Table of Contents Chapter 1: Cautionary Notes and Warnings ........................... 1 Chapter 2: Specifications ................................ 3 Chapter 3: Parts Description ..............................4 Chapter 4: Keys, Display Indicators and Commands ....................... 6 Chapter 5: Unpacking the Scale and Getting Started ......................8 Chapter 6: Main Menu .................................
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 1: Cautionary Notes and Warnings Important handling Cautions and Warnings Always handle your scale with care. Damage caused by improper handling is not covered under the scale’s warranty. Never drop or throw any articles onto the scale’s pan or onto any other parts of the unit! DO NOT let the scale fall or...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series CAUTIONARY NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS Always handle your scale with care. The correct location and proper environment makes an important contribution to the accuracy of the weighing results of TORBAL precision scales. The optimum location for your scale: •...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 3: Parts Description Front Side Rear Pan Support Draft Ring AC Adapter Leveling Feet Bubble Level Indicator AC Adapter Socket | Service Switch Access | RS232 Port | USB Port (WiFi or Ethernet)
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 4: Keys, Display Indicators and Commands Primary Function Secondary Function Power On/Off Enter and YES (Accept) – Used to enter or accept T Tare – used to tare the weighing pan commands No (Reject) – Used to reject commands or change 0...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series In check weighing MIN indicates that the weighing Minimum result is below the selected under limit. In check weighing MAX indicates that the weighing Maximum result is above the selected over limit. In check weighing OK indicated that the weighing Accept result is between the selected limits and the result is acceptable.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 5: Unpacking the Scale and Getting Started 1. Carefully remove the scale, pan, and all of its components out of the packaging. Place them on a stable surface where the scale will not be affected by any mechanical vibrations or high air movements. 2.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 4. After leveling the scale, you may plug the AC adaptor to the AC adaptor socket located in the rear of the scale. 5. When the AC adaptor is plugged into the wall outlet, the scale will automatically turn on, and go through its initialization process.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 6: Main Menu The Main Menu is used to configure the scale and its weighing modes. There are nine options within the Main Menu: Calibration ( ), Unit ( ), Mode ( ), AZSM (), GLP (), Ports ( ), Time/Date () and Reset ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 7: Calibration () 7.1 Calibration – External: External calibration can be performed with an external calibration weight equal to the scale’s capacity. Function Options: ( ) CAL Start Force automatic internal calibration to begin. CAL Report Print Calibration Report.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 7.2 Calibration - External (NTEP Certified Legal for Trade Models Only): External calibration can be performed with an external calibration weight equal to the scale’s capacity. 6. Enter the Weighing Mode by pressing the “F” key. Select “ by pressing the “T”...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 12. Wait for the scale to tare. 13. When prompted, load a calibration weight equal to the weight displayed on the screen. (Calibration weight varies by model). 14. Wait for the scale to calibrate. ...
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Chapter 8: Units of Measure Selection () Not Legal for Trade models only TORBAL AD series scales can operate in nine different units of measure: grams (g), kilograms (kg), carats (ct), pounds (lb), Newton (N), grains (gn), ounces (oz), ounces troy (oz-t), and pennyweights (dwt).
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 9: Mode Configuration () TORBAL AD series scales can operate in six application modes: Animal Weighing (), Parts Counting (), Check Weighing (), Display Hold (), Percent Weighing (), and Totalizing (). Before an application mode can be used, it must be enabled and configured. Once the application mode is enabled it will be available for selection from the Function Menu.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 9.1 Animal Weighing Configuration Animal weighing is used to weigh live animals and other dynamic loads. A choice of 3 different operating modes and 4 different weight integration periods ensures the user the best results in the least amount of time per measurement. 1.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 5. After selecting the time interval, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. To use the function, follow the directions given in Chapter 16. To exit the mode menu press the “C” key. Table 9.1: Animal Weighing Operating Modes When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically Automatic...
Instruction Manual – AD Series 9.2 Parts Counting Configuration Parts Counting is used to count a batch of items based on their weight. A sample is taken to determine the average piece weight of the items. 1. To enable Parts Counting, select “” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Note: Larger sample size results in a more accurate average piece weight. Select a sample size greater than 10 pieces if a large weight variance might exist between the counted pieces. 4. After selecting the sample size, “ ”...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 4. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 18. To exit the mode menu use the “C” key.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 9.4 Display Hold Configuration Display Hold is used to lock a weight reading on the screen, even after the weighed object has been removed from the pan. 1. To enable Display Hold, select “” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Table 9.4: Display Hold Operating Modes Automatic Display Hold Initialization: Automatic When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically lock and hold the first stable weight reading on the Result Clearing: Automatic display. When the weight is removed the scale will Tare: Automatic automatically clear the result.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 9.6 Totalizing Configuration Totalizing is used to calculate the summation of multiple weights that are recorded sequentially. 1. To enable Totalizing, select “” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. 2. Commands “” and “” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Totalizing, select “” with the “T”...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 10: Auto Zero Setting Mechanism – AZSM () All AD scales are equipped with AZSM, the “Auto Zero Setting Mechanism.” AZSM automatically maintains a “center of zero” condition within +/- 6d (i.e. 6 mg on scales with 0.001g readability). To enable or disable AZSM follow the steps below.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 11: GLP Print and Data Configuration () When enabled, GLP data will appear on every printed transaction receipt. The GLP printout includes Unit ID (), User ID (), Project No. (), Notes / Remarks field, and a Signature field. ...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series To enable and configure GLP data printing, follow the steps below. 1. Press the “M” key. Select “” by pressing the “T” (YES) key. 2. Select “SET” by pressing the “T” (YES) key. 3.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 0” key ( 6. Press the “ NO) to increment a digit. Press the “T” (YES) to accept and add a digit. 7. Press the “F” key to accept the entire setting. Press the “C” key to clear and start over. ...
After a weighing or counting transaction is completed, a result data receipt can be printed. To initiate printing, press the “P” key. Data may be sent to a printer or a PC via the Torbal Communication Software. USB and RS232 Ports The scale is equipped with both USB and RS232 interface ports.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 2. Choose the baud rate to be used (“”, “”, “”, “”, “”, “”, “”, and “”). To confirm the selection, press the “T” key. Example (Selecting 9600): 12.2 Bits 1. To configure the number of bits select “” by pressing the “T” key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series 12.4 Send – Sending Data to PC or Printer 1. To configure the data sending format type select “” by pressing the “T” key. 2. Choose the data sanding format (“”, “”,“”, “”,“ and “”). To confirm the selection, press the “T”...
Instruction Manual – AD Series 12.5 Installing Drivers Before connecting the scale to a computer the USB Port must be configured with the appropriate baud rate and other necessary parameters. To configure the USB Port, follow configuration steps from this chapter and apply them to the USB settings.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 2. Windows will begin installation of the driver, when completed click “Finish”. 3. Once installation of the driver has been completed the scale is ready to communicate with the PC via the USB port. 12.6 Data Transmission and Exchange Protocol Data Transmission (LONG): Transmission Parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 4800bps, Exchange data:...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series ‘Tare the weight’ (corresponds to the T key in weighing): ▪ ComputerScale: S T CR LF (53h 54h 0Dh 0Ah), ScaleComputer: no response. ‘Zero the scale’ (corresponds to the key 0 in weighing): ▪ ComputerScale: S Z CR LF (53h 5Ah 0Dh 0Ah), ScaleComputer: no reponse.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 13: Time & Date () To set the current time and date, follow the steps below. 13.1 Time 1. Press the “M” key. Select “” by pressing the “T” key. 2. Select “” by pressing the T key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series 13.2 Date 1. Press the “M” key. Select “” by pressing the “T” key. 2. Select “” by pressing the T key. 3. The current date will be displayed. To change the date, press the “T” key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 14: Restoring Default Factory Settings () The Reset function resets all modes and applications as well as restores default factory settings. To restore default factory settings follow the steps below. 1. Press the “M” key. Select “” by pressing the “T” key. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 15: Weighing () 1. To enter Weighing Mode, press the “F” key. Select “ by pressing the T key. 2. Wait for the stabilization indicator to appear. . 3. When weighing, always place the mass in the middle of the pan.
Instruction Manual – AD Series 3. Re-zero the scale by pressing the zeroing key. 4. When finished re-zeroing, the scale will return to Weighing Mode and the display will indicate “0”. A new center of zero has been set, and the scale is ready for weighing. ....
Instruction Manual – AD Series 4. When finished taring, the balance will return to Weighing Mode. The display will indicate “0”, and the NET indicator will be shown on the display signaling the next weight taken is a NET result. ...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 16: Animal Weighing () Animal weighing is used to weigh live animals and other dynamic loads. A choice of 3 different operating modes and 4 different weight integration periods ensures the user the best results in the least amount of time per measurement. An “A”...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Manual: When set to manual, animal weighing must be initialized manually by pressing the “F” key. 4. Once the animal weighing process is initialized, the scale will display the time interval that was selected in the configuration mode and begin counting down.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Semi-Automatic and Manual: When set to Semi-Automatic or Manual, the weighing result will remain displayed and it must be manually cleared after the animal has been removed. To clear the weighing result, press the “C” key. After the result has been cleared, tare the scale by pressing the “T”...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 17: Parts Counting () Parts Counting is used to count a batch of items based on their weight. A sample is taken to determine the average piece weight of the items. A “B” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Parts Counting mode. 1.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 4. After confirming the sample size, the display will read “.” Place the sample into the weighing container. Note: Minimum individual piece weight must be equal to or greater than 3e. Attempting to set an average individual piece weight which is lower than 3e will result in a Sample Low Error ().
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 8. Once an accurate piece count has been taken, the container and its contents may be removed from the scale. 9. After the container with the counted pieces has been removed, the command “---, ”...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 18: Check Weighing () The check weighing function is used to compare the weight of an object against a preset target range. To set the limits and use the check weighing function follow the steps below. A “C” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Check Weighing mode.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Table 18.1; Example: Setting a weight limit of 20.123g Current display Action to take Key to use Number of depressions Display becomes 0 (No) Increment the digit Accept and go to next digit T (Yes) Insert a decimal Print 20.0...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series 5. The scale is now ready to use. To perform check weighing place your object on the pan to check whether the weight of the object falls within the designated range. If the weight is less than the lower limit the scale will display the weight of the object and the command “”.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 19: Display Hold () Display Hold is used to lock a weight reading on the screen, even after the weighed object has been removed from the pan. A “D” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Display Hold mode. 1.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Manual: When set to Manual, press the “F” key to lock the result on the screen. . 4. Clearing the display Automatic: When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically clear the result from the screen when the weight is removed from the container.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 20: Percent Weighing () Percent Weighing is used to compare the relative weight of an unknown item to that of a previously stored sample. An “E” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Percent Weighing mode. 1.
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Instruction Manual – AD Series To change the sample weight, place a new sample in the weighing container when “” is displayed. Once stabilized, press the “T” (Yes) key to accept the new weight. . Note: The reference sample must be equal to or greater than 100d. Attempting to set a sample lower than 100d will result in a ...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Note: To change the initial sample press “CLR” and repeat Steps 1 to 3. If the same sample weight is used, the scale can be tared without clearing the function and new objects can be weighed. 6.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 21: Totalizing () Totalizing is used to calculate the summation of multiple weights that are recorded sequentially. An “F” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Totalizing Mode. 1. To enter Totalizing Mode, press the “F” key. Select “” by pressing the “T” key. ...
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Instruction Manual – AD Series Manual: When set to Manual, press the “F” key to add the weight to the total. A TOTAL indicator will appear on the display. . Note: With each added weight, the grand total result will appear on the display for approximately three seconds.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 22: Sealing the Calibration Switch (Legal for Trade models only) Depending on individual state law, the calibration feature of the scale may be required to be sealed by an NIST/NTEP official. To seal the calibration feature, follow the instructions below. The scale can be sealed in two ways by using either a paper seal or a wire seal.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 23: Common Errors and Trouble Shooting Error or Indicator Cause Explanation / Solution - - - - Below Zero Re-zero the scale by pressing the “0“ key. Taring is not allowed Place a weight on the pan before taking a tare.
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 24: Maintenance Cleaning and maintaining your Prescription Scale: • Before cleaning the scale always unplug the A/C adapter from the electrical outlet. • Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the exterior housing of your scale. •...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 26: Replacement Parts Description Part No. A/C Adaptor 301054 Pan (115mm) 501094 Pan Base 501095 RS232 Printer Cable...
Instruction Manual – AD Series Chapter 27: Limited Warranty PURCHASER’S WARRANTY Warranty is valid only if your product has been registers within 30 days of receipt This product is a precision device made to exacting standards of scientific accuracy. It is guaranteed to have been adjusted and inspected for proper workmanship and performance, and certified for its currently advertised specifications before shipment.
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Scientific Industries, Inc. 80 Orville Dr. Bohemia, NY 11716 Tel. (973)473-6900 Fax. (973)777-8302 www.torbalscales.com ...
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