When the load cell starts drifting, the display shows error codes (E01, E02, etc.), or the calibration fails, your first instinct shouldn't be to ship it back to the manufacturer. That is expensive and time-consuming.
If the scale shows "Error" after moving it, the service manual shows you the cold boot reset : Disconnect the battery, short two specific test points on the board, hold the "Hold" key, and reconnect power. Clears the overflow flag. seca 954 service manual
If you work in a hospital, nursing home, or GP clinic, you know the Seca 954 is the gold standard for digital column scales. It’s robust, accurate, and features the popular "flat weigh" platform. When the load cell starts drifting, the display
But even gold standard equipment breaks down. Clears the overflow flag
This is usually moisture in the load cell cable connector. The manual provides the torque spec for the load cell mounting screws (usually 5 Nm). Over-tightening warps the aluminum structure and causes drift.