4
Warnings and Safety Precautions
The weighing instrument complies with
the European Council Directives as well as
international regulations and standards for
electrical equipment, electromagnetic
compatibility, and the stipulated safety
requirements. Improper use or handling,
however, can result in damage and/or
injury. To prevent damage to the equip-
ment, read these operating instructions
carefully before using your scale.
Keep these instructions in a safe place.
– Do not expose the weighing instrument
to aggressive chemical vapors or to extreme
temperatures, moisture, shocks, or vibration.
– Exposure to excessive electromagnetic
interference can cause the readout value
to change. Once the disturbance has ceased,
the instrument can be used again in accor-
dance with its intended purpose.
– Do not use electrical equipment out of doors.
– The scale may not be operated in hazardous
areas or areas containing potentially explo-
sive agents. If you use electrical equipment
in installations and under ambient condi-
tions subject to stricter safety standards
than those described in the manual, you
must comply with the provisions as speci-
fied in the applicable regulations for
installation in your country.
– Make absolutely sure to disconnect the
scale from power (unplug the power cord)
before you connect or disconnect a periph-
eral device (printer or PC) to or from the
interface port.
– If you use cables purchased from another
manufacturer, check the pin assignments in
the cable against those specified by Sartorius
before connecting the cable to Sartorius
equipment, and disconnect any wires that
are assigned differently. The operator shall
be solely responsible for any damage or
injuries that occur when using cables not
supplied by Sartorius. Connect only
Sartorius accessories and options, as these
are optimally designed for use with your
PMA scale.
– The power connection must be made in
accordance with the regulations applicable
in your country. If you need assistance,
contact your Sartorius dealer or the Sartorius
Service Center. Any installation work that
does not conform to the instructions in this
manual will result in forfeiture of all claims
under the manufacturer’s warranty.
– If there is any indication that safe operation
of the equipment is no longer warranted;
for example, if the AC adapter is defective
or shows sign of damage, disconnect the
equipment from power and lock it in a safe
place to ensure that it cannot be used for
the time being.
– Disconnecting the grounding conductor
is prohibited. Make sure the applicable
accident prevention regulations are
observed by all operating personnel.
– Always make sure the equipment is discon-
nected from AC power before performing
any installation, cleaning, maintenance or
repair work on the scale or AC adapter.
If the equipment housing is opened by
anyone other than persons authorized
by Sartorius, all claims under the manufac-
turer’s warranty are forfeited.
– The casing on all connecting cables, as well
as the casing on wires inside the equipment
housing, is made of PVC. Chemicals that
corrode this material must be kept away
from these cables.
– Do not leave the interface port uncovered.
If the port is not used, or in preparation for
shipping, replace the cap to protect the data
interface from vapors, moisture and dust
or dirt.
– Never use a hammer to close a paint can
while is it still on the load plate, as this will
damage the weighing system.