X-Rite BASF 12/6, User Manual

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CALIBRATION MODE
The instrument includes an integrated calibration tile on the inside of the measurement port cover, which is used
to automatically perform a calibration before each measurement. However, every 30 days a white tile calibration
and effect tile check must be performed utilizing the included calibration reference.
The calibration icon at the bottom of the screen changes to this icon indicating that a calibration must be
performed. No measurements can be taken until the calibration is completed.
Refer to the Cleaning section in the Appendices for information on cleaning the calibration reference.
NOTE:
Make sure to use the calibration reference supplied with the instrument for calibrating. Do not
substitute this reference with a reference from another instrument. The serial number on the reference
should match the reference serial number displayed on the instrument screen during calibration.
Calibration Notes
• The white tile in the calibration reference is dramatically affected by smudge marks, dust, and
finger prints . Refer to Appendices for calibration reference cleaning procedures.
• Do not move instrument while taking a calibration measurement . If motion is detected, an error
message will be displayed and calibration aborted.
Positioning the Instrument on the Calibration Reference
The calibration reference is designed to keep the white tile and effect tile free of dust and debris.
Position the instrument measurement port (1) over the white tile (2) on the calibration reference. Make sure that
the three pressure sensors around the measurement port align with the slots (3) in the calibration reference,
and the white line (4) aligns with the reference marks.
Important : Be aware when positioning on the reference that the measurement port is not centered in the
bottom of the instrument.
White tile
Effect tile
(1)
(3)
(3)
(2)