switch the balance to standby, select the menu key at the bottom left of the weighing screen on the display. y The menu is displayed. Weighing

Mixing

Statistics

Components

t Select the j button in the application menu. y The balance switches to standby mode. t To switch the balance on again: Select j on the display. The balance starts in the application most recently used before the it was last switched off.

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Using the Balance

5.2 Leveling the Balance The balance must be leveled in order to enable it to provide accurate weighing results. Leveling the balance compensates for slant or unevenness at the place of installation by twisting the front leveling feet of the balance. Leveling is always required if the balance is set up at a different location or is moved at its original location. The leveling function is different for the various balance models: – Electronic level indicator (Secura® only) – Conventional level indicator (Quintix®) Note: The balance needs to be re-leveled and then adjusted each time its setup location is changed.

5.2.1

Leveling with Electronic Level Indicator (Secura®)

In Secura® models, the balance's position is checked with sensors. Instructions on the display guide the user when leveling the balance.

LEVEL

Max 120 g

d=0.00001 g

y When LEVEL appears in red at the top left of the display, you must level the balance.

0.00000 LEVEL

t To start the leveling function, select the LEVEL button. y The balance position is shown as an animation of a level indicator on the display.

Leveling Please turn each foot in the direction of the arrow as shown.

t Twist the front leveling feet of the balance in the specified direction.

A prompt appears every 2 minutes after confirmation of this “Leveling” status message if the balance has not been leveled.

y When the level indicator animation turns green, the balance is correctly leveled. Leveling The balance has been leveled.

t To exit the function, select l. t Complete the leveling by calibrating the balance.

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5.2.2

Leveling with a Conventional Level Indicator (Quintix®)

The Quintix® models are fitted with a conventional level indicator. This is located to the left of the display. The position of the air bubble in the indicator shows whether or not the balance is correctly leveled. t Twist both of the front leveling feet of the balance to move the air bubble so that it is centered in the circular marking. The figure shows which leveling foot should be twisted in which direction. Generally, both feet must be adjusted in order to position the air bubble exactly in the center of the circular marking. Examples: – If the air bubble is too far to the lower right, twist the right leveling foot counterclockwise (see figure). – If the air bubble is too far to the upper right, twist the left leveling foot clockwise. – If the air bubble is too far to the left, twist the left leveling foot counterclockwise and the right leveling foot clockwise. t Check the level indicator after each adjustment and correct if necessary. t Complete the leveling by calibrating the balance.

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Using the Balance

5.3 Operating Concept This section explains the operating options available to you so that you can familiarize yourself with the balance.

5.3.1

Operating and Display Elements

Sharp or pointed instruments (such as ballpoint pens) can damage the device! – The touchscreen should only be operated by lightly pressing it using the tips of your fingers. This can be done while wearing laboratory gloves.

1 13

LEVEL

12

Net G

11 10 9

Max 120 g

+

d=0.00001 g

41.97650

2 3 4 5

SQmin 3.05000 g

Component

1

8

6

7

1 Toolbar with currently available buttons: Zero, tare, GLP printout, print (data output) 2 Metrology line (additional info for minimum capacity Min and the verification scale interval e appear on verified balances) 3 Warning symbol to indicate calculated values, negative gross values, or values that are smaller than the minimum sample quantity (SQmin) 4 Current weight or value measured 5 Unit and stability indicator; set weight unit and display accuracy (see page 41) 6 Run application, such as saving the weight value of a component 7 Settings for the selected application 8 Menu key: Switch to menu or function selection 9 SQmin minimum weighing (Secura® only; see page 43) 10 Bar graph: Scaled display showing capacity usage (in percent) 11 Preceding symbol (±) for weight value 12 Display value ID, e.g., “G” for gross value, “Net” for net value; switch display value for application, such as net value, total value, weight value, or calculated value 13 Field for status and warning displays, and activation of isoCAL and leveling

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