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1. Display Keypad Display Capacity label Weighing pan Power cord AC Adapter Scale with battery Adjustable feet Jack for AC Adapter battery 9a Serial label Europe 9b Serial Label USA under weighing platform 5 wn 10 Hole for antitheft device 11 Spirt level 12 RS232 Interface Optional 13 RS232 Interface Standard 14 Stability indicator 15 Weighing range display for dual range scales 16 Center of zero 17 weighing unit 18 Net symbol when weighing with tare 19 Battery discharge status optional Section 1 Introduction Thank you for deciding to purchase a Ranger Scale from Ohaus Behind your instrument stands OHAUS a leading manufacturer of precision Scales Moisture Analyzers Balances and Indicators An Aftermarket Depart ment with trained instrument technicians is dedicated to provide you with the fastest service possible in the event your instrument requires servicing OHAUS also has a Customer Service Department to answer any inquiries regarding applications and accessories To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your new Ranger Scale please read the manual completely before installation and operation 1 2 Overview of the scale The Ranger Scale offers
2. A 9 10a 11 12 13 14 15 x E ED E suis ls nu n u 3 Ilka Pcs a ap a a u aaa AS Opt BH Li 22 Function keys E Sampie ae 25 26 27 28 29 30 Scale Keypad Function keys Display Scale specifications Weighing pan Power cord Power cord with AC Adapter Scale with internal battery optional Adjustable feet Rear of scale 9 Jack for AC Adapter battery 10a Serial label Europe 105 Serial label USA under weighing platform 11 Hole for antitheft device 12 Spirt level 13 9232 Interface Optional 14 RS232 Interface Standard Display 15 Stability indicator 16 Active interface for menu mode 17 Active scale in 2 scale syytems 18 Weighing range display for dual range scales 19 Symbols for net gross weight 20 Battery discharge status optional battery 21 Weighing unit 22 Number of user selected reference pieces 23 Weighing range bar graph 24 Center of zero Function keys 25 Clear APW and return to weighing 26 Average Piece Weight one piece reference is displayed for 3 seconds 27 If two scales are connected this button switches the display between the host scale and the remote scale Tare Zero and G N T buttons functions are active for the scale being displayed 28 Switching from Weighing to Counting Mode 29 Ten pieces sample size 10
3. 20 Adding Mode nn ot een inch uel Ded gan uns dure uad na VE 20 Piece counting with 2 scale aa i e ab coro Eta 2 SETTING UP a Bv ense ee o e Ds 22 UIT TC EE 22 Neu EE 22 EE 23 4 4 4 5 4 6 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 Contents p3232 10 R9223222 THOU S etie acta aeta etu to la Cus 24 ce VIN NA n UPPER A 25 ATOT NAR 26 CALIBRATION AND SEALING ssssse eene nnn 27 Calibration MASSES addo bed abono bo de a O an a roc 27 Calibration ie 28 Unlocking ee 28 Weights and miegsures enone 29 CARE AND MAINTENANDGE oa ao er ehe ee 30 Iroliplesho llig ans ph eir d D aie t ento on dvi ree ana udi e cfe bc defi sed i Ed iet 30 RS232 iuo eda oe Rae ot 3 hid Lecta Ai beret tubis a ea E oo Ate LAS a 33 Nb ta Dr tando oe adatto N Let 33 Accessories bep btt 33 SPECIHICANON SE EE A 33 Rear of scale o a O o
4. Sn Default String Determines what is printed via meee Header Gross Net Tare 4 Lin f F Print command Selects a string OCF acr feed LN for Mode of data to be printed header gross net tare 4 line feed form feed multi or single line End Settings End of RS232 1 menu when Com 1 L End of RS232 menu selected display advances to CMD r 1 RS232 2 menu 19 This menu allows software locking and unlocking the calibration setup nr read RS232 1 RS232 2 menus Locking is done to limit menu access LL or for LFT applications Once LocSet is set to ON the menu can only be unlocked by a switch on the circuit board of the scale An ON setting locks out the calibration menu An ON setting locks out the setup menu An ON setting locks out the read menu An ON setting locks out the RS232 1 menu An ON setting locks out the RS232 2 menu When set on locks all software settings in this menu End of lock menu when selected advances to CAL menu End of menus Store Yes will go to a weighing mode No returns to Calibration menu Section 5 Calibration and sealing Ranger scales offer a choice of two calibration methods Span Calibration and Linearity Calibration Span Span calibration ensures that the sale reads within specifications using two weight values zero and a weight value close to 10096 of the full capacity Special software features enable you to span ca
5. Scales with a built in battery automatically switch to battery operation if there is a power failure or the power cord is removed The battery symbol indicates the current discharge status of the battery 1 segment 25 capacity If the symbol flashes the battery must be recharged A discharged battery requires at least 8 hours until it is recharged During the charging process work with the scale can continue but under these conditions a longer charging time is needed In normal use the battery can operate the scale for up to 40 hours independent of the AC power line The battery is protected against overcharging and the scale can remain connected to the AC power line The scale is equipped with one bi directional RS232 interface for commu nication with printers and computers When the scale is connected directly to a printer displayed data can be output at any time by simply pressing the PRINT UN TS button or by using one of the RS232 Mode print features A second optional RS232 interface is also available Connecting the scale to a computer or printer enables you to operate the scale from the computer as well as receive data such as displayed weight weighing mode stability status etc and to have a permanent printed record On the rear of the scale a 9 pin male subminiature D connector is provided for interfacing to other devices Table below indicates pin connections Data Out TXD Data In RXD GND 2
6. 09000 e CO 08 9 Output formats Data output can be initiated in one of three ways 1 By pressing PRINT 2 Using the Auto Print feature 3 Sending a print command P from a computer RS232 commands All communication is accomplished using standard ASCII format Characters shown in the following table are acknowledged by the scale Invalid command response ES error indicates the scale has not recognized the command Commands sent to the scale must be terminated with a carriage return CR or carriage return line line feed CRLF Data output by the scale is always terminated with a carriage return line feed CRLF The output format is illustrated in the table which follows RS232 COMMAND TABLE Command Character Description os Print weight stable or unstable after P cmd 1S Print stable weight after P cmd SA Print on stability Send final stable weight value CA Continuous Print Prints weighing string w o default string information Interval Print xxxx Print Interval 1 3600 sec OA turns off print interval Print display data see OS and 1S Same as pressing Zero bution Same as pressing Tare button Begin span calibration H 1 1 5 1 to 5 headers are available with24 characters per line enter H space then text See below Creating header information Ranger Scale contains provisions for entering a custom header using an external PC connected to the RS232 connector The header can contain up to 5 l
7. med high low quit Unit 1 Unit 113 Unit 1g Unit 1kg Unit 1 quit Unit 2 Unit 255 Unit 2g Unit 2kg Unit 2 quit Azt 1d 3d OFF quit A t or ON quit Aot YES NO quit Rzd quit End rd 13 rs232 com reset LYES NO Mode Print On Stb Stb only Cont Dialog Disp 2 Ref 2 Bulk2 quit baud 300 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 quit Parity 7 even no p 8 no p 7 odd quit Stop 1 2 quit Handsh YES NO quit Defsir Header LON OFF Gross LON OFF Net LON OFF Tare Lon OFF PCS LON OFF APW LON OFF REF CT LON OFF 4 L INF LON OFF F Feed Lon OFF LN For Single multi End rs 3232 2 Com 2 reset LYES NO Mode Print On Stb Stb only Cont Dialog Disp 2 Ref 2 Bulk2 quit baud 4800 9600 19200 quit Parity 7 even 7 no p 8 no p 7 odd quit Stop 1 2 quit Handsh YES NO quit Defsir Header LON OFF Gross Lon OFF Net LON OFF Tare LON OFF PCS LON OFF APW LON OFF REF CT Lon OFF 4 L INF LON OFF F Feed Lon OFF LN For Lsingle multi End rs2 1200 2400 LOCKOUT Loc Cal LON OFF quit Setup ON OFF quit Read ON OFF quit RS232 1 ov OFF quit RS232 2 ON OFF quit Locset ON OFF quit Endloc uit Store QUIT Quit Lstore There are two sets of button switches located on the front panel of the scale The six button switches located directly under the display are used for countin
8. Marked with Directive Standard gekennzeichnet mit Richtlinie Norm munis de la mention Directive Norme con el distintivo Directiva Norma contrassegnati con la Direttiva Norma marcatura Year of EU 73 23 EEC Low Voltage EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Safety Regulations attachment of EU 73 23 EEC Niederspannung EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Sicherheitsbestimmungen the CE mark EU 73 23 EEC Basse tension EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Consignes de s curit Jubrcdar areten EU 73 23 EEC Baja tensi n EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Disposiciones sobreseguridad Eichung EU 73 23 EEC Bassatensione EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Prescrizioni di sicurezza Ann e dela C EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Emissions EN61000 3 2 prem re Electromagnetic compatibility EN50082 2 1995 Immunity EN61000 3 3 v rification EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Funkst rungen EN61000 3 2 elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit EN50082 2 1995 Immunitat EN61000 3 3 A o de la EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Emissions parasites EN61000 3 2 primera Compatibilit lectromagn tique EN50082 2 1995 Immunit EN61000 3 3 verificaci n EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Radiointerferencias EN61000 3 2 Compatibilidad electromagn tica EN50082 2 1995 Inmunidad EN61000 3 3 annodella EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Radiointerferenze EN61000 3 2 prima verifica Compatibilit elettromagnetica EN50082 2 1995 Immunit EN61000 3 3 1 1 EU 90 384 NAWI
9. NOTE If the scale is sealed and is used for legal for trade the seal must be removed to gain access to the unlock switch located underneath the scale in order to calibrate the scale Refer to paragraph 5 3 Access the calibration menu SPAN is displayed You have a choice of calibrating the scale using span or linearity methods If you press the PRINT UNITS button you can access linearity calibration Span calibra tion requires two points zero and full span Linearity requires three points zero mid range and full span Press G N T Menu button O is displayed followed by mass value to be placed on the platform For example a 3kg scale would normally require 3kg for a span calibration By pressing the PRINT UNITS button repeatedly a lesser value mass can be used For example a 3kg scale offers 2kg 1 5kg 1 2kg 1kg O 9kg O 8kg and O 7kg for full span Place the indicated mass on the platform and press the G N T MENU button If the calibration was successful the calibration mass value and DONE is displayed and the calibration data is saved automatically Remove calibration masses from platform When performing a linearity calibration O is first displayed followed by the first mass and then a second mass As with span calibration you are offered a choice of lesser weights to be used for calibration Low Capacity Scale If it necessary to recalibrate a scale which has been set up for legal for trade use or if the Locset me
10. Ranger Count OIML Version WEIGH Models INGRANGE Cap x Readabili Default Cap x Readability Cap x Readabili Cap x Readabili 2 30x 001 30000x 10 60x 0 02 60x002 60x002 120x045 600 x02 General Specifications Large Platform Platform size w x d cm 35 x 24 Scale dimensions w x d x h cm 36 x 37 x 11 5 Shipping dimensions w x d x h cm 52x53x27 Weigh kg 9 5 net 11 gross Weighing units g kg lb oz Display 0 63 inch 16 mm digit height Backlit LCD Power Internal power supply 40 hour rechargeable battery powered models available Span Calibration 25 100 capacity Linearity Calibration 3 points 0 50 100 capacity Auto Zero Tracking 0 5d 1d 3d OFF Construction Stainless steel weighing pan Painted cast aluminum housing Protection IP 43 Operating temperature Standard models 10 C to 40C Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C Range 2 60 x 0 02 60000x20 120 x0 05 1200 x 0 5 35 LIMITED WARRANTY Ohaus products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery through the duration of the warranty period During the warranty period Ohaus will repair or at its option replace any component s that proves to be defective at no charge provided that the product is returned freight prepaid to Ohaus This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse expos
11. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 See Accessories listed in paragraph 6 5 Connect a suitable cable from the scale to the external device Review paragraph 6 2 RS232 Interface for additional information regard ing formats and command table Section 3 Operation The following table illustrates the first three menu s in the Ranger Scale The Main Menu contains 7 sub menus The remaining menus appear on the next page CALIBRATION CAL Span Q full capacity weight done Lin Q 50 capacity weight 10096 capacity weight done EndCAL SETUP Setup reset Lres sp LFT ov OFF CAN quit CAL UN Lib Kg Grad 0 0005 0 001 0 002 0 005 0 0001 0 0002 quit APPL IC Stand Fill quit Bac It ON OFF quit List LPrint End set Read reset Lres rd Al med high low quit Unit 1 Unit 15 Unit 1g Unit 1kg Unit 1 0 quit Unit 2 Unit 28 Unit 2g Unit 2kg Unit 20 quit Azt 054 1d 3d OFF quit A t ore ON quit Aot YES NO quit Rzd quit End rd 11 rs232 Com 1 reset Lreset rs Mode Print On Stb Stbonly Cont Disp 2 quit baud 300 600 1200 2400 00 9600 19200 quit Parity 7 even 7 no p 8 no p 7 odd quit Stop H 2 quit Handsh es NO quit Defstr Header LON OFF Gross Lon OFF Net LON OFF Tare LON OFF 4 L INF LON OFF F Feed Lon OFF LN For Single multi End rs 5232 2 Com 2 reset Lreset rs Mode Print On Stb Stbonly Co
12. 80850084 80850082 Ranger Count NTEP Version Standard Models NTEP RD3RS RDORS RDI2IS RDsols DefaultCapacity xR eadability Ib 120 x 0 01 DefaultCapacity xR eadability kg 60 x X8050 05 DefaultCapacity xR eadability 0 60000 5 Default Capacity xR eadability oz 60 x0 005 120x0 01 240 x 0 02 600 x 0 0 1200 x 0 1 TEP Capacity xReadabilt b 120 x 002 TEP Capacity x Readability kg 60 x 0 01 TEP Capacity x Readability g 60000 x 10 NTEP Capacity x Readability oz 1200 x 0 2 Linearity W 5 0 Order number RD3RS 2E0 RD6RS 2E0 RD12LS 2E0 RD30LS 2E0 RD60LS 2EO Note NTEP for weighing only General Specifications All Models Platform size w x d in cm 14x9 5 35 x24 Scale dimensions w x d x h in cm 14 2 x 14 6 x 45 36 x 37 x 115 Shipping dimensions w x d x h in cm 20 x 20 5 x 10 5 52 x 53x 27 Weight Ib kg 11 5 net 14 6 5 gross 21 9 net 24 11 gross Weighing units kg Ib oz Display 0 63 inch 16 mm digit height Backlit LCD Power Internal power supply 40 hour rechargeable battery powered models available Span Calibration 25 100 capacity Linearity Calibration 3 pointcalibration 0 50 100 capacity Auto Zero Tracking 0 54 1d 3d OFF Construction Stainless steel weighing pan Painted cast aluminum housing Protection 43 Operatingtemperature Standard models 10 C to 40C Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C NOTE Parts counting is not NTEP approvable 34
13. 3kg scale would normally require 3kg for a span calibration By pressing the PRINT UW TS button repeatedly a lesser value mass can be used For example a 3kg scale offers 2kg 1 5kg 1 2kg 1kg 0 9kg 0 8kg and 0 7kg for full span Place the indicated mass on the platform and press the G N T MENU button If the calibration was successful data is saved automatically Remove calibration masses from platform Linearity When performing a linearity calibration O is first displayed followed by the first mass and then a second mass Low Capacity Scale If it necessary to recalibrate a scale which has been set up for legal for trade use or if the menu is locked you will have to remove the seal at the bottom of the scale to gain access to the unlock switch To unlock the menus turn the scale off On low capacity scales remove the existing seal and four cover screws from the bottom of the scale You will have to unscrew the feet to access the screws Position the scale so the bottom is accessible NOTE Do the next step carefully First press and hold the unlock switch then briefly press the ON ZERO OFF switch at the same time release the unlock switch after the segment test is displayed The menus are now unlocked and settings can be changed 5 3 Unlocking the menus Cont UNLOCK SWITCH High Capacity Scale u On high capacity scales remove the existing seal and six cover screws from the bottom of the scale You will
14. Calibration menu is covered separately in Section 5 Da The Setup menu contains entries for LFT calibration units graduations processing back light list and end set See table below for details Bold equals factory default settings Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT UM 7S advances to next menu Legal for trade applications when set ON or CAN Calibration unit IER b E rni m alibration may be set using LAL un either kg or Ib Graduation This is the graduation size and 0 001 0 002 0 005 0 0001 available options vary with the 0 0002 0 0005 capacity of the scale Application noo Stand Standard HF Lu FILL Filling a filling Regular weighing Back light can turned on or off Allows printing of complete setup menu End Settings End of setup menu when m End of setup menu selected by pressing G N T EE l ACE MENU button display advances to READ MENU 17 The Read menu contains entries for reset average level unit 1 unit 2 auto zero auto tare auto power off retain zero data and end See table below for details Bold equals factory default settings reset rd Averaging level Low Med High ri g kg oz Ib Auto Zero Tracking 0 5d 1d 3d Off Auto Tare End Read Settings rt Eng End of read menu Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT UMW 7S NO advances to next menu Averaging level High great
15. EN45501 1992 Non Automatic Weighing Instruments C 00 EU 90 384 FNSW EN45501 1992 F r nicht selbstt tige Waagen EU 90 384 BFNA EN45501 1992 Balances fonctionnement non automatique 122 MJ EU 90 384 PBNA EN45501 1992 Para balanzas no autom t cas EU 90 384 BFNA EN45501 1992 Per bilance a funzionamento non automatics 1 applies only to certified balances scale ISO 9001 Registration for Ohaus Corporation Ohaus Corporation USA was examined and evaluated in 1994 by the Bureau Veritas Quality International and was awarded ISO 9001 registration This certifies that Ohaus Corporation USA has a quality system that conforms with the international standards for quality management and quality assurance ISO 9000 series Repeat audits are carried out by BVQI at intervals to check that the quality system is operated in the proper manner ISO 9001 Zertifikat fur Ohaus Corporation Die Firma Ohaus Corporation USA wurde 1994 durch das Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI gepr ft und erhielt das ISO 9001 Zertifikat Dieses bescheinigt dass Ohaus Corporation USA ber ein Qualit tssystem verf gt welches den internationalen Normen f r Qualit tsmanagement und Qualit tssicherung ISO 9000er Reihe entspricht Anl sslich von Wiederhol Audits durch das BVQ wird periodisch berpr ft ob das Qualit tssystem zweckm ssig gehandhabt wird Certificat ISO 9001 pour Ohaus Corporation La soci t Ohaus Corporation USA
16. a t contr l e en 1994 par Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI et a obtenu le certificat degr ISO 9001 Celui ci atteste que Ohaus Corporation USA dispose d un syst me qualit correspondant aux normes internationales pour la gestion de la qualit et pour l assurance qualit degr ISO 9000 Des audits r guliers effectu s par la BVQI v rifient si le systeme qualit est appliqu de facon appropri e Certificado ISO 9001 para Ohaus Corporation La firma Ohaus Corporation USA ha sido inspeccionada por la Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI y ha obtenido el certificado ISO 9001 Esto acredita que Ohaus Corporation USA dispone de un sistema de calidad que cumple las normas internacionales para gesti n y garantfa de calidad ISO serie 9000 Con ocasi n de las inspecciones de repetibilidad por parte de la BVQI se comprueba peri dicamente si el sistema de calidad se manipula de forma correcta Certificato ISO 9001 per la Ohaus Corporation sistema di garanzia della qualita della Societ Ohaus Corporation USA certificato ISO 9001 sin dal 1994 dal Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI e cosi fomisce la dimostrazione che il suo sistema di Garanzia Qualit soddisfa i massimi requisiti Verifiche periodiche del BVQI garantiscono che il sistema qualit opera correttamente pm Naw James Ohaus President NOTE THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE PURSU
17. a high level of operating convenience and useful functions to make accurate measure ments The Ranger Scale has the following features Extremely rugged cast aluminum case and chemically resistant paint finish construction Weighing pan constructed of stainless steel Fully programmable with front panel controls Ergonomic operating controls and a large easily readable display Easy fo follow menus for simplified operation Lockout feature prevents inadvertent changing of menu settings Back lighted display Gross Net Tare operation Selectable graduations Auto zero operation Auto tare operation Built in leveling feet and level indicator Built in functions for manual automatic timing of printing intervals Built in RS232 communication interface and optional additional channel Optional built in battery operation Up to 40 hours continuous operation with optional battery Legal for trade operation Calibration with either kg or Ib A variety of accessories includes interface communication cables printer and a security device Section 2 Installation In this section you will learn how you unpack and install your new Ranger Scale and prepare it for operation On completion of the steps described in this section your Scale is ready for operation Open the package and remove the instrument and the accessories Check the completeness of
18. from the scale to the external device Review paragraph 6 2 RS232 Interface for additional information regard ing formats and command table 11 12 2 7 Connecting a second scale for piece counting The RS connector s on the rear of the scale can also be used to connect 2 scales together for a counting system Use the scale to scale cable listed in the accessory section Connect the cable between the scales The host scale scale 1 must be a Ranger Count In the RS menu of the host MODE should be set fo REF A A 2 If remote scale is used for average piece weight reference BULKA A 2 If remote scale will be the bulk counting scale The remote Ranger Scale can be a Ranger Count or Ranger simple weighing The remote scale should be set to DIALOG in the Mode sub menu Section 3 Operation The following table illustrates the first three menu s in the Ranger Scale The Main Menu contains 7 sub menus The remaining menus appear on the next page CALIBRATION CAL Span Q full capacity weight done Lin Q 50 capacity weight 10096 capacity weight done EndCAL SETUP Setup reset LvES NO LFT ov OFF CAN quit Cal Un Ib quit Grad 0 0005 0 001 0 002 0 005 0 0001 0 0002 quit APPL IC Stand Fill quit Bac It ON OFF quit Aut Opt LON OFF A Add LON OFF List End set Can be viewed but not changed when is ON Read reset YES NO
19. o 3 7 Gross Net Tare recall operation When a container has been placed on the scale and tared it s weight is stored in memory Adding material to the container is shown as NET weight The gross weight is a combination of the fared weight and the material The G N T Menu button allows switching between GROSS NET and TARE weights 4 cS Repeately press short presses the G N T Menu button to cycle through Gross Tare and Net readings The sample illustrations indicate a tare weight of 0 02kg simulating a container a net weight of 1 000kg which would be the material in a container and a gross weight of 1 020kg which is the total weight of the container and material After 5 seconds display returns to net weighing nt 4 r3 TJ my cJ z m 4 ES c3 Q NOTE The display uses symbols for NET and Tare NET NET T Tare Gross no symbol 3 8 Unit switch operation MAA When the Read menu Unit 1 and Unit 2 have been set fo either g kg oz S WALI LI Likg or Ib you may press and hold the PRINT UMTS button to select one of ihe preset units See Read Menu for selecting units NAP o 99 Section 4 Setting up your scale In this section each of the menus are described as to the settings and application in the scale Using the buttons previously described you can configure your scale to specific weighing needs The menus allow you fo change the settings and activate functions
20. or equipment that generate magnetic fields On an unlevel work surface e n confined areas allow sufficient space around the instrument for ease of operation and keep away from radiating heat sources Adjust the leveling feet so that the scale is exactly horizontal and the air bubble in the indicator is centered 8D NOTE The instrument should be leveled each time its location is changed Check to ensure the voltage printed on the scale label matches your local line voltage If this is not the case DO NOT connect the scale to the power supply but contact your responsible OHAUS dealer Connect the power cord from the scale to a suitable power source If the scale is equipped with an optional internal battery connect the AC cord supplied to the rear of the scale The scale now performs a self test loads parameters displays the software version capacity and the normal weight display then appears Allow your scale to warm up for at least 30 minutes to enable it to adapt itself to the ambient conditions If the scale has been stored in a very cold environment before installation it may require several hours to stabilize GGG 0 e CO 5 See rear of balance Scales with a built in battery automatically switch to battery operation if there is a power failure or the power cord i
21. the delivery The following accessories are part of the standard equipment of your new scale 1 Removable power cable supplied with battery operated scales Set of operating instructions 1 Warranty card Remove packing material from the instrument Check the instrument for transport damage Immediately inform your Ohaus dealer if you have complaints or parts are missing Store all parts of the packaging This packaging guarantees the best possible protection for the transport of your instrument Your scale employs state of the art technology and meets the latest demands regarding instrument safety For safe and dependable opera tion please comply with the following instructions The Scale must not be operated in a hazardous environment and only under ambient conditions specified in these instructions Only use approved accessories and peripherals Do not tamper with the retaining screws for the load plate support underneath the weighing pan It is not permitted to open the scale by removing screws in its base The scale is a precision instrument handle it carefully The scale should always be used in an environment which is free from excessive air currents corrosives vibration and temperature or humidity extremes These factors will affect displayed weight readings DO NOT install the scale Next to open windows or doors causing drafts or
22. 600 x 0 05 1200 x 0 1 NTEP Capacity x Readability Ib 120 x 0 02 NTEP Capacity x Readability kg 60 x 0 01 NTEP Capacily x Readability g 60000 x 10 NTEP Capacity x Readability 02 1200 x 0 2 Linearity Order number BATTERY 2nd RS232 BATTERY amp 2nd RS232 Platform size 5 0 RD3RS 2E0 RD6RS 2E0 RDI2LS 2E0 RD30LS 2E0 RD6OLS 2EO Ranger Options To order Ranger with internal rechargeable battery add 1 to the order number above To order Ranger with second RS232 data interface add 2 to the order number above To order Ranger with both an internal rechargeable battery and second RS232 data interface add 3 to the order number above General Specifications w x d in cm 9 5 x8 24 x 20 14x9 5 35x24 Scale dimensions w x d xh in cm 10 5 x 13 2 x 4 26 5 x 33 5 x 10 14 2 x 14 6x 4 5 36x 37x 11 5 Shipping dimensions w x d xh in cm 16 5x19x10 42x48x 25 20 x 20 5 x 10 5 52 x 53 x 27 Weight Weighing units Display Power Span Calibration Ib kg 11 5 net 14 6 5 gross 21 9 5net 24 11 gross g kg Ib oz 0 63 inch 16 mm digit height Backlit LCD Internal power supply 40 hour rechargeable battery powered models available 2596 10096 capacity Linearity Calibration 3 point calibration 0 5096 10096 capacity Auto Zero Tracking Construction Protection Operating temperature Storage temperature 28 0 54 Id 3d OFF Stainless steel weighing pan Painted cast alum
23. ANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFER ENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT THIS EQUIPMENT GEN ERATES USES AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COM MUNICATIONS OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS A LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS ICES 003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE A PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR APPAREILS NUMERIQUES NMB 003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment are not permitted Contents Contents 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 3 10 3 11 3 12 3 13 4 4 2 4 3 OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS ceson eea d ta nad nc cale obl tt uf et eene oa acu is aer cT 6 8 IMO GUCTION ep TP E 8 Overview on ec e
24. Gross Net Tare operation Selectable graduations Auto zero operation Auto tare operation Piece counting Automatic reference optimization Piece counting with two scales Built in leveling feet and level indicator Built in functions for manual and automatic timing of printing intervals Built in RS232 communication interface and optional additional channel Optional built in battery operation Up to 30 hours continuous operation with optional battery Legal for trade operation Calibration with either kg or Ib A variety of accessories includes interface communication cables printer and a security device Section 2 Installation In this section you will learn how you unpack and install your new Ranger Counting Scale and prepare it for operation On completion of the steps described in this section your Scale is ready for operation Open the package and remove the instrument and the accessories Check the completeness of the delivery The following accessories are part of the standard equipment of your new scale Removable power cable supplied only with battery operated scales Set of operating instructions 1 Warranty card Remove packing material from the instrument Check the instrument for transport damage Immediately inform your Ohaus dealer if you have complaints or parts are missing Store all parts of the packaging This packag
25. Ohaus Corporation 29 Hanover Road Florham Park NJ OHAUS 07932 0900 Operating Instructions Ranger Counting Scale jf Nm Ohaus Corporation 29 Hanover Road Florham Park New Jersey 07932 USA Declaration of Conformity We Ohaus Corporation declare under our sole responsibility that the balance models listed below marked with are in conformity with the directives and standards mentioned Konformitatserkarung Wir die Ohaus Corporation erklaren in alleiniger Verantwortung dass die untenstehenden Waagentypen gekennzeichnet mit mit den genannten Richtlinien und Normen bereinstimmen D claration de conformit Nous Ohaus Corporation d clarons sous notre seule responsabilit que les types de balance ci dessous cit munis de la mention CE sont conformes aux directives et aux normes mentionn es ci apr s Declaraci n de Conformidad Nosotros Ohaus Corporation declaramos bajo responsabilidad exclusiva que los modelos de balanzas indicados a continuaci n con el distintivo CE est n conformes con las directivas y normas citadas Dichiarazione di conformit Noi Ohaus Corporation U S A dichiariamo sotto nostra unica responsabilit che i tipi di bilance specificati di seguito contrassegnati con la marcatura CE sono conformi alle direttive e norme citate Balance Type Waagentyp Type de balance Tipo de balanza Tipo di bilancia Ranger Scale
26. THE INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS ICES 003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE A PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR APPAREILS NUMERIQUES NMB 003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment are not permitted Contents Contents 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 4 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 6 OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS S dte tA nca dab acr ule ee ba c al a eee 6 INTRODUCTION en THES 7 lateres Em 7 OVERVIEW OF Tele sc ac ceo Ho ta end ct bd c eb ee a tl ca ics 7 INSTALLATION nott ne ub de ee 8 Unpacking and checking contents 0 0 0 0 ll nn nn nnn nn Hmmm 8 Saleh considerations esas se a o oa pad oq obe ca 8 Locating and levelirig The Seale ame 9 Conn cting DOWOP one ae PINTA 9 Battery operations iseanan sinn Nine 10 Connecting COMMMURICOTIONS een ie 10 OPERATION usa a a s de deo ec tud 11 p Bits E dete M 11 nga feda DD p dae ou s o st 13 role c M HIDE 13 Turning on the scale and zeroing een een 15 BOSIC REPE 15 Meighinag with diez A E 15 Gross N
27. a short press of the ON ZERO OFF button The scale will retain previously stored calibration data Calibration should be performed as necessary to ensure accurate weighing Masses required to perform the procedures should be in compliance with the specification requirements of the scale being used Before beginning calibration make sure masses are available If you begin calibration and realize calibration masses are not available exit the menu The scale will retain previously stored calibration data Calibration should be performed as necessary to ensure accurate weighing 27 28 r SI mr Lm u Li yummy m m I rm i rm UNLOCK SWITCH LOW CAPACITY SCALE NOTE If the scale is sealed and is used for legal for trade the seal must be removed to gain access to the unlock switch located underneath the scale in order to calibrate the scale Refer to paragraph 5 3 Access the menu by pressing and holding the G N T Menu button The calibration menu by pressing G N T Menu again SPAN is displayed You have a choice of calibrating the scale using span or linearity methods If you press the PRINT UN TS button you can access linearity calibration Span calibration requires two points zero and full span Linearity requires three points zero mid range and full span Span Press G N T Menu button O is displayed followed by mass value to be placed on the platform For example a
28. alidad que cumple las normas internacionales para gesti n y garantfa de calidad ISO serie 9000 Con ocasi n de las inspecciones de repetibilidad por parte de la BVQI se comprueba peri dicamente si el sistema de calidad se manipula de forma correcta Certificato ISO 9001 per la Ohaus Corporation ll sistema di garanzia della qualit della Societ Ohaus Corporation USA certificato ISO 9001 sin dal 1994 dal Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI e cosi fomisce la dimostrazione che il suo sistema di Garanzia Qualit soddisfa i massimi requisiti Verifiche periodiche del BVQI garantiscono che il sistema qualit opera correttamente James Ohaus President NOTE 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 INTERFER ENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT THIS EQUIPMENT GEN ERATES USES AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COM MUNICATIONS OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS A LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN
29. bility Med mid stabilty Low less stability faster processing time This is the first weighing unit This is the alternate weighing unit 23 Function Display Available Settings Auto Zero Tracking ni 0 54 1d 3d Off Het Auto Tare Auto Power Off rin Aue Retain Zero Data F3 ELI End Settings r End of read menu Application Settings minimize temperature and small disturbances on the zero reading Enables automatic tare when set to ON When set ON power is removed after 5 minutes if battery pack is present and power cord is not plugged in Retains stored zero point when scale is turned off End of Read menu when selected display advances to RS232 1 menu The RS232 1 menu provides the communication settings to port 1 E standard RS232 2 is Port 2 which is an option and has exactly the same settings Bold equals factory default settings Function Display Available Settings Print on stb stb only cont dialog disp 2 ref 2 bulk 2 Application Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT UMTS NO advances to next menu Selects mode of operation for RS232 Print print on stability stability only continuous dialog interface disp 2 reference 2 bulk 2 Function Display Available Settings Application Baud Rate Various baud rates are avail 300 600 1200 2400 4800 able to match external equip 9600 19200 ment c
30. cation between them If the ZERO G NT or TARE button functions are pressed on the host scale Ranger Count the command will be applied only to the scale indicated next to the balance symbol A or A A2 Place containers on both scales as needed and tare them Using the Scale Select switch display the scale to be used for the reference weight Add indicated number of sample pieces and press the Sample Size button If the host scale Ranger Count is the reference scale the display will automatically switch to the bulk scale after the average piece weight is calculated If the Remote scale is used for the reference weighing the display must be changed manually with the Scale Select button AUTO OPTIMIZATION ADD MODE and COUNTING OUT are all supported in a 2 Ranger counting system 21 Section 4 Setting up your scale In this section each of the menus are described as to the settings and application in the scale Using the buttons previously described you can configure your scale to specific weighing needs The menus allow you fo change the settings and activate functions Calibration menu is covered separately in Section 5 The Setup menu contains entries for LFT calibration units graduations processing back light list and end set See table below for details Bold equals factory default settings Function Display Available Settings Application 22 rESEE Legal for trade I LI LL Calibration uni
31. class B Emissions EN61000 3 2 prem re Electromagnetic compatibility EN50082 2 1995 Immunity EN61000 3 3 v rification EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Funkst rungen EN61000 3 2 elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit EN50082 2 1995 Immunitat EN61000 3 3 Afio de la EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Emissions parasites EN61000 3 2 primera Compatibilit lectromagn tique EN50082 2 1995 Immunit EN61000 3 3 verificaci n EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Radiointerferencias EN61000 3 2 Compatibilidad electromagn tica EN50082 2 1995 Inmunidad EN61000 3 3 annodella EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991 class B Radiointerferenze EN61000 3 2 prima verifica Compatibilit elettromagnetica EN50082 2 1995 Immunit EN61000 3 3 1 1 EU 90 384 NAWI EN45501 1992 Non Automatic Weighing Instruments 00 EU 90 384 FNSW EN45501 1992 F r nicht selbstt tige Waagen C EU 90 384 BFNA EN45501 1992 Balances fonctionnement non automatique 122 M EU 90 384 PBNA EN45501 1992 Para balanzas no autom t cas EU 90 384 BFNA EN45501 1992 Per bilance a funzionamento non automatics 1 applies only to certified balances scale ISO 9001 Registration for Ohaus Corporation Ohaus Corporation USA was examined and evaluated in 1994 by the Bureau Veritas Quality International and was awarded ISO 9001 registration This certifies that Ohaus Corporation USA has a quality system that conforms with the internati
32. e warranty period Ohaus will repair or at its option replace any component s that proves to be defective at no charge provided that the product is returned freight prepaid to Ohaus This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse exposed fo radioac tive or corrosive materials has foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product or as a result of service or modification by other than Ohaus In lieu of a properly returned warranty registration card the warranty period shall begin on the date of shipment to the authorized dealer No other express or implied warranty is given by Ohaus Corporation Ohaus Corporation shall not be liable for any consequential dam ages As warranty legislation differs from state to state and country to country please contact Ohaus or your local Ohaus dealer for further details OHAUS Ohaus Corporation 29 Hanover Road Florham Park NJ 07932 USA Tel 973 377 9000 Fax 973 593 0359 www ohaus com With offices worldwide P N 21203624 Ohaus Corporation 2000 all rights reserved
33. ed fo radioac tive or corrosive materials has foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product or as a result of service or modification by other than Ohaus In lieu of a properly returned warranty registration card the warranty period shall begin on the date of shipment to the authorized dealer No other express or implied warranty is given by Ohaus Corporation Ohaus Corporation shall not be liable for any consequential dam ages As warranty legislation differs from state to state and country to country please contact Ohaus or your local Ohaus dealer for further details OHAUS Ohaus Corporation 29 Hanover Road Florham Park NJ 07932 USA Tel 973 377 9000 Fax 973 593 0359 www ohaus com With offices worldwide P N 21203629 Ohaus Corporation 2000 all rights reserved Ohaus Corporation P4 29 Hanover Road Florham Park NJ OHAUS 07932 0900 Operating Instructions Ranger Scale Ohaus Corporation 29 Hanover Road Florham Park New Jersey 07932 USA Declaration of Conformity We Ohaus Corporation declare under our sole responsibility that the balance models listed below marked with CE are in conformity with the directives and standards mentioned Konformitatserkarung Wir die Ohaus Corporation erklaren in alleiniger Verantwortung dass die untenstehenden Waagentypen gekennzeichnet mit CE mit den genannten Richtlinien und Normen bereinstimmen D claration de conformit Nous Ohaus Corpo
34. er stability Med mid stabilty Low less stability faster processing time This is the first weighing unit This is the alternate weighing unit Settings minimize temperature and small disturbances on the zero reading Enables automatic tare when set to ON When set ON power is removed after 5 minutes if battery pack is present and power cord is not plugged in Retains stored zero point when scale is turned off End of Read menu when selected display advances to RS232 1 menu r 3133 E The RS232 1 menu provides the communication settings to port 1 F JC ic i standard RS232 2 is Port 2 which is an option and has exactly the same settings Bold equals factory default settings Function Display Available Settings Application Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT NO advances to next menu Selects mode of operation for Print cont on stb stbonly dialog RS232 Print print on stability disp 2 continous dialog interface Print stable only and remote display Baud Rate Various baud rates are avail 300 600 1200 2400 4800 able fo match external equip 9600 19200 ment communication require ments Various parity settings are 7 Even 7 No P 8 No P 7 Odd available to accommodate external equipment require ments Two stop settings 1 or 2 are available to accommodate external equipment require ments Handshake impor Software communication
35. error Busy tare zero printing 0 Function not executed 6 4 Service information If the Troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem you will need to contact an autho rized Ohaus Service Agent For Service assistance in the United States please call Aftermarket Ohaus Cor poration toll free at 800 526 0659 An Ohaus Product Service Specialist will be available to help you 6 5 Accessories Description Ranger RS232 Cable to Printer 25 Pin 800500526 cable with 25 9 pin adapter Ranger RS232 Cable to IBM PC 25 Pin standard 9 pin serial extension cable with 9 25 pin adapter Ranger RS232 Cable to IBM 9 Pin standard 9 pin serial extension cable Ranger RS232 Cable to Ranger Dual Scale Printer Ranger In Use Cover Small Ranger In Use Cover Large Ranger Security Device Ranger Carrying Case Small Ranger Carrying Case Large Auxiliary Display Ohaus Part No 800500523 800500524 800500525 800500526 AS142 21203719 XXD2QRROK 21203720 90993 XX 76288 01 80850083 80850084 80850082 Standard Models NT Default Capacity x Readabi EP RD3RS RDORS RDI2IS RD3oLS lity iby 6x0 0005 12x0 001 24 x 0 002 60 x 0 005 120 x 0 01 Default Capacity x Readability kg 3 x 0 0002 6 x 0 005 12 x 0 001 30 x 0 002 60 x 0 005 Default Capacity x Readabi Default Capacity x Readabi ity g 3000 x 0 2 6000 x 0 5 12000 x 1 3000 x 2 60000 x 5 ty 02 60 x 0 005 120 x 0 01 240 x 0 02
36. et Tare recall operation 16 Unit switeh operation sme eee ettet eo mr d e oos 16 SEITING UP YOUR SCALE toos eee a RR n bo tot 17 DVERIEW o astros eats is idt tocaba Ca zoe eb Len ei ton 17 Setup Ties t t t b b e Deae bo 17 Read rhet ebore a F dtc Rod dua qd p edu duds 18 RS232 1 789232 2 MENUS screen te eoe d edad 19 kocko t MENU e 20 DU MEN EE 20 CALIBRATION AND SEALING sea aan e Geb Dove NN rta 21 Calibration MASSES caer sc pis te anb ee bc Den lure dap ode Eos else iu Pug aria Dea 2 5 2 5 3 54 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 Contents Isle cose PEE 22 Boise RR IE ERO ER 22 Weights and measures sealing pisa RI 23 CARE AND MAINTENANCE conie otc neds Pe ea ul vu a d u 24 ui eu nn dat tins abre sees LAN ee Lad am acp added 24 RS232 nfed e an tri dod recte ocn dtl ince et v A d p ed ar rb da n 25 eid Pow a ed oles unu at 27 CIVICS TEET AET 27 ACCOSSON uar tL eto tato dios EE ETE 27 SPECHLANONS nl Basis 28 Rear of scale
37. f you elect to use a higher number of samples press and hold the SAMPLE SIZE button To scroll thru the choices NO 5 15 20 25 30 50 100 pieces release button when desired sample size is displayed Piece counting can be made considerably more accurate with the additional function Automatic Reference Optimization Section 3 11 When the number of pieces is currently displayed pressing the APW button average piece weight the average weight of one piece is displayed for 5 seconds and returns to number of pieces Pressing the Count Weight button displays the weight of the pieces Pressing the Count weight button again returns to number of pieces If Add mode Section 3 12 is activated the minimum number of refer ence pieces necessary with small components is ensured automatically 19 3 10 Counting pieces out of a container Put container full of parts on scale and press the Tare button Count out pieces equal to the sample size and press the Sample Size button Number of pieces removed from the container are displayed as a nega tive number Auto optimization and ADD Mode are supported for Counting Out Automatic reference optimization Automatic reference optimization results in more accurate counting on piece counting duties This function can be activated or deactivated in the Setup menu The factory default setting is ON Automatic reference optimization requires no action on the part of the ope
38. g functions The four button switches located below the six switches provide basic scale operation and menu setups Please read the following information before pressing any of these buttons Scale Sample sample select 10 Size Short press Average Piece Weight APW is cleared and scale returns to weighing mode Short press Average Piece Weight one piece reference weight is displayed for 3 seconds Switches the display between scale 1 host and scale 2 remote If 2 scales are connected ihe functions zero G N T amp tare will be executed on the scale that is currently on the host LCD BUTTONS PRIMARY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION ON ZERO Short press Turns scale ON if OFF When scale is ON short press zeros the scale OFF Long press Turns scale OFF if ON Short press Sends PRINT command When in MENU MODE short press NO Long press Changes UNITS Short presses Gross Net Tare When in MENU MODE short press YES No action for 5 secs scale returns NET Long press Enter MENU 15 3 3 Menu operation In this section you will learn how to work with the menu The menu allows you to match your scale to your specific weighing needs In the menu you can change the settings of your scale and activate functions The Main Menu contains 7 sub menus Each of the seven sub menus are described in detail in the following sections DS _ E gt mc In How to enter the menus To enter the menus pres
39. have to unscrew the feet to access the screws Position the scale so the bottom is accessible NOTE Do the next step carefully First press and hold the unlock switch then briefly press the ON ZERO OFF switch at the same time release the unlock switch after the segment test is displayed The menus are now unlocked and settings can be changed 5 4 Weights and measures sealing After a weights and measures official has tested and approved the scale it must be sealed by installing the security plate with the security screw LEAD WIRE Replace the bottom cover and secure with the cover screws Paper Seal A paper seal may be placed over one of the screws at the back of the scale underneath one foot Replace the four feet and turn the scale over Lead Wire Seal For regions requiring a lead wire seal there are 2 cross drilled screws at the rear of the scale The screws can be used in the location as supplied or as an alternate one screw can be used to replace one of the counter sunk screws at the front of the scale Under the leveling feet on small size Ranger Scales PAPER SEAL LOCATION LEAD WIRE SEAL LOCATION HIGH CAPACITY SCALE 29 Section 6 Care and maintenance To keep the scale operating properly the housing should be kept clean and free from foreign material If neces sary a cloth dampened with a mild detergent may be used SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE S Unit will not turn on No
40. ines wiith a maximum of 24 characters per line This is very useful to identify printed reports Create the header as follows using the PC keyboard LINE 1 H space 1 space text Ist line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 2 H space 2 space text 2nd line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 3 H space 3 space text 3rd line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 4 H space 4 space text Ath line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 5 H space 5 space text 5th line then press Enter on PC keyboard Deleting a header line Type H space 1 space wr Lino text Printing header without PC 1 Disconnect the PC Connect to printer 2 In the RS232 menu set the RESET to YES and DEFSTR HEADER to ON 3 The header will print before each weighing data 26 6 3 Error codes list The following list describes the various error codes and which can appear on the display and the suggested remedy Error 1 Indicates an overload condition Error 2 Indicates an underload condition Error 3 Average piece weight too small Error 4 Reference weight too small The weight on the pan is too small to define a valid reference weight for counting Error 5 No valid reading from reference scale When parts counting with a two scale sysytem communications lost Error 6 Scale needs calibration Error 9 Unstable weight reading when defining the reference weight Error 53 EEPROM checksum
41. ing guarantees the best possible protection for the transport of your instrument Your scale employs state of the art technology and meets the latest demands regarding instrument safety For safe and dependable opera tion please comply with the following instructions The Scale must not be operated in a hazardous environment and only under ambient conditions specified in these instructions Only use approved accessories and peripherals Do not tamper with the retaining screws for the load plate support underneath the weighing pan It is not permitted to open the scale by removing screws in its base The scale is a precision instrument handle it carefully Your scale is supplied with a 3 pin power cable with an equipment grounding conductor Only extension cables which meet the relevant standards and also have an equipment grounding conductor may be used Intentional disconnection of the equipment grounding conductor is prohibited 10 The scale should always be used in an environment which is free from excessive air currents corrosives vibration and temperature or humidity extremes These factors will affect displayed weight readings DO NOT install the scale Next to open windows or doors causing drafts or rapid temperature changes Near air conditioning or heat vents Near vibrating rotating or reciprocating equipment Near magnetic fields
42. inum housing IP43 Standard models 10 C to 40C 20 C to 60 C Ranger OIML Version Models WEIGHING RANGE Default Cap x Readability kg Default Cap x Readability g Default Cap x Readability Ib Default Cap x Readability oz 3i 6g 15kg 35 30x 00 20000 10 3 xooo 6 x 0 002 6 x 0 002 2 x 0 005 80 x 0 02 600 x02 Range 2 60 x 0 02 60000x20 120 x0 05 1200 x 0 5 General Specifications Large Platform Platform size w x d cm 35 x 24 Scale dimensions w x d x h cm 36 x 37 x 11 5 Shipping dimensions w x dxh m 42x48x25 52 x53 x 27 Weight kg 9 5 net_ 11 gross Weighing units g kg Ib oz Display 0 63 inch 16 mm digit height Backlit LCD Power Internal power supply 40 hour rechargeable battery powered models available Span Calibration 2596 10096 capacity Linearity Calibration 3 points 0 50 100 capacity Auto Zero Tracking 0 5d 1d 3d OFF Construction Stainless steel weighing pan Painted cast aluminum housing Protection IP43 Operating temperature Standard models 10 C to 40C Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C All Ranger models meets the requirements of Approval Agencies UL FCC CSA CE Safety EN60950 Emissions ENb5022 Immunity EN50082 1 29 30 LIMITED WARRANTY Ohaus products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery through the duration of the warranty period During th
43. ity SCrew Replace the bottom cover and secure with the cover screws Paper Seal A paper seal may be placed over one of the screws at the back of the scale underneath one foot Replace the four feet and turn the scale over Lead Wire Seal For regions requiring a lead wire seal there are 2 cross drilled screws at the rear of the scale The screws can be used in the location as sup plied or as an alternate one screw can be used to replace one of the counter sunk screws at the front of the scale Under the leveling feet on PAPER SEAL small size Ranger Scales LOCATION LEAD WIRE SEAL LOCATION HIGH CAPACITY SCALE 23 Section 6 Care and maintenance To keep the scale operating properly the housing should be kept clean and free from foreign material If neces sary a cloth dampened with a mild detergent may be used SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE S REMEDY Unit will not turn on Not plugged in or properly connected Check power cord connections Battery operation battery dead or not Check battery charge battery fully charged Membrane switch failure Check functions of membrane switch Cannot zero scale or will not zero Load on scale exceeds allowable Remove load on scale to less than when turned on Zero entered zero Center of Zero display erratic or does Scale platform motion or disturbances Remove disturbances or reduce not appear with no load on plat exceed center of zero cri
44. librate at a number of lesser values which varies with the model of the scale Linearity Linearity calibration minimizes deviation between actual and displayed weights within the scale s weighing range Three weight values are used zero a weight value at midpoint of the scale s weighing range and a weight value at or near the specified capacity For best results calibrate at or near full capacity Calibration unit can be set to either kg or Ib When the scale is used in Legal for trade applications the calibration menu is locked out and is not accessable This is to prevent unauthorized personnel from changing calibration Before beginning calibration make sure masses are avail able If you begin calibration and realize calibration masses are not available exit the menu with a short press of the ON ZERO OFF button The scale will retain previously stored calibration data Calibration should be performed as necessary fo ensure accurate weighing Masses required to perform the procedures should be in compliance with the specification requirements of the scale being used Before beginning calibration make sure masses are available If you begin calibration and realize calibration masses are not available exit the menu The scale will retain previously stored calibration data Calibration should be performed as necessary to ensure accurate weighing 21 22 SPAn End CAL UNLOCK SWITCH LOW CAPACITY SCALE
45. n When a container has been placed on the scale and tared its weight is stored in memory Adding material to the container is shown as NET weight The gross weight is a combination of the tared weight and the material The G N T Menu button allows switching between GROSS NET and TARE weights Repeately press short presses the G N T Menu button to cycle through Gross Tare and Net readings The sample illustrations indicate a tare weight of 0 020kg representing a container a net weight of 1 000kg which would be the material in a container and a gross weight of 1 020kg which is the total weight of the container and material After 5 seconds display returns to net weighing NOTE The display uses symbols for NET and Tare NET NET T Tare Gross B G 18 When the Read menu Unit 1 and Unit 2 have been set to either g kg oz or Ib you may press and hold the PRINT UW TS button to select one of the preset units Seq Read Menu for selecting units Read this procedure entirely before counting pieces Piece counting can be further enhanced using menu selections in the Setup menu if you are using a weighing container place the empty container on the pan and tare the scale with the TARE button Press the CLEAR button Place the desired number of sample pieces in the container Increased sample size results in better results f you have placed 10 pieces in the container short press the SAMPLE 10 bution or
46. ndition Error 3 Average piece weight too small Error 4 Reference weight too small The weight on the pan is too small to define a valid reference weight for counting Error 5 No valid reading from reference scale When parts counting with a two scale sysytem communications lost Error 6 Scale needs calibration Error 9 Unstable weight reading when defining the reference weight Error 53 EEPROM checksum error Busy tare zero printing No Function not executed 6 4 Service information If the Troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem you will need to contact an autho rized Ohaus Service Agent For Service assistance in the United States please call Aftermarket Ohaus Cor poration toll free at 800 526 0659 An Ohaus Product Service Specialist will be available to help you 6 5 Accessories Description Ranger RS232 Cable to Printer 25 Pin 800500526 cable with 25 9 pin adapter Ohaus Part No 800500523 Ranger RS232 Cable to IBM PC 25 Pin standard 9 pin serial extension cable with 9 25 pin adapter Ranger RS232 Cable to IBM 9 Pin standard 9 pin serial extension cable Ranger RS232 Cable to Ranger Dual Scale Printer Ranger In Use Cover Small Ranger In Use Cover Large Ranger Security Device Ranger Carrying Case Small Ranger Carrying Case Large Auxiliary Display 800500524 800500525 800500526 AS142 21203719 21203720 XXPOORHSK 76288 01 80850083
47. ng Print display data see OS and 15 Same as pressing Zero button Same as pressing Tare button Begin span calibration H 1 1 5 1to 5 headers are available with24 characters per line enter H space then text See below Creating header information Ranger Counting Scale contains provisions for entering a custom header using an external PC connected to the RS232 connector The header can contain up to 5 lines wiith a maximum of 24 characters per line This is very useful to identify printed reports Create the header as follows using the PC keyboard LINE 1 H space 1 space text 1st line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 2 H space 2 space text 2nd line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 3 H space 3 space text 3rd line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 4 H space 4 space text Ath line then press Enter on PC keyboard LINE 5 H space 5 space text 5th line then press Enter on PC keyboard Deleting a header line Type H space 1 space wr text Printing header without PC 1 Disconnect the PC Connect to printer 2 In the RS232 menu set the RESET to YES and DEFSTR HEADER to ON 3 The header will print before each weighing data 32 6 3 Error codes list The following list describes the various error codes and which can appear on the display and the suggested remedy Error 1 Indicates an overload condition Error 2 Indicates an underload co
48. nt Disp 2 quit baud 300 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 quit Parity even 7 no p 8 no p 7 odd YES NO quit Defsir Header Lon OFF Gross LON OFF Net LON OFF Tare LON OFF 4 L INF LON OFF F Feed ON OFF LN For Lsingle multi End rs LOCKOUT Loc Cal LON OFF quit Setup oe quit Read ON OFF quit RS232 1 ON OFF quit RS232 2 ON OFF quit Locset ON OFF quit Endloc Lquit QUIT Quit Lstore The button switches located on the front panel of the scale provide several functions Please read the following information before pressing any of these buttons BUTTONS PRIMARY FUNCTION SECONDARY FUNCTION OFF ON ZERO Short press Turns scale ON if OFF When scale is ON short press zeros the scale Long press Turns scale OFF if ON PRINT Short press Sends PRINT command When in MENU MODE short press NO UNITS Long press Changes UNITS G N T Short presses Gross Net Tare When in MENU MODE short press YES MENU No action for 5 secs scale returns NET Long press Enter MENU we seswecme e 0 3 3 Menu operation In this section you will learn how to work with the menu The menu allows you to match your scale to your specific weighing needs In the menu you can change the settings of your scale and activate functions The Main Menu contains 7 sub menus Each of the seven sub menus are described in detail in the following sections gt gt gt g
49. nu is ON you will have to remove the seal at the bottom of the scale to gain access to the unlock switch To unlock the menus turn the scale off On low capacity scales remove the existing seal and four cover screws from the bottom of the scale You will have to unscrew the feet to access the screws Position the scale so the bottom is accessible NOTE Do the next step carefully First press and hold the unlock switch then briefly press the ON ZERO OFF switch at the same time release the unlock switch after the segment test is displayed The menus are now unlocked and settings can be changed 5 3 Unlocking the menus Cont High Capacity Scale On high capacity scales remove the existing seal and six cover screws from the bottom of the scale You will have to unscrew the feet to access the screws UNLOCK SWITCH Position the scale so the bottom is accessible NOTE Do the next step carefully Se First press and hold the nlock switch then briefly press the ON ZERO l s OFF switch at the same time release the unlock switch after the Bd segment test is displayed The menus are now unlocked and settings fe 7 can be changed Occ HIGH CAPACITY SCALE 5 4 Weights and measures sealing After a weights and measures official has tested and approved the scale it must be sealed by installing the security plate with the secur
50. nvi o aay gcd eet docu c ruin ape 8 INSTALLATION a sa ed deat ni i en 9 Unpacking and checking the standard tirinn IR 9 SCS CONS AST MOINS N sleet 9 Eocating and levelirig The Sedle Ra RR nus 10 Connecting DDWEr dde odd E ase bad pst d opa unn dad 10 Battery operation o st e Cou d o 11 Connecting COMMUNIC ONIONS d pou ded uci etit a 11 Connecting a second scale for piece use pad Rd pre 12 OPERATION usa o aded ha ee Ed RR eb t RO Cae bea 13 VERE re iE c RETO RIO EE MORET TURN 13 SWIG TUTICHOTIS Ant At ath celta archie ace Meche iota etu binis d ADEL is uus DK act Er ect etf 15 Merit DCFONON 16 Turning on the scale and zeroing een sense 17 BASIE WEIONING TA ERE 17 T TETTE 18 eene nnnm nnn nnn nnns 18 Unit switch operation zer eh ee o be obesse aste et ot sii dire 19 Counting pieces into COGO tenu x GM ne Rete p Rata 19 Counting pieces out of a o o lade 20 Automatic reference
51. ommunication require ments Various parity settings are Hr it 7 Even 7 No P 8 No P 7 Odd available to accommodate E external equipment require ments Two stop settings 1 or 2 are available to accommodate external equipment require ments Handshake Hdnd 5h i Software communication Default String Determines what is printed via Header Gross Net Tare PCS APW print command Selects a string Ref CT 4 L in f F feed LN for of data to be printed header gross net tare pieces average piece weight reference count 4 line feed form feed multi or single string per line End Settings n End of RS232 1 menu when End L End of RS232 menu selected display advances to x RS232 2 menu This menu allows software locking and unlocking the calibration setup read RS232 1 RS232 2 menus Locking is done for legal for trade applications A switch underneath the scale unlocks the locked settings Turning individual menu locks ON and OFF prevents accidental changes fo menu parameters The locks can be turned OFF to change the param eters However once the Locset is set to ON the menus can only be unocked by removing the scale bottom cover and using the Unlock switch See section on sealing m TJ ra 25 Function Display Available Settings Application Calibration 26 An ON setting locks out the calibration menu An ON setting locks out the setup menu An ON setting locks out
52. onal standards for quality management and quality assurance ISO 9000 series Repeat audits are carried out by BVQl at intervals to check that the quality system is operated in the proper manner ISO 9001 Zertifikat f r Ohaus Corporation Die Firma Ohaus Corporation USA wurde 1994 durch das Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI gepr ft und erhielt das ISO 9001 Zertifikat Dieses bescheinigt dass Ohaus Corporation USA ber ein Qualitatssystem verf gt welches den internationalen Normen f r Qualit tsmanagement und Qualit tssicherung ISO 9000er Reihe entspricht Anl sslich von Wiederhol Audits durch das BVQI wird periodisch berpr ft ob das Qualit tssystem zweckm ssig gehandhabt wird Certificat ISO 9001 pour Ohaus Corporation La soci t Ohaus Corporation USA a t contr l e en 1994 par Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI et a obtenu le certificat degr ISO 9001 Celui ci atteste que Ohaus Corporation USA dispose d un syst me qualit correspondant aux normes internationales pour la gestion de la qualit et pour l assurance qualit degr ISO 9000 Des audits r guliers effectu s par la BVQI v rifient si le systeme qualit est appliqu de facon appropri e Certificado ISO 9001 para Ohaus Corporation La firma Ohaus Corporation USA ha sido inspeccionada por la Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI y ha obtenido el certificado ISO 9001 Esto acredita que Ohaus Corporation USA dispone de un sistema de c
53. ough the menus until QUIT is reached To quit make a short press on the G N T MENU bution StorE appears answer YES to save and scale returns to a weighing mode or NO to ignore changes and continue 14 3 4 Turning on the scale and zeroinc Briefly press the ON ZERO OFF button to turn the scale ON The scale performs a display test routine and then is ready for weighing Briefly press the ON ZERO OFF button again to zero the display When 0 is displayed in the lower left of the display the scale is at the center of Zero 5 Basic weighinc Place the object to be weighed on the scale J S Wait until the stability indicator an asterisk in the upper left corner of the display appears then read the indicated weight jt 3n JEEN l l I Likg 3 6 Weighing with tare Place an empty weighing container or packaging on the scale Press the TARE button briefly to tare the scale The zero display and NET net weight symbol appear Items to be weighed can now be placed on ihe platform The weight of the tared item container is automatically subtracted and the weight of the item is displayed If the container is also removed the scale will indicate a negative number which represented the tared weight To clear this press the TARE button Ti NOTE If the AUTO TARE function A t has been activated in the READ menu there is no need to press the TARE button 15
54. pieces on the scale 30 Continuous press scrolls through 5 15 20 25 30 50 and 100 pieces sample size Short press take sample size as indicated on the display Section 1 Introduction Thank you for deciding to purchase a Ranger Counting Scale from Ohaus Behind your instrument stands OHAUS a leading manufacturer of precision Scales Moisture Analyzers Balances and Indicators An Aftermar ket Department with trained instrument technicians is dedicated to provide you with the fastest service possible in the event your instrument requires servicing OHAUS also has a Customer Service Department to answer any inquiries regarding applications and accessories To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your new Ranger Counting Scale please read the manual completely before installation and operation 1 2 Overview of the scale The Ranger Counting Scale offers a high level of operating convenience and useful functions to make accurate measurements The Ranger Counting Scale has the following features Extremely rugged cast aluminum case and chemically resistant paint finish construction Weighing pan constructed of stainless steel Fully programmable with front panel controls Ergonomic operating controls and a large easily readable display Easy to follow menus for simplified operation Lockout feature prevents inadvertent changing of menu settings Back lit display
55. played data can be output at any time by simply pressing PRINT UM TS button or by using the Auto Print feature Connecting the scale to a computer enables you to operate the scale from the computer as well as receive data such as displayed weight weighing mode stability status etc The following sections describe the hardware and software provided with the balance RS232 Hardware On the rear of the balance the 9 pin male subminiature D connector is provided for interfacing to other de vices On scales equipped d second RS232 connector is available 09000 e CO 08 9 Output formats Data output can be initiated in one of three ways 1 By pressing PRINT 2 Using the Auto Print feature 3 Sending a print command P from a computer RS232 commands All communication is accomplished using standard ASCII format Characters shown in the following table are acknowledged by the scale Invalid command response ES error indicates the scale has not recognized the command Commands sent to the scale must be terminated with a carriage return CR or carriage return line line feed CRLF Data output by the scale is always terminated with a carriage return line feed CRLF The output format is illustrated in the table which follows RS232 COMMAND TABLE Command Character Description Print current mode g Kg Ib oz Interval Print Print Interval 1 3600 sec OA turns off interval printi
56. press on the G N T MENU button StorE appears answer YES to save and scale returns to a weighing mode or NO to ignore changes and continue 3 4 Turning on the scale and zeroing Briefly press the ON ZERO OFF button to turn the scale ON The scale performs a display test routine and then is ready for weighing Briefly press the ON ZERO OFF button again to zero the display When 0 is displayed in the lower left of the display the scale is at the center of zero 3 5 Basic weighing Place the object to be weighed on the scale Wait until the stability indicator an asterisk in the upper left corner of the display appears then read the indicated weight The bar graph at the bottom of the display indicates the capacity range 17 3 6 Weighing with tare Place an empty weighing container or packaging on the scale Press the TARE button briefly to tare the scale The zero display and NET net weight symbol appear Items to be weighed can now be placed on the platform The weight of the tared item container is automatically subtracted and the weight of the item is displayed If the container is also removed the scale will indicate a negative number which represented the fared weight To clear this press the TARE button MANN os l l l LILI LI Likg NOTE If the AUTO TARE A t function has been activated in the READ a no menu there is no need to press the TARE button Gross Net Tare recall operatio
57. rapid temperature changes Near air conditioning or heat vents Near vibrating rotating or reciprocating equipment e Near magnetic fields or equipment that generate magnetic fields e On an unlevel work surface e n confined areas allow sufficient space around the instrument for ease of operation and keep away from radiating heat sources e Adjust the leveling feet so that the scale is exactly horizontal and the air bubble in the indicator is centered 8D NOTE The instrument should be leveled each time its location is changed Check to ensure the voltage printed on the scale label matches your local line voltage If this is not the case DO NOT connect the scale to the power supply but contact your responsible OHAUS dealer Connect the power cord from the scale to a suitable power source If the scale is equipped with an optional internal battery connect the AC cord supplied to the rear of the scale The scale now performs a self test displays the software version and the normal weight display then appears Allow your scale to warm up for at least 30 minutes to enable it to adapt itself to the ambient conditions If the scale has been stored in a very cold environment before installation it may require several hours to stabilize GGG 0 e CO 5 See rear of balance 10
58. ration d clarons sous notre seule responsabilit que les types de balance ci dessous cit munis de la mention CE sont conformes aux directives et aux normes mentionn es ci apr s Declaraci n de Conformidad Nosotros Ohaus Corporation declaramos bajo responsabilidad exclusiva que los modelos de balanzas indicados a continuaci n con el distintivo CE est n conformes con las directivas y normas citadas Dichiarazione di conformit Noi Ohaus Corporation U S A dichiariamo sotto nostra unica responsabilit che i tipi di bilance specificati di seguito contrassegnati con la marcatura CE sono conformi alle direttive e norme citate Balance Type Waagentyp Type de balance Tipo de balanza Tipo di bilancia Ranger Scale Marked with Directive Standard gekennzeichnet mit Richtlinie Norm munis de la mention Directive Norme con el distintivo Directiva Norma contrassegnati con la Direttiva Norma marcatura Year of EU 73 23 EEC Low Voltage EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Safety Regulations attachment of EU 73 23 EEC Niederspannung EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Sicherheitsbestimmungen the CE mark EU 73 23 EEC Basse tension EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Consignes de s curit Jahe det ersten EU 73 23 EEC Baja tensi n EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Disposiciones sobreseguridad Eichung EU 73 23 EEC Bassa tensione EN61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Prescrizioni di sicurezza Ann sdeila C EU 89 336 EEC EN55011 1991
59. rator The Auto Opt symbol appears in the lower right hand side of the display when this function is active Operation In order to optimize the calculated reference piece weight automatically a number of pieces less than or equal to the number of reference pieces already on the pan are added to it The message AUt OPt appears in the display and automatic weight optimization is carried out This process can be repeated several times 3 12 Add mode Add mode ensures that the number of reference pieces used on piece counting applications is not too small which could produce inaccurate results This function is activated in the Setup menu The factory default setting is OFF If you have activated add mode and the number of pieces placed on the pan is too small for accurate determination of the reference weight you are prompted to place more pieces on the scale e g 2 pieces Place the stipulated number of pieces on the pan The scale then deter mines the reference weight 20 A second scale can be connected to your Ranger Counting Scale e g a Ranger 60kg weighing only model for counting large number of pieces that would exceed the capacity of the Ranger Count Before using a second scale the interconnecting communication cable must be connected between the scales as described in paragraph 2 7 Once the scales are connected press the Scale Select button to toggle between the two displays This will confirm communi
60. s and hold the G N T MENU button until CAL Long press appears This is the first menu CALIBRATION How to select a specific menu A short press on the PRINT UW TS button NO When in MENU MODE short presses will advance to the next menu as shown above When Short press NO Quit is reached the next press on the PRINT UNITS button will return to ihe CALIBRATION menu How to enter an individual menu A short press on the G N T MENU button YES and you can enter a Short press YES Specific menu How to enter an individual menu item When in any menu a short press on the G N T MENU button YES and you can enter a specific menu item To advance through a given menu make short presses on the PRINT UN 7S NO button 16 How to save and store an individual menu item When a menu item has been changed once the desired selection is shown make d short press on G N T MENU button Quit appears on the display If NO is selected by pressing the PRINT UW TS button the next menu item appears If yes is selected by pressing G N TMENU StorE appears Pressing the G N T MENU bution will store the change and return the scale to a weighing mode If NO is selected the menu change is ignore and scale is returned to weighing mode How to quit the menus A short press on the PRINT UMTS button NO When in MENU MODE short presses will advance through the menus until QUIT is reached To quit make a short
61. s removed The battery symbol indicates the current discharge status of the battery 1 segment 25 capacity If the symbol flashes the battery must be recharged A discharged battery requires at least 8 hours until it is recharged During the charging process work with the scale can continue but under these conditions a longer charging time is needed In normal use the battery can operate the scale for up to 30 hours independent of the AC power line The battery is protected against overcharging and the scale can remain connected to the AC power line The scale is equipped with one bi directional RS232 interface for commu nication with printers and computers When the scale is connected directly to a printer displayed data can be output at any time by simply pressing the PRINT UN TS button or by using one of the RS232 Mode print features A second optional RS232 interface is also available Connecting the scale to a computer or printer enables you to operate the scale from the computer as well as receive data such as displayed weight weighing mode stability status etc and to have a permanent printed record On the rear of the scale a 9 pin male subminiature D connector is provided for interfacing to other devices Table below indicates pin connections N C Data Out TXD Data In RXD N C GND N C N C N C N C 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 See Accessories listed in paragraph 6 5 Connect a suitable cable
62. t Fn LL Lin Graduation I Ad Application Ooo APPL IL Back Light Lor DHL L L Auto optimization ri LL nPE Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT UMTS NO advances to next menu Legal for trade applications when set ON or CAN Either kg or Ib can be selected as the calibration unit 0 001 0 002 0 005 0 0001 This is the graduation size and 0 0002 0 0005 available options vary with the capacity of the scale Stand Standard Regular weighing FILL Filling Dispensing for filling applications Back light can turned on or off Automatically updates the sample weight Auto add End Settings End SEE So Averaging level End of setup menu Calculates the minimum refer ence sample for the most accurate counting Prints a setup list to the RS232 End of setup menu when selected by pressing G N T MENU button display advances to READ MENU The Read menu contains entries for reset average level unit 1 unit 2 auto zero auto tare auto power off retain zero data and end See table below for details Bold equals factory default settings Function Display Available Settings Application reset rd n Low Med High Unit 1 Me LIII iE I Unit 2 Nl une e g kg oz Ib Press G N T MENU reset and keep factory settings Press PRINT UMW 7S NO advances to next menu Averaging level High greater sta
63. t gt gt How to enter the menus To enter the menus press and hold the G N T MENU button until CAL appears This is the first menu CALIBRATION Long press How to select a specific menu A short press on the PRINT UW TS button NO When in MENU MODE short presses will advance to the next menu as shown below When Short press NO QUIT is reached the next press on the PRINT UNITS button will return to the CALIBRATION menu 13 How to enter an individual menu A short press on the G N T MENU button YES and you can enter a Short press YES X specific menu How fo enter an individual menu item When in any menu a short press on the G N T MENU button YES and you can enter a specific menu item To advance through a given menu make short presses on the PRINT UW TS NO button How to save and store an individual menu item When a menu item has been changed once the desired selection is shown make a short press on G N T MENU button Quit appears on the display If NO is selected by pressing the PRINT UW TS button the next menu item appears If yes is selected by pressing G N T MENU StorE appears Pressing the G N T MENU bution will store the change and return the scale to a weighing mode If NO is selected the menu change is ignored and scale returns to weighing mode How to quit the menus A short press on the PRINT UMTS button NO When in MENU MODE short presses will advance thr
64. t plugged in or properly connected Battery operation battery dead or not fully charged Membrane switch failure Cannot zero scale or will not zero Load on scale exceeds allowable when turned on Zero Center of Zero display erratic or does not appear with no load on plat form Scale platform motion or disturbances exceed center of zero criteria Cannot display weight in desired Desired unit not set to ON in Setup weighing unit menu RS232 not working RS232 communication parameters set up incorrectly Improper or loose cable connections Incorrect value for calibration mass Unable to calibrate unit Lockout menu CAL set to ON and unlock switch is on the circuit board 30 REMEDY Check power cord connections Check battery charge battery Check functions of membrane switch Remove load on scale to less than entered zero Remove disturbances or reduce motion Increase AZT level in readout menu Increase averaging level in readout menu Enable desired unit in Setup menu Conversion to large typically in g Verify communication parameters Check cable connections Use correct calibration mass Unlock the switch and recalibrate the scale 6 2 RS232 interface Ranger Counting Scales are equipped with one bi directional RS232 compatible interface for communication with printers and computers A second optional interface is available When the scale is connected directly to a printer dis
65. teria motion form Increase AZT level in readout menu Increase averaging level in readout menu Cannot display weight in desired Desired unit not set to ON in Setup Enable desired unit in Setup menu weighing unit menu Conversion to large typically in g RS232 not working RS232 communication parameters set Verify communication parameters up incorrectly Improper or loose cable connections Check cable connections Unable to calibrate unit Incorrect value for calibration mass Use correct calibration mass Lockout menu CAL set to ON and Unlock the switch and recalibrate unlock switch is on the circuit board the scale 24 6 2 RS232 interface Ranger Scales are equipped with one bi directional RS232 compatible interface for communication with printers and computers A second optional interface is available When the scale is connected directly to a printer displayed data can be output at any time by simply pressing PRINT UW TS button or by using the Auto Print feature Connecting the scale to a computer enables you to operate the scale from the computer as well as receive data such as displayed weight weighing mode stability status etc The following sections describe the hardware and software provided with the balance RS232 Hardware On the rear of the balance the 9 pin male subminiature D connector is provided for interfacing to other de vices On scales equipped d second RS232 connector is available
66. the read menu An ON setting locks out the RS232 1 menu An ON setting locks out the RS232 2 menu When set on locks all software settings in this menu Locks unlocks all of the Lockout menu End of menus Yes prompts to store and then will go to a weighing mode No returns to Calibration menu Section 5 Calibration and sealing Ranger Counting scales offer a choice of two calibration methods Span Calibration and Linearity Calibration Span Span calibration ensures that the sale reads within specifications using two weight values zero and a weight value close to 10096 of the full capacity Special software features enable you to span calibrate at a number of lesser values which varies with the model of the scale Linearity Linearity calibration minimizes deviation between actual and displayed weights within the scale s weigh ing range Three weight values are used zero a weight value at midpoint of the scale s weighing range and a weight value at or near the specified capacity For best results calibrate at or near full capacity Calibration unit can be set to either kg or Ib When the scale is used in Legal for trade applications the calibration menu is locked out and is not accessable This is to prevent unauthorized personnel from changing calibration Before beginning calibration make sure masses are available If you begin calibration and realize calibration masses are not available exit the menu with

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