Operating / User Manual Fairbanks Vet Scale
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1. Operating User Manual Fairbanks Vet Scale 2004 by Fairbanks Scales Inc 50683 All rights reserved Issue 2 03 04 Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction amp Description 000 3 Section 2 Set Us oo ve veces eee dete meas eeepc eee 4 Section 3 Operation ccccccessseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess 5 A Operating Controls 0 cccceceeeeeeeeeneceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaes 5 B Power ON lecceccct bites Setierka sits betea sli hateesh acetate AS adco 5 C Basic Weighing Operation ccceceeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeees 5 D Customer Operator Service ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeees 6 E Troubleshooting cceeeccccceeeeeeeeeececeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeaeees 7 Disclaimer Every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information in this manual However although this manual may include a specifically identified warranty notice for the product the manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this manual and reserves the right to make changes to this manual without notice when and as improvements are made 50683 2 3 04 Issue 2 Section 1 Introduction amp l The Fairbanks Vet Scale is made specifically for the Veterinarian or Animal Research industry It has a capacity of 350 Ibs and measures 22 W x 44 L x 2 38 H The electronics is encased in a POD inside the platform for protection The uni2. e foot i traffic is limited Note The use of safety cord covers is strongly encouraged to reduce any trip hazards e Plug the transformer into a 117 VAC outlet After a brief warm up the display s will show 0 0 or e The scale is ready to weigh 50683 4 3 04 Issue 2 Section 3 Operation A Operating Controls Both controls are located on the displays UNITS toggles the weight units between Ib and kg ZERO pushbutton resets the display to indicate zero 0 0 The function of ZERO will be inhibited if any of the following conditions are present a Motion on the platform b Underload condition c Overload condition B Power On When the unit is powered the display will perform a test by counting 1 to 9 then show either 0 0 or ____ _ Press ZERO to zero scale and prepare for use C Basic Weighing Operation 1 With the scale powered press ZERO to set the display to zero 0 0 2 Place the item to be weighed centered on the platform N 3 Read the weight on the scale display Note 1 A blank display while weighing means excess motion has been detected and the filtering is active When the motion decreases the display will update with the proper weight 2 Your scale will be programmed for a Hold feature With an active animal this feature will sample the weight until there is a valid weight then Hold it steady Adding more weight to a Hold weight condition will NOT chang
3. e the display Remove all weight to reset and or to weigh 50683 5 3 04 Issue 2 Weighing an animal without a cage e Place the animal on the scale and read record the weight Weighing an animal with a cage e Place the empty cage or a same sized and type cage on the scale platform and press ZERO e The weight display will indicate 0 0 with the empty cage on the platform e Place the cage with the animal in it on the scale platform and read record the weight Note When the cage is removed the display will show a negative weight To continue weighing with the same sized cage do NOT press ZERO To reset and read other weights directly or with a different cage remove the cage from the scale platform and press the ZERO key D Customer Operator Service This section describes maintenance procedures that may be easily performed by the operator No other adjustments or repairs are to be performed by other than Fairbanks Scales Technicians 1 Cleaning Wipe the scale and display off with a dampened cloth Use mild cleaners or soapy water Do not spray cleaners onto scale or washdown with water or allow water or liquids to drip onto scale 2 Operator Instrument Prompts Prompt Description HiLoAd The weight on the scale exceeds scale capacity 350lbs remove excess LoLdx The scale is underload or less than 0 counts check sides of scale HiLdX Load is exceeding the corner shown as x limitatio
4. m Check cables for damage Disconnect display and plug into the other receptacle Recycle power to reset the program If error s cannot be resolved by suggested remedies please contact Fairbanks Service Replacement parts should be ordered through service Please provide Model and Serial of the scale base when ordering parts 7 3 04 Issue 2
5. ns Reposition load so weight is centered on platform 50683 6 3 04 Issue 2 50683 E Troubleshooting In the event the scale does not function properly please check the following Symptom or Error No Display Incorrect Weight Display Segment s missing or unreadable ZERO key does NOT reset zero Display Locked or Inoperative Display Indicates HiLoAd Display Indicates HiLdX Display Indicates LoLdX Pushbuttons Will Not Operate Possible problem remedy Power OFF display unplugged Transformer unplugged either end cables damaged Check phone type plugs and cables of display s Check that nothing is interfering with the scale platform underneath or the sides Ensure correct UNITS are displayed Check display cable s for damage Check cables for damage Check connectors on display plugs Disconnect display and plug into the other receptacle Recycle power to reset the program Motion on scale remove source of motion Ensure platform is level and not rocking Weight on platform may exceed zeroing limit Recycle power to reset the program Recycle power to reset the program Weight on platform exceeds 350 Ibs remove excess load Load is exceeding the corner shown as x limitations Reposition load so weight is centered on platform Check platform for binding rubbing reposition scale so all sides are clear Ensure all feet are supporting scale base Recycle power to reset the progra
6. t is powered by a 12 VDC adapter transformer and the display is remotely mounted for ease of viewing Finally the assembly has a stainless steel platform cover Accessories An additional Remote Display with a 50 cable may be ordered from Fairbanks Scales 50683 3 3 04 Issue 2 Section 2 Set Up The scale platform is shipped completely assembled The remote display and the power adapter must be plugged in to complete the set up e Remove the scale and display s from the shipping carton s e Set the scale base GENTLY on 1 end or on a table top secured so that the receptacles are accessible Use a phillips screwdriver amp remove 1 of the cable clips on the underside of the platform Run the display cable through the clip plug into either display receptacle and reinstall the clip and tighten Plug the 12 VDC Adapter into the scale base OM A Tiplar adap r gt owe F o r TrarsTor s Lee ikrr z HLJ I fer tenet TOUD AL caer ish ee Set the scale base on a flat solid surface with the connector receptacles inset on the side within reach of 117VAC power Do NOT drop the scale base Level the scale base using the threaded feet so it does not rock back and forth Mount the Remote Display in a convenient location within cord length of the connectors on the base using 2 screws or hook amp loop strips readily available at most retail stores Protect all cords by keeping them along a wall or routed wher
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