KERN 1500-2M, Operating Instruction

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8.2 Adjusting (CAL)
Adjustment should be carried out with the recommended adjusting weight (see
Chapter 1 „Technical Data“). The adjustment can also be carried out with different
adjusting weights (see table), but not ideal from a metrological point of view.
Model Alternative adjusting weight
EW 150-3M 50 g
EW 600-2M 200 g
EW 1500-2M 500 g
EW 3000-2M 1.000 g
EW 6000-1M 2.000 g
Information concerning the adjusting weights is available at:
http://www.kern-sohn.com
Caution:
With verified balances the possibility of adjusting is made impossible. See section 8.1
Adjusting for verification.
Take account of stable ambient conditions.
A warm-up time of approx. 30 minutes is necessary.
Press F and hold pressed until CAL appears, then release the key.
Press Tare and hold pressed. Immediately press F briefly and then also release
TARE . Display .on 0 briefly flashes.
Do not touch the weighing plate.
Shortly after this in the display appears on F.5
Place the adjusting weight(s) carefully in the centre of the weighing plate.
Display on F.5 flashes and shows briefly the weighing value of the
adjusting weight.
Take down the adjusting weight. The adjusting is completed.
In case of an adjusting error or to interrupt the procedure of adjusting, quit by
pressing
S .
Store the adjusting weight next to the balance for daily check on the accuracy of the
balance.
Note:
Please handle the adjusting weight with care. Protect the adjusting weight from
damage and dirt. Have it checked periodically. Store it next to the balance (to
prevent from being mixed up).