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Operating Instructions
Original Operating Instructions
Secura
, Quintix
, Practum
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Laboratory Balances
98648-019-43

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Original Operating Instructions Secura , Quintix , Practum ® ® ® Laboratory Balances 98648-019-43...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 7 Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 .1 Mass Unit Conversion .

  • Page 4: User Information

    User Information User Information 1.1 Warning/Danger Symbols Warning/danger symbols used in these instructions: This symbol identifies hazards that have a high probability of resulting in death or serious physical injury if not avoided . This symbol identifies hazards that can result in moderate or mild injuries if not avoided .

  • Page 5: Application Advice/Technical Support

    User Information The following symbols are used in these instructions: Indicates a required action y Describes what happens after you have performed a particular step Perform steps in the specified order: 1 . First action 2 . Second action 3 . … –...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    . Immediately disconnect the damaged equipment from the power by pulling the plug to turn off the power . Do not expose the balance and the accessories supplied by Sartorius to extreme temperatures, aggressive chemical vapors, moisture, shocks, vibration, or strong electro- magnetic fields.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Safety Information Hazards during Installation and Operation If glass breaks, there is a risk of injury posed by cuts on glass edges . Lay the cables where they pose no risk of causing someone to trip . Observe the additional safety and danger information in the following chapters . 2.3 Intended Use This high-resolution balance is designed and intended for use only in laboratories and indoor areas under normal atmospheric conditions .

  • Page 8: General View Of The Equipment

    General View of the Equipment General View of the Equipment Pos. Name and Function Pos. Name and Function Weighing pan Fastening point for an optional “Kensington” key lock Shield disk Menu access switch: locks various functions and units when balances are verified Leveling feet USB port for mini AB Touch screen...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started The balance must be disconnected from the mains power for all assembly work . 4.1 Unpacking and Equipment Supplied Open the packaging, making sure to remove all parts carefully . After unpacking the device, check it immediately for any external damage . y If you detect any damage, proceed as directed in the chapter entitled “Care and maintenance .”...

  • Page 10: Installing The Balance

    Getting Started Installing the Balance Secura Models: Balance with Draft Shield ® Install the following parts in the order listed: – In-use dust cover – Turn the draft shield lock to “unlocked” – Put the draft shield (1) on the balance . Note: Use both hands to hold the top struts of the draft shield .
  • Page 11 Getting Started Inserting (or Removing) Glass Panels 1) Holding it by its rear edge, pull the draft shield cover up and remove it . 2) Push the three glass panels into the draft shield guide, all the way to the front . 3) Then replace the draft shield cover .

  • Page 12: Choosing A Location

    Getting Started Choosing a Location Select the right setup location: – Set up the device on a stable, even surface that is not exposed to vibrations (e .g ., weighing stone) . – Maintain free access to the device at all times . Choose a location that is not subject to the following negative influences: –...

  • Page 13: Moving The Balance

    Getting Started Moving the Balance Moving the Balance over Short Distances in the Lab Avoid glass breakage, shocks, and vibrations: Never lift or carry the balance when holding it by its draft shield! Hold the balance under the housing, lift it up carefully, and carry it to its new location .

  • Page 14: Ac Power Supply

    Getting Started AC Power Supply AC Adapter Assembly Fatal electric shocks can be caused by use of the incorrect power plug adapter or improper use of the power plug adapter. Attach the country-specific power plug adapter to the AC adapter . The power plug adapter must be suitable for the wall outlet at the installation location .

  • Page 15: Warm-Up Time

    . If the stated supply voltage does not comply with the local supply voltage or there is no suitable AC adapter available: Do not use the AC adapter . Contact Sartorius Service . Only use original Sartorius AC adapters .

  • Page 16: Switching On The Balance

    Getting Started 4.7 Switching On the Balance Touch j on the display to switch on the balance . y When the balance is switched on for the first time or when it has been reset to the factory settings, the startup wizard appears . 4.7.1 Startup Wizard (software version “APC: 01-70-03 .00”...
  • Page 17 Getting Started y The current date is displayed . Date If the date is displayed correctly, select l to confirm . 2021-07-15 To adjust the date manually, if required, touch t, enter the current date and confirm with l . y The Time format settings window appears: Time format Select how the time is displayed and printed out .

  • Page 18: Below-Balance Weighing

    Getting Started Below-balance Weighing A port for a below-balance weighing hook is located on the bottom of the balance . Install a draft protection shield . Lift cover plate out of the bottom of the balance . When doing this, put the balance to one side and not on the weighing pan side . Placing the balance on the weighing pan side may lead to measurement inaccuracies and damage to the balance! Attach a wire (or similar) to the sample and hang it on the notched hook .

  • Page 19: Anti-Theft Locking Device

    Getting Started Anti-theft Locking Device A “Kensington” key lock cable can be installed at the fastening point on the back of the balance if required . The balance can also be secured in place at the installation location with a chain or lock, for example .

  • Page 20: Using The Balance

    Using the Balance Using the Balance 5.1 Switching the Balance On/Off (Standby) y The Leveling screen is displayed first after any model is switched on . Level the balance if necessary . The actual weighing screen is only displayed after isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g...

  • Page 21: Leveling

    Using the Balance 5.2 Leveling The balance must be level to ensure precise weighing results . Leveling the balance compensates for slant or unevenness at the place of installation by twisting the front leveling feet of the balance . The balance needs to be re-leveled and adjusted each time its setup location is changed .

  • Page 22: Leveling With A Conventional Level Indicator (Quintix ® And Practum ® )

    Using the Balance 5.2.2 Leveling with a Conventional Level Indicator (Quintix and Practum ® ® The Quintix and Practum models are fitted with a conventional level indicator . ® ® This is located to the left of the display . The position of the air bubble in the indicator shows whether or not the balance is correctly leveled .

  • Page 23: Operating Concept

    Using the Balance 5.3 Operating Concept This section describes the operational possibilities of your balance . 5.3.1 Operating and Display Elements on the Display Sharp or pointed instruments (such as ballpoint pens) can damage the device. – The touch screen should only be operated by lightly touching it with your fingertips .

  • Page 24: The Menu

    Using the Balance 5.3.2 The Menu All balance application and settings can be accessed via the balance menu . To access the menu, select the Menu key located at the bottom left of the display in any application . y The menu appears . Weighing Mixing Statistics...

  • Page 25: Enter Figures On The Keypad

    Using the Balance 5.3.3 Enter Figures on the Keypad Numerical values can be entered for many applications or system settings (such as 0000000 a minimum value for the Checkweighing application) . A keypad appears on the display, which can be used for this purpose . To enter numbers or values, touch the corresponding numbers in order .

  • Page 26: Accessing An Application In The Menu

    Using the Balance 5.3.5 Accessing an Application in the Menu The right-hand side of the display shows available applications for various weighing tasks which can be carried out with the balance . You can scroll up and down through the menu to select the desired application . To scroll through the menu, place a finger on the display and drag it slowly up or Weighing Mixing...
  • Page 27 Using the Balance Statistics (Secura and Quintix only; see page 49) ® ® Use this application to save weight and calculated values and statistically analyze them . You can save up to 99 components . Components (Secura and Quintix only; see page 52) ®...

  • Page 28: System Settings (Setup Menu)

    System Settings (Setup Menu) System Settings (Setup Menu) Settings (Setup menu) contain all basic settings for the balance . Not all functions/settings are available on verified balances . 6.1 Accessing the Menu and Changing Settings Select the Menu key in any application . y The menu appears .

  • Page 29: List Of Available Settings

    System Settings (Setup Menu) 6.2 List of Available Settings This section contains information on all basic balance settings which can be defined Settings in the menu . 6.2.1 Language Set the display language here . English is the default language (see “Setting the Language Language”...

  • Page 30: Date And Time

    System Settings (Setup Menu) y The Language settings window appears . Language Deutsch (German) Select the desired language, such as Deutsch Select to confirm . English Français Español y The display immediately switches to the desired language . Select to return to the menu . 6.2.2 Date and Time (Secura and Quintix...

  • Page 31: Device Information

    ® ® procedures, including deviations identified, can be viewed and output to a PC or Calibration report Sartorius lab printer . isoCAL menu option (Secura ® only): Select the desired start option for isoCAL .
  • Page 32 System Settings (Setup Menu) Safety Level The Secura models monitor the following at all times: ® – whether the balance is leveled correctly – whether adjustment is necessary – whether minimum sample quantity requirements are met according to USP . Safety level menu option (Secura only):...
  • Page 33 System Settings (Setup Menu) Ambient conditions Under Stable Unstable Choose whether the conditions at the balance location are Unstable is selected, adverse ambient conditions (drafts, vibrations) are filtered by changing the measurement time for the weight values . Under Application Weighing Dosing Choose whether the balance will be used for...

  • Page 34: Printout

    System Settings (Setup Menu) 6.2.6 Printout You can configure the settings for printing and data output here . Printout Some of the settings depend on the USB port configuration (see page 36) . Printout Printout Under Manual print Define the settings for outputting logs and reports to a connected lab printer . Automatic print Manual –...

  • Page 35: Identifier (Secura Only)

    System Settings (Setup Menu) 6.2.7 Identifier (Secura ® only) Define identifiers for the printout via the button and in the ISO/GLP printout here . Identifier Under Printout Manual print , the ISO/GLP printout option must be activated . IDs Set device ID can be a maximum 14 characters long .

  • Page 36: Usb Port

    Various options are available in the menu depending on the cable and peripheral device connected to the balance . The balance automatically detects the connection type . PC-SBI PC-xBPI PC spreadsheet format Sartorius order no.: USB Host PC text format YCC04-D09 (Master) Mini-B...
  • Page 37 System Settings (Setup Menu) Additional menu option if “PC spreadsheet format” has been selected: Spreadsheet menu option: – Decimal markers Decimal point – (factory setting): The numerical value is copied to the PC program with a decimal point (e .g . 99 .963 g) . Decimal comma –...

  • Page 38: Display Brightness

    System Settings (Setup Menu) 2) Connection with Sartorius lab printer via the supplied printer cable Device / Protocol menu option: Select the desired setting for connection to the printer . YDP30 | YDP40 – : The connected printer is automatically detected and the connection is established .

  • Page 39: More Settings

    Use this function to register the balance memory as a USB removable data carrier on a PC . This function is required by the Sartorius Service Center or when installing the PC driver for the virtual COM port . Further information can be found in Chapter “USB Port”...
  • Page 40 System Settings (Setup Menu) Lock Menu (Quintix ® and Practum ® Use this function to lock or unlock the menu . Hold down the Menu key for longer than 10 seconds . Confirm with Lock . Supervisor lock Lock menu? Lock Accessing the menu or unlocking it again: Hold down the Menu key for longer than 10 seconds .

  • Page 41: Weighing

    Weighing Weighing Purpose: Use this application to determine the weight of a sample within the device’s specific weighing range (see “Specifications”) . t Select the Menu key in any application . Weighing t Select the symbol in the menu . Weighing y The application appears .

  • Page 42: Mass Unit Conversion

    Weighing 7.1 Mass Unit Conversion Purpose: Configure the weight unit and accuracy of the weight value . Not all units can be selected on balances used for legal metrology . The user can only switch between metric units (milligram, gram, kilogram) . To switch to another unit, select the Unit button on the weighing display .
  • Page 43 Weighing Conversion Factors for Weight Units The table contains common weight units and their conversion factors in relation to the gram . The balance can work in the following units as and when needed (with verified balances, this is only possible if the country‘s laws regarding legal metrology and verification permit this): Unit Factor...

  • Page 44: Sqmin Minimum Weighing (Secura Only)

    Weighing 7.2 SQmin Minimum Weighing (Secura only) ® Purpose: This function is used to compare the weight value with the defined minimum sample quantity (SQmin = sample quantity minimum) . This ensures that weighing results are above the specified minimum weight defined by your quality assurance system . This function is used to observe the minimum weight in order to meet the criteria of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), for example .

  • Page 45: Individual Identifiers (Secura Only)

    . This ID is queried before each printout . Prerequisites: – The balance must be connected to a Sartorius lab printer or PC for printouts (see “USB Port” on page 79) . – The settings for individual identifiers can be configured in the system settings...

  • Page 46: Mixing (Secura And Quintix Only)

    Weighing 7.4 Mixing (Secura and Quintix only) ® ® Purpose: Use this application to weigh up to 99 components one after the other for a mixture or formula in one container . The balance is automatically tared after each component is weighed .
  • Page 47 Weighing Place the first component on the weighing pan . y The weight value is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 8.06 SQmin 1.00 g Component To save the component, select y The component is saved, and the balance is automatically tared . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g...
  • Page 48 The total weight is displayed and the application switches back to its original state . Printing Results Prerequisites: For printouts, a printer (e .g ., Sartorius YDP40) or PC must be connected and configured (see “USB Port” on page 79) . In the Mixing...

  • Page 49: Statistics (Secura And Quintix Only)

    Weighing 7.5 Statistics (Secura and Quintix only) ® ® Purpose: Save weight values and statistically evaluate them . You can save up to 99 components . The values are generated as results: – Number of components – Average – Standard deviation –...
  • Page 50 Weighing t Select to tare . t Place the first component on the weighing pan . y The weight value is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 18.75 Component t To save the component, select t Remove the first component from the weighing pan and place the next component on the balance .
  • Page 51 Weighing y The following values are displayed as an intermediate result: Report – Number of saved components Number of components: Average: x 18.740 g – Average Standard deviation: s 0.000 g – Standard deviation Variation coefficient: sRel 0.00 % Total: Sum 18.74 g –...

  • Page 52: Totalizing Components (Secura And Quintix Only)

    Weighing 7.6 Totalizing Components (Secura and Quintix only) ® ® Purpose: Totalize weight values . You can save up to 99 components . This allows you to save components that must be weighed in various containers . Each container can be tared before each component is weighed . Example: You have a formula, the components of which should not be mixed together immediately .
  • Page 53 Weighing Place the first component on the weighing pan . y The weight value is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 7.67 Component To save the component, select Remove the load from the balance . Place the container for the second component on the weighing pan . Select to tare .
  • Page 54 The application returns to its original state . Printing Results Prerequisites: For printouts, a Sartorius printer YDP40 or PC must be connected and configured (see “USB Port” on page 79) . y If a printer is connected, an additional button automatically appears at the top right of the display .

  • Page 55: Density

    ρ = (W / (W )) * ρ Buoyancy: Prerequisites: A Sartorius density determination kit is required for this function: – for analytical balances YDK03 – for precision balances YDK04 . Mount the density determination kit on the balance and prepare it as described in the kit instructions .
  • Page 56 Weighing To change the density of the buoyancy liquid, select the gray button . Density of liquid 0.9982 g/cm Density y The settings window appears . Density Density of liquid Accuracy Enter the density of the buoyancy liquid on the left . 0.9982 g/cm³...
  • Page 57 Weighing To save the weight value, select Remove the sample from the weighing pan and place it in the sample holder of the density determination kit using forceps . ! Ensure that the sample is completely submerged in the buoyancy liquid and that no air bubbles have formed on the sample .
  • Page 58 Weighing Density Values of H O at Temperature T (in °C) T/°C 10 . 0 .99973 0 .99972 0 .99971 0 .99970 0 .99969 0 .99968 0 .99967 0 .99966 0 .99965 0 .99964 11 . 0 .99963 0 .99962 0 .99961 0 .99960 0 .99959...

  • Page 59: Percentage

    Weighing 7.8 Percentage Purpose: This application is used to determine the percentage share or the percentage difference of the sample related to a reference weight . Select the Menu key in any application . Select the Percentage symbol in the menu . y The Percentage application appears .
  • Page 60 Weighing Place the reference sample on the weighing pan . y The weight of the reference sample is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 11.66 Reference 10.0 Select y The display shows the reference percentage . Reference weight The weight of the reference sample is displayed under isoCAL Max 2100 g...
  • Page 61 Weighing To view the sample weight, select the button on the weighing display . y The weight of the sample is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 24.01 Reference weight 15.52 To change back to viewing the percentage, select the button again .

  • Page 62: Conversion (Secura And Quintix Only)

    Weighing 7.9 Conversion (Secura and Quintix only) ® ® Purpose: Use this application to multiply the weight value by a user-defined factor . Division is also possible if a factor of less than one is selected . The selected factor is saved to protected memory .
  • Page 63 Weighing Place the sample on the weighing pan . y The weight of the sample is multiplied by the entered factor, and the result is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 563.3 Factor 16.03335 Place additional samples on the weighing pan, if any, to multiply their weights by the entered factor .

  • Page 64: Unstable Condition

    Weighing 7.10 Unstable Condition Purpose: Use this application with moving samples (such as live animals) and for weighing in unstable environments . A measurement cycle is automatically carried out with a defined number of measurements for each object to be weighed . The individual measurements are averaged, and this average is displayed as the result .
  • Page 65 Weighing Place the animal in the container . Manual If the start of measurement is set to , select Auto If the start of measurement is set to , the measurement begins as soon as the individual weight values fall within the preset fluctuation range/instability . y The specified number of measurements is carried out .

  • Page 66: Checkweighing

    Weighing 7.11 Checkweighing Purpose: Use this application to check whether a weight value falls within the specified tolerances . This application also makes it easy to fill sample materials to a specified target weight . Select the Menu key in any application . Select the Checkweighing symbol in the menu .
  • Page 67 Weighing Select to tare . Select Place the sample on the weighing pan . y The weight value is displayed . The colored bar indicates whether the weight value falls within the thresholds: isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g – Yellow: The weight value is too low .

  • Page 68: Peak Hold

    Weighing 7.12 Peak Hold Purpose: Use this application to calculate the maximum weight value of a sample (peak value) . The value remains on the display for five seconds after the sample has been removed from the balance . Example: Use for measuring release force during an experiment, or use when a load is so big that the balance display is hidden from view during weighing .
  • Page 69 Weighing y The maximum measured weight value is displayed and kept as long as the sample remains on the balance . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 51.00 Hold Apply Hold To display the current weight value, select the button on the weighing Hold display .

  • Page 70: Counting

    Weighing 7.13 Counting Purpose: Use this application to determine the number of parts of approximately equal weight . The weight of a counted reference sample is calculated and then the objects with an unknown piece count are weighed . The balance displays the number of parts and the piece weight .
  • Page 71 Weighing Select to tare . Place the set number of reference samples on the weighing pan . y The weight value is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 8.47 Reference Select y The weighing displays changes and shows the piece count . The average piece weight is shown on the weighing display .
  • Page 72 Weighing To view the total weight of the sample, select the button on the weighing display . y The total weight of the sample is displayed . isoCAL Max 2100 g d=0.01 g 22.27 Piece weight 1.6958 To change back to viewing the piece count, select the button again .

  • Page 73: Calibration And Adjustment

    Calibration and Adjustment Calibration and Adjustment During calibration, a calibration weight is used to determine how much the displayed Background value deviates from the actual measurement value . This deviation is compared against a preset target value . The subsequent adjustment corrects this deviation or reduces the permissible error limits .

  • Page 74: Calibration/Adjustment/Adjustment Using An Internal Calibration/Adjustment Weight (Secura And Quintix Only)

    Calibration and Adjustment 8.1 Calibration/Adjustment Using an Internal Calibration Weight (Secura and Quintix only) ® ® The balance is fitted with an internal calibration weight in the housing . This calibration weight is automatically placed on the balance by a motor during internal calibration and adjustment .

  • Page 75: Calibration/Adjustment Using An External Calibration Weight

    Calibration and Adjustment 8.2 Calibration/Adjustment Using an External Calibration Weight An external calibration weight is required for this function . Please note the tolerance of the calibration weight being used . In verified balances with accuracy class K external calibration/adjustment is blocked in legal metrology .

  • Page 76: Automatic Calibration/Adjustment With Isocal

    . The saved reports can be viewed via the system settings and printed out on a PC or Sartorius lab printer (see page 31) . y If the ambient temperature has changed since the last calibration/adjustment or...

  • Page 77: Iso/Glp-Compliant Printout

    ISO/GLP-compliant Printout ISO/GLP-compliant Printout 9.3.1 Characteristics The device information, ID, and the current date can be printed before (GLP header) and after (GLP footer) the values from the weighing series . The following data is printed out: GLP Header: – Date/time at the start of a weighing series –...
  • Page 78 ISO/GLP-compliant Printout y The ISO/GLP printout can have the following lines (configuration using date/time “DD-MMM-YYYY” and “12h AM/PM”): -------------------- 09-Nov-2013 02:50 pm Sartorius Mod. Secura 5101 SerNo. 0027400115 BAC: 00-51-01 APC: 01-70-02 Device 1234 A ID Inv.-Nr. 11 -------------------- L ID...

  • Page 79: Usb Port

    (e .g ., PC) . The protocols SBI and xBPI can be transmitted via the USB port . The following connections can be established with peripheral devices: PC-SBI PC-xBPI PC spreadsheet format Sartorius order no.: USB Host PC text format YCC04-D09 (Master)

  • Page 80: Direct Transfer Of Data (Pc)

    PC with Windows 7, Vista, Windows XP, or 2000 operating system – A to Mini-B USB connection cable from PC to balance, Sartorius order no . YCC04-D09 In legal metrology, data can be transmitted to a PC and used with an Alibi memory .
  • Page 81 USB Port y With the “PC spreadsheet format” setting on the balance, Microsoft Excel 2010 has the following display for the “Gross/ Tare/Net” example: y With the “ PC text format ” setting on the balance, Microsoft Word 2010 has the following display for the “Gross/Tare/Net”...
  • Page 82 USB Port Configure how Microsoft Excel treats numbers: In Excel, go to File – Options – Advanced – Editing options and set the following separators: – Decimal separator: Period – Thousand separator: Empty (none) Configure the typographical quotation marks for OpenOffice Calc: In Calc, go to Tools –...
  • Page 83 USB Port (2) USB Connection: PC-SBI and PC-xBPI Operating Mode To use the balance as a slave device for the protocols PC-SBI and PC-xBPI, first install a USB driver on the connected PC . This driver can be located in the “Driver” folder on the balance .
  • Page 84 USB Port To install the installation program for the USB driver on the PC: Click on the appropriate removable data carrier (in this case, the E: drive) and then click on the Driver folder . To select the Windows version: Click on the appropriate version of the PC .
  • Page 85 Device (Slave) Mini-A Type-B Connect the balance to the Sartorius printer using the supplied USB connection cable . y The balance detects the printer automatically . No settings need to be changed . Connections for RS-232 Configuration “9-Pin” Printer YDP 20-0CE Sartorius order no.:...

  • Page 86: Interface Specification

    USB Port 10.3 Interface Specification 10.3.1 Data Output You can define the data output parameter so that output is activated either when a manual print command is received or automatically synchronized with the display or at defined intervals (see application programs and autoprint settings) . Data Output following Print Command The print command can be transmitted by pressing the key or by software...
  • Page 87 USB Port Special Outputs Position – – Space Cal .Ext . External adjustment – – Final readout Cal .Int . Internal adjustment Underweight Carriage return High Overload Line feed Error message Position */# # Space Error number Example: Output of the weight value + 111 .255 g Position Position 1: Plus +, minus –, or space...

  • Page 88: Data Output Format With 22 Characters

    USB Port 10.3.3 Data Output Format with 22 Characters When data is output in this format, ID codes with six characters will precede data . These characters identify the subsequent value . Normal Operation ID code characters CR Carriage return Space Line feed Displayed characters...

  • Page 89: Data Input

    USB Port 10.3.4 Data Input Interface Commands (Commands) The computer connected via the data interface can send control commands to the balance to control its functions . Formats for Control Commands (Syntax) Format 1 Format 2 Escape Command character Number Underscore (ASCII: 95) Carriage return (optional) Line feed (optional)

  • Page 90: Overview Of Interface Commands

    USB Port 10.3.5 Overview of Interface Commands (Commands) Format Command Action/Function Comments ESC P Print Corresp . to menu, with/ without stability ESC T Tare or zero ESC K Filter “Very stable conditions” ESC L Filter “Stable conditions” Corresp . to menu setting “stable” ESC M Filter “Unstable conditions”...

  • Page 91: Status Messages

    Status Messages 11 Status Messages Messages appear on the display when certain events occur: – Info messages are displayed for two seconds . The program then returns automatically to its original state . – Error messages are displayed until they are acknowledged with a key . 11.1 Key Fadeout To avoid operating errors, only the available functions/keys according to the weighing situation are shown .
  • Page 92 “Unable to read file” if an error occurred when the file was being read “USB Devices” Error Message “The attached USB device is if a USB device (printer) not made by Sartorius is not supported .” connected User Manual Secura ®...

  • Page 93: Transporting The Balance

    12 Transporting the Balance Please use the original packaging for shipping . Packaging can be ordered through the Sartorius Service Center if required . Avoid glass breakage, shocks, and vibrations: Never lift or carry the balance when holding it by its draft shield! Prior to shipping, switch the balance to standby mode (see page 96) and then pull the plug.
  • Page 94 Transporting the Balance Turn the draft shield lock to “unlocked .” Next, remove the draft shield from the balance . Place the following parts into the bottom part of the packaging: – Draft shield – Balance – Base plate – Side panels –...
  • Page 95 Transporting the Balance Put packing pads over the glass panels . Insert the AC adaptor from the cardboard box into the packing pad . Put the top part of the packaging over the device parts . Next, put the packaged balance into the cardboard box and seal the box . User Manual Secura ®...

  • Page 96: Care And Maintenance

    13.1 Service To ensure the continued accuracy of your balance, we recommend scheduling regular servicing at least once a year . Sartorius Service offers different service contracts with maintenance intervals that are tailored to your needs . A calibration certificate should be issued as part of every maintenance session . Have a qualified electrician inspect the technical safety of the AC adaptor and its connections at appropriate intervals (e .g ., every two years) .
  • Page 97 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Balance Housing Disconnect from the supply voltage: Disconnect the device from the power supply . If necessary, disconnect the data cable from the balance . Never open the balance or the AC adaptor . The parts contained in these cannot be cleaned, repaired, or replaced by the operator . –...
  • Page 98 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Draft Shield A) Remove the side panels: 1) Pull the side panels towards the rear stop and lift them up carefully . 2) Pull the side panels out towards the back . B) Remove the top glass cover: 1) Holding it by its rear edge, pull the draft shield cover up .
  • Page 99 Care and Maintenance C) Remove the front and rear glass: 4) Lift the frame cover . 5) Pull the frame cover out . Remove the Torx key up from the draft shield under the cover . 6) Turn the key approx . two times to loosen the Torx screws . User Manual Secura ®...
  • Page 100 Care and Maintenance 7) Pull out the draft shield frame from the side of the guide and remove the draft shield frame by pulling up . 8) Pull out the front and rear glass panels (upwards) . User Manual Secura ®...
  • Page 101 Care and Maintenance Assembling the Draft Shield Place the front and rear glass panels back into the guide . Center the draft shield frame in the guide . Press the draft shield frame down against the stop and secure it again with both Torx screws .

  • Page 102: Disposal

    2) In the menu bar, select “Service .” 3) Then select “Disposal Information .” 4) The addresses of the local Sartorius disposal contacts can be found in the PDF files listed on this page . Sartorius will not take back equipment contaminated with hazardous materials (ABC contamination) –...

  • Page 103: Specifications

    Protection class II in accordance with EN/IEC 60950-1 | up to 3000 m above sea level IP40 in accordance with EN 60529/IEC 60529 Balance Supply voltage Only via Sartorius AC adapter YEPS01-PS4 or YEPS01-PS5 with replaceable country- specific power plug adapters Power consumption 4 .5 (typically)

  • Page 104: Model-Specific Data

    Specifications 15.2 Model-specific Data Secura ® Model Weighing capacity 1,100 610 6100 5100 3100 2100 1100 6,100 3,100 Readability 0 .1 0 .1 Repeatability 0 .1 0 .1 (standard deviation) Linearity deviation 0 .2 0 .2 Min . initial weight according 0 .12 0 .12 1 .5...
  • Page 105 Specifications Quintix ® Model 612-1 412-1 6101-1 5101-1 2101-1 6100-1 5100-1 Weighing capacity 6100 5100 2100 6100 5100 Readability 1000 1000 Repeatability (standard deviation) Linearity deviation 1000 1000 Sensitivity drift ± ppm/K 4 between +10 to +30°C Typical stabilization time 1 .5 1 .5 1 .5...

  • Page 106: Verified Models With Country-Specific Type Approval Certificate

    Specifications 15.3 Verified Models with Country-specific Type Approval Certificate Secura ® Model 224-1x ) 124-1x ) 1103-1x ) 613-1x ) 513-1x ) 313-1x ) 213-1x ) 6102-1x ) 5102-1x ) 3102-1x Accuracy class Type SQP-A SQP-A SQP-I SQP-B SQP-B SQP-B SQP-B SQP-C SQP-C...
  • Page 107 Specifications Quintix ® Model 224-1x 124-1x 64-1x 613-1x 513-1x 313-1x 213-1x 6102-1x ) 5102-1x Accuracy class Type SQP-A SQP-A SQP-A SQP-B SQP-B SQP-B SQP-B SQP-C SQP-C 6,100 5,100 Scale interval d 0 .1 0 .1 0 .1 Verification scale interval e Min (only for Models .
  • Page 108 Specifications Practum ® Model 224-1x 124-1x 64-1x 513-1x 313-1x 213-1x 3102-1x 2102-1x Accuracy class Type SQP-A SQP-A SQP-A SQP-B SQP-B SQP-B SQP-C SQP-C 3100 2100 Scale interval d 0 .1 0 .1 0 .1 Verification scale interval e Min (only for Models . . .-1OIN) 5,000 5,000 Tare equalization range (subtractive)

  • Page 109: Accessories

    Specifications 15.4 Accessories General Information Set of rechargeable batteries for standard laboratory balances YRB11Z Draft shield for precision balances YDS01SQP Round glass draft shield for milligram balances YDS02SQP In-use dust cover for analytical balances 6960SE01 In-use dust cover for precision balances 6960SE02 Dust cover for analytical balances with draft shield 6960SE03...

  • Page 110: Balance Dimensions

    Specifications 15.5 Balance Dimensions Secura ® models with readability of 0.1 mg All dimensions are given in millimeters User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 111 Specifications Quintix and Practum models with readability of 0.1 mg ® ® All dimensions are given in millimeters User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 112 Specifications Models with readability of 1 mg All dimensions are given in millimeters User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 113 Specifications : All models with a readability of ≥ 10 mg Secura ® Quintix : Models 6102..., 5102..., 3102..., 2102-1C..., 2102-1O..., 1102-1C..., 1102-1O..., 612-1C..., 612-1O... ® Practum : Models 1102-1O..., 2102-1O..., 3102..., 612-1O... ® All dimensions are given in millimeters User Manual Secura ®...
  • Page 114 Specifications Models with a readability of ≥ 100 mg Quintix ® : Models 2102-1S, 1102-1S, 612-1S, 412... Practum : Models 2102-1S, 1102-1S, 612-1S, 412... ® All dimensions are given in millimeters User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...

  • Page 115: Appendix

    EC Declaration of Conformity Appendix For verified balances, the conformity declaration supplied with the balance is valid for use in the EEA . Please retain this declaration . User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 116 Connections between the device and peripherals must be made using shielded cables in order to maintain compliance with FCC radio frequency emission limits. Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by Sartorius may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
  • Page 117 EC Type-approval Certificate User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 118 Specifications Plates and Markings User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 119 Specifications Plates and Markings User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 120 Certificate of Compliance User Manual Secura ® , Quintix ® , Practum ®...
  • Page 121 The information and figures contained in these instructions correspond to the version date specified below. Sartorius reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice. Masculine or feminine forms are used to facilitate legibility in these instructions and always simultaneously denote all genders.

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