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4. SETTING UP
Read “3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS” carefully and install the
balance as described below.
4-1. Setting up Your Balance
1. Set up the balance as shown below.
EK-300AEP
: Install the pan support and the weighing pan on the main unit.
EK-3000AEP/EK-12KAEP
: Install the weighing pan on the main unit.
Weighing pan
Weighing pan
Pan support
EK-300AEP
EK-3000AEP
EK-12KAEP
2. Place the balance on a solid and level surface. Adjust the level of the balance using
the leveling feet. Use the bubble spirit level to confirm. The bubble should be in the
center of the circle.
3. When the balance is installed for the first time, or the balance has been moved,
carry out calibration as described in “9. CALIBRATION.”
4-2. Installing/Replacing the Batteries
As a power source, only the four “AA”, “LR6” or “AM3” alkaline 1.5 V batteries listed
below can be used.
DURACELL MN1500, ENERGIZER E91, Panasonic LR6(XJ)
The batteries are not provided and must be prepared by the user.
Install or replace the batteries in non-hazardous areas.
1. Using the Allen wrench provided, remove the
battery cover securing screws.
2. While pressing the battery cover, slide it in the
direction indicated by the arrow and remove
the cover. Remove the old batteries.
3. Insert four new batteries (AA, LR6 or AM3 size)
into the battery compartment, with the terminals
(+, -) aligned correctly.
(Allen bolt M3X6)
Battery cover
securing screws
Battery cover
