Power-On Routine And Error Messages; Error Messages - Sartorius MC 5 Service Manual

Power-On Routine and Error Messages

Once your have turned on the balance using the
the balance is ready to operate.

Error Messages

On the MC 5, error messages are indicated by a code number.
All codes for operating errors, including errors in the sequence of a function, have two-digit numbers.
Error codes for hardware errors have three-digit numbers.
The error codes enable you to identify the type of operating error.
Display Meaning
Err 01 Display format overflow
Err 02 Zero point error at the start
of the CAL routine
Err 04 Control error during
multiple calibration mode
Err 06 Internal calibration weight
defective or not available
Err 10 1st tare memory disabled
when a value is stored in
2nd tare memory
Err 11 Attempt to store an invalid
number in tare memoryfor example -
using TAR -F1/
Err 20 The ></ key was pressed
before an application
program was initialized
Err 21 Reference percentage or
reference piece count setting
disabled, or this application
does not have a parameter mode
Err 22 Reference cannot be stored
for weighing in percent or counting
Err 23 Value cannot be stored
for any particular application program
Err 30 The print key was pressed
in the BPI mode; no printer on-line
Err 50 Converter error (TC range)
Err 53 Temperature sensor circuit failure
Err 54 Balance converter value below
the minimum limit
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key, " 0.000 mg " is displayed. This indicates that
Reason/Solution
The weighing system is overloaded.
Re-tare;
check system.
Check system for stability.
Check system. Return the microbalance
to the factory, if necessary.
The tare functions are
interlocked. Clear tare
memory to enable the CF/ tare key.
The readout was negative,
check sample.
For instance, you forgot
to store a reference
percentage for weighing in percent.
Code 2 3 1 is selected in the balance
operating menu. Change this code
to 2 3 2 or 2 3 3.
The weight is too light or
no sample is on the pan.
No sample is on the pan or
the readout is negative.
Connect printer.
Check system or return microbalance to the
factory in Goettingen.
Check temperaturecompensating sensor or
return microbalance to the factory in Goettingen.
Check system.
SARTORIUS MC 5 Balance
Beam at lower stop.
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