• The ABK/AFK scales provides an accurate, fast and versatile
general purpose weighing scales with parts counting, percent
weighing and check-weighing functions.
• The ABK/AFK has LEDs to indicate when a weight is below the
low limit, between the limits or above the high limit next to the
display. These can work in conjunction with an audible alarm for
check weighing as well as LCD showing LO, OK and HI.
• The ABK/AFK is supplied with a RS-232 bi-directional interface
and real time clock (RTC).
• The ABK/AFK has a sealed keypad with colour coded membrane
switches and a large easy to read liquid crystal type display (LCD)
supplied with a backlight.
• Includes automatic zero tracking, semi-automatic tare and
accumulation facility that allows the weight to be stored and
recalled as an accumulated total.
The ABK/AFK scales have already been adjusted to work with a platform and
have been configured for this application. The platform and indicator have
been calibrated as a pair and must be used together .
3.2 LOCATING
•The scales should not be placed in a location that
will reduce the accuracy.
•Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in
direct sunlight or near air conditioning vents.
•Avoid unsuitable tables. The table or floor must be
rigid and not vibrate.
•Avoid unstable power sources. Do not use near
large users of electricity such as welding equipment
or large motors.
• Do not place near vibrating machinery.
• Avoid high humidity that might cause condensation.
Avoid direct contact with water. Do not spray or
immerse the scales in water.
•Avoid air movement such as from fans or opening
doors. Do not place near open windows or airconditioning vents.
•
Keep the scales clean. Do not stack material on the
scales when they are not in use.
•The pillar is attached to the base using a bracket that must be
attached to the base frame first using the 4 bolts supplied. The
pillar is secured to the bracket using 2 sets of screws. The cable
from the base to the indicator module is run through the tube and
taken out through the support at the top. Excess cable can be
stored within the tube.
•The ABK/AFK Series comes with a stainless steel platform
packed separately. Place the platform in the base.
•Level the scale by adjusting the four feet. If the scale rocks re-
adjust the feet.
•Attach the indicator module to the pillar by securing it with the 2
thumb screws provided. Attach the cable from the base to the
connector on the rear of the indicator.
•Attach the power to the indicator. Press the [On/Off] key. The
software revision number will be displayed followed by a self-test
showing all digits before the zero is displayed along with the unit
of weight that was selected last.
Selects the Functions of the scale. If the scale is
weighing, it will select parts counting. If it is not in
weighing mode, it will return the user to weighing.
A secondary function (C) is to act as a clear key when
setting values for Parameters.
Sends the results to a PC or a Printer using the RS232 interface. It also adds the value to the
accumulation memory if the accumulation function is
not automatic.
A secondary function (ESC) is to return to normal
operation when the scale is in a Parameter setting
mode.
To switch on and switch off the indicator.
The ABK/AFK will store the weighing unit in use and
the check weighing values currently in memory when
power is off.
The LCD display will show a value and a unit to the right of the digits.
In addition the LED’s above the display will show when a weight is below or
above check-weighing limits.
Other symbols will show when a weight has been tared (NET) the scale is at
zero and stable, if a value has been stored in memory or when the animal
weighing function has been enabled. A battery symbols will show the state of
charge of the internal battery.
• You can press the [Z/T] key at any time to set the zero point. This
will usually be necessary when the platform is empty. When the
zero point is obtained the display will show an indicator for zero.
• The scale has an automatic re-zeroing function to account for
minor drifting or accumulation of material on the platform.
However you may need to press the [Z/T] key to rezero the scale
if small amounts of weight are shown when the platform is empty.
6.2 TARING
• Zero the scale by pressing the [Z/T] key if necessary. The
“ZERO” indicator will be ON.
• Place a container on the platform, a value for its weight will be
• Press the [Z/T] key to tare the scale. The weight that was
displayed is stored as the tare value and that value is subtracted
from the display, leaving zero on the display. The “NET” indicator
will be ON. As a product is added only the net weight of the
product will be shown. The scale could be tared a second time if
another type of product was to be added to the first one. Again
only the weight that is added after taring will be displayed.
• When the container is removed a negative value will be shown. If
the scale was tared just before removing the container this value
is the gross weight of the container plus all products that was
removed. The “ZERO” indicator will be on to indicate that the
platform is back to the same condition as it was when zero was
last set.
• To delete a Tare value, press [Z/T] when the pan is empty.
6.3 WEIGHING A SAMPLE
To determine the weight of a sample, first tare the empty container if it is to
be used and then place the sample in the container. The display will show
the net weight of the sample and the units of weight currently in use.
If parts counting is enabled, See section 7.4, it is possible to count parts using
a sample of the parts to determine average piece weight.
• Before starting, tare the weight of any container that may be used,
leaving the empty container on the scale. Place a known number
of samples in the container, if used. The number should match
the options for parts counting, i.e., 10, 20, 50, 100 or 200 pieces.
• When the scale is showing weight, pressing the [Pcs/] key will
start the parts counting function.
• The scale will show “P 10” asking for a sample size of 10 parts.
Change the sample size to the desired quantity by pressing the
[Pcs/] key. It will cycle through the options: 10, 20, 50, 100,
200 and back to 10.
• Press the [Z/T] key again when the number matches the number
of parts used as the sample. As more weight is added the
display will show the number of parts (Pcs).
Pressing the [Unit/] key will display the unit weight (g/pcs), pressing it
second time will display the net weight (pcs and kg) and the third time, it will
be the count again (pcs).
• Press the [Pcs/] key to return to normal weighing. Press the
[Pcs/] key again to start counting a different sample.
6.5 CHECK-WEIGHING
Check-weighing is a procedure to cause lamps to come on (and if enabled,
an alarm to sound) when the weight on the scale meets or exceeds values
stored in memory. The memory holds the last values for a high and a low
limit when the power is turned off. The user can set either one limit or both as
described below.
See Section 7.1 for the procedure to set the limits. The limits can be set when
the scale is in weighing or parts counting modes. After limits have been set
the Check-weighing function is enabled.
When a weight is placed on the scale the LED’s above the display will show if
the weight is above or below the limits and the beeper will sound as
described below, if the beeper is enabled (see section 7.1).
The relay outputs are open collector drivers to control an external relay. The
relays will be active when the corresponding LED is on during checkweighing. The ZERO relay output will be on when the scale is showing the
display is at Zero.
NOTE: Weight must be more than 20 scale divisions for check weighing to
operate. Below 20 scale divisions the LED’s will not light and the
beeper will not be on.
The Check-weighing function can be set up during Weighing or Parts Counting
by entering values as Low or/and High Limits keyed in by the user. The limits are
displayed in kg (or Lb) or pcs respectively.
Checkweighing during Parts Counting
To disable the Check-Weighing function enter zero into both limits by
pressing the [Func/C] key when the current limits values are displayed during
the setting procedure, then pressing [Z/T] to store the zero values.
The values set for the check-weighing will remain in memory when the
weighing units or the function changes to parts counting but will not be active.
The will become active again when the weighing unit or parts counting that
was active at the time the limits were set is reactivated.
• The scale can be set to accumulate manually by pressing the
[Print/M+/Esc] key or automatically when a weight is removed
from the scale. See the Section 7.3 for details of setting the
Parameter “C3 PRM” and “C4 Aon”. The accumulation function is
available when weighing or when counting parts. However the
memory is cleared if the weighing units or functions are changed.
•When the weight (or count) displayed is stored in memory the
display will show “ACC 1” and then the total in memory for 2
seconds before returning to weighing. The RS-232 interface will
output to a printer or PC.
•Remove the weight, allowing the scale to return to zero and put a
second weight on. When this value is stored, the display will
show “ACC 2”, then the new total and finally the value of the
second weight. Repeat as necessary to add all the values needed
to the memory.
•To view the total in memory press the [Print/M+/Esc] key when
there is no weight on the scale. The display will show the number
of entries and the total.
•To clear the memory (set the value to zero) press the [Func/C]
key during the time the totals are being displayed.
The scale can be set to perform percent weighing. See Section 7.2.
The scale will use a mass on the platform as the 100% reference weight. If
the platform is empty (or the scale is tared) then the user can input a
reference weight using the keypad.
• Press [Func/C]. The first option is “FunC 1”, press the [Func/C] key
again display “FunC 2”.
• Press the [Z/T] key. “P1 PCt” will be displayed.
• Press [Z/T] again to enter percent weighing. The scale will set the
sample mass on the platform as 100% reference weight.
• Remove the sample weight. Then any other weight placed on the scale
will be displayed as a percentage of the original sample. For example,
if 3500g is placed on the scale and percent weighing is selected, the
display will show 100.0%. Remove the 3500g weight and place a 3000g
weight. The display will show 85.7% as 3000g is 85.7% of 3500g.
• The number of decimal points will depend on the weight used in
comparison to the capacity of the system. A smaller weight will show
only “100%” while a larger weight might show “100.00%”.
• If the scale was showing zero weight when entering this function, then
the user must manually enter the weight to be set as 100% as
described below.
• Press the [Z/T] key. “P1 PCt” will be displayed.
• Press [Z/T] again to enter percent weighing. The scale will now accept
a value the user enters as the reference weight.
• Enter the value using the [Unit/] key and [Pcs/] key to set the
values of the 100% mass.
• When set press the [Z/T] key to store the value. The display will show
“0.00 %”.
• The weight entered must be greater than 50 scale divisions.
• Press [Unit/] to return to weighing.
NOTE:
The display may jump by large numbers unexpectedly if small weights are
used to set as 100% reference. The scale checks if the weight is too small
and will show Error 7.
The scale can be set to animal (dynamic) weighing for weighing any items
that are unstable or may move. See Section 7.4.
The scale will use a special filter to minimise the effects of any movement
while the moving animal or unstable samples are on the scale.
• Press [Func/C]. The first option is “FunC 1”, press the [Func/C] key
again to display “Func 2”.
• Press the [Z/T] key. “F2 PCt” will be displayed. Press the [Pcs/] key to
advance to the second function, “P2 AnL”, Animal weighing.
• Press [Z/T] to enter animal weighing. The scale will change to animal
weighing and allow weighing of an unstable animal or sample on the
platform.
• To use the Animal Weighing function it is necessary to set the amount
of filtering required for the item to be weighed. More active animals will
require a higher level of filtering to give a stable result. The display will
show “Flt x” where x is a value from 1 to 5. The higher the value the
greater the amount of filter will be. To increment the value shown press
the [Pcs/] key then press the [Z/T] key to accept it.
• The display will flash “Ani “ 2times then show the current weight, 0.00.
The scale is now ready to weigh.
• With the platform empty the display will show zero weight. Place
containers or blankets onto the platform and press the [Z/T] key to zero
the display. The scale may go into the animal (dynamic) weighing
procedure when the items are placed on the scale but will return to
showing zero when the [Z/T] key is pressed.
• Place the animal or sample to be weighed on the platform.
• The display will show the Animal/Dynamic weighing symbol until a
stable weight is determined. The time it takes for the stable value will
depend upon the setting of the filter parameter in the first step.
• When a stable reading is found, the display will show this value, and the
display will be locked until the [Z/T] key is pressed. The display will
show the “Hold” symbol while the display is locked.
• To weigh a second subject press the [Z/T] key if necessary to zero the
display, and place the next animal on the scale. The scale will detect
the new weight and hold it as before.
• The scale will remain in the animal weighing mode until the [Unit/]
key is pressed. Then it will return to normal weighing.
Pressing the [Func/C] key during normal operation allows the user to access
the parameters for customizing the scale. The parameters are split into 4
groups-
1. Check weighing parameters,
2. Percent and Animal Weighing Functions
3. RS-232 parameters and
4. Scale parameters
• When [Func/C] is pressed, display will first show “FunC 1” for Check
weighing parameters.
• Press either the [Func/C] key or the [Pcs/] to advance through the
groups “FunC 1”, “FunC 2” , “FunC 3” and “FunC 4”. Press [Z/T] to enter the
desired group of parameters.
• When in one of the sections press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to the group
“FunC 1”. If you press [Print/M+/Esc] again, the scale will exit the User
Parameter section and return to normal weighing.
7.1 CHECK WEIGHING PARAMETERS
• Press [Z/T] to enter the group.
• Use the [Unit/] key and [Pcs/] key to set the values or just the
[Pcs/] key to select the options.
• Press [Z/T] to confirm the change and then advance to the next
parameter by pressing the [Pcs/] key.
[Print/M+/Esc] again, the scale will exit the User Parameter section
and return to weighing.
Parameter Description Options Default
setting
P1 PCt
This parameter allows the
user to enter the Percent
None Enabled
always
weighing Function. See
Section 6.7.
P2 AnL Enter the Animal Weighing
mode of operation, See
section 6.8
Set the filter value. Enabled
Always
7.3 RS-232 PARAMETERS
• Press [Z/T] to enter a parameter. Use the [Unit/] key and [Pcs/]
key to set the values or just the [Pcs/] key to select the options.
• Press [Z/T] to confirm the change and then advance to the next
parameter by pressing the [Pcs/] key.
• Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to [Pcs/] the group “FUnC 3”. If you
press [Print/M+/Esc] again, the scale will exit the User Parameter
section and return to weighing.
This group of parameters can be set by the user for setting the RS-232 active
or not, baud rate, printing mode, accumulation mode, RS-232 language, and
user or scale ID numbers.
EnGLi
FrEnCH (French)
GErmAn (German)
SPAn (Spanish)
C6 UId Set User ID To be entered
000000
manually
C7 Sid Set Scale ID To be entered
000000
manually
Scale will perform the following, depending on the Accumulation and Print
Settings:
A
CCUMULATION
SETTINGS
PRINT SETTINGS
AC on
AC Off
AUto
mAn
Cont
Not available on
approved scales
Accumulate and print
automatically
Accumulate and Print only
when [Print/M+/Esc] key
pressed. If [Print/M+/Esc]
is pressed a second time
only print the weight.
Print continuously.
Accumulate when
[Print/M+/Esc]key is
pressed
Print automatically,
Do not accumulate
Print when [Print/M+/Esc] key is
pressed,
Do not accumulate.
Print continuously.
Do not accumulate.
7.4 SCALE PARAMETERS
• Press [Z/T] to view the list of parameters.
• Press [Z/T] to enter a parameter. Use the [Unit/] key and [Pcs/]
key to set the values or just the [Pcs/] key to select the options.
• Press [Z/T] to confirm the change and then advance to the next
parameter by pressing the [Pcs/] key.
• Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to the group “FUnC 4”. If you press
[Print/M+/Esc] again, the scale will exit the User Parameter section
• The scales can be operated from the battery if desired. The
battery life can be up to 70 hours depending on the load cells
used and how the backlight is used.
• When the battery needs charging a symbol on the display will
show less bars in the battery symbol. The battery should be
charged when only the battery outline is on. Once the bars have
been turned off the scale will still operate for a short time after
which it will automatically switch off to protect the battery.
• To charge the battery, simply plug the adaptor into the mains
power. The scale does not need to be turned on.
• The battery should be charged for 12 hours for full capacity.
• Near the display is an LED to indicate the status of battery
charging. When the scale is plugged into the mains power the
internal battery will be charged. If the LED is green the battery
has a full charge. If it is Red the battery is nearly discharged and
yellow indicates the battery is being charged.
The ABK/AFK indicator is supplied with bi-directional RS-232 interface as
standard. The scale when connected to a printer or computer outputs the
weight with the selected weighing unit through the RS-232 interface.
Specifications:
RS-232 output of weighing data
ASCII code
9600 Baud (user selectable)
8 data bits
No Parity
RS-232 serial interface is a plug as figure 2 shows:
12
1: Pin GND, Signal Ground
2: Pin RXD, Received Data
3: Pin TXD, Transmitted Data
3
4
As viewed from the back of the indicator
The scale can be set to print text in English, French, German or Spanish.
See the RS-232 parameters section for details.
<cr><lf>
Date 12/09/2006 <cr><lf>
Time 14:56:27 <cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
Scale ID 123456 <cr><lf> If ID is zero, it is left blank
User ID 234567 <cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
Net Wt 1.234 Kg <cr><lf> Net Wt. (or Gross Wt.)
<cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
Only weight value along with the weighing unit is printed. If Percent weighing
is used then % is shown in place of weighing units.
Data Format-Parts Counting Output:
Weight, Unit weight and number of parts are printed.
<cr><lf>
Date 12/09/2006 <cr><lf>
Time 14:56:27 <cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
Scale ID 123456 <cr><lf>
User ID 234567 <cr><lf>
<cr><lf>
Net Wt. 1.234 Kg <cr><lf> Net Wt. (or Gross Wt.)
Unit Wt. 123 g <cr><lf> g for metric and lb for pounds
The scale can be controlled with the following commands. Press the [Enter] key of
the PC after each command.
T<cr><lf>
Tares the scale to display the net weight. This is the same as
pressing [Z/T].
Z<cr><lf>
Sets the zero point for all subsequent weighing. The display shows
zero.
P<cr><lf>
Prints the results to a PC or printer using the RS-232 interface. It
also adds the value to the accumulation memory if the
accumulation function is not set to automatic.
The indicator is supplied with drivers to control external relays. The drivers
could be used to control a number of different relays depending upon the
users need. The relay drivers are isolated outputs requiring the use of an
external power supply for the relays. Also see section 3.4.3.
Contact Adam Equipment or your supplier for a relay interface that is
compatible with the relay drivers, however other interfaces can be used as
long as the following conditions apply.
CONNECTION OF RELAY DRIVERS
The output to drive external relays is on the circuit board inside the enclosure. To
gain access you must remove the 6 screws securing the front to the rear of the case.
Pass the wires for the relays through the grommet on the rear panel. The wires will
connect to the PCB using the terminal strip P1.
C18
Power1
Q5
SEN+
EXE+
EXE-
SEN-
SIG+
SIG-
SHIE
Load Cell Input
Power Connector
Battery Vin
+ - no polarity
LC1
U5
09/01/2009
AE9721 VER B
TXT
GND
RS-232 Interface
U4
BT1
Clock Battery
CR1220 type
U1
Relay Output
COM
Common
HI
High
OK
OK
LOW
ZERO
Low
P1
RXT
COM1
Zero
The circuit to control the relays requires an external voltage compatible with the
relays used.
Connections are made to the PCB, Connector P1. The connector is a spring
activated type, simply press on the top of the connector and insert the wire.
Do not exceed the safe limits of voltage or current of 24VDC or 15ma per
output.
Depending upon the application it may be necessary to use a small relay to
drive larger relays, or to provide additional protection to prevent
electromagnetic interference (diodes as shown above) to this or other
machinery.
The scale can be calibrated using the following procedure. To enter this
procedure it is necessary to use Func 4 accessible using the [Func/C] key as
described in section 7.4 or using the password access as described in
section 12.
The ABK/AFK scales calibrate using either metric or pound weights,
depending on the weighing unit in use before calibration. The display will
show either "kg" or "lb" to identify the weights expected.
PROCEDURE
• Enter the calibration section using Func 4, C8 CAL or using the
password as described in section 12.
• The display will show "unLoAd".
• Remove any weight from platform, when the stable symbol is on
press [Z/T].
• The display will show "Ld" the “0000XX” to show the last calibration
weight used. Place this calibration weight on the scale. Press
the [Z/T] key. If the weight you put on the scale does not match
the value displayed, press the [Func/C] key to clear the vale then
use the [Unit/] key and [Pcs/] key to set the correct value.
When it is correct press [Z/T].
• If the calibration is acceptable the scale will run a self-test during
which the calibration weight should be removed. If an error
message “FAiL L” is shown try calibration again as a disturbance
may have prevented a successful calibration.
After calibration the scale should be checked to verify the calibration is
correct. If necessary repeat calibration, make sure that the scale is stable
before accepting any weight.
The scales will allow entry to the parameters if the [Tare] key is pressed
during the power on cycle. The passwords work as above.
In this case the display will show the passcode request screen, “ P - - - - “ . To
continue enter a passcode as described below.
Entering passcode 0000 will allow calibration as shown in section 11.
Entering 1000 will allow access to a limited set of parameters described in
section 12.1.
Entering the passcode 2006 will allow access to all parameters as shown in
section 12.3.
12.1 USING “1000” TO ENTER THE SERVICE PARAMETERS
Press the [Z/T] key during the display counting when turned on,
When “Pn “ is displayed, enter the number 1000 using the [Unit/] and
[Pcs/] keys and then press [Z/T].
The displays will show the first parameters, called “F4 Int”.
To select another parameter press the [Pcs/] key to advance through the
parameters.
Press the [Z/T] key to enter a parameter.
To exit a parameter, press the [Print/M+/Esc] key.
The display will show the parameter number and a name.
When a parameter is entered by pressing the [Z/T] key, the displays will
guide you through the parameter selected and the options available.
The parameters available are:
“F4 Int” Initial Zero Range
“F5 rEZ” Re-Zero range
“F6 SCS” Successive Tare Enable
“F7 Cnt” Display the A/D counts
“F8 Zem” Zero Mode
“F9 Lvd” Low voltage detection
“FA AZn” Auto Zero Range
“Fb FPS” User Function Password
The description of the parameters is shown in section 12.3
12.2 USING “2006” TO ENTER THE SECURE PARAMETERS
Press the [Z/T] key during the display counting when turned on,
When “Pn “ is displayed, enter the number 2006 using the [Unit/] and
[Pcs/] keys and then press [Z/T]. The displays will show the first
parameters, called “F1 CAL”.
To select another parameter press the [Pcs/] key to advance through the
parameters.
Press the [Z/T] key to enter a parameter.
To exit a parameter, press the [Print/M+/Esc] key.
The display will show the parameter number and a name.
When a parameter is entered by pressing the [Z/T] key, the displays will
guide you through the parameter selected and the options available.
The parameters available are:
“F1 CAL” To enter the Calibration
“F2 dEC” Decimal Point Position
“F3 CAP” Default Weighing Unit and capacity
“F4 Int” Initial Zero Range
“F5 rEZ” Re-Zero range
“F6 SCS” Successive Tare Enable
“F7 Cnt” Display the A/D counts
“F8 Zem” Zero Mode
“F9 Lvd” Low voltage detection
“FA AZn” Auto Zero Range
“Fb FPS” User Function Password
12.3.1 F1 -CALIBRATION
To enter the calibration parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F1” is displayed.
The scale will be calibrated using 2 masses of approximately 1/3Maximum
and Maximum. If the scale has been calibrated once the values will be
stored. If this is the first time the scale is calibrated the user must enter the
values for the calibration masses.
NOTE: It is necessary to set the decimal point location and the capacity
before calibration is possible.
The display will instruct you to remove any weight from the scale, “UnloAd”.
Press [Z/T].
The display will tell you to add the first weight to the scale: “Ld 1” “ 10 kg” If
necessary change the value shown to match the weight to be used. Press
[CE] to clear the old value and then enter the new value. All values entered
are in whole numbers only.
Add the weight shown, wait for stability then press the [Z/T] key.
The display will tell you to add the second weight to the scale: “Ld 2 “ “ 30
kg”
Either add the weight shown, wait for stability then press the [Z/T] key or
press the [Print/M+/Esc] key to accept the single point calibration and return
to weighing.
The display will show “PASS” if the calibration is OK.
Remove the weight.
12.3.2 F2–DECIMAL POINT POSITION
To set the value for the decimal point location. The options are 0, 0.0,
0.00, 0.000, 0.0000
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F2 dEC” is shown.
The display will show the current setting.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value. Select from 0, 0.0, 0.00, 0.000,
12.3.3 F3 – CAPACITY/ WEIGHING UNIT/INCREMENT
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F3 CAP” is shown.
The display will show the current capacity and default weighing unit.
Enter the numeric values using the [Unit/] and [Pcs/] keys. The scale
will check the number of division’s n = maximum/increment is less than
30,000 divisions. (3000 divisions for EC approved versions).
To select the weighing unit press the [Unit/] until the default weighing unit
is flashing, either kilogram (kg) or pounds (lb).
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
On non-approved versions the display then lets you select the increment, “InC
2”
For example 100kg x 0.01kg the increment is 10grams, but the last digit
increments by 1.
The display will show the current increment value as used with the current
decimal point position.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value. Select from 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 or 50
Not all increments may be available for the capacity you selected.
For EC Approved versions the scale will determine the increment that
maintains the number of divisions to be 3000 or less.
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
12.3.4 F4 –INITIAL ZERO RANGE
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F4 int” is shown.
The display will show the current initial zero range.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value and press [Z/T] to accept the
value.
Press [Print/M+/esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.5 F5 -RE-ZERO RANGE
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F5 rEZ” is shown.
The display will show the current re-zero range.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value.
Press [Z/T] to accept the value.
Press [Print/M+/esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.6 F6 -SUCCESSIVE TARE
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F6 SCS” is shown.
The display will show if the successive tare is on or off.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value.
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.7 F7 –ADC COUNTS
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F7 Cnt” is shown.
This parameter allows you to view the A/D counts from the internal A/D
converter. This can be an aid to service.
Press the [Z/T] key to return to the PARAMETER menu.
Press the [Print/M+/Esc] key to return to weighing.
Typical value at zero is 30,000-90,000 (approx.).
Typical value at full capacity is 500,000 (approx.).
12.3.8 F8 –ZERO MODE
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F8 ZEm” is shown.
Select the Zero mode desired. In all but special cases Zero Mode 1 is used.
The other 2 zero modes are for unique locations in the world and effect the
+/- range of the zero.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value.
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.9 F9 –LOW VOLTAGE DETECTION
This parameter allows detection of low voltage when the battery wears down.
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “F9 LVd” is shown.
The display will show if the LVD Mode is set to on or oFF.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value.
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.10 FA –AZn Auto Zero Range
This parameter sets the auto zero range from 0 (Off) to 4d.
Calibration and parameter counting function to be active. To enter this
parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “FA AZn” is shown.
The display will show if the current Auto Zero range.
Press the [Pcs/] key to change the value.
Press [Z/T] to accept the displayed value.
Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to weighing.
12.3.11 Fb –FPS User Function Password
This parameter set a password to control access to the user functions as
described in Section 7. If the password is set to 0000 the control is disable
and the user has free access to the functions.
To enter this parameter, press the [Z/T] key when “Fb FPS” is shown.
The display will show “P1 - - - -“ Enter the new password code followed by [Z/T]
to accept.
The display will then show “P2 - - - -“ Enter the new password code again
followed by [Z/T] to accept. The same code number must be entered both
times for the password to be set.
Press the [Unit/] and [Pcs/] keys to enter the values.
Press [Print/M+/Esc] to return to weighing.
- -oL - - Over-range Remove weight from the scale.
If the problem persists contact your dealer or Adam
Equipment for assistance.
Err 1 Time Setting
Error
Enter time using correct format and reasonable
values. Format: hh:mm:ss
Err 2 Date Setting
Error
Enter date using correct format and reasonable
values. Format: yy:mm:dd
Err 4 Zero Setting
Error
The scale was outside the normal zero setting
range either when it was turned on or when the
[Zero] key was pressed.
Remove weight from the scale and try re-zeroing
again.
Use the [Z/T] key to set the display to zero value.
If the problem persists contact your dealer or Adam
Equipment for assistance.
Err 6 A/D out of range The values from the A/D converter are outside the
normal range.
Remove the weight from the scale if overloaded.
Make sure the pan is attached.
Indicates the load cell or the electronics may be
faulty.
If the problem persists contact your dealer or Adam
Equipment for assistance.
Err 9 Check weigh
limits error
Shown if the low limit is set higher than the current
high limit. Reset High limit or different low limit.
FAIL Calibration
error.
Improper calibration (should be within + 10% of the
factory calibration). The old calibration data will be
retained until the calibration process is complete.
If the problem persists contact your dealer or Adam
Equipment for assistance.
If you need to order any spare parts and accessories, contact your supplier or Adam
Equipment. A partial list of such items is as follows-
• Power Supply Module
• Replacement Battery
15.0 SERVICE
INFORMATION
• Printer, etc.
This manual covers the details of operation. If you have a problem with the scale that is not
directly addressed by this manual then contact your supplier for assistance. In order to
provide further assistance, the supplier will need the following information which should be
kept ready:
-Name of your company:
-Contact person’s name:
-Contact telephone, e-mail,
fax or any other methods:
B. Details of the unit purchased
(This part of information should always be available for any future correspondence. We
suggest you to fill in this form as soon as the unit is received and keep a print-out in your
record for ready reference.)
Model name of the scale:
Serial number of the unit:
Software revision number
(Displayed when power is first turned on):
Date of Purchase:
Name of the supplier and place:
C.Brief description of the problem
Include any recent history of the unit. For example:
Adam Equipment offers Limited Warranty (Parts and Labour) for the components
failed due to defects in materials or workmanship. Warranty starts from the date of
delivery.
During the warranty period, should any repairs be necessary, the purchaser must
inform its supplier or Adam Equipment Company. The company or its authorised
Technician reserves the right to repair or replace the components at any of its
workshops depending on the severity of the problems. However, any freight involved
in sending the faulty units or parts to the service centre should be borne by the
purchaser.
The warranty will cease to operate if the equipment is not returned in the original
packaging and with correct documentation for a claim to be processed. All claims are
at the sole discretion of Adam Equipment.
STATEMENT
This warranty does not cover equipment where defects or poor performance is due to
misuse, accidental damage, exposure to radioactive or corrosive materials,
negligence, faulty installation, unauthorised modifications or attempted repair or
failure to observe the requirements and recommendations as given in this User
Manual. Additionally rechargeable batteries (where supplied) are not covered under
warranty.
Repairs carried out under the warranty does not extend the warranty period.
Components removed during the warranty repairs become the company property.
The statutory right of the purchaser is not affected by this warranty. The terms of this
warranty is governed by the UK law. For complete details on Warranty Information,
see the terms and conditions of sale available on our web-site.
Adam Equipment reserves the right to make changes to the technology,
features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
All information contained within this publication is to the best of our
knowledge timely, complete and accurate when issued. However, we are not
responsible for misinterpretations which may result from the reading of this
material.
The latest version of this publication can be found on our Website.