Fairbanks 4100 User Manual

Operator Manual

Pallet Weigh Plus

4100 SERIES

PALLET JACK SCALE

© Copyright 2012-2013 Fairbanks Scales, Inc.
All Rights Reserved 10/13

51287 Revision 2

Amendment Record

PALLET WEIGH

DOCUMENT 51287

Manufactured by Fairbanks Scales Inc.

821 Locust

Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Created 05/2012

Revision 1 05/2012 Released Manual

Revision 2 10/2013 Updated specifications and Error codes.

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Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information in this manual. However,
although this manual may include a specifically identified warranty notice for the product, Fairbanks
Scales makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this manual, and
reserves the right to make changes to this manual without notice when and as improvements are
made.

© Copyright 2012-2013

This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved; no part
of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means
without prior written permission of the manufacturer

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................. 6

1.1. Description ................................................................................................................. 6

1.2. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................. 6

SECTION 2: GENERAL POLICIES ............................................................................ 8

2.1. Customer Responsibility ............................................................................................ 8

2.1.1. Unpacking ............................................................................................................................ 9

2.1.2. Equipment Location ............................................................................................................. 9

2.1.3. Safety ................................................................................................................................. 10

2.2. Users’ Responsibilities ............................................................................................. 11

SECTION 3: INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 12

3.1. System Set up ......................................................................................................... 12

3.2. Installing the batteries .............................................................................................. 13

SECTION 4: OPERATION ........................................................................................ 14

4.1. Proper Operation ..................................................................................................... 14

4.2. Front panel layout .................................................................................................... 14

4.3. Front keys and indications ....................................................................................... 15

4.4. Operating the Scale ................................................................................................. 16

4.4.1. Power-Up the Scale ........................................................................................................... 16

4.4.2. Zeroing the Scale ............................................................................................................... 16

4.4.3. Gross Weight ..................................................................................................................... 16

4.4.4. Manual Tare Entry ............................................................................................................. 17

4.4.5. Automatic Tare Entry .......................................................................................................... 18

4.4.6. ID Code Entry ..................................................................................................................... 18

4.4.7. Sample Entry ..................................................................................................................... 19

4.4.8. Piece Weight Entry ............................................................................................................ 20

4.4.9. Totaling .............................................................................................................................. 21

4.4.10. Change Units ................................................................................................................... 22

4.4.11. Setting Time and Date (Optional) .................................................................................... 22

SECTION 5: PRINTER ............................................................................................. 24

5.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................. 24

5.2. Print Examples ......................................................................................................... 24

5.3. Changing Printer Paper ............................................................................................ 25

SECTION 6: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................... 26

6.1. Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 26

6.2. Error Messages ....................................................................................................... 26

6.3. Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 26

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Section 1: General Information

1.1. DESCRIPTION

The Pallet Weigh Plus™ Pallet Jack Scale is a NTEP scale designed for
determining pallet shipping weights, checking pallet weights on incoming goods, and
helps prevent overloading of trailers. Some of the primary features include the
following:

• It includes an easy to read LCD display

• A capacity of 5000 pounds. NTEP approved.

• 0.1% accuracy of applied weight

• Battery operation (12Vdc battery pack).

• Totalizing with a sequential number

• Piece sampling and counting

• Automatic Power Saving feature after 30 minutes of no scale activity.

• Optional printer

1.2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Models

Capacity
Resolution
Maximum Inaccuracy
Power Supply
Battery Life
Battery Charging Time
Battery Charger
Display
Junction Box
Load Cells
Excitation
Keypad
Printer
Steering Wheels
Loading Wheels
Pallet Truck Weight
Color
Pump

Environment

Ratings

Operating Temperature

Product No. 32155 [Model 4103]
Product No. 32156 [Model 4103] w/Printer

[Model 4103] 3000 lbs [Model 4105] 5000 lbs

[Model 4103] 1.0 lbs [Model 4105] 2.0 lbs

0.1% of applied load

12 Vdc 1.5Ah (Replaceable Battery Pack)
Up to 35 hours
Approximately 6 hours

117VAC/ 12Vdc 300mA

LCD 0.7” height with backlight

Potentiometers for summing of load cells. Push terminals for load cell connections.

350 ohm @ 3mV/V

5 Vdc

Five (5) function keys

Thermal Roll Tape

Polyurethane

Polyurethane, Single

Approximately 285 lbs

Yellow epoxy

Quick Lift

Indicator: NEMA 4 Load cells and cabling: NEMA 5

-10˚C (15˚F) to +40˚C (105˚F)

Product No. 32098 [Model 4105]
Product No. 32099 [Model 4105] w/Printer

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Section 1: General Information

Figure 1-1

Dimensions

A

Fork Length 47.5 inches

B

Fork Width 6.7 inches

C

Minimum Fork Height
Minimum space between forks and floor

D

Maximum Fork Height
Lifting Height

E

Width over Forks 27 inches

F

Height to Top of Indicator 30 inches

3.25 inches

0.87 inches

8 inches

4.75 inches

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Section 2: General Policies

2.1. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

It is the customer/operator's responsibility to ensure the equipment
provided by Fairbanks is operated within the parameters of the
equipment's specifications and protected from accidental or
malicious damage.

W A R N I N G !

Absolutely NO physical, electrical or program modifications other

than selection of standard options and accessories can be made
by customers to this equipment

Repairs are to be performed by Fairbanks Scales Service
Technicians or Authorized Distributor Personnel ONLY!

Failure to comply with this policy voids all implied and/or written
warranties

  IMPORTANT NOTICE  

Electric arc welding can severely damage scale components
such as digital weight indicators, junction boxes, power
supplies, and load cells.

NOTE:

Representative.

For additional information, please contact a

Fairbanks Scales Service

Failure to comply with this policy voids all implied and/or
written warranties.

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Section 2: General Policies

2.1.1. Unpacking

Follow these guidelines when unpacking all equipment:

• Check in all components and accessories according to the customer's order.

• Remove all components from their packing material, checking against the invoice

that they are accounted for and not damaged.

• Advise the shipper immediately, if damage has occurred.

• Order any parts necessary to replace those which have been damaged.

• Keep the shipping container and packing material for future use.

• Check the packing list.

• Collect all necessary installation manuals for the equipment and

accessories.

• Open the equipment and perform an inspection, making certain
that all hardware, electrical connections, and printed circuit
assemblies are secure.

• Do not reinstall the cover if the final installation is to be
performed after the pre-installation checkout.

2.1.2. Equipment Location

Position the equipment with these points in mind:

• Intense direct sunlight can harm the display.

• Work areas should be relatively free from drafts and

vibrations.

• Do not locate near magnetic material or equipment/instruments which use
magnets in their design.

• Avoid areas which have extreme variations in room temperatures. Temperatures
outside the instrument’s specifications will affect the weighing accuracy of this
product.

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