Scientech HC Series - Manual (Page 2)

Thank you for choosing a Scientech High Capacity Electronic Balance. Scientech, an ISO9001:2000 registered company, and its
employees are pleased to provide you with a balance designed and manufactured for years of reliable service. The attractive quality of
Scientech balances has been demonstrated by being certified to carry the “CE” mark of conformity.
Please read this manual completely before using your balance. This information will enable you to fully utilize your balance and
should be located nearby to be used as a quick reference guide. The balance is intended to be used only in the manner outlined in this
manual. Misuse of the balance may cause product failure.
Table of Contents:
Unpacking and Setup:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Choose the Proper Environment: ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Level the Balance: ................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Install the Weighing Pan:......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Connect to an Electrical Outlet: ............................................................................................................................................................... 4
Turn the balance on:................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Good Measurement Practices: ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Equipment:............................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Environment: ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Operator: .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Front Panel Controls: ................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Audible Beep: .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The ON/OFF Button: ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The TARE Button:................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The CAL Button: ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The MENU Button:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
The PRINT Button:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Balance Functions and Features:.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Autocalibration – To Calibrate the balance to an External Weight: ........................................................................................................ 7
Alternative Autocalibration – To Calibrate the Balance to a Heavier External Weight: ......................................................................... 7
PCount - Front Panel Parts Counting:...................................................................................................................................................... 8
UnitS - Unit of Weight Selection:............................................................................................................................................................ 8
PC-Prtr – Computer and Printer Interface Function: ............................................................................................................................... 9
bAud rt – Baud Rate Selection:................................................................................................................................................................ 9
FiltEr – Filter Selection:........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Auto 0 – Auto Zero Tracking:.................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Density Determination:............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Below Balance Weighing: ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Specific Gravity Determination: .............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Specific Gravity Determination Using the Optional SHCSG Program:............................................................................................... 10
Specific Gravity Determination Without the Optional SCHSG Program: ........................................................................................... 11
Options:........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Optional RS-232 Printers:........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
RS-232 Interface:......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
RS-232 Specifications:............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
RS-232 Cable Requirements for Connecting to a Computer: .................................................................................................................. 11
RS-232 Cable Requirements for Connecting to a Serial Printer: ............................................................................................................. 11
RS-232 Command Set from a Computer: ................................................................................................................................................ 12
Troubleshooting Guide: ............................................................................................................................................................................... 12
CE Mark: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Specifications for SHC High Capacity Balances: ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Table of Capacities and Resolutions:........................................................................................................................................................... 13
Limited Warranty:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Returned Goods Procedure: ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment: ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Notes:........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Quick Setup Guide:...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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