User manual
CKE/CDS-BA-e-1325 
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6  Unpacking, Setup and Commissioning 
6.1  Installation Site, Location of Use 
The balances are designed in a way that reliable weighing results are achieved in common conditions of use. 
You will work accurately and fast, if you select the right location for your balance. 
Therefore, observe the following for the installation site: 
-  Place the balance on a firm, level surface; 
-  Avoid extreme heat as well as temperature fluctuation caused by installing next to a radiator or in the 
direct sunlight; 
-  Protect the balance against direct draughts due to open windows and doors; 
-  Avoid jarring during weighing; 
-  Protect the balance against high humidity, vapours and dust; 
-  Do not expose the device to extreme dampness for longer periods of time. Non-permitted 
condensation (condensation of air humidity on the appliance) may occur if a cold appliance is taken to 
a considerably warmer environment. In this case, acclimatize the disconnected appliance  
for ca. 2 hours at room temperature. 
-  Avoid static charging of the material to be weighed, weighing container and windshield. 
If  electro-magnetic  fields or  static  charge  occur,  or  if  the power supply  is  unstable  major  deviations  on  the 
display (incorrect weighing results) are possible. In that case, the location must be changed. 
6.2  Unpacking 
Carefully remove  the balance from  the  packaging, remove  plastic  cover and  setup  balance  at  the intended 
workstation. 
6.2.1  Placing 
The balance must be installed in a way that the weighing plate is exactly in horizontal position. 
6.3  Mains connection 
Power is supplied via the external mains adapter. The stated voltage value must be the same as the local 
voltage. 
Only use original KERN mains adapters. Using other makes requires consent by KERN. 
6.4  Connection of peripheral devices 
Before connecting or disconnecting of additional devices (printer, PC) to the data interface, always disconnect 
the balance from the power supply. 
With your balance, only use accessories and peripheral devices by KERN, as they are ideally tuned to your 
balance. 
6.5  Initial Commissioning 
A warming up time of 2 hours after switching on stabilizes the measuring values.  
The accuracy of the balance depends on the local acceleration of gravity.  
Strictly observe hints in chapter “Adjustment”. 










