Rice Lake TradeRoute HL Operators Manual
Table of Contents
Copyright © 2011 Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved.
Printed in the United States of America.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
November 2011
1. Introduction ................................................................. 1
2. Operator Safety ........................................................... 2
3. Control Box and Keypad ............................................ 3
Setting Time and Date .......................................................................... 4
Setting Units ............................................................................................ 6
Changing ID Number ............................................................................ 6
4. Operating Instructions ................................................ 7
Weigh Mode Alarms ............................................................................. 7
Operating Modes ................................................................................... 8
Single Weigh Operating Instructions ................................................ 9
Batch Weigh Operating Instructions .............................................. 11
Optional Set Point Relay .................................................................... 14
Configuring Set Point Operation ..................................................... 15
Automatic Set Point Relay Operation ............................................ 15
Manual Operation with Set Point Relay ......................................... 19
Set Point Relay Override ................................................................... 19
5. Maintenance ............................................................... 25
Weekly ................................................................................................... 25
Yearly ..................................................................................................... 27
Disassembly Procedure ...................................................................... 27
Assembly Procedure ........................................................................... 29
6. Trouble Shooting ....................................................... 31
Low Profile Weighing System Limited Warranty .......... 37
For More Information ........................................................ 38
Web Site ........................................................................................ 38
Contact Information .................................................................... 38
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1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the On-Board Weighing
System, formally manufactured by Norac Systems International.
This system is manufactured with top quality components and is
engineered using the latest technology to provide operating
features and reliability unmatched for years to come.
Please take the time to read this manual completely through
before attempting to use the system. Although the On-Board
system has been designed for easy set up and use, a thorough
understanding of this manual will ensure that you receive the
maximum benefit from the system.
The On-Board Weighing System can be used to turn almost any
truck or trailer into a weighing unit. This manual deals specifically
with the operation of the On-Board Low Profile Weighing
System. However, the installation and operation of the On-Board
for other applications is very similar.
If you have any questions or comments please contact Rice Lake
Weighing Systems:
Phone (toll free): 1-800-472-6703
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DO NOT PLACE HANDS OR ANY BODY PART UNDERNEATH
THE SCALE AT ANY TIME. THE SCALE COULD BE LOWERED
AT ANY TIME, CRUSHING BODY PARTS.
DO NOT PLACE ANY TOOLS UNDER THE SCALE,
WHEN LOWERED THE SCALE COULD BE
DAMAGED.
2. Operator Safety
The On-Board Weighing System has very few moving
components, but can still cause injury.
***********************DANGER*********************
Always be certain when lowering the scale everyone is clear of
the scale and any other moving parts.
Always obey the standards and regulations placed on the
transportation and handling of the product you are delivering for
your jurisdiction. For example, if you are delivering Anhydrous
Ammonia, you should comply with all local regulations when
transporting or handling this product.
Do not overload the scale system this can cause damage to the
scale and the vehicle. Always obey the weight restrictions placed
on the vehicle and roads.
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3. Control Box and Keypad
The Weigh Center houses the M2000 indicator and ticket printer.
Figure 1 shows the layout of the control box. Figure 2 shows a
close up of the M2000 indicator.
Figure 1 – Weigh Center
Figure 2 – M2000 Indicator
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Throughout this section, you will be asked to press the start or
end buttons, enter keystrokes into the indicator, or read the
display. At times, you must also recognise the mode in which the
unit is operating. The mode of the indicator is indicated by a
series of small lights below the display. (See Figure 2)
A description of the important keys and buttons are as follows:
Weigh Center [START] and [END] buttons.
Indicator [ZERO] Key
Indicator [TARE] Key
Indicator [PRINT/SELECT] Key
Setting Time and Date
1. Enter the desired date into the indicator in YYMMDD (Year
Month Day) format using the key sequence outlined below.
For example June 16, 2008 would be entered as:
Note: Press [8][1] [PRINT/SELECT] and the current
setting for the date is displayed in a YY.MM.DD format.
Pressing [PRINT/SELECT] or [CLEAR] will exit the date
programming mode without changing the settings. You have
an unlimited amount of time to enter the date keystrokes. If a
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mistake is made press the [CLEAR] button and start the
process over.
2. Enter the desired time into the indicator in HHMMSS (Hours
Minutes Sec) format using the key sequence outlined below.
The time must be in a 24-hour format. For example 1:15:10
PM (13:15:10) would be entered as:
Note: Press [8][0] [PRINT/SELECT] and the current
setting for the time is displayed in a HH.MM.SS format.
Pressing [PRINT/SELECT] or [CLEAR] will exit the date
programming mode without changing the settings. You have
an unlimited amount of time to enter the time keystrokes. If a
mistake is made press the [CLEAR] button and start the
process over.
3. To change the time format enter the following keystrokes:
will display the current setting.
There are three possible time settings;
sets the time to 24hr mode.
sets the time to 12hr AM mode.
sets the time to 12hr PM mode.
AM/PM mode is the current time of day when you are
entering the time.
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Setting Units
To obtain the desired units press;
until the desired MODE LED is on.
Eg. – Kilograms
Changing ID Number
The ID number for your system is factory programmed. If you
wish to change this ID number follow the instructions below:
a) Insert a programming jumper onto the On-Board Control
Board. Cycle power, then type the following sequence on
the M2000
b) The indicator will prompt you to enter an ID.
c) Enter the id using the keypad on the indicator followed by
the [PRINT/SELECT] key.
d) When done programming the ID remove the
programming jumper and cycle power.
Note: If a mistake is made entering the ID, pressing [CLEAR]
will exit id programming mode. Press [START] again to enter
the correct number.
IMPORTANT: Programming the id sets the system to
return to the default ‘single weigh mode’ operation. Refer to
the next section for details on setting the mode.
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4. Operating Instructions
Weigh Mode Alarms
Your On-Board Weighing System is equipped with both a
hardware and software alarm to alert the operator when the scale
is in the weigh position. When the M2000 is ON the system
automatically monitors the weight on the scale. When the scale is
up the system software will automatically flash the alarm light
located in the cab of the truck, on truck mounted models. The
alarm light is located on the side of the control box on trailer
mounted units. When the scale is lowered into the transport
position the software automatically turns the alarm lamp off.
As a backup to the software alarm, the system also uses a
hardware alarm that will function even when the power switch is
in the OFF position. When the M2000 is off the system can no
longer monitor the weight on the scale. Instead a hardware alarm
monitors the position of the scale. If you cut the power to the
system with the scale is in the weigh position, the alarm light will
turn on solid. The alarm light will remain on until the scale is
lowered into the transport position.
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Operating Modes
The Weigh Center operates in two modes: Single weigh mode
and Batch weigh mode.
Single Weigh Mode is a simple mode that allows only independent
scale weight tickets. Product ID’s are not available in this mode.
Batch Weigh Mode is a mode with more functionality. It allows
the use of product ID’s so that more than one product can be
delivered and weighed (multiple compartment containers).
To change the mode, enter the following keystrokes into the
M2000:
The M2000 will then prompt ‘config’ on the display. To function
in single weigh mode enter the following keystrokes:
To function in batch weigh mode enter the following keystrokes:
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Single Weigh Operating Instructions
1. Park the vehicle in as level a location as possible.
2. Raise the platform to enable the scale. If the level lamp does
not indicate that the unit is level lower the platform and move
the truck. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
3. Turn the power switch located on the instrument panel to the
ON position. The M2000 weigh indicator should power up.
The readout on the indicator should be positive. When the
system is ready to use the green LED on the front panel will
go dark.
Note: The M2000 will display after 10
seconds if the vehicle is not level.
4. Insert your ticket into the TM290 ticket printer.
The delivery hose, chutes, conveyors, etc. must be in
the storage position before continuing.
5. When the reading on the M2000 has stabilized push
[START] once. The printer will print the current time and
date, and the starting gross and net weights.
6. The M2000 will go into NET mode automatically when the
start button is pushed. The display will show zero “” with the
net light illuminated.
7. Connect the delivery hoses. Unload or load the amount as
desired. Then disconnect the hoses and place in the storage
position.
The delivery hose, chutes, conveyors, etc. must be in
the storage position before pushing the END button.
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ID: 10198
Date: Jun 16, 2008 Time: 13:15
Start at 5802 kg GROSS
0 kg NET
Amount unloaded
2617 kg
8. When the reading has stabilized push the [END] button once.
The printer will print out the amount unloaded in units of
weight. The following is a sample of a ticket.
The above ticket will print in either Kilograms (kg) or Pounds (lb)
depending on your system settings.
9. Lower the platform to disengage the scale, visually check to
see that the scale is down completely. The cab alarm light will
go out when the scale is in the transport position.
Note1: Do not move the vehicle until the scale is in the
transport position.
Note2: NET and GROSS modes are automatically selected
during operation.
Note3: It is not necessary to turn the power switch on the
control box off between deliveries. In fact, if the truck will not
be turned off between deliveries it is recommended that the
power switch be left in the on position. When the truck is
going to be shut down, power down the control box prior to
turning off the truck.
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Batch Weigh Operating Instructions
1. Park the vehicle in as level a location as possible.
2. Raise the platform to enable the scale. If the level lamp does
not indicate that the unit is level, lower the platform and move
the truck. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
3. Turn the power switch located on the instrument panel to the
ON position. The M2000 weigh indicator should power up.
The readout on the indicator should be positive. When the
system is ready to use the green LED on the front panel will
go dark.
Note: The M2000 will display after 10
seconds if the vehicle is not level.
4. Insert your ticket into the TM290 ticket printer.
The delivery hose, chutes, conveyors, etc. must be in
the storage position before continuing.
5. To start the cycle, press [START]. This will print the time
and date.
6. The prompt “prod” will appear, enter the product ID.
“#####” is the product number from 1-999999.
Note: If a mistake is made entering the product
number, pressing [CLEAR] will abort the enter
product number phase. Press [START] to start the
enter product number process again.
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