ADE PFA Series User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Electronic Precision Scale
Precision Scale Series PFA
PFA-200702-Rev004-UM-en
A E Germany GmbH & Co. KG
Hammer Steindamm 27 – 29
22089 Hamburg / GERMANY
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Fax [phone] - 10
E-Mail: [e-mail]
IMPORTANT
FOLLOW THE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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INHALTSVERZEICHNIS
INHALTSVERZEICHNIS .................................................................................................................................. 1
GLOBAL MAP .................................................................................................................................................. 2
Key Functions .................................................................................................................................................. 2
isplay Functions ............................................................................................................................................ 2
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF THE SCALE ............................................................................ 3
Check scope of delivery .................................................................................................................................. 3
Mains and battery operation of the scale ........................................................................................................ 3
Adjust the scale ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Assembling of wind shield ............................................................................................................................... 4
OPERATION OF THE SCALE ......................................................................................................................... 5
Weight Analysis ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Zerosetting of the scale ................................................................................................................................... 5
Tare Function .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Selection of weight unit ................................................................................................................................... 6
Conversion Table ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Counting mode ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Percentage mode ............................................................................................................................................ 7
ALARM FUNCTIONS OF THE SCALE ........................................................................................................... 7
Overload .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
PRESETTING OF THE SCALE ....................................................................................................................... 8
Presetting mode: ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Acoustical alarm setting .................................................................................................................................. 8
Setting up the minimum weight ....................................................................................................................... 8
Setting up the maximum weight ...................................................................................................................... 9
Setting for acoustical alarm for minimum / maximum weight .......................................................................... 9
Auto shut off mode ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Backlight ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Presetting of weighing units .......................................................................................................................... 10
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ................................................................................................................... 11
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Service ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
Safety Verification ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Storage and Transport Terms ....................................................................................................................... 11
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
CE-MARKING AND DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................................. 12
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................... 13

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GLOBAL MAP
K y Functions
Pay attention: The switch for switching on the scale is on the right hand side below the scale
K ys: Functions:
……….. Push button / Button to finaliz a proc ss
Print-button in weighing mode for data transmission tp PC or printer via RS232-data
interface (if interface is included),
to save and quitt he presetting mode.
………. Counting k y
Sample key in the default mode
Shift key in the setting mode.
………. Tar k y
Tares e.g. a container on the weighing platform and stores the tared value in
weighing mode,
reduces the value in the setting mode.
………… Unit k y
Changes between units in weighing mode;
stores entered value and change to current values for parameters or further functions
in presetting mode.
………… Z ro k y
Sets the zero point in weighing mode;
Increases value in presetting mode.
Display Functions
-0- Zero indication, the scale is return to zero
% Percentage mode is activated
Indicates that power of battery is low
O Indicates that weight is stable
- - - - - - Overload, at the same time a signal tone sounds – unload the scale immediately
Zero
Minus
Percentage
Please read for counting mode
and percentage mode
Unit
Weighing load Stability
Battery Symbol

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INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF THE SCALE
Your A E Precision Scale is a quality product.
In order to achieve precise results please kindly read and follow the Operation Manual in all
respects.
Keep this Operating Manual careful to have this information on hand whenever you need it.
Ch ck scop of d liv ry
 Precision Scale
 Weighing platform
 Power Supply
 RS232-cable (if ordered)
 Windshield dismantled (only model PFA1000)
 Operating Manual including eclaration of Conformity
Mains and batt ry op ration of th scal
The power supply is raised either through mains operation by the provided mains adapter 230V
alternating current or through the batteries 6x 1,5V AA (LR6) (not included in this delivery).
a) Mains op ration
Connect the supplied mains adapter with the scale. Plug in the pin into the connecting socket
on the backside of the scale housing, which is side next to switch for on and off switching on the
right hand side of the scale.
B for conn cting th mains adapt r, it is ss ntial to control wh th r
th imprint d voltag valu on th adapt r corr sponds with th local
voltag .
Should th local voltag not corr spond with th imprint d valu th
scal must not g t conn ct!
Connect the mains adapter with the local power supply.
b) Batt ry op ration
Open the battery case at the bottom of the scale.
Insert the batteries (6x 1,5V LR6 – not included in delivery).
As soon as the voltage of the power supply is not enough anymore for operation (less than 5.7V), it
will be indicated by an accordant illustration of a battery symbol in the display and the
mains adapter must immediately get connected to the local power supply and charged through the
supplied mains adapter.
The batteries should be exchanged against new, unused uniform batteries.
In case the voltage decreases fewer than 5.5 V the scale cannot be used in battery operation.
If the scale will not be used for a longer time please remove the batteries to avoid a damage of the
scale because of possible leaking of batteries.

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Adjust th scal
Take the scale and the equipment carefully out of the carton and check it for completeness.
Adjust the scale in this way that all four feet have contact with the footprint, which should be safe
and even.
Check the horizontal stand of the scale by the help of the bubble level which is insert (seen
from the operator side) on the backside of housing.
At correct adjustment, the bubble must be in the centre of the circle.
In case of an uneven stand, you can balance the level by the help of the four levelling feet. For this
purpose, rotate the relevant foot out of the housing more in or out.
Before first time use place the stainless steel weighing platform on the weighing plate and if
necessary adjust the draft shield on the scale in that way that all four corners are outside of the
rubber mounts and find one’s feet.
For protection against outside influences during the weighing procedures, place the cover on the
draft shield frame.
Ass mbling of wind shi ld
Th wind shi ld is only applicabl for round w ighing platforms.
(Mod l PFA1000)
1. Remove packaging and protection fims before assembling.
2. Insert four shores to the frame
as the arrow shown. Please see Notch
the order alternation of notch (Pic 1).
Pic. 1
3. Insert 4 side sheets into frame and
and shores ordinally (Pic 2).
Pic. 2
4. A second frame has to be mounted
on the top of the four side sheets (Pic 3)
Pic. 3
5. Insert handle and top sheet then place
them on the top of the frame as the
arrow shows (Pic 4).
Pic.. 4
The scale can be used with or without windshield.

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OPERATION OF THE SCALE
W ight Analysis
Both, in mains and in battery operation, switch-on the scale using the right hand on the membrane
keyboard arranged ON-/Off-key.
The test routine starts with the indication of type and version number and starts thereupon to run
downward from 999999 till 000000; a peep-tone confirm the end of the pass.
The scale will show the battery charge condition for a while before switching to weighing mode.
To achieve precise measuring results the scale should be switched-on about 30 minutes before
starting the weighing procedure to get working temperature.
Z ros tting of th scal
In case the scale should not automatically reach the zero position, the Zero-key have to be
depressed. By pressing the Zero-key, the measuring inaccuracies will be compensate and set to
zero before the actual weighing procedure.
Zero setting will be indicating in the display by -0-. This indication effects only when the weighing
platform is unloaded.
The scale is now ready for operation.
Tar Function
With the assistance of this function, you can balance weighing goods together with other objects
(e.g. bowl, foil, tissue etc.) without impairment of the weighing result for the weight of these objects.
1. For this operation switch-on the scale and wait until the test routine ends.
If necessary, adjust the scale to zero by pressing the Zero-key.
In the display appears the zero symbol as well as the indication that the weight indication is
stable.
2. Place the object to tare (e.g. bowl, foil, tissue etc.) on the weighing platform.
Press the Tare key to tare the object. The isplay shows 0,0 and „Net“ appears.
3. Place the object to weigh additionally on the weighing platform.
4. The indicated weight in the display is the net weight of the added weighing good.
The scale has a tare-storage at one’s disposal.
When repeated weighing operations with the same object to tare will be performed (e.g. always with
the same bowl) the scale deducts automatically the stored weight and the net weight of the
weighing goods appears in the display. When the tared object (including the weighing goods) will
taken-off the platform, the tared weight appears as negative value. If the scale will be switched-off
or disconnected from the voltage supply, the data content of the tare-storage will be deleted.
Shall the tare value be revised or cleared remove the weighing goods completely and press the
Tare key again. Now the display indicates 0.0 and „Net“ expires.

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S l ction of w ight unit
Select between the different units of weight by pressing the UNIT key.
Select by successive single pressing between the units g – ct – oz – dwt – mm - lb – dr – tl.H – tL.J
– GN – ozt – t – tl.T and again g.
If through the menu “Presetting of Weighing Units” several weighing units become
deactivate, are these not dialabl !
Conv rsion Tabl
1ct (MET. CARAT) = 0.2 g
1 lb (Avoirdupois Pound) = 453.59237 g
1 oz (Avoirdupois Ounce) = 28.349523125 g
1 dr (Avoirdupois ram) = 1.7718451 g
1 GN (Grain U.K.) = 0.06479891 g
1 ozt (Troy Ounce) = 31.1034768 g
1 dwt (Pennyweight) = 1.55517384 g
1 MM (Momme) = 3.749996 g
1 tl.J (Hongkong Jewelry Tael) = 37.4290018 g
1 tl.T (Tael, Taiwan) = 37.49995 g
1 tl.H (Hongkong Tqel) = 37.799375 g
1 t (Tola, Indien) = 11.6638038 g
After switch-on the scale, always the last selected unit before switching-off the scale will be
indicating.
Counting mod
Th counting mod is only availabl at unit „g“ .
Whil using a tar obj ct it has to b tar d b for changing to counting mod .
1. Place a reference quantity on the weighing surface while operating in counting mode.
This quantity has to be 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500,
600, 700, 800, 900, 1000 units of the units you want to count.
2. Press the button PCS, to get into counting mode / percentage mode.
The display will show „P NUM “.
3. By pressing ZERO (upwards) respectively Tare button (downwards) the actual reference
quantity may be adjusted.
This will happen in the following order: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 200, 300, 400,
500, 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000, 100% (see percentage weighing) and again 10.

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4. After accordance of reference quantity (on the weighing surface) and the quantity shown on
the display press the button „PCS“.
The single weight as well as the weight of the reference quantity has to be a minimum
weight of 1d (please read. page 13, technical details). In case the weight is too low the
display will
show „“. Put a higher reference quantity on the weighing surface and repeat the
procedure. Now the scale is ready for counting.
5. Place the quantity you want to count on the weighing surface. The display will show the
quantity lying on the weighing surface.
6. You may repeat the procedure as often as you like.
7. By pressing the UNIT-button the scale will change to weighing mode.
8. The band in the display will show the usage of the weighing capacity.
P rc ntag mod
Th p rc ntag mod is only availabl at unit „g“ .
Whil using a tar obj ct it has to b tar d b for changing to p rc ntag mod .
1. Place a reference unit on the weighing surface during operation in weighing mode.
2. Press the button PCS, to switch to Counting- / percentage-mode.
The display will show „P NUM “.
3. By pressing ZERO (upwards) respectively Tare button (downwards) it is possible to choose
the percentage mode (100%).
This will happen in the following order: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 200, 300, 400,
500, 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000, 100% and again 10.
4. After accordance of reference weight (on the weighing surface) and the quantity shown on
the display press the button „PCS“
The single weight as well as the weight of the reference quantity has to be a minimum
weight
of 1d (please read. page 13, technical details). In case the weight is too low the display will
show „“. Put a higher reference quantity on the weighing surface and repeat the
procedure. Now the scale is ready for counting.
5. Place the object to weigh on the weighing surface. The display shows the percentage of the
weighing good according to the reference weight.
6. You may repeat the procedure as often as you like.
7. urch rücken der UNIT-Taste kehren Sie zur Gewichtsanzeige zurück.
8. as Band der Gewichtsanzeige gibt die Auslastung der Kapazität wieder.
ALARM FUNCTIONS OF THE SCALE
Ov rload
When the scale is overloaded, a peep-tone as well as the indication “------“ in the display will
signalize it. In this case, immediately take off the load from the weighing platform to avoid scale’s
damage.

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Batt ry Al rt
It is also possible to provide the scale with voltage via the integrated battery.
Should the voltage be too low the battery symbol in the display will indicate.
The batteries should be charged or exchanged immediately.
PRESETTING OF THE SCALE
Pr s tting mod :
It is possible to set a plenty of presetting.
Press and hold the „Zero-Button“ while turning on the
scale to get into the presetting mode.
The scale will switch to presetting mode without
running the test routine.
Press PCS-button to change the value from left to
right.
Press the UNIT-button, to enter the next parameter.
Press PRN-button in order to save settings.
The scale will run the test routine and change to
weighing mode.
All pr s tting which ar not d scrib d in th cons cutiv ly d tails may b
conduct d by authoriz d p rsonn l only.
Acoustical alarm s tting
You may set a minimum and maximum weight. An acoustical alarm sounds if the weight of the
weighing good is below the entered minimum value or above the maximum value.
The minimum value has to be lower than the maximum value.
S tting up th minimum w ight
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Set the minimum value.
Press PCS-button to change the value from left to right.
The value you want to set is blinking.
Press „-0-“-button to increase the value by one.
Press „TARA“-button to decrease the value by one.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and
change to the next step.

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S tting up th maximum w ight
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Press the UNIT-button until correspondent menu appears.
Set the maximum value.
Press PCS-button to change the value from left to right.
The value you want to set is blinking.
Press „-0-“-button to increase the value by one.
Press „TARA“-button to decrease the value by one.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and change to the next step.
S tting for acoustical alarm for minimum / maximum w ight
If a minimum and maximum weight has been entered an acoustical signal may be activated.
The sound will appear as long as the weighing good is below the minimum value and above the
maximum value.
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Press the UNIT-button until correspondent menu appears.
Press the PCS button, to activate or deactivate the alarm.
ON means Alarm is active, OFF means Alarm is not active.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and change
to the next step.
Auto shut off mod
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Press the UNIT-button until correspondent menu appears.
Press the button PCS to activate or deactivate the auto shut
off mode
ON means active, OFF means deactive function.
In case the auto shut off mode is activated the scale will
automatically shut off after 90 seconds.
To use the scale after auto shut off the scale has to been
turned on again.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and change to the next step.
Pr s tting of communication addr ss
There are address no. 1-26 for setting available.
Presse ZERO to increase the number by one or press
TARE to decrease the number by one.
To confirm press PRN.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value
and change to the next step.

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S l ction of transmission way
This function is active while the balance is connected
with printer, computer and the relative equipment.
Press PCS to choose the number of 1-8 and then
press PRN to save or exit.
Press UNIT to go to the next function mode selection.
This function is activated, when scale is connected with
printer or PC.
Explanation:
In weighing mode In counting mode
1. Continuos transfer mode 5. Continuos transfer mode
2. Stable transfer mode 6. Stable transfer mode
3. Serial print key transfer mode 7. Serial print key transfer mode
4. Serial print stable transfer mode 8. Serial print stable transfer mode
Pr s tting of baud rat BPS (optional)
In this parameter speed of communication can be setted.
Press PCS for selecting baud rates „9600“, „4800“,
„2400“ und „1200“.
Then press PRN to store and leaving.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value
and change to the next step.
Backlight
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Press the UNIT-button until correspondent menu appears.
Press the button PCS, to activate or deactivate the backlight.
ON means active, OFF means deactive function.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and
change to the next step.
Pr s tting of w ighing units
You may chosse between 13 different weighing units.
The scale can be presetted that only required units will be shown.
Therefore you may activate or deactivate weighing units which
are not required.
Start the presetting mode as described before.
Press the UNIT-button until correspondent menu appears.
Press the button PCS, to activate or deactivate the weighing
units.
ON means active, OFF means deactive function.
Press the UNIT-button to save the presetted value and change
to the next step.
While choosing a weighing unit only activated weighing units
will be available.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Cl aning
Before cleaning, disconnect the device from operating voltage. o not use acid cleaning agents but
only a dump cloth or common disinfection products for cleaning.
Pay att ntion that no fluid p n trat s th scal –
sinc this might caus lasting damag of th l ctronic!
S rvic
isplay indication Voltage of battery is too low.
Charge the battery.
In case of error messages, at first check whether the power supply is correct locked and the
weighing procedures are realize in accordance to this user manual.
If necessary switch-off the scale respectively collect the scale from the power supply and start the
weighing operation once again.
Should the error message further appear, please contact your local dealer or service partner.
Saf ty V rification
A risk less operation is not assure anymore
 if the mains adaptor or the voltage supply shows visible damages,
 if the mains adaptor is not working properly,
 if you notice any abnormal conditions at the scale,
 after long storage in humid spaces.
For your own security, contact your local dealer or service partner in these cases.
Storag and Transport T rms
Keep all original cartons and parts of the packing for an eventual necessary send back in order to
avoid any possible damage during the transport.
isconnect all cables before transport to avoid unnecessary damages.
Warranty
A E will repair or replace this product within a period of 1 years from date of delivery applying to
defects occurred due to poor material or workmanship (presentation of invoice is necessary). All
moveable parts e.g. cables, mains units, rechargeable batteries, etc. been excluded. This warranty
does not include outer natural wear, damages caused by incorrect or negligent handling, overuse,
or unsuitable or improper storage. In the event of warranty claims and claims for damages the insert
of original accessory- and replacement parts of A E are required. Any warranty claim will reject if
unauthorized persons opened the equipment.
By this agreement, the customer rights regulated by law are in no way affected.
For complaints, customer service and spare parts please contact the local dealer where the scale
was bought.

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D claration of conformity by th manufactur r
These scales have been manufactured in accordance with the harmonised European standards. They
conform to the regulations of the EC-directives listed below:
 EMC irective 2014/30/EC
 Low Voltage irective 2014/35/EC
 RoHS irective 2011/65/EC
in the currently valid versions.
This declaration loses its validity if modifications are made to the scale without our approval.
Hamburg, July 2020
ADE G rmany GmbH & Co. KG
Hammer Steindamm 27 – 29
-22089 Hamburg
CE-MARKING AND DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufactur r: A E Germany GmbH & Co. KG
Hammer Steindamm 27-29
– 22089 Hamburg
eutschland
 [phone] – 0
Fax [phone] – 10
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.ade-germany.de

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Mod l
PFA1000 PFA3000 PFA6000
Capacity 1000 g 3000 g 6000 g
Graduation = d 0.01 g 0.1 g 0.1 g
W ighing platform Ø 130 mm 160 x 160 mm 160 x 160 mm
(stainl ss st l)
D ad w ight 1.7 kg 1.5 kg 1.5 kg
Dim nsions (WxDxH) 190 x 260 x 78 mm
Display Big LC - isplay with backlight, height of digits 17mm
Housing Robust plastic housing
Easy-to-clean keypad
Pow r supply Mains operation 240V-50Hz / 12V AC 150mA
Battery operation 6x 1,5V AA (LR6)

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