Flintec FT-15D User Manual
WEIGHT INDICATOR
FT-15(D)
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Flintec GmbH
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74909 Meckesheim
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www.flintec.com
Table of Contents:
1 Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................................................4
2 Declaration of Conformity.............................................................................................................................5
3 Overview..........................................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Key Features.............................................................................................................................................6
3.2 Available Options and Accessoires...........................................................................................................6
3.3 Technical Specification .............................................................................................................................7
3.4 Housing Dimensions .................................................................................................................................8
3.4.1 Desk Type Housing ...........................................................................................................................................8
3.4.2 Stainless Steel Housing ....................................................................................................................................8
4 Installation and Commissioning...................................................................................................................9
4.1 Mechanical Installation..............................................................................................................................9
4.1.1 Jumpers.............................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 Electrical Connections...............................................................................................................................9
4.2.1 Power Supply and Grounding............................................................................................................................9
4.2.2 Standard Load Cell Connection (for FT-15 only) .............................................................................................10
4.2.3 Digital Load Cell Connection (for FT-15D only)...............................................................................................10
4.3 Commissioning........................................................................................................................................10
5 Front Panel and Keypad..............................................................................................................................11
5.1 Weight Display and Status LEDs ............................................................................................................11
5.2 Keypad ....................................................................................................................................................12
5.3 Key lock (for FT-15 only).........................................................................................................................12
6 Vehicle Weighing..........................................................................................................................................13
6.1 First and Second Weighing.....................................................................................................................13
6.2 Weighing with Preset Vehicle Weight .....................................................................................................18
6.3 Transit Weighing .....................................................................................................................................19
7 Reports..........................................................................................................................................................20
7.1 Daily Report.............................................................................................................................................20
7.2 Report between two Dates......................................................................................................................20
7.3 Report between two Ticket Numbers......................................................................................................21
7.4 Report of Temporary First Weighing Memory.........................................................................................21
7.5 Accumulated Report for Preset Vehicle Weights....................................................................................22
7.6 Reprint the Weighing Ticket....................................................................................................................22
8 Memory Operations......................................................................................................................................23
8.1 Temporary First Weighing Memory.........................................................................................................23
8.2 ID Memory...............................................................................................................................................23
8.3 Preset Vehicle Weight Memory...............................................................................................................23
9 Setup and Calibration..................................................................................................................................24
9.1 Basics......................................................................................................................................................24
9.1.1 Basic Setup Keys on the Frontplate ................................................................................................................24
9.1.2 Entering the Setup and Calibration Menu........................................................................................................24
9.1.3 Exiting the Setup and Calibration Menu ..........................................................................................................24
9.2 Defining the Digital Load cells (for FT-15D only) ....................................................................................25
9.2.1 Digital Load Cell Addressing ...........................................................................................................................25
9.2.2 Eccentricity Adjustment ...................................................................................................................................26
9.3 Configuration Parameters .......................................................................................................................27
9.4 Scale Parameters....................................................................................................................................27
9.5 Scale Calibration .....................................................................................................................................29
10 Alibi Memory and Legal Metrological Records .....................................................................................30
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Communication and Printer.....................................................................................................................31
11.1 Overview about Communication..........................................................................................................31
11.2 Serial Interface and Printer..................................................................................................................31
11.2.1 Standard Serial Interface Connector (RS232C) ..............................................................................................31
11.2.2 Optional Serial Interface Connector (RS232C, RS485, 20 mA TTY)...............................................................31
11.2.3 Continuous Output Mode ................................................................................................................................33
11.2.4 PC Software Interface Mode ...........................................................................................................................33
11.2.5 Host Mode .......................................................................................................................................................33
11.2.6 Print Mode .......................................................................................................................................................34
11.2.7 Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................36
11.3 Ethernet Option (for FT-15 only)..........................................................................................................38
11.3.1 Electrical Connections .....................................................................................................................................38
11.3.2 Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................38
11.3.3 Data Structure .................................................................................................................................................40
12 Traffic Light Control.................................................................................................................................41
13 Diagnostics ...............................................................................................................................................42
Appendix 1: FT-15(D) Setup and Calibration Menu.........................................................................................43
Appendix 2: Host Mode Data Structure............................................................................................................45
Appendix 3: Error Table.....................................................................................................................................47
Appendix 4: Parameter’s Default Table............................................................................................................48
Appendix 5: Calibration Table...........................................................................................................................50
RIGHTS AND LIABILITIES
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Flintec GmbH
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 book, FLINTEC assumes no responsibility for errors or
omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein.
The information herein is believed to be both accurate and reliable. FLINTEC, however, would be obliged to be
informed if any errors occur. FLINTEC cannot accept any liability for direct or indirect damages resulting from
the use of this manual.
FLINTEC reserves the right to revise this manual and alter its content without notification at any time.
Neither FLINTEC nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages,
losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of
this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or failure to strictly comply with
FLINTEC operating and maintenance instructions.
FLINTEC shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those designated as Original FLINTEC Products.
NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2010 by Flintec GmbH, 74909 Meckesheim, Bemannsbruch 9, Germany
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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION READ this manual BEFORE operating or servicing this equipment. FOLLOW
these instructions carefully. SAVE this manual for future reference. DO NOT allow untrained
personnel to operate, clean, inspect, maintain, service, or tamper with this equipment.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT this equipment from the power source before cleaning or performing
maintenance. CALL FLINTEC ENGINEERING for parts, information, and service.
WARNING ONLY PERMIT QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.
EXERCISE CARE WHEN MAKING CHECKS, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS THAT MUST BE
MADE WITH POWER ON. FAILING TO OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT
IN BODILY HARM.
WARNING FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD CONNECT TO
PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG.
WARNING DISCONNECT ALL POWER TO THIS UNIT BEFORE REMOVING THE FUSE
OR SERVICING.
WARNING BEFORE CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING ANY INTERNAL ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS OR INTERCONNECTING WIRING BETWEEN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
ALWAYS REMOVE POWER AND WAIT AT LEAST THIRTY (30) SECONDS BEFORE ANY
CONNECTIONS OR DISCONNECTIONS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF THE
EQUIPMENT OR BODILY HARM.
CAUTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE
DEVICES.
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2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EG-Konformitätserklärung
0
Monat/Jahr: month/year: 06/2010
Hersteller: Manufacturer: Flintec GmbH
Anschrift: Address:
Produktbezeichnung: Product name: FT-15 Weight Indicator
Das bezeichnete Produkt stimmt mit folgenden Vorschriften der Europäischen Richtlinien überein:
This product confirms with the following re gula tions o f the Directive s of the European Community
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen
Parlaments und des Rates vom 15. Dezember 2004
zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten über die elektromagnetische
Verträglichkeit und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie
89/336/EWG
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG Niederspannungs-Richtlinie
EC-Declaration of Conformity
Bemannsbruch 9
D-74909 Meckesheim
Deutschland / Germany
FT-15D Digital Weight Indicator
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 15th December 2004 on the approximation of the
laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic
compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
Directive 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
Die Absicherung aller produktspezifischen
Qualitätsmerkmale erfolgt auf Basis eines zertifizierten
Qualitätsmanagement-Systems nach DIN ISO 9001.
Diese Erklärung bescheinigt die Übereinstimmung mit
den genannten Richtlinien, beinhaltet jedoch keine
Zusicherung von Eigenschaften.
Folgende Normen werden zum Nachweis der Übereinstimmung mit den Richtlinien eingehalten:
As a proof of conformity with the directives following standards are fulfilled:
EN 61326-1
EN 60950-1
Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte - EMV-Anforderungen - Teil 1: Allgemeine
Anforderungen (IEC 61326-1:2005)
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC requirements - Part 1: General
requirements (IEC 61326-1:2005)
Einrichtungen der Informationstechnik - Sicherheit - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (IEC 609501:2005, modifiziert);
Information technology equipment - Safety - Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60950-1:2005 modified)
All product-related features are assured by a quality
system in accordance with ISO 9001.
This declaration certifies the conformity with the listed
directives, but it is no promise of characteristics.
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3 OVERVIEW
The type FT-15(D) weight indicator is an economic and powerful state-of-the-art vehicle scale indicator
designed for easy application and reporting at weighbridges. For direct access to the weighing process the
instrument features first weighing, second weighing and single weighing keys.
FT-15(D) weight indicators can be used in both single range or dual range scales. The weight data can be
directly printed on a label together with header and footer, date and time, vehicle ID, ID1 and ID 2. It also has a
built-in data memory for 99 vehicle weights and 99 alphanumerical ID1 and ID2 strings. Alphanumeric headers
and ID1 & ID2 such as customer, products etc. can be freely defined and downloaded to FT-15(D) for later
printing. FT-15(D) is approved by Weights & Measures Authorities for use in Accuracy Class III applications with
up to 10000 intervals according to OIML R76 and EN 45501 standards. It has a large 6 digit LED weight display
(red, 20 mm) with weight status information. The accurate instrument is available in two different housings which
are desk type housing or stainless steel housing.
3.1 Key Features
FT-15D FT-15
EU Type approved for 10 000 intervals Yes Yes
Single or dual range Yes Yes
Approved sensitivity 0.4 V/e
High internal resolution up to 8 000 000 counts Yes Yes
Display resolution up to 60 000 counts Yes Yes
Maximum conversion rate of 100/s Yes
Adaptive digital filter for fast and stable reading Yes Yes
High resolution display mode Yes Yes
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or 18 load cells (1100 )
Up to 10 digital load cells (DLC); 16 if externally powered Yes
Automatic eccentricity adjustment Yes
Realtime clock Yes Yes
Standard Serial interface RS232C Yes Yes
Integrated AC power supply Yes Yes
Zeroing with one button & auto zero tracking Yes Yes
Up to 99 preset vehicle weight data memory Yes Yes
FT-15(D) stores last 9 583 weighing results for reporting Yes Yes
2 different ID codes and 99 alphanumerical ID memories Yes Yes
Ticket printouts incl. header, footer and alphanumeric IDs Yes Yes
Ticket printouts incl. header, footer and alphanumeric IDs Yes Yes
Key lock option to prevent unauthorized access Yes Yes
Yes
Yes
3.2 Available Options and Accessoires
FT-15D FT-15
Additional serial interface RS232C Yes Yes
Additional serial interface RS485 Yes Yes
Ethernet TCP/IP Yes
Digital I/O ( for traffic light control) Yes Yes
Flintec IndFace Software Yes Yes
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3.3 Technical Specification
Accuracy
Accuracy class: III
EU Type approved: 10 000 intervals (single range); 2x 6 000 intervals (dual range)
Display and Keyboard
Display: 6 digits, 7 segments, LED red, 20 mm high (Panel type 14 mm high)
Display update rate: 250 ms
Status annunciators Gross, net, motion, zero, weighing range, information, power, unit, programme state
Keyboard: 18-keys; membran with tactile feedback
On / off switch Yes
Key lock Basic weighing related keys can be locked against unauthorized access
A/D Converter
A/D converter type:
Conversion rate: Max. 100 measurement values per second
Input sensitivity: 0.4 V/e (approved), 0.1 V/d (non approved)
Analogue input range: 0 to 20 mV
Internal resolution: Up to 8 000 000 counts
Display resolution: Up to 60 000 counts
Scale Calibration and Functions
Calibration: By application weights
Corner adjustment: Automatic Only externally
Digital filter: 5 step adjustable
Application modes: Basic weighing, vehicle scale application
Weighing functions: Zero, auto zero tracking, motion detection, auto zero at power up
Other functions: Traffic light control (needs digital I/O option)
Alibi memory: Last 9583 records
Linearity:
Load cells
Communication & protocol: RS485, compatible to RC3D
Excitation: 12 V DC, max. 450 mA
Number of load cells:
Connection:
Communication:
Continuous mode update rate: 100 ms
Option board update rate: 40 ms
Power supply:
Environment and Enclosure
Operation temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C legal for trade; max. 85% RH, non-condensing
Enclosure Aluminium cast desk type (IP30) or stainless steel (IP65)
Up to 10 (directly powered) or
up to 16 (externally powered)
4-wire technique, 2 wires for digital
interface and 2 wires for power supply
Standard serial interface RS232C; 1 200 to 57 600 baud; programmable
FT-15D FT-15
24 bit Delta-Sigma ratiometric
with integral analog and digital filters
200…240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, max. 12 VA
Within 0.0015% FS, 2 ppm/°C
5 V DC at 58...1200 max. 100 mA
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or
18 load cells (1 100 ) connected in parallel
4- or 6-wire technique. Cable length is
274 m/mm² for 6-wire connection
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3.4 Housing Dimensions
3.4.1 Desk Type Housing
140
Desk type front view Desk type side view
RS232
OPTIO
S/N
Desk type rear view Dimensions of Desk type housing with wall mount kit
155195
187
179
LOAD CELL
3.4.2 Stainless Steel Housing
220
220
220
Stainless steel housing front view Stainless steel housing side view
160
160
160
70
70
15
15
15
230
230
230
100 mm deep with big backplane option
100
100
100
70
70
70
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4 INST ALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
PRECAUTION: Please read this manual carefully before energizing the indicator. Perform the commissioning
operation according the procedure given here. Use trained personnel for cleaning, commissioning, checking and
service of the indicator. The interference of untrained personnel may cause some unwanted damages or injures.
Note: In this manual the term “Digital Load Cell“ will be refered to “DLC“.
4.1 Mechanical Installation
First of all please determine the place where your indicator can operate safely. This place should be clean, not
getting direct sun light if possible, with a temperature between -10 ºC and +40 ºC, humidity not exceeding 85%
non-condensing. Take care to the housing dimensions and the suggested panel hole dimensions given in
chapter 3.4. All the cables should be installed safely to avoid mechanical damages.
To avoid electrical noise protect your indicator which has very low input signal level from the equipment that
produces electrical noise, especially in panel mounting.
4.1.1 Jumpers
There are three jumpers on the instrument’s main board/weighing board for calibration and for switching on/off.
To change the position of this jumpers, open the housing and perform the necessary changes before energizing
the indicator.
Figure 4.1 FT-15(D) Main board
J8 On/Off Switch
(always short circuit at the Panel type)
J2 Calibration
(short circuit for calibration)
J17 short circuit for on/off key function
4.2 Electrical Connections
4.2.1 Power Supply and Grounding
FT-15(D) is available with 230 V AC power supply and will be supplied with a power cable.
The quality of the instrument’s ground will determine the accuracy and the safety of your indicator. A poor
ground can result in an unsafe condition if an electrical short cuircuit happens. A good ground connection is
needed to minimize extraneous electrical noise pulses. It is important that the instrument does not share power
lines with noise-generating equipment such as heavy load switching, motor control equipments, inductive loads,
etc. If the condition of the power line in the plant is bad, prepare a special power line and grounding.
If you have to service the indicator, turn off the power and wait at least for 30 seconds before interfering.
All connectors are at the rear side of the housings of desk and panel types. The stainless steel housings must
be opened to make the required connections. These connections must be done as described below.
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4.2.2 Standard Load Cell Connection (for FT-15 only)
The load cell wiring should be made carefully before energizing to avoid damages to the weight indicator and
the load cells. The input resistance of the load cells that you want to connect should be more than 58 .
The sense pins of the instrument should be connected. In 4-wire installations the sense and excitation pins with
the same polarity should be short circuited at the connector side.
6-wire Load Cell
Connection
+ Excitation + Excitation 1 1
+ Sense + Excitation 2 2
Shield Shield 3 4
- Sense - Excitation 4 6
- Excitation - Excitation 5 7
+ Signal + Signal 7 3
- Signal - Signal 8 5
Shield Shield Connector body 4
4-wire Load Cell
Connection
Pin no. for desk type housing
(D-Sub, 9-pin, female)
Pin no. for Stainless steel housing
(J12 connector)
4.2.3 Digital Load Cell Connection (for FT-15D only)
The signal cable between the instrument and the junction box must be suitable for high speed RS485. The
cable must have a common shield. Please also take care for the correct termination of the RS485 bus (see also
manual of type KPFD junction box).
Definition
+ Power 5 5
- Power 3 6
COM A 9 2
COM B 7 3
Shielding Connector body 4
Pin no. for desk type housing
(D-Sub, 9-pin, female)
Pin no. for stainless steel housing
(J12 connector)
4.3 Commissioning
After making the required installations and connections to your indicator, turn the power on and perform
following steps:
Get familiar with the instrument’s setup mode (see chapter 9.1)
For FT-15D only: Define the digital load cells (see chapter 9.2)
Define the configuration parameters (see chapter 9.3)*
Define the scale parameters (see chapter 9.4)
Calibrate the scale (see chapter 9.5)
* Note: Most of the parameters can be skipped for later setup. Please take care for the parameters which may
be locked by the J2 calibration jumper in legal for trade applications (see Appendix 1: Setup and Calibration
Menu of the instrument).
If you want to use the Flintec IndFace Software for FT-15(D) then you have to set up the instrument’s standard
serial interface to host mode (see chapter 11.2) before you adjust all the configuration parameters.
After checking the performance of your weighing instrument you can begin to use the indicator.
If there are peripheral connections, first you should turn the power off; make the peripheral connections, perform
the required safety checks and energize the indicator. Then set the related parameters and check if the
peripheral devices are operating properly.
If required perform following additional steps:
Set up the serial interfaces (see chapter 11.2)
Printer setup (see chapter 11.2)
Ethernet Setup (see chapter 11.3)
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5 FRONT PANEL AND KEYPAD
5.1 Weight Display and Status LEDs
FT-15FT-15
Figure 5.1 Front panel view of FT-15(D)
The weight display of FT-15(D) is a 6 digit LED with 20 mm height. At the right side of the display there are
three status LEDs for indicating “Gross”, “Info” and the standard unit “kg”.
Below and left to the weight display there are 12 status LEDs related to the weighing process.
The meanings of the various LEDs are:
Status LEDs
LED Meaning
Ready
1
2
PTVehic
TRANSIT
Indicates the instrument is ready for a new weighing cycle
Indicates the first weighing process
Indicates the second weighing process
Indicates the instrument is in the preset vehicle weighing process
Indicates the transit weighing process
Key lock: is active
Power: This LED will flash in case of supply voltage decrease. If the voltage decreases too much the
indicator will automatically shut off.
Range: With multi range scales these LED indicates the current operating range. For single range
scales only the first range LED is lit.
Preset tare: Indicator works with a preset tare
Stable: The weight value on the display is stable
Center of zero: The weight is in the center of zero (see param. [203] in chap.6.3)
Info: The instrument displays information different from the weight
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5.2 Keypad
The meaning of the front panel keys and the key functions are:
FT-15(D) Meaning
Power On/Off: This key is used for turning the instrument on or off. To switch off the key must be
pressed and hold at least for 2 seconds. There is no On/Off key on panel type housings.
Function: This key is used in combination with other keys to enter any function or to quit without saving.
Reset: Reset any weighing process
Info: This key is used to view the last printed ticket no. CN, the vehicle quantity in the temporary first
weighing memory [Temp ] as well as Date and Time information. To toggle between these infos you have
to press this key repeatedly and finally you will return to the weighing mode again.
Manual Zero: If the scale doesn’t show zero while there is no load on the scale, you can zero the scale
by pressing this key.
Key Lock Key: You can activate or deactivate the key lock function by pressing the <F> and <Key Lock>
keys sequentially.
Transit: Pressing this key starts the transit weighing cycle.
Preset Vehicle Weighing: Pressing this key starts the weighing cycle with a preset vehicle weight value.
First weighing: Pressing this key starts the first vehicle weighing cycle.
Second weighing: Pressing this key starts the second vehicle weighing cycle.
Enter: This key is used to go to the next step within a weighing cycle. It is also used for confirming an
entered value and to get to the next parameter in setup mode.
ID: Used for numerical ID entry.
Numerical Keys: These keys are used for entering numerical values.
Memory: This key is used to enter data to the preset vehicle weight memory or the ID memory or to store
a vehicle weight to the memory.
High Resolution: By pressing this key the weight value will be shown with a higher resolution for a short
period.
Label No: After pressing this key, first [CN ] message appears on the display then you can see the CN
no. By pressing the <F> key or after a while automatically it returns to weighing mode
Reprint: This key is used for reprinting the last weight ticket if the indicator is in the instrument ready
status.
Report Daily: This key is used for a daily report.
Report DD: This key is used for a report between two dates
Report CN: This key is used for a report between two ticket numbers.
Report Accu PV: This key is used for accumulator report of the vehicles in the preset vehicle
weight memory.
5.3 Key lock (for FT-15 only)
The instrument has the capability to lock the keys to avoid unauthorized person’s interference. You can activate
or deactivate this function by pressing the <F> and <Key Lock> keys sequentially. The LED with the key sign
(below the display) indicates the keys are locked.
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6 VEHICLE WEIGHING
The FT-15(D) Weight Indicator can be used in various type of vehicle weighing which are
First & Second weighing,
Weighing with preset vehicle weight and
Transit weighing.
If no vehicle weighing cycle is in operation, the indicator waits in the instrument ready status by lightening the
“Ready” LED on the left top of the display. One of the operation keys may start any weighing cycle. The
weighing tickets, if any, are created automatically after a weighing cycle has been finalized.
If FT-15 in the instrument ready status receives a print command (“ASCII P” via communication interface or
manual print), the indicator transmits the weighing results via the communication interface. This feature is a
benefit for the user. In normal operation a PC software initiates ticket printing, but in case of problems with the
PC the FT-15 indicator can directly print the ticket on a local printer. The weighing results may be transferred to
the PC afterwards, when the PC has returned to normal operation.
Warning: In normal weighbridge operation the operator MUST be very attentive and concentrated. Correct data
entry is mandatory. If the operator enters wrong data, it is NOT possible to cancel the operation or to change the
record in the data memory AFTER the ticket has been printed.
6.1 First and Second Weighing
This is the most common vehicle weighing procedure; the vehicle will be weighed two times and after the
second weighing the ticket will be printed with the difference as the net weight.
First weighing:
The first weighing data will be stored temporarily to the temporary first weighing memory and a first weighing
ticket for the second weighing cycle may be created.
First weighing can be done with or without printing the first weighing ticket (refer to parameter [045 ]).
The first weighing ticket includes the temporary first weighing memory code, the first weight value and the
vehicle ID, if any.
Second weighing:
This second weighing data will be combined with the first weighing data to create the weighing ticket. After the
second weighing has been finalized, the corresponding temporarily stored data to the temporary first weighing
memory can not be used again. The vehicle weighing data will be stored, too.
The first and the second weighing cycles are described on the following pages.
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First weighing cycle with printing first weighing label (parameter 045=1):
Steps Vehicle Position Description
[ 0 kg ]
[ 9760 kg ]
[ First ]
[ V. Id ]
[
584 ]
[ Id1 ]
[
78 ]
[ Id2 ]
[
22 ]
[ Print ]
[
9760 kg ]
There is no vehicle
on the weighbridge.
(Unloaded Scale)
Vehicle is parked on
the scale and the
engine is stopped.
Vehicle is on the
scale + the displayed
weight is stable.
If the indication is not 0 kg, press the
<Zero> key before loading the scale in the
instrument ready status.
Load the scale.
Press the <First> key to start the first
weighing cycle.
Message will be displayed for 1 second.
Enter the vehicle ID numerically,if this entry
is defined for the first weighing.
(refer to parameter [042]).
Press the <Enter> key.
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for the
first weighing (refer to parameter [043]).
Press the <Enter> key.
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for first
weighing. (refer to parameter [044 ]).
Press the <Enter> key.
If the vehicle has finalized the weighing
process, press the <Enter> key to save and
print the first weighing ticket.
[ Cod XX ]
Temporary memory code number will be
automatically created and displayed for 15
seconds. First weighing ticket is printed.
[ Unload ]
[
9760 kg ]
Message appears until the scale gets
unloaded.
[ 0 kg]
Vehicle leaves the
scale.
Unload the scale.
If the displayed weight is less than 20e or
the <F> key is pressed, FT-15 returns to
the instrument ready status.
Press the <F> key to cancel the first weighing cycle.
Go to the temporary first weighing memory to delete the first weighing record.
[Code FL] message appears, if the temporary first weighing memory is full. Check the memory for records
which can be deleted or wait until any second weighing cycle to free memory for a new 1
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weighing.
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First weighing cycle without printing first weighing label (parameter 045=0):
Steps Vehicle Position Description
[ 0 kg ]
[ 9760 kg ]
[ First ]
[ V. Id ]
[
584 ]
[ Id1 ]
[
78 ]
[ Id2 ]
[
22 ]
[Save W ]
[
9760 kg ]
There is no vehicle
on the weighbridge.
(Unloaded Scale)
Vehicle is parked on
the scale and the
engine is stopped.
Vehicle is on the
scale + the displayed
weight is stable.
If the indication is not 0 kg, press the
<Zero> key before loading the scale in the
instrument ready status.
Load the scale.
Press the <First> key to start the first
weighing cycle.
Message will be displayed for 1 second.
Enter a vehicle ID number numerically (up
to 6 digits) as a first weighing code.
Press the <Enter> key.
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for the
first weighing (refer to parameter [043]).
Press the <Enter> key.
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for first
weighing. (refer to parameter [044]).
Press the <Enter> key.
If the vehicle has finalized the weighing
process, press the <Enter> key to save the
weighing result.
[ Unload ]
[
9760 kg ]
[ 0 kg]
Vehicle leaves the
scale.
Message appears until the scale gets
unloaded.
Unload the scale.
If the displayed weight is less than 20e or
the <F> key is pressed, FT-15 returns to
the instrument ready status.
Press the <F> key to cancel the first weighing cycle.
If the vehicle ID already exist in the first memory the [Change ] message will be displayed.
Go to the temporary first weighing memory to delete the first weighing record.
[Code FL] message appears, if the temporary first weighing memory is full. Check the memory for records
which can be deleted or wait until any second weighing cycle to free memory for a new 1
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weighing.
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Second weighing cycle with printing first weighing label (parameter 045=1):
Steps Vehicle Position Description
[ 0 kg ]
[ 28680 kg ]
[Second ]
[ Cod XX ]
There is no vehicle
on the weighbridge.
(Unloaded Scale)
Vehicle is parked on
the scale and the
engine is stopped.
Vehicle is on the
scale + the
displayed weight is
stable.
If the indication is not 0 kg, press the
<Zero> key before loading the scale in the
instrument ready status.
Load the scale.
Press the <Second> key to start the
second weighing cycle.
Message will be displayed for 1 second.
Enter temporarily the first weighing code.
[ First ]
[
9760 kg ]
The first weight in the memory will be
displayed. Press the <Enter> key to go to
the next step
[ V. Id ]
[
584 ]
Enter the the vehicle ID numerically if this
entry is defined for the second weighing.
(refer to parameter [042]).
Press <Enter> key.
[ Id1 ]
[
78 ]
[ Id2 ]
[
22 ]
[ Print ]
[
28680 kg ]
[ Sure XX ]
[ Unload ]
[
28680 kg ]
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for
second weighing (refer to parameter [043]).
Press the <Enter> key.
Press the <M> key to select from the ID
memory or press the <ID> key for a
numeric entry, if this entry is defined for
second weighing (refer to parameter [044]).
Press the <Enter> key.
If the vehicle has finalized the weighing
process, press the <Enter> key to save and
print the weighing result.
If the displayed temporary first weighing
code is correct, press the <Enter> key; if
not, press the <Reset> key. The second
weighing ticket will be printed.
Message appears until the scale gets
unloaded.
[ 0 kg]
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Vehicle leaves the
scale.
Unload the scale.
If the displayed weight is less than 20e or
the <F> key is pressed, FT-15 returns to
the instrument ready status.
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