Adam Equipment Highland Portable Precision Balances HIGHLANDHCB User Manual

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Adam Equipment  
 
 
 
HIGHLAND SERIES  
 
(Includes HCB xxxM EU & NTEP approved models)                                                                                                                                                                               (HCB Software ver. 2.5 or higher –  standard models)                                                                                                                                                                 (HCB -M Software. rev 2.38 or higher  – EU approved models)                                                                                                                                                                  (HCB -aM Software rev. 3.10 or higher –  NTEP approved models)  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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    Easy Reference:  
     
Model name of the scale: 
 
 
Serial number of the unit: 
 
 
Software revision number  
(Displayed when power is first turned on): 
 
Date of Purchase: 
 
 
Name of the supplier and place: 
 
 
          
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
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CONTENTS  
              (P.N. 9520, Revision G 1, October  2016)  
 
 
1.0 CONTENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 
2.0 INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………….. 4 
3.0 SET UP……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………… 4 
 3.1 UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR BALANCE……………………………...………………………….. 4 
 3.2 DISPLAY/ KEYBOARD FUNCTION………………………………………………………………………………… 5 
 3.3 INTERNAL RECHARGEABLE BATTERY………………………………………………………………………….. 6 
 3.4 LOCATING AND PROTECTING YOUR BALANCE …………………………………………………………… 7 
 3.5 STORING WHEN NOT IN USE……………………………………………………………………………………… 8 
4.0 BASIC OPERATION………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 
 4.1 TURNING ON THE BALANCE………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 
 4.2 ZEROING / TARE………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 
 4.3 WEIGHING ……………………………………………………………………………………………...................... 10 
 4.4 WEIGING UNITS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 
5.0 FUNCTIONS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 
 5.1 PERCENTAGE WEIGHING …………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 
 5.2 PARTS COUNTING……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 
 5.3 ACCUMULATION……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 
6.0 PARAMETERS……………………………………………………………………………………………………….................... 14 
 6.1 ENABLING WEIGHING UNITS……………………………………………………………………………………… 14 
 6.2 SETTING THE BACKLIGHT AND AUDIBLE ALERT BEEP…………………………………………………. 16 
 6.3 SETTING THE PRINTING PARAMETERS / ACCUMULATION…………………………………………. 16 
 6.4 AUTO POWER OFF……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18 
 6.5 SELECTING THE INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL CALIBRATION…………………………………………….. 19 
 6.6 ADJUST THE VALUE OF THE INTERNAL MASS…………………………………………………………….. 20 
 6.7 SETTING USER PARAMETERS……………………………………………………………………………………… 21 
7.0 CALIBRATION……………………………………………………………………………………………………….................... 22 
8.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 24 
 8.1 ERROR MESSAGES …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 
 8.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES………………………………………………………………….. 25 
9.0 SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 26 
 9.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………………………………. 26 
 9.2 COMMON SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………………………………………………………….. 27 
 9.3 RS232 / USB SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………………………………………………………. 27 
10.0 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 30 
11.0 WARRANTY STATEMENT………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 30 
12. WEEE DIRECTIVE…………………………………………………………………………………………………….....      31 
 
 
 
 
 
2.0  INTRODUCTION  
 
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Thank you for purchasing  your new HighlandTM  portable  balance , Every HighlandTM 
balance  has all the features you really need: D C adapter and internal rechargeable 
battery , HandiCal
TM calibration  (not  available on  approved models),  backlit display , 
and ShockProtectTM with  overload indicator. With  RS-232 and USB interface for 
communication with printers and computers , splash-proof keypad,  and sturdy 
plastic construction, the Highland
TM  series  will be a balance you can rely upon.  We 
hope that yo u enjoy using your new balance . 
Before operating parts marked with a “！”  symbol please read the instruction 
manual and operate with caution to avoid hazard.  
Note:  External metal parts and connectors are not linked to earth.  
3.0 SET UP  
3.1  UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR BALANCE  
1)  Remove the b alance, draft shield, top pan, D C adapter and pan support from 
the  packaging   
2)  Remove the shipping protection screw  and transit disc  from the top of the 
balance  and place the plastic top pan support on the balance . Do not use 
excessive force when removing and installing the screw.  
 
3)  Gently place the plastic pan support into the receptacle and secure with the 
supplied screw.  To not over -tighten the screw. It should be finger tight only.     
Put the Stainless steel pan on top of the pan support  
4)  Place the dr aft shield on top of the balance , the location notches  in the breeze 
shield should align with the cut outs on the balance .  For optimum 
performance the balance  should  be used with the draft shield (if provided). 
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3.2  DISPLAY / KEY BOARD FUNCTION 
 
The display  and keypad have a number of features the key information is shown 
below:  
 
 
 
 
KEYS PRIMARY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION 
[On/Off] To turn the balance On or Off.   ---- 
[->0/T0/T< -] 
again will reset another tare value 
A secondary function of "Enter key is 
for setting parameters or other 
functions. 
[%] Enters the percentage weighing 
function.  
 
When in percentage mode, press [%] 
key to return to normal weighing 
mode. When setting some par ameters 
this key will move the flashing digit to 
the right. 
[Smpl] Use this key to enter parts counting 
mode from the normal weighing 
mode.  
When in parts counting pressing the 
[Smpl]  will return to weighing mode.   
Clears the accumulated value from the 
memory when pressed during the total.  
When setting some parameters this key 
will move the flashing digit to the left. 
[Mode]  Pressing this key will cycle through the 
weighing units which are enabled.  
Displays the unit weight, total weight 
and the count when in the parts 
counting mode. 
Setting parameters it will show the 
next option or increase the value of a 
flashing digit. 
[Print] To print the results to a PC or printer 
using RS-232 or USB interface. It also 
adds the value to the accumulated 
memory if the  accumulation function 
is not automatic.   
Secondary function is to return to 
normal operation when the balance  is 
in a parameter setting mode.  
Setting parameters it will show the 
previous option or decrease the value 
of a flashing digit. 
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NB:- BRACKETS ON DIPLSAY AROUND LAST DIGIT ~ HCB 602M ,  HCB 1002M ,  HCB5001M  
ONLY APPROVED MODLES  
 
 
3.3  INTERNAL
 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY  
The  balance  can be operated from the internal rechargeable battery or usi ng a DC 
adapter. The battery discharge time,  is approximately 24 hours depending on the 
usage of the backlight.  
 
The display will show an indication when the battery needs to be charged. To charge 
the battery, plug in the D C adapter at the back of the bala nce and attach it to the 
main power supply. The charging indicator at the left top corner of the LCD will be 
on. 
 
 
 
 
 
Zero 
Stable 
Capacity tracker 
Weighing digits 
Percentage symbol 
Low battery indicator 
Hold symbol 
Net symbol 
Alpha numeric display 
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3.4  LOCATING AND PROTECTING YOUR BALANCE  
In order to  keep your balance  functioning at its best we suggest that you do the 
following:   
 
Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in direct sunlight or near 
air conditioning vents.  
 
Make sure the balance  is located on a strong table and free from 
vibration.  
 Avoid unstable power sources. Do not use near large users of electricity 
such as welding equipment or large motors. Do not let the balance 
battery go flat –  if you are not using it for a long time you should charge 
the battery up periodically to make sure the battery do es not lose its 
charge.  When you turn off the scale  by pressing [ON/OFF] key, the 
power is not completely isolated. You should disconnect the power 
supply if it is not going to be used for an extended period. 
 
Keep free from vibration. Do not place near heavy or vibrating 
machinery. 
 Avoid high humidity that might cause condensation. Keep away from 
direct contact with water. Do not spray or immerse the  balance in 
water.  
Protection Grade: IPX0  
 
Do not place near open windows, air-conditioning vents or fans that 
may cause a draft and unstable readings.  
 
Keep the b alance clean. Do not stack material on the balance  / balance 
pan  when it is not in use.  
The Highland has a stacking feature for 
stacking more than one unit on top of each other  which does not apply 
weight to the pan. For more details on this see the sectio n on storing.   
 
Avoid operating in high static areas, or weighing high static  materials, 
such as plastics or powders, as this may damage  electronics and affect 
measurements. Use grounding mats or  
bonding straps to reduce 
potential 
 
 
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3.5  STORING WHEN NOT IN USE  
If you have any of the Highland
TM  series or Core BalanceTM lines you can store them 
easily on top of each other. To save space and protect them from damage.   
 
 
 
 
Without Shield                                             With Shield  
 
 
Note:  Only mo dels equipped with a ø  4. 7” / 120mm pan , can be stacked for storage. 
Core  (CQT)  models with  the larger ø  5.7” / 145mm may be stacked at the top of the 
pile but  other  balance s should  NOT be stacked on top of them due to the larger pan 
size.   
 
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4.0  BASIC OPERATION  
4.1 TUR NING ON THE BALANCE  
Plug in the unit using the D C adapter or use the internal rechargeable battery . It is 
recommended that you charge the battery for at least 8 hours before first use.  
1) To turn on press  the [on/off]  key once and release. The  balance will show the 
capacity  and the software revision ,  and then self -test before showing zero  on 
the display and the stable sign. 
2)  The  balance  is  now  ready to be use d.  
3)  To turn the balance  off after use ,  press  the  [on/off]  key again. There is an 
auto pow er-off function that will  automatically turn the unit off  if not used for 
a period of time , this can be set in the parameters section . 
If an error is shown while turning on the  balance check  that the pan is fitted 
correctly and that th ere is no weight on t he pan or the internal calibration weight  
(not approved models)  has not been left in the calibrate position. Move the lever all 
the way to the left.   Turn off the balance  and turn it back on again. 
4.2  ZEROING / TARE  
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stability light indicates that the weight is stable thus ens uring a correct taring 
function 
 
 4.3   WEIGHING  
To determine the weight of a sample, first tare an empty container (if used), then 
place the sample in the container.  The display will show the weight  of the sample  
and the unit of weight currently in use. The stable indicator will light when the 
reading is stable.  
4.4
   WEIGHING UNITS 
To change the weighing units, press [Mode]  to cycle through the options of units 
th at are enabled. See Parameter s 6.1  Enabling Weighing Units,  to enable or disable 
the weighing units.  
Weighing Units on approved models = g , Kg, ct  
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