A D FZ-i Series Precision Balances User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- A D
Table of Contents
**A D FZ-i Series Precision Balances User Guide
**
Introduction
This quick start guide describes the basic functions and operations of the balance (FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-i WP / FX-i WP / FZ-GD / FX-GD series).
The functions and operating procedures of the balance are explained in details in the “FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-i WP / FX-i WP / FZ-GD / FX-GD SERIES Precision Balance INSTRUCTION MANUAL”. This manual can be downloaded from our website https://www.aandd.jp
Installation and Precautions
The balance is a precision instrument. Unpack it carefully. It is recommended
to keep the packing materials to be used for transporting the balance in the
future.
The packing contents depend on the balance model. See the following
illustrations to confirm that everything is included.
Cautions
- Verify that the AC adapter type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle type.
- Use the dedicated AC adapter specified for the balance.
- Do not use the AC adapter provided with the balance for models that are not considered compatible with the AC adapters.
- If you use a wrong AC adapter, the balance and other equipment may not operate properly.
Precautions
To get the optimum performance from the balance and acquire accurate weighing data, note the following:
- Install the balance in an environment where the temperature and humidity are not excessive. The best operating temperature is about 20°C±2°C at about 45 ~ 60%RH relative humidity.
- Install the balance where it is free of dust.
- The weighing table should be solid (An anti-vibration table or stone table is ideal).
- Install the balance on a horizontal table and check that it is not tilted.
- Install the balance in a stable place avoiding vibration and shock. Corners of rooms on the first floor are best, as they are less prone to vibration.
- Install the balance where it is not affected by heaters or air conditioners.
- Install the balance where it is not exposed to direct sunlight.
- Install the balance away from equipment which produces magnetic fields.
- Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm it using the bubble spirit level. Refer to the next page “How to adjust the bubble spirit level”.
- Warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes. Plug in the AC adapter as usual.
- Calibrate the balance before use or after moving it to another location. Refer to “8. CALIBRATION” in the instruction manual.
With the FZ-i WP / FX-i WP series
- The dustproof and waterproof level of the balance is equivalent to IP65, and its second digit, “5”, corresponds to “having no harmful influence by receiving direct jet of water”. Washing the balance with strong water pressure or submerging it in water, may cause water to seep inside the balance and cause a malfunction.
- When installing and using the balance under conditions requiring dustproof and waterproof performances, make sure that the AC adapter plug is fully inserted into the AC adapter jack and that the terminal cover is attached to the RS-232C interface or the waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500) is used.
- If the RS-232C terminal cover is removed or the waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500) is not used, protection against dust and water is not provided.
Caution: Do not install the balance where flammable or corrosive gas is present.
How to adjust the bubble spirit level
When the bubble is off to the left:
Turn the leveling foot on the front right in the clockwise direction.
When the bubble is off to the right:
Turn the leveling foot on the front left in the clockwise direction.
When the bubble is off to the backward position:
Turn both leveling feet on the front in the clockwise direction at the same
time.
When the bubble is off to the forward position:
Turn both leveling feet on the front in the counter clockwise direction at the
same time.
Display Symbols and Key Operations
Display symbols
Key Operations
The behavior of the balance differs depending on whether ”Press and release the key immediately” or ”Press and hold the key (for 2 seconds)”. The normal weighing operation is to ”Press and release the key immediately”. Do not hold down the key unless you need to.
Press the key (Press and release the key immediately)
Press and hold the key for 2 seconds
| Key | When pressed and released | When pressed and held (for 2 seconds) |
|---|---|---|
| Turns the display ON / OFF. The standby indicator is displayed when the |
display is turned off. The weighing mode is enabled when the display is turned
on.
The key is available anytime. Pressing the key during operation will always
turn the display OFF.
| In the weighing mode, turns the digit for readability ON / OFF.
In the counting or percent mode, enters the sample storing mode.| Displays the
menu of function table.
| Switches the weighing units stored in the function table.| Enters the mode for changing the weighing speed.
| Enters the calibration mode (One-Touch Calibration) using the internal mass
(FZ- i / FZ- i WP / FZ-GD series only).
In the internal setting mode, the operation is canceled.| Enters the
calibration mode using an external weight (with your weight).
| When stable, outputs the weighing data according to the function table.
In the function table, confirms the operation.
| No function at the time of shipment.
Outputs “Title block” and “End block” for GLP, GMP, etc. report by changing the function table.
| Sets the display to zero.
Calibration
Calibration Using the Internal Mass
(One-Touch Calibration, FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD Series Only)
This function calibrates the balance using the internal mass.
- Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the weighing pan.
- Place the accessory breeze break on the balance and press the key. The balance displays .
- The balance performs calibration using the internal mass. Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
- After the calibration, if the “GLP output ( )” parameter of the function table is set, the balance outputs a sensitivity adjustment report.
- The balance will automatically return to weighing mode after calibration
Calibration Using an External Weight
This function calibrates the balance using an external weight.
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Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the weighing pan.
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Press and hold the key for 2 seconds until is displayed, and then release the key.
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The balance displays .
- If you want to change the calibration weight, press the key and go to step 4. Refer to “8. CALIBRATION” in the instruction manual for selectable calibration weights.
- If you use the calibration weight value stored in the balance, go to step 5.
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Specify the calibration weight value as follows:
key To switch the display condition to “All of the segments blinking” (target weight selection mode) or “The last two digits blinking” (value adjustment mode).
key (To increase the value)
key (To decrease the value)
To select the calibration weight or adjust the value.
key To store a new weight value. Even if the AC adapter is removed, the data is maintained in non-volatile memory.
key To cancel the operation (return to ). -
Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and press the key. The balance measures the zero point and displays the measured value. Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
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Place the calibration weight on the pan and press the key. The balance measures the calibration weight and displays the measured value. Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
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Remove the weight from the pan.
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After the calibration, if the “GLP output” is set, the balance outputs a “sensivity adjustment report”.
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The balance will automatically return to the weighing mode.
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Place the calibration weight on the pan again and check if the value is within the range (set value ± 2 digits). If it is out of the range, pay attention to the surrounding environment and start again from step 1.
Error Codes
| Display | Error code | Description |
|---|
EC, E11
| Stability error
The balance cannot stabilize due to an environmental problem. Check around
the pan. Prevent vibration, drafts, temperature changes, static electricity
and magnetic fields, from influencing the balance. Refer to “3-2 During Use”
in the instruction manual.
To return to the weighing mode, press the key.
| Out of range error
The entered value exceeds the setting range. Enter a correct value.
EC, E17
| Internal mass error (FZ – i / FZ – i WP /
FZ – GD series only)
The internal mass application mechanism does not work properly. Perform the
weighing operation from the beginning again.
EC, E20
| Calibration weight error (Positive value)
The calibration weight is too heavy. Verify the calibration mass value.
Press the key to return to the weighing mode.
EC, E21
| Calibration weight error (Negative value)
The calibration weight is too light. Confirm the calibration mass value.
Press the key to return to the weighing mode.
| Overload error
A sample beyond the balance weighing capacity has been placed on the pan.
Remove the sample from the pan.
| Weighing pan error
The mass value is too light. Confirm that the weighing pan is properly
installed and calibrate the balance.
| Sample mass error
The balance cannot store the sample for the counting mode or for the
percent mode because it is too light. Use a larger sample.
| Unit mass error
The sample unit mass for the counting mode is too light. Storing and using
it for counting will cause a counting error. Add samples to reach the
specified number and press the key. Pressing the key without adding
samples will shift the balance to the counting mode. But, for accurate
counting, be sure to add samples.
| Clock battery error
The clock backup battery has been depleted. Press any key and set the time
and date. The clock and calendar function work normally as long as the AC
adapter is connected to the balance. If this error appears frequently, contact
the local A&D dealer.
Display| Error code| Description
---|---|---
| Power supply voltage fault
The voltage supplied from the AC adapter is abnormal. Check if the AC
adapter is one provided with the balance.
EC, E00
| Communications error
A protocol error occurred in communications. Confirm the format, baud rate
and parity.
EC, E01
| Undefined command error
An undefined command was received. Confirm the command.
EC, E02
| Not ready
A received command cannot be processed.
e.g. The balance received a Q command, but not in the weighing mode.
e.g. The balance received a Q command while processing a RE-ZERO command.
Adjust the delay time to transmit a command.
EC, E03
| Timeout error
If the timeout parameter is set to “ ”, the balance did not receive the
next character of a command within the time limit of one second. Confirm the
communication.
EC, E04
| Excess characters error
The balance received excessive characters in a command. Confirm the
command.
EC, E06
| Format error
A command includes incorrect data.
e.g. The number of digits is incorrect.
e.g. The alphabet was included in the numerical value. Confirm the command.
EC, E07
| Parameter setting error
The received data exceeds the range that the balance can accept. Confirm
the parameter range of the command.
Specifications
| FZ series
---|---
120 i / i WP / GD| 200 i / i WP / GD| 300 i /
i WP / GD| 500 i| 1200 i / i WP / GD| 2000
i / i WP / GD
| 3000
i / i WP / GD
| 5000 i
Weighing capacity| 122g| 220g| 320g| 520g| 1220g| 2200g| 3200g| 5200g
Maximum display| 122.084g| 220.084g| 320.084g| 520.084g| 1220.84g| 2200.84g|
3200.84g| 5200.84g
Minimum display| 0.001g| 0.01g
Repeatability (Standard deviation)| 0.001g| 0.01g
Linearity| ±0.002g| ±0.02g
Accuracy after calibration with internal mass*| ±0.010g| ****
±0.10g
| ****
±0.15g
- Accuracy after calibration using the internal mass, with the accessory breeze break installed and in good ambient conditions (within the temperature range of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) with no abrupt changes in temperature or humidity, no drafts, no vibration and no effect by magnetic fields or static electricity).
- With the FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series balance, the environment and aging may cause internal mass value error. Calibrate the balance using an external mass and perform maintenance regularly.
| FX series
---|---
120 i / i WP / GD| 200 i / i WP / GD| 300 i /
i WP / GD| 500 i| 1200 i / i WP / GD| 2000 i /
i WP / GD| 3000 i / i WP / GD| 5000 i
Weighing capacity| 122g| 220g| 320g| 520g| 1220g| 2200g| 3200g| 5200g
Maximum display| 122.084g| 220.084g| 320.084g| 520.084g| 1220.84g| 2200.84g|
3200.84g| 5200.84g
Minimum display| 0.001g| 0.01g
Repeatability (Standard deviation)| 0.001g| 0.01g
Linearity| ±0.002g| ±0.02g
The FZ-i WP / FX-i WP series balances have dustproof and waterproof performances (IP65 compliant).
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