RADWAG PM.5Y Precision Balance User Guide

RADWAG PM.5Y Precision Balance

Precision Balances Start Up Guide

• Product: Precision Balances PM 5Y (d = 0.01 g), PM 5Y (d = 0.1 g), PM 5Y (d = 0.2 g)
• User Manual: To view the complete User Manual, go to the website or scan the QR code
• Unpacking: Remove transport lock prior to balance assembly

Recommendations and Warnings

• Avoid exposing the balance to heat sources, sunlight, and magnetic fields
• Avoid air drafts and movements at the workstation
• Place the balance on an even and stable surface
• Do not place the balance in a hazardous area or weigh explosive or flammable materials

Preparing for Work

1. Place the device at the workstation and wait until it reaches room temperature
2. Connect the power supply to the mains
3. Let the balance stabilize at room temperature for up to 8 hours before switching it on
4. The balance will switch on automatically when connected to the mains

Weighing Instructions

1. Place the object to be weighed on the balance
2. The weight will be displayed on the screen
3. To remove any tare weight, press the tare button before placing the object on the balance
4. To turn off the balance, use the top menu or the button underneath the display housing on the left

To view the complete User Manual, go to the website or scan the QR code :radwag.com/en/manuals/14352

CONTENT

PM 5Y (d = 0.01 g)

PM 5Y (d = 0.1 g)

PM 5Y (d = 0.2 g)

UNPACKING

PM 5Y (d = 0.01 g, d = 0.1 g) Keep the packaging for warranty and service purposes.

PM 5Y (d = 0.2 g)

RECOMMENDATIONS AND WARNINGS

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%.
The temperature change must occur gradually and slowly.
The use of an anti-vibration table is recommended for obtaining stable and repeatable weighing results.

Place the balance away from heat sources. Avoid exposing the balance to the sunlight.

Avoid exposing the balance to a magnetic field. Do not weigh magnetic substances.

Avoid air drafts and air movements at the workstation.

Make sure that the balance is placed on an even surface

Do not place the balance on an unstable surface exposed to shocks and vibrations.

Do not place the balance in a hazardous area. Do not weigh explosive or flammable materials.

TRANSPORT LOCK REMOVAL

PM 5Y (d = 0.2 g)

Prior to balance assembly, remove the transport lock.

COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY

PM 5Y (d = 0.01 g)

PM 5Y (d = 0.1 g)

PM 5Y (d = 0.2 g)

PREPARING FOR WORK

Place the device at the workstation, wait until it reaches room temperature.

Temperature Stabilization

1. Prior to switching the device on, let it reach room temperature (estimated stabilization time: up to 8 hours).
2. Connect the power supply cable to the DC socket on the back of the balance or on the back of the terminal.
3. Connect the power supply to the mains.

Do not connect the balance and the terminal to the power supply at the same time.

Switching the Balance On

1. The balance switches on automatically when connected to the mains. If the balance is manually switched off using the top menu, it must be switched on using the button underneath the display housing on the left.
2. The balance with automatic levelling starts the program and the levelling process runs automatically
3. When auto levelling is complete, the home screen is displayed.

Balance Levelling

1. Press the level status pictogram
2. The control panel of the levelling function is displayed.
   To level the balance, turn its feet; keep turning until the pictogram on the screen is in the central position.
   Press ←to return to the home screen.

Your balance is ready to use!

HOME SCREEN

BASIC OPERATIONS

1. Press „Internal adjustment” function button or .
2. Press „Adjustment
3. Press „Internal adjustment”.
4. Wait for the process to be completed.

Zeroing

1. Make sure that the weighing pan is empty and press “Zeroing” button.
2. The balance has been zeroed.

Taring

1. With loaded weighing pan: upon stabilization of the weighing result, press “Tare” button.
2. The balance has been tared.

Working Modes

Slide down the top menu, press “Working modes” pictogram to display the list of available working modes.

Unit Selection
Press the current mass unit pictogram to display the list of available units.

SETTINGS

Some balance settings are available only for the Administrator.

Administrator Login

1. Slide down the top menu and press „Log in”.
2. Select „Admin” from the menu.
3. Enter password „1111” and press →.
4. You have logged as the Administrator.

Operator Settings
Prior to operators configuration, log in as the Administrator.

1. Press to enter Menu and select „Operators”.
2. Press + add button and fill in the necessary fields fora new operator.
3. 

Proximity Sensors Setup
You can assign a function of your choice to each proximity sensor. In addition, you can assign various functions to the same sensor in different working modes. See the exemplary procedure for sensors configuration for the „Weighing” mode.

1. Slide out the menu.
2. Select „Buttons”.
3. Select a respective sensor (right or left) from the list.
   Select a function to be assigned to the sensor

CONNECTING PERIPHERALS

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Guidelines and Precautions

Prior to cleaning it is necessary to disconnect the device from the mains! Remove the plug from the outlet and disconnect all cables.

Note:  Do not use aggressive cleaning agents (e.g. solvents, chlorine preparations, corrosive chemicals, bleach).

Use soft cloth made of either natural or synthetic fibers exclusively. Avoid using stiff or hard fabric, as this may cause scratches on the surface!

Note:   Use neither sharp-structured nor scrubbing-purposed substances.

Apply the cleanser to the cloth. Re-member not to apply the cleanser directly onto the device!

Note: Make sure that neither dust nor liquid gets inside the weighing system (device inside).

Cleaning Instructions
If it is necessary to disassemble the weighing chamber, follow the instructions in section 11.3.

• GLASS PANES AND COMPONENTS can be cleaned using window cleaner.
• WEIGHING PANS AND STAINLESS STEEL OR ALUMINIUM COMPONENTS 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 a handheld vacuum cleaner.
• Clean components can be dried using a soft cloth or a dust-free paper towel. With this, the remaining moisture will be absorbed.
• Install all the components, providing they are completely dry.

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References

• Radwag Balances And Scales, Laboratory, Industrial scales
• Radwag Balances and Scales - analytical balance, moisture analyzer, radwag scales

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