Recoton/Advent EC Series Calibration, Troubleshooting, EN-12, Symptom Possible Causes Remedy

EN-12 EC Series

6. CALIBRATION

For best results, calibrate the scale at regular intervals. Temperature changes, geographic gravity variations, altitude changes and abuse are few reasons why a scale may need recalibration.

When the scale is ideally positioned for operation, enter calibration and proceed as
follows:
Long-press Zero to initiate calibra-
	Weight	g	Piece Weight g/pc	Count	pcs
tion (do not release key-press until
		0.		CAL
			3000.0
“CAL” is displayed).
The required calibration weight is	Actual calibration		Required calibration	Procedure
displayed (ex. 3000g for a 3kg	weight		value
model). At this time, a different
calibration weight value can be
entered via the numeric keypad.

Place the corresponding calibration
	3000.0	3000.0
weight on the pan. The display
flashes until the actual weight is reg-
	3000.0	3000.0
istered and the calibration process
ends (the scale momentarily beeps	3000.0	0.
before exiting to normal weighing
mode).

NOTE: Press Zero at any time to abort during the calibration process.

CAL

CAL

0.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

The following table lists common problems, possible causes and remedies. If the problem persists, contact Ohaus or your authorized Ohaus dealer.

Symptom	Possible Causes	Remedy
Scale will not turn on.	AC power not connected.	Connect scale to power.
	Battery discharged.	Connect scale to power and
		charge battery.
Battery fails to charge fully.	Battery is defective or past its	Have the battery replaced by an
	useful life.	authorized Ohaus service dealer.
Weight reading does	Unstable environment.	Ensure a stable environment.
not stabilize.	Interference under pan.	Ensure that the weighing pan is
		unobstructed and free to move.
Scale does not display	Improper calibration.	Calibrate the scale using proper
accurately.		calibration weights.
E1, E2, E3 displayed	The pan is placed incorrectly.	Reposition the pan correctly.
	Zero limit exceeded during	Ensure the pan is empty before
	power up.	switching the scale on.
--OL-- displayed	Load exceeds scale capacity.	Reduce the load on the pan.

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