Precautions, 1 before use – Rice Lake FX-i WP Series, A&D Weighing User Manual

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3. PRECAUTIONS

To get the optimum performance from the balance and acquire accurate weight data, note the following:

3-1 Before Use

The meaning of IP65 is "No ingress of dust. Projected against water jets".

If a powerful water jet is used or the balance is immersed in water, the
ingress of water may cause damage to the balance.

Confirm that "the plug is inserted firmly into the AC adapter jack" and "the

RS-232C interface connector is covered using the terminal cover or the
waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500) is connected", when using
as a dust and waterproof balance.

When the balance is used without the terminal cover on the RS-232C

interface connector or a standard RS-232C cable is used, the balance
does not comply with IP65.

Install the balance in an environment where the temperature and humidity

are not excessive. The best operating temperature is about 20°C / 68°F at
about 50% relative humidity.

Install the balance where it is not exposed to direct sunlight and it is not

affected by heaters or air conditioners.

Install the balance where it is free of dust.

Install the balance away from equipment which produces magnetic fields.

Install the balance in a stable place avoiding vibration and shock. Corners

of rooms on the first floor are best, as they are less prone to vibration.

The weighing table should be solid and free from vibration, drafts and as

level as possible.

Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm it using the

bubble spirit level.

Ensure a stable power source when using the AC adapter.

Plug in the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes.

Calibrate the balance before use or after having moved it to another

location.

Caution

Do not install the balance where flammable or corrosive gas is present.

Good

No good

Leveling foot

Bubble spirit level

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