Cole Parmer PBL-602 User manual

User Manual
Cole-Parmer Symmetry
Portable Lab Balances: PBL Series
6-5-18 v5

GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................1
INTENDED USE....................................................................................................................................1
PRECAUTIONS.....................................................................................................................................1
BATTERY ..............................................................................................................................................1
WARRANTYCONDITIONS....................................................................................................................1
UNPACKING ANDINSTALLATION....................................................................................................................2
PLACE OF USE AND ASSEMBLING....................................................................................................2
STANDARD DELIVERY COMPONENTS LIST.....................................................................................2
UNPACKING..........................................................................................................................................2
BALANCE ASSEMBLY..........................................................................................................................3
BALANCE LEVELING ...........................................................................................................................4
POWERING THE DEVICE ....................................................................................................................4
BATTERY STATUS...............................................................................................................................5
BATTERY POWER................................................................................................................................5
BALANCE CONTROL.........................................................................................................................................5
BALANCE KEYBOARD.........................................................................................................................6
NAVIGATING BALANCE MENUS.........................................................................................................6
BALANCE MENU...................................................................................................................................7
WEIGHING MODE...............................................................................................................................................9
UNITS ................................................................................................................................................. 10
START UNIT....................................................................................................................................... 10
TEMPORARY UNIT............................................................................................................................ 10
TARING .............................................................................................................................................. 11
MANUAL TARE ENTERING............................................................................................................... 11
ZEROING............................................................................................................................................ 12
BALANCEPARAMETERS............................................................................................................................... 12
FILTER LEVEL ................................................................................................................................... 12
VALUE RELEASE............................................................................................................................... 12
BALANCE AMBIENT CONDITIONS .................................................................................................. 13
AUTOZERO........................................................................................................................................ 13
TARE .................................................................................................................................................. 13
LAST DIGIT ........................................................................................................................................ 14
ADJUSTMENT.................................................................................................................................................. 14
EXTERNAL ADJUSTMENT................................................................................................................ 14
USER ADJUSTMENT......................................................................................................................... 16
ADJUSTMENT REPORT.................................................................................................................... 16
WORKINGMODES........................................................................................................................................... 16
RUNNING WORKING MODE............................................................................................................. 17
WORKING MODE ACCESSIBILITY................................................................................................... 17
SAVE MODE....................................................................................................................................... 18
AUTOMATIC PRINTOUT TIME INTERVAL....................................................................................... 19
LO THRESHOLD................................................................................................................................ 19
WEIGHING ......................................................................................................................................... 20
7.6.1 SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................... 20
7.7 . PARTS COUNTING .................................................................................................................................. 20
7.7.1 SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................... 20
7.7.2 OPERATION MODE........................................................................................................................... 21
7.7.3 SETTING REFERENCE MASS BY ENTERING MASS OF A SINGLE PART.................................. 21
7.7.4 SETTING REFERENCE MASS BY DETERMING MASS OF A SINGLE PART............................... 21
7.8 . +/- CONTROL............................................................................................................................................ 22
7.8.1 SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................... 22
7.8.2 DECLARING CHECKWEIGHING THRESHOLDS............................................................................. 22
7.9 . PERCENT WEIGHING AGAINST REFERENCE SAMPLE MASS........................................................... 23
7.9.1 SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................... 23
INDEX

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7.9.2 OPERATION MODE........................................................................................................................... 23
7.9.3 REFERENCE SAMPLE MASS DETERMINED BY WEIGHING........................................................ 24
7.9.4 REFERENCE SAMPLE MASS DETERMINED BY ENTERING MASS VALUE................................ 24
7.10 PEAK HOLD ....................................................................................................................................... 24
7.10.1 SETTINGS........................................................................................................................................ 24
7.10.2 MEANS OF OPERATION................................................................................................................. 25
7.11 TOTALIZING....................................................................................................................................... 25
7.11.1 SETTINGS........................................................................................................................................ 25
7.11.2 MEANS OF OPERATION................................................................................................................. 25
INTERFACES ................................................................................................................................................... 26
RS232................................................................................................................................................. 26
8.1.1 BAUD RATE....................................................................................................................................... 27
8.1.2 PARITY............................................................................................................................................... 27
USB A PORT ...................................................................................................................................... 27
8.2.1 IMPORT / EXPORT............................................................................................................................ 28
USB B PORT ...................................................................................................................................... 29
PERIPHERALS................................................................................................................................................. 29
COMPUTER ....................................................................................................................................... 29
9.1.1 COMPUTER PORT............................................................................................................................ 29
9.1.2 CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSION....................................................................................................... 29
9.1.3 PRINTOUT INTERVAL FOR CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSION........................................................ 30
9.2 PRINTER..................................................................................................................................................... 30
9.2.1 PRINTER PORT................................................................................................................................. 30
PRINTOUTS................................................................................................................................................ 30
ADJUSTMENT REPORT PRINTOUT................................................................................................ 30
GLPPRINTOUT.................................................................................................................................. 31
BALANCE SETTINGS................................................................................................................................ 32
BACKLIGHT........................................................................................................................................ 32
'BEEP' SOUND................................................................................................................................... 32
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN ................................................................................................................ 33
DATE .................................................................................................................................................. 33
TIME ................................................................................................................................................... 33
DATE FORMAT .................................................................................................................................. 34
TIME FORMAT ................................................................................................................................... 34
USER MENU DEFAULT SETTINGS.................................................................................................. 34
INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................... 34
APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................. 35
BALANCE SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................ 35
MAITENANCE .................................................................................................................................... 35
13.2.1 CLEANING ABS COMPONETS....................................................................................................... 35
13.2.2 CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL COMPONETS ............................................................................. 36
ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................................................. 36
DIMENSIONS..................................................................................................................................... 36
CONNECTORS .................................................................................................................................. 37
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................ 38
ERRORMESSAGES.......................................................................................................................... 38
WARRANTY CARD............................................................................................................................ 38

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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTENDED USE
ThePBL-Series precision balance enables fast and accurate mass measurements under
laboratoryconditions.
The weighing pan, made of stainless steel and equipped with anti-draft shield, is an integral part of
the PBL-series balance. Backlit LCD display ensures clear measurement result. The PBL-Series
balance is equipped with an internal battery (comes standard), so it does not have to be connected
to themains.
The PBL-series balance is equipped with the following interfaces: RS 232, USB type A, USB type
B. The interfaces enable cooperation between the balance and peripheral devices (e.g. printer,
computer, flash drive).
PRECAUTIONS
•Prior to first use, it is highly recommended to carefully read this User Manual, and
operate the balance as intended.
•Do not use the balance for a dynamic weighing. Even if small quantities of weighed
material are added or removed from the weighing pan of the instrument, the reading
should be taken only after stabilization of the measurement results.
•While loading the balance make sure that load is placed in the very center of the
weighing pan.
•Make sure the load does not exceed instrument’s measuring range (maximum
capacity).
•Do not leave heavy loads on the weighing pan for a long period of time.
•In case of failure, immediately unplug the instrument.
•Balances to be decommissioned, should be decommissioned in accordance with valid
legal regulations.
•Do not use the balance is areas endangered with explosion. The balance is not
designed to operate in EX zones.
BATTERY
The PBL-Series balance is supplied by NiMH-type battery (nickel-metal- hydrogen) of 1800-
2800mAh capacity.
In case of prolonged storage of the balance in low temperature, the battery must be
charged.
A worn-out battery can be replaced only by the manufacturer or by the authorized
service.
The equipment including accumulators does not belong to regular household waste.
The European legislation requires electric and electronic equipment to be collected
and disposed separately from other communal waste with the aim of being recycled.
Notice:
Symbols on accumulators identify harmful compounds: Pb = lead, Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury.
WARRANTYCONDITIONS

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Cole-Parmer will exchange, replace or repair the existing balance for any damage that appears to be
faulty by production or by construction within the 5-year warranty period.
Warranty is voided if:
A. Cole Parmer will exchange, replace or repair the existing balance for any damage that
appears to be faulty by production or by construction within the 5-year warranty period.
B. Warranty is voided if:
•mechanical defects caused by inappropriate use:
• defects of thermal and chemical origin,
• defects caused by lightning, overvoltage in the power network
• defects caused by water damage
• or other random event
•overloading the mechanical measuringsystem
•installing another version of the operating system
•utilizing the balance contrary to its intendeduse
•repairs carried out by non-authorized service centers
•removing or destroying protective stickers which secure the balance’s housing against
unauthorizedaccess
C. Warranty card must be filled out for warranty to be valid.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
PLACE OF USE AND ASSEMBLING
•The balance should be stored and used in locations free of vibrations and shakes, free
of air movement and dust.
•Ambient air temperature should not exceed the range of: +15 °C to +30 °C.
•Ambient relative humidity should not exceed 80%.
•During balance operation, ambient temperature in the weighing room should not change
rapidly.
•The balance should be located on a stable wall console desk or a stable working table
which is not affected by vibrations and distant from heat sources.
•Keep all package element should your device be transported in the future. Remember
that only original packaging can be used for shipping purposes. Prior to packing,
uncouple any cables, remove any separable components (weighing pan, shields,
inserts). Pack the device components into an original packaging. The original packaging
protects the equipment against potential damage during transportation.
STANDARD DELIVERY COMPONENTS LIST
•Balance and components shown in Section 2.4 depending on balance model
•Warranty Card
•USB
oUser Manual
oBalance USB Driver
oRLAB Software
oUSB COM Driver
UNPACKING
To unpack the system, follow the diagram below-

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BALANCE ASSEMBLY
Model: PBL-203
Components:
Installation:
1) Check grounding spring to insure it is in the appropriate location. Make sure that the
grounding spring juts slightly out of the hole.
2) Install components following diagram below:
i. Draft Shield
ii. Weighing Pan
Model: PBL-602, PBL-2002, PBL-3101, PBL-602.N, PBL-2002.N, PBL-3101.N
Components:

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Installation:
1) Check grounding spring to insure it is in the appropriate location. Make sure that the
grounding spring juts slightly out of the hole.
2) Install components following diagram below:
i. Draft Shield
ii. Weighing Pan
BALANCE LEVELING
It is necessary to level the balance prior to plugging it in. To level the balance, turn its feet until the
air bubble is in the center position.
The balance should firmly rest on a surface, each of the feet must be supported.
POWERING THE DEVICE
Before plugging in your balance, it is imperative to wait until the balance reaches thermal stabilization

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(estimated 1-8 hours). On switching on, the balance requires 30 minutes oftemperature stabilization
time. During temperature stabilization displayed information maychange. Adjustment should be
carried out after temperaturestabilization.
For correct operation of the balance the temperature range is +15˚C to +30˚C;
Any changes of temperature and humidity during operation can cause indication errors. Errors can
be corrected by carrying out user adjustment.
For balances that were stored in much lower temperatures (e.g. during winter period), thermal
stabilization period may be extended.
•Balance should be plugged in only with the power adapter that comes standard
with the model. Nominal power supply of the power adapter (specified on the
power adapter data plate) should be compatible to the power supply.
•Plug the balance in – connect the power adapter to the socket, next connect its
connector to port located at the back of the balance housing.
•Press button on the key pad.
!Remember to start the balance with no load on the weighing pan
•Test of the display unit takes place right after connecting the balance to the power,
all the elements and pictograms are backlit for a short time.
•Next, the name and the program number appears
•the indication gets to ZERO (displayed reading unit depends on the balance).
During the balance start, the test of an internal mass adjustment mechanism
occurs (single location and elevation of the internal mass adjustment).
•If the indication is different than zero, please press button
BATTERY STATUS
An internal battery comes standard with the balance. pictogram, displayed at the top of the
display, signals batterystatus.
Pictogram operation Overview
No pictogram Battery full. Standard balance operation.
Pictogram displayed continuously Battery status low. The balance will shut down.
Immediately charge the battery.
Pictogram blinks every 1 s. Battery charging. Balance connected to power supplier,
the battery is being charged.
Pictogram blinks every 0.5 s. Battery error. Battery damaged.
BATTERY POWER
• Simultaneously and keys.
•Battery power given in % is displayed for2s.
•Wait for the home screen to bedisplayed.
BALANCE CONTROL

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BALANCE KEYBOARD
Press to switch the balance on/off
Function: press to select working mode.
ESC: Exit out of menus/submenus
Press to send the weighing result to a printer or a computer.
Zero: press to zero the balance.
Up arrow: move up the menu or submenu
Tare: press to tare the balance.
Right arrow: enter into menu or submenu or select parameter to modify
NAVIGATING BALANCE MENUS
Use keypad to navigate in the balances menus and submenus.

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+ Simultaneously press to enter 'Main Menu'
Press to move upwards within balance menus and submenus
Press to enter submenu
Press to confirm introduced modifications
Press to move one menu level up
BALANCE MENU
Main menu is divided into function groups. Function group is a group of interrelated parameters.