Manual Mettler Balanzas BBA432

User manual
METTLER TOLEDO
Compact scales BBA432 / BBK432
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BBA432 / BBK432 Table of contents
Table of contents
Page
1 Introduction .....................................................................................5
1.1 Safety instructions .............................................................................5
1.2 Description ......................................................................................6
1.3 Putting into operation ......................................................................10
1.4 Disposal ........................................................................................12
2 Operation ......................................................................................13
2.1 Switching on and off .......................................................................13
2.2 Zeroing / Zero point correction ..........................................................13
2.3 Simple weighing .............................................................................13
2.4 Weighing with tare ..........................................................................14
2.5 Displaying the capacity available ......................................................15
2.6 Dynamic weighing ..........................................................................15
2.7 Printing results ...............................................................................15
2.8 Displaying info ...............................................................................16
2.9 Switching scales .............................................................................16
2.10 Cleaning ........................................................................................17
3 Counting .......................................................................................18
3.1 Counting parts into a container .........................................................18
3.2 Counting parts out of a container ......................................................18
3.3 Counting with operator guidance ......................................................19
3.4 Counting with variable reference quantity ...........................................20
3.5 Counting with minimum accuracy ....................................................20
3.6 Reference optimization ....................................................................21
3.7 Counting with automatic reference determination ................................21
3.8 Counting with two scales .................................................................22
4 Settings in the menu ......................................................................24

4.1 Operating the menu ........................................................................24
4.2 Overview .......................................................................................26
4.3 Scale settings (SCALE) ....................................................................29
4.4 Application settings (APPLICATION) ..................................................31
4.5 Terminal settings (TERMINAL) ..........................................................33
4.6 Configuring interfaces (COMMUNICATION) .........................................34
4.7 Diagnosis and printing out of the menu settings (DIAGNOS) ................39
5 Interface description ......................................................................40

5.1 SICS interface commands ................................................................40
5.2 TOLEDO Continuous mode ..............................................................42
6 Event and error messages ..............................................................44
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Table of contents BBA432 / BBK432
7 Technical data and accessories ......................................................46

7.1 Technical data ...............................................................................46
7.2 Accessories ...................................................................................51
8 Appendix ......................................................................................52
8.1 Safety checks .................................................................................52
8.2 FCC ..............................................................................................52
9 Index ............................................................................................53
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BBA432 / BBK432 Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Safety instructions
CAUTION!
Do not use BBA432 / BBK432 in hazardous areas!
Our product range includes special devices for hazardous areas.
DANGER!
Electric shock hazard!
▲ Always pull out the mains plug before any work on the device.
DANGER!
Electric shock hazard if the mains cable is damaged!
▲ Check the mains cable for damage regularly and replace it immediately if it is dam-
aged.
▲ On the rear side of the device, maintain a clearance of at least 1.2" (3 cm) in order
to prevent the mains cable bending too much.
CAUTION!
On no account open the device!
The warranty is void if this stipulation is ignored. The device may only be opened by
authorized persons.
▲ Call METTLER TOLEDO Service.
CAUTION!
Handle the compact scale with care.
The scale is a precision instrument.
▲ When the weighing pan has been removed, never clean the area under the load
plate holder with a solid object!
▲ Do not put excessive loads on the scale.
▲ Avoid banging the weighing pan.
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Introduction BBA432 / BBK432
Note Use with foodstuffs

Parts coming into contact with foodstuffs have smooth surfaces and are easy to clean.
The materials used do not splinter and are free of harmful substances.
With foodstuffs, it is recommended to use the protective cover, see section 7.2 Acces-
sories.
➜ Clean the protective cover regularly and carefully.
➜ Replace damaged or very dirty protective cover immediately.
1.2 Description
This user manual applies to the following types of compact scales:
• Compact scale BBA432... with strain gauge weighing cell
• Compact scale BBK432... with MonoBloc
The compact scales are available in a small and large size in various capacities and
resolutions.
The power supply is carried out via a built-in power supply device, an internal
rechargeable battery with an external mains adapter or an external battery.
One of the following options can also be ordered:

• Additional interface RS232 or RS485
• Ethernet interface
• USB interface
• Digital I/O
• Analog second scale interface
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1.2.1 Overview
3
1 Display 2
1
2 Scale specifications
3 Load plate
4 Adjustable feet
5 Keys
Sam
ple
1 Power supply
connection
2 Optional interface
3 (Standard) RS interface
1 2 3
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1.2.2 Display
1 2 3 4 5
Com 123 123

14 6
13
12 kg % Pcs 7
%
OK Auto Opt
8
0 50 50 100100
11 10 9
1 7-segment display, 7 digits, with decimal point
2 Active interface
3 Symbol for displaying gross and net values
4 Active scale
5 Weighing range display
6 Battery charge level; only present on scales with a battery
7 Weight units
8 Selected reference quantity
9 Symbols for optimizing the average piece weight
10 Symbol for dynamic weighing
11 Graphic display of the weighing range
12 Stability monitor (goes out when a stable weight value is reached)
13 Sign
14 Identification for changed or calculated weight values, e.g. higher resolution,
minimum weight not reached
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1.2.3 Keypad
Main functions
Key Function in operating mode Function in the menu

Switching device on / off, abort To the last menu item –End-
Setting scale to zero Scrolling back

0
Taring scale Scrolling forward
T The LED next to the key flashes when the
key must be pressed, if the operator guid-
ance is activated in the menu.
Determining average piece weight and No function
displaying the number of pieces
The LED next to the key flashes when the
key must be pressed, if the operator guid-
ance is activated in the menu.
Transfer key Activating menu item
Long key press: Calling up menu Accepting selected setting
Additional functions
Key Function
Switching the scale
Info key: Calling up additional information, e.g. gross weight, average piece weight,
higher resolution ...
Switching weight unit
Units
Clear key
C
Clear
Selecting reference quantity
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1.3 Putting into operation
1.3.1 Selecting or changing the location

The correct location is crucial to the accuracy of the weighing results!
➜ Select a stable, vibration-free and if possible a horizontal location.

The ground must be able to safely bear the weight of the fully loaded scale.
Observe the following environmental conditions:
• No direct sunlight
• No strong drafts
• No excessive temperature fluctuations
Aligning the scale

Only scales that have been aligned precisely horizontally provide accurate weighing
results.
➜ Turn the adjustable feet of the scale until the spirit level’s air bubble is inside the
inner circle.
Major geographical The manufacturer adjusts each scale to the local gravity conditions (GEO value). In
location changes the event of major geographical location changes, this setting must be adjusted by a
service technician. Certified scales must also be recertified observing the national cer-
tification regulations. These steps are not necessary for scales with an internal cali-
bration weight.
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1.3.2 Connecting the power supply
CAUTION!
Before connecting the scale to the mains, check whether the voltage value printed on
the rating plate corresponds with the local mains voltage.
▲ Never connect the device if the voltage value printed on the rating plate is different
to the local mains voltage.
➜ Plug the mains plug into the socket.
After connection, the device performs a self-test. When the zero display appears,
the device is ready to weigh.
➜ Calibrate the device in order to obtain the greatest possible precision, see
Section 4.3.2.
Scales with a built-in battery can work independently from the mains for approxi-
mately 30 hours in normal operation. A prerequisite for this is that the background
lighting is switched off and that no peripheral devices are connected.
The device automatically switches to battery operation as soon as the mains supply
is interrupted. When the mains supply is restored, the device automatically switches
back to mains operation.
The battery symbol indicates the present charging level of the battery. 1 segment cor-
responds to approx. 25 % capacity. When the symbol flashes the battery must be
charged (min. 4 hours). The charging period is extended if work is continued during
charging. The battery is protected against overcharging.
The charging time of the storage battery amounts to approx. 6 hours. If the device
continues to be operated during the charging process, the charging time is extended.
The storage battery has a service life of approx. 1,000 charging/discharging cycles.
Note The storage battery is also suitable for permanent mains operation.
➜ In order to obtain the full nominal capacity we recommend that you discharge the
storage battery at regular intervals (approx. every 4 weeks) through normal
operation.
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1.4 Disposal
In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96 EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of with domestic
waste. This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements.
➜ Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting
point specified for electrical and electronic equipment.
If you have any questions, please contact the responsible authority or the distributor
from which you purchased this device.
Should this device be passed on to other parties (for private or professional use), the
content of this regulation must also be related.
Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection.
If the device is equipped with a storage battery:

The nickel metal hydride (NiMH) storage battery does not contain any heavy metals.
However, it may not be disposed of with the normal refuse.
➜ Observe the local regulations on the disposal of materials that are hazardous to the
environment.
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BBA432 / BBK432 Operation
2 Operation
2.1 Switching on and off

Switching on ➜ Press .
The scale conducts a display test. When the weight display appears, the scale is
ready to weigh.
Switching off ➜ Press .

Before the display goes out, -OFF- appears briefly.
2.2 Zeroing / Zero point correction

Zeroing corrects the influence of slight changes on the load plate.
Manual 1. Unload scale.

2. Press .
The zero display appears.
Automatic In the case of scales that cannot be certified, the automatic zero point correction can
be deactivated in the menu or the amount can be changed.
As standard, the zero point of the scale is automatically corrected when the scale is
unloaded.
2.3 Simple weighing

1. Place weighing sample on scale.
2. Wait until the stability monitor goes out.
3. Read weighing result.
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Operation BBA432 / BBK432
2.4 Weighing with tare
2.4.1 Taring
➜ Place the empty container on the scale and press T .
The zero display and the symbol NET appear.
The tare weight remains saved until it is cleared.
2.4.2 Clearing the tare

➜ Press C
.
The symbol NET goes out, and the scale goes to gross mode.
If A.CL-tr is activated in the menu, the tare weight is automatically cleared as soon
as the scale is unloaded.
2.4.3 Automatic taring
Prerequisite
A-tArE is activated in the menu under SCALE –> tArE, the symbol T flashes in
the display.
The packaging material must be heavier than 9 display steps of the scale.
➜ Place the container or packaging material on the scale.
The packaging weight is automatically saved as the tare weight, the zero display
and the symbol NET appear.
2.4.4 Chain tare
Prerequisite
The tare function CHAIn.tr is activated in the menu.
With this function it is possible to tare several times if, for example, cardboard is
placed between individual layers in a container.
1. Place the first container or packaging material on the scale and press T .
The packaging weight is automatically saved as the tare weight, the zero display
and the symbol NET appear.
2. Weigh the weighing sample and read/print out the result.
3. Place the second container or packaging material on the scale and press T
again.
The total weight on the scale is saved as the new tare weight. The zero display
appears.
4. Weigh the weighing sample in the second container and read/print the result.
5. Repeat the last two steps for other containers.
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2.5 Displaying the capacity available

The scale has a graphic display of the scale capacity available. The bar indicates how
many per cent of the scale capacity is already occupied and what capacity is still
available. In the example, approx. 65 % of the scale capacity is occupied.
2.6 Dynamic weighing

With the dynamic weighing function, it is possible to weigh restless weighing samples
such as live animals. If this function is activated, the symbol appears in the dis-
play.
With dynamic weighing, the scale calculates the mean value from 56 weighing oper-
ations within 4 seconds.
With manual start Prerequisite

AVErAGE -> MAnuAL is selected in the menu.
The weighing sample must be heavier than 5 scale divisions.
1. Place the weighing sample on the scale and wait until it has stabilized.
2. Press to start dynamic weighing.
During dynamic weighing, horizontal segments appear in the display, and the
dynamic result is then displayed with the symbol *.
3. Unload the scale to be able to start a new dynamic weighing operation.
With automatic start Prerequisite

AVErAGE -> AUtO is selected in the menu.
The weighing sample must be heavier than 5 scale divisions.
1. Place the weighing sample on the scale.
The scale starts the dynamic weighing automatically.
During dynamic weighing, horizontal segments appear in the display, and the
dynamic result is then displayed with the symbol *.
2. Unload the scale to be able to perform a new dynamic weighing operation.
2.7 Printing results

If a printer or computer is connected to the scale, the weighing results can be printed
out or sent to a computer.
➜ Press .
The display contents are printed out and transferred to the computer.
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Operation BBA432 / BBK432
2.8 Displaying info

Up to 7 different values to be displayed can be configured in the menu for the key .
Depending on the configuration in the menu, see Section 4.4.2, the following values
can be stored in any order (for example):
• Net quantity
• Gross weight
• Average piece weight
• Average piece weight, higher resolution
• Counting accuracy
1. Press .
The first value is displayed.
2. Press again.
The next value is displayed.
3. Repeat as often as necessary until the weight display appears again.
Note If is not pressed again within 5 seconds, the scale automatically changes to the
weight display, even if all information has not yet been queried.
2.9 Switching scales

If a second scale or a weighing platform is connected, e. g. via the optional analog
second scale interface, the currently active scale is shown in the display.
The second scale can be operated in exactly the same way as the first scale.
➜ Press .
The display changes from one scale to the other.
Changing the operating The second scale can be operated as bulk scale (bulk), reference scale (ref) or
mode of the second auxiliary scale (auxiliary), see Section 4.6. In the factory setting the second scale
scale operates as bulk scale.
➜ To change the operating mode, keep the key pressed until the new operating
mode appears briefly in the display.
The second scale will now operate in the other operating mode. The setting in the
menu has been changed automatically.
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2.10 Cleaning
CAUTION!
Electric shock hazard!
▲ Before cleaning with a damp cloth, pull out the mains plug to disconnect the unit
from the power supply.
CAUTION!
When the weighing pan has been removed, never clean the area under the load plate
holder with a solid object!
This could damage the weighing cell.
Other cleaning information:

• Use damp cloths.
• Do not use any acids, alkalis or strong solvents.
• Do not clean using a high-pressure cleaning unit or under running water.
• If very dirty, remove the weighing pan, protective cover (if present) and adjustable
feet and clean these items separately.
• Follow all the relevant instructions regarding cleaning intervals and permissible
cleaning agents.
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Counting BBA432 / BBK432
3 Counting
The compact scales BBA432 / BBK432 have additional functions for piece counting.
The relevant settings in the menu are described in Section 4.4.1.
3.1 Counting parts into a container

1. Place the empty container on the scale and press T .
The container is tared and the zero display appears.
2. Put the number of pieces displayed above the key on the scale and press
.
The scale determines the average piece weight and then shows the number of
pieces preset.
3. Add more parts to the container until the required number of pieces is reached.
C
4. When the piece counting is completed, press the key to clear the result.
The scale is ready for the next weighing or counting.
Note • The average piece weight remains saved in the factory setting until a new average
piece weight is determined.
• With it is possible to switch between the number of pieces and the weighing
units preset.
• Depending on the assignment, it is possible to display the average piece weight,
i. e. the weight of an individual reference unit, with .
• If A.CL-APW ON is set in the menu, the average piece weight is automatically
cleared after each counting operation. The average piece weight must be deter-
mined again for the next counting operation.
• If ACCurCY ON is set in the menu, the accuracy achieved is briefly shown after
the number of pieces is determined.
3.2 Counting parts out of a container

1. Place the full container on the scale and press T .
2. Remove the number of pieces displayed above the key and press .
The scale determines the average piece weight and then shows the number of
pieces removed, together with a minus sign.
3. Remove more parts from the container until the required number of pieces is
reached.
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BBA432 / BBK432 Counting
3.3 Counting with operator guidance

The compact scales BBA432 / BBK432 have 2 LEDs on the right next to the keys T
and . A flashing LED requests the relevant action and, if applicable, confirmation
with the key. A corresponding setting in the menu enables the work sequence for
counting to be defined.
3.3.1 First taring, then counting
Prerequisite
PrOMPt -> tAr-SPL is set in the menu. The LED next to the key T flashes
when the load is taken off the scale.
1. Place the empty container on the scale and press T .
The container is tared, the zero display appears and and the LED next to the key
flashes.
2. Place the number of pieces displayed via the key into the container.
The scale automatically determines the average piece weight and the weight dis-
play changes to PCS.
3. Fill the container with the material being counted.
3.3.2 First specifying a reference, then taring

This mode is particularly suitable when counting out of a full container.
Prerequisite
PrOMPt -> SPL-tAr is set in the menu. The LED next to the key flashes
when the scale is relieved.
1. Place the number of pieces displayed via the key on the scale.
The scale automatically determines the average piece weight, the weight display
changes to PCS and the LED next to the key T flashes.
2. Take the reference parts off the scale and place a (full) container on the scale.
3. Press T .
4. Count the material out of the container.
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3.3.3 Hands free

In this mode, no keys need to be pressed on the scale, which leaves the hands free
for handling the material being counted.
Prerequisite
PrOMPt -> hAndSFr is set in the menu. The LED next to the key T flashes
when the scale is relieved.
1. Place an empty container on the scale.
The container is automatically tared, the zero display appears and the LED next to
the key flashes.
2. Place the number of pieces displayed above the key into the container.
The scale automatically determines the average piece weight and the weight dis-
play changes to PCS.
3. Fill the container with the material being counted.
3.4 Counting with variable reference quantity

If VAr-SPL ON is set in the menu, it is possible to select from 5 preset reference
quantities via .
➜ Press as often as necessary until the display above the key has changed to
the desired reference quantity.
The rest of the counting process is as described earlier.
3.5 Counting with minimum accuracy

The item Min.rEFW in the menu allows to preset a minimum accuracy of 97.5 %,
99.0 % or 99.5 %. On the basis of this, the scale calculates the minimum reference
weight necessary to reach the defined accuracy.
4. Place the reference parts on the scale and press .
5. If the average piece weight is not sufficient to ensure the desired accuracy,
Add x PCS appears.
6. Add the displayed number of pieces.
The scale then automatically determines the average piece weight with the larger
reference quantity.
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3.6 Reference optimization
3.6.1 Automatic reference optimization

rEF.OPt -> AUtO must be set in the menu for this. The symbol Auto Opt appears
in the display.
8. Place additional reference parts, max. the same number as for the first reference
determination, on the scale.
The scale automatically optimizes the average piece weight with the larger number
of reference parts.
Note Reference optimization can be carried out several times. If the parts differ too strongly,
no automatic reference optimization is carried out.
3.6.2 Manual reference optimization

rEF.OPt -> MAnuAL must be set in the menu for this.
2. Place additional reference parts, max. the same number as for the first reference
determination, on the scale and press .
The scale optimizes the average piece weight with the larger number of reference
parts.
Note The reference optimization can be performed several times.
3.7 Counting with automatic reference determination

Prerequisite
A-SMPL ON is set in the menu.
➜ Place the number of pieces displayed above the key into the container.
The scale automatically determines the average piece weight and then shows the
quantity.
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3.8 Counting with two scales

For piece counting, it is possible to connect a second scale or weighing platform, e.g.
a floor scale for counting a large number of pieces via the optional analog second
scale interface.
The necessary settings for the application and interface parameters are described in
the Sections 4.4.1, 4.6.1 and 4.6.5.
3.8.1 Counting with a reference scale
Prerequisite
The connected second scale is configured as reference scale.
1. Place the reference parts on the reference scale and press .
The scale determines the average piece weight and changes to the display in
pieces (PCS).
2. Place the parts to be counted on the first scale.
The total quantity is displayed.
Note • If tOtAL-Ct -> bULK is set in the menu, only the number of pieces on the bulk
scale is displayed.
• If tOtAL-Ct -> bOtH is set in the menu, the reference quantity is added to the
bulk quantity.
3.8.2 Counting with a bulk scale
Prerequisite
The connected second scale is configured as bulk scale.
1. Place the reference parts on the first scale and press .
pieces (PCS).
2. Place the parts to be counted on the bulk scale.
The total quantity is displayed.
Note • If tOtAL-Ct -> bULK is set in the menu, only the number of pieces on the bulk
scale is displayed on the bulk scale.
• If tOtAL-Ct -> bOtH is set in the menu, the reference quantity is added to the
bulk quantity.
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3.8.3 Counting with an auxiliary scale
Note This configuration allows counting of diverse parts, for example very small parts on
one scale and large parts on the other scale.
Prerequisite
The connected second scale is configured as an auxiliary scale. The scale doesn’t
change automatically but only after pressing the key.
1. Activate the appropriate scale.
2. Place the reference parts on this scale and press .
pieces (PCS).
3. Place the parts to be counted on the same scale.
The number of pieces is displayed.
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Settings in the menu BBA432 / BBK432
4 Settings in the menu
Settings can be changed and functions can be activated in the menu. This enables
adaptation to individual weighing requirements.
The menu consists of 6 main blocks containing various submenus on several levels.
4.1 Operating the menu
4.1.1 Calling up the menu and entering the password

The menu differentiates between 2 operating levels: Operator and Supervisor. The
Supervisor level can be protected by a password. When the device is delivered, both
levels are accessible without a password.
Operator menu 1. Press and keep it pressed until COdE appears.

2. Press again.
The menu item tErMINL appears. Only the submenu dEVICE is accessible.
Supervisor menu 1. Press and keep it pressed until COdE appears.

2. Enter the password and confirm with .
The first menu item SCALE appears.
Note No supervisor password has been defined when the device is first delivered. Therefore
respond to the password inquiry with when you call up the menu for the first time.
If a password has still not been entered after a few seconds, the scale returns to weigh-
ing mode.
Emergency password for Supervisor access to the menu

If a password has been issued for Supervisor access to the menu and you have for-
gotten it, you can still enter the menu:
➜ Press 3 times and confirm with .
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BBA432 / BBK432 Settings in the menu
4.1.2 Selecting and setting parameters
COdE
SCALE APPLIC tErMINL COMMUNI dIAGNOS End

T T T T T
T T T
CAL dISPLAY tArE ... dEVICE ACCESS rESEt COM 1 COM 2 ...
T T
SLEEP PWr.OFF b.LIGHt MOdE PriNtEr PArAMEt rSt.COMX
Scrolling on one level ➜ Scroll forward: Press T .

➜ Scroll back: Press .
Activating menu items/ ➜ Press .

accepting selection
Exiting menu 1. Press .

The last menu item END appears.
2. Press .
The inquiry SAVE appears.
3. Confirm inquiry with to save the settings and return to weighing mode.
-or-
➜ Press T to discard changes and return to weighing mode.
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4.2 Overview
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Page

SCALE SCALE1/SCALE2 29
CAL 29
dISPLAY UNIt1 g, kg, oz, lb, t 29
UNIt2 g,kg, oz, lb, t
rESOLU
UNt.rOLL ON, OFF
tArE A-tArE ON, OFF 30
ChAIn.tr ON, OFF
A.CL-tr ON, OFF, 9d
ZErO AZM OFF; 0.5 d; 1 d; 2 d; 5 d; 10 d 30
rEStArt ON/OFF 30
FILtEr VibrAt LOW, MEd, HIGH, 30
PrOCESS UNIVEr, dOSING
StAbILI FASt, StAndrd, PrECISE
FACt tEMP OFF, 1K, 2K, 3K, 5K 31
Min.WEiG ON/OFF ON, OFF 31
rESEt SUrE? 31
APPLIC COUNt Prompt OFF, TAr-SPL, SPL-tAr, handSFr 31
VAr-SPL ON, OFF
SPL-qtY Sq1 ... Sq5
Min.reFW OFF, 97.5%, 99.0%, 99.5%
rEF.OPt OFF, AUtO, MAnuAL
A-SMPL ON, OFF
A.CL-APW ON, OFF
ACCurCY ON, OFF
tOtAL.Ct bULK, bOth
inFO.KEY INFO 1 ... NOt.USEd, PCS NEt, GrOSS, tArE, 32
INFO 7 APW, HIGHRES, ACCurCY
AVErAGE OFF, AUtO, MAnuAL 33
rESEt SUrE? 33
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tERMINL dEVICE SLEEP OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min, 33
30 min
PWr OFF OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min,
30 min
b.LIGHt ON, OFF, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec,
1 min
ACCESS SUPErVI 34
rESEt SUrE? 34
COMMUNI COM 1/COM 2 MOdE Print 34
A.Print
CONtINU
dIALOG
CONt.OLd
dIAL.OLd
dt-b GrOSS ON, OFF
tArE ON, OFF
nEt ON, OFF
dt-G GrOSS ON, OFF
tArE ON, OFF
nEt ON, OFF
COnt-Wt
COnt-Ct
2nd.dISP
rEF
bULK
AuXILIA
InSt.Prn
PriNtEr Type ASCII, LAbEL 35
tEmPLat StdArd, tEMPLt1,
tEMPLt2
ASCi.Fmt LINE.FMt MULtI
SINGLE
FIXEd
LENGtH 1 ... 100
SEPArAt , ;...
Add LF 0 ... 9
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PArAMEt bAUd 300 ... 38400 35
PAritY 7 nonE, 8 nonE, 7 odd,
8 odd, 7 EVEN, 8 EVEN
H.SHAKE NO, XONXOFF, nEt 422,
nEt 485
NEt.Addr 0 ... 31
ChECSuM ON, OFF
Vcc ON, OFF
rSt.COMx SUrE? 36
COMMUNI OPtION EtH.NEt IP.AddrS, SUbNEt, GAtEWAY 36
USb USb tESt 36
diGitAL IN 0 ... 3 OFF, ZErO, tArE, 36
Print, rEF 10, rEF n,
SCALE, Unit, ...
OUT 0 ... 3 OFF, StAbLE, bEL.Min,
AbV.Min, UndErLd,
OVErLd, StAr, ...
SEt.Pt 1
SEt.Pt 2
ANALOG Mode rEF, bULK, AuXILIA, 36
bYPASS
dEF.PrN tEMPLt1/ LINE 1 ... NOt.USEd, HEAdEr, 38
tEMPLt2 LINE 12 SCALE.NO, GrOSS, tArE,
nEt, APW, rEF Ct, PCS,
StArLN, CrLF, F FEEd
dIAGNOS tESt SC intErN/ExtErN 39
KboArd
dISPLAY
SNr
SNr2
LiSt
LiSt2
rESEt.AL SUrE?
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4.3 Scale settings (SCALE)
4.3.1 SCALE1/SCALE2 – Selecting scale

This menu item only appears if an analog second scale or a weighing platform is con-
nected.
4.3.2 CAL – calibration (adjustment)

This menu item is not available for certified scales without internal calibration weight.
Internal For scales with an internal calibration weight:

1. Unload scale.
2. Activate menu item CAL with . The scale calibrates with the internal calibra-
tion weight. -Int CAL- appears in the display. After calibration is completed,
-donE- appears briefly in the display, and the scale automatically changes to
the next point of the scale menu.
External For scales without an internal calibration weight:
1. Unload scale.
2. Activate menu item CAL with . The scale determines the zero point.
–0- appears in the display. The calibration weight to be placed on the scale then
flashes in the display.
3. If necessary, change the weight value displayed with T .
4. Place the calibration weight on the scale and confirm with .
The scale calibrates with the calibration weight loaded. After calibration is com-
pleted, -donE- appears briefly in the display, and the scale automatically changes
to the next point of the scale menu.
4.3.3 DISPLAY – weighing unit and display accuracy
UNIt1 Select weighing unit 1: g, kg, oz, lb, t

UNIt2 Select weighing unit 2: g, kg, oz, lb, t
rESOLU Select readability (resolution), model-dependent
UNt.rOLL When UNT.rOLL is switched on, the weight value can be displayed in all available
units with .
Notes • In the case of certified scales individual sub-items of the dISPLAY menu item
may not be available or only to a limited extent, depending on the respective
country.
• On dual-range/dual interval scales, resolutions marked with |<–>| 1/2 are
divided up into 2 weighing ranges/intervals, e.g. 2 x 3000 d.
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4.3.4 TARE – tare function
A-tArE Switching on/off automatic taring

CHAIn.tr Switching on/off chain tare
A.CL-tr Switching on/off automatic clearing of the tare weight when the load is removed from
scale
Possible settings: OFF, ON, 9d
4.3.5 ZERO – automatic zero update
AZM On certified scales, this menu item does not appear.

Switching on/off automatic zero update and selecting zeroing range.
Possible settings: OFF; 0.5 d; 1 d; 2 d; 5 d; 10 d
4.3.6 RESTART – automatic saving of zero point and tare value
ON/OFF When the Restart function is activated, the last zero point and tare value are saved.
After switching off / on or after a power interruption, the device continues to work with
the saved zero point and tare value.
4.3.7 FILTER – adaptation to the ambient conditions and the weighing type
VIbrAt Adaptation to the ambient conditions

LOW • Very steady and stable environment. The scale works very quickly, but is very
sensitive to external influences.
MEd • Normal environment. The scale operates at medium speed.
HIGH • Restless environment. The scale works more slowly, but is insensitive to external
influences.
PrOCESS Adaptation to the weighing process
UNIVEr • Universal setting for all weighing samples and normal weighing goods
dOSING • Dispensing liquid or powdery weighing samples
StAbILI Adjusting the stability detection
FASt • The scale operates very fast.
StAndrd • The scale operates at medium speed.
PrECISE • The scale operates with the greatest possible reproducibility.
The slower the scale works, the greater the reproducibility of the weighing results.
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4.3.8 FACT – automatic temperature-dependent adjustment

This menu item appears only on scales with an internal calibration weight.
tEMP Defining the temperature difference for automatic calibration

OFF • Switching off automatic calibration in the case of a temperature difference
1K/2K/3K/5K • Automatic calibration in the case of a temperature change of 1 K, 2 K, 3 K or 5 K
since the last adjustment
4.3.9 MIN.WEIG – minimum weight

This menu item appears only if the service technician has saved a minimum weight.
ON/OFF Switching minimum weight function on/off

If the weight on the scale falls below the stored minimum weight, an * appears on
the display in front of the weight indicator.
4.3.10 RESET – resetting scale settings to factory settings
SUrE? Confirmation inquiry

• Reset the scale settings to factory settings with
• Do not reset scale settings with T
4.4 Application settings (APPLICATION)
4.4.1 COUNT – settings for counting
PrOMPt Operator guidance

OFF • No operator guidance
tAr-SPL • The scale first requests the tare weight, then the reference parts. The tare weight
must be confimed with the corresponding key.
SPL-tAr • The scale first requests the reference parts, then the tare weight. The reference
parts must be confirmed with the corresponding key.
hAndSFr • The scale first requests the tare weight, then the reference parts. The tare weight
and reference parts do not have to be confirmed, the hands are free for handling
the material to be counted.
VAr-SPL Adaptation of the reference quantity
ON • The reference quantity can be changed in operating mode
OFF • Counting only with defined reference quantities
SPL-qtY Reference quantity
Sq1 ... Sq5 • Define 5 fixed reference quantities
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Min.reFW Monitoring the minimum reference weight

OFF • No monitoring of the minimum reference weight
97.5, 99.0, • Monitoring the minimum reference weight so that a counting accuracy of
99.5 97.5 %, 99.0 % or 99.5 % is achieved
rEF.OPt Optimizing the average piece weight
OFF • No reference optimization
AUtO • Automatic reference optimization
MAnuAL • Manual reference optimization
A-SMPL Automatic determination of the average piece weight
ON • After taring, the average piece weight is determined with the next weight placed
on the scale and the displayed reference quantity
OFF • No automatic determination of the average piece weight
A.CL-APW Automatic clearing of the average piece weight
ON • When the load is taken off the scale after a counting operation, the average piece
weight is automatically cleared. The next counting operation begins with deter-
mining the average piece weight again.
OFF • The average piece weight must be cleared manually by pressing C
ACCurCY Displaying the counting accuracy

ON • After the average piece weight is determined, the counting accuracy that can be
achieved is shown briefly in the display.
OFF • No counting accuracy display
tOtAl.Ct Counting on two scales
bULK • Display number of pieces for the parts on the bulk scale only
bOth • Display number of pieces for all parts on the bulk and the reference scale
4.4.2 INFO-KEY – assignment of the Info key
INFO1
NOt.USEd • Info space not occupied
PCS NEt • Displays net weight in counting
GrOSS • Displays gross weight
tArE • Displays tare weight
APW • Displays average piece weight
HIGHrES • Shows display with a higher resolution for a short time
ACCUrCY • Displays counting accuracy
INFO2 ... INFO7 As per INFO1
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4.4.3 AVERAGE – determining the average weight for an unstable load
OFF Calculating average weight switched off

AUtO Calculating average weight with automatic start of the weighing cycle
MAnuAL Calculating average weight with manual start of the weighing cycle via
4.4.4 RESET – resetting application settings to factory settings

• Reset the application settings to factory settings with
• Do not reset the application settings with T
4.5 Terminal settings (TERMINAL)
4.5.1 DEVICE – Sleep mode, energy-saving mode and display backlighting
SLEEP This menu item only appears on devices in mains operation.

When SLEEP is activated, the scale switches off display and backlighting after the
time period set when not in use. The display and backlighting are switched on again
at the press of a key or if the weight changes.
Possible settings: OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min, 30 min
PWr OFF This menu item only appears on devices in battery operation.
OFF / 1 min / ... When PWr OFF is activated, the device switches itself off automatically after
approx. 3 minutes when not in use. Afterwards it has to be switched on using .
Possible settings: OFF (switched off), 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min, 30 min
b.LIGHt Switching the display backlighting on/off.
Scales with a storage battery switch the background lighting off automatically by
default when no action takes place at the scale for approx. 5 seconds.
Possible settings:
OFF (switched off), 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, ON (switched on)
Note This menu item is accessible without a Supervisor password.
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4.5.2 ACCESS – password for Supervisor menu access
SUPErVI Password entry for Supervisor menu access

ENtER.C Request to enter password
➜ Enter the password and confirm with
rEtYPE.C Request to repeat the password entry
➜ Enter the password again and confirm with
Notes • The password can consist of up to 4 characters.
• The key must not be part of the password. It is required for confirming the
password.
• The key may only be used in combination with another key.
• If you enter an impermissible code or make a typing error in the repetition,
COdE.Err. appears in the display.
4.5.3 RESET – resetting terminal settings to the factory settings

• Reset terminal settings to the factory settings with
• Do not reset the terminal settings with T
4.6 Configuring interfaces (COMMUNICATION)
4.6.1 COM1/COM2 -> MODE – operating mode of the serial interface
Print Manual data output to the printer with

A.Print Automatic output of stable results to the printer (e.g. for series weighing operations)
CONtINU Ongoing output of all weight values via the interface
dIALOG Bi-directional communication via MT-SICS commands, control of the scale via PC
CONt.OLd As per CONtINU, see above, but with 2 fixed blanks in front of the unit (compatible
with Spider 1/2/3)
dIAL.OLd As per dIALOG, see above, but with 2 fixed blanks in front of the unit (compatible
with Spider 1/2/3)
dt-b DigiTOL-compatible format.
GROSS • Transfer of the gross weight, identified with "B"
tArE • Transfer of the tare weight
nEt • Transfer of the net weight
dt-G As per dt-b, see above, gross weight identified with "G"
COnt-Wt TOLEDO Continuous mode
COnt-Ct TOLEDO Continuous mode, transfer of the number of pieces
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2nd.dISP For connecting a second display (automatically activates the 5-V voltage supply at
Pin 9)
rEF Data transfer from the reference scale (automatic switchover)
bULK Data transfer from the quantity scale (automatic switchover)
AuXILIA Data transfer from the reference or quantity scale (manual switchover)
InSt.Prn Immediate manual data output to the printer with (not certifiable)
4.6.2 COM1/COM2 -> PRINTER – settings for protocol printout

This menu item only appears if the mode "Print" or "A.Print" is selected.
tYPE Select the printer type

ASCII • ASCII printer, e.g. Sprinter 1
LabEL • Label printer, capable of printing graphics
tEmPLat Selecting protocol printout
StdArd • Standard printout
tEmPLt1 • Printout in accordance with Template 1
tEmPLt2 • Printout in accordance with Template 2
ASCi.Fmt Selecting formats for the protocol printout
LINE.Fmt • Line format: MULtI (multi-line), SINGLE (single-line) or FIXEd
LENGtH • Line length: 0 ... 100 characters, appears only with line format MULtI or
FIXEd
SEPArAt • Separator: , ; . / \ _ and space; appears only with line format SINGLE
Add LF • Line feed: 0 ... 9
4.6.3 COM1/COM2 -> PARAMET – communication parameter
bAUd Selecting baud rate: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 baud
PAritY Selecting parity: 7 none, 8 none, 7 odd, 8 odd, 7 even, 8 even
H.SHAKE Select handshake: NO, XONXOFF, NET 422 (network operation via the optional
RS422/RS485 interface via 4-wire bus, only for COM1), NET 485 (network opera-
tion via the optional RS422/RS485 interface via 2-wire bus, only for COM1)
NET.Addr Assigning network address: 0 ... 31, only for NET 485
ChECSuM Activating checksum byte (appears only in TOLEDO Continuous mode)
Vcc Switching 5V voltage, e.g. for a bar code reader, on / off
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4.6.4 COM1/COM2 -> RESET COM1/RESET COM2 – resetting serial interface to factory
settings

• Reset interface settings to factory settings with
• Do not reset the interface settings with T
4.6.5 OPTION – configuring options

If no option is installed or is not yet configured, N.A. appears in the display.
EtH.NEt Configuration of the Ethernet interface

IP.AddrS • Enter IP address
SUBNEt • Enter Subnet address
GAtEWAY • Enter Gateway address
USb Configuration of the USB interface
USb TEST • Test of the USB interface. After the test has been passed, rEAdY appears in the
display.
diGitAL Configuration of the digital inputs/outputs
IN 0 ... 3 Configuring inputs 0 ... 3
OFF • Input not assigned
ZErO • Key
tArE • Key T
PriNt • Key
CLEAr • Key C
rEF 10 • Key
rEF n • Key
SCALE • Key
inFO • Key
UNIt • Key
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OUT 0 ... 3 Configuring outputs 0 ... 3

OFF • Output not assigned
StAbLE • Stable weight value
bEL.MIN • Minimum weight not reached
AbV.MIN • Minimum weight reached or exceeded
UNdErLd • Insufficient load
OVErLd • Overload
StAr • Changed/calculated value
bEL.SP1 • Setpoint 1 not reached
AbV.SP1 • Setpoint 1 reached or exceeded
bEL.SP2 • Setpoint 2 not reached
AbV.SP2 • Setpoint 2 reached or exceeded
SEt.Pt1 Enter value for setpoint 1
SEt.Pt2 Enter value for setpoint 2
ANALOG Configuration of the analog second scale interface
Mode Operating mode of the second scale
rEF • Second scale can only be used to determine the average piece weight
bULK • Second scale can only be used as bulk scale
AuXILIA • No difference between reference and bulk scale, all functions available on the
scale selected
BYPASS • Second scale interface not assigned
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4.6.6 DEF.PRN – configuring templates
tEMPLt1/tEMPLt2 Selecting Template 1 or Template 2

LINE 1 ... 12 Select line
NOt.USEd • Line not used
HEAdEr • Line as header. The contents of the header must be defined via an interface com-
mand, see Section 5.1.
SCALE.NO • Scale number
GROSS • Gross weight
tArE • Tare weight
nEt • Net weight
APW • Average piece weight
rEF Ct • Reference quantity
PCS • Pieces
StARLN • Line with ***
CrLF • Line feed (blank line)
F FEEd • Page feed
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4.7 Diagnosis and printing out of the menu settings (DIAGNOS)
tESt SC
Internal Testing scale with internal calibration weight
• -Int CAL- appears in the display during the test.
• After completion of the test, ideally *d=0.0g briefly appears in the display, after
which the scale changes to the next menu item KboArd.
External Testing scale with external calibration weight
1. The scale checks the zero point. -0- appears in the display. The test weight
flashes in the display.
2. If necessary, change the weight value displayed with T .
3. Put the calibration weight on the scale and confirm with .
4. The scale checks the calibration weight put on them.
5. After the test is completed, the deviation from the last calibration briefly appears
in the display, ideally *d=0.0g, after which the scale changes to the next menu
item KboArd.
KboArd Keyboard test
PUSH 1 ... 10 • First press the large keys on the bottom row in order:
T
• Then press the smaller keys in the top row:
C
If the key works, the scale changes to the next key.

Note
You cannot abort the keyboard test!
If you have selected the menu item KboArd, you must press all keys.
dISPLAY Display test: The scale displays all functioning segments
SNr Display of the serial number
SNr2 Display of the serial number of scale 2. This menu item only appears if an analog
second scale is connected.
LiSt Printout of a list of all menu settings
LiSt2 Printout of a list of all menu settings of scale 2. This menu item only appears if an
analog second scale is connected.
rESEt.AL Resetting all menu settings to the factory settings
• Reset all menu settings to the factory settings with
• Do not reset the menu settings with T
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Interface description BBA432 / BBK432
5 Interface description
5.1 SICS interface commands

The compact scales BBA432 / BBK432 support the command set MT-SICS (METTLER
TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set). With SICS commands, it is possible to
configure, query and operate the scales from a PC. SICS commands are divided up
into various levels.
5.1.1 Available SICS commands
Command Meaning
LEVEL 0 @ Reset the scale
I0 Inquiry of all available SICS commands
I1 Inquiry of SICS level and SICS versions
I2 Inquiry of scale data
I3 Inquiry of scale software version
I4 Inquiry of serial number
I6 Inquiry of weighing parameters
S Send stable weight value
SI Send weight value immediately
SIR Send weight value repeatedly
Z Zero the scale
ZI Zero immediately
LEVEL 1 D Write text into display
DW Weight display
K Keyboard check
SR Send and repeat stable weight value
T Tare
TA Tare value
TAC Clear tare
TI Tare immediately
In the case of Levels 0 and 1, these are commands which, if implemented, will
function identically with all METTLER TOLEDO scales or weighing terminals.
In addition there are also further interface commands which apply either to the entire
product series or to the particular application level. This and further information on the
MT-SICS command set may be found in the MT-SICS Manual (Order Number 22 011
459 or at www.mt.com) or be obtained by request from your METTLER TOLEDO
customer service representative.
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BBA432 / BBK432 Interface description
5.1.2 Requirements for communication between scale and PC

• The scale must be connected to the RS232, RS485, USB or Ethernet interface of a
PC with a suitable cable.
• The interface of the scale must be set to "Dialog" mode, see Section 4.6.1.
• A terminal progam must be available on the PC, e.g. HyperTerminal.
• The communication parameters baud rate and parity must be set in the terminal
program and on the scale to the same values, see Section 4.6.3.
5.1.3 Notes on network operation via the optional interface RS422/485

Up to 32 scales can be networked with the optional RS422/485 interface. In network
operation, the scales must be addressed from the computer before commands can be
sent and weighing results received.
Address Hex ASCII

0 0x30 0
1 0x31 1
2 0x32 2
... ... ...
9 0x39 9
10 0x3A :
11 0x3B ;
... ... ...
31 0x4F O
Description of the steps Host Direction Scale

1. Host addresses the scale, e.g. with the address <ESC> : –––>
3A hex.
2. Host sends a SICS command, e.g. SI SI <CRLF> –––>
3. The scale confirms receipt of the command and <––– <ESC>:
sends the address back
4. The scale responds to the command and returns <––– S_S____45.02_kg
control of the bus to the host <CRLF>
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Interface description BBA432 / BBK432
5.2 TOLEDO Continuous mode
5.2.1 TOLEDO Continuous commands

In TOLEDO Continuous mode the scale supports the following input commands:
Command Meaning
P Printing out the current result
T Taring of the scale
Z Zero setting of the display
C Deleting of the current value
S Determining the reference
5.2.2 Output format in TOLEDO Continuous mode

Weight values are always transferred in TOLEDO Continuous mode in the following
format:
Status Field 1 Field 2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
STX SWA SWB SWC MSD – – – – LSD MSD – – – – LSD CR CHK
Field 1 Cont-Wt: 6 digits for the weight value that is transferred without comma and unit
Field 2 Cont-Wt: 6 digits for the tare weight that is transferred without comma and unit
STX ASCII character 02 hex, character for "start of text"
SWA, SWB, SWC Status words A, B, C, see below
MSD Most significant digit
LSD Least significant digit
CR Carriage Return, ASCII character 0D hex
CHK Checksum (2-complement of the binary sum of the 7 lower bits of all the characters sent
beforehand incl. STX and CR)
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Status word A
Status bit
Function Selection 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Decimal X00 0 1 0 0 0
position X0 0 0 1
X 0 1 0
0.X 0 1 1
0.0X 1 0 0
0.00X 1 0 1
0.000X 1 1 0
0.0000X 1 1 1
Numerical X1 0 1
increment X2 1 0
X5 1 1
Status word B Status word C

Function/Value
Function/Value Bit kg/lb g t oz Bit
Gross/Net: Net = 1 0 0 1 0 1 0
Sign: Negative = 1 1 0 0 1 1 1
Overload/Underload = 1 2 0 0 0 0 2
Movement = 1 3 Print request = 1 3
lb/kg: kg = 1 4 Extended = 1 4
1 5 1 5
Power up = 1 6 Tare manually, only kg = 1 6
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Event and error messages BBA432 / BBK432
6 Event and error messages
Error Cause Remedy

Display Dark • Back lighting set too dark ➜ Set back lighting (b.LIGHt)
brighter
• No mains voltage ➜ Check mains
• Unit switched off ➜ Switch on unit
• Mains cable not plugged in ➜ Plug in mains plug
• Brief fault ➜ Switch device off and back on
again
Insufficient load • Load plate not on the scale ➜ Place load plate on the scale
• Weighing range not reached ➜ Set to zero
Overload • Weighing range exceeded ➜ Unload scale
➜ Reduce preload
• Result not yet stable ➜ If necessary adjust vibration
adapter or weigh dynamically
• Function not permissible ➜ Unload scale and set to zero
• Zeroing not possible with over- ➜ Unload scale

load or insufficient load
• Reference weight too low ➜ Select and place larger number of

reference parts on the scale
• No valid value from the reference ➜ Check cable connection between
scale the units
➜ Check interface settings
• No calibration ➜ Unplug the mains plug then plug
it back in; switch unit off and then
back on in battery mode
➜ Calibrate scale
➜ Call METTLER TOLEDO Service
• Average piece weight too low ➜ Counting is not possible on this
scale with this average piece
weight
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BBA432 / BBK432 Event and error messages
Error Cause Remedy

• Unstable weight value when ➜ Ensure stable surroundings
referencing ➜ Ensure that the weighing pan is
freely movable
➜ Adjust vibration adapter
• Printout not yet ended ➜ End printout
➜ Repeat required action
• Switching the weighing unit ➜ End dynamic weighing
impermissible during dynamic ➜ Switch weighing unit
weighing
• EAROM checksum error ➜ Unplug the mains plug then plug
it back in; switch unit off and then
back on in battery mode
➜ Call METTLER TOLEDO Service
Reference optimization not possible • The total weight of the reference ➜ Put on fewer reference parts
parts exceeds 4 % of the scale
capacity
• No additional parts were put on ➜ Put on reference parts for optimi-
the scale for manual reference zation
optimization ➜ Call METTLER TOLEDO Service
Weight display unstable • Restless installation location ➜ Adjust vibration adapter
• Draft ➜ Avoid drafts
• Restless weighing sample ➜ Dynamic weighing
• Contact between weighing pan ➜ Remedy contact
and/or weighing sample and
surroundings
• Mains fault ➜ Check mains
Incorrect weight display • Incorrect zeroing ➜ Unload scale, set to zero and
repeat weighing operation
• Incorrect tare value ➜ Clear tare
• Contact between weighing pan ➜ Remedy contact
and/or weighing sample and
surroundings
• Scale tilted ➜ Level scale
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Technical data and accessories BBA432 / BBK432
7 Technical data and accessories
7.1 Technical data
7.1.1 Type key

The compact scales BBA432 / BBK432 are available with various capacities and plat-
forms that can be seen from the complete type designation.
Example
BBA432 – 3 PL compact scale with capacity 6 lb/3 kg and small platform
BBK432 – 35 SL compact scale with capacity 70 lb/35 kg and large platform
7.1.2 General data
BBA432 / BBK432
Applications • Weighing
• Dynamic weighing
• Counting with fixed or variable reference quantity
• Counting with reference and bulk scale
Settings • Resolution selectable
• Weighing unit selectable: g, kg, oz, lb, t
• Taring function: manual, automatic, chain tare
• Automatic zero point correction when the scale is switched on and during oper-
ation
• Filter for adapting to the ambient conditions (vibration adapter)
• Filter for adapting to the weighing type, e.g. dispensing (weighing process
adapter)
• Switch-off function, sleep mode for mains-operated devices, energy-saving
mode for battery operation
• Display lighting
• Handsfree mode for counting without touching any keys
• Add mode for determining the piece weight when counting
• Reference optimization
• Graphic display of the weighing range
Accuracy class OIML/NTEP • BBA4.. III
• BBK4.. II
Display • LCD (liquid crystal display), digits 0.83" (21 mm) high, with back lighting
Keypad • Pressure point membrane keypad
• Scratch-proof labeling
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BBA432 / BBK432 Technical data and accessories
BBA432 / BBK432
Housing • Diecast aluminum housing; chromium nickel steel weighing pan
• Dimensions, see Page 49
Protection Class (IEC 529, • IP43 (not with Ethernet interface)
DIN 40050, EN60529)
Mains connection Direct connection to the mains (MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10% of
the nominal voltage):
• 120 V, 60 Hz, 90 mA
• 100 V, 50/60 Hz, 90 mA
For battery operation:

• Connection via mains adapter: 90 – 264 V, 47 – 63 Hz, 300 mA
• Infeed on the unit: 24 V, 1.3 A
Battery operation If the voltage supply is interrupted, the unit automatically switches over to battery
operation
Ambient conditions • Use Indoor use only
• Altitude up to 2000 m
• Temperature range BBA4.. –10 .. +40 °C / 14 .. 104 °F
• Temperature range BBK4.. +10 .. +30 °C / 50 .. 86 °F
• Installation/overvoltage category II
• Pollution degree 2
• Relative humidity Maximum relative humidity 80 % for
temperatures up to 31 °C / 88 °F,
decreasing linearly to 50 % relative
humidity at 40 °C / 104 °F
Interfaces • 1 RS232 interface integrated
• 1 other optional interface possible
Resolution of the analog • 300000 points in noncertified configuration
second scale interface • 10000 points in certified configuration
Supply of the weighing cell • 8.2 V
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7.1.3 Weighing ranges and readability BBA4..

The compact scales BBA4.. with strain gauge weighing cells are supplied in the con-
figuration 1 x 15.000 d.
Model Weighing range Readability d Verification

value e
BBA4.. – 3 P.. 6 lb / 3 kg 0.0005 lb / 0.001 lb /
0.0002 kg 0.0005 kg
BBA4.. – 6 P.. 12 lb / 6 kg 0.001 lb / 0.002 lb /
0.0005 kg 0.001 kg
BBA4.. – 15 S.. 30 lb / 15 kg 0.002 lb / 0.005 lb /
0.001 kg 0.002 kg
BBA4.. – 35 S.. 70 lb / 35 kg 0.005 lb / 0.01 lb /
0.002 kg 0.005 kg
BBA4.. – 60 S.. 120 lb / 60 kg 0.01 lb / 0.02 lb /
0.005 kg 0.01 kg
7.1.4 Weighing ranges and readability BBK4..
Model Weighing range Readability d Verification

value e
BBK4.. – 3 P.. 6 lb / 3 kg 0.00002 lb / 0.0002 lb /
0.00001 kg 0.0001 kg
BBK4.. – 6 P.. 12 lb / 6 kg 0.00005 lb / 0.0005 lb /
0.00002 kg 0.0002 kg
BBK4.. – 15 S.. 30 lb / 15 kg 0.0001 lb / 0.001 lb /
0.00005 kg 0.0005 kg
BBK4.. – 35 S.. 70 lb / 35 kg 0.0002 lb / 0.002 lb /
0.0001 kg 0.001 kg
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7.1.5 Dimensions
B
E D
K F
I L H
A B C D E F G H I K L
P1) 13.19 10.43 3.94 9.45 7.87 1.81 10.87 8.19 8.47 6.50 6.50
1)
S 14.57 14.17 4.53 13.78 9.45 2.05 12.24 12.00 12.24 – –
1)
dimensions in inch
7.1.6 Net weights
Model without battery with battery with internal

calibration weight
(without battery)
With strain gauge cell:
BBA4.2 – ..P.. 10.2 lb (4.6 kg) 11.6 lb (5.3 kg) –
BBA4.2 – ..S.. 18.0 lb (8.2 kg) 19.4 lb (8.9 kg) –
With Monobloc cell:
BBK4.2 – ..P.., 10.7 lb (4.9 kg) 12.2 lb (5.6 kg) 11.8 lb (5.4 kg)
extra small load plate
BBK4.2 – ..P.. 10.3 lb (4.7 kg) 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) 11.3 lb (5.2 kg)
BBK4.2 – ..S.. 22.9 lb (10.5 kg) 24.4 lb (11.2 kg) 25.5 lb ( 11.7 kg)
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7.1.7 Interface connections

The compact scale can be fitted with a maximum of 2 interfaces. The following com-
binations are possible:
COM1 COM2 Note

RS232 –
RS232 RS232
RS485 RS232 COM1 can be optionally operated as RS422 or
RS485
RS232 Ethernet 10BaseT, RJ45
RS232 USB USB 1.1, Type B
RS232 Digital I/O 4 x in, 4 x out, D-Sub 9
RS232 Analog second scale
interface
7.1.8 Assignment of the interface connections
Pin RS232 RS422 RS485 Digital I/O Analog

(COM1/ (4-wire, (2-wire, (COM2) Interface
COM2) COM1) COM1)
1 – – – GND + Excitation (+8.2 VDC)
2 TxD1/2 TxD1– TxD1–/RxD1– OUT0 + Sense
3 RxD1/2 RxD1– – OUT1 Shield
4 – – – OUT2 – Sense
5 GND GND GND OUT3 – Excitation (GND)
6 – – – IN0 –
7 – TxD1+ TxD1+/RxD1+ IN1 + Signal
8 – RxD1+ – IN2 – Signal
9 VCC VCC VCC IN3 –
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7.2 Accessories
Designation Order number

Protective cover for small model 21 203 207
Protective cover for large model 21 203 206
Second display RS-PD/PASM 21 302 875
Second display ADI412 22 013 978
Second display ADI412-B, with backlighting 22 013 977
Relay box 4 for connection to digital I/O interface 22 011 967
Connection cable for relay box 4, length approx. 1.5 m 21 254 225
Anti-theft device 00 229 175
RS232 cable for second scale, 39.37" (1.8 m) long 21 252 588
RS232 cable for PC, 39.37" (1.8 m) long 00 410 024
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Appendix BBA432 / BBK432
8 Appendix
8.1 Safety checks

The compact scales of the series BBA432 / BBK432 have been checked by accredited
testing institutions. They have passed the safety checks listed below and carry the rel-
evant test symbols. Production is subject to production monitoring by the inspection
offices.
Country Test symbol Standard

Canada CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92
USA UL Std. No. 61010A-1
C US
Other countries CB Scheme IEC/EN61010-1:2001

(no identification)
8.2 FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A dig-
ital device, pursuant to both Part 15 of the FCC Rules and the radio interference regu-
lations of the Canadian Department of Communications. These limits are designed to
provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radi-
ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Cet appareil a été testé et s’est avéré conforme aux limites prévues pour les appareils
numériques de class A et à la partie 15 des règlements FCC et à la réglementation des
radio-Interférences du Canadian Department of Communications. Ces limites sont
destinées à fournir une protection adéquate contre les interférences néfastes lorsque
l’appareil est utilisé dans un environnement commercial. Cet appareil génère, utilize
et peut radier une énergie à fréquence radioélectrique; il est en outre susceptible
d’engendrer des interférences avec les communications radio, s’il n’est pas installé et
utilisé conformément aux instructions du mode d’emploi. L’utilisation de cet appareil
dans les zones résidentielles peut causer interférences néfastes, auquel cas
l’exploitant sera amené à prendre les dispositions utiles pour palier aux interférence à
ses propres frais.
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BBA432 / BBK432 Index
9 Index
A M T
Accessories ............................ 51 Mains connection.....................47 Tare
Adjustment ............................. 29 Menu Automatic ......................... 14
Alignment ............................... 10 Application ........................31 Chain tare ......................... 14
Ambient conditions .................. 47 Communication .................34 Clear ................................ 14
Applications............................ 46 Diagnosis .........................39 Terminal settings ..................... 33
Auxiliary scale......................... 23 Operation ..........................24 TOLEDO Continuous................. 42
Average............................ 15, 33 Overview ...........................26 Two scales ....................... 16, 22
Scale ................................29 Type key................................. 46
C Terminal ...........................33
Calibrate................................. 29 Menu structure.........................25 W
Capacity utilisation .................. 15 Minimum accuracy ..................20 Weighing ranges ..................... 48
Chain tare............................... 14 Weighing unit.......................... 29
Continuous mode .................... 42 O Weight ................................... 49
Counting parts ........................ 18 Operator guidance....................19
Operator menu.........................24 Z
D Options...............................6, 36 Zeroing................................... 13
Dimensions ............................ 49
Display .................................... 8 P
Display accuracy..................... 29 Password................................24
Dynamic weighing............. 15, 33 Power supply ..........................11
Protocol ..................................15
E
Error messages ....................... 44 Q
Quantity scales ........................22
F
Filter ...................................... 30 R
Readability ..............................48
H Reference determination, automatic
Hands free.............................. 20 21
I Reference optimisation..............21
Info button .............................. 16 Reference scales ......................22
Interface protocol..................... 42 Reset
Interfaces Application ........................33
Configure.......................... 34 Interface ............................36
Connections...................... 50 Scale ................................31
Terminal ...........................34
K RS422/RS485 .........................41
Keyboard.................................. 9
S
Safety checks ..........................52
Scales types ..............................6
Settings...................................46
SICS commands ......................40
Supervisor menu......................24
Switching off............................13
Switching on ...........................13
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4 Settings in the menu ......................................................................24

5 Interface description ......................................................................40

6 Event and error messages ..............................................................44

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7 Technical data and accessories ......................................................46

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1.1 Safety instructions

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Note Use with foodstuffs

One of the following options can also be ordered:

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Com 123 123

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Key Function in operating mode Function in the menu

Setting scale to zero Scrolling back

Selecting reference quantity

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1.3 Putting into operation

1.3.1 Selecting or changing the location

➜ Select a stable, vibration-free and if possible a horizontal location.

Aligning the scale

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1.3.2 Connecting the power supply

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If the device is equipped with a storage battery:

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2.1 Switching on and off

Switching off ➜ Press .

2.2 Zeroing / Zero point correction

Manual 1. Unload scale.

2.3 Simple weighing

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2.4 Weighing with tare

2.4.2 Clearing the tare

2.4.3 Automatic taring

2.4.4 Chain tare

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2.5 Displaying the capacity available

2.6 Dynamic weighing

With manual start Prerequisite

With automatic start Prerequisite

2.7 Printing results

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2.8 Displaying info

2.9 Switching scales

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Other cleaning information:

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3.1 Counting parts into a container

3.2 Counting parts out of a container

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3.3 Counting with operator guidance

3.3.1 First taring, then counting

3.3.2 First specifying a reference, then taring

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3.3.3 Hands free

3.4 Counting with variable reference quantity

3.5 Counting with minimum accuracy