Service Manual

Sartorius Combics 1 | Combics 2

Models CIS1U | CIS2U | CISL1U | CISL2U

for Combics Indicators
CF

and OK
REF

Models CAPP.U-...-LU | CAPS.U-...-LU

for Combics Weighing Platforms

including Service Specifications

WCI5005-e03104

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 Contents 22 1-18-1: External User-defined Calibration
Weight (Service Mode not Required)
Overview 23 1-18-2 1. Entering 1st Linearization Weight
04 Service Concept 24 Calibration/Adjustment Routines in Service Mode (General
04 General Information Information)
05 When to Use Which Procedure 25 Valid areas for Use
05 Combics Indicators 26 Zone “D”
07 Overview of the Models 27 Menu Line 1-9: Calibration/Adjustment Functions
07 Auxiliary Service Tools and Equipment 28 1-9-1 External Calibration/Adjustment with Default
08 Accompanying Literature Weights
09 Operating Concept 28 1-9-3 External Calibration/Adjustment with User-
09 Keys below the Display defined Weights
10 Configuring the Combics 30 1-9-5 Internal Linearization (Only for WP1 on COM1 or
10 Purpose, Features UniCOM Ports)
12 Function of the Keys when Configuring the Menu 30 1-9-7 External Linearization with User-defined Weights
12 Printing the Parameter Settings 33 1-9-8 Setting the Preload
13 Description of the Equipment 34 1-9-9 Clearing the Preload
14 Function of the Service Keys and Switches 36 Adjustment without Weights
14 A. Menu Access Switch 36 Menu Item 1-19:
14 B. SBI/BPI Key Entering the Specifications of the Load Cell(s)
15 Activating the BPI Mode 39 Menu Item 1-20: Entering the Geographical Latitude and
15 C. Boot Key Altitude, or the Acceleration of Earth Gravity
16 Activating the xBPI Protocol 40 Entering the Place of Adjustment with Subsequent
17 Activating the Service Mode Adjustment (Example)
17 Activating the Service Mode 40 Menu Item 1-13: Zero at On
19 Working in the Service Mode 46 Configuring the A/D Converter of the Combics Indicator
19 Additional Menus in Service Mode (Service Mode)
22 Menu Item 1-18: 46 Menu Item 11: A/D Converter Settings (Configuration:
Entering Calibration/Linearization Weights Standard, Trade)

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 47 A/D Converter Configuration (General Information) 76 Adjusting the Weighing Platform
47 Notes on A/D Converter Configuration 76 Adjusting the Off-center Load
48 Descriptions of the Individual Menu Items 76 Procedure (Example Illustrated on the Left)
49 Selecting the Weighing Range Structure 77 Diagram: Determining the Adjustment Resistance
(Menu Item 11-3) 78 Off-center Load Adjustment: 0-ohm Resistors (Example)
52 Menu Item 9-1: A/D Converter Configuration (Example: 79 Setting the Overload Stops
Trade Configuration) 79 1. Weighing Platforms with 1 Load Cell: Steel
57 Menu Item 9-1: A/D Converter Configuration with Load 80 2. Weighing Platforms with 1 Load Cell: Stainless Steel
Cell(s) Connected (Example: Standard Configuration) 81 3. Weighing Platforms with 4 Load Cells: Steel
58 Loading the Standard Configuration 82 4. Weighing Platforms with 4 Load Cells: Stainless Steel
(if the Trade configuration is currently loaded) 83 Repairing the Weighing Platforms
62 Menu Item 1-19: Entering the Specifications of the Load 83 Replacing the Connecting Cable
Cell(s) 84 Replacing Load Cells
64 Entering the Date of Service 85 Torque Values
65 Entering the Serial Number of the Combics Indicator 86 Pin Assignments in the Junction Box
67 Entering the Model Designation of the Combics Indicator 87 Replacing the Load Cell Foot
68 Defining Transaction Numbers for Data Records (Weight 87 Color Codes of the Wiring for Weighing Platforms, Models
Values) which were stored in the Alibi Memory CAPS../CAPS..
69 Repairing the Combics Indicator 88 Error Codes
69 Replacing the Front Panel 90 The Combics Weighing Platforms
70 Blank Display 91 Type Designation
70 Replacing the Power Cord 91 Complete Combics scale
71 Replacing the Power PCB 92 Complete Combics stainless steel scale
72 Replacing the DC/DC Converter 93 Service Specifications
73 Replacing the A/D Converter 93 CAPP/CAPS1U-.....-LU
73 Quick-test of the A/D Converter 94 CAPP/CAPS4U-.....-LU
74 Replacing the Digital PCB
75 Checking the IP67 Protection
75 Torque Values for Cable Glands and Vent Valve

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 Overview

Service Concept
Prerequisites for performing maintenance and repair work on Sartorius Combics
scales requires considerable experience with both indicators and weighing platforms.
In case of defects, repairs are performed on site. Generally, the equipment is not
replaced.

General Information
– Do not connect or disconnect cables to or from the equipment; always disconnect the
power cable from the wall socket (mains supply) first!

– To ensure safety, an isolating transformer must be installed between the indicator and
the power supply before performing work that entails opening the Combics indicator
housing.

On Combics scales, check and adjust as necessary:

(The procedure is the same as for all scale and weighing platform models.)
– Repeatability (standard deviation)
– Off-center load
– Span
– Linearity

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 When to Use Which Procedure
Combics Indicators

Activate the service mode to perform all adjustments See page 17

Important: All adjustments required after repair work (such as

replacement of the A/D converter or the load cells) are
performed using the terminal.
The Sartocas service software is not required for these adjustments.
Using this software, however, can make some adjustments
unnecessary (see „Use Sartocas software“ below).

Activate the BPI mode to load a modified data record in the controller
of the A/D converter See page 15

Activate the xBPI protocal to perform calibration and adjustment, if necessary See page 16
using Sartocas

Use Sartocas software - to reactivate the SBI protocol by selecting the „Close“
command on the Combics terminal (or by restoring
factory defaults (menu line 9-1)
- to program a new A/D converter PCB with data read from the old PCB

The necessary adjustments and customer specific menu settings

are not necessary

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 Use PPLoader software to update the application software in the terminal

Drift, display
Inf 02 when starting an
adjustment routine to check the A/D converter (quick-test) See page 73
or with the strain-gauge simulator,
check load cell(s) with the load cell tester

Display blank (dark) Disconnect the equipment from the power supply and
disconnect all cables and wires from the subassemblies,
connect equipment to power again, connect subassemblies
in turn and measure voltages See pages 70-72

No communication with
connected equipment Check connections and data transfer parameters;
start internal test program; if necessary, replace

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 Overview of the Models
The hardware configuration consists of either a Combics 1 or 2 indicator and
Sartorius weighing platform(s), or a Combics 1 or 2 indicator and weighing
platform(s) (strain-gauge load cells) from another manufacturer.

Important: Mechanical and electrical service or repair work on the Combics scale requires
considerable experience, and for this reason should be performed only by
Sartorius technicians trained at the factory. Any attempt to perform repair work
can result in damage to the equipment.

Auxiliary Service Tools and Equipment

In addition to standard tools, you will need the following special tools to work on
the Combics scale:

Qty. Designation Order No.

1 Laptop
1 Sartocas service software, version 1.46 or later 6740-33
or
1 Psion Server version 4.10 or later
1 PPLoader software
1 Isolating transformer
1 Flintec LCT-01 load cell tester
1 Socket wrench, double hexagon, 10-32 mm,
“ square driver
1 Adapter for Allen screws, SW 5 - 17, ” square driver

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 Qty. Designation Order No.
1 Torque wrench, 10-120 Nm 14x18, stainless steel
1 Torque wrench, 60-320 Nm 14x18, stainless steel
1 Set of open-ended wrenches with sockets
1 Set of sockets, up to 30 mm (hexagonal, stainless steel)
2 Transport belt (to move load plates or weighing
platforms; available from specialist suppliers)
2 Ring lugs (stainless steel; for moving the load plates or
weighing platforms; available from specialist suppliers)
1 Set open-ended wrenches (spanners) (up to 24 mm, stainless steel)
1 Threaded rod, M 16x120, for lifting the weighing platform
(available from specialist supplier)
1 Testing device for checking IP66/67 protection (not yet defined)
1 Set of screwdrivers (slotted)
1 Set of screwdrivers (Phillips head )
1 Set of Allen wrenches
1 Digital voltmeter (Beckman) 6738-62
1 Strain gauge simulator 6740-74
1 RS-232/485 converter 6740-68

Accompanying Literature

Operating instructions for “Combics 1 | 2 Indicators“ WCI6004-e03081 98648-012-27

Operating instructions for “Painted or Stainless Steel Weighing Platforms“ WCA6004-e03081 98648-012-26

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 Operating Concept In the operating menu: level or
Closes active submenu and Select and store a menu item
Combics 1 returns to next higher menu – Press and hold (> 2 sec ):
level and menu level (unless Exit the operating menu
the first menu level is already During alphanumeric input in the
shown) operating menu:
During alphanumeric input – Press briefly:
in the operating menu: Activate character/s to the
– Press briefly: right of the currently active
Combics_1Folie_u.eps Activate character to the left character ®
Keys below the Display of the currently active (after the last character:
character store input)
e On/off (with the first character – Press and hold (> 2 sec ):
(On) Turns the Combics on and off. active: Exit the input mode Store current input and display
(Standby) Combics switched off displays without saving changes) the menu item
“off“. – Press and hold (> 2 sec ): k During weighing:
Exit the input mode without (Function)Toggle (depends on operating
n Toggle the display between saving changes menu settings) between:
(Scale #) the weighing platforms – first and second weight unit or
(Combics 2 only) ) During weighing: – gross and net or
With two weighing platforms (Tare) – Press briefly: – normal and 10-fold increased
connected, this key toggles Tare the scale display resolution
the display between the two – Press and hold (> 2 sec ): In the operating menu:
readouts. Calibration/adjustment Show the next item on the
In the operating menu: same menu level (scroll
( During weighing: – Press briefly: through values in series)
(Zero) Zero the scale Display the next lower menu

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 During alphanumeric input – Change the displayed Configuring the Combics
in the operating menu: character; scroll
– Cursor in first position, backwards ÿ (sequence: Purpose
no characters entered yet: Space, A through Z, You can configure the Combics to
Delete entire string and minus sign, decimal meet individual requirements by
enter “0“ point, 9 through 0) entering user data and setting
– Change the displayed selected parameters in the operating
character; scroll forward Note: menu. The operating menu is a
(sequence: 0 through 9, The sequence in which keys are combination of text levels and
decimal point, minus pressed in the following numeric codes.
sign, Z through A, pace) descriptions (“Key sequence:“)
are given as examples only. Features
p During weighing: Other sequences are possible.
(Print) – Press briefly: The operating menu parameters are
Combics 2
Print divided into the following categories
– Press and hold (> 2 sec ): 1. Text-menu level
Print GMP footer – Application programs »APPL«
In the operating menu: – Key assignments k »fn-key«
Print the menu settings – Device parameters »setup«
starting from the current – Device information »InFo«
position; or print Info data – Language for calibration and
During alphanumeric input in Combics_2Folie_u.eps
adjustment printouts »LAnG«
the operating menu:
– Cursor in first position, no
characters entered yet:
Delete entire string and
enter a space

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 You can display, enter or change the Function: Key assignment for k – Printer protocols »prtport«
following parameters: »fn-key«
– Gross/net toggling
In addition to basic weighing »gro net« – Extra Functions: Utilities
functions, you can use the – Toggle between the 1st, 2nd and »utilit«.
Combics 2 to calculate and 3nd weight unit – Timer »time«
display weighing data as follows: (are eycled in the display) – Date »date«
– Counting »3. unit« – Set user password »code«
– Neutral measurement – 10-fold higher resolution
– Averaging (animal weighing) »Res 10« – Display device information
– Checkweighing »info« (serial number, etc.)
– Classification – Device parameters »setup«
– Weighing in percent Device configuration, i.e., – Language for calibration and
– Net-total formulation to meet individual requirements adjustment records »lang«.
– Totalizing by selecting predefined menu Select the language.
parameters in the operating The rest of the menu
menu. The device parameters is language-independent.
are combined in the following
groups :
– Weighing platform »wp1«
– Interfaces (COM1 and optional
UniCOM)
– Digital control line »ctrl in«
– Bar code scanner »barcode«

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 Functions of the Keys when (Function) to the right:
Press the ) key
Configuring the Menu
– Move cursor 1 position to the left
Open the operating menu: Press the ( key
(O) (Tare)
Turn the Combics off and on
again by pressing e; while all (Print) Printing the Parameter Settings
segments are displayed, press the
– Scroll upwards (0, 1, 2, 3, etc.): Generate a printout of the settings on
) key briefly.
Press the k key the current menu level:
– Scroll downwards ¬ (A, B, C, etc.): Press the p key
Navigating in the operating
menu: Press the p key
– Next position: Press the ) key > Printout (example)
– Previous position: Press the ( The maximum width of this
key printout is 20 characters.
(On) (Tare)
– Exit input mode without saving --------------------
MENU
changes; with cursor in first SETUP
(Function) position: Press the ( key WP1
– Scroll : – Exit the input mode without --------------------
Press the k key saving changes: 1
– To the left ¬: Press ( Press and hold the ( key 1.1
– Change and store setting: 1.1.2
(> 2 sec) 1.2.1
Press the ) key – To confirm your input: Press the ...
– Exit the operating menu: ) key with the cursor 1 space 1.18
Press and hold the ) key (> 2 beyond the last position; or press 1.18.1
sec) CAL.
and hold (> 2 sec) 10.000 kg
During alphanumeric input in – Confirm currently active etc.
the operating menu: character and move 1 position

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 Description of the Equipment
The Combics scales from Sartorius are primarily used in industry. Because there are a number of hardware configurations
to choose from, Combics models are constructed according to customer requirements.

The Combics scale consists of:

– A choice of weighing platforms with capacities from 10 lbs to 10000 lbs (in stainless steel or steel) and indicators

The Combics 1 / 2 indicators consist of:

– Front panel with keypad and Digital PCB with application

digital display (Combics 2 has processor, memory, RS-232 interfaces
additional keys and LEDs)

Combics 2

Analog/digital converter
combics_15_klemmen.eps

– Combics indicators
are equipped with either cable
glands or D-Sub 25 Power PCB DC/DC converter
connectors. (Combics2 has a clock chip)

Note: Additional electronic subassemblies are optional.

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 Function of the Service Keys and Switches
A. Menu Access Switch
This switch must be open to work with the service software or configure the A/
D converter (e. g., “Trade” configuration). If the menu access switch is closed,
A the error message “ACCESS SWITCH LOCKED” is displayed in the service program
and the indicator shows “L” (underload) or “H” (overload). In this case, the A/D
converter cannot be configured. If adjustment is necessary (span, linearity), the
“± 2%” window is active.

B. SBI/BPI Key
closed open To use the Sartocas program (v 1.46 or later) or Psion server (v 4.10 or later).
verriegelungs_schalter.eps
the Combics indicator must be in BPI (binary processor interface) mode (for
example, to load a modified data record from the A/D converter into its
controller). This setting is valid for the COM1 port.

Note: To perform adjustment only with the service software, the COM1
interface is set to the xBPI (eXtended Binary Processor Interface) protocol
and the laptop or Psion server connected to that port.
B

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 Activating the BPI Mode

– Turn on the Combics.

– In weighing mode, press and hold the SBI/BPI key for approx.
5 seconds (the weight readout goes blank).
– Release the switch.
– Turn the Combics off and then on again.
– The Combics is now in BPI mode.

Important: Peripheral devices that communicate over the SBI (Sartorius Balance Interface)
protocol cannot be operated while the Combics is in BPI mode.
If you press the p key, only InF 30 is displayed.
To return the indicator to the SBI mode, either use the “Close” function in the
Sartocas service software or a Psion server (and then turn the Combics off and
back on again), or select the Menu Reset option (9 - 1 - 1) in the Combics
operating menu.
C. Boot Key
Activate this switch only if an attempt to program the application memory
with the PPLoader program fails (programming routine stops responding).
Procedure for making the PCB bootable:
– Disconnect the Combics from the main power.
– Press and hold the boot switch (approx. 3 sec.) while reconnecting the Combics
C to power.
– Release the switch. After a brief period, the PCB is bootable again
(load application software again with the PPLoader program).
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 Activating the xBPI Protocol

Activate the xBPI protocol to perform adjustment with the service software
Sartocas software or Psion server without activating the BPI mode
through the SBI/BPI key.

Note: This menu item is accessible in the standard menu.

– Via Setup select the Device parameters menu item (for the COM1 port).

– Open the Device parameters menu and scroll down to the Interface
submenu.

– Open the Interface submenu and activate the xBPI menu item.

Display_xbpi.eps

Note: Under xBPI a submenu is opened for assigning addresses, but this function is only
available when using xBPI with RS-485.

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 Activating the Service Mode
Activating the Service Mode
– Turn off the Combics (key: e).
– Turn on the Combics (key: e) and briefly press the ) key while all
segments are displayed.

display.eps

The display shows APPL.

appl.eps

– Press the k key to scroll to the Setup item.

setup.eps

– Press the ) key; WP-1 is displayed.

display_wp1.eps

– Press the k key to scroll to the CodE item.

code.eps

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 – Press the ) key; the display shows only a flashing cursor.

d_vore12.eps

– Press k to select “2” and then press ) to confirm; the cursor jumps to the
second position; now you can enter the next number. Repeat this procedure
with the appropriate numbers to enter the service password (202122).
202122.eps

Note: If you find that one of the numbers is wrong, press ( to go back to that digit
and change it; then press the ) key repeatedly to return to the sixth digit
(the 2 flashes).

– After entering the last digit, press ) (< 2 sec.) and ( ( (in that order)
to activate the service mode. Setup appears in the display.
A “S” in the upper right-hand corner of the display indicates that the service
code_s.eps mode is active.

To cancel the password input process before it is finished, press ( repeatedly

until CodE is displayed.

Note: The service mode can be deactivated only by turning the off the Combics indicator.
Important: When the service mode is active (password 202122), you can only view the
customer password. The customer password can be deleted only by entering
the general password (40414243) or the customers password.

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 Working in the Service Mode
Note: When performing maintenance on an existing system, the service mode must be
activated to perform linearization, to set or clear the preload, and to enter the
date of service.
Additional Menus in Service Mode
In the Text Menu (“Setup”) Under the “Date” (DATE) and “Password” (CodE) menu items:
– Date of service S-DATE
– Memory number MEM-NO
– Indicator serial number SER-NO
– Model designation ModEL
In the numeric menu: The Setup menu for WP1 (WP-1) and the COM1 (COM1) and
UniCOM (UNICOM) ports is extended by the following items for
configuring weighing platforms WP1 (WP-1) and WP2 (WP-2):
1-9 Calibration/adjustment functions:
1-9-1: Ext. calibration/adjustment with default weight
(service mode not required)
1-9-3: Ext. calibration/adjustment with user-defined weight
(service mode not required)
1-9-5: Internal linearization (only for WP2 on COM1 and UniCOM ports)
1-9-7: External linearization with user-defined weights
1-9-8: Set preload
1-9-9: Clear preload
1-9-10: Key blocked (service mode not required)

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 Note: After necessary adjustments, install the suitable 1-20 Place of adjustment (geographical latitude
adjustment routine for the customer. and altitude or, alternatively, the acceleration
of gravity at the place of installation):
1-18 Enter the calibration and linearization weights
1-20-1: Latitude in degrees
1-18-1: Enter adjustment weight
1-20-2: Altitude in meters above sea level
1-18-2: Enter linearization weight 1
1-20-3: Acceleration of gravity
1-18-3: Enter linearization weight 2
1-20-4: Store values entered for 1-20
1-18-4: Enter linearization weight 3
1-18-5: Enter linearization weight 4 8-12 Geographical data is displayed before every
span adjustment
1-19 Calibration without weights (by entering the
specifications of the load cell(s)): 9-1 Restore factory settings / Reset menu
1-19-1: Nominal load 9-1-3: Load “Standard” configuration
1-19-2: Resolution 9-1-4: Load “Trade” configuration
1-19-3: Sensitivity in mV/V for cell 1 (or mean derived 9-1-10: Load default setting and delete all Parameters
from all load cells)
1-19-4: Sensitivity in mV/V for cell 2 11 A/D Converter Settings:
1-19-5: Sensitivity in mV/V for cell 3 11-1 Accuracy classes:
1-19-6: Sensitivity in mV/V for cell 4 11-1-4: Accuracy class l
When multiple cells are connected, either the 11-2 1. Weight unit (copy from menu subset 1-7):
individual values are entered under items 11-2-1: long ton
1-19-3 to 1-19-6, or the mean derived from all 11-2-2: Grams
load cells is entered under 1-19-3. 11-2-3: Kilograms
1-19-7: Store values entered for 1-19 ...
11-2-21: Tons

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 11-3 Weighing range: 11-7 Available weight units:
11-3-1: Single-range scale 11-7-1: User-defined unit
11-3-2: Multiple-range scale 11-7-2: Grams
11-3-3: Multi-interval scale 11-7-3: Kilograms
...
11-4 Metrological data for single-range scale: 11-7-5: lb
11-4-1: Scale interval d ...
11-4-2: Verification scale interval e 11-7-21: Tons
11-4-3: Minimum load
11-4-4: Maximum load 11-8 Calibration/adjustment unit:
11-5 Metrological data for multi-interval scale: 11-8-1: User-defined unit
11-5-1: Scale interval d 11-8-2: Grams
11-5-2: Verification scale interval e 11-8-3: Kilograms
11-5-3: Minimum load ...
11-5-4: Range 1 11-8-5: lb
11-5-5: Range 2 ...
11-5-6: Range 3 11-8-21: Tons
11-5-7: Maximum load 11-10 Store A/D converter configuration:
11-6 Metrological data for multiple-range scale: 11-10-1: Store
11-6-1: Scale interval d 11-10-2: Do not store
11-6-2: Verification scale interval e
11-6-3: Minimum load
11-6-4: Range 1
11-6-5: Range 2
11-6-6: Range 3
11-6-7: Maximum load

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 Menu Item 1-18: Entering Calibration/Linearization Weights

1-18-1: External User-defined Calibration Weight (Service Mode not Required)

– Activate the service mode (see page 16).
– Select weighing platform “WP1”.

display_wps1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_serv_01.eps
– Select menu item 1-18-1 (external user-defined weight) by pressing k )
repeatedly.

menu_1181.eps
– Activate input mode for the user-defined weight (press ) briefly).
The first digit flashes.

user1Ib.eps

– Enter the user-defined weight (in this example: 10,000 lb) (key sequence:
) k ) p ) ) ) k )). The last number entered flashes.

user2Ib.eps

– Press the ) key again to store the user-defined weight; the menu jumps back
to 1-18-1.
– To exit the service mode, press and hold the ) key for longer than 2 seconds.
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 1-18-2: 1. Entering Linearization Weight
– Scroll to menu item 1-18-2 (press k repeatedly).

Note: The service mode must be active.

menu_1182.eps

– Activate the input mode for the first linearization weight (press the ) key
briefly). The first number flashes.

user1Ib.eps

– 1. Enter the linearization weight (in this example: 2,500 lb) (key sequence:
3 x k, ) p ) 6 x k, ) k ) k). The last number entered
flashes.
userl2Ib.eps

– Press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec.) to store the value for the first
linearization weight. The menu jumps back to item 1-18-2.

menu_1182.eps – Follow the above steps for menu items 1-18-3, 1-18-4, and 1-18-5 to enter
values for the second, third and fourth linearization weights as well.
Enter “0” instead of a weight value for unused linearization points.

– At the end of input, the display must show menu item 1-18-5.

– To exit the service mode, press and hold the ) key for longer than 2 seconds.

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 Calibration/Adjustment Routines in Service Mode (General Information)
There are three ways to adjust the span:
– Using external weights
– By entering the specifications of the load cell(s) (sensitivity in mV/V)
– By entering geographical data (latitude and altitude of the place of use) or by
entering the acceleration of gravity (at the place of use)

Span adjustment with external weights always takes precedence.

What does this mean when performing service work?

If a weighing system is used in a location other than that for which it was
originally intended (i.e., the geographical data at the new place of use does not
match the entered at Sartorius AG in Goettingen, Germany), the scale span can be
adjusted by using external weights or by entering the specifications of the load
cell(s). In this case, the geographical data entered for the original place of use is
no longer valid. The same applies for span adjustment performed after any repair
work on the weighing system.
Once you store the geographical data or acceleration of gravity at the place of use
and subsequently perform span adjustment using weights, the scale is correctly
programmed and adjusted.
You can now enter the geographical data of the new place of use to adapt the
scale for use at that location.

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 If the acceleration of gravity has been entered, this data takes precedence over
any
geographical data (latitude and altitude) previously entered.

Valid Locations for Use

Once the exact geographical data or the acceleration of gravity has been entered
and subsequent span adjustment performed, a scale with a resolution of 3000
digits can be used within a tolerance zone of ±100 km from the latitude entered
and ±200 m from the altitude.
The same applies when the acceleration of gravity is entered.

The following values are entered when the Combics scale is adjusted
in Goettingen, Germany:
– Latitude: 51.53 degrees (= 51° 32’)
– Altitude: 151 m
– or the corresponding acceleration of gravity, 9.811590 m/s-2

The greater the precision of the geographical data entered, the greater the
precision achieved with the weighing instrument; the tolerance range, however,
is restricted accordingly (see above).

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 Zone “D”
For a complete scale used in the Federal Republic of Germany, the following data
can be entered for scales with a resolution of 3000 digits at the place of span
adjustment:
– Latitude: 51.00 degrees
– Altitude: 513 m
– or the corresponding acceleration of gravity, 9.810 m/s-2

The area of use valid for this scale is designated “Zone D” (valid only in Germany).

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 Menu Item 1-9: Calibration/Adjustment Functions
Note: When using a verified weighing platform, open the cover plate on the left side
of the back of the indicator and move the menu access switch to the right
(“accessible”; see page 14).

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

1-9-1: External Calibration/Adjustment with Default Weights

– Select weighing platform »WP1«.
– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_wps1_serv.eps

display_serv_01.eps

– Select menu item 1-9-1 (external calibration/adjustment with default weights)

(key sequence:
) several times k )) and confirm () key briefly).
menu_191.eps When this menu setting is active, you can exit the Service mode by turning the
Combics indicator off and then on again.

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 – After taring or zeroing the scale, press and hold the ) key until Cal is
displayed.
If menu item 8-12-2 is active, the geographical data is displayed before the
display_cal.eps
calibration weight is prompted. Confirm each of the values shown by pressing
the ) key to continue with the calibration routine.
– After approx. 2 seconds the calibration weight required is shown on the display.
5lb.eps
– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last is displayed (calibration).
– Press the ( key to stop the calibration/adjustment routine.
display_serv_01lb.eps

– Press the ) key to start the adjustment.

5.0lb.eps

1-9-3 External Calibration/Adjustment with User-defined Weights

– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wps1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

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 – Press ), then, several times, k ) to select menu item 1-9-3, “External
calibration/adjustment with user-defined weights” and confirm by pressing )
briefly.
menu_193.eps
– Press ( to jump to the first columns of the numeric menu.
– Press ) to store the selected menu item.
– Turn the Combics indicator off and then on again to exit the Service mode.

– After taring or zeroing the scale, press and hold the ) key until Cal is
displayed.
If menu item 8-12-2 is active, the geographical data is displayed before the
display_cal.eps calibration weight is prompted. Confirm each of the values shown by pressing
the ) key to continue with the calibration routine.
– After approx. 2 seconds the calibration weight (user-defined weight) required
is shown on the display. Select menu item “1-18-1” to enter the user-defined
weight.
10Ib.eps

– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last span adjustment is displayed
(calibration).
display_serv_01Ib.eps
– Press the ( key to stop the calibration/adjustment routine.

– Press the ) key to start the adjustment.

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 1-9-5 Internal Linearization (Only for WP1 on COM1 or UniCOM Ports)
1-9-7 External Linearization with User-defined Weights
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

Display_WP1_Serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_serv_01.eps

– Select menu item 1-9-7 (External linearization with user-defined weight) (key
sequence: ), then, several times, k )) and confirm by pressing )
briefly.
menu_197.eps
– Press and hold the ) key to store the selected menu items and return the
Combics indicator to the weighing mode.
When this menu setting is already active, you can exit the Service mode by
turning the Combics indicator off and then on again.
– After taring or zeroing the scale, press and hold the ) key until Lin is
displayed.

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 – After approx. 2 seconds the first linearization weight (user-defined weight)
is shown on the display. Select menu items 1-18-2 through 1-18-5 to enter the
linearization weights.
2.5Ib.eps

– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last adjustment is displayed (calibration).
– Press the ( key to stop the calibration/adjustment routine.
display_serv_02Ib.eps

– Press the ) key to store the value for the first linearization weight;
the second linearization weight is prompted.

display_5Ib.eps

– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last adjustment is displayed (calibration).

display_serv_03lb.eps

– Press the ) key to store the value for the second linearization weight;
the third linearization weight is prompted.

7.5Ib.eps

– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last adjustment is displayed (calibration).

display_serv_04lb.eps

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 – Press the ) key to store the value for the third linearization weight;
the fourth linearization weight is prompted.

10Ib.eps

– Place the prompted weight on the scale. After a brief pause, the difference
between the current value and the last adjustment is displayed (calibration).

display_serv_03lb.eps

– Press the ) key to store the value for the fourth linearization weight.
The scale now prompts a requires the zero point (remove all weights from the
load plate).
display_serv_06Ib.eps

– Once the zero point is stored, the Combics automatically returns to the
weighing mode.
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 1-9-8 Setting the Preload
Note: When using a verified weighing platform, open the cover plate on the left side
of the back of the indicator and move the menu access switch to the right
(“accessible”; see page 14).

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wp1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_serv_01.eps

– Select menu item 1-9-8 (Set preload) (key sequence: ), then, several times,
k )) and confirm by pressing ) briefly.
– Press and hold the ) key to store the selected menu items and return the
menu_198.eps
Combics indicator to the weighing mode.
– Press )) to tare the Combics indicator, or press ( to zero it.
If you tare the indicator, “NET” might be displayed.

0lb_o.eps

– Place the preload on the scale.

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 – Press ) until SEt VOR is displayed.

vorl2.eps

– Release the ) key; after a brief pause, the Combics indicator automatically
returns to the weighing mode.

0lb_o.eps

1-9-9 Clearing the Preload

Note: When using a verified weighing platform, open the cover plate on the left side
of the back of the indicator and move the menu access switch to the right
(“accessible”; see page 14).
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wps1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_serv_01.eps

– Select menu item 1-9-9 (Clear preload) (key sequence: ), then, several times,
k )) and confirm by pressing ) briefly.
– Press and hold the ) key to store the selected menu items and return the
vorl3.eps Combics indicator to the weighing mode.

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 – Remove the preload weight from the scale. A weight value with a preceding
“minus” sign is displayed (for example, -0.335 lb).

Display_-0335lb.eps

– Press ) until CLr VOR is displayed.

vorl5.eps

– Release the ) key; the preload is cleared and, after a brief pause, the Combics
indicator automatically returns to the weighing mode.

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 Adjustment without Weights
Menu Item 1-19: Entering the Specifications of the Load Cell(s)
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wps1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

display_serv_01.eps

– Press the ) key, then, several times, k repeatedly and then ) again to
open menu item 1-19, “Calibration without weights”; then select item 1-19-1,
“Nominal capacity”.
display_serv_01191.eps

– Press ) again to activate menu item 1-19-1.

– Enter the nominal capacity of the load cell(s) (e.g., 30.00 lb).
The nominal capacity has to match the maximum load set under menu item
11-4-4.
display_mxl30Ib.eps

Note: If a weighing platform has more than one load cell, multiply the nominal capacity
accordingly. Example: The weighing platform consists of 4 load cells, each of them
has a capacity of 30 kg.
In this case, the nominal capacity (= maximum load) equals 4 x 30 kg, or 120 kg.

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 – To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

– Select menu item1-19-2 (key sequence: k, )).

– Enter the resolution (lowest scale interval d) (e.g., 0.01 kg). This value has to
match that stored under menu item 11-4-1 (or 11-5-1 or 11-6-1).

display_schrittw_001Ib.eps – To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

– Select menu item1-19-3 (key sequence: k, )).

Enter the sensitivity of the load cell in mV/V (usually listed in the load cell
specification sheets). If a weighing platform consists of more than one load cell,
enter here the sensitivity of load cell 1.
Example: The sensitivity of the load cell is 1.9440 mV/V.

display_wze19440.eps – To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

Note: If a weighing platform consists of more than one load cell, enter the sensitivity
values for the other cells (up to 4) under menu items 1-19-4 (for load cell 2)
through 1-19-6 (for load cell 4) and confirm each value (k ) keys).
If the platform has less than four load cells, enter “0.000” under the unused menu
items.

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 – Press k and ) to select menu item 1-19-7,
Store parameters set in menu item 1-19.

display_serv_01197.eps

– Press ) ( ( to store the load cell specifications entered; the menu

automatically jumps back to the first menu page.

display_serv_01.eps
– Exit the operating menu and return to the weighing mode.

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 Menu Item 1-20: Entering the Geographical Latitude and Altitude,
or the Acceleration of Gravity

When you activate menu item 1-20-1, the value 99999.99 is displayed; under
1-20-2, is 9999999 displayed too. Otherwise, if values have already been entered
for geographical latitude and altitude, then 0.000000 is displayed under menu
item 1-20-3.
During calibration, the Combics show will whether and which gravimetric data
(geographical latitude and altitude, or acceleration of gravity) is used, if the menu
item 8-12-2 is activated.

If latitude and altitude are used, the display shows “Altitude” for 2 seconds when
the calibration procedure is started (CAL), followed by the configured elevation
above sea level in meters. Press ) to confirm this information. Next, the display
shows “LATITUDE” for 2 seconds, followed by the value set for the geographical
latitude (in degrees). Press ) to confirm this information. The calibration
weight is now prompted. If the acceleration of gravity is given rather than the
geographical latitude and elevation, the display shows “GRAVITY” for 2 seconds
(after “CAL”), followed by the value entered for the local acceleration of gravity.
Press ) to confirm this information.

However, if the calibration weight is prompted as soon as the “CAL” display goes
out, this means whether the correction of the calibration factor has been
deactivated nor the menu item 8-12-2 is activated; in other words, neither the
geographical latitude and altitude nor the acceleration of gravity have been
entered under menu line 1-20.

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 Entering the Place of Adjustment with Subsequent Adjustment (Example)
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Press ) to select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wp1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu. The first menu page is displayed.
display_serv_01.eps

– Open menu line 1-20, “Place of adjustment”, by pressing k and ).

Menu item 1-20-1 (latitude) is displayed.

display_serv_01201.eps If the geographical latitude and altitude of the place of installation are known,
enter this data under menu items 1-20-1 (latitude) and 1-20-2 (altitude).
If you wish to use the acceleration of gravity at the place of installation for the
basis of adjustment rather than these two parameters, enter this value under
menu item 1-20-3.

Important: A value entered for acceleration of gravity takes precedence over the
combination of geographical latitude and altitude.

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 Example: Entering geographical latitude and elevation:
Select menu item 1-20-1 (latitude) (press )).

In the example shown here, the most recently entered parameter was the value for
the acceleration of gravity (menu item 1-20-3). For this reason, the input fields
for menu items 1-20-1 and 1-20-2 are filled with 999…
display_999.eps

In the example shown here, the geographical latitude of Goettingen, Germany,

was the value entered most recently. This value is the reference value, for which
no correction of the span adjustment was made with respect to the place of
display_5153.eps
installation, assuming that “151” (elevation in meters above sea level) has been
entered under menu item 1-20-2.

Enter the geographical latitude of the place of installation (or the reference
value 51.53) as a positive decimal number (convert angular minutes to decimal
places). Press ) to confirm your input.

– Select menu item 1-20-2 (“Elevation at the place of installation”) (key

sequence: ) k )).
The input field is filled with 999…, because the last value entered in menu line
display_999.eps
1-20 was the acceleration of gravity (menu item 1-20-3).

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 – Enter a value for the local elevation at the place of installation in meters above
sea level (reference value: 151) (key sequence: ) k k).

display_151.eps Note: A negative value may be entered for local elevation; for example,
if the scale is installed in a mine.

– Press ) to confirm your input.

– Activate menu item 1-20-4 to store new data
(key sequence: ) k k).

Rather than the geographical latitude and local elevation of the place of
installation, you can enter a value for the acceleration of gravity at the place of
installation (menu item 1-20-3).

Example: Entering the acceleration of gravity place of installation.

– Select menu item 1-20-3 (acceleration of gravity) (key sequence: k k )).

Example: In the example shown here, the geographical latitude and local
altitude (menu items 1-20-1 and 1-20-2) were the last parameters
entered in menu line 1-20. Thus the input field for acceleration of
display_000.eps gravity is filled with 000…

In the example shown here, the most recently entered parameter

was the value for the acceleration of gravity at Goettingen, Germany
(menu item 1-20-3). This value is the reference value, which means
display_981.eps no correction of the span adjustment for the place of installation
is required.
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 – Enter the acceleration of gravity at the place of installation (in ms-2 / or the
reference value: 9.811590). Press ) to confirm your input.

– Activate menu item 1-20-4 to store new data (key sequence: ) k).

The display shows “busy”, indicating that the parameters entered are being stored.

– Restart the scale: Turn the indicator off and then on again (key sequence: e
display_busy.eps e, or press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

After the self-test of the display, the scale is ready to operate.

display.eps

Note: Once the precise geographical data or acceleration of gravity has been entered, the
tolerance range is restricted (see page 23).

– After data has been entered as described above, the span must
be adjusted.

Example
Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example):
Menu item 1-9-1: External calibration/adjustment with default weight;
Menu item 1-10-1: Calibration/adjustment in one operation;
Menu item 1-16-1: External calibration/adjustment/linearization
accessible.

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 The parameters for altitude at the place of installation and geographical latitude
have been entered (menu items 1-20-1 and 1-20-2).
The display will show “ALTITUD” for 2 seconds, if the menu item 8-12-2 is activated.
display_altitud.eps

The altitude at the place of installation is displayed in meters above sea level.
In the example shown here, the altitude of Goettingen, Germany (reference value)
is shown.
display_alt_151.eps

– Press the ) key to confirm the displayed value.

The display shows “LATITUD” for 2 seconds.

display_latitud.eps
The geographical latitude of the place of installation is shown in degrees north
or degrees south.
In the example shown here, the altitude of Goettingen, Germany (reference value)
display_lat_5153.eps
is shown.

– Press the ) key to confirm the displayed value.

– Place the prompted calibration weight on the scale (see page 25 for details on
10Ib.eps
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 Instead of “ALTITUD” and “LATITUD”, “GRAVITY” is displayed for 2 seconds if the
acceleration of gravity (menu item 1-20-3) was entered rather than the elevation
and geographical latitude (menu items 1-20-1 and 1-20-2).
display_gravity.eps
The value entered for the acceleration of gravity at the place of installation
is displayed (in m/s-2).

In the example shown here, the acceleration of gravity at Goettingen, Germany

(reference value) is shown.

display_grav_981.eps This data is shown when menu item 8-12-2 is active.

– Press the ) key to confirm the displayed value.

– Place the prompted calibration weight on the scale (see page 25 for details on
calibration and adjustment).

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 Configuring the A/D Converter in the Combics Indicator (Service Mode)
The A/D converter must be configured in the following cases:
– To adapt the existing configuration to customer requirements (for example,
to change the nominal capacity or the resolution).
– To adapt the Combics for use with any commercially available strain-gauge
load cell or analog Sartorius CAPP or CAPS weighing platform, when installing
a new system.
– After replacing the electronic A/D converter during repair work, also on
combics scales, when the Sartocas software is not used.

Menu Item 11: A/D Converter Settings (Configuration: Standard, Trade)

Note: Before the A/D converter can be configured, you need to load either the
“Standard” configuration or the “Trade” configuration, depending on customer
requirements.
– 9-1-3: Load “Standard” configuration
– 9-1-4: Load “Trade” configuration

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 Menu Item 11: Note on A/D Converter Configuration
A/D Converter Configuration (General Information)
A/D converter configuration is performed using the
Note: Access is restricted by a special password. numeric menu (weighing platform 1).

Features With the menu access switch open, you can Important: The A/D converter can be configured only in
configure most of the parameters affecting the service mode.
the following specifications:
– Toggling between Standard and Trade configurations
The maximum load for each weighing range must be
(for use in legal metrology)
entered in an appropriate weight unit. Select the desired
weight unit for operation under menu line 11-7, “Weight
– Verification scale interval e
units”. The maximum load for each range must be a value
– Scale interval d
that can be displayed in any available weight unit.
– Minimum load
Weight units that are accessible (or blocked) for use as
– Maximum load
Weight unit 1 are also available (or blocked) for use as
– Maximum load for a given range
Weight unit 2. The weight unit used for the configuration
– Verification scale interval e for a given range
cannot be blocked.
– User-definable weight units
Checking and Configuring the Equipment for Use in Legal
These parameters are not reset when you restore the
Metrology:
factory defaults in the operating menu.
Parameters not listed above are not affected by your
choice of Standard or Trade configuration; the same
restrictions apply as for Sartorius weighing instruments
which cannot be configured.

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 Following A/D converter configuration, write the – Standard Configuration
metrological data on a tag for all weighing ranges. (menu item 9-1-3)
Afterwards, affix the enclosed protective acetate overlay or
to the tag. – Trade Configuration
(menu item 9-1-4)
After completing calibration and adjustment, move the
menu access switch back to the “closed” position and then Menu Line 11-1 (Accuracy Class)
turn the Combics indicator off and back on again to This menu line is not shown when the Standard
activate the new configuration. configuration is active.

Open menu line 1-7 to make sure only the permitted When the Trade configuration is active (for verifiable or
weight units are accessible. verified weighing platforms), only menu item 11-1-4 is
shown.
Perform necessary routines for scales used in legal Select the accuracy class appropriate for the weighing
metrology. platform connected. Which class is appropriate depends
on the load cell(s) installed.
Descriptions of the Individual Menu Items
In legal metrology, only classes l
Menu Item 9-1-3 / 9-1-4:
(menu item 11-1-4) can be selected.
Selecting and loading configuration data
Press k to select the accuracy classes and ) to
confirm. A circle (o) after the menu code indicates the
Before selecting the menu item for A/D converter
active setting.
configuration, check whether the weighing platform is
used in the standard operating mode (Standard
configuration) or in legal metrology (Trade configuration):

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 Selecting the Weighing Range Structure (Menu Item 11-3) Verification Scale Interval e
The verification scale interval e indicates the resolution
The capacity of the weighing platform can be divided into
of the weighing instrument in legal metrology.
multiple ranges. These settings are configured under menu
When accuracy class l is active, this is equal to the scale
item 11-3:
interval d. Thus with classes l, the lowest scale interval
d is not prompted.
Single-range Scale (11-3-1)
The entire weighing range is divided into scale intervals on
the basis of the lowest interval d and the maximum load.
In this case, the readability over the entire weighing range
is always the lowest scale interval d.

Multiple-range Scale (11-3-3)

A multiple-range scale has two weighing ranges.
When the maximum capacity of the lower range is
exceeded, the scale switches to the higher range (lower
resolution) and remains in that range. The scale can be
returned to the lower weighing range (higher resolution)
only by unloading the scale and then pressing the ( key.

Scale Interval d
The lowest scale interval d indicates the resolution of the
weighing instrument. The scale interval d can be entered
only in increments of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, etc. When working
on a verifiable or verified scale in accuracy class l, you
are not prompted to enter the lowest scale interval, as this
is equal to the verification scale interval e.

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 Range 1, Range 2, Range 3 Available Weight Units (Menu Item 11-7)
Here you can enter the limits for each of the weighing With this function, you can make particular weight units
ranges. When a limit is exceeded, the accuracy changes. inaccessible during weighing. Available units are indicated
The following applies when entering range limits: by a circle (o) on the display (more than one can be
Range 1 < range 2 < range 3 < maximum capacity. selected).
Thus the weighing capacity can be divided into 4 ranges.
The resolution changes in intervals of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, Calibration/Adjustment Unit (Menu Item 11-8)
etc. The lowest resolution is equal to the specified lowest This setting defines the weight unit with which calibration
scale interval d. Set unused ranges to 0. must be performed. The calibration unit remains the same,
even when a different weight unit is used during normal
Maximum Capacity weighing operation.
The maximum capacity is the maximum load that may
be placed on the weighing instrument. If a heavier load Calibration without Weights (Menu Item 1-19)
is placed on the platform, the display shows H. The values entered for nominal capacity (in lb; menu item
The scale intervals are derived from the maximum load 1-19-1; specification of the strain-gauge system),
and the lowest scale interval d. In legal metrology, the resolution in kg; (menu item 1-19-2) and sensitivity in mV/
number of intervals must not exceed 6000 e, or 3000 e per V menu item 1-19-3) are converted to internal quantities.
range in a multi-interval scale. In standard operation, as Once the A/D converter configuration data has been
opposed to legal metrology, you can define a “SuperRange” stored, these parameters can no longer be read. For
weighing instrument with more intervals. weighing platforms with multiple load cells, enter the
For example, a maximum load of 60,000 lb with a lowest sensitivities of the other load cells under menu items 1-
scale interval d of 0.001 lb 60,000 scale intervals. These 19-4 (cell 2) through 1-19-6 (cell 4).
parameters, however, may be influenced by physical Select menu item 1-19-7 to store the data entered.
restrictions.

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 Important: Calibration without weights cannot be Once the A/D converter configuration has been locked
performed on weighing instruments used in (menu access switch closed), the indicator can no longer
legal metrology. be used to influence weighing results. The scope of
functions available in the weighing instrument is defined
Storing Configuration Data (Menu Item 11-10)
by the A/D converter. Scale functions which can be
Select menu item 11-10-1 to store the A/D converter
activated are, for example: weight readout, taring,
configuration data.
adjustment, reading tare value, saving/deleting tare values.
Once these parameters have been configured, the A/D
converter in conjunction with the load cell is defined as a
weighing instrument. The A/D converter, in conjunction
with the weighing platform, can now be used like any
standard weighing platform.

In addition, the weight unit must be defined and the

weighing platform adjusted (calibration/adjustment
and linearization must be performed). For a detailed
description of these procedures, see the chapter entitled
“Calibration/Adjustment in Service Mode”.

Important: After configuring the A/D converter

and adjusting the weighing instrument
(calibration/adjustment and linearization),
return the menu access switch to the
“closed” position (i.e. for use in legal
metrology). Turn the Combics indicator off
and then on again (key sequence: e e
to activate the new configuration.
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 Menu Item 9-1:
A/D Converter Configuration (Example: Trade Configuration)
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Press k repeatedly to select weighing platform »WP1«.

display_wp1_serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu. The first menu page is displayed.

display_serv_01.eps
– Open menu item 9-1 (Factory setting/Menu reset)
(key sequence: k k )).

display_serv_91.eps
Loading the Trade Configuration
– Select menu item 9-1-4 (Trade configuration) and confirm
(key sequence: ) k k)).

display_serv_914.eps

The selected configuration is loaded. »Busy« is displayed briefly.

display_busy.eps
Afterwards, the program returns to the display of menu item 9-1-2
(Restore factory defaults: »Off«; factory setting).

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 – Select menu page 11 (key sequence: ( ( k).

Note: If the Trade configuration is loaded, menu line 11-1 (for selecting
display_serv_11.eps
accuracy class) is displayed at this point.
Otherwise (Standard configuration), that menu line is skipped and 11-2
(weight unit 1) is displayed.
In this case, press k to open menu line 11-3.

– Press ) to confirm your selection.

display_serv_111.eps

– To use the weighing instrument in legal metrology (i.e., with the Trade
configuration loaded) press ) to enter the accuracy class:

– Select menu item 11-1-4 for accuracy class l.

display_serv_1114.eps

– Press ) to confirm.
The configured menu item (in the picture here,
11-1-4 for accuracy class l) is marked by a circle (o).
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 – Press the key sequence ( k k to open menu item 11-3 (Selecting the
weighing range structure).

display_serv_113.eps

– Press ) to confirm your selection.

In the example shown here, menu item 11-3-1 (Single-range scale) has been
selected.
display_serv_1131w.eps

– Press ( to return to menu item 11-3.

Note: Enter the scale interval, minimum load, range limits (multiple-range or multi-
interval scales only) and maximum capacity:
The menu line corresponding to the selected weighing range structure is displayed;
i.e.
– for single-range scale (menu item 11-3-1): in relation to menu item 11-4;
– for multiple-range scale (menu item 11-3-2): in relation to menu item 11-5;
– for multi-interval scale (menu item 11-3-3): in relation to menu item 11-6.

In each case, the menu lines for the other two weighing range structures are not
shown.

In this example, 11-3-1 (Single-range scale) has been selected.

Thus menu line 11-4 is opened automatically. Menu lines
11-5 and 11-6 are not available.

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 – The input field for the verification scale interval e is to open.

display_serv_114.eps
– If the Trade configuration is active, select menu item 11-4-2 (Verification scale
interval e) (key sequence: ( k k k )).

display_serv_1142.eps

– Press the ) key again to open this item; 0.001 kg is displayed.

eiche1lb.eps
– Enter the value for e (for example, e = 0.1 lb) by pressing the key sequence )
) k ) ) p ) and store (press and hold ) > 2 sec).

eiche2lb.eps
When menu item 11-4-2 is opened again, the display shows 0.1 lb.

display_schrittw_01Ib.eps – Select menu item 11-4-3 (Minimum load) (key sequence: ( k).

display_serv_1143.eps
– Press the ) key again to open this item; then enter the minimum load (key
sequence: k k k ) p ) k).
Example for accuracy class K: Minimum load = 20 x e = 2.0 lb
display_mnl20Ib.eps – To store the new setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

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 – Press k to select menu item 11-4-4 (maximum load).

– Press ) again to open this menu item; then enter the maximum capacity (for
Display_Serv_1144.eps example 300.0 kg) (key sequence: k k k k ) k ) k )
p ) k). Enter “300” (it is not necessary to enter the decimal point and
the last “0”).
– To store the new setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).
Display_Mxl30.eps

Note: If “Multiple-range scale” or “Multi-interval scale” was selected during A/D

converter configuration rather than “Single-range scale”, then the range limits
must be entered under menu line 11-5 (multiple-range) or 11-6 (multi-interval).

Each of these menu lines has 3 items to choose from, for setting range limits
1, 2 and 3.

– Store the configuration data: Select menu line 11-10 (key sequence: ( (
k k k )).
The default setting is 11-10-2, “Do not store configuration”.
Display_Serv_11102.eps

– Press k to select menu item 11-10-1 (Store configuration).

Display_Serv_11101.eps

– To store the new settings, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

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 “Busy” is displayed briefly.

Display_busy.eps
Afterwards, the Combics is re-started. The scale is in the normal weighing
mode.

Then adjust the weighing instrument and, if the Trade configuration is active,
Display.eps
return the menu access switch from the “accessible” to the “closed” position (see
page 12).

Menu Item 9-1: A/D Converter Configuration with Load Cell(s) Connected
(Example: Standard Configuration
– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Press ) repeatedly to select weighing platform »WP1«.

Display_WP1_Serv.eps

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu. The first menu page is displayed.

– Open menu line 9-1 (Factory settings/Reset menu).

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 Loading the Standard Configuration
(if the Trade configuration is currently loaded)

display_serv_91.eps
– Open menu item 9-1 (Standard configuration) and confirm (key sequence: k
k )).

– Select menu code 9-1-3 (key sequence: ) k) and press ) to store.

Display_Serv_913.eps

The selected configuration is loaded. “Busy” is displayed briefly.

Display_busy.eps

Afterwards, the program returns to the display of menu item 9-1-2 (Restore
defaults: »Off«; factory setting).
Display_Serv_912.eps

– Open menu page 11 (key sequence: ( ( k).

Configuration: Enter the desired weighing range structure (single-range scale,
multiple-range scale, multi-interval scale), scale interval and maximum capacity
Display_Serv_11.eps (with range limits, if necessary).
– Press ) k to select the weighing range structure (menu line 11-3).

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 – Press ) to confirm your selection.
In the example shown here, menu item 11-3-1 (Single-range scale) has been
selected.
Display_Serv_1131W.eps If desired, press k to change the weighing range structure:
11-3-2: Multiple-range scale; 11-2-3: Multi-interval scale.
– Press ( to return to menu line 11-3.

Note: Entering the scale interval, range limits (multiple-range or multi-interval scales
only) and maximum capacity:
The menu line corresponding to the selected weighing range structure
is displayed, i.e.,
– for single-range scale (menu item 11-3-1): in relation to menu item 11-4;
– for multiple-range scale (menu item 11-3-2): in relation to menu item 11-5;
– for multi-interval scale (menu item 11-3-3): in relation to menu item 11-6.

In each case, the menu lines for the other two weighing range structures are not
shown.
– When you activate menu code 11-3-1 (Single-range scale) (by pressing the key),
menu line 11-4 is opened automatically. In this case, menu lines 11-5 and 11-6
are not shown.
Display_Serv_114.eps

– Open menu item 11-4-1 to enter the scale interval d.

Display_Serv_1141.eps

– Press ) to select the menu item.

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 The scale interval d is shown, and a flashing digit indicates the cursor position.
You can change the digit that the cursor is on.
Move the cursor as needed to change other digits; in this manner, you can
display_schrittw_0001Ib.eps change the number to the desired value.

– Defining the scale interval d for the weighing instrument:

If the currently active value (displayed; in this example, 0.001 lb) matches the
desired value, press and hold ) (> 2 sec) to confirm it.

– Otherwise, overwrite the value as desired (in this example, by entering 0.01 lb;
key sequence: k ) p ) k ) k k); then press and hold the
) (> 2 sec) to confirm.
display_schrittw_001Ib.eps

After you store the data, the program jumps back to menu item 11-4-1.

Display_Serv_1141.eps

– Press k to select menu line 11-4-4 (maximum load).

Display_Serv_1144.eps

– Press ) to open the menu item.

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 – Enter the desired maximum capacity (in this example, 30.0 kg; key sequence:
k k k k ) k ) p ) k) and then press and hold )
(> 2 sec) to store the value. Enter “30” (it is not necessary to enter the decimal
standard1Ib.eps
point and the last “0”).

After you store the data, the program jumps back to menu item 11-4-4.

Display_Serv_1144.eps

Note: If “Multiple-range scale” or “Multi-interval scale” was selected during A/D

converter configuration rather than “Single-range scale”, then the range limits
must be entered under menu line 11-5 (multiple-range) or 11-6 (multi-interval).
Each of these menu lines has 3 items to choose (range limits 1, 2 and 3).

– Store the configuration data: Select menu line 11-10 (key sequence: ( k
kk

display_serv_1110.eps

– Press ) to open menu item 11-10-2 (“Do not store configuration”)

(active setting).

Display_Serv_11102.eps

– Press k to select menu item 11-10-1 (Store configuration).

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 Press ) to store the A/D converter configuration data.
“Busy” is displayed briefly; afterwards, the Combics is re-started.
After the self-test of the display, the scale is ready to operate.
Display_busy.eps

Menu Item 1-19: Entering the Specifications of the Load Cell(s)

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).
– Select weighing platform »WP1«.

– Press the ) key to open the numeric menu.

Display_WP1_Serv.eps

– Press the ) key, then seveal times, k ) to open menu line 1-19,
“Calibration without weights”; then select item 1-19-1, “Nominal capacity”.

Display_Serv_01.eps

– Press ) again to activate menu item 1-19-1.

Display_Serv_01191.eps

– Enter the nominal capacity of the load cell(s) (e.g., 30.00 kg).
The nominal capacity has to match the maximum load set under
menu item 11-4-4.
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 Note: If a weighing platform has more than one load cell, multiply the nominal capacity
accordingly. Example: The weighing platform consists of 4 load cells, each of which
has a capacity of 30 kg. In this case, the nominal capacity (= maximum load)
equals 4 x 30 kg, or 120 kg.

– To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).
– Select menu item1-19-2 (key sequence: k, )).

– Enter the resolution (lowest scale interval d) (e.g., 0.01 kg). This value has to
match that stored under menu item 11-4-1 (or 11-5-1 or 11-6-1).

display_schrittw_001Ib.eps

– To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).
– Open menu item 1-19-3 (key sequence: k )).
Enter the sensitivity of the load cell in mV/V (usually listed in the load cell
specification sheets). If a weighing platform consists of more than one load
cell, enter the sensitivity of load cell 1.
Display_WZE19440.eps
Example: The sensitivity of the load cell is 1.9440 mV/V.

– To store the setting, press and hold the ) key (> 2 sec).

Note: If a weighing platform consists of more than one load cell, enter the sensitivity
values for the other cells (up to 4) under menu items 1-19-4 (for load cell 2)
through 1-19-6 (for load cell 4) and confirm each value (k and ) keys).
If the platform has less than four load cells, enter “0.000” under the unused menu
items.

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 – Press ) and then ) to select menu item 1-19-7,
(Store values for menu item 1-19).

Display_Serv_01197.eps – Press ) ( ( to store the load cell specifications entered; the menu
automatically jumps back to the first menu page.

– Press e twice; the indicator is now in weighing mode.

Display_Serv_01.eps
– Close the menu access switch (see page 14).
– Turn the Combics indicator off and then on again to activate the new
configuration.

Entering the Date of Service

After performing maintenance or repair, you can enter the date of the
next scheduled maintenance visit.

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

code_s.eps

– Press k repeatedly to scroll through the menu until the display

shows S-dAtE.
s-date.eps

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 – Press ) activate the input mode (the cursor flashes in the first position).

cursor.eps

– Press the ) k p keys as needed to enter the next scheduled

maintenance date (for example, 25 Apr 03).
s-date1.eps
– Press and hold the ) key (with the cursor to the right of the last character)
to store the date; the display returns automatically to S-dAtE.

s-date.eps
– Press e twice to return the Combics indicator to the weighing mode.

0lb_o.eps

Entering the Serial Number of the Combics Indicator

After replacing the digital PCB, the serial number of the Combics
scale or Combics indicator must be written in memory.

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

code_s.eps

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 – Press k k k to scroll through the menu until the display shows Ser-
no.

ser-no.eps

– Press ) activate the input mode.

cursor.eps

– Press the ) k p keys as needed to enter the serial number ( for

example, 13800012) of the existing weighing system.
ser-no1.eps

Note: After you enter the last digit, the first digit is no longer displayed.

– Press and hold the ) key to store the serial number; the display returns
automatically to Ser-no.
ser-no.eps

– Press e twice to return the Combics indicator to the weighing mode.

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 Entering the Model Designation of the Combics Indicator
After replacing the digital PCB, the model designation of the scale or
Combics indicator must be written in memory.

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

code_s.eps
– Press k k k k to scroll through the menu until the display shows
ModEL.

model.eps
– Press ) activate the input mode (the cursor flashes in the first position).

cursor.eps
– Press the ) k keys as needed to enter the model designation (for
example, CISL_1U of the weighing system.

Display_CISLIU_.eps
– Press and hold the ) key (with the cursor to the right of the last character)
to store the model designation; the display returns automatically to ModEL.

model.eps

– Press e twice to return the Combics indicator to the weighing mode.

0lb_o.eps

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 Defining Transaction Numbers for Data Records (Weight Values)
which were stored in the Alibi Memory

– Activate the service mode (see page 17).

code_s.eps

– Press k k to scroll through the menu until the display shows MEM-no.

memory.eps

– Press ) activate the input mode (the cursor flashes in the first position).

cursor.eps

– Press the ) k keys as needed to enter the allocation number in the Alibi
memory.
memory1.eps

– Press and hold the ) key (with the cursor to the right of the last character)
to store the allocation number; the display returns automatically to MEM-no.
memory.eps

– Press e twice to return the Combics indicator to the weighing mode.

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 Repairing the Combics Indicator
Important: An isolating transformer must be installed between the indicator and mains
before performing work that entails opening the Combics indicator housing.

To open the Combics indicator, remove the four nuts as shown in the illustration
on the left.

Note: After completing maintenance or repair work, check the seal between the
front panel and the housing body for damage and replace if necessary.
If the Combics indicator in question has an IP67 protection rating,
a special test procedure is used to check the IP67 protection after the
housing has been closed.

combics_10.eps

Replacing the Front Panel

In the case of a defective keypad overlay, keys, LEDs, or display, the entire front
panel must be replaced.

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 Blank Display
If the display is blank (dark), disconnect the equipment from mains, open the
housing and disconnect all cables and wires from the subassemblies.
Then connect the equipment to power again through an isolating transformer and
connect all subassemblies again, measuring the supply voltage in each case.

– The voltage at the power supply output (connector A; see page 71) is
15V ± 0.3 V direct current.
– The output voltages of the DC/DC converter are listed on page 72.

Replacing the Power Cable

– Disconnect the cable from the power source.

– After replacing the power cable, use a torque wrench to tighten the cable gland
to 3 Nm.

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 Replacing the Power PCB
– Disconnect the cable from the power source.

– Pry the protective cap from the power PCB.

To do this, insert the end of a slotted-head screwdriver into each of the
four openings on the protective cap and carefully push the retainer clips,
located further down, to one side.

netzt_kappe.jpg – Remove the protective cap and disconnect the two wires (blue/brown).

– Unplug connector A, remove the 2 screws and replace the power supply.
A After replaceing the PCB, make sure to return the protective cap to its
original position.

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 Replacing the DC/DC Converter

dc_dc.gif

M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6

Note: Use a digital voltmeter (DC setting) to measure voltages against ground (earth).
No particular points of measurement are defined for this procedure; for this
reason, use a thin test pin and exercise extreme caution to avoid short-circuiting
the equipment.

The various supply voltages delivered by the DC/DC converter can be

measured at the following points.
M 1: 13V ± 1.3V Supply voltage for a connected printer.
M 2: 15V ± 0.3V Input voltage for the DC/DC converter.
M 3: –29V ± 1.5V Supply voltage for the front panel electronics.
M 4: –8.5V ± 0.2V Supply voltage for the A/D converter
M 5: 8.5V ± 0.2V Supply voltage for the A/D converter
M 6: 5V ± 0.13V Supply voltage for the digital PCB
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 Replacing the A/D Converter
– Before replacing the A/D converter, try to read out the data from the A/D
converter’s controller using the service software; if this is successful, you can
load the adjustment data in the controller of the new A/D converter once it is
installed. In many cases, this precludes the need to adjust the weighing system.

– Because the model designation and serial number are not stored in the A/D
converter’s controller, you do not need to enter this data again after replacing
the A/D converter.
– When connecting the weighing platform (load cell(s)) to the A/D converter,
it is important to install a ferrite ring over the signal lines leading from the
platform, to ensure electromagnetic compatibility.
adu_001.jpg

Quick-test of the A/D Converter

Pin Assignment Chart
No. Signal designation Meaning Voltage
1 BR_POS Bridge supply voltage (+) 4.5V ± 0.18V
2 SENSE_POS Sense (+)
Bridge supply voltage
3 OUT_POS Measuring voltage positive
4 OUT_NEG Measuring voltage negative
5 SENSE_NEG Sense (-)
Bridge supply voltage
6 BR_NEG Bridge supply voltage (-) –4.5V ± 0.23V
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 1. Disconnect the platform measuring voltage lines from the terminal strip
(pins 3 and 4) in the A/D converter. Then short circuit these two lines and
connect them to pin 7 (GND) of the terminal connector. If the A/D converter is
intact, the weight readout should be stable.
Disconnect the cable from the platform.

2. Connect the strain-gauge simulator and turn the switch to simulate different
input signals. The weight readout should be stable.

Replacing the Digital PCB

Note: If communcation problems occur during communication with connected devices
(such as a printer), check the cable connections and the data transfer parameters
first; if the error source is not found, start the internal test program.

– Turn off the indicator.

– Press and hold the k key and turn the indicator on again. The test program
starts.
In case of defect, replace the digital PCB.
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or
Some Combics indicators are equipped with D-Sub 25 female connectors, and
some with cable glands; make sure you order the correct PCB for your indicator
(see the illustration on the left).

– After replacing the digital PCB, use the PPLoader program to load the
application software, if necessary.
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– Afterwards, enter the model designation and the Serial number of the Combics
scale (see pages 65 and 67).
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 Checking the IP67 Protection
The test procedure and the equipment used have yet to be specified.

Torque Values for Cable Glands and Vent Valve

Cable gland: power cord 3 Nm
Cable gland: optional connections 3 Nm (brass: 5 Nm)
Cable gland (brass): platform connection 5 Nm
Vent valve 1.5 Nm

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 Adjusting the Weighing Platform
Adjusting the Off-center Load
reference Load cell 4

If the weighing platform has only one load cell, the off-center load is not adjusted
in case of error; rather, the load cell must be replaced.
1246 lb

The off-center load is adjusted only in weighing platforms that have four load
Load cell 2

cells.
1255 lb

Procedure (Example Illustrated on the Left)

– Place the test weight (1000 lb) on the weighing platform and write down the
weight values measured.
– The load cell with the lowest weight value (9972 lb) is the reference load cell.
This load cell does not require adjustment.
– Calculate the difference between the weight value registered by this load cell
(Example: reference Load cell +80 lb)

and those registered by the other load cells.

Test weight
1250 lb

– Plot the point of intersection of the calculated off-center load difference

(x-axis) and the test weight (see page 77).
– The adjustment resistance (total) and the best resistor combination can be read
from the y-axis (see the diagram on page 77).
Load cell 3

In the example given here, load cell 3 has an off-center loading error of 8 lb,
Load cell 1

1254 lb
1260 lb

which yields an adjustment resistance of 1.5 ohm + 0.82 ohm.

– Depending on the resistor combinations of each individual load cell, the
required resistors are activated by disconnecting the corresponding “0-ohm
resistor” (see page 78).

Eckl_2_usa.eps
Note: The resistance values detected are based on 350-ohm load cells.
For 700-ohm load cells, double the resistance values.
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 Test load in klb Diagram: Determining the
Adjustment Resistance
50lb 100lb 125lb 150lb 200lb 250lb 300lb
0,5klb 1klb 1,25klb 1,5klb 2klb 2,5klb 3klb
5klb 10klb 12,5klb 15klb 20klb 25klb 30klb
Resistance Note:
Individual
cholce
If a 125 lb test weight is used
0,39+0,82+1,5+3Ω
(corresponding to the maximum
.

0,39+1,5+3Ω
capacity of the weighing platform)
.

1,5+3Ω
rather than a 12.5 klb test weight,
.

0,39+0,82+3Ω and the off-center load error is 0.8

Balancing resistence in ohm

.

0,82+3Ω lb, for example, then the same

.

0,39+3Ω
.
adjustment resistance is set as
3Ω
.
when a 12.5 klb test weight is used.
0,39+0,82+1,5Ω
.

0,82+1,5Ω
.

Example: Test load: 12,5 klb 0,39+1,5Ω

.
Corner load error: 80 lb 1,5Ω
.

0,39+0,82Ω
.

0,82Ω
.

0,39Ω

0,2 1 2 3 4 5
2 10 20 30 40 50
20 100 200 300 400 500
Corner load error in lb

Corner load balancing for 350 ohm load cells

(For 700-ohm load cells the computedvalue must be doubed)
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 Off-center Load Adjustment: 0-ohm Resistors (Example)

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0-ohm-resistors and 0-ohm-resistors and 0-ohm-resistors and 0-ohm-resistors and

the corresponding ad- the corresponding ad- the corresponding ad- the corresponding ad-
justment resistors of justment resistors of justment resistors of justment resistors of
load cell no 4 load cell no 3 load cell no 2 load cell no 1
In the example given on page 75, the two 0-ohm resistors (marked by a white dot) must be removed. This activates the
adjustment resistors (0.82 and 1.5 ohms).
Follow the same procedure to determine the resistance values for load cells 1 and 2, and remove the 0-ohm resistors if
necessary.

The allocation of load cells in the weighing platform to contact on the adjustment PCB can be determined by checking
the wiring in the weighing platform.

Note: On stainless steel models, the IP67 protection must be checked after closing the
junction box.

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 Setting the Overload Stops
1. Weighing Platforms with One Load Cell: Steel
Loosen the overload stops until the weight value displayed for the load on the
platform begins to decrease (stops touch the load plate support).
Then retract (tighten) the stops by 4 turn.

Platform nominal Test weight for Test weight for

capacity in Ib. middle stops in Ib. corner stops in Ib.
10 12 12
25 30 30
50 60 60
100 120 120
200 250 250
250 300 300
500 600 600
1000 1200 1200

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 2. Weighing Platforms with One Load Cell: Stainless Steel
Extend (loosen) the overload stops until the weight value displayed for the load on the
platform begins to decrease (i.e., until the stops touch the load plate support).

Platform nominal Test weight for Test weight for

capacity in Ib. middle stops in Ib. corner stops in Ib.

10 12 12
25 30 30
50 60 60
100 120 120
200 250 250

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 3. Weighing Platforms with Four Load Cells: Steel
Extend (loosen) the overload stops until the weight value displayed for the
load on the platform begins to decrease (i.e., until the stops touch the load
plate support).

Platform nominal Test weight for Test weight for

capacity in Ib. middle stops in Ib. corner stops in Ib.
1000 n/a 600
2500 n/a 1200
5000 n/a 2500
10000 n/a 4000

Alternatively, you can use a feeler gauge to adjust the corner stops.
In this case, weights are not required.

Platform nominal Feeler Gauge

capacity in Ib. in inch.
1000 0.015
2500 0.015
5000 0.020
10000 0.015

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 4. Weighing Platforms with Four Load Cells: Stainless Steel
Extend (loosen) the overload stops until the weight value displayed for the load on
the platform begins to decrease (i.e., until the stops touch the load plate support).
Platform nominal Test weight for Test weight for
capacity in Ib. middle stops in Ib. corner stops in Ib.
50 n/a 50
100 n/a 100
200 n/a 100
250 n/a 120
500 n/a 200
1000 n/a 500
2500 n/a 1200
5000 n/a 2500
10000 n/a 5000

Alternatively, you can use a feeler gauge to adjust the corner stops.
In this case, weights are not required.
Platform nominal Feeler Gauge
capacity in Lb. in inch.
50 0.12
100 0.12
200 0.12
250 0.15
500 0.12
1000 0.15
2500 0.15
5000 0.20
10000 0.15

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 Repairing the Weighing Platforms

Replacing the Connecting Cable

If the connecting cable (from junction box to Combics indicator) needs to be

replaced on a weighing platform with four load cells, or if the load cell needs to be
replaced on a platform with only one load cell , open the Combics indicator and
pg9_04.tif disconnect the cable from the terminal strip of the A/D converter.
Unscrew the cable gland; the cable or load cell can now be replaced.

Remove the isolation and connect the new cable:

pg9_01.tif – Expose approx. 6 cm (2.4 in.) of the wires (3) in the cable.
– Remove the isolation from approx. 1 cm (0.5 in.) of the wires and affix ferrules
to the wire ends.
– Thread the cable through the cable gland.
– The shielding (1) must have contact with the clamps (2). Connection to ground
via the shield.
– Make sure you install the required ferrite ring (see page 73).

– After replacing the cable or load cell, use a torque wrench to tighten the cable
gland to 5 Nm.

Note: On stainless steel models, the IP67 protection must be checked after
fct01_23.eps closing the junction box.

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 Replacing Load Cells
If an off-center load error is detected (platforms with one load cell), or if the output
signal from the load cell is too high or too low (InF 02 is displayed during span
adjustment), replace the load cell.

Because the mechanical construction of the platforms is basically uncomplicated, no

detailed description of the disassembly procedure is included here.

Important:

– When replacing load cells in a weighing platform with four load cells, lift the
corner using an M16x120 threaded rod to access the cells.

The threaded rod can be obtained from a specialized supplier.

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– When reassembling the weighing platform, make sure to replace any plates that
were under the platform frame.

– When replacing a load cell designated “GWT Type 011275/500 C3”, the three
bushings (two for affixing the load cell; one for the load cell base) must be
removed from the defective load cell and installed in the new load cell. These
bushings are located in bore holes in the load cell.

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 – When installing the new load cell, make sure any arrow (see the illustration on
the left) always points in the movement of the load cell.
– Tighten the load cells with the required torque.

Torque Values Lastz_Drehm.xls

La d cell design a tion Torqu e La d cell design a tion Torqu e

GW T Ty pe 011231/550 C3 130N m GW T Ty pe 011296/50 C 3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011232/1100 C 3 130N m GW T Ty pe 011297/100 C3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011233/1760 C 3 130N m GW T Ty pe 011298/200 C3 20Nm
GW T Ty pe 011241/7,5 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011299/7,5 C 3 10Nm
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GW T Ty pe 011242/15 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011300/15 C 3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011243/30 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011301/30 C 3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011244/50 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011302/50 C 3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011245/100 C3 14N m GW T Ty pe 011303/100 C3 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011246/50 C 3 14N m GW T Ty pe 011304/200 C3 20Nm
GW T Ty pe 011247/100 C3 14N m GW T Ty pe 011305/50 C 3 35Nm
GW T Ty pe 011248/200 C3 14N m GW T Ty pe 011306/100 C3 35Nm
GW T Ty pe 011249/100 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011307/200 C3 35Nm
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GW T Ty pe 011250/200 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011308/500 C3 35Nm
GW T Ty pe 011251/50 C 3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011309/550 C3 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011252/150 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011310/1100 C3 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011253/250 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011311/1760 C3 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011272/50 C 3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011461/ 20k g 35Nm
GW T Ty pe 011273/100 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011462/ 500lb 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011274/200 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011463/ 1250lb 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011275/500 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011464/ 2500lb 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011290/500 C3 35N m GW T Ty pe 011465 / 4000lb 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011293/7,5 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011466/ 5000lb 130Nm
GW T Ty pe 011294/15 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011467/ 40k g 10Nm
GW T Ty pe 011295/30 C 3 10N m GW T Ty pe 011468/ 635k g 42Nm

– After replacing load cells, you need to check the overload stops and adjust
them if necessary (see page 77-80).

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 Pin Assignments in the Junction Box

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adjustment resistor
Color Codes: Load Cell Cables and Connecting Cable
(Weighing Platform to the Junction Box) (Junction Box to A/D Converter)
Load cell 1-4 Output
Ye (yellow) = Ye (yellow) = Shield = Ye (yellow)


Bl (blue) = Gn (green) = (1) BR_POS (Bridge supply voltage +) = Bl (blue)


Gn (green) = ----
= (2) SENSE_POS (Sense +) = Gn (green)
Blk (black) = Blk (black)
= (6) (BR_NEG (Bridge supply voltage -) = Blk (black) or (brown)
Gr (gray) = ---- = (5) SENSE_NEG (Sense -) = Gr (gray)
Rd (red) = Rd (red) = (4) OUT_NEG (Measuring voltage negative) = Rd (red)
Wh (white) = Wh (white) = (3) OUT_POS (Measuring voltage positive) = Wh (white)

(Wiring Bridge )
Note: The color coding of the connecting cable (junction box to A/D converter) might be
different when connecting a non-Sartorius platform to the Combics indicator.

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 Replacing the Load Cells Foot
– To replace the load cells foot, move the retainer spring to the left hand and right
hand and forth with a screwdriver to push it out.

Color Codes of the Wiring for Weighing Platforms, Models CAPP../CAPS...

Platform size Pin Assignment Chart for the Indicator (see Page 71) (1)
or Pin Assignment Chart for the Junction Box (see Page 84) (2)
in inches No.: 1 2 3 4 5 6
12.6 x 9.5 (1) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
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19.7 x 15.8 (1) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
24 x 18 (1 or 2) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
24 x 24 (1 or 2) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
30 x 24 (1 or 2) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
30 x 30 (1 or 2) Blue Green White Red Gray Black
Platform size Pin Assignment Chart for the Junction Box (see Page 84)
in inches No.: 1 2 3 4 5 6

(Wiring Bridge )
36 x 36 Green --- White Red --- Black
48 x 48 Green --- White Red --- Black
60 x 48 Green --- White Red --- Black
60 x 60 Green --- White Red --- Black

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 Error Codes
Error codes are shown on the main display. Err codes are shown continuously; Inf messages are shown for 2 seconds,
after which the program returns automatically to the weighing mode.

Display Cause Solution

Err 101 - 104 Key is stuck Release key or
Key pressed at power on Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Err 320 Program memory defective Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Err 335 Verified weighing platform not compatible Connect a compatible weighing platform
with the connected terminal
Err 340 Operating parameter memory (EEPROM) defective Turn the scale off and then on again
If Err 340 is still displayed, contact
your local Sartorius Service Center
Err 341 Data lost from RAM; battery needs to be recharged Leave the scale power on for at least 10 hrs.
Err 343 Data lost from the memory module Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
for transaction numbers in external alibi memory
Inf 01 Data output not compatible with output format Change the menu settings
Inf 02 Calibration/adjustment condition Calibrate only when zero is displayed.
not met; for example, not tared or Press ) to tare
there is a load on the weighing pan Unload the scale
Inf 03 Adjustment could not Allow the scale to warm up again and then
be d within a certain time repeat the adjustment process
Inf 06 Built-in calibration weight defective Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Inf 07 Function not allowed in scales Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
verified for use in legal metrology for details on changing settings
Inf 08 The load on the scale is too heavy to zero the readout Check whether “Tare/zero at power on” is set (1.12)

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 Display Cause Solution
Inf 09 Taring is not possible when the gross weight Zero the scale
is a minus value
Inf 10 Tare key is blocked when there The data stored in the 2nd tare memory
is data in the tare memory (Combics 2 only) must be deleted (clear
the memory) before taring
Inf 22 Error in storing reference value, load is too light Put a heavier weight on the scale
Inf 23 Error in initializing an application Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Inf 29 Minimum load not reached Change menu, or perform “Close” function check
the interface and cable of the connected devicen
Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Inf 30, 31 Indicator is in the xBPI-mode Define a lower value for the minimum load
(in the Application settings, menu item 3.6)
Inf 71 Cannot store the current weight value None
(e.g., if control limits are too low or too high)
Inf 72 Cannot store the current weight value None
(e.g., the transaction counter has reached its limit)
Inf 73 Data not found or unreadable Contact your local Sartorius Service Center
Inf 74 Function is blocked (e.g., menu is locked) None
Inf 98 No weighing platform connected Connect weighing platform
Inf 99 No weighing platform connected Connect weighing platform
NO WP No weighing platform connected Connect weighing platform

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 The Combics Weighing Platforms
Painted version: Stainless steel version:
- Weighing ranges from 10 lbs to 10,000 lbs - Weighing ranges from 10 lbs to 10,000 lbs
- 11 different dimensions - 11 different dimensions
- 11 weighing ranges - 11 weighing ranges
- 37 models - 37 models
- up to 5,000e NTEP; up to 25,000d - up to 5,000e NTEP; up to 25,000d
- Version: painted steel - AISI 304 (1.4301), AISI 316Ti (1.4571) stainless steel,
- IP65 protection rating electropolished, with tread plate structure
- Drive-on ramps, built-in frame - IP67 / IP68 protection rating
- Customized dimensions possible - Weighing cell in stainless steel
- Drive-on ramps, built-in frame, customized dimensions

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 Type Designation

Example for the order number of a

Combics weighing platform:
CAPP4U-1000KK-LU

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 Example for the order number of a
stainless steel Combics weighing
platform:
CAPS4U-500HH-LU

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 Service Specification CAPP/CAPS1U-.....-LU

Example for the order number of a Combics full range scale: CAPP1U-1000HH-LU (Type Designation see page 91-92)

Applications Material | Number of Weighing Platform size Resolution

Design load cells Capacity (Ibs) inches | order code
CAP P 1U - 1000 HH - LU
Off-center load
Reproducibility Span Linearity TCS iso CAL
Eccentricity

Perm issible Perm issible Perm issible Perm issible

Class

Weighing Test Test Adjustm . Test ppm

Model Readability tolerance tolerance tolerance Tarew eight Testweight tolerance K
capacity weight w eight w eight weight /K
s (±) (±) (±)

CAPP1U-10..-LU ---
10 lbs 0,0002 lbs 5 lbs 0,002 lbs 5 lbs 0,004 lbs M1 1 lbs 3 lbs 0,002 lbs lbs 0,7/1,5/2,2/3 lbs 0,002 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-10..-LU (1)
CAPP1U-25..-LU ---
25 lbs 0,0005 lbs 12,5 lbs 0,005 lbs 12,5 lbs 0,01 lbs M1 2 lbs 6 lbs 0,004 lbs lbs 1,5/3/4/6 lbs 0,005 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-25..-LU (2)
CAPP1U-50..-LU ---
50 lbs 0,001 lbs 25 lbs 0,01 lbs 25 lbs 0,02 lbs M1 5 lbs 15 lbs 0,01 lbs lbs 3/7/11/15 lbs 0,01 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-50..-LU (5)
CAPP1U-100..-LU ---
100 lbs 0,002 lbs 50 lbs 0,02 lbs 50 lbs 0,04 lbs M1 10 lbs 30 lbs 0,02 lbs lbs 7/15/22/30 lbs 0,02 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-100..-LU (10)
CAPP1U-200..-LU ---
200 lbs 0,005 lbs 100 lbs 0,05 lbs 100 lbs 0,05 lbs M1 20 lbs 60 lbs 0,04 lbs lbs 15/30/45/60 lbs 0,05 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-200..-LU (20)
CAPP1U-250..-LU ---
250 lbs 0,005 lbs 125 lbs 0,05 lbs 125 lbs 0,1 lbs M1 50 lbs 150 lbs 0,1 lbs lbs 30/70/110/150 lbs 0,05 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-250..-LU (50)
CAPP1U-500..-LU ---
500 lbs 0,01 lbs 250 lbs 0,1 lbs 250 lbs 0,2 lbs M1 100 lbs 300 lbs 0,2 lbs lbs 70/150/220/300 lbs 0,1 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-500..-LU (100)
CAPP1U-1000..-LU --- 300/700/
1000 lbs 0,02 lbs 500 lbs 0,2 lbs 500 lbs 0,4 lbs M1 500 lbs 1500 lbs 1 lbs lbs lbs 0,2 lbs 10 n
CAPS1U-1000..-LU (500) 1100/1500

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 Service Specification CAPP/CAPS4U-.....-LU

Example for the order number of a Combics full range scale: CAPS4U-5000KK-RR (Type Designation see page 91-92)

Applications Material | Number of Weighing Platform size Resolution

Design load cells Capacity (Ibs) inches | order code
CAP S 4U - 5000 RR - LU
Off-center load
Reproducibility Span Linearity TCS iso CAL
Eccentricity

Perm issible Perm issible Perm issible Perm issible

Class

Weighing Test Test Adjustm . Test ppm

Model Readability tolerance tolerance tolerance Tarew eight Testweight tolerance K
capacity weight w eight w eight weight /K
s (±) (±) (±)

CAPP4U-1000..-LU --- 300/700/

1000 lbs 0,02 lbs 500 lbs 0,2 lbs 500 lbs 0,2 lbs M1 500 lbs 1500 lbs 1 lbs lbs lbs 0,2 lbs 10 n
CAPS4U-1000..-LU (500) 1100/1500
CAPP4U-2500..-LU ---
2500 lbs 0,05 lbs 1250 lbs 0,5 lbs 1250 lbs 0,5 lbs M1 2500 lbs 3 lbs 0,002 lbs lbs 0,7/1,5/2,2/3 lbs 0,5 lbs 10 n
CAPS4U-2500..-LU (1)
CAPP4U-5000..-LU ---
5000 lbs 0,1 lbs 2500 lbs 1 lbs 2500 lbs 1 lbs M1 5000 lbs 3 lbs 0,002 lbs lbs 0,7/1,5/2,2/3 lbs 1 lbs 10 n
CAPS4U-5000..-LU (1)
CAPP4U-10000..-LU ---
10000 lbs 0,2 lbs 5000 lbs 2 lbs 5000 lbs 2 lbs M1 10000 lbs 3 lbs 0,002 lbs lbs 0,7/1,5/2,2/3 lbs 2 lbs 10 n
CAPS4U-10000..-LU (1)

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 Sartorius AG
Weender Landstrasse 94–108
37075 Goettingen, Germany
Hotline +49.551.308-4440
Fax +49.551.308-4449
www.sartorius.com
e-mail: [email protected]

Copyright by Sartorius AG, Goettingen, Germany.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication
may be reprinted or translated in any form or by
any means without the prior written permission
of Sartorius AG.
The status of the information, specifications and
illustrations in this manual is indicated by the date
given below. Sartorius AG reserves the right to
make changes to the technology, features,
specifications, and design of the equipment
without notice.
Status: October 2003, Sartorius AG, Goettingen, Germany

Printed in Germany on paper that has been

bleached without any use of chlorine · W1A000 · I.K.
Publication No.: WCI5005-e03104

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