98648-018-69

Operating Instructions

Sartorius M-power

Electronic Analytical and Precision Balances and Precious Metal Scales 
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Contents Warnings and 

Safety Precautions

Contents  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warnings and Safety Precautions  . 2

Getting Started  . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Overview of Display 

and Operating Elements  . . . . . . . 7

Basic Weighing Function  . . . . . . 8

Calibration/Adjustment  . . . . . . . 9

Application Programs  . . . . . . . . 10

Net-Total Formulation/

Second Tare Memory  . . . . . . . . 10

Counting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Weighing in Percent  . . . . . . . . . 12

Weigh Averaging . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Toggling Between Weight Units  . . 14

Configuring the Balance (Menu Codes)

Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes) 15

Balance Operating Menu (Overview) 16

ISO/GLP-compliant Printout  . . . . 18

Data Interface  . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Error Codes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Care and Maintenance  . . . . . . . 22

Instructions for Recycling  . . . . . 23

Overview

Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Accessories (Options)  . . . . . . . . 27

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . 29

Safety

● To prevent damage to the equipment, 

please read these operating instructions 

carefully before using your balance.

!Do not use this balance in a hazardous

area/location.

!Use only a commercially available 

non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery: 

8+ AA, Mignon 

!Make absolutely sure to unplug the balance

from AC power before you connect or disconnect a peripheral device.

!Exposure to excessive electromagnetic 

disturbance can cause the readout value to

change. Once the disturbance has ceased, the

instrument can be used again in accordance

with its intended use.

Setting up the Balance

!Warning when using pre-wired RS-232 

connecting cables: The pin assignments 

in RS-232 cables purchased from other 

manufacturers may be incompatible with 

Sartorius balances. Be sure to check

the pin assignment against the chart 

on page 19 before connecting the cable, 

and disconnect any lines that do not match.

– Connect only Sartorius accessories and

options, as these are optimally designed for

use with your Sartorius balance. 

Do not try to solve any problems on your own.

The operator shall be responsible for any modifications to Sartorius equipment and for any

connections of cables or equipment not 

supplied by Sartorius and must check and, 

if necessary, correct these modifications and

connections. On request, Sartorius will provide

information on the minimum operating specifications (in accordance with the standards 

for defined immunity to interference).

– Do not open the balance housing. 

If the seal is broken, this will result 

in forfeiture of all claims under the 

manufacturer’s warranty. 
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Getting Started

Storage and Shipping Conditions

– Do not expose the balance to extreme

temperatures, blows, shocks, vibration

or moisture. 

Unpacking the Balance

● After unpacking the balance, check it

immediately for any visible damage

$ If you see any sign of damage, proceed 

as directed in the chapter entitled “Care

and Maintenance,” under the section on

“Safety Inspection”

$ Save the box and all parts of the 

packaging until you have successfully

installed your balance in case you need

to return it. Before packing your 

balance, unplug all connected cables to

prevent damage.

Equipment Supplied

– Balance

– Weighing pan

– Pan support (only on models with 

a round weighing pan)

– AC adapter, plug type

Additionally supplied with AZ214,

AZ124, AZ64 models:

– Shield ring

– Shield plate

– Dust cover

Installation Instructions

When choosing a location to set up your 

balance, observe the following:

– Avoid placing the balance in 

close proximity to a heater or otherwise

exposing the balance to heat or 

direct sunlight

– Protect the balance from drafts that

come from open windows or doors

– Avoid exposing the balance to extreme

vibrations during weighing

– Do not expose the balance to extreme

moisture over long periods

Conditioning the Balance

Moisture in the air can condense on the 

surfaces of a cold balance whenever it is

brought into a substantially warmer

place. 

If you transfer the balance to 

a warmer area, make sure to condition it

for about 2 hours at room temperature,

leaving it unplugged from AC power.
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Setting up the Balance

Balances with a draft shield chamber with sliding

doors

● Place the components listed below inside 

the chamber in the order given:

– Shield plate

– Shield ring 

– Pan support

– Weighing pan

– Gem tray (only with GD models)

Balances with a Glass Draft Shield

● Place the components listed below inside 

the chamber in the order given:

– Draft shield base – place it on the balance 

so that the edge for fitting the glass draft shield

faces upwards and turn it until it is firmly in place

– Pan support

– Weighing pan

– Glass draft shield

– Draft shield cover – place it on the balance 

so that the edge faces downwards

Balances with a Round Weighing Pan

● Place the components listed below inside 

the chamber in the order given:

– Pan support

– Weighing pan

Balances with a Rectangular Weighing Pan

● Place the weighing pan on the balance
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Connecting the Balance to AC Power/

Safety Precautions

Use only original Sartorius AC adapters. 

● Insert the right-angle plug into the jack

● Plug AC adapter into electrical outlet 

The ground terminal is connected to the balance 

housing, which can be additionally grounded for

operation. 

Using a Non-Rechargeable/Rechargeable Battery

(not for models AZ214, AZ124, AZ64, AZ3102,

AZ1502)

$ A non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery is not

included with the equipment supplied

!Use only a commercially available non-rechargeable 

(8+ AA/Mignon) or rechargeable battery 

!When using a rechargeable battery, always use an

external charger to recharge the battery

● Lay the balance on its side

● Lift the compartment cover

● Insert the non-rechargeable (8+ AA/Mignon) 

or rechargeable batteries into the compartment

$ Make sure to connect the positive and negative poles

correctly

● Close the battery compartment: 

Press down on the cover until it clicks into place

!All used batteries are classified as waste that requires 

special handling (not “household” waste). Dispose 

of rechargeable batteries in accordance with the 

applicable special waste disposal regulations
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Selecting the Line Voltage (Mains Voltage)

(Optional)

Use the following original AC adapters for selecting

the line voltage:

– AC adapter TNG8 order no. 6971951 (universal)

or 

– AC adapter TNG8 order no. 6971952 (for the U.K.)

● Use the switch to toggle between 230 V and 115 V 

Leveling the Balance

Level the balance any time you set it up in 

a new location. Use only the 2 front feet of the 

balance for leveling.

● Turn the 2 rear feet until they are in position 

(only on models AZ3102, AZ1502)

● Turn the 2 front feet as shown here in the illustration

until the air bubble is centered in the level indicator

> In most cases, this will require several adjustment steps

Anti-theft Locking Device

To protect against theft, use the mounting lug on

the rear panel of the balance.

● Secure the balance at the place of installation, 

for example with a chain or a lock
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Operation

Overview of Display and Operating Elements

Position Designation

1 Weight units

2 Calculated-value indicator 

(i.e., not a weight value)

3 Taring

4 Symbol: “Printing mode active”

5 Symbol: Gross or net value 

6 Data output: 

Press this key to send readout

values to the built-in data 

interface. 

7 Start an application program 

Position Designation

8 Delete (Clear Function)

This key is generally used to 

cancel functions: 

– Quit application program

– Cancel calibration/adjustment

routine | Exit the operating

menu

9 On/off

10 Symbols for zero range 

(verified models only)

11 Weight value displayed 

in selected weight unit

CF

Tare Tare

F

10

11

3

9

8

1

6

4

3

2

7

5
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Basic Weighing Function

Preparation

● Turn on the balance: Press e

● To change configurations: See the chapter entitled “Configuring the Balance”

$ To tare the balance: Press t

Additional Functions:

● To turn off the balance: Press e

Warmup Time

To ensure accurate results, the balance must warm up for 30 minutes

before operaion. Only after this time will the balance have reached

the required operating temperature.

Example

Basic weighing

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Turn on the balance e

Self-test is performed

2. Place container on balance + 52.0 g

(here: 52 g)

3. Tare the balance t + 0.0 g

4. Place sample in container + 150.2 g

on balance (here: 150.2 g)
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Calibration/Adjustment

Available Features

Calibration/adjustment can only be performed when

– there is no load on the balance,

– the balance is tared,

– the internal signal is stable.

If these conditions are not met, an error message is displayed. Otherwise, the weight

required for calibration/adjustment is displayed (see “Accessories” for calibration weights).

You can use any of the following weight units to calibrate/adjust: 

g, kg*, lb (menu code 1. 4. x)

You can block calibration/adjustment of the balance: 

– Select menu code 1. 5. 3)

Example

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Tare the balance t 0.0 g

2. Begin calibration t>2 sec. + 1000.0

Calibration weight is displayed

without weight unit (here: 1000 g)

3. Place the indicated calibration 1000.0

weight on the balance

After calibration, the calibration + 1000.0 g

weight is displayed with wt. unit

4. Remove the calibration weight 0.0 g

* = not on models with a readability of 0.1 mg
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Application Programs

Net-Total Formulation/Second Tare Memory

With this application program you can weigh in components for formulation of a mixture. 

Preparation

Configure the Net-Total Formulation/Second Tare Memory application in the operating

menu: See “Configuring the Balance.” Menu code: 2.1.3

Example

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Place an empty container on + 65.0 g

the balance

2. Tare the balance t + 0.0 g

3. Add the first component + 120,5 g

4. Store the first component weight. v 0.0 gNET

If the print format is set to include 

data ID codes, the following 

is printed N1 + 120.5 g

5. Add the next component + 70,5 g

6. Store the 2nd component weight v 0.0 gNET

7. Add further components, As described

if desired for steps 5 and 6

8. Display total weight and c + 191,0 g

fill to desired final weight
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Example

Determine an unknown piece count; weigh the preset reference sample quantity 

Menu: Application program: Counting (menu code 2. 1. 4); 

Reference sample quantity: 20 pcs (menu code 3. 3. 3)

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Tare the balance t 0.0 g

2. Display the reference sample v>2 sec. ref 20 (briefly)

quantity (here: 20 pcs)

3. Place the reference sample + 66.0 g

quantity (20 pcs) on the balance

(here: 66 g)

4. Start the application; if the print v + 20 pcs

format is set to include data 

ID codes, the following piece weight 

is printed wRef + 3.300 g

5. Weigh uncounted parts + 174 pcs

(here: 174 pcs)

6. Display weight v + 574.2 g

7. Display quantity v + 174 pcs

8. Unload the balance 0 pcs

9. Delete the reference value c

10. Repeat the procedure starting from step 5, if desired.

Counting

Purpose

With the Counting program you can determine the number of parts that each have

approximately equal weight.

Preparation

● Configure the Counting application

in the operating menu: 

See “Configuring the Balance”

Menu code: 2. 1. 4

$ Reference sample quantity:

Code 3. 3. 1 5 pcs

Code 3. 3. 2 10 pcs (factory setting)

Code 3. 3. 3 20 pcs

Code 3. 3. 4 50 pcs

Code 3. 3. 5 100 pcs

$ Storage parameter 

(display accuracy for counting)

Code 3. 4. 1 Standard resolution 

(factory setting)

Code 3. 4. 2 With 10 times higher 

resolution than standard

See also “Configuring the Balance”
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Weighing in Percent

Purpose

This application program allows you to

obtain weight readouts in percent which are

in proportion to a reference weight.

Preparation

● Configure the Weighing in Percent application in the operating menu: 

See “Configuring the Balance.”

Menu code: 2. 1. 5

$ Reference percentage:

Code 3. 3. 1 5 %

Code 3. 3. 2 10 % (factory setting)

Code 3. 3. 3 20 %

Code 3. 3. 4 50 %

Code 3. 3. 5 100 %

$ Storage parameter 

(display accuracy for counting)

Code 3. 4. 1 Standard resolution: With

stability (factory setting)

Code 3. 4. 2 With 10 times higher 

stability than standard

See also “Configuring the Balance”

Example

Determine an unknown percentage: store the weight on the balance as a reference percentage

Menu: Application program: Weighing in Percent (menu code 2. 1. 5)

Menu: Reference percentage: 100 % (menu code 3. 3. 5)

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Tare the balance t 0.0 g

2. Display the reference percentage: v>2 sec. ref100

3. Place the reference weight for 100 % + 222.5 g

on the balance (here: 222.5 g)

4. Start the application; if the print v + 100.00 %

format is set to include data 

ID codes the following is printed Wxx% + 222.500 g

5. Place an unknown weight + 144.94 %

on the balance (here: 322.5 g)

6. Display weight v + 322.5 g

7. Display percentage v + 144.94 %

8. Unload the balance 0.00 %

9. Delete the reference percentage c

10. Repeat the procedure starting from step 5, if desired.
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Weigh Averaging

Purpose

Use this program to determine weights under

unstable ambient conditions. In this program,

the balance calculates the weight as the average value from a defined number of individual

weighing operations. 

These weighing operations are also known as

“subweighing operations” or “subweighs.” 

Preparation

● Configure the Weigh Averaging application 

in the operating menu: See “Configuring the

Balance.”

Menu code: 2. 1.12

$ Number of subweighs for weigh 

averaging:

3. 3. 1 5 subweighs

3. 3. 2 10 subweighs 

(factory setting)

3. 3. 3 20 subweighs

3. 3. 4 50 subweighs

3. 3. 5 100 subweighs

See also “Configuring the Balance”

Example

Determine the weight of a sample in extremely unstable ambient conditions by calculating the average

of 10 subweighing operations. 

Menu: Application program: Weigh Averaging (menu code 2. 1.12)

Step Key (or instruction) Display/Printout

1. Tare the balance t 0.0 g

2. Display the number of subweighs v>2 sec. ref 10 (briefly)

(here: 10)

3. Place sample on the balance 8888

(weight readout fluctuates)

4. Start measurement v 8888

10

9

8

.

.

.

1

After 10 subweighs + 275.5 g G

If the print format is set to include

data ID codes, the following is printed Res + 275.5 g

5. Unload the balance + 275.5 g G

(stable display)

6. Delete the result c

7. Repeat the procedure starting from step 3, if desired.
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Toggle Between Weight Units

With this application program you can toggle the display of a weight value back and forth 

between two weight units.

Configure the “Toggle Weight Units” application in the operating menu: 

See “Configuring the Balance.” Menu code 2.1. 2

Menu code Unit Conversion factor Abbr. on 

printout

1. 7. 2 ο 3. 1. 2 ο Grams 1 g

1. 7. 3 1) 3. 1. 3 1) Kilograms 0.00100000000 kg

1. 7. 4 3. 1. 4 Carats 5 ct

1. 7. 5 3. 1. 5 Pounds 0.00220462260 lb

1. 7. 6 3. 1. 6 Ounces 0.03527396200 oz

1. 7. 7 3. 1. 7 Troy ounces 0.03215074700 ozt

1. 7. 8 3. 1. 8 Hongkong taels 0.02671725000 tlh

1. 7. 9 3. 1. 9 Singapore taels 0.02645544638 tls

1. 7. 10 3. 1. 10 Taiwanese taels 0.02666666000 tlt

1. 7. 11 3. 1. 11 Grains 15.43235835000 GN

1. 7. 12 3. 1. 12 Pennyweights 0.64301493100 dwt

1. 7. 13 3. 1. 13 Milligrams 1000 mg

1. 7. 14 3. 1. 14 Parts per pound 1.12876677120 /lb

1. 7. 15 3. 1. 15 Chinese taels 0.02645547175 tlc

1. 7. 16 3. 1. 16 Mommes 0.26670000000 mom

1. 7. 17 3. 1. 17 Austrian carats 5 K

1. 7. 18 3. 1. 18 Tola 0.08573333810 tol

1. 7. 19 3. 1. 19 Baht 0.06578947437 bat

1. 7. 20 3. 1. 20 Mesghal 0.21700000000 MS

ο = Factory setting 1

) = not for models with a readability of < 0.2 mg

Function

● To toggle the display between the 1st and 2nd weight units: 

Press the v key
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Configuring the Balance

Setting the Parameters (Menu Codes)

You can configure your balance to meet individual requirements by selecting from 

the parameters available in the menu.

Example: Adapt the balance to unstable ambient conditions 

Menu code 1. 1. 4

Step Key (or instruction) Display 

1. Turn off the balance e

2. Turn the balance back on; e

while all segments 

are displayed tbriefly 1.

$ To navigate within a menu trepeatedly 2.

level; the last menu option is 

followed by the first option 9.

1.

3. Select the 2nd menu level p 1. 1.

4. Select the 3rd menu level p 1. 1. 2 o

5. In Menu Level 3:

Select the desired option trepeatedly 1. 1. 4

6. Confirm new setting;

the “o” indicates the currently 

set option p>2 sec. 1. 1. 4 o

$ Select the next menu level (here: 

move from the 3rd to the 1st level) p 1.

$ Set other menu codes, if desired p, t

7. Store parameter settings t>2 sec. 

and exit operating menu

or

$ Exit operating menu 

without storing changes e

> Restart the application 0.0 g

·

·

·
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Balance Operating Menu (Overview)

ο Factory setting

√ User setting

Menu 1 Balance 1.1. Adapt filter 1.1.1 Minimum vibration

functions 1.1.2 ο Normal vibration

1.1.3 Strong vibration

1.1.4 Extreme vibration

1.3. Stability range 1.3.1 1/4 digit

1.3.2 1/2 digit

1.3.3 1 digit

1.3.4 ο 2 digits

1.3.5 4 digits

1.4. Weight unit for 1.4.1 ο Grams

calibration weight 1.4.2 Kilogramm1

)

1.4.3 Pounds

1.5. Calibration/adjustment 1.5.1 ο Accessible

1.5.3 Blocked

1.6. Auto zero 1.6.1 ο On

1.6.2 Off

1.7. Weight unit 1 See “Toggle between Weight Units”

1.8. Display accuracy 1.8.1 ο Standard resolution

1.8.4 Single scale interval*

2. Application 2.1. Program selection See the desired application 

programs program description

3. Application 3.1. Weight unit 2 See “Toggle between Weight Units”

parameters 3.2. Display accuracy 3.2.1 ο Standard resolution

3.3. Reference qty or % see the desired application program description

3.4. Display accuracy /

Weighing in Percent see the desired application program description

5. Data interface 5.1 Baud rate 5.1.1 150 baud

5.1.2 300 baud

5.1.3 600 baud

5.1.4 ο 1200 baud

5.1.5 2400 baud

5.1.6 4800 baud

5.1.7 9600 baud

1

) = not for models with a readability of 0.1 mg

Menu level 1

Menu level 2

Menu level 3

Factory setting

Menu item
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5. Data interface 5.2 Parity 5.2.1 Mark

5.2.2 Space

5.2.3 ο Odd 

5.2.4 Even 

5.3 No. of stop bits 5.3.1 ο 1 stop bit

5.3.2 2 stop bits

5.4 Handshake mode 5.4.1 Software 

5.4.2 Hardware 

2 char. after CTS 

5.4.3 ο Software 

1 char. after CTS

5.5 Communications mode 5.5.1 ο SBI (ASCII)

5.5.2 GLP record

6. Print for 6.1 Manual/auto print mode 6.1.1 Manual without stability

weighing 6.1.2 ο Manual at stability

6.1.3 Automatic without stability

6.1.4 Automatic at stability

7. Print with 7.1 Line format of printout 7.1.1 Without data ID Codes

applications 7.1.2 ο With data ID Codes

programs 7.2 ISO/GLP-compliant 7.2.1 ο Off

printout 7.2.2 For calibration/

adjustment only

7.2.3 Always on

7.3 Printout time 7.3.1 ο 24-h format

7.3.2 12-h format

8. Extra 8.1. Menu 8.1.1 ο Parameter settings alterable

functions 8.1.2 Parameter settings read only

8.2. External switch function 8.2.1 ckey 

8.2.4 tkey 

8.2.5 ο pkey 

8.2.6 vkey 

8.2.8 tkey 

8.3. Power-on mode 8.3.1 Off/on (battery shuts off

for balance automatically after 3 min)

8.3.2 ο Stand-by/on

9. Menu-Reset 9.– Factory setting 9.– 1 Reset menu 

9.– 2 Do not reset

Menu level 1

Menu level 2

Menu level 3

Factory setting

Menu item
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ISO/GLP-compliant Printout

Features

You can have the parameters pertaining

to the ambient weighing conditions

printed before (GLP header) and after

(GLP footer) the values of a weighing

series. 

These parameters include: 

GLP header:

– Date

– Time at beginning of measurement

– Balance manufacturer

– Balance model

– Balance serial number

– Software version number

– Identification number of the current 

sampling operation

GLP footer:

– Date

– Time at end of measurement

– Field for operator signature

! The record can only be output to 

a Sartorius data printer YDP20-0CE. 

Settings

● Set the following menu codes

(see “Configuring the Balance”):

– GLP-compliant record: menu code 5 5 2

– ISO/GLP-compliant record after calibration/adjustment only: 

menu code 7 2 2 or ISO/GLP-compliant 

record always on: menu code 7 2 3

– Line format for printout: With data ID

codes – 22 characters: menu code 7 1 2

– Printout date/time:

– 24-h format: menu code 7 3 1

– 12-h format: menu code 7 3 2

! No ISO/GLP-compliant record is output

if any of the following settings are

configured:

menu codes 6 1 3, 6 1 4 (automatic

printout) and 7 1 1

Function Keys 

Press pto output header and first

measured value.

> Header is output the first time pis

pressed

To output header and reference data 

automatically with an application program active: Press v

End application program:

End application program and output 

GLP footer: Press c
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The ISO/GLP-compliant record can contain the following lines:

-------------------- Dotted line

17-Jan-2010 10:15 Date/time (beginning of measurement)

SARTORIUS AG Balance manufacturer

Mod. AZ6101 Balance model

Ser. no. 10105355 Balance serial number

Ver. no. 00-19-41 Software version

ID ID

-------------------- Dotted line

L ID Measurement series no.

wRef + 21.14 g Counting: Reference weight

Qnt + 235 pcs Counting result

Qnt + 567 pcs Counting result

-------------------- Dotted line

17-Jan-2010 10:20 Date/time (end of measurement)

Name: Field for operator signature

Blank line

-------------------- Dotted line

ISO/GLP-compliant printout for external calibration/adjustment

-------------------- Dotted line

17-Jan-2010 10:30 Date/time (beginning of measurement)

SARTORIUS AG Balance manufacturer

Mod. AZ6101 Balance model

Ser. no. 10105355 Balance serial number

Ver. no. 00-19-41 Software version

ID ID

-------------------- Dotted line

Cal. Extern Calibration/adjustment mode

Set + 5000.0 g Calibration weight

-------------------- Dotted line

17-Jan-2010 10:32 Date/time (end of measurement)

Name: Field for operator signature

Blank line

-------------------- Dotted line
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Data Interface

Purpose

Your balance comes equipped with an 

interface port for connection to a computer 

or other peripheral device. You can use an 

on-line computer to change, start and/or 

monitor the functions of the balance 

and the application programs.

Female interface connector

Pin Assignment Chart, 25-pin 

female interface connector, RS-232:

Pin 1: Shield

Pin 2: Data output (TxD)

Pin 3: Data input (RxD)

Pin 4: Internal ground (GND)

Pin 5: Clear to Send (CTS)

Pin 6: Not connected

Pin 7: Internal ground (GND)

Pin 8: Internal ground (GND)

Pin 9: Not connected

Pin 10: Not connected

Pin 11: Charging voltage for 

rechargeable battery pack

+12 ... +20 V ( I _ out 25mA) For remote switch

Pin 12: Reset _ Out *)

Pin 13: +5 V output

Pin 14: Internal ground (GND)

Pin 15: Universal remote switch

Pin 16: Not connected

Pin 17: Not connected

Pin 18: Not connected

Pin 19: Not connected

Pin 20: Data Terminal Ready (DTR)

Pin 21: Internal ground (GND)

Pin 22: Not connected

Pin 23: Not connected

Pin 24: Not connected

Pin 25: +5 V output

*) = Hardware restart

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Preparation

You can set these parameters for other 

devices in the Setup menu (see the chapter 

entitled “Configuring the Balance”).

You will also find a detailed description 

of the available data interface commands

in the file “Data Interface Descriptions for

AZ, GD, GE and TE Models”, which you can

download from the Sartorius website

(www.sartorius.com “Download Center”). 

The many and versatile properties of these

balances can be fully utilized for printing

out records of the results when you connect your balance to a Sartorius data printer. The recording capability for printouts

makes it easy for you to work 

in compliance with ISO/GLP.
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Error Codes

Error codes are shown on the main display for 2 seconds. The program then returns 

automatically to the previous mode (e.g., weighing).

Display Cause Solution

No segments appear No AC power is available Check the AC power supply

on the display The AC adapter is not plugged in Plug in the AC adapter

Battery or rechargeable Replace the battery or recharge 

battery pack is discharged the battery pack using an 

external charger

h The load exceeds the Unload the balance 

balance capacity

l and E 54 The weighing pan is not in place Place the weighing pan on the 

balance

Something is touching Move that object that 

the weighing pan is touching the weighing pan

e 02 Calibration parameter Unload the balance

not met, e.g.: Press tto tare the balance

– balance not zeroed Calibrate only when zero 

– balance is loaded is displayed

e 09 When gross value < zero; no tare Tare the balance

e 10 The tkey is blocked when Press cto clear the tare 

there is data in the second tare memory and release the tare key 

memory (net-total). Only 1 tare

function can be used at a time

e 11 Value input is not allowed for Press t

second tare memory

e 22 Weight is too light or there is Increase the weight on 

no sample on the balance the balance

e 30 Interface port for Contact your local 

printer output is blocked Sartorius Service Center

Max. weighing capacity The balance was Place the weighing pan on the

is less than indicated turned on without the balance and press e

under “Specifications” weighing pan in place to turn the balance back on

The weight readout The balance has not been Calibrate/adjust the balance

is obviously wrong calibrated/adjusted

The balance was not Tare the balance 

tared before weighing

If any other errors occur, contact your local Sartorius Service Center!
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Care and Maintenance

Service

Regular servicing by a Sartorius technician will extend

the service life of your balance and ensure its continued weighing accuracy. Sartorius can offer you service

contracts, with your choice of regular maintenance

intervals ranging from 1 month to 2 years. The optimum maintenance interval depends on the operating

conditions at the place of installation and on the 

individual tolerance requirements.

Repairs

Repair work must be performed by trained service 

technicians. Any attempt by untrained persons to perform repairs may lead to hazards for the user.

Cleaning

● Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet (mains

supply). If you have an interface cable connected to

the balance port, unplug it from the port, 

● Clean the balance using a piece of cloth which has

been wet with a mild detergent (soap)

● After cleaning, wipe down the balance with 

a soft, dry cloth.

Removing and Cleaning the Weighing Pan:

● Lift up and remove the weighing pan together with

the pan support by gripping them from under the

shield ring. Make sure that you do not damage the

weighing system in doing so.

!Make sure that no liquid enters the balance housing. !Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents (solvents or

similar agents).

Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces

Clean all stainless steel parts regularly. Remove the

stainless steel weighing pan and thoroughly clean it

separately. Use a damp cloth or sponge to clean any

stainless steel parts on the balance. Only use commercially available household cleaning agent that is suitable for use on stainless steel. Clean stainless steel

surfaces by wiping them down. Then rinse thoroughly,

making sure to remove all residues. Afterwards, allow

the balance to dry. If desired, you can apply oil to the

cleaned surfaces as additional protection.

Solvents are permitted for use only on stainless steel

parts.
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Safety Inspection 

If there is any indication that safe operation of the

balance with the AC adapter is no longer 

warranted:

● Turn off the power and disconnect the equipment

from AC power immediately

> Lock the equipment in a secure place to ensure that 

it cannot be used for the time being

In this case, notify your nearest Sartorius Service

Center or the International Technical Support Unit

based in Goettingen, Germany. 

Maintenance and repair work may only be 

performed by service technicians who are authorized 

by Sartorius.

Instructions for Recycling

To ensure adequate protection for safe shipment,

your balance has been packaged to the extent 

necessary using environmentally friendly materials.

After successful installation of the balance, you

should return this packaging for recycling because 

it is a valuable source of secondary raw material. 

For information on recycling options, including

recycling of old weighing equipment, contact your

municipal waste disposal center or local recycling

depot.
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Overview

Specifications

Model AZ214 AZ124 AZ64

Weighing capacity g 210 120 60

Readability mg 0.1 0.1 0.1

Tare range (subtractive) g 210 120 60

Repeatability <±mg 0.2 0.2 0.2

Linearity <±mg 0.3 0.3 0.3

Operating temperature range +10...+30 °C (50°F to 86°F)

Allowable ambient 

operating temperature +5...+40°C (41°F to 104°F)

Sensitivity drift

within +10...+30 °C (50°F–86°F) >±/K 2 · 10–6 2 ·10–6 2 ·10–6

Response time (average) s 3 3 3

Adaptation to ambient conditions By selection of 1 of 4 optimized filter levels

Display update (depends on the 

filter level selected) s 0.2–0.4 0.2–0.4 0.2–0.4

External calibration weight g 200 (E2) 100 (E2) 50 (E2)

(of at least accuracy class) lb 0.4 0.2 0.1

Net weight, approx. kg 3.2 3.2 3.2

Pan size mm 90 d 90 d 90 d

Weighing chamber height mm 200 200 200

Dimensions (WxDxH) mm 200+270+299

AC power source/ 

power requirements AC adapter 230 V or 115 V, +15% to –20%

Frequency 48–60 Hz

AC power source, 

direct current V 10–20

Power consumption (average) W 1 1 1

Hours of operation with the 

YRB08Z rechargeable battery pack h 20 20 20
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Model AZ313 AZ153 AZ3102 AZ1502 AZ612

Weighing capacity g 310 150 3,100 1,500 610

Readability g 0.001 0.001 0.01 0.01 0.01

Tare range (subtractive) g 310 150 3,100 1,500 610

Repeatability <±g 0.003 0.003 0.015 0.015 0.015

Linearity <±g 0.004 0.004 0.03 0.03 0.03

Operating temperature range +10...+30 °C (50° to 86°F)

Allowable ambient 

operating temperature +5... +40°C (41°F to 104°F)

Sensitivity drift

within +10...+30 °C <±/K 4 ·10–6 4 ·10–6 3 ·10–6 4 ·10–6 5 ·10–6

Response time (average) s 3 3 2.5 2.5 2.5

Adaptation to 

ambient conditions By selection of 1 of 4 optimized filter levels

Display update (depends 

on the filter level selected) s 0.2–0.8

External calibration weight g 200 (E2) 100 (F1) 2000 (E2) 1,000 (F1) 500 (F2)

(of at least accuracy class) lb 0.4 0.2 4 2 1

Net weight, approx. kg 2.2 1.7 2.2 1.7 1.4

Pan size mm 100 d 100 d 174+143 174+143 116 d

Dimensions (B+T+H) mm 200+270+120 200+270+70

AC power source/ 

power requirements AC adapter 230 V or 115 V, +15% to –20%

Frequency 48–60 Hz

AC power source/ 

direct current V 10–20

Power consumption

(average) W 0.75

Hours of operation with

– Mignon, AA alkaline 

manganese battery, 

approx. h – – – – 50

– fully charged rechargeable 

1000 mAh battery, approx. h – – – – 20

Hours of operation with 

the YRB08Z rechargeable 

battery pack h 20 25 20 25 25
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Model AZ212 AZ6101 AZ4101 AZ2101 AZ601

Weighing capacity g 210 6,100 4,100 2,100 610

Readability g 0.01 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

Tare range (subtractive) g 210 6,100 4,100 2,100 610

Repeatability <±g 0.015 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

Linearity <±g 0.03 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3

Operating temperature range +10... +30°C (50° to 86°F)

Allowable ambient 

operating temperature +5... +40°C (41°F to 104°F)

Sensitivity drift

within +10...+30 °C <±/K 1·10–5 0,5 ·10–5 1·10–5 2·10–5 5·10–5

Response time (average) s 2.5 2 2 2 1.5

Adaptation to 

ambient conditions By selection of 1 of 4 optimized filter levels

Display update (depends 

on the filter level selected) s 0.2–0.8

External calibration weight g 100 (M1) 5000 (F2) 2 (F2) 1 (M1) 0.5 (M1)

(of at least accuracy class) lb 0.2 10 4 2 1

Net weight, approx. kg 1.4 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7

Pan size mm 116 d 174+143 174+143 174+143 174+143

Dimensions (B+T+H) mm 200+270+70

AC power source/ 

power requirements AC adapter 230 V or 115 V, +15% to –20%

Frequency 48–60 Hz

AC power source/

direct current V 10–20

Power consumption 

(average) W 0.75

Hours of operation with

– Mignon, AA alkaline 

manganese battery, 

approx. h 50

– fully charged rechargeable 

1000 mAh battery, approx. h 20

Hours of operation with 

the YRB08Z rechargeable 

battery pack h 25
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Accessories (Options)

Product Order No.

Data printer YDP20-0CE

with date/time, statistics evaluation,

transaction counter functions and LCD 

– Paper (5 rolls) 6906937

Remote display

– reflective YRD02Z

– for overhead projectors, transmissive YRD13Z

External rechargeable battery pack YRB08Z

with external battery charger (hours of operation: 

20 or 40, depending on balance model)

SartoConnect data transfer program for interfacing YSC01L

a Sartorius balance to a PC with a Windows 95/98 or NT 

operating system

This software enables you to transfer the data recorded 

by your balance to any PC application program (e.g., Excel).

RS-232C interface cable 

for PC connection, 25-pin 7357312

COM data interface for PC connection, 9-pin 7357314

Universal remote control switch:

Foot switch with T-connector YFS01

Hand switch with T-connector YHS02

T-connector YTC01

for connecting 2 peripheral devices

Carrying case

– for models with a readability >1 mg YDB01TE
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Product Order No.

In-use dust cover

– Only over operating elements for models AZ214, AZ124, AZ64 6960TE01

– for models with a rectangular weighing pan 6960TE03

– for models with a round weighing pan 6960TE02

Attaching the in-use dust cover to models with a glass draft shield:

– Remove adhesive strip from balance housing

– Place dust cover on balance

– Stick adhesive strip on dust cover

Weighing bowls/scoops/gem trays

– 300 ml, weight 86 g, stainless steel 6407

– 1000 ml, weight 240 g, stainless steel 641211

– 300 ml, weight 22 g, aluminum 69641304

– 110 ml, 90 mm d, aluminum 69GP0003

– 270 ml, weight 62 g, 137 mm d, stainless steel YWP03G

– 62 mm d, stainless steel 6910848

– 85 ml, 70 mm d, aluminum YWP06G

– 180 ml, 90 mm d, aluminum YWP05G

– 174 mm d, stainless steel YWP04G

Calibration weights

– for AZ3102 (2000 g; E2) YCW6228-00

– for AZ313, AZ214 (200 g, E2) YCW5228-00

– for AZ124 (100 g, E2) YCW5128-00

– for AZ64 (50 g, E2) YCW4528-00

– for AZ153 (100 g, F1) YCW5138-00

– for AZ1502 (2000 g, F1) YCW6238-00

– for AZ612 (500 g, F2) YCW5548-00

– for AZ212 (100 g, F2) YCW5148-00

– for AZ4101 (2000 g, F2) YCW6248-00

– for AZ2101 (1 kg, F2) YCW6148-00

– for AZ6101 (5 kg, F2) YCW6548-00

or alternative (5 kg; ± 0.25 mg) YSS653-00
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specifications and design of the

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Status: 

November 2010, Sartorius AG, 

Goettingen, Germany

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