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LOADRITE™ L2180 User Manual
Software Number: 60364 Version Number: 2.50
Document Number: MAN-80987-04
Issued Date: August 2013
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE LOADRITE™ WEIGHING SYSTEM
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
It is your sole responsibility to place, secure and use the LOADRITE™ Weighing System in a manner that will not cause
accidents, personal injury or property damage. Always observe safe operating practices.
Do not install the LOADRITE™ Weighing System in a way that may interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle, or
deployment of safety equipment.
Before you use the LOADRITE™ Weighing System for the first time, familiarize yourself with the system and its operation.
Do not handle the LOADRITE™ Weighing System if it is hot. Let the product cool, out of direct sunlight.
Ensure that the LOADRITE™ Weighing System is connected to a power source with the correct fitting and voltage
requirements.
Do not attempt to service the LOADRITE™ Weighing System as this could result in personal injury.
Removing LOADRITE™ Weighing System equipment or adding accessories could affect the accuracy of weighing data and
your warranty.
Do not install cables over horizontal surfaces where they may be stood on or hit by falling objects.
Failure to adhere to these warnings and cautions may lead to death, serious injury or property damage. Actronic Ltd
disclaims all liability for installation or use of the LOADRITE™ Weighing System that causes or contributes to death,
injury or property damage, or that violates any law.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. WELCOME .................................................................................................................................. 1-6
2. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 2-7
2.1. LOADRITE™ equipped loader ................................................................................... 2-8
2.2. Indicator features ....................................................................................................... 2-9
2.3. Accurate weighing .................................................................................................... 2-10
3. THE DAY-TO-DAY WEIGHING PROCESS ............................................................................... 3-11
3.1. How do I turn on the Indicator? ................................................................................ 3-11
3.2. How do I log in? ....................................................................................................... 3-11
3.3. How do I perform a warm-up? .................................................................................. 3-12
3.4. How do I zero the empty bucket? ............................................................................. 3-12
3.5. How do I select a product to weigh? ......................................................................... 3-13
3.6. How do I weigh and add a bucket load? ................................................................... 3-13
3.7. How do I finish the load? .......................................................................................... 3-16
3.8. How do I put the Indicator into Standby mode? ........................................................ 3-16
4. THE TOTAL SCREEN ............................................................................................................... 4-17
4.1. Classic layout ........................................................................................................... 4-17
4.2. Compact layout ........................................................................................................ 4-18
4.3. Scroll layout ............................................................................................................. 4-18
4.4. The short and long totals .......................................................................................... 4-19
5. PRODUCT MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................................... 5-21
5.1. Customizable Data fields .......................................................................................... 5-21
5.2. Advanced Data Options ........................................................................................... 5-25
6. OPERATION MODES ................................................................................................................ 6-27
6.1. Target mode ............................................................................................................. 6-28
6.2. Batch Mode .............................................................................................................. 6-30
6.3. Mix mode ................................................................................................................. 6-33
6.4. Blend mode .............................................................................................................. 6-35
6.5. Split mode ................................................................................................................ 6-37
6.6. Grand Total mode .................................................................................................... 6-38
7. ADVANCED WEIGHING – TIP-OFF .......................................................................................... 7-39
7.1. Truck tip-off .............................................................................................................. 7-39
7.2. Stock pile tip-off ........................................................................................................ 7-40
8. ADVANCED WEIGHING – TARE WEIGHT ............................................................................... 8-41
8.1. How do I enter a tare weight? ................................................................................... 8-41
9. METRICS ................................................................................................................................... 9-42
10. PRINTING ................................................................................................................................ 10-43
10.1. Automatic printing .................................................................................................. 10-43
10.2. Printing on demand ................................................................................................ 10-43
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11. INTERNAL STORAGE ............................................................................................................. 11-47
11.1. Download ............................................................................................................... 11-47
11.2. Usage .................................................................................................................... 11-47
11.3. Reset ..................................................................................................................... 11-47
12. SETUP MENU .......................................................................................................................... 12-48
12.1. Setup... .................................................................................................................. 12-49
12.2. Auto-Add ................................................................................................................ 12-49
12.3. Tare Entry .............................................................................................................. 12-49
12.4. Unit Toggle ............................................................................................................. 12-49
12.5. Trig Screen ............................................................................................................ 12-49
12.6. Language ............................................................................................................... 12-50
12.7. Edit Password ........................................................................................................ 12-50
12.8. Scale # ................................................................................................................... 12-50
12.9. Module ................................................................................................................... 12-50
12.10. Data Edit ................................................................................................................ 12-50
12.11. Data List ................................................................................................................. 12-51
12.12. Clock ...................................................................................................................... 12-53
12.13. Display ................................................................................................................... 12-54
12.14. Long total ............................................................................................................... 12-55
12.15. Clear all .................................................................................................................. 12-55
12.16. Self test .................................................................................................................. 12-55
12.17. Uplink ..................................................................................................................... 12-56
12.18. Standby .................................................................................................................. 12-56
13. APPENDIX A: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 13-57
13.1. Weighing accuracy ................................................................................................. 13-57
13.2. Minimal weighing delay ................................................................ .......................... 13-57
13.3. Power requirements ............................................................................................... 13-57
13.4. Physical specifications ........................................................................................... 13-57
13.5. Environmental specifications .................................................................................. 13-57
13.6. Signal inputs and outputs ....................................................................................... 13-57
13.7. Clock ...................................................................................................................... 13-58
13.8. Available accessories ............................................................................................. 13-58
13.9. Output/Input connections ....................................................................................... 13-58
14. APPENDIX B: SPAN CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. 14-60
14.1. Checking the adjustment ........................................................................................ 14-61
15. APPENDIX C: ERROR MESSAGES ....................................................................................... 15-62
15.1. Bouncing load ........................................................................................................ 15-62
15.2. Bucket back? ......................................................................................................... 15-62
15.3. Bucket empty? ....................................................................................................... 15-62
15.4. Bucket not back ...................................................................................................... 15-62
15.5. Check power .......................................................................................................... 15-62
15.6. Check MAG/OPT ................................................................................................... 15-62
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15.7. Check rotary ........................................................................................................... 15-62
15.8. Check scale# ......................................................................................................... 15-63
15.9. Check tilt ................................................................................................................ 15-63
15.10. Check transducer ................................................................................................... 15-63
15.11. Check zero ............................................................................................................. 15-63
15.12. Lift under range ...................................................................................................... 15-63
15.13. Need emptying ....................................................................................................... 15-63
15.14. No lock ................................................................................................................... 15-63
15.15. Num Attempts Exceeded ........................................................................................ 15-63
15.16. Over target ............................................................................................................. 15-63
15.17. Overload ................................................................................................................ 15-64
15.18. Poor lift ................................................................................................................... 15-64
15.19. Pitch too high ......................................................................................................... 15-64
15.20. Printer disabled ...................................................................................................... 15-64
15.21. Printer error ............................................................................................................ 15-64
15.22. Return under range ................................................................................................ 15-64
15.23. Roll too high ........................................................................................................... 15-64
15.24. Speed changed ...................................................................................................... 15-64
15.25. Speed too high ....................................................................................................... 15-64
15.26. Tilt too high ............................................................................................................ 15-65
15.27. Too heavy, zero aborted ........................................................................................ 15-65
15.28. Warm-up lift ............................................................................................................ 15-65
16. APPENDIX D: GLOSSARY ..................................................................................................... 16-66
17. APPENDIX E: LEGAL INFORMATION.................................................................................... 17-69
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1. WELCOME
Thank-you for purchasing this LOADRITE™ Weighing System. Please read this manual carefully before using the Indicator for
the first time. Keep this manual in a safe place and use as your first point of reference.
Formatting
The following formatting in this manual identifies specific types of information:
Convention
Type of Information
Bold
Indicates a button on the Indicator, or
Indicates an area displayed on-screen, including buttons, headings, field names and
options.
Italics
Indicates the name of a screen or window, or
Indicates an operation mode that the Indicator can be set to.
Monospace
The exact error message displayed on-screen.
Action Terms
The following terms are used throughout this manual to describe actions:
Term
Description
Press
Push and release a button quickly.
Press and hold
Push and hold a button for 2-3 seconds.
Select
Use the arrow buttons to "highlight" an item in a menu or list, or
When searching for a product or Data Field value, use the keypad to enter the name
of the product. The product which matches the name entered will be "highlighted".
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2. INTRODUCTION
The LOADRITE™ weighing system measures the weight of loads lifted by wheel loaders, forklift trucks and similar machines
that use hydraulic rams to lift the load. The main parts of the LOADRITE™ Weighing System are:
the Indicator installed in the cab of the loader, and
the connected sensors installed on the lifting arms.
As a load is lifted, the trigger and hydraulic pressure transducers send information to the LOADRITE™ Indicator. This
information is converted into a digital weight reading that is displayed on the LOADRITE™ Indicator.
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System can add each lifted load to running totals so that Trucks are loaded accurately and daily
productivity levels can be tracked.
The LOADRITE™ Indicator is the main user interface with the LOADRITE™ Weighing System. It has an internal memory that
stores settings and production data even when it is turned off.
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2.1 LOADRITE™ EQUIPPED LOADER
Item
Description
Printer (optional)
Remote Add Button (optional)
LOADRITE™ Indicator
Ground Slope Sensor (optional)
Interlock Switch (optional; required for Legal for Trade application)
Trigger
Pressure Transducer
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2.2 INDICATOR FEATURES
Icon
Name
Description
Trigger Light
Illuminates when a load is lifted past the Trigger Point. When this light is on, the
load may be added.
Data Menu
Displays the Data Menu.
Target
Activates Target mode weighing.
Split
Activates Split mode weighing.
Tip-Off
Decimal Point
Activates Tip-off weighing.
Used to enter a decimal point.
Setup Menu
Standby Mode
Accesses the Setup Menu.
Press and hold for five seconds to enter Standby mode.
Up
Moves up a list of options.
Down
Moves down a list of options.
Enter
Selects an item.
Accepts changes.
One
Used to enter the number 1.
Two
Used to enter the number 2.
Three
Used to enter the number 3.
Four
Used to enter the number 4.
Five
Used to enter the number 5.
Six
Used to enter the number 6.
Seven
Used to enter the number 7.
Eight
Used to enter the number 8.
Nine
Used to enter the number 9.
Recall
Subtract
Back
Recalls the last load.
Subtracts the current load from the total.
Moves back one menu screen.
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Icon
Name
Description
Zero
Used to enter the number 0.
Add
Adds the current bucket load to the total.
Turn Auto-Add on or off.
Clear
Clears the short total for the current product.
Zero Bucket
Zeroes the empty bucket.
2.3 ACCURATE WEIGHING
For maximum accuracy, ensure that:
Check Zero is performed regularly.
Load lifting motion is steady and smooth, with no acceleration or bounce.
The bucket is fully rolled back during the lift.
The loader is on level ground.
Tip: If the Ground Slope Compensation sensor is installed, the loader does not have to be level when lifting.
2.3.1 Obtaining the Best Weighing Results
Lifting speed
For best results, operate the lift lever before accelerating the engine so that the machine does not rock as it lifts, i.e. use normal
revs.
Trigger Point
Start the lift well below the Trigger Point. This ensures that all acceleration and load bounce has been eliminated well before the
weighing sequence begins.
Note: We recommend that there are at least two seconds of lift before the Trigger Point.
Bounce
Most loaders have pneumatic tires which can cause the machine to bounce when lifting.
To minimize the effect of bounce, always operate the lift lever before accelerating the engine and start the lift well below the
Trigger Point.
Center of gravity
The hydraulic pressure in the lifting cylinders depends on where the center of gravity of the load is. It is important that the bucket
is always in the same position: fully rolled back.
2.3.2 Legal for Trade Systems
LOADRITE™ systems meet Legal for Trade requirements in certain countries. This enables material to be
weighed and sold directly from the loader.
For more information or to enquire if Legal for Trade is available in your country, contact your LOADRITE™
distributor.
Tip: Operating requirements for Legal for Trade systems are detailed in this User Manual where they differ from standard
operating requirements.
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3. THE DAY-TO-DAY WEIGHING PROCESS
The following is the basic process for day-to-day weighing with the LOADRITE™ Weighing System:
1) Turn on the Indicator and log in (if required).
2) Perform a warm-up.
3) Zero the empty bucket.
4) Select a product to weigh.
5) Weigh and add each bucketload.
6) When you have finished loading the truck, clear the short total.
7) When you have finished using the LOADRITE™ Weighing System, put the Indicator into Standby mode.
3.1 HOW DO I TURN ON THE INDICATOR?
The LOADRITE™ Indicator will turn on automatically when you start the loader.
3.2 HOW DO I LOG IN?
The Login functionality is only available if selected at installation.
The Login screen will display when the Indicator turns on, or comes out of Standby mode.
If you see the Login screen, complete the following to log in to the Indicator:
1) Press or to scroll up or down through the login names, or use the keypad to enter your login name.
2) When your login name is displayed, press .
3) Use the keypad to enter your PIN number, then press .
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3.3 HOW DO I PERFORM A WARM-UP?
For best weighing accuracy, the hydraulic fluid in the lift cylinders should be at normal operating temperature. This is achieved
by raising and lowering the empty bucket.
The above message will display if the Indicator has been turned off for more than one hour. If you see the above message, you
need to raise and then lower the empty bucket past the Trigger Point three times:
1) Raise the bucket past the Trigger Point.
2) Lower the bucket past the Trigger Point.
3) Repeat two more times until the message disappears.
When the warm-up has completed, the Live Weight screen will display.
3.4 HOW DO I ZERO THE EMPTY BUCKET?
The Check Zero functionality is only available if selected at installation.
It is necessary to periodically "zero" the Indicator because small errors can occur due to a build-up of material in the bucket. The
Friction and Ambient Compensation Technology (FACT) functionality is also updated as part of the zeroing process.
If you see the above message, you need to zero the empty bucket. The message will display:
Every 15 minutes for the first hour, and
Every 30 minutes thereafter (the default period is 30 minutes, but it may be set between 15-180 minutes).
Complete the following to zero the bucket:
IMPORTANT: When weighing a load, the loader must be level, and the bucket must be empty and kept fully-rolled back.
1) Ensure that the loader is level and the bucket is empty.
2) Raise the empty bucket.
3) Press .
The lifting speed will display.
Note: If during installation the FACT update was set to be skipped, press again to continue. The update may only be
skipped a set number of times before an update must be completed.
4) When the Lower Arms message is displayed, lower the empty bucket. The lowering speed will display.
Note: The same speed must be maintained for lifting and lowering. If the difference between speeds is too large, the
Indicator will prompt you to try again.
The Zero Updated message will display, before the Total screen is displayed.
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3.5 HOW DO I SELECT A PRODUCT TO WEIGH?
1) Ensure the Total screen is displayed.
2) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
3) Select Product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
4) Press or to scroll up or down the list of products until the correct product is selected.
5) Press .
The name of the product will be displayed for one second, then the Total screen will display.
3.6 HOW DO I WEIGH AND ADD A BUCKET LOAD?
When the Total screen is displayed, bucketloads can be weighed.
IMPORTANT: When weighing a bucketload, the loader must be level with the bucket kept fully-rolled back.
1) Raise the bucketload smoothly past the Trigger Point using constant engine revs.
The Weighing message will display.
2) The Indicator will beep, (Trigger light) will illuminate and the Live Weight screen will display the weight of the
current load, the short total and the potential new weight.
3) Press to add the load.
A message will display the number of buckets added to the current load, for example Bucket Add #1.
Note: If is not pressed within 8 (eight) seconds of the load being lifted past the Trigger Point, the Indicator will beep
and the Time Out message will display. The weight will then be discarded and the Total screen will display. The number of
seconds before the Indicator times out may differ, depending on how it was set during installation.
When the load has been added, the Total screen will display with the new short total and the number of added bucketloads.
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3.6.1 Auto-Add
The Auto-Add functionality is only available if selected at installation. Some features may not be available,
depending on your model of LOADRITE™ Weighing System.
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System can be set to automatically add a bucket load when lifted past the Trigger Point for a
specified number of seconds OR when the bucket is rotated forward to tip off the load. This means that you don't need to press
after lifting each load.
Depending on installation setup:
Bucket loads may not be added if under a specified amount
Auto-Add may be turned on or off via the Setup Menu or by pressing (Auto-Add toggle).
3.6.1.1 Turn Auto-Add On or Off
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Press or to scroll up or down until Auto-Add is selected, then press .
3) Complete the following:
If you want to...
Then...
turn Auto-Add on
use the arrow buttons to select On, then press .
turn Auto-Add off
use the arrow buttons to select Off, then press .
4) Press to return to the Total screen.
3.6.1.2 Auto-Add toggle
The Auto-Add toggle functionality may or may not be available depending the configuration of your Indicator.
You can toggle between using Auto-add and using the normal add process from the Total screen.
Turn Auto-Add on
1) From the Total screen, press .
The Auto-Add On? message will display.
2) Press .
The message will change to Auto-Add On and the Total screen will display.
Turn Auto-Add off
1) From the Total screen, press .
The Auto-Add Off? message will display.
2) Press .
The message will change to Auto-Add Off and the Total screen will display.
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3.6.2 Remote Add button
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System has an optional Remote Add button which is normally mounted on or near
the lift lever. If the Remote Add button is installed in your loader you can use it interchangeably with the
button on the Indicator.
3.6.3 Subtract a bucket load
This function can be useful when only part of a final load of loose material is required. Weigh and add a full bucketload, but only
tip the amount required into the truck. Then re-weigh and subtract the amount remaining by completing the following:
IMPORTANT: When weighing a bucketload, the loader must be level with the bucket kept fully-rolled back.
1) Raise the bucketload smoothly past the Trigger Point.
2) The Indicator will beep, (Trigger light) will illuminate and the weight of the current load, the short total and the
potential new weight will display.
3) Press .
The Bucket Subtract message will display. The amount will be subtracted from the short total. The Total screen will
display.
3.6.4 Recall a bucketload
The Recall function is equivalent to lifting the same load again and can be used to correct mistakes. The last bucketload can be
recalled if it has been added, subtracted or canceled.
To recall a previously lifted weight, complete the following:
1) Press .
The last valid weight that was lifted will be displayed.
2) Complete the following:
If...
Then...
the last action was an "add"
press .
The bucketload is subtracted from the short total and long total.
the last action was a "subtract"
press .
The bucketload is added to the short total and long total.
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3.7 HOW DO I FINISH THE LOAD?
When you have finished adding bucketloads to the truck, you must clear the short total.
To clear the short total, complete the following:
Press and hold .
The short total will display briefly, followed by the Total Cleared message, then the Total screen.
For more information on the short total, see "The short and long totals" on page 4-19.
3.8 HOW DO I PUT THE INDICATOR INTO STANDBY MODE?
If you are not going to use the LOADRITE™ Weighing System for a while, you can put the Indicator into Standby mode by
completing the following:
Option 1
Press and hold for 5 seconds.
The Indicator will enter Standby mode.
Option 2
1) Press .
2) Press or to scroll up or down until Standby is selected, then press .
The Indicator will enter Standby mode.
Option 3
The LOADRITE™ Indicator will automatically go into Standby mode if it is not used for two hours.
How do I exit Standby mode?
Press any button to exit Standby mode.
Either the Login screen or Total screen will display.
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4. THE TOTAL SCREEN
The Total screen is the first screen that you will see when you turn on the Indicator or log in. The Total screen can be displayed
in three layouts:
Classic layout
Compact layout
Scroll layout
To change the layout of the Total screen, see "Changing the Total screen layout" on page 12-55.
4.1 CLASSIC LAYOUT
The Classic layout of the Total screen is the default layout and displays the currently selected Product, short total, number of
bucket loads and other information.
Component
Description
Product
The product being loaded.
Short total
The current short total of material that has been loaded.
Data Fields
The current values of each Customizable Data Field.
Tip: To display the current values of all data fields, use either the Compact or Scroll
layout.
Clock
The current time.
Weighing implement
The weighing implement being used by the loader.
Auto-add
Indicates that the Auto-add functionality is On.
Unit of weight / Pitch
The unit of weight being used. The Short total is displayed in this unit of weight.
The angel of pitch (front/back tilt) of the loader may be displayed if a Ground Slope
sensor is installed.
Bucket loads
The number of bucketloads that have been added to the short total.
Arm Graphic
A graphic representing the height of the lifted weight.
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4.2 COMPACT LAYOUT
The Compact layout of the Total screen displays the short total, currently selected product and all eight customizable Data
Fields (if selected)
How do I change the product or one of the Data Field values?
1) Press or to select the product or Data Field that you want to change, then press .
The Product screen or the applicable Data Field screen will display.
2) Press or to select the product or Data Field value that you want to use, then press .
The Total screen will display with the new product or Data Field value displayed.
4.3 SCROLL LAYOUT
The Scroll layout of the Total screen displays the short total in a large easy-to-read font size and one of the eight Data Fields.
To scroll through the Data Fields, press or .
How do I change the product or one of the Data Field values?
1) Press or to select the product or Data Field that you want to change, then press .
The Product screen or the applicable Data Field screen will display.
2) Press or to select the product or Data Field value that you want to use, then press .
The Total screen will display with the new product or Data Field value displayed.
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4.4 THE SHORT AND LONG TOTALS
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System keeps a running total of the load weights. For each product, two independent totals are
stored - the short total and the long total.
Term
Definition
Short Total
The running total amount of product weighed and loaded onto a truck or carriage.
The Short Total amount is displayed on the Total screen and will continue to accumulate until it
is cleared by pressing .
Long Total
The total amount of product loaded over a long period, such as a work shift or day.
4.4.1 Clear the short total
The short total keeps accumulating until it is cleared. Clear the short total after a load has been completed, for example, after
each truck or carriage load.
Press .
The short total will display briefly, followed by the Total Cleared message, then the Total screen.
Note: If the LOADRITE™ Weighing System has a printer connected, then depending on your installation settings, (i) the totals
may be printed before being cleared, or (ii) you may be prompted to print the totals after the Total Cleared message is
displayed.
4.4.2 View and clear the long total
You can view the long total for the current product at any time.
1) Ensure the Total screen is displayed, then press .
2) Press or to scroll up or down until Long Total is selected.
3) Press .
The long total will display, followed by the number of buckets added.
After a few seconds, the Indicator will display the Total screen.
Clear the long total for the current products
1) Ensure the Total screen is displayed, then press .
2) Press or to scroll up or down until Long Total is selected.
3) Press .
The long total for the current product is displayed along with the number of buckets added.
4) Press .
The Long Total Clear? message will display.
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5) Press again to clear the long total.
The Long Total Cleared message will display. If the LOADRITE™ Weighing System has a printer connected, the total will
be printed.
Press to cancel the clearing of the long total.
The Clear Aborted message will display.
Note: If no button is pressed, the clear command will be automatically canceled.
Clear the long total for all products
1) Ensure the Total screen is displayed, then press .
2) Press or to scroll up or down until Clear All is selected.
3) Press .
The All Totals Clear? message will display.
4) Press again to clear the long total.
The All Totals Cleared message will display. If the LOADRITE™ Weighing System has a printer connected, the total will be
printed.
Press to cancel the clearing of the long total.
The Clear Aborted message will display.
Note: If no button is pressed, the clear command will be automatically canceled.
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5. PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System can be used to track multiple products (materials). Each product is associated with a
product number, product name, Short Total, Long Total and bucket counter.
5.1 CUSTOMIZABLE DATA FIELDS
The Customizable Data Fields functionality is only available if selected at installation. For information on configuring
data fields, refer to the LOADRITE™Toolbox User Manual.
Your Indicator has eight customizable data fields that are used to record information against each weight to help track and
monitor weighing data.
For example, data fields may be configured to record a customer, truck type, truck ID or docket number, against the weight data.
The data can then be transferred via a modem, stored in a LOADRITE™ Data Module and/or printed along with the weight data.
5.1.1 Select a data field
Data field values can be selected before starting a new load. The following example assumes that Data 1 has been configured
to hold customer names and shows how to select a customer name to record against the weighing data.
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Customer, then press .
The Customer screen will display.
3) Press or to scroll up or down the list of customers until the correct customer is selected.
4) Press .
The customer will be recorded against all loads until a different customer is selected. The name of the customer will display
under the Short Total on the Total screen.
TIP: A Control report can be created for the selected data field value by pressing . For more information, see "Print Special
Report" on page 10-44.
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How do I use the Indicator keypad to enter text?
You can enter numbers, letters or symbols on any screen that has a flashing cursor, for example the Data Entry and Edit?
screens.
The Indicator has a keypad of buttons, with each used to select and enter a range of characters. When a button is pressed, the
first character will appear on screen. If you press the button again within one second, the next character will display. If you
continue to press the button, each character in the range will display in turn until the first character is displayed again.
One second after a button is pressed, the character will be entered and the cursor will move to the next space. You can then
enter another character.
TIP: Predictive text is available on some screens, if it has been enabled during installation. This means that you may only need
to enter the first few characters of a word for the whole word to display on screen.
Characters
Button
Characters
Button
Characters
[SPACE] 1 . , ? &
6 M N O m n o
2 A B C a b c
7 P Q R S p q r s
3 D E F d e f
8 T U V t u v
4 G H I g h i
9 W X Y Z w x y z
5 J K L j k l
[SPACE] 0 # : / + - "
When entering the first character of a value, the first time is pressed, the number 2 will display; the second time is
pressed, A will display; the third time is pressed, B will display, etc.
When entering other characters in the value, lower-case letters will display first, so the first time is pressed, the letter a
will display; the second time is pressed, b will display; the third time is pressed, c will display, etc.
Example
To enter the word Pumice using the keypad, you would complete the following:
1) To enter P, press twice.
2) To enter u, press twice.
3) To enter m, press .
4) To enter i, press three times.
5) To enter c, press three times.
6) To enter e, press twice.
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5.1.2 Adding a data field value
If the required data field value is not available to select, you can add the value using the keypad.
Important: Data field values can only be entered using specific Western Latin characters, such as in English.
The following example assumes that Data 1 has been configured to hold customer names and shows how to add a new
customer name:
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Customer, then press .
The Customer screen will display.
3) Press .
The Data Entry screen will display.
4) Use the keypad to enter the name of the value, then press .
The new customer value will be assigned to the next load.
5.1.3 Editing a data field value
You can edit a data field value if required by using the Data List function.
Important: Data field values can only be entered using specific Western Latin characters, such as in English.
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Select Data List, then press .
The Edit? Screen will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to edit a data value from
the data field that is displayed
press .
you would like to select a different data
field
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
4) Press or to scroll up or down the list of data values until the required data value is displayed, then press .
The Data Entry screen will display
5) Use the keypad to edit the data value, then press .
Tip: Press to clear the current value name.
6) Press .
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7) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to edit another data value
press .
Press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
Go back to step 4.
you would like to select a different data
field
Press .
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
Go back to step 5.
you have finished editing data values
Press twice to return to the Setup Menu.
5.1.4 Docket numbers
If a Data field has been set as an AutoInc (auto-incremental) value during installation, it can be used as a docket number. The
docket number will increment by 1 and be automatically assigned every time a new load is started. Auto-incremented docket
numbers cannot be entered manually.
To edit the first number used for auto-incremented docket numbers, see "Editing a data field value" on page 5-23.
If a Data field has been set as a number, it can be used as a manually-entered docket number for each load. Complete the
following to manually enter a docket number:
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Docket, then press .
The Docket screen will display.
3) Press .
4) Use the keypad to enter a docket number, then press .
The new docket number will be assigned to the next load.
5.1.5 Data Suspend
The Data Suspend functionality is only available if selected at installation.
Data Suspend is a feature that allows you to temporarily suspend data values and set them to 0 (zero).
While data is suspended, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System will:
Exclude all suspended data fields in printing
Override all suspended data fields with 0 in data logging
Display the Data Suspend message instead of the data title on the Total screen.
Complete the following to suspend or resume data:
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Data Suspend, then press .
The Docket screen will display.
3) To suspend data, select On, then press ; To resume data, select Off, then press .
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5.2 ADVANCED DATA OPTIONS
5.2.1 Auto-target value look-up
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System can be configured so that target weights are stored for each truck. The target weights are
configured during the setup of the LOADRITE™ Weighing System.
Below is an example of a truck and target list. Data 2 has been configured to store truck plate numbers and Data 3 to store the
corresponding target values.
Data 2: Truck
Data 3: Target
AGT477
5000
AUQ887
4000
BQ1001
6000
BQ1002
5000
5.2.1.1 View and select target weights
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Truck, then press .
The Truck screen will display.
3) Press or to scroll up or down the list of trucks until the correct truck is selected
4) Press .
The target weights will display with the auto-target weight pre-selected.
5) Press to confirm the target weight, or press to clear the target weight and enter a new target weight.
The Target screen will display.
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5.2.1.2 Using an index number to view a truck target value
The LOADRITE™ Weighing System can be configured so that an index number can be used to look up the target for a
particular truck.
Following is an example of an indexed truck and target list. Data 4 has been configured as a target list with the index function
enabled. The index numbers are used to identify each truck.
Index
Data 4: Target
1 (AAT053)
25.000
2 (ABT384)
16.000
3 (AUS994)
15.500
4 (YE9444)
22.500
5 (UK9900)
22.000
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Target, then press .
The Target screen will display.
3) Use the keypad to enter the index number of the truck, then press .
The target for the truck will be displayed, then the Total screen will be displayed.
5.2.2 Auto-tare value look-up
This function is similar to Auto-target value look-up, except that it handles tare values. It is possible to recall the tare value from
memory by either entering a number or scrolling through a list of truck names. The procedures are the same as the Auto-target
value look-up functionality.
5.2.3 Prompt
The Prompt functionality is only available if selected at installation.
This function will automatically prompt for data field entries when a new product is selected or the current short total is cleared.
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6. OPERATION MODES
The operation modes that are available depend on the modes selected at installation.
The LOADRITE™ Indicator can be operated in different modes:
Mode
Description
Total
This is the normal mode of operation. As loads are added, the weights are added to the totals.
The short total is displayed.
Target
In this mode, a target weight is entered into the Indicator before loading. As loads are added, the
remaining value to reach the target is displayed.
Batch
Batch mode allows the weighing and loading of different products according to a predefined
recipe that specifies the required proportions. The grand batch target is entered before loading.
The LOADRITE™ Indicator will work out individual product weights needed.
Blend
Blend mode allows a fixed number of loads of different products, according to a predefined recipe
Mix
This mode is similar to Batch mode except that the grand target is not required. Load the first
product to a certain amount and the LOADRITE™ Indicator will work out how much of the other
products are required based on relative quantities in the predefined recipe.
Split
The mode used when loading a multiple train wagons or a truck with multiple trailers where
individual totals are required for each individual vehicle. Can be used within Total or Target
modes.
Grand Total
This mode creates one grand total using short totals for all products. This can be used to ensure
that the total across all products does not exceed a specified weight.
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6.1 TARGET MODE
Target mode is only available if selected at installation.
Target mode is typically used when loading a truck to its optimum payload. This feature provides an easy way to load up to a
target weight for a product in a series of lifts. In Target mode, the Indicator displays the To load (or target) value, which is the
remaining amount to reach the target.
Before loading, the operator enters a target weight. Each time a weight is added, the To load value is reduced by that weight.
6.1.1 How do I enter Target mode and input a new target?
1) Press to clear the previous short total.
2) Press .
3) When the Target? message is displayed, use the keypad to enter the new target amount.
4) Press .
The Target Updated message will display briefly, then the Target screen will be displayed.
As you lift a weight, the target weight is displayed along with the current lifted weight and the potential weight if the lift is
added.
As the truck is loaded, the target amount will decrease.
The aim is to get as close to 0 (zero) as possible. A positive To load value is under the target; a negative To load value is
over the target.
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6.1.2 How do I reset the target?
When the load is complete, the target must be reset. This is the equivalent of clearing the short total in Total mode.
To reset the target, press .
The Target Reset message will display briefly and then the Target screen will display.
6.1.3 How do I return to Total mode?
To return to Total mode from Target mode, the target must be set to 0.
1) Press .
2) When the Target? message is displayed, press , then press .
The Total screen will display.
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6.2 BATCH MODE
Batch mode is only available if selected at installation.
Batch mode allows products to be weighed and loaded according to a predefined recipe. Enter the target weight of the batch
and your LOADRITE™ Weighing System will calculate the amount required for each product in the recipe. Each time a weight is
added, the to load value is reduced by that weight.
A recipe can contain up to ten products and includes the relative amount of each product in a batch.
Batch mode process
1) Enter Batch mode.
2) Select the current recipe or enter a new recipe for the batch.
3) Enter the total target amount for the batch.
4) Select a product and weigh each bucket-load until the product target is reached.
5) Repeat step 4 for each product in the recipe until the batch target is reached.
Example: Batch mode calculation
A recipe of three products, their proportions and a total load of 7000kg. The LOADRITE™ Weighing System will calculate the
amount of each product that is required for each load.
Product
Proportion
Amount Calculated
Sand
4
4000kg
Gravel
2
2000kg
Pumice
1
1000kg
Total
7000kg
As products are loaded, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System maintains the target amount for each product in a similar way to
Target mode. It is possible to change from one product to another at any time in order to mix the products.
When in Batch mode, the Indicator displays the target value for each product as it is weighed.
6.2.1 How do I enter Batch mode and select a recipe for the batch?
1) Press , then scroll if required until Batch Mode? is displayed.
2) Press .
The Batch Recipe message will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
the Recipe Empty message displays
briefly, before displaying the Product
screen
there is no recipe available.
To enter a new recipe, see, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
the Recipe screen displays
there is a current recipe available.
To accept the recipe, go to step 4.
To enter a new recipe, see, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
4) Press (press again if prompted).
The Target? screen will display.
5) When the Target? message is displayed, use the keypad to enter the total target amount for the batch.
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6) Press .
The Batch screen will display the target value for the first product from the recipe.
6.2.2 How do I delete the current recipe?
1) From the Recipe screen, press .
The Recipe: OK message will display.
2) Press .
The Recipe Clear? message will display.
3) Press to delete the recipe.
The Recipe Empty message displays briefly, before displaying the Product screen.
6.2.3 How do I enter a new recipe?
If there is no current recipe, or you have just deleted the current recipe, the Product screen will display.
Note: Before a new recipe can be entered, the current recipe must be deleted.
1) From the Product screen, press or to scroll up or down through the list to find a product required for the recipe.
2) Press to select a product to add to the recipe.
The Target screen will display.
3) Use the keypad to enter the required amount for the product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
4) Repeat steps 1-3 until all of the required products and amounts have been added to the recipe.
5) When the recipe is complete, press .
The Recipe Updated message will display before the Recipe screen is displayed.
6) Press (press again if prompted).
The Total screen will display.
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6.2.4 How do I switch between products?
It is possible to load products in any order and switch between products at any time, as the LOADRITE™ Weighing System
maintains the individual totals for each product.
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
3) Press or to scroll up or down to the required product, then press .
The Batch screen will display the target value for the selected product from the recipe.
6.2.5 How do I clear the batch totals?
When the batch is complete, press .
The totals for all products are cleared, before the Total screen is displayed. This is the equivalent of clearing the total in Total
mode.
6.2.6 How do I return to Total mode?
To return to Total mode from Batch mode, press .
You will also return to Total mode if you clear the batch totals or select a product which is not in the recipe.
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6.3 MIX MODE
Mix mode is only available if selected at installation.
Mix mode is similar to Batch mode except that a target value for the mix is not required.
Mix mode allows products to be weighed and loaded according to a predefined recipe. Load the first product to the required
amount and your LOADRITE™ Weighing System will calculate the amount required for each of the remaining products based
on the amount loaded for the first product.
The first product in the recipe is called the primary product. When the primary product is being loaded, the Indicator displays the
short total for the recipe. When the other products in the recipe are selected, the Indicator displays the load value for the
selected product.
A recipe can contain up to ten products.
Mix mode process
1) Enter Mix mode.
2) Select the current recipe or enter a new recipe.
3) Select the first product and load it until the required amount is reached.
4) The LOADRITE™ Weighing System will calculate the target amount for each of the remaining products
5) Select the next product and weigh each bucket-load until the product target is reached.
6) Repeat step 5 for each product in the recipe until the target is reached.
Example: Mix mode calculation
A recipe of three products and their proportions. When the primary product (sand for this example) has been loaded, the
LOADRITE™ Weighing System will calculate the amount required for each of the other products in the recipe.
Product
Proportion
Amount
Sand (primary)
4
4000kg (loaded)
Gravel
2
2000kg (calculated)
Pumice
1
1000kg (calculated)
As products are loaded, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System maintains the target amount for each product in a similar way to
Target mode. It is possible to change from one product to another at any time in order to mix the products.
6.3.1 How do I enter Mix mode and select a recipe for the batch?
1) Press , then scroll if required until Mix Mode? is displayed.
2) Press .
The Mix Recipe message will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
the Recipe Empty message displays
briefly, before displaying the Product
screen
there is no recipe available.
To enter a new recipe, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
the Recipe screen displays
there is a current recipe available.
To accept the recipe, go to step 4.
To enter a new recipe, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
4) Press (press again if prompted).
The Total screen will display.
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6.3.2 How do I delete the current recipe?
1) From the Recipe screen, press .
The Recipe: OK message will display.
2) Press .
The Recipe Clear? message will display.
3) Press to delete the recipe.
The Recipe Empty message displays briefly, before displaying the Product screen.
6.3.3 How do I enter a new recipe?
If there is no current recipe, or you have just deleted the current recipe, the Product screen will display.
Note: Before a new recipe can be entered, the current recipe must be deleted.
1) From the Product screen, press or to scroll up or down through the list to find a product required for the recipe.
2) Press to select a product to add to the recipe.
The Target screen will display.
3) Use the keypad to enter the required amount for the product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
4) Repeat steps 1-3 until all of the required products and amounts have been added to the recipe.
5) When the recipe is complete, press .
The Recipe Updated message will display before the Recipe screen is displayed.
6) Press (press again if prompted).
The Total screen will display.
6.3.4 How do I switch between products?
It is possible to load products in any order and switch between products at any time, as the LOADRITE™ Weighing System
maintains the individual totals for each product.
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
3) Press or to scroll up or down to the required product, then press .
The Total screen will display.
6.3.5 How do I clear the totals?
When all products have been loaded, press .
The totals for all products are cleared, before the Total screen is displayed. This is the equivalent of clearing the total in Total
mode.
6.3.6 How do I return to Total mode?
To return to Total mode, press .
You will also return to Total mode if you clear the totals or select a product which is not in the recipe.
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6.4 BLEND MODE
Blend mode is only available if selected at installation.
Blend mode is similar to Batch mode except that the recipe contains the total number of loads required for each product, rather
than a target load.
When you load the first product, your LOADRITE™ Weighing System will automatically change to the next product when the
required number of lifts has been reached.
A recipe can contain up to ten products.
Blend mode process
1) Enter Blend mode.
2) Select the current recipe or enter a new recipe.
3) Select the first product and load it until the required number of lifts is reached.
4) The LOADRITE™ Weighing System will track the number of lifts and prompt you when to change products.
5) Select the next product and weigh each bucket-load until you are prompted to change products.
6) Repeat step 5 for each product in the recipe until all products have been loaded.
Example: Blend mode calculation
A recipe of three products and the number of loads required. During weighing, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System will guide
you through the process, resulting in 26 loads.
Product
Loads
Sand
6
Gravel
10
Pumice
10
6.4.1 How do I enter Blend mode and select a recipe for the batch?
1) Press , then scroll if required until Blend Mode? is displayed.
2) Press .
The Blend Recipe message will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
the Recipe Empty message displays
briefly, before displaying the Product
screen
there is no recipe available.
To enter a new recipe, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
the Recipe screen displays
there is a current recipe available.
To accept the recipe, go to step 4.
To enter a new recipe, see "How do I enter a new recipe?" on page 6-31.
4) Press (press again if prompted).
The Total screen will display.
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6.4.2 How do I delete the current recipe?
1) From the Recipe screen, press .
The Recipe: OK message will display.
2) Press .
The Recipe Clear? message will display.
3) Press to delete the recipe.
The Recipe Empty message displays briefly, before displaying the Product screen.
6.4.3 How do I enter a new recipe?
If there is no current recipe, or you have just deleted the current recipe, the Product screen will display.
Note: Before a new recipe can be entered, the current recipe must be deleted.
1) From the Product screen, press or to scroll up or down through the list to find a product required for the recipe.
2) Press to select a product to add to the recipe.
The Target screen will display.
3) Use the keypad to enter the required amount for the product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
4) Repeat steps 1-3 until all of the required products and amounts have been added to the recipe.
5) When the recipe is complete, press .
The Recipe Updated message will display before the Recipe screen is displayed.
6) Press (press again if prompted).
The Total screen will display.
6.4.4 How do I switch between products?
It is possible to load products in any order and switch between products at any time, as the LOADRITE™ Weighing System
maintains the individual totals for each product.
1) Press .
The Data Menu will display.
2) Select Product, then press .
The Product screen will display.
3) Press or to scroll up or down to the required product, then press .
The Total screen will display.
6.4.5 How do I clear the totals?
When all products have been loaded, press .
The totals for all products are cleared, before the Total screen is displayed. This is the equivalent of clearing the total in Total
mode.
6.4.6 How do I return to Total mode?
To return to Total mode, press .
You will also return to Total mode if you clear the totals or select a product which is not in the recipe.
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6.5 SPLIT MODE
Split mode splits the total weight into multiple sub-totals, providing an easy way to load train wagons, or a truck and trailer. Split
mode is also used to track load distribution over a single vehicle unit, to avoid overloading an axle.
Split mode can be used in conjunction with Total or Target modes.
Example
A truck with a trailer requires loading. The truck can carry 10,000 tonnes and the trailer 15,000 tonnes, making a total of 25,000
tonnes.
6.5.1 Split mode within Total mode
1) In Total mode, load the truck with the required amount or product.
2) When the required amount of product for the truck is reached, press .
The subtotal will briefly display, then the Split Mode screen will display. The grand total of the entire vehicle is shown, along
with the short total for the trailer:
3) Add the required amount of product to the trailer.
As each bucketload is lifted, the bucket weight, current trailer weight and total trailer weight will display. Between each lift,
the Split Mode screen will display showing the new grand total and number of buckets lifted.
4) If you would like to split the load to another trailer, press , then go to step 3. Otherwise, continue to step 5.
5) When all trailers have been filled, press to clear the totals.
6.5.2 Split mode within Target mode
1) In Target mode, enter the target weight for the truck.
2) Load the truck with the required amount of product.
3) When the required amount of product for the truck is reached, press .
4) Press .
5) When the Target? message is displayed, use the keypad to enter a target weight for the trailer.
The Split screen will display showing the current target weight for the trailer and the grand total for the entire vehicle.
6) Add the required amount of product to the trailer.
7) Press to clear the totals.
The Total screen will display.
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6.6 GRAND TOTAL MODE
Grand Total mode is similar to Split mode in that it allows loading into a truck with multiple trailers, or a train with multiple
wagons. Unlike Split mode however, different products can be loaded into each trailer or wagon.
In Grand Total mode, a grand total is entered for the entire load. A short total is kept for all products which are added together to
ensure that they do not exceed the grand total.
1) To enter Grand Total mode, press .
The Grand Total Mode screen will display.
2) Load the truck with the required amount of product. The short total and the grand total will be updated.
3) When a new product is selected, the short total is reset to zero, but the grand total will be maintained for all products.
4) When all products have been loaded, press to clear the totals.
5) To exit Grand Total mode, press , then press .
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7. ADVANCED WEIGHING – TIP-OFF
The Tip-off functionality is only available if selected at installation.
Tip-off weighing is the adjustment of the final load. It is possible to tip a measured amount of the product out of the last bucket to
ensure an exact target weight is reached, where the final load would otherwise exceed the truck's capacity. There are two
different methods, depending on the way your LOADRITE™ Weighing System has been configured:
Truck tip-off (default)
Stock pile tip-off
Tip-off is only available in Total and Target modes.
7.1 TRUCK TIP-OFF
Using this method, the operator tips a measured amount of product from the bucket into the truck and dumps the rest.
1) Lift the load in the normal way.
The Indicator will display the lifted weight.
2) Lift the bucket to a suitable height over the truck, then press .
The Tip-Off Wait message will display briefly. Then the screen will display two figures, the amount in the bucket and the
short total.
3) Roll the bucket partially forward, tipping product into the truck. The Indicator will give a live weight as it is tipped into the
truck.
IMPORTANT: Do not raise or lower the lifting arms when tipping, as this will adversely affect the live weight reading. The
bucket needs to be rolled back for an accurate weight.
4) When the required truck load weight is reached, press .
Note: You cannot add a weight while the Wait... message is displayed.
5) Move the bucket away from the truck and dump any remaining product.
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7.2 STOCK PILE TIP-OFF
Using this method, the operator dumps product from the bucket until it contains the right amount for loading onto the truck.
1) Lift the load in the normal way.
The Indicator will display the lifted weight.
2) Press .
The Tip-Off Wait message will display briefly. Then the screen will display the amount in the bucket and the short total.
3) Roll the bucket partially forward, dumping the product.
The Indicator will display the weight in the bucket and the potential weight of the truck.
Note: Do not raise or lower the lifting arms when tipping, as this will adversely affect the live weight reading. The bucket
needs to be rolled back for an accurate weight.
4) Keep dumping the product until the desired weight has been reached, then press .
Note: You cannot add a weight while the Wait... message is displayed.
5) Tip the product from the bucket into the truck.
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8. ADVANCED WEIGHING – TARE WEIGHT
The Tare Weight functionality is only available if selected at installation.
There are two different methods of deducting a tare weight from a load, depending on the way your LOADRITE™ Weighing
System has been set up:
Tare – Lifted weight
The tare weight can be deducted at the time when the weight is lifted.
For example, if pallets are being used, the weight of a pallet can be entered as the tare weight. The LOADRITE™ Weighing
System will automatically deduct the pallet weight from the lifted weight and displays the net weight of the load.
Tare – Total weight
The tare weight can be added to the total weight of the load.
For example, if you are loading a vehicle or truck with a known maximum weight, the weight of the vehicle or truck can be enter
as the tare weight. The LOADRITE™ Weighing System will automatically add the tare weight to the total load weight to ensure
that the vehicle is not loaded beyond the maximum weight.
8.1 HOW DO I ENTER A TARE WEIGHT?
To enter a tare weight, complete the following:
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Select Tare Entry, then press .
The Tare? Screen will display.
3) Use the keypad to enter the required tare weight, then press .
Note: If the tare weight is 0.000, less than the set increment size or is too large, the Tare Off message will display before
the Total screen is displayed.
4) The Tare Updated message will display before the Total screen is displayed.
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9. METRICS
> Metrics
The Metrics functionality allows you to view the following KPI metrics over a selected time period:
First Load
Last Load
Total Weight
Average Weight Per Hour.
NOTE: The Average Weight Per Hour (Avg Wght/h) value is based on cleared weights and the number of hours between the
first and last weight of each day.
1) From the Period screen, press or to select the time period:
Period
Description
Today
Calculates metrics from data recorded since midnight.
Yesterday
Calculates metrics from data recorded for a 24 hour period prior to midnight.
This Week
Calculates metrics from data recorded since midnight and the previous six days.
All
Calculates metrics from all data stored (this may have little relevance unless the start
time is known).
2) Press .
The Metrics screen will display KPI metrics for the selected time period.
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10. PRINTING
The printing options that are available depend on options selected at installation.
Data on the LOADRITE™ Indicator can be printed immediately, or stored in internal storage for delayed printing. There is
normally enough storage for up to one week, depending on usage.
10.1 AUTOMATIC PRINTING
Depending on your configuration, various weight data is printed either:
when is pressed at the end of a load, or
when , , or is pressed.
The information that is printed depends on settings selected at installation. For further information, contact your LOADRITE™
distributor.
10.2 PRINTING ON DEMAND
The LOADRITE™ Indicator has a range of options for printing data immediately. Printing options are selected from the Print
Menu.
10.2.1 Print Docket
> Print Menu > Docket
The Print Docket function prints the previous load, which is made up of all data stored (for example, add, subtract) between the
last two clear events. If the data is not stored, it will not be printed. For example, if the Indicator is not configured to log add
events, weights added will not be printed. This function requires internal storage to be enabled. All configuration of this function
is set during installation.
Note: This function will not work if Clear is not used as intended. For example, the operator is loading sand into a truck and
half-way through, a second truck arrives. The operator switches product to rocks and starts loading the second truck (without
clearing the sand total). When the docket is printed, the added weights of sand plus the added weights and total of rocks will be
included.
10.2.2 Print Totals
> Print Menu > Totals
This function prints the total amount of each product loaded that day (since midnight).
10.2.3 Print Indicator Data
> Print Menu > Loadout
This printing option is only available if it has been enabled during installation and Internal Storage
functionality is enabled.
This function prints out all print data stored in the LOADRITE™ Indicator memory since midnight (whether or not it has been
turned off at any stage during that time).
Depending on the configuration, every add, clear, check zero, etc could be included in the printout.
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10.2.4 Print LOADRITE™ Data Module Data
> Print Menu > Data Module
This printing option is only available if the LOADRITE™ Data Module has been enabled for logging at installation.
This function prints out all print data stored in the LOADRITE™ Data Module since midnight (whether or not it has been turned
off at any stage during that time).
Depending on the configuration, every add, clear, check zero, etc, could be included in the printout.
10.2.5 Print Special Report
> Print Menu > Special
This function allows various reports to be printed from stored data. A series of options are available and the report is created
from the options selected.
TIP: The Control report options can also be accessed directly from a data field screen, for example the Customer screen, by
pressing . The Period Options will display for the selected data value.
Format Options
Format
Description
Summary
Prints a summary of the selected data.
History
Prints all the selected data.
KPI
Prints the start time, end time, total weight and average weight per hour for each day of
the selected period.
Average weight per hour is based on cleared weights and the number of hours between
the first and last weight of each day.
Control
Prints all dockets for the selected data.
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
The Period Options will be displayed.
Period Options
Format
Description
Today
Prints the report based on data recorded since midnight.
Yesterday
Prints the report based on data recorded for a 24 hour period prior to midnight.
This Week
Prints the report based on data recorded since midnight and the previous six days.
All
Prints the report based on all the data stored (this may have little relevance unless the
start time is known).
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
If Today, Yesterday or This Week was selected, the Group Options will display. If All was selected, the Port Options will
display.
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Group Options
Format
Description
Totals
The printout is grouped and summarized by product total.
Customer
The printout is grouped and summarized by Data Field 1.
Docket
The printout is grouped and summarized by Data Field 2.
Truck
The printout is grouped and summarized by Data Field 3.
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
If Totals was selected, the Port Options will display. Otherwise the Match Options will display.
Match Options
Format
Description
Match All
All values are used on the printout.
Match One
Only one of the grouped values is reported on. For example, if the printout is grouped by
Customer, a report can be generated on one Customer.
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
If Match All was selected, the Load Options will display. If Match One was selected, the specific customer (for example) must
now be selected before the Load Options are displayed.
Load Options
This option determines whether or not the printout will display the number of loads per product. The options are On or Off.
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
The Port Options will display.
Port Options
Format
Description
Printer
Prints to the LOADRITE™ printer.
EDP
Captures data to a laptop or Data Module.
Press or to scroll up or down, then press .
When the port has been selected, the report will print.
10.2.6 Print Summary Report
> Print Menu > Summary
This function prints out a summary report that is grouped and summarized by Data 1. For example, if Data 1 is a customer field,
then this function generates a customer total report using the data stored in the internal memory since midnight.
10.2.7 Print Data List
> Print Menu > Data List
This function prints a list of all values from the configured Data Fields (Data 1, Data 2, etc). This function is normally only used
to confirm that the values are correct after the list has been updated.
10.2.8 Set Number of Copies
> Print Menu > Copy
This function sets the number of dockets to be printed at each clear event.
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10.2.9 Print Product Names
> Print Menu > Product Name
This function prints out a list of all the product names configured in the LOADRITE™ system.
Tip: This function is normally only used to check the names when the list has been updated.
10.2.10 Print Volume Conversion Factors
> Print Menu > Volume Conv
This printing option is only available if Volume Conversion Factors functionality is enabled at installation.
This function prints out a list of all the product conversion factors configured in the LOADRITE™ Weighing System. This is
normally only used when the list has been updated.
10.2.11 Print Standby Message
> Print Menu > Standby
The LOADRITE™ weighing system normally displays the service contact details of your local LOADRITE™ distributor when the
Indicator is put into Standby mode. These details can also be printed by selecting Print Standby.
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11. INTERNAL STORAGE
The LOADRITE™ Indicator stores data for delayed printing, printing reports or as a buffer for an absent LOADRITE™ Data
Module. There is normally enough storage for up to one week, depending on usage.
11.1 DOWNLOAD
> Internal Stor > Download
This function downloads all data in the internal storage so that it can be imported into LOADRITE™ MMS via LOADRITE™
Toolbox.
11.2 USAGE
> Internal Stor > Usage
Displays the amount of free storage space remaining in the LOADRITE™ Indicator internal storage. It also displays the time and
date of the first saved event.
11.3 RESET
> Internal Stor > Reset
This function erases all data sorted in the LOADRITE™ Indicator. The time and date of the first entry along with the remaining
free space is displayed, before the message Storage clear? is displayed.
Press to erase the data from memory.
Tip: We recommend that you erase the internal storage after reports are generated to prevent duplicate information being
included in subsequent reports.
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12. SETUP MENU
The Setup Menu options that are available depend on options selected at installation.
The Setup Menu provides options for configuring the LOADRITE™ Weighing System.
To display the Setup Menu, press . Press or to scroll up or down, then press to select an option.
To exit the Setup Menu, press .
Menu Option
Description
Setup…
Displays the Install Menu.
For further information, contact your LOADRITE™ distributor.
Auto-Add
Select whether or not Auto-Add is enabled.
Tare Entry
Allows a tare value to be entered.
Unit Toggle
Select between two units of weight.
Trig Screen
Select whether the trigger position graphic is displayed.
Language
Select the language for the Indicator.
Edit Password
Change the login PIN number.
Scale#
Select the attachment.
Module
Displays the Data Module screen.
Data Edit
Select the data value for the data field.
Data List
Edit data values.
Clock
Displays the Clock screen.
Display
Select the backlight, contrast and indicator interface image options.
Self Test
Runs a system self-test
Uplink
Allows the Indicator to communicate with the LOADRITE™Toolbox PC software
Standby
Puts the Indicator into Standby mode
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12.1 SETUP...
The Install Menu provides options for configuring the LOADRITE™ Indicator at installation. A security code is required to access
this menu.
For further information, contact your LOADRITE™ distributor.
12.2 AUTO-ADD
Controls whether or not the Auto-Add functionality is enabled.
Select either On or Off, then press .
12.3 TARE ENTRY
Allows you to enter a tare weight value. To enter a tare weight, complete the following:
Use the keypad to enter the required tare weight, then press .
Note: If the tare weight is 0.000, less than the set increment size or is too large, the Tare Off message will display before
the Total screen is displayed.
The Tare Updated message will display before the Total screen is displayed.
12.4 UNIT TOGGLE
The LOADRITE™ Indicator can store up to two units of weight and you can use the Unit Toggle option to switch between them.
The current weight will be displayed in the current weight unit and in the other available weight unit.
To confirm the change to the other weight unit, press .
To keep the current weight unit, press .
12.5 TRIG SCREEN
Controls whether the loader position graphic is displayed.
Select either On or Off, then press .
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12.6 LANGUAGE
The language can only be changed if Language Edit functionality has been enabled during installation.
Displays a list of available languages in which the LOADRITE™ Indicator can display screen names, fields, menu options and
printed dockets.
Select the preferred language, then press .
12.7 EDIT PASSWORD
A password can only be edited if Login functionality has been enabled during installation.
Allows the PIN number of the current operator to be changed using the keypad.
Enter the new PIN number using the keypad, then press .
12.8 SCALE #
The Scale options are only available if Multiple Scales functionality has been enabled during installation.
This option enables the use of different load bearing implements (for example, bucket or forks) on the loader. The operator
needs to select the correct scale for the attached implement.
Tip: You should perform a Check Zero after changing the attachment.
12.9 MODULE
The Module option is only available if a LOADRITE™ Data Module is connected to the Indicator and Data Logger
functionality has been correctly configured during installation.
The Data Module Menu provides functionality for use with LOADRITE™ Data Modules.
The following menu items are available:
Option
Description
Property
Lists the properties of the Data Module.
Backup
Saves the product list and data lists to the Data Module.
Restore
Uploads data stored on the Data Module to the LOADRITE™ Indicator. This can be used to share
data between Indicators.
12.10 DATA EDIT
Allows you to select a value for each data field:
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Select Data Edit, then press .
The Data Edit screen for the first data field will display.
3) Use or to select the required data value for the data field, then press .
The Data Edit screen for the next data field will display.
4) Repeat steps 2-3 until data values have been selected for all data fields.
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12.11 DATA LIST
12.11.1 Adding a data value
Important: Data field values can only be entered using specific Western Latin characters, such as in English.
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Select Data List, then press .
The Edit? screen will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to add a data value to the
data field that is displayed
press .
you would like to select a different
data field
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
4) Press .
The Data Entry screen will display.
5) Use the keypad to enter the data value, then press .
6) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to add another data value
Go back to step 4.
you would like to select a different
data field
Press .
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
Go back to step 4.
you have finished editing data values
Press twice to return to the Setup Menu.
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12.11.2 Editing a data field value
You can edit a data field value if required by using the Data List function.
Important: Data field values can only be entered using specific Western Latin characters, such as in English.
1) Press .
The Setup Menu will display.
2) Select Data List, then press .
The Edit? Screen will display.
3) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to edit a data value from
the data field that is displayed
press .
you would like to select a different
data field
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
4) Press or to scroll up or down the list of data values until the required data value is displayed, then press .
The Data Entry screen will display
5) Use the keypad to edit the data value, then press .
Tip: Press to clear the current value name.
6) Press .
7) Complete the following:
If …
Then …
you would like to edit another data value
press .
Press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
Go back to step 4.
you would like to select a different
data field
Press .
press until the required data field is displayed, then press .
Go back to step 5.
you have finished editing data values
Press twice to return to the Setup Menu.
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12.12 CLOCK
The time, date and year can only be changed if Clock Edit functionality has been enabled during installation.
You can set the time, date and year on the Indicator.
12.12.1 Setting the time
1) From the Clock Menu select Time, then press .
The time will display with the cursor over the first digit.
2) Use the keypad to enter the time.
a. Press or to select AM or PM.
b. Press to confirm the new time.
12.12.2 Setting the date
1) From the Clock Menu select Date, then press .
2) Use the keypad to enter the month and day.
c. Press 1-9 for January to September; Press 0 then 0 for October; Press 0 then 1 for November; Press 0 then 2 for
December.
d. Press to confirm the new date.
12.12.3 Setting the year
1) From the Clock Menu select Year, then press .
2) Use the keypad to enter the last two digits of the year. For example, press 1 then 1 for 2011.
3) Press to confirm the new year.
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12.12.4 Alarm
This option turns the alarm clock On or Off. When the alarm time is reached, the following will occur:
an alert tone will sound,
the Alarm Clock message will display,
(Trigger light) will flash.
The alarm will stop after a few seconds or when any button is pressed.
The alarm clock will alert when the Indicator is in Ready or Standby mode. The alarm clock will not alert if the Indicator is turned
off.
12.12.5 Alarm time
This option changes the alarm time.
Note: The alarm will only alert if the Alarm option is set to On.
1) From the Clock Menu select Alarm Time, then press .
The alarm time will display with the cursor over the first digit.
2) Use the keypad to enter the time.
3) Press or to select AM or PM.
4) Press to confirm the new alarm time.
12.13 DISPLAY
This option allows the display to be configured. The following menu items are available:
12.13.1 Changing the screen brightness
To change the brightness of the display screen, complete the following:
1) From the Display Menu select Light, then press .
2) Press or to adjust the backlight brightness up or down.
3) Press to save the brightness level.
12.13.2 Changing the screen contrast
To change the contrast of the display screen, complete the following:
1) From the Display Menu select Contrast, then press .
2) Press or to adjust the backlight contrast up or down.
3) Press to save the contrast level.
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12.13.3 Selecting Arm Graphic
To select whether the loader graphic or bar graph displays on the Total screen, complete the following:
Note: The loader graphic will only be displayed if the Total screen layout is set to Classic. If the Total screen layout is set to
Compact or Scroll, the bar graph will display.
1) From the Display Menu select Arm Graphic, then press .
2) Press or to select Loader or Bar Graph.
If you would like ...
Then...
the loader graphic to display on the
Total screen
press or to select Loader.
the bar graph to display on the Total
screen
press or to select Bar Graph.
3) Press to save the arm graphic selection.
12.13.4 Changing the Total screen layout
There are three layouts available for the Total screen. To change the layout, complete the following:
1) From the Display Menu select Ready Screen, then press .
2) Press or to select your preferred Total screen layout.
3) Press to save your layout selection.
12.13.5 Changing the Target screen layout
There are two layouts available for the Target screen. To change the layout, complete the following:
1) From the Display Menu select Target (Classic/Full), then press .
2) Press or to select your preferred Target screen layout.
3) Press to save your layout selection.
12.14 LONG TOTAL
View and clear the long total for current products.
For more information, see "View and clear the long total" on page 4-19.
12.15 CLEAR ALL
Allows you to clear the long total for all products.
For more information, see “View and clear the long total” on page 4-19.
12.16 SELF TEST
This function tests various functions and the internal memory. All tests are run automatically when this option is selected. When
the test has completed, the Total screen will display.
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12.17 UPLINK
This option is used to upload a configuration file created using LOADRITE™ Toolbox via a LOADRITE™ Data Module or from a
PC via a EDP cable. The configuration file contains product names, data lists and settings.
For information on creating a configuration file, refer to the LOADRITE™ Toolbox User Manual.
12.17.1 Uploading a configuration file via a EDP cable
1) From the Uplink Menu select EDP, then press .
2) When the Upload Data? message displays, press .
3) When the Clear Data? message displays, press .
12.17.2 Uploading a configuration file via a LOADRITE™ Data Module
1) From the Uplink Menu select Data Module, then press .
2) Connect the LOADRITE™ Data Module to the Indicator.
3) When the Upload Data? message displays, press .
4) When the Clear Data? message displays, press .
12.18 STANDBY
This option puts the Indicator into Standby mode. The Indicator will also go into Standby mode if it is not used for two hours.
Press any button to exit Standby mode.
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13. APPENDIX A: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
13.1 WEIGHING ACCURACY
Typical accuracy is within 1% for most bucket loaders. This may vary with different machine types, installation options, and the
operating environment.
13.2 MINIMAL WEIGHING DELAY
Weighing delay is minimal, because the weighing function is carried out during a normal lift.
13.3 POWER REQUIREMENTS
Supply voltage
12 to 32V DC
Supply current
LOADRITE™ Indicator: 160mA typical, 350mA max.
LOADRITE™ printer: 50mA standby, 4A peak.
Automatic transient suppression
Exceeds relevant SAE specifications for DC automotive power supply transients.
13.4 PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
LCD display
Backlit; 3.8in (diagonal); QVGA.
Tactile keypad
Backlit. Numeric and special functions.
Weight
1.5 kg (3.2lb)
Dimensions
W145 x L240 x D110mm
(5.7 x 9.4 x 4.3 in)
13.5 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating temperature
-10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Storage temperature
-50°C to 100°C (-58°F to 212°F)
Indicator
Protected to IP54.
Pressure transducer
Protected to IP69.
The Indicator wear-out mechanisms have been evaluated and improved through several iterations of cyclic thermal stress
between -90°C and +110°C with simultaneous 6-axis random, repetitive shock exceeding 50Grms.
13.6 SIGNAL INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
Pressure transducer input
4 - 20mA (0-100%)
Trigger
Trigger 1: Magnetic or Optical. Pull-up resistor with switch to ground.
Trigger 2: Rotary. Pulse width modulated 0-5V.
Serial communications
RS232C protocol to printer and LOADRITE™ Data Module.
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13.7 CLOCK
Built-in clock
Hours, minutes, day, month, year.
13.8 AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
LOADRITE™ printer
Dot matrix, 24 character columns.
Data Module
Provides electronic data collection.
Remote add button
For operator convenience.
Interlock system
To disable weighing under defined machine conditions.
A number of additional operating features can be enabled at the time of installation.
13.9 OUTPUT/INPUT CONNECTIONS
Connection
Power / Control
Printer / Data Logger
Pressure Transducer
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13.9.1 Power / Control
1. Negative supply (ground)
2. Positive supply
3. Remote button 2 (clear)
4. Remote button 1 (add)
5. Tilt sensor 1
6. Tilt sensor 3
7. Tilt sensor 2
8. +VAUX
9. Digital out
10. Boom position
11. Stick position
12. CAN hi
13. CAN lo
14. +V raw
15. Ground output
13.9.2 Printer / Data Logger
1. Negative supply to printer
2. Positive supply to printer
3. +VAUX
4. RX2
5. TX2
6. Printer RS232 output
7. Printer busy input
8. LOADRITE™ Data Module RS232 input
9. LOADRITE™ Data Module RS232 output
10. Ground output
11. Boot
12. N.C.
13.9.3 Pressure Transducer
1. +VAUX
2. Return pressure input
3. Transducer current input
4. +VAUX
5. Lift pressure input
6. Shield
7. Ground
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14. APPENDIX B: SPAN CALIBRATION
ADJUSTMENT
This function allows small changes to be made to the LOADRITE™ Weighing System calibration if the bucket is modified, or if
no accurate test weight was available when the LOADRITE™ Weighing System was calibrated at installation time.
The adjustment is carried out by entering the total weight recorded at a weighbridge (scale house) and the corresponding total
provided by the LOADRITE™ Indicator.
To perform the adjustment, a security access code must be obtained from your LOADRITE™ installer.
CAUTION The LOADRITE™ Weighing System alters its calibration every time this function is used. It is important that this
function is only used once with a given set of data. If the same weights are entered again, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System
will over-correct and its accuracy will be seriously impaired.
1) Press .
2) Select Setup..., then press .
3) Enter the security access code provided by the LOADRITE™ installer, then press .
4) Select Calibration Menu, then press .
The Calibration Menu will display.
5) Select Adjust Span, then press .
6) The Adjust Span message will display briefly and then the LOADRITE Adjust Span screen will display.
7) Enter the total weight provided by the LOADRITE™ Indicator, then press .
8) Enter the total weight provided by the weighbridge, then press .
9) The LOADRITE™ Indicator briefly displays the Calibration Updated message, and then returns to the Calibration Menu.
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14.1 CHECKING THE ADJUSTMENT
The Span Calibration Adjustment can be checked by obtaining and comparing new LOADRITE™ and weighbridge values. If
necessary, the Span Calibration Adjustment can be performed again using the new data.
IMPORTANT: All trucks and trailers should have tare weights confirmed for all loads to be checked. This ensures that a true
weight can be established. Avoid split-weighing the truck and trailer.
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15. APPENDIX C: ERROR MESSAGES
Error messages may be displayed for a variety of reasons as detailed below.
15.1 BOUNCING LOAD
If the lift arms are bouncing significantly while weighing, an error occurs. This can happen if, for example, the loader is driven
over uneven ground while lifting the load.
Depending on the installation of the particular LOADRITE™ Weighing System, there are two possibilities:
No weight is displayed and therefore there is no weight to add. Repeat the lift.
Weighing Error is turned off and a weight is displayed. Add the weight to the total (bearing in mind that the weight
measurement is not reliable) or ignore this weight and repeat the lift smoothly.
15.2 BUCKET BACK?
The bucket must be crowed fully back for each lift. The Bucket back? message will be displayed if the LOADRITE™ Weighing
System has not detected that the bucket is fully crowded back.
Note: This message should only be displayed when using a Legal for Trade scale.
15.3 BUCKET EMPTY?
If the bucket is zeroed and there is some residue in the bucket, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System will detect how much is in
the bucket. If the contents are less than 5% of the full bucket capacity, the LOADRITE™ Weighing System will zero the bucket.
If the weight of product in the bucket is within 5-10% of full bucket capacity, the Indicator will display the Bucket Empty?
message to confirm the zero.
To zero the bucket, press .
15.4 BUCKET NOT BACK
The bucket must be crowed fully back for each lift. The Bucket not back message will be displayed if the LOADRITE™
Weighing System has not detected that the bucket is fully crowded back.
Note: This message should only be displayed when using a Legal for Trade scale.
15.5 CHECK POWER
The power supply has reached an unstable level. Check that the power source is stable and between +12V and +32V.
15.6 CHECK MAG/OPT
There is a fault in the magnetic or optical trigger or the cable that connects the trigger. If using an optical trigger, check that the
lens is clear and dust-free.
15.7 CHECK ROTARY
There is a fault in the rotary trigger or the cable that connects the trigger. Check that the trigger is still securely mounted and that
the trigger finger has not been damaged.
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15.8 CHECK SCALE#
This message displays when is pressed if the Indicator is set up for use with multiple scales.
If the weight is greater than 10% of full bucket capacity for the selected scale number, the screen displays Check Scale#
message. The operator needs to ensure the correct scale number is selected for the attached implement, as implements differ
considerably in weight.
15.9 CHECK TILT
There is a fault in the tilt sensor used for ground slope compensation or the cable that connects the sensor. Check that the tilt
sensor is still securely mounted and that the cable has not been damaged.
15.10 CHECK TRANSDUCER
There is an error in the pressure transducer signal input. This indicates a fault in either the pressure transducer or the cable that
connects the transducer.
15.11 CHECK ZERO
The operator is automatically reminded to zero the bucket.
15.12 LIFT UNDER RANGE
The lift pressure was too low. This indicates a fault in either the pressure transducer or the cable that connects the transducer.
15.13 NEED EMPTYING
The bucket must be crowed fully forward to ensure that all product has been emptied. The Need Emptying message will be
displayed If the LOADRITE™ Weighing System has not detected that the bucket has been crowded fully forward.
Note: This message should only be displayed when using a Legal for Trade scale.
15.14 NO LOCK
The interlock was not closed when lifting the load. The interlock must be closed (or the bucket must be fully rolled back) while
lifting the load. No weight is displayed and therefore there is no weight to add.
15.15 NUM ATTEMPTS EXCEEDED
This message displays if the number of attempts to perform a check zero is exceeded when FACT is activated. The number of
attempts is set during installation.
15.16 OVER TARGET
Adding the lifted weight will exceed the target value. The lifted weight can still be added by pressing .
Note: The Auto-add function will not automatically add over-target weight.
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15.17 OVERLOAD
The lifted weight exceeds the full scale (capacity) setting. If the Overload Error is set during installation, overloaded weight
cannot be added.
15.18 POOR LIFT
If a weighing error is close to, but not greater than, the tolerance limit, the LOADRITE™ Indicator displays this warning
message. The weight can be added as usual.
15.19 PITCH TOO HIGH
The angle of the loader is at an unsafe pitch (front/back tilt) while weighing. If this message is displayed, the weight cannot be
added. The safe pitch angle is set during installation.
Note: This message should only be displayed if the Ground Slope Compensation module is installed.
15.20 PRINTER DISABLED
Print function has been disabled at installation.
15.21 PRINTER ERROR
There is a fault in the printer. Check that the printer is online and has paper.
15.22 RETURN UNDER RANGE
The return pressure was too low. This indicates a fault in either the pressure transducer or the cable that connects the
transducer.
15.23 ROLL TOO HIGH
The angle of the loader is at an unsafe roll (left/right tilt) while weighing. If this message is displayed, the weight cannot be
added. The safe roll angle is set during installation.
Note: This message should only be displayed if the Ground Slope Compensation module is installed.
15.24 SPEED CHANGED
For accurate measurement, the speed of raising the lift arms must be smooth, without acceleration or deceleration. The
LOADRITE™ Weighing System can detect changing speed as the arms go past the Trigger Point. Depending on the installation
of the LOADRITE™ Weighing System, there are two possibilities:
No weight is displayed, and therefore there is no weight to add. Repeat the lift and avoid accelerating and decelerating at or
near the past the Trigger Point.
A weight is displayed. Add weight to the total (acknowledging that the weight measurement is not reliable) or ignore this
weight and repeat the lift smoothly.
15.25 SPEED TOO HIGH
This message displays if the speed of raising the arms is too fast and exceeds predefined limits.
Lift the arms again slower. If the message displays again, there may be a fault in the system. The LOADRITE™ Weighing
System should be checked and, if necessary, re-calibrated.
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15.26 TILT TOO HIGH
The angle of the loader is at an unsafe roll or pitch while weighing. The Tilt Too High message accompanies the specific roll or
pitch error at the top bar of the display.
15.27 TOO HEAVY, ZERO ABORTED
If the weight of product in the bucket is greater than 10% of full bucket capacity when is pressed, the screen displays this
message and does not alter any settings. This prevents any accidental zeroing of valid weights.
Note: If the bucket is empty and the message still occurs, there may be a fault in the system. The LOADRITE™ Weighing
System should be checked and, if necessary, re-calibrated.
15.28 WARM-UP LIFT
This message displays if the LOADRITE™ Indicator has been turned off for more than one hour, prompting a warm-up lift.
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16. APPENDIX D: GLOSSARY
A
Angle Sensor
An optional sensor included in the Ground Slope
Compensation Kit which measures the tilt angle of the
loader and compensates for the angle in calculations of
load weight. Can be used in Legal for Trade software.
See also Ground Slope Compensation Kit and Legal
for Trade.
Auto-add
Automatically adds the lifted weight to the total weight
every time a load is lifted.
Auto-tare
A feature that allows you to pre-program truck tare weights.
The operator can then select a truck on the Indicator and
the tare weight will be displayed.
Auto-target
A feature that allows you to select target weights for each
truck. When a truck is selected on the Indicator, the target
weight for that truck will automatically be used.
B
Batch Mode
A mode that allows the operator to track the amount
required of each product when working to a set recipe,
based on the total batch target. Before loading, the
operator enters the total batch target and the Indicator will
calculate how much of each product is required to reach
the target.
Blend Mode
A mode that allows the operator to track the amount
required of each product when working to a set recipe,
based on the number of bucket loads.
Bucket
The attachment on the loader that holds the bulk
product/material or load while it is being transferred.
C
Check Zero
The message displayed periodically to remind the operator
to use the Zero function to set the weight of the bucket to 0.
See also Zero/Zeroing.
D
Data Field
Customizable fields that allow you to label your weighing
data to help you track and monitor your output, for
example, by truck, customer, or docket.
Data Module
A memory device which connects to the Indicator to store
payload and related data. The Data Module can then be
connected to a PC running MMS software to transfer the
data for the creation of productivity reports.
Display
A screen with adjustable backlighting for night and low-light
operations. Used to display weight information and
messages.
Docket
A printed record of a load.
May also be known as Ticket.
G
Grand Total Mode
The mode used when loading different products to achieve
a total weight. The grand total indicates the total weight of
products loaded.
Ground Slope Compensation Kit
An upgrade kit required to enable the Ground Slope
Compensation function on certain models of LOADRITE™
Indicator.
See also Angle Sensor and Legal For Trade.
I
Indicator
The LOADRITE™ user interface installed in a loader or
excavator which the operator uses to record bucket
weights. When used with a belt scale, the term Integrator
should be used.
Note: May also be known as Console, Module, In-Cab
Console, Loadrite, Loadrite Console, Head Unit, Clock,
Computer, Scale; however Indicator is the preferred term.
Interlock
Sensors which detect the back and forward positions of the
bucket. Can be used in Legal for Trade software, where the
bucket must be fully rolled back for weighing and rolled
forward for emptying.
See also Legal For Trade.
K
Keypad
A set of numeric or alphanumeric buttons on the Indicator
which allow you to enter numbers, letters and other
characters. Depending on the Indicator model, Keypad may
also refer to other buttons along-side the numeric or
alphanumeric buttons.
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L
Legal for Trade
Certification by a local weights and measures authority to
legally sell product from your loader or other scale.
Load
The amount of product added to a truck, or the act of
adding product to a truck.
Loader
The heavy equipment machine or vehicle that is primarily
used to load product onto a vehicle such as a truck,
hopper, rail-car, etc.
May also be known as a front-end loader, loading
machine, loading vehicle, wheel loader, etc.
LOADRITE™ Weighing System
Refers to the entire LOADRITE™ hardware and software
weighing system installed at a site, including the Indicator,
transducers, sensors, modem, MMS or Insight™ software,
etc.
Long Total
The total amount of product loaded over a long period,
such as a shift or day.
See also Short Total.
M
MMS
Material Management System. PC software used to track
productivity and create reports from data collected by
LOADRITE™ Indicators.
Modem
A device used to transfer live payload and other data from
the Indicator to a PC with MMS installed. There are two
classes of modem:
Cellular model, for example LD311
Radio modem, for example LD100.
O
Operation Mode
Any mode that relates to the running total of accumulated
weights, for example, Total or Target mode.
Operator
The person operating the loader.
Also known as Loader Driver or Loader Operator.
P
Pressure Transducer
A pressure sensor connected to the loader’s hydraulic
system in order to measure the hydraulic pressure required
to lift a load.
Primary Product
The first item in a product recipe is referred to as the
primary product.
Printer
An optional accessory mounted in the loader cab. It
provides a paper record of the weighing information
collected by the Indicator.
See also Docket or Ticket.
Product
Material that comprises a load. For example, salt, coal, etc.
R
Recipe
Specified quantities of different materials which together
make up a product. A recipe is required when working in
Batch Mode, Blend Mode or Mix Mode.
Remote-Add Button
An additional Add button which is mounted in close
proximity to the loader controls and performs the same
function as the Add button on the LOADRITE™ Indicator.
The button enables the operator to add a load without
having to remove their hands from the loader controls.
S
Short Total
The running total amount of product loaded onto a truck or
carriage. The Short Total amount will continue to
accumulate until it is cleared using the Clear function.
Split Mode
The mode used when loading a truck with multiple trailers
where individual totals are required for the truck and each
individual trailer.
Standby
A low-power mode which the Indicator should be set to
between jobs, for example, when the operator is moving
the loader and does not need to weigh a load.
T
Tare Mode
A mode that allows tare weights to be used when
calculating load weight. There are two options for using
Tare mode:
The Indicator automatically deducts the tare value
to give the net lifted load weight. For example, the
tare weight could be the weight of a pallet.
The Indicator adds the tare value to the total load
weight. For example, the tare value could be the
weight of the truck which is added to the total load
to ensure that the vehicle's maximum load is not
breached.
See also Operation Mode.
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Target Mode
A mode used to enter a predetermined product target
weight. The Indicator will calculate and display the amount
of product required to reach the target. For each lift, the lift
weight will be subtracted from the displayed amount until
the target weight is reached.
Ticket
A printed record of a load.
May also be known as Docket.
Tip-off
The final bucket load adjustment, which allows you to tip a
measured amount of the product from the final bucket to
ensure an exact target weight is reached.
Transducer
See Pressure transducer.
Trigger
A sensor which responds to the position of the lift arms,
and informs the Indicator when to take a weight reading.
LOADRITE™ weighing systems have three types of trigger:
optical, rotary and magnetic.
Trigger Point
A point (or series of points) in the position of the lift arms
where a weight reading is taken.
W
Weigh Mode
Any mode that gives the operator different options to weigh
the material in the bucket, for example Tip-off or Tare
mode.
See also Operation Mode.
Weighbridge
A platform scale for weighing vehicles.
Also known as Ground Scale, Scale House and Truck
Scale.
Z
Zero/Zeroing
Sets the weight of the bucket to 0. Zeroing is required to
reset the weight of the bucket from time-to-time. This is to
avoid inaccurate readings due to the build-up of material in
the bucket which can occur when operators are dealing
with wet or sticky materials.
See also Check zero.
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17. APPENDIX E: LEGAL INFORMATION
Disclaimer
Actronic Ltd operates a policy of on-going development. Please note that while every effort has been made to ensure that the data given in this
document is accurate, due to continued product development, the information, figures, illustrations, tables, specifications, and schematics
contained herein are subject to change without notice. Actronic Ltd does not warrant that this document is error-free. The screenshots and other
presentations shown in this manual may differ from the actual screens and presentations generated by the actual product. All such differences
are minor and the actual product will deliver the described functionality as presented in this document in all material respects. If you find any
errors in the document, please report them to us in writing.
Actronic Ltd assumes no liability in connection with the use of any LOADRITE™ branded product.
Actronic Ltd is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Compliance
Domain
Applicable Standard
Immunity Standards (industrial)
IEC 61000-4-3 (ed1.2) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement
techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test (80% 1kHz Amplitude
Modulated) from 80MHz to 1GHz 10V/m
IEC 61000-4-3 (ed1.3) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement
techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test (80% 1kHz Amplitude
Modulated) from 1.4GHz to 2GHz 3V/m
IEC 61000-4-3 (ed1.4) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement
techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test (80% 1kHz Amplitude
Modulated) from 2GHz to 2.7GHz 1V/m
Conducted
IEC 61000-4-6 (ed2.1) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-6: Testing and measurement
techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields
Fast Transients
IEC 61000-4-4 (ed2.1) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-4: Testing and measurement
techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test +/1KV (5/50 Tr/Th ns - 5kHz repetition)
ESD
IEC 61000-4-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing and measurement
techniques - Electrostatic discharge immunity test +/-4kV / Electrostatic Air Discharge +/-8kV
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
EN/IEC/ASNZS 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-2: Generic standards Immunity for industrial environments
EN/IEC 61000-6-4:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-4: Generic Standards Emission standard for industrial environments
ANSI C63.4:2003 FCC Part 15 (A and B) - Radio Frequency Devices
Products with the CE marking comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) issued by the Commission of the
European Community. Compliance with this directives implies conformity to the following European Standards:
EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for industrial environments
EN 61000-6-4:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-4: Generic Standards - Emission standard for industrial environments
The Indicator is fully EMC (Electro-Magnetic Compatibility) compliant and is CE marked accordingly. A Declaration of Conformity, in accordance
with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (and as amended) is available from Actronic Ltd on request: info@loadritescales.com
Actronic Ltd cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of
the product with CE marking.
Hereby, Actronic Ltd, declares that this LOADRITE™ L2180 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 2004/108/EC.
The Indicator is compliant with RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC which sets limits for the use of certain restricted hazardous substances. This
directive states that “from 1st July 2006, new electrical and electronic equipment put on the market does not contain lead, m ercury, cadmium,
hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) or polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)”.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65.
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Disposing of the LOADRITE™ Indicator
This electronic product is subject to the EU Directive 2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
which requires the separate collection, treatment, recycling and environmentally-sound final disposal of waste of electrical and
electronic equipment. As such, this product must not be disposed of at a municipal waste collection point.
Please refer to local regulations for directions on how to dispose of this product in an environmentally friendly manner.
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