1 Technical Data KERN MBS 20K10 Readability (d) 10 g Weighing range (max) 20 kg Weighing Units kg, lb Electric Supply 1 x 9V block battery + 1 x CR2032 Time/date display After 2 min without change of load Recommended adjustment...
The structure of the balance may not be modified. This may lead to incorrect weighing results, safety-related faults and destruction of the balance. The balance may only be used according to the described conditions. Other areas of use must be released by KERN in writing. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Information is available on KERN’s home page (www.kern- sohn.com) with regard to the monitoring of balance test substances and the test weights required for this. In KERN’s accredited DKD calibration laboratory test weights and balances may be calibrated (return to the national standard) fast and at moderate cost.
5 Basic Safety Precautions Carefully read this operation manual before setup and commissioning, even if you are already familiar with KERN balances. 6 Transportation & Storage Testing upon When receiving the appliance, please check packaging immediately, and the appliance itself when unpacking for acceptance possible visible damage.
(incorrect weighing results) are possible. In that case, the location must be changed. Unpacking Remove the individual components of the balance or the complete balance from the packaging with care and install at the intended location. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Prior to an other transport apply again the transport screw. 2. Select weighing unit The weight display can be switched between grams (g/kg) and pounds (lb.oz). Select the required unit on the weight display by pressing the selector switch [3] (See Fig.1) "g lb". MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Ensure that the latch mechanism has completely clicked into the end position. Push scale pan onto weighing plate. Ensure correct positioning; the stop [6] must point towards the back. Push weighing plate completely as far as the stop [6]. Ensure that the weighing plate is exactly horizontal. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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4. Dismantling the baby scales Carry out the assembly procedure in reverse order. Ensure that vigorous pressure is exerted when snapping the scale pan into position with both hands. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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The memory contents will be deleted if both batteries are removed at the same time. If the balance is not used for a longer time, take out the batteries and store them separately. Leaking battery liquid could damage the balance. MBS-BA-e-1011...
During numeric input increase of digit Selector switch Time/ Date display Weight display Taring Identifies the display of a saved weight Overview of displays value after pressing Identifies the following displays after pressing 1. Weight gain/loss 2. Date/time of the saved weight value MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Select required setting within 10 s by pressing Confirm by pressing , the changed time/date will be displayed alternately. After a battery change or in the delivery state, the time will displayed as "00.00" (24 h) and the date as 01.01 (day/month). MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Time and date are displayed alternately in this Idle mode. • The weight display is automatically "frozen" in the event of weighing stoppage. Next weighed goods will only be displayed after relieving. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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Wait until a stable weight is displayed. • The balance is able to only store one taring value. • When the balance is unloaded the saved taring value is displayed with negative sign. • To delete the stored tare value, release scales and press MBS-BA-e-1011...
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The displays are identified by the symbol. (Example) (Example) (Example) • key can only be operated with the weight display or displays with the symbol. • The scales can display weight gains as well as weight losses (negative values). MBS-BA-e-1011...
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(weight display) or in Idle mode (time/date). The weight value is displayed for 4 s and identified by the symbol • The saved weight value remains stored until it is overwritten with a new value. • The value will be deleted if the battery is changed. MBS-BA-e-1011...
After that the balance changes to gram display „0 g“ Put an adjustment weight of 10 kg Press A numeric value between „9999 and 10010“ is displayed (Example) Take away adjustment weight Remove battery Now the process of adjustment is completed MBS-BA-e-1011...
Remove dirt immediately. Service, The appliance may only be opened by trained service maintenance technicians who are authorized by KERN. Disposal of packaging and appliance must be carried out by operator according to valid national or regional law of the Disposal location where the appliance is used.
• The balance is on an uneven surface. • Electromagnetic fields / static charging (choose different location/switch off interfering device if possible) Should other error messages occur, switch balance off and then on again. If the error message remains inform manufacturer. MBS-BA-e-1011...
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