Cardinal DS Series, DS-30, DS-6, DS-12, DS-60 Operation Manual

Price Computing Scale

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DS Series

Operation Manual

Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co.
8529-M635-01 Rev B PO BOX 151 WEBB CITY, MO 64870 Printed in USA
04/09 PH [phone] - FAX [phone]
www.detectoscale.com

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Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 y [e-mail]

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing our Detecto DS Series Price Computing Scale. Your scale has been
designed to operate from 115 VAC 50/60 Hz (optional 230 VAC 50/60 Hz) or with the included
rechargeable battery pack. The battery pack is able to provide 100 hours continuous operation
(with backlight on) or 200 hours continuous operation (with backlight off).

This manual will guide you through setup and operation of your scale. Please read it
thoroughly before attempting to operate this scale and keep it handy for future reference.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

WARNING! This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency and if not

installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the
user will be responsible to take whatever measures necessary to correct the interference.

You may find the booklet "How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems"
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful. It is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Stock No. 001-000-00315-4.

All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without expressed written permission, of editorial or
pictorial content, in any manner, is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to
the use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this manual, the Seller assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from use of the information contained
herein. All instructions and diagrams have been checked for accuracy and ease of application;
however, success and safety in working with tools depend to a great extent upon the individual
accuracy, skill and caution. For this reason the Seller is not able to guarantee the result of any
procedure contained herein. Nor can they assume responsibility for any damage to property or
injury to persons occasioned from the procedures. Persons engaging the procedures do so
entirely at their own risk.

Serial Number_______________________

Date of Purchase ____________________

Purchased From_____________________

Before using this instrument, read this
manual and pay special attention to all
"WARNING" symbols:

PRECAUTIONS

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RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE

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IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL

WARNING

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSTALLATION wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1

Unpacking wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1
Placement wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1
Level Adjustment wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1
Power Connection wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1

AC Operation wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 1
KEY FUNCTIONS wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 2
ANNUNCIATORS wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 3
OPERATION wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 4

Power Switch wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 4

Display Backlight wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 4

Weight Display wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 4

Tare Operation wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 5

Normal Unit Price wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 5

PrePack Operation wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 5

Tare Operation To Obtain Net Weight wwwwwww 5

Metric Conversion wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 5
CALIBRATION wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 6
CALIBRATION SEAL INSTALLATION w w w w w w w w w w w w w 9
ERROR AND STATUS DISPLAYS wwwwwwwwwwwwwww 10
BEFORE YOU CALL SERVICE wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww 10
CARE AND CLEANING

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SPECIFICATIONS

Displays:
(.75” High LCD, with backlight)

Dimensions: 11.75" W x 12.63" D x 4.25" H

Platform Size 11.38" W x 8.25" D

Model

DS-6
DS-12
DS-30
DS-60

Zero Established on power up routine and maintained by

Power Built-in rechargeable battery pack or 115 VAC 50/60Hz or

Tare 100% of full scale capacity

Operating Temperature 32 ~ 104°F (0° ~ 40°C)

Weight = 5 Digits
Unit Weight = 5 Digits
Total Price = 6 Digits

(298mm x 321mm x 108mm)

(289mm x 210mm)

Capacity and Division Value

6 lb x .002 lb (3 kg x .001 kg)
12 lb x .005 lb (6 kg .002 kg)
30 lb x .01 lb (15 kg .005 kg)
60 lb x .02 lb (30 kg .01 kg)

auto-zero circuitry

230 VAC 50/60Hz

Humidity 25% ~ 95% RH

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INSTALLATION

Unpacking

Before beginning installation of your DS Series Price Computing Scale, make certain the
instrument has been received in good condition. Carefully remove the instrument from the
shipping carton and inspect it for any evidence of damage (such as exterior dents or
scratches) that may have taken place during shipment. Keep the carton and packing material
for return shipment if it should become necessary. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to
file all claims for any damages or loss incurred during transit.

Placement

Place the scale in an environment free of excessive dust and moisture and on a stable,
vibration-free level surface away from direct sunlight and any rapidly moving air source
(heating/cooling vents, fans, etc.). This will prevent sudden temperature changes and air
currents that may result in unstable weight readings. Keep the area around the scale clear to
provide adequate air circulation and make certain the power cord is routed out of the way of
normal traffic.

CAUTION! DO NOT place the scale on any unstable cart, stand or table. The
scale may fall causing injury to the operator, and seriously damage the unit,
or proper operation of the scale may be inhibited.

Level Adjustment

Check to make certain the scale is level. The level indicator
is located at the front of the scale. If the scale is not level
(the bubble will not be centered), loosen the locking ring on
all four (4) mounting feet and adjust them as required to
center the bubble and attain a level scale. Once the scale is
level, lock the mounting feet in place by tightening the
adjustment locking rings against the bottom of the scale.

Not Leveled

Leveled

Power Connection

The scale contains a power supply that converts the 110/120/220/240 VAC 50/60Hz wall
supply to the power required by the scale circuitry. The power supply also contains the
circuitry necessary to monitor and recharge the battery and is capable of operating the scale
and recharging the battery simultaneously.

AC Operation

Plug the power cord into a grounded, polarized wall receptacle that supplies 110/120 VAC
50/60Hz power. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, make certain it is a 3-wire, fully
grounded type using a minimum of 18-gauge wire. Be certain the power cord is routed out of
the way of normal traffic. If only an ungrounded wall receptacle is available, it is the
customer's responsibility to contact a qualified electrician to replace the ungrounded
receptacle with a grounded wall receptacle or have a grounding adapter properly installed.

CAUTION! To avoid electrical hazard, DO NOT under any circumstances, cut,
remove, alter, or in any way bypass the power cord-grounding prong.

NOTE! In areas subject to lightning strikes, additional protection (surge
suppressors) should be installed.

It is the responsibility of the customer to contact a qualified electrician to install the proper

power cord connector. Plug the power cord into a grounded, polarized wall receptacle that
supplies 220/240 VAC 50/60Hz power. Be certain the power cord is routed out of the way of
normal traffic.

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