Sartorius Basiclite User manual

98648-009-08
Sartorius Basiclite,
Sartorius Gemlite
Electronic Analytical and Precision Balances
and Gold Scales with EC Type Approval
Installation and Operating Instructions

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Intended Use
The Basiclite Series and Gemlite Series
from Sartorius offer precision balan-
ces/scales with capacities ranging
from 0.1 mg to 1,200 g.
These balances/scales guarantee
reliable weighing results through
the following features:
–Efficient filtering-out of unfavorable
ambient conditions such as
vibrations, drafts, etc.
–Reproducible results
–Rugged, durable weighing system
Basiclite balances and Gemlite scales
save work and speed up simple routine
applications through:
–Ultrafast response times
–Easy operation
You can also choose from the following
extra functions for simple applications:
–Toggling between weight units
–Net-total formulation
(2nd tare memory)
–Counting
–Weighing in percent
–Averaging
Initial Verification
Models BL120-0CE and BL1200-0CE:
These models are supplied for use in
legal metrological (legal-for-trade)
applications in Germany and already
verified ex factory. For use in legal
metrology outside Germany, the
balances/scales must be initially veri-
fied for the respective country at the
place of installation. In such a case,
please contact your Sartorius represen-
tative about the verification procedure.
Models BL210-S-0CE, BL120S-0CE,
BL605S-0CE and GC503-0CE
These models are verifiable for use in
legal metrology upon delivery. You
can use the balance/scale immedi-
ately after:
–Warming up phase (see page 9)
–Adjustment (see page 10)
Always calibrate/adjust the balance/
scale with the weight supplied at regu-
lar intervals and after setting it up in a
new location.
Models BL510-0CE and GM512-0CE
These models are verifiable for use in
legal metrology upon delivery.
§Before starting operations, perform
an inspection of the delivery status.
The green “M“ must be affixed to
the scale/balance (see also the
chapter “Information on EC
Verification“). The scale/balance
is immediately ready for use in
legal-for-trade applications.
If the green “M“ is not affixed to a
model acceptable for legal metrologi-
cal verification:
Initial verification must be done at the
place of installation by an authorized
Sartorius representative or a local veri-
fication officer.
The balances/scales must be ad-
justed externally at the place of instal-
lation.
For further informations please refer to
the section on “Information on Verified
Balances/Scales“ in the “Overview“
chapter.

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Contents
Intended Use ................................................ 2
Initial Verification .......................................... 2
Contents ...................................................... 3
Warning and Safety Information ...................... 4
Getting Started ............................................. 4
Operating the Balance/Scale
Basic Weighing Function ................................. 9
Calibration/Adjustment ...................................10
Application Programs
Toggle between Weight Units............................12
Net-Total Formulation/
Second Tare Memory .....................................13
Counting.......................................................14
Weighing in Percent........................................16
Averaging.....................................................18
Configuring the Balance/Scale (Menu)
Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes) .................20
Balance/Scale Operating Menu (Overview)........21
Error Codes ..................................................22
Care and Maintenance ...................................23
Instructions for Recycling .................................24
Overview
Specifications ...............................................25
Accessories (Options) .....................................27
Information on EC Verification ...........................28
Declaration of Type Conformity..........................31
EC-Type Approval Certificate ............................34
Metrology Seals and Positions for Application.......35

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Warning and
Safety Information
Read these operating instructions
thoroughly before using your balance/
scale to prevent damage to the
equipment. Keep these instructions
in a safe place.
Follow the instructions below to
ensure safe and trouble-free operation
of your balance/scale:
!Make sure that the voltage rating
printed on the AC adapter is
identical to your local line voltage
!Do not use this balance/scale in
a hazardous area/location
– The only way to turn the power
off completely is to disconnect the
AC adapter
– Connect only Sartorius
accessories and options, as these
are optimally designed for use
with your balance/scale
– Protect the AC adapter from
contact with liquids
Do not open the balance/scale
housing. If the seal is broken, this will
result in forfeiture of all claims under
the manufacturer’s warranty.
Getting Started
Warranty
Do not miss out on the benefits of our
full warranty. Complete the warranty
registration card, and return the card to
your Sartorius office or dealer.
Storage and Shipping Conditions
Do not expose the balance/scale to
shocks, vibrations, moisture or extreme
temperatures.
Unpacking the Balance/Scale
§After unpacking the balance/scale,
check it immediately for any
visible damage as a result of rough
handling during shipment.
$If you see any sign of damage,
proceed as directed in the chapter
entitled “Care and Maintenance,”
under the section on “Safety
Inspection.”
Save the box and all parts of the
packaging until you have successfully
installed your balance/scale.
Only the original packaging provides
the best protection for shipment.
Before packing your balance/scale,
unplug all connected cables to prevent
unnecessary damage.

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Seal on Balances/Scales
for accuracy class Kand l:
EU legislation requires that a control
seal be affixed to the verified
balance/scale. The control seal
consists of a sticker with the “Sartorius”
logo. This seal will be irreparably
damaged if you attempt to remove it.
If the seal is broken, the validity of the
verification will become void, and you
must have your scale re-verified.
Equipment Supplied
The equipment supplied includes the
components listed below:
– Balance/scale
– Weighing pan/load plate
– Pan support (only with models that
have a round weighing pan)
– Fastener for an antitheft locking
device
– AC adapter
– Operating instructions
Additional parts only for BL210S,
BL120S, BL60S, GC503:
– Shield ring
– Shield plate
– Dust cover
– Calibration weight
– Gem tray (only for GC503)
Installation Instructions
Your balance/scale is designed to
provide reliable weighing results under
normal ambient conditions. When
choosing a location to set up your
balance/scale, observe the following
so that you will be able to work with
added speed and accuracy:
– Set up the balance/scale on a
stable, even surface
– Avoid placing the balance/scale
in close proximity to a heater or
otherwise exposing the balance/
scale to heat or direct sunlight
– Protect the balance/scale from
drafts that come from open windows
or doors
– Avoid exposing the balance/scale
to extreme vibrations during
weighing
– Protect the balance/scale from
aggressive chemical vapors
– Do not expose the balance/scale to
extreme moisture over long periods
Conditioning the Balance/Scale:
Moisture in the air can condense on
the surfaces of a cold balance/scale
whenever it is brought into a
substantially warmer place. If you
transfer the balance/scale to a warmer
area, make sure to condition it for
about 2 hours at room temperature,
leaving it unplugged from AC power.

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Setting Up the Balance/Scale
Balances/Scales with an analytical
draft shield chamber
§Place the components listed below on the
weighing chamber in the order given:
– Shield plate
– Shield ring
– Pan support
– Weighing pan/load plate
– Gem tray (only for GC503)
Balances/Scales with a Round Weighing Pan
§Place the components listed below on the balance
in the order given:
– Pan support
– Weighing pan/load plate
Balances/Scales with a Rectangular Weighing Pan
§Place the weighing pan/load plate on the
balance/scale

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Connecting the Balance/Scale to AC Power/
Safety Precautions
Use only original Sartorius AC adapters:
– for Europe: 69 71948
– for the USA: 69 71947
– for the RSA: 69 71949
– for Australia: 69 71950
§Insert the right-angle plug into the jack
§The AC adapter rated to Class 2 can be
plugged into any wall outlet without requiring
any additional safety precautions
The ground is connected to the balance/scale
housing, which can be additionally grounded
for operation.
Selecting the Voltage
To select the voltage, use the following original
AC adapters:
– AC adapter, TNG8, order no. 6971951
(universal)
or
– AC adapter, TNG8, order no. 6971952
(for Great Britain)
§Switch for changing from 230 V to 115 V

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Leveling the Balance/Scale
Level the balance/scale any time you set it up in
a new location.
Use only the 2 front feet of the balance/scale
for leveling.
§Turn the 2 rear feet until they are in position
(only for balances/scales with rectagular weighing
pans/load plates)
§Turn the 2 front feet as shown here in the illustration
until the air bubble is centered in the level indicator
> In most cases, this will require several
adjustment steps
Antitheft Locking Device
To fasten an antitheft locking device, use the lug
located on the rear panel of the balance/scale.
§Secure the balance/scale at the place
of installation, e.g., with a chain or a lock.

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Operating the Balance/Scale
Basic Weighing Function
Available Features
– Taring the balance/scale
You can tare the balance/scale within the entire weighing range.
Preparation
§Turn on the balance/scale: Press e
§To change configurations:
See the chapter entitled “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
§To load factory-set configurations:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale,” parameter 9 – 1
$To tare the balance/scale: Press t
Additional Functions:
§To turn off the balance/scale: Press e
Warmup Time
$Before connecting the balance/scale to the line current for the first time, allow
it to warm up for at least 24 hours. Do not use the balance/scale until it has
reached the proper operating temperature.
$BL210S, BL120S, BL60S, GC503:
Whenever the balance/sacle is disconnected from the line current, allow it to
warm up for at least 10 minutes. Once the balance/scale has warmed up
completely, adjust it with the weight supplied.
Example
Basic weighing
Menu code settings: Factory-set codes
Step Key (or instruction) Display
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
> Self-test is performed
3. Place container on balance + 52.0 g
scale (here: 52 g)
4. Tare the balance/scale t0.0 g
5. Place sample in container on + 150.2 g
balance/scale (here: 150.2 g)

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Calibration/
Adjustment*
Always calibrate/adjust
the balance/scale after
setting it up in a new
location.
Available Features
Calibration/adjustment
can only be performed
when:
– There is no load on
the balance/scale
– The balance/scale
is tared
– The internal signal
is stable
If these conditions are not
met, an error message is
displayed. The weight
required for calibration/
adjustment is displayed.
Calibration/Adjustment
for Verified Balances/
Scales of Accuracy
Class Kand m
– The external calibra-
tion function is
blocked (sealed
switch cover)
> You can only
perform external
calibration by
removing this seal.
In this case,
verification is no
longer valid and
you must have your
balance/scale
re-verified.
* “Calibration” technically means to determine the difference between the
balance/scale readout and the actual weight on the pan to determine the
accuracy. Adjustment means to bring a balance/scale into the state of
accuracy required for its use. Therefore, “calibration,” as used in this manual,
actually means “adjustment.”

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Example
Calibrate the balance/scale
Menu code settings: Factory-set codes
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
2. To access the calibration switch:
open the cover plate located
below the balance/scale;
flip the switch
3. Tare the balance/scale t0.0 g
4. Begin calibration t> 2 sec. + 1000.0
Calibration weight is displayed
without weight unit (here: 1000 g)
5. Place the indicated calibration 1000.0
weight on the balance/scale
After calibration, the calibration + 1000.0 g
weight is displayed with wt. unit
6. Remove the calibration weight 0.0 g

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Application Programs
All application programs can also be used in legal metrology. Calculated
weight values are indicated by one of the following symbols displayed to the right
of the numerical value:
– Percentage = %
– Piece count = pcs
– Other calculated value = o
The application programs for calibrated balances/scales not intended for use in
legal metrology are labeled with a triangle # in the right side of the display (e.g.
averaging).
Toggle between Weight Units (only for BL and GC models)
With this application program you can toggle the display of a weight value back
and forth between two weight units.
Configure the “Toggle weight units” application in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale” menu code 2.1. 2 Toggle weight units
Menu code Unit Conversion factor Abbr. on
printout
1. 7. 2 o3. 1. 2 oGrams 1.000 g
1. 7. 313. 1. 31Kilograms 0.001 kg
1. 7. 413. 1. 41Carats 5.000 ct
o= Factory setting
Function
§To toggle the display between the 1st and 2nd weight units:
Press the vkey
1Changes in settings depend on the model.

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Net-Total Formulation/Second Tare Memory
With this application program you can weigh in components for formulation
of a mixture.
Preparation
Configure the Net-total formulation/Second tare memory application in the
operating menu: See “Configuring the Balance/Scale” Menu code 2.1. 3
Example
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
2. Place an empty container on + 65.0 g
the balance/scale
3. Tare the balance/scale t
4. Add the first component + 120,5 g
5. Store the first component weight. v0.0 g
NET
If the print format is set
to include data ID codes,
the following is printed N1 + 120.5 g
6. Add the next component + 70,5 g
7. Store the 2nd component weight v0.0 g
NET
8. Add further components, As described
if desired for Steps 5 and 6
9. Display total weight c+ 191,0 g
and fill to desired final weight

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Counting
Purpose
The Counting program allows you to automatically
count the number of parts that have approximately
the same weight.
Available Features
– Store the current weight value to have it loaded
as the preset reference sample quantity next time
you initialize the Counting application
– The reference sample quantity can be changed
in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
– The average piece weight is automatically output
via the optional data interface port after
initialization, if the menu code for “Printout with
data ID codes” is set
– Press vto toggle the display between piece
count and weight
Factory Settings
Reference sample quantity: 10 (menu code 3. 3. 2)
Preparation
§Configure the Counting application in the
operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2. 1. 4 Counting
§Reference sample quantity:
Menu code 3. 3. 1 5 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 2 10 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 3 20 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 4 50 pcs
Menu code 3. 3. 5 100 pcs
See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example
Determine an unknown piece count; weigh the preset reference sample quantity
Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu: Application program: Counting (2. 1. 4),
Reference sample quantity: 20 pcs (3. 3. 3)
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
2. Tare the balance/scale t0.0 g
3. Display the reference sample v> 2 sec. ref 20 (briefly)
quantity (here: 20 pcs)
4. Place the reference sample + 66.0 g
quantity (20 pcs) on the
balance/scale (here: 66 g)
5. Start the application; if the print v+ 20 pcs
format is set to include data ID
codes, the following is printed wRef + 3.300 g
6. Weigh uncounted parts + 174 pcs
(here: 174 pcs)
7. Display weight v+ 574.2 g
8. Display quantity v+ 174 pcs
9. Unload the balance/scale 0pcs
10. Delete the reference value c
11. Repeat the procedure starting from Step 6, if desired.

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Weighing in Percent
Purpose
This application program allows you to obtain
weight readouts in percent which are in proportion
to a reference weight.
Available Features
– Store the current weight value to have it loaded
as the preset reference percentage next time you
initialize the Weighing in Percent application
– The reference percentage can be changed in the
operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
– The reference percentage is automatically output
via the optional data interface port after
initialization, if the menu code for “Printout with
data ID codes” is set
– Press vto toggle the display between
percentage and weight
Factory Settings
Reference percentage: 10 (menu code 3. 3. 2)
Preparation
§Configure the Weighing in percent application in
the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu Code 2. 1. 5 Weighing in percent
§Reference percentage:
Menu code 3. 3. 1 5 %
Menu code 3. 3. 2 10 %
Menu code 3. 3. 3 20 %
Menu code 3. 3. 4 50 %
Menu code 3. 3. 5 100 %
See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example
Determine an unknown percentage; store the weight on the balance/scale
as a reference percentage
Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu: Application program: Weighing in percent ( 2. 1. 5)
Menu: Reference percentage 100 % (3. 3. 5)
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
2. Tare the balance/scale t0.0 g
3. Display the reference:
percentage v > 2 sec. ref 100
4. Place the reference weight + 222.5 g
for 100% on the balance/scale
(here: 222.5 g)
5. Start application; if the print v+100.00 %
format is set to include data
ID codes, the following is printed Wxx% + 222.500 g
6. Place an unknown weight +144.94 %
on the balance/scale
(here: 322.5 g)
7. Display weight v+322.5 g
8. Display percentage v+144.94 %
9. Unload the balance/scale 0.00 %
10. Delete the reference percentage c
11. Repeat the procedure starting from Step 6, if desired.

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Averaging
Purpose
Use this program to determine weights under extreme-
ly unstable ambient conditions. In this program, the
balance/scale calculates the weight as the average
value from a defined number of individual weighing
operations. These weighing operations are also
known as “subweighing operations” or “subweighs.”
Available Features
– The measured result displayed is the arithmetic
mean shown in the selected weight unit;
a triangle under the plus or minus sign indicates
that this is a calculated value
– You can set the number of subweighing
operations performed in the operating menu:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
– Press vfor at least 2 sec. to display the pre-set
number of subweighing operations
– Press vto toggle the display between the
calculated result and the weight
Factory Settings
Number of subweighs for averaging: 10 (3. 3. 2)
Preparation
§Configure the Averaging application:
See “Configuring the Balance/Scale”
Menu code 2. 1.12 Averaging
– Number of subweighs for averaging:
3. 3. 1 5 subweighs
3. 3. 2 10 subweighs
3. 3. 3 20 subweighs
3. 3. 4 50 subweighs
3. 3. 5 100 subweighs
See also “Configuring the Balance/Scale”

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Example
Determine the weight of a sample in extremely unstable ambient conditions
by calculating the average of 10 subweighing operations.
Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu: Application program: Averaging (menu code 2. 1.12)
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn on the balance/scale e
2. Tare the balance/scale t0.0 g
3. Display the number
of subweighs (here: 10) v> 2 sec. ref 10 (briefly)
4. Place sample on the balance/ + 8888
scale (weight readout fluctuates;
here: around 275 g)
5. Start measurement v+ 8888
10
9
8
...
1
After 10 subweighs + 275.5 g G
If the print format is set
to include data ID codes,
the following is printed RES + 275.5 g
6. Unload balance/scale + 275.5 g G
(stable weight readout
locked into display)
7. Delete the result c
8. Repeat the procedure starting from Step 4, if desired.

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Configuring the Balance/Scale
Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes)
You can configure your balance scale to meet individual requirements by selecting
from the parameters available in the menu.
Example: Adapt the balance/scale to extremely unstable ambient conditions:
Menu code 1, 1. 4
Step Key Display
(or instruction)
1. Turn off the balance/scale e
2. Turn the balance/scale back on; e
while all segments
are displayed tbriefly 1.
$To navigate within a menu trepeatedly 2.
level; the last menu option is ...
followed by the first option 9.
1.
3. Select the 2nd menu level p1. 1.
4. Select the 3rd menu level p1. 1. 2 o
5. In Menu Level 3:
Select the desired option trepeatedly 1. 1. 4
6. Confirm new setting; the “o” 2 sec.
indicates the currently set option p1. 1. 4 o
$Select the next menu level –
(here: move from the 3rd to the
1st level) p1.
$Set other menu codes, if desired p, t
7. Store parameter settings 2 sec.
and exit operating menu t> 2 sec.
or
$Exit operating menu without
storing changes e
> Restart the application 0.0 g