Adam Equipment GBC-GFC User Manual

GBC/GFC Series

(

P.N. 3056610587, Revision B3, November 2011)

Software Rev 2.18 and up

Adam Equipment

Easy Reference:

Model name of the indicator/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:

1.0 CONTENTS

1.0 CONTENTS.......................................................................................... 1

2.0 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................. 3

3.0 INSTALLATION................................................................................... 6

3.1 UNPACKING..................................................................................... 6

3.2 LOCATING........................................................................................ 6

3.3 SETTING UP THE SCALES.............................................................. 7

4.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS .......................................................................... 8

5.0 DISPLAYS ........................................................................................... 9

5.1 WEIGHT DISPLAY............................................................................ 9

5.2 UNIT WEIGHT DISPLAY................................................................. 10

5.3 COUNT DISPLAY............................................................................ 10

5.4 OTHER SYMBOLS.......................................................................... 10

6.0 OPERATION...................................................................................... 11

6.1 ZEROING THE DISPLAY................................................................ 11

6.2 TARING........................................................................................... 11

6.3 PARTS COUNTING ........................................................................ 12

7.0 USER PARAMETERS........................................................................ 15

8.0 CALIBRATION................................................................................... 17

9.0 RS-232 INTERFACE.......................................................................... 18

9.1 INPUT COMMANDS FORMAT........................................................ 21

9.2 RS-232 SETUP ............................................................................... 22

9.3 REAL TIME CLOCK SETUP............................................................ 24

9.4 AUTO SLEEP FUNCTION............................................................... 25

10.0

BATTERY AND BACKLIGHT OPERATION................................... 25

10.1

BATTERY..................................................................................... 25

10.2

BACKLIGHT FOR LCD................................................................. 26

11.0

ERROR CODES.............................................................................. 27

12.0

SERVICE PARAMETERS............................................................... 28

12.1

USING “0000” TO ENTER THE CALIBRATION PARAMETER.... 28

13.0

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES............................. 30

14.0

SERVICE INFORMATION............................................................... 31

15.0

WARRANTY INFORMATION.......................................................... 32

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2.0 INTRODUCTION

• The GBC/GFC series provides accurate, fast and versatile parts counting scales.

• There are 2 types of scales within the GBC/GFC series: GBC/GFC scales are

kilogram/gram scales and the GBC/GFC-a scales are changeable from pounds to kilograms if the user requires it. The scales have the same functions except that GBC/GFC-a scales have the ability to toggle between the weighing units.

• All scales are supplied with a RS-232 bi-directional interface and real time clock

(RTC).

• The GBC/GFC has a sealed keypad with colour coded membrane switches and

there is a large, easy to read liquid crystal type display (LCD). The LCD is supplied with a backlight.

• The GBC/GFC include automatic zero tracking, audible alarm for pre-set counts,

automatic tare, pre-set tare, an accumulation facility that allows the count to be stored and recalled as an accumulated total.

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SPECIFICATIONS

GBC Models

Model #

Maximum Capacity

Readability

Repeatability (Std Dev)

Linearity +

Units of Measure Kilograms and Grams. Pounds for GBC XXa units

Stabilization Time 2-3 Secs

Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C / +14°F to +104°F

Power Supply 230VAC 50/60Hz. in Europe, Asia and South Africa.

Calibration External

Calibration Mass User Selectable

Display Backlit Green display 25mm with capacity tracker

Balance Housing Cast aluminium base, Pantone cool grey painted base, stainless steel grade 304 Top pan, ABS Cool grey indicator housing

Pan Size

Overal Dimensions (w x d x h)

Net Weight 7.6kg / 16.8 Lb

GBC 16 GBC 32 GBC 60

16kg 32kg 60kg 16kg/35lb 32kg/70lb 60kg/130lb

0.5g 1g 2g 0.5g/0.001lb 1g/0.002lb 2g/0.005lb

12vDC 800mA UL/CSA adapter for USA

300mm x 400mm x 50mm / 12” x 15.7” x 2”

300mmx 520mm x 660mm / 11.8” x 20.5” x 26”

GBC 35a

1g/0.002lb

GBC 70a

2g/0.004lb

GBC 130a

4g/0.01lb

Features Weighing/Counting/Checkweighing with LED lights/Percentage/Hold function/RS232

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GFC Models

Model #

Maximum Capacity

Readability

Repeatability (Std Dev)

Linearity +

Units of Measure Kilograms and Grams. Pounds for GFC XXa units

Stabilization Time 2-3 Secs

Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C / +14°F to +104°F

Power Supply 230VAC 50/60Hz. in Europe, Asia and South Africa.

Calibration External

Calibration Mass User Selectable

Display Backlit Green display 25mm with capacity tracker

Balance Housing Cast aluminum base, Pantone cool grey painted base, stainless steel grade 304 Top pan, ABS Cool grey indicator housing

Pan Size

Overal Dimensions (w x d x h)

Net Weight 12.5kg / 27.6 Lb

GFC 75 GFC150 GFC 300 GFC 165a GFC 330a GFC 660a

75kg 150kg 300kg 75kg / 165lb 150kg / 330lb 300kg / 660lb

5g 10g 20g 5g / 0.01lb 10g / 0.02lb 20g / 0.05lb

10g 20g 40g 10g / 0.02lb 20g / 0.04lb 40g / 0.1lb

12vDC 800mA UL/CSA adapter for USA

400mm x 500mm x 65mm/ 15.7” x 19.7” x 2.6”

400mmx 620mm x 860mm / 15.7” x 24.4” x 33.9”

Features Weighing/Counting/Checkweighing with LED lights/Percentage/Hold function/RS232

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3.0 INSTALLATION

3.1 UNPACKING

The user’s application and the technical specifications of the platform or load cell will determine the necessary configuration.

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 air-conditioning vents.

• Keep the scales clean. Do not stack material on

the scales when they are not in use.

3.3 SETTING UP THE

• 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 plastic support at the top. Excess cable can be stored within the tube.

• The GBC/GFC 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.

SCALES

• Attach the indicator module to the pillar by sliding it over the bracket

with the flanges engaged in the groves on the base. 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 which is at

the rear of the indicator. 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.

4.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS

Keys

[0-9, .] Numeric entry keys, used to manually enter a value for tare weights, unit

weight, and sample size.

[CE] Used to clear the unit weight or an erroneous entry.

[M+] Add the current count to the accumulator. Up to 99 values or full capacity of

the weight display can be added. Also prints the displayed values when Auto print is switched off.

Functions

[MR] To recall the accumulated memory.

[Pst]

To set the upper limit for the number of items counted. When this upper limit is exceeded the scale will sound the beeper.

[Print] To print the weight/ unit weight and count to a PC or printer using the RS-232

interface. Print the totals from memory when [MR] is pressed first.

[Smpl] Used to input the number of items in a sample.

[U.Wt./Units] Used to enter the weight of a sample manually.

Select the weighing unit when the “Unit Weight” display is at zero if enabled.

[Tare] Tares the scale. Stores the current weight in memory as a tare value, subtracts

the tare value from the weight and shows the results. This is the net weight. Entering a value using the keypad will store that as the tare value.

[Zero] Sets the zero point for all subsequent weighing to show zero.

5.0 DISPLAYS

The scales have three sections. These are “Weight”, “Unit Weight” and “Count”.

The LCD design is:

WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT

5.1 WEIGHT DISPLAY

It has 6-digit display to indicate the weight on the scale.

Net Weight Display, "Net"

Stability indicator, symbol

Zero indicator, 0 symbol

The weighing unit: kg, lb

COUNT

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