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USER GUIDE Extech SC600 Electronic Counting Weight Scale Balance Electronic Counting Scale/Balance Model SC600 actoolsupply.com...
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Introduction Thank you for selecting the Extech Instruments Model SC600 Electronic Counting Scale/Balance. The SC600 is microprocessor controlled and uses a load cell transducer for high accuracy and optimum performance. The SC600 offers a large measurement capacity, high resolution, and large easy to read display. The slide switch on the back of the scale allows for the selection of measurement units (gram or ounce). A self‐calibration utility is built‐in and the calibration data is stored internally even upon power ...
Meter Description 5‐digit multi‐function LCD Display ‘Bubble’ Leveler Weight Platform AC Adaptor jack (9V/300mA) 3.5mm RS‐232 PC interface jack Unit of Measure select switch (grams or ounces) Power ON‐OFF switch TARE button CAL (Calibration) button Battery compartment and adjustable leveling legs located on bottom of unit. 3 SC600‐EU‐EN v1.1 1/14 actoolsupply.com...
Operation Preparing the SC600 Place the SC600 on a firm, level surface. Adjust the rubber pad legs on the bottom of the unit to level; ensure that the SC600 is level before use. The ‘bubble’ level located on the top of the SC600 can be used as an accurate level guide. Remove the protective tape from the weight platform area and install the weight platform as shown in the diagram using the 4 screws (supplied). 4 ...
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Use the recessed selector switch on the rear of the unit to select the desired unit of measure grams or ounces. The LCD display will reflect the selected unit of measure. Scale (Weighing) Operation Follow the instructions above for SC600 preparation and, when the unit is ready, gently place an object on the weight platform and read the weight measurement on the LCD display. Ensure that the weight does not exceed the maximum capacity of the SC600 as published in the specifications of this User Guide. If the weight of an object exceeds the measurement capacity of the SC600, the display will show all dashes on the upper part of the LCD display (‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐). For under‐range measurements the display shows dashes on the lower part of the display (_ _ _ _). TARE Function ...
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For a collection of objects or pieces (each piece having the same weight as the next), the SC600 can calculate the number of these objects in a collection. A group of pieces can be used as a sample example in groups of 10, 20, 50, or 100 pieces. Prepare a group of pieces (in a group size of 10, 20, 50, or 100 pieces). This will be the ‘standard’ that the SC600 uses to count subsequent collections of pieces. Do not place any pieces on the scale yet. With the SC600 powered OFF, press and hold the CAL button while switching the SC600 ON Hold the CAL button until one beep is heard ...
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2. Press the CAL button once and the display will show ‘200 grams’ 3. Press the TARE button once and the display will show ‘400 grams’ 4. Press the CAL button once again and the display value (400g) will flash six (6) times. 5. Calibration is now complete. Calibration data will be stored internally in non‐volatile memory meaning that calibration data will be saved even when the SC600 is powered OFF. 200 gram calibration: 1. After the SC600 is warmed up, gently place the 200 gram standard weight on the center of the weight platform. If the weight display does not show exactly 200 grams then continue with the procedure, otherwise calibration is not required and the procedure can end at ...
RS‐232 PC Interface The SC600 can stream data to a PC via the rear 3.5mm RS232 Output jack, the optional 407001‐ USB kit (RS232 to USB cable and driver CD) along with the 407001 software (available free at www.extech.com) are required. Battery Replacement When the low battery icon appears on the LCD (LO), the batteries must be replaced. The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the SC600. Open the battery compartment using the battery compartment latches. Replace the batteries observing correct polarity and replace the compartment carefully. Never dispose of used batteries or rechargeable batteries in household waste. As consumers, users are legally required to take used batteries to appropriate ...
Data output RS232 PC interface jack on rear of instrument Optional PC interface cable and software PN 407001 Optional USB adaptor PN 407001‐USB Over range indication Upper dashes ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ appear on the LCD Under range indication Lower dashes _ _ _ _ appear on the LCD Low battery indication ‘LO’ Battery icon appears on the LCD Power supply 6 x 1.5V AA batteries or power adaptor 9V/300mA (supplied with multi‐plugs) Power consumption 17mA DC approximately Operating Temperature 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 F) Operating Humidity < 80% RH Dimensions Base: 250 x 190 x 70mm (9.8 x 7.5 x 2.8”) Platform diameter: 120 mm (4.7”) Weight 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) 9 SC600‐EU‐EN v1.1 1/14 actoolsupply.com...