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1.2 02-27-07 Redesigned manual to be consistent with Triner Scale
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1.3 03-27-07 Redesigned Cover page image and Keyboard and
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Cover Page,
Keyboard and Display
Description
1.4 03/27/08 Updated manual with new rates and services for the
’08 rate change and the manual cover.
1.5 05/26/09 Updated manual with Country Codes for the ’09 rate
change and the manual cover.
Cover Page, Function
Keys, Numeric Keys
Cover Page, Country
Codes
2006 Triner Scale & Mfg. Co., Inc
Contents subject to change without notice.
Triner Scale & Mfg. Co., Inc
8411 Hacks Cross Road
Olive Branch, MS 38654-4010
(662) 890-2385
(800) 238-0152
Fax (662) 890-2386
info@trinerscale.com
www.trinerscale.com
©Triner Scale and Mfg. Co., 2006-2007. All rights reserved.
The information contained herein is the property of Triner Scale and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions.
No part may be reproduced or used except as authorized by contract or other written permission. The copyright and the
foregoing restriction on reproduction and use extend to all media in which the information may be embodied.
Contents subject to change without notice.
THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE COMPONENTS.
Servicing of the equipment must only be carried out by trained and authorized personnel.
Use only the AC adapter supplied with the scale. Other adapters may cause damage.
Routine maintenance
Harsh abrasives, solvents, scouring cleaners and alkaline cleaning solutions should
be used; especially on the display window.
not
The outside of the product may be wiped down with a clean cloth, moistened with
water containing a small amount of soap.
Installation
- Ensure that the scale is placed securely on a flat and level surface.
- Avoid installing the scale in areas of direct sunlight and high humidity. Also avoid drafts,
vibrations and dusty conditions.
- Do not mix the type of batteries. Replace all batteries at the same time.
- If the scale is not to be used for a long period of time, remove all batteries from the bat-
tery compartment to avoid leakage, which may cause damage to the instrument.
- To extend the life of your digital scale, do not drop items to be weighed onto the platform or overload the scale beyond its rated capacity. Shock loading and overloading
may damage the load cell and void the warranty.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
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“CE” logo here somewhere…
Getting Started
1. After removing scale from carton, pull out the cardboard protection that is located between the platter and the scale enclosure. Do not
out the cardboard protection and discard.
2. Plug the supplied AC Adapter into the scale first, then into an AC outlet. For portable
operation, install 6-AA size alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment located underneath the scale. To install batteries, remove the compartment cover
on the underside of the scale, fit the 6 AA batteries in the spaces provided (observe polarity markings) and re-engage the cover clips.
3. Place the scale on a stable and firm table.
4. Press the ON (9) key to begin the initialization.
Push clips and pull to
Remove compartment cover Observe battery polarity (+/-)
remove the platter – simply pull
Initialization –
When the scale is switched ON for the
first time, the scale will display some information and then prompt you for the
origination ZIP Code. Your origination
ZIP code is the ZIP code from which
you will mail or ship items. This step is
vital to obtaining the correct postal
rates from your scale.
Enter the first three digits
you would enter 600.The scale displays the ZIP Code entered and then resumes normal
operation.
NOTE: The scale displays the origination ZIP code as part of its start up sequence. To verify your origination ZIP code, switch the scale OFF and then ON again. Then look for the
numbers that appear after the ”oZIP_” message.
of your ZIP Code. For example, if your ZIP code is 60089, then
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Keyboard and Display Description
Function Keys0
ST/
Pri
1
Selects First Class or Priority Mail (Retail). This key is also used to toggle between
First Class Letter, First Class Flat, and First Class Parcel. The scale automatically
switches to Priority Mail for items weighing more than the First Class weight limit.
Pcl Post
Selects domestic Parcel Post. The scale automatically determines if the rate
should be Inter-BMC/ASF or Intra-BMC/ASF.
Express
Media
Zero/CE
Selects domestic Express Mail rate (Retail).
Selects domestic Media (Book) Mail.
Clears a numeric entry, revert back to weighing mode or re-zero the scale; in that
order of precedence.
Numeric Keys
NOTE: Some numeric keys are dual purpose
0 – 9
CAN (1)
Enters numeric data when prompted; usually a ZIP code.
Toggles between First Class International Letter, First Class International Flat, and
First Class International Parcel.
MEX (2)
Toggles between First Class International Letter, First Class International Flat, and
First Class International Parcel.
GP (3) (4) (5)
Toggles between First Class International Letter, First Class International Flat, and
First Class International Parcel to Group 3, 4 and 5 countries respectively.
OFF (7)
HOLD (8)
ON (9)
Press and hold three to four seconds to switch scale OFF.
Places scale into hold mode (weight mode only).
Press once to switch scale ON.
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Scale Operation
When the scale is first switched on, it will display some information and then default to
weighing mode. In weighing mode, the scale
will display pounds and ounces. NOTE: If
your item weighs less than one pound, the
pounds display will be blank.
Before you place an item on the scale, make
sure that the display shows zero weight (0.0).
If the scale does not show zero, press the
Zero/CE key once.
How to obtain the rate for a letter or package:
1. Select the desired class of mail by pressing one of the scale’s function keys.
2. Place the item on the center of the scale’s
platter and allow the reading to stabilize.
If the class of mail you have selected requires a destination ZIP code, the scale
will automatically prompt you.
3. Key-in the first three digits
tion ZIP code. For example, if you are
mailing to ZIP code 38118, you would enter 3-8-1.
of the destina-
0–9
The scale briefly displays the destination zone
(for example ZonE4 for Zone 4) before displaying the proper rate.
NOTES:
1. Not all classes of mail require a ZIP code.
2. If the item being weighed is over the maximum weight limit for that class of mail, the
scale will automatically display “oL”.
3. If the ZIP code you have entered is invalid, the scale will briefly display “Err”.
4. If the ZIP code you have entered is eligible for an Intra-BMC/ASF discount, the scale
will briefly display “IntrA”. (Parcel Post only)
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First Class Operation:
First Class pricing now takes into consideration shape (size) as well as weight. Prior to weighing
the item, you should measure its length, height and thickness to determine whether it is a Letter,
a Flat (Large Envelope) or a Parcel (Package). Please visit the official USPS website
(www.usps.com) for current regulations.
Regardless of the size, the scale will automatically progress through the weight-based First
Class services when weight is added to (or removed) from the platform:
WEIGHT ON SCALE DISPLAYED SERVICE
0 to 3.5 oz inclusive 1st Class Letter
>3.5 oz to 13 oz inclusive 1st Class Flat
>13 oz Priority Mail
If your mail piece falls into the Flat or Parcel shape, you can manually select this category by
pressing the 1
plays a message prior to displaying the rate: “Ltr” for Letter, “FLt” for Flat, “PCL” for Parcel and
“Pri” for Priority Mail.
WEIGHT ON SCALE TOGGLE SEQUENCE
0 to 3.5 oz inclusive 1st Class Letter ->1st Class Flat -> 1st Class Parcel -> Priority Mail,
>3.5 oz to 13 oz inclusive 1st Class Flat -> 1st Class Parcel -> Priority Mail, 1st Class Flat, etc.
> 13 oz Scale stays in Priority Mail
st
/Pri key repeatedly until the correct category is displayed. The TP-10 briefly dis-
-> 1st Class Letter, etc.
UPON RETURN TO ZERO
The scale goes back to automatic mode with First Class Letter rates enabled.
First Class International Operation:
First Class International pricing also takes into consideration shape (size) as well as weight (see
previous section).
Regardless of the size, the scale will automatically progress through the weight-based First
Class International services when weight is added to (or removed) from the platform:
WEIGHT ON SCALE DISPLAYED SERVICE
0 to 3.5 oz inclusive 1st Class International Letter
>3.5 oz to 4 lb inclusive 1st Class International Flat
If your mail piece falls into the Flat or Parcel shape, you can manually select this category by
pressing the Group (1 ~ 5) key repeatedly until the correct category is displayed. The SPS-10
briefly displays a message prior to displaying the rate: “Ltr” for Letter, “FLt” for Flat, and “PCL”
for Parcel.
WEIGHT ON SCALE TOGGLE SEQUENCE
0 to 3.5 oz inclusive 1st Class International Letter ->1st Class International Flat ->
1st Class International Parcel -> 1st Class International Letter, etc.
>3.5 oz to 4 lb inclusive 1st Class International Flat -> 1st Class International Parcel ->
1st Class International Flat, etc.
UPON RETURN TO ZERO
The scale goes back to automatic mode with First Class International Letter rates enabled.
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Hold operation:
For weighing large parcels or letters,
1. Switch the scale ON.
2. Select the desired class of mail.
3. Apply letter/parcel to scale. The scale displays the appropriate price.
4. Press the HOLD (8) key. The display briefly shows “HoLd”.
5. Remove the letter/parcel and the display will continue to show price.
6. To remove the Hold function, press the HOLD (8) key again; scale display briefly shows
“-HoLd”.
NOTE: For zoned rates, it will be necessary to key-in the ZIP code prior to pushing the Hold
key.
Auto Shut-off:
When shipped from the factory, the scale is configured to automatically switch off after 2 minutes if not in use. You may disable this feature by performing the following steps:
1. Switch the scale OFF.
2. Press and hold the CAN (1) key while turning the scale back ON.
3. When the scale displays dashes (“- - - - -“), you may release the CAN (1) key. The scale
shows “A-oFF” briefly and then the current status of this feature (“on” or “oFF”).
4. Use the GP (4) key to toggle the status between “on” and “oFF”.
5. Press the ON (9) key to save the current setting and return to normal operating mode.
Calibration
Your TP-10 postal scale is ready to use right out of the box. There is no need to calibrate
the scale unless you feel that the scale has become inaccurate. It is a good idea to check
the calibration of your scale from time to time with a precision test weight.
1. Remove all items from the platter and turn the scale OFF. Press and hold the MEX (2) key
while turning the scale back ON.
2. When the scale displays dashes (“- - - - -“), you may release the MEX (2) key. The scale
shows “CAL” briefly then “ZERO”.
3. Press the Zero/CE key. The scale then shows “SAvE” briefly and then “5 0.0”.
4. Place a 5 pound test weight on the platter. The scale displays “Err” and then “5 0.0”.
5. Press the ON (9) key to save the 5 pound calibration value. Once the 5 pound calibration
value has been saved, the scale shows “SAvE” and then “End”. The scale then reverts to
normal operation mode.
Changing the origination ZIP code setting:
If you change locations or just simply notice at start-up that your origination ZIP code is not set
correctly, you may re-program it by performing the following steps:
1. Switch the scale OFF.
2. Press and hold the GP (5) key while turning the scale back ON.
3. When the scale displays dashes (“- - - - -“), you may release the GP (5) key. The scale
shows “CLR” briefly then “oZIP”.
4. At the “ENT ZIP” prompt, enter the first three digits
ZIP code is 60089, then you would enter 600. The scale displays the ZIP Code entered and
then resumes normal operation.
of your ZIP Code. For example, if your
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Error Messages
Specifications
Indicates that the weighing capacity of the scale
has been exceeded. The weight limit of the TP-10
is 10 pounds.
Indicates that the item on the scale exceeds the
weight limit for that class of mail.
Indicates that the weight on the scale is negative.
Press the Zero/CE key.
Error occurred during calibration mode. The scale
is not stable or your test weight is not large enough.
Dimensions:
Capacity/Division:
Power Source:
Tolerance:
Operating Temp:
Power Consumption:
8-1/4” x 8-1/4” x 2”
210mm x 210mm x 51mm
0-10 lb x 0.1 oz
6-AA alkaline batteries or 9VDC, 100 mA AC
adapter
+/- 0.125% of full capacity
50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C)
50 mA maximum
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Postal Rate Card Change Instructions
The TP-10 postal rate information is contained in a pre-programmed memory device that is
mounted on a rate card (a printed circuit board) which plugs into the scale.
The rate card is positioned on the underside of the postal scale. Remove the lid by pushing the
catch and pulling upwards. The rate card is situated directly beneath the lid. To remove, gently
ease the rate chip from its socket.
Push catch and
lift compartment lid
When inserting the new rate card, ensure that the replacement is inserted correctly into the
socket. Insert the rate chip into place by pushing down gently. Replace the compartment lid and
your postal scale will be ready for use.
Postal Rate Change Information
The rates contained within this scale are updated periodically by the United States Postal Service. To receive an order form for an updated rate card when this occurs, please be sure to return the information card found inside the box with your scale. Or simply call the number located
on the front panel of the scale.
Pull rate card gently
upwards to remove
from socket
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TP-10 International Country Groups
By Group Alphabetical
Group 3 Albania............................. 4
China Armenia ........................... 4
Hong Kong Belarus............................. 4
Japan Bosnia.............................. 4
Group 4 China ............................... 3
Albania Czech Republic ............... 4
Armenia Denmark .......................... 5
Belarus Faroe Islands................... 5
Bosnia Finland ............................. 5
Bulgaria France.............................. 5
Czech Republic Germany .......................... 5
Hungary Hong Kong....................... 3
Lithuania Hungary ........................... 4
Poland Iceland ............................. 5
Romania Ireland.............................. 5
Russia Japan ............................... 3
Ukraine Lithuania .......................... 4
Norway............................. 5
Group 5 Poland.............................. 4
Andorra Portugal ........................... 5
Denmark Romania .......................... 4
Faroe Islands Russia.............................. 4
Finland Spain................................ 5
France Sweden............................ 5
Germany Switzerland ...................... 5
Iceland Ukraine ............................ 4
Ireland Vatican City...................... 5
Norway
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Vatican City
Bulgaria............................ 4
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TRINER SCALE & MFG. CO.
LIMITED WARRANTY
What is Covered: Triner Scale & Mfg. Co. Inc. warrants to the first end user customer of the Triner Scale product
enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased and used in the United States, conforms
to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one
(1) year from the date of original purchase.
What Triner Scale Will Do to Correct Problems: Should your Triner Scale product prove defective during the warranty
period, please call Triner Scale at (800) 238-0152 for warranty repair instructions and return authorization. Triner
Scale will, at its option, repair or replace on an exchange basis the defective unit as follows:
PARTS
New or comparable rebuilt parts in exchange for defective parts for one (1) year after original purchase.
LABOR
Carry-In or mail in service for 90 days from the date of original purchase. Labor and shipping cost after the 90 day
period will be charged to you.
If you are authorized by Triner Scale to ship the product to Triner Scale for repair, it is your responsibility to securely
package the product in its original container or an equivalent and provide proof of the date of original purchase. You
will be responsible for shipping costs to Triner Scale repair facility. When warranty service involves the exchange of
the product or a part, the exchanged product may be new or previously repaired to the Triner Scale standard of
quality. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by
this limited warranty.
What this Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty covers only consumer use in the United States. Triner Scale is
not responsible for warranty service should the Triner Scale label or logo or the serial number be removed or the
product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation,
neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current,
interaction with non-Triner Scale products, or service other than a Triner Scale Authorized Service. Packaging and
shipping costs incurred in presenting your Triner Scale product for warranty service are your responsibility. If a
claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service, you will be held responsible for costs incurred.
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN,
ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXPECT
AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER TRINER SCALE & MFG. CO. INC. NOR ITS
AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
THE TRINER SCALE PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER
LEGAL THEORY.
No terms, condition, understanding, or agreements, purporting to modify the terms of this warranty shall have any
legal effect unless made in writing and signed by a corporate officer of the seller. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you my have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
TRINER SCALE & MANUFACTURING COMPANY INC.
8411 Hacks Cross Road
Olive Branch, MS 38654-4010
Tel (662) 890-2385 • Fax (662) 890-2386
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