Transcat PROCISION TCS Series User guide

Start up Guide
Series Balances
TCS
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2. UNPACKING
1 2 3
Keep the packaging should a
warranty claim or service be
required.
1. CONTENT
Balance
×1
Balance
×1
Draft shield
×1
Draft shield
×1
Weighing pan
×1
Weighing pan
×1
Power adapter
×1
Power adapter
×1
Models: TCS-203
Models: TCS-602 | TCS-2002 | TCS-3101

3. RECOMMENDATIONS AND WARNINGS
+40 °C
+104°F
+10 °C
+50 °F
Operate the device in a room where the temperature ranges
between 10–40 °C (50–104 °F) and where the relative humidity is
below 80%.
Place the balance on a solid surface to ensure stability. To obtain
stable and repeatable weighing results, an anti-vibration table is
recommended.
Place the balance away from
heat sources. Avoid exposing
the balance to the sunlight.
Avoid air drafts and air
movements at the
workstation.
Avoid exposing the balance to
a mag-netic fi eld. Do not
weigh magnetic substances.
Make sure that the balance is
placed on an even surface.
Do not place the balance in a
hazard-ous area. Do not
weigh explosive materials.
Do not place the balance on
an unstable ground exposed
to shocks and vibrations.
4.1. Grounding spring check
4. ACTIVITIES TO BE DONE PRIOR TO OPERATION
Check the grounding
spring is in the correct
location.
Make sure the spring
juts slightly out of the
hole.

5. COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY
6. PREPARING FOR WORK
6.1. Temperature stabilization time
Prior to switching the device on, let it
reach room temperature (estimated
stabilization time: 1-8 hours).
Connect the power
adapter to DC
connector.
Connect the
power adapter to
the mains.
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6.2. Leveling
To level the balance, turn its feet and
keep turning the feet until an air bubble
takes the central position.
Models: TCS-203
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Models: TCS-602 | TCS-2002 | TCS-3101
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6.3. Switch the balance on
To switch the device on, press ON / OFF key.
Your balance is ready to use!
7.PANEL AND SCREEN
7.1. Panel keys
Switching
ON/OFF
7.2. Home screen
Sending weighing result
to a printer
or a computer / ENTER
Weighing result
window and
communication and
information section
Stable result
pictogram
Balance zeroing
pictogram
Navigation
and zeroing
Navigation
and taring
Selecting working
mode / ESC

8. BASIC OPERATIONS
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Prepare suitable mass standard. Load the weighing pan with the mass
standard and press key.
Prior to adjustment prepare the right mass
standard. You are recommended to use a mass
standard of class F1 or F2. View the table and
select the mass standard you need.
8.1. Adjustment
External adjustment is carried out using an external mass
standard of the right accuracy and weight value, which
value depends on balance type and capacity.
Balance
model
TCS-203 200
TCS-602 500
TCS-2002
TCS-3101
2 000
2 000
Mass
standard [g]
1 2
Simultaneously press + keys to enter
home screen.
While “P1.CAL” parameter is on, press key.
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Unload the weighing pan and press
key.
While "1.1.CA-E" parameter is on, press key.

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Unload the weighing pan. Adjustment completed.
The balance has been zeroed.
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8.2. Zeroing
The balance has been tared.
1 2
With loaded weighing pan,
upon result stabilization, press
key.
8.3. Taring
With unloaded weighing pan press key.

8.4. Working modes accessibility
While “3.1.UUGG” parameter is on, press key.
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1 2
+ keys to enter Simultaneously press
home screen.
Using
key select “P3.Func” parameter
and press key.
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5
Using key select "3.1.1Acc" parameter
and press key.
Using key select "YES" value and press
key to confirm.
In order to enable other
working modes, repeat
the steps and
Save working mode
settings - section

Using key select working mode
and press
.
1
Using key enter working modes menu.
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8.5. Selecting working mode
Using key select “P9.Unit” parameter
and press key.
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8.6. Weighing unit selection
When the main unit is g (gram), the user has the
following units: g (gram), ct (karat), lb (pound).
Using key select weighing unit and press
key to confirm.
3 4
Detailed overview of the settings
of the working modes is to be
found in balance’s main user
manual.
•Weighing
•Parts
counting
•+/- Control
•Percent
Weighing
•Peak Hold
•Totalizing
The menu features the following working modes:
+ keys to enter
Simultaneously press
home screen.
Using key select “9.2.Unin” parameter
and press key.

9. PERIPHERAL DEVICES CONNECTORS

10. DEVICE CLEANING
10.1. General Recommendations
Prior to cleaning it is necessary
to disconnect the device from
the mains. Remove the plug
from the outlet, disconnect all
cables
Use soft cloth made of either
natural or synthetic fiber
exclusively. Avoid using cloth
made of stiff/hard fabric, this
could cause scratches on the
surface.
Apply the cleaner onto the cloth.
Mind not to apply the cleaner
directly onto the device.
Do not use aggressive cleaning
agents (e.g. solvents, chlorine
preparations, corrosive
chemicals, bleach)
Make sure that dust nor
liquid gets inside the
weighing system.
Do not use substances of
sharp structure or intended
for scrubbing
11.2. Cleaning Instructions
GLASS PANES AND COMPONENTS can be cleaned using window cleaner.
WEIGHING PANS AND STAINLESS STEEL OR ALUMININUM COMPONETS can be
cleaned using a cloth slightly soaked in a solution of water and gentle cleanser (e.g. soap or
dishwashing liquid)
OPERATION PANEL AND HOUSING can be cleaned using a cloth slightly soaked in a
solution of water and gentle cleanser (e.g. soap or dishwashing liquid)
Dry sample leftovers can be removed using either a brush or handheld vacuum cleaner.
Clean componets can be dried using a soft cloth or dust-free paper towl, with this the
remaining moisture will be absorbed.
Install all the componets only when they are completely dry.

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