Brecknell MBS-150, Manual

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MBS Series User Instructions 5
Do not force the platform as this can damage the balance.
4.0 Key Functions
The following figure shows the front panel with six push buttons Each key function is
explained on the next page..
On/Off Turns the balance on or off or returns balance to normal weighing mode.
Count Places the balance in piece count mode.
Cal (stands for Calibrate) Enters calibration mode.
Tare Used to tare off, up to 100% of balance capacity, an empty container and
to reset the balance to zero. Use of tare with a weight or container
reduces the scale’s capacity by the tare value stored. Also works like
Enter in some modes.
Mode Toggles the backlight on or off. To extend battery life, turn backlight off.
Also toggles between options in calibration mode.
Units Allows you to scroll through and select from the available units (g, oz,
ozt, dwt, lb) as well as count (ct) and percentage (%)
5.0 Scale Operation
This section covers the scale operations of weighing and counting.
Always make sure that the balance is on a clean, dry, level and solid surface.
Simple Weighing
1. Turn the balance on. The balance will go through a series of tests and then
display all zeros (0’s).
2. Press the Unit key until the desired unit of measure is displayed on the far right
of the display.
g/oz
On/Off Count Cal Tare Mode Units