18 PCD-BA-e-12117.7 Parts countingMODECALSETMDuring piece counting parts can either be counted into acontainer or out of a container. To count a greater number ofparts the average weight per part has to be determined with asmall quantity (reference quantity).The larger the reference quantity, the higher the countingexactness. High reference must be selected for small parts orparts with considerably different sizes.The larger the reference quantity, the more accurate the partscounting.The process has four steps:Tare the weighing containerDetermine the reference unitOriginal weighing of reference weightCount the items In weighing mode press MODE key shortly. Referencepiece number „5PCS“ appears flashing. By pressing the MODE button several times otherreference quantities 5, 10, 20, 25 and 50 can be called up.Place as many pieces to count on the weighing plate as theset reference quantity requires. Use the SET key to confirm. The balance is now in partscounting mode counting all units on the weighing plate.Back to weighing mode bypressing the MODE button.Error message „Er 1“Piece below minimum weight of piece (See chpt. 1“Technical specifications“): Press MODE key and restartreference determination.TaringThe tare vessels can also be used for piece counting.Before starting piece counting use the TAREbutton to tare out the container.