Table of Contents Important Safety Information Operating Guidelines Installation and Use Location Product Specifications Display Controls Packing List Unpacking Installation Getting Started Calibration Zero Tare Unit Conversion Counting Function Accumulation/Alarm Function LP50 Print Mode Setting RS232 Printout Settings Cleaning Troubleshooting Factory Testing Company Information...
Important Thank you for purchasing the FRISTADEN LAB Precision Balance. To ensure safe and reliable operation, please read the user manual carefully before use and follow all operating and safety instructions. Safety Information Use only 110V power supply. Disconnect the balance from the power supply when installing or moving the balance.
Product Specifications Model HCS Series 10.8” x 9” (275mm x 230mm) Pan size 110V Power supply Display g, ct, oz, kg, oz, t, dwt, ozt, etc. Units of measurement 5 seconds Stabilization time Functions Weighing/Counting/Zero/Tare/Print Sensor Load cell ABS body, stainless steel double-layer...
Controls Button Short Press vs. Long Press Action POWER Short press Turns balance on or off Button Short Press vs. Long Press Action Numeric keys that are used for setting Short press numeric data such as sample number, sample weight, or limit number Used as: (1) decimal point, or (2) Press •...
Packing List Fristaden Lab Counting Scale Weighing pan Weighing pan holder Power cord User manual Unpacking After unpacking, please check the contents to ensure all of the components are present and there is no damage. If parts are missing or damaged, please contact customer support.
Calibration The calibration function can auto-detect any calibration weight in multiples of 100g, i.e., 200g, 500g, 1000g, etc., as long as the weight does not exceed the maximum capacity of the balance. For scales with a maximum capacity of 2000g or greater, use a calibration weight of at least 500g. The closer the calibration weight is to the maximum capacity of the balance, the greater the accuracy of the weighing.
Counting Function Piece Weight Alarm Important! When using the counting function on the scale, the accuracy may be adversely affected if too few samples are added, or, if the sample weight is very low. Therefore, with very light samples, it is best to start with a higher number of pieces.
Accumulation Function Use M+ to find the cumulative weight and piece count of samples. For example, place a sample of 100 pcs (2kg) on the scale. Press M+ and remove the sample. Add 50 pcs (1kg), weigh, and remove. Press M+ and the total count (150 pcs) and weight (33kg) will be displayed.
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Settings (Weight) Press the Alarm key to enter Stable mode setting. Press the Zero key to switch it on and off. When this setting is on, the alarm will only sound when once the weight is stable. Press the Alarm key again to enter backlit (blk)[BE1] mode. When blk is on, the upper limit alarm will be red backlit.
Settings (Weight) Press the Alarm key to enter Stable mode setting. Press the ZERO key to switch it on or off. When this setting is on, the alarm will only sound once the weight is stable. Press the Alarm key again to enter backlit (blk) mode. When blk is on, the upper limit alarm will be red backlit.
RS232 Printout Settings Connecting the balance to a PC requires an RS232 to USB adapter serial cable (not included) and COMToo[BE1] l. COMTool is a serial communication terminal program that can transmit bytes to and from devices connected to the PC’s COM port. Using COMTool Connect the balance to the PC using the RS232 cable.
Adjusting the Baud Rate The baud rate is the rate of data transfer to the PC. It indicates how many bits per second can be transferred. The default baud rate for the balance is 9600. The baud rate settings for the balance and receiving PC must match. To adjust the baud rate: Press TARE/MENU to adjust the screen display: “08-bud.”...
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Damage or defects in The balance Replace the power cord. the power cord does not power up / display does One or both ends of Ensure both ends of the power cord are securely the power cord not connected.
Factory Testing Your balance has undergone extensive quality control (QC) testing at the laboratory prior to shipment. The following QC tests have been conducted: Margin of Error Testing is performed to verify that the margin of error is less than .03g for a .01g balance.
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