Nova-Tech PW Series User Manual
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Poor Linearity
Usually a mechanical 
problem 
Electronic Problems
Re-check repeatability
*Inspection of the flexures for damage 
or loose hardware may be required 
*Use the Linearity Function in the 
service menu to reset linearity 
*A problem in the analogue circuit board 
or power supplies can cause poor 
linearity. Make sure all mechanical 
problems have been eliminated first 
OTHER PROBLEMS
Cannot calibrate
Zero shifted more 
than allowed 
Calibration timeout
*Check all flexures for damage
*Reset factory calibration
*Verify linearity and repeatability
*The balance may be unstable. Verify 
stability as above. Try using a more 
aggressive filter 
Calibration weight 
motor does not stop 
*Check the cables to the motor, try 
plugging the balance into the power 
again 
*Look for friction in the calibration 
weight movement 
*Check the opto-coupler that controls 
the motor position. 
RS-232 not working
Doesn’t print
Check parameters match the device 
connected 
Verify cable is correct
*RS-232 circuits damaged
Display dark, keys 
beep 
Display contrast poor
Cable unplugged or 
damaged 
*Check the cables to the display
*Replace the display which could be 
damaged 
*To be carried out by authorised technicians only.
