Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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!
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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: • Stable, vibration-free base as horizontal as possible •...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 3: Parts Description 1 Pan 2 Pan Base 3 Draft Ring 4 Weighing Chamber Base 5 Keypad 6 Adjustable Leveling Feet 7 Level Indicator 8 LCD Display 9 Weighing Chamber 10 AC Adapter Socket 11 Calibration and Service Switch 12 RS232 Serial Port 13 USB Port 12 4 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 4: Keys, Display Indicators and Commands Key Primary Function Secondary Function Power On/Off ‐ Enter and YES (Accept) – Used to enter or accept Tare – used to tare the weighing pan commands No (Reject) – Used to reject commands or change Zero – used to zero the scale values Recall – In Totalizing this key is used to recall the MENU Menu – used to access the main menu Grand Total Add/Start/Lock – In Totalizing (Manual) this key is used to add a result to the total. In Animal Weighing ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN MODE Main Menu Indicates Main Menu Functions. The weighing result has stabilized and an accurate Stability Indicator reading may be taken. 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. In totalizing this indicator signals that the displayed TOTAL Total Result result is a total sum. In parts count this indicator shows that the result is a Pieces piece count In percent weighing this indicator shows that the Percent result is a percentage. Command or Abbreviation Description ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ Taring or re‐zeroing in progress CAL ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 5: Unpacking the Scale and Getting Started 1. Carefully remove the scale, pan, and all these components out of the packaging and place them on a stable base where the scale will not be affected by any mechanical vibrations or air moments. 2. After removing the chamber base (4), draft ring (3), pan base (2) and the pan (1) from their packaging, carefully install the chamber base (4) on the case of the balance as shown below. Once the chamber bases in place, install the draft ring (3). Once components 4 and 3 are in place install the pan base onto the scale by placing it on the pan support located in the middle of the scale. Once the pan base has been installed, carefully place the pan on the base as shown below. 3. Once the pan has been installed, level the scale by adjusting the front feet (6) until the level indicator (5) shows the “air bubble” is in the center position of the sight glass. The level indicator is located in the rear left side of the scale. Correct Incorrect 7 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. Note – For Scales w/ Automatic Internal Calibration: When the AC adapter is plugged into the wall outlet for the first time, the scale will automatically and frequently initialize temperature calibration as the internal parts of the scale heat up. The scale will display “WWAIT” when calibrating. Once the internal temperature stabilizes, the scale will calibrate whenever the temperature changes by 1 degree Celsius and at two‐hour intervals. The scale loses internal temperature only when the unit is completely unplugged from the wall electrical outlet. When the unit is turned off with the On/Off key, the scale goes into standby mode and internal temperature is maintained. WWAIT 6. To put the scale into standby mode, leave the AC adaptor plugged into both the scale and the wall outlet and press the Power “OFF” button. The “OFF” indicator will light up in the upper left corner of the display signaling the scale is in standby mode. 8 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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: CALIB UNIT MMODE Ports ), Time/Date (SET TD) and Reset Calibration ( ), Unit ( ), Mode ( ), AZSM (AUTO), GLP (GLP), Ports ( RESET ). CALIB UNIT MMODE Ports AUTO SET TD RESET Note: Before entering the menu, complete and clear any active function by pressing the “CLR” key. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 7: Calibration (CALIBR) 7.1 Calibration ‐ Automatic Internal (AGCN Models): Automatic Internal Calibration Models: calibration is automatically performed every time the scale is turned ON or initialized. Calibration is also performed every time the internal temperature of the scale changes by 1°C or at 2 hour time intervals (whichever comes first). When first plugged into the electrical wall outlet, temperature calibration will be performed regularly as the internal temperature of the scale increases to its operating level. Once the temperature stabilizes temperature calibration will be performed less frequently. Calibration can be manually initialized by selecting the CAL START option from the main menu. Function Options: CAL Start Force automatic internal calibration to begin. ( START) CAL External (CAL E) Override Internal Automatic Calibration with external calibration weight. CAL Report Print Calibration Report. (report) CAL Setup Select calibration mass value lower than scale’s capacity. External Calibration (setup) not legal for trade models only. ( CaL tmm) CAL Time Set automatic calibration frequency time interval. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 7.2 Calibration – External (AGZN Models): External calibration can be performed with an external calibration weight equal to the scale’s capacity. 1. To start calibration, press the “MENU” key. Select “Calib” by pressing the “T” key. CALIB 2. Select “CAL start” by pressing the “T” key. The scale will then begin to perform calibration. start 3. Wait for the scale to tare. taring 4. When prompted, load a calibration weight equal to the weight displayed on the screen. (Calibration weight varies by model). LOAD 5. Wait for the scale to calibrate. WWAIT ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 8: Units of Measure Selection (UNIT) Not Legal for Trade models only TORBAL AGZN/AGCN 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). GRAMMS KILO CARATS NEWWTON GRAINS POUNDS OUNCE T PENNY OUNCES By factory default the scale is set to weigh in grams (g). To select a different unit, follow the steps below. 1. Press the “MENU” key. Select “UNIT” by pressing the “T” key. UNIT ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 9: Mode Configuration (MMODE) Not Legal for Trade models only TORBAL AGZN/AGCN series scales can operate in six application modes: Animal Weighing (ANIMMAL), Parts Counting (PARTS), Check Weighing (CHECK), Display Hold (DISPLAY), Percent Weighing (PERCENT), and Totalizing (TOTAL). 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. ANIMMAL PARTS CHECK DISPLAY PERCENT TOTAL density WWEIGH By factory default the scale is in the weighing mode ( ). To enable other application modes, follow the steps below. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. To enable Animal Weighing, select “ANIMMAL” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. ANIMMAL 2. Commands “An On” and “An OFF” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Animal Weighing, select “AN ON” with the “T” key. To disable Animal Weighing, select “AN OFF” with the “T” key. AN ON AN OFF 3. Animal weighing can operate in three different modes: Automatic (AUTO), Semi‐automatic (SE-AUTO) and Manual (MMANUAL) (see Table 9.1). The three operating modes will display sequentially. When the desired mode is displayed, press the “T” key to make the selection. Example (Selecting Automatic): ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN DONE î 5. After selecting the time interval, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. DONE To use the function, follow the directions given in Chapter 16. To exit the mode menu press the “CLR” key. Table 9.1: Animal Weighing Operating Modes Automatic Weighing Initialization: Automatic When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically begin the animal weighing process. Once the animal Result Clearing: Automatic is removed from the weighing pan, the scale will Tare: Automatic automatically tare and prepare for the next weighing. Semi‐Automatic Weighing Initialization: Automatic When set to Semi‐Automatic, the scale will automatically begin the animal weighing process. Result Clearing: Manual ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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 “PARTS” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. PARTS 2. Commands “Co On” and “Co OFF” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Parts Counting, select “Co ON” with the “T” key. To disable Parts Counting, select “Co OFF” with the “T” key. Co ON Co OFF 3. A sample size must be configured for establishing the average piece weight. The default sample size of 10 pieces will be displayed (SPL-10). To accept the sample size press the “T” (YES) key. To change the sample size press the 0 ” “...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. DONE î 4. After selecting the sample size, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. DONE 5. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 17. To exit the mode menu use the “CLR” key. 9.3 Check Weighing Configuration 23 The Check Weighing function is used to compare the weight of an object against a preset target range. Depending on the set tolerances, the scale will display “OVER,” “UNDER,” or “ACCEPT.” 1. To enable Check Weighing, select “CHECK” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. CHECK 2. Commands “CHK On” and “CHK OFF” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Check Weighing, select “CHK ON” with the “T” key. To disable Check Weighing, select “CHK OFF” with the “T” key. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN DONE 4. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 18. To exit the mode menu use the “CLR” key. 24 9.4 Display Hold Configuration 23 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 “DISPLAY” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. DISPLAY 2. Commands “DI On” and “DI OFF” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Display Hold, select “DI ON” with the “T” key. To disable Display Hold, select “DI OFF” with the “T” key. DI ON DI OFF ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN DONE î 4. After selecting the operating mode, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. DONE 5. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 19. To exit the mode menu use the “CLR” key. 24 Table 9.4: Display Hold Operating Modes Automatic Display Hold Initialization: When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically lock and hold the first stable weight reading on the Automatic display. When the weight is removed the scale will Result Clearing: Automatic automatically clear the result. Once the result is Tare: Automatic cleared the scale will automatically tare and prepare for the next weighing. Semi‐Automatic Display Hold Initialization: When Set to Semi‐Automatic, the scale will ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN PE OFF PE ON DONE î 3. After enabling Percent Weighing, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. DONE 4. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 20. To exit the mode menu use the “CLR” key. 9.6 Totalizing Configuration 23 Totalizing is used to calculate the summation of multiple weights that are recorded sequentially. 1. To enable Totalizing, select “TOTAL” in the Mode Menu by pressing “T” (YES) key. TOTAL ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN DONE î 4. After selecting the operating mode, “ ” will be displayed, indicating that the function has been configured and it is ready to use. DONE 5. To use the function follow the directions in Chapter 21. To exit the mode menu use the “CLR” key. Table 9.6: Totalizing Operating Modes Automatic Totalizing and Adding: Automatic When set to Automatic, the scale will automatically add the first stable weight reading to the total. Manual Totalizing and Adding: Manual When set to Manual each weigh has to be manually added to the total by pressing a designated key. 9.7 Density Measurement Configuration 23 The density calculation feature is used to assist in calculation of density in solids and liquids. To perform density calculation, a Density Kit (part no. AGC9171) is required. Calculation Formula ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 2. Commands “den On” and “den OFF” will be displayed sequentially. To enable Density Measurement, select “den ON” with the “T” key. To disable Totalizing, select “den OFF” with the “T” key. den OFF den ON 9.7.1 Solid 1. To configure the function for density measurement of a SOLID press the T key when command “solid" is displayed. Solid 2. Options “H2O" H2O (distilled water), “ETHANOL" ETHANOL, and “OTHER" OTHER will scroll sequentially. Select the liquid that will be used in this density calculation by pressing the T key when the corresponding command is displayed. eTHANOL other ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 3. Once the liquid for your density calculation has been selected, command t °C will be displayed indicating to key in the temperature of the liquid. Key in the temperature of the liquid with a precision to 0.5 (half a degree Celsius). To key in the temperature of the liquid, use the following keys: To key in the density value of the liquid, use the following keys: The 0 key to increment a digit, the T key to accept and go to the next digit, and FUNCTION to accept the setting. To increment a digit To accept and add the next digit To insert a decimal To accept the setting Press the T key to overwrite previously stored temperature value 9.7.2 Liquid 1. To configure the function for density measurement of a Liquid press the T key when command “liquid" is displayed. Liquid 2.
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 10: Auto Zero Setting Mechanism – AZSM (AUTO) All AGZN/AGCN 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. 1. Press the “MENU” key. Select “AUTO” by pressing the “T” key. AUTO 2. To enable AZSM press the “T” key when “AUTO ON” is displayed. To disable AZSM press the “T” key when “AUT OFF” is displayed. AUT ON AUT OFF ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 11: GLP Print and Data Configuration (GLP) When enabled, GLP data will appear on every printed transaction receipt. The GLP printout includes Unit ID (UNIT ID), User ID (USER ID), Project No. (PROJECT), Notes / Remarks field, and a Signature field. UNIT ID USER ID PROJECT Example of printout: 25 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN To enable and configure GLP data printing, follow the steps below. 1. Press the “MENU” key. Select “GLP” by pressing the “T” (YES) key. 2. Select “SET” by pressing the “T” (YES) key. 3. To enable GLP, press the “T” key when “ON” is displayed. To disable GLP, press the “T” key when “OFF” is displayed. 4. Once enabled, configurable options including Unit ID (UNIT ID), User ID (USER ID), Project No. (PROJECT) will display. Select an option by pressing the “T” key. Example (Selecting Model): unit Id ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 0 ” key ( 6. Press the “ NO) to increment a digit. Press the “T” (YES) to accept and add a digit. 7. Press the “FUNCTION” key to accept the entire setting. Press the “CLR” key to clear and start over. 1234 To become familiar with entering a value, refer to the example in Table 11.1. Table 11.1: Setting a Model Number Current display Action to take Key to use Number of depressions Display becomes (No) ‐ ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 12: Printing Data and Communication Ports (PORTS) After a weighing or counting transaction is completed, a result data receipt can be printed. To initiate printing, press the data transfer 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. These interfaces are both configurable through the Ports menu. The USB and RS232 can be configured by their baud rate, number of bits, and parity type. PoRTS 1. To configure the ports, press the Menu key. Select “ ” by pressing the “T” key. PoRTS 2. Choose the ports to be configured by selecting “RS232” or “USB”. Confirm the selection by pressing the “T” key. RS232 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 2. Choose the baud rate to be used (“1200”, “2400”, “4800”, “9600”, “19200”, “38400”, “57600”, and “115200”). To confirm the selection, press the “T” key. Example (Selecting 9600): 9600 12.2 Bits 1. To configure the number of bits select “bIts” by pressing the “T” key. bIts 2. Choose “7 bIts” or “8 bIts”. To confirm the selection, press the “T” key. 7 - bIt 8 - bIt ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 12.4 Send – Sending Data to PC or Printer 1. To configure the data sending format type select “Senf” by pressing the “T” key. Send 2. Choose the data sanding format (“off”, “Stab”,“noStab”, “AUTO”,“REMOVE" and “even”). To confirm the selection, press the “T” key. Stable Required Stable weighing result is required before data is Stab (Stab) sent No Stability Required Result is sent as soon as the transfer data button is NoStab (NOstab) pressed. Scale does not wait for a stable result Automatic Weighing result is automatically transferred from Auto (auto) the scale after it stabilizes (no push key required) Continuously Weighing results is continuously transferred from Cont (Cont) the scale at all times. (no push key and no stability required) Remove Weighing result is automatically transferred from ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. PC Connection via USB Once the USB port has been configured, connect the scale to the PC with a Standard A/B USB cable and follow the “Found New Hardware” configuration wizard as described below. 1. Allow Windows to connect to Windows Update in order to search for software. Select “Yes, this time only” and click “Next”. Once driver “FT232R USB UART” has been found, select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” and click “Next. 31 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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: Transmit the weight (equivalent to the Print Key, , in weighing: Computer→Scale: S I CR LF (53h 49h 0Dh 0Ah) – initiating signal, Scale→Computer: scale sends 16 Bytes of data as follows: Byte 1 ‐ The charater ‘‐‘ or space Byte 2 ‐ space Bytes 3,4 ‐ digit or space Bytes ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN ‘Tare the weight’ (corresponds to the →T← key in weighing): Computer→Scale: S T CR LF (53h 54h 0Dh 0Ah), Scale→Computer: no response. ‘Zero the scale’ (corresponds to the key →0← in weighing): Computer→Scale: S Z CR LF (53h 5Ah 0Dh 0Ah), Scale→Computer: no reponse. ‘Turn On / Off the Scale (corresponds to the key I/ in weighing): Computer→Scale: S S CR LF (53h 53h 0Dh 0Ah), Scale→Computer: no response. ‘Display the MENU’ (corresponds to the key MENU in weighing): Computer→Scale: S F CR LF (53h 46h 0Dh 0Ah), Scale→Computer: no response. Setting the threshold 1 (optional): Computer→Scale: S L D1...DN CR LF (53h 4Ch D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah) where: D1...DN – Threshold value, up to 8 characters, Scale→Computer: no response, Example: To set 1000g in weight B1.5 (d=0.5g) type: S L 1 0 0 0 . 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 0Dh 0Ah). To set 100kg in weight B150 (d=50g) type: S L 1 0 0 . 0 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 30h 0Dh 0Ah), Setting the threshold 2 (optional): Computer→Scale: S H D1...DN CR LF (53h 48h D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah), where: D1...DN – threshold value, up to 8 characters, Scale→Computer: no response ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 13: Time & Date (SET TD) To set the current time and date, follow the steps below. 13.1 Time 1. Press the “MENU” key. Select “SET TD” by pressing the “T” key. SET TD 2. Select “TIMME” by pressing the T key. TIMME 0 ” 3. The current time setting will be displayed. To adjust the time press the “ (NO) key. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 13.2 Date 1. Press the “MENU” key. Select “SET TD” by pressing the “T” key. SET TD 2. Select “DATE” by pressing the T key. DATE 3. The current date will be displayed. To change the date, press the “T” key. 01.01.15 4. Use the 0 key to change minutes and hours. Press the T key to advance and confirm the time setting. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 14: Restoring Default Factory Settings (RESET) 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 “MENU” key. Select “RESET” by pressing the “T” key. RESET 2. “YES-NO” will appear on the screen. To confirm and initialize the reset function, press the “T” (YES) key. To cancel 0 ” and abort the reset press the “ (NO) key. YES-NO Warning: Resetting the scale will restore the default factory setting. Stored values will be lost and all functions will be disabled. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 15: Weighing (WWEIGH) WWeIgH" 1. To enter Weighing Mode, press the Function key. Select “ by pressing the T key. WWEIGH 2. Wait for the stabilization indicator to appear. 0.0000 3. When weighing, always place the mass in the middle of the pan. The weighed result may be taken when the stabilization indicator reappears on the display. 3.5982 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. 0.0000 Note: Re‐zeroing the scale will reduce the capacity of the scale by the re‐zeroed weight. The remaining capacity is displayed as a percentage on the right side of the display. 15.2 Taring the Scale 1. If a container is used for weighing, it may be tared. In taring the container, the scale subtracts the weight of the container from the gross weight to obtain the net weight. 2. To tare the weighing container, place it in the middle of the pan. The container’s weight will be shown on the display. 3.5982 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. 0.0000 Note: Do not touch or move the scale during the taring process. 15.3 Clearing the Tare 1. To clear the tare, remove the tared object along with the NET weight from the pan. The scale will then display a negative NET tare result. -3.5981 2. To clear the tare, press the T button. The display will show dotted lines, indicating the tare is clearing. ------- 3. When finished clearing the tare, the scale will return to Weighing Mode. ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 16: Animal Weighing (ANIMMAL) 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” indicator will appear on the screen to indicate the scale is in Percent Weighing mode. ANIMMAL" 1. To enter Animal Weighing Mode, press the “Function” key. Select “ by pressing the “T” key. ANIMMAL 2. Place an empty weighing container on the pan. The container’s weight will be displayed. Wait for the weight to stabilize and press the “T” key to tare. 100.0000 ------- 3. Once the scale has been tared, carefully place the animal into the container. Automatic and Semi‐Automatic: ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. During the time interval the scale will record weight readings of the animal and calculate its average weight. AWW-10 5. After the time interval has elapsed the result will be displayed. The animal can now be removed from the pan. 10.0000 6. Clear the display. Automatic: When set to Automatic, the result will be automatically cleared after the animal is removed. The scale will perform an automatic tare and prepare for the next weighing. ------- Note: If the weighing container is changed the scale must be tared manually by pressing the “T” key. 41 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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” key. ------- 7. To exit animal weighing, press the “CLR” key to clear the function. 42 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 17: Parts Counting (PARTS) 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. To enter Parts Counting Mode, press the “Function” key. Select “PARTS” by pressing the “T” key. PARTS 2. Place an empty weighing container on the pan. The container’s weight will be displayed. Wait for the weight to stabilize and press the “T” key to tare. 100.0000 ------- 3. The default sample size that was previously configured will be displayed (Example: SPL-10). To accept the sample 0 ” size press the “T” (YES) key. To change the sample size press the “ (NO) key. SPL-10 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 4. After confirming the sample size, the display will read “SAPL ON.” Place the sample into the weighing container. SAPL ON 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 (SAPL LO). To see this limit expressed in grams turn to detailed specifications in Chapter 2. 5. The total weight of the sample will be displayed. Once the reading stabilizes, press the “T” key to accept the sample weight. 2.0000 6. The scale will flash “FILL” and then display the sample size (Example: 10 pcs) indicating to begin filling the remainder of the count. Begin to pour the pills into the container. FILL ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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, COUNT FINISH the command “‐‐‐, , TO START COUNT PRESS C ” will appear on the display sequentially. Press the “CLR” key to begin a new count. ------ COUNT FINISH COUNT PRESS C START ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 18: Check Weighing (CHECK) 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. 1. To enter Check Weighing Mode, press the “Function” key. Select “CHECK” by pressing the “T” key. CHECk 2. The current, set UNDER‐limit and the command “UNDER” will appear on the display sequentially. To accept the current UNDER‐limit, press the “T” (Yes) key. To change the limit, press the “ ” key. 0.0000 UNDER Note: The UNDER‐limit displayed will be from the last time the function was used. If this is the first time the Check Weighing function is used, the limit will be set to 0.000g. ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Table 18.1; Example: Setting a weight limit of 20.123g Current display Action to take Key to use Number of depressions Display becomes (No) ‐ Increment the digit 3 2 2 Accept and go to next digit T (Yes) 1 20 20 Insert a decimal Print 1 20.0 (No) 20.0 Increment the digit 1 20.1 20.1 Accept and go to next digit T (Yes) 1 20.10 (No) 20.10 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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 “UNDER”. If the weight falls within the range, the “ACCEPT” command will be displayed. If the weight exceeds the upper limit, the scale will display “OVER”. UNDER ACCEPT OVER 54 Note: To change the limit setting press “CLR” and repeat Steps 1 to 7. If the same limits are used, the scale can be tared without clearing the function and the new object can be weight‐checked. 6. To exit Check Weighing, press the “CLR” key to clear the function. 48 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 19: Display Hold (DISPLAY) 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. To enter Display Hold Mode, press the “Function” key. Select “display” by pressing the “T” key. DISPLAY 2. Place an empty weighing container on the pan. The container’s weight will be displayed. Wait for the weight to stabilize and press the “T” key to tare. 100.0000 ------ 3. Place an object into the container. Automatic and Semi‐Automatic: When set to Auto or Semi‐Auto, the scale will automatically lock the weighing result on the screen after it stabilizes. A display locked indicator will appear on the screen. 100.0000 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Note: In Automatic and Semi‐Automatic modes the minimum weighing mass must be equal to or greater than 10d. To see this limit expressed in grams turn to the detailed specifications in Chapter 2. Manual: When set to Manual, press the “FUNCTION” key to lock the result on the screen. 100.0000 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. The scale will perform an automatic tare and prepare for the next weighing. ------ Note: If the weighing container is changed the scale must be tared manually by pressing the “T” key. 56 Semi‐Automatic and Manual: When set to Semi‐Automatic or Manual, press the “CLR” key to remove the weighing result from the screen. Press the “T” key to tare the scale. ------ ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 20: Percent Weighing (Percent) 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. To enter Percent Weighing Mode, press the “Function” key. Select “percent” by pressing the “T” key. PERCENT 2. Place an empty weighing container on the pan. The container’s weight will be displayed. Wait for the weight to stabilize and press the “T” key to tare. 100.0000 ------ 3. The scale will display the weight of the previously stored sample and the command “SAMMPLE” sequentially. To accept the current sample weight, press the “T” (Yes) key. To change the sample weight, press the “ ” key. 100.0000 SAMMPLE ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Note: If this is the first time the function is used, the sample weight will be 0.000g. To change the sample weight, place a new sample in the weighing container when “SAPL ON” is displayed. Once stabilized, press the “T” (Yes) key to accept the new weight. SAPL ON 100.0000 Note: The reference sample must be equal to or greater than 100d. SAPL LO Attempting to set a sample lower than 100d will result in a “ ” error. READY 4. After setting the sample weight, the command “ ” will be displayed. Remove the sample and place the object on the pan. READY ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 5. The scale will express the weight of the object as a percentage of the stored sample. 59 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. To exit Percent Weighing, press the “CLR” key. 53 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 21: Totalizing (TOTAL) 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 “Function” key. Select “TOTAL” by pressing the “T” key. TOTAL 2. Place an empty weighing container on the pan. The container’s weight will be displayed. Wait for the weight to stabilize and press the “T” key to tare. 100.0000 ------ 3. Place the first object in the container. Automatic and Semi‐Automatic: When set to Auto or Semi‐Auto, the weight of the object will be added to the total automatically. A TOTAL indicator will appear on the display. ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Manual: When set to Manual, press the “FUNCTION” key to add the weight to the total. A TOTAL indicator will appear on the display. 2.0000 Note: With each added weight, the grand total result will appear on the display for approximately three seconds. To recall the grand total at any time, press the “MENU” key. 4. Once a weight has been added to the total, remove the object from the pan or press the “T” key. 5. Repeat Steps 3 – 4 for the remainder of the samples. 6. To clear the grand total and reset the function press the “CLR” key. “YES-NO” will appear on the display. To clear the function, press the “T” (Yes) key. To cancel the clear, press the “ “ key. YES-NO ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN Chapter 22: Density Measurement The density calculation feature is used to assist in calculation of density in solids and liquids. To perform density calculation, a Density Kit (part no. AGC9171) is required. Calculation Formula SOLID LIQUID m 1 – mass calculation in air m 1 – mass of the plunger in air m 2 – mass calculation in liquid m 2 – mass of the plunger in liquid V – Volume of the plunger 22.1 Solid 1. To enter Density measurement, press the “Function” key. Select “density” by pressing the “T” key. DENSITY 2. Press the T key to tare the balance ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 4. Once the weight of the object stabilizes, press the Print key. M1 “MM1” will be displayed indicating that the weight of the object in air has been stored in the formula. 10.0000 5. Remove the object from the upper pan of the density kit and place it on the lower pan of the density kit to perform a weighing in liquid. 6. Once the weight of the object stabilizes, press the Print key. M2 “MM2” followed by command RESULT ““result” will be displayed, indicating that the weight of the solid in the liquid has been stored in the formula and the density calculation has been performed. 8.6938 7. The density of the object will be displayed and locked on the LCD. 7.64903 result 57 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 8. If a printer or a computer is connected to the scale, you may print detailed results of the performed density calculation by pressing the P key. 22.2 Liquid 1. To enter Density measurement, press the “Function” key. Select “density” by pressing the “T” key. DENSITY 2. Press the T key to tare the balance 0.0000 3. Once the scale has been tared, hang the plunger on the wire support frame of the density apparatus. 4. The weight of the plunger will be displayed. Once the weight is stable, press the Print key. M1 “MM1” will be displayed, indicating that the weight of the plunger has been stored in the formula. 10.7223 ...
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Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 5. Submerge the plunger, by placing the beaker with the liquid on the base of the density apparatus. 6. As the plunger displaces the liquid in which it is submerged, the weight will decrease. Once the new weight stabilizes, press the Print key. M2 “mm2” followed by RESULT “result” will be displayed indicating that the new weight of the plunger has been stored in the formula and the density calculation has been performed. 6.2318 7. The density of the liquid will be displayed and locked on the LCD. 1.00935 result 8. If a printer or a computer is connected to the scale, you may print detailed results of the performed density calculation by pressing the P key. 59 ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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. ‐ ‐ Re‐zeroing is not allowed Remove weight from the pan and clear stored tare values L Pan error Make sure the pan is properly seated on the pan support. H Exceeded capacity The scale has exceeded its weighing capacity. Reduce the weight. Err – b Pan not cleared on power‐up ...
Instruction Manual – AGZN / AGCN 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 – AGZN / AGCN 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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