Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Instruction Manual
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 1. INTRODUCTION EN-1 This manual contains installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ranger™ Count 3000 Series. Please read the manual completely before using the scale. 1.1 Definition of Signal Warnings and Symbols Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-2 2.2 Installing Components Install the sub-platform & metal pan as shown below. Press to lock the sub-platform into place. The scale can be operated without the pan, if desired. Figure 2-1. Installing sub-platform and metal pan 2.3 Selecting the Location Use the scale on a firm, steady surface. Avoid locations with excessive air current, vibrations, heat sources, or rapid temperature changes. Allow sufficient space around the scale. 2.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-3 2.5 Connecting Power AC power is used to power the scale when battery power is not needed. First, connect the AC power cord (supplied) to the power input jack then connect the AC plug to an electrical outlet. Figure 2-3A. Connect the AC power plug to the input jack on the back of scale. Figure 2-3B. Connect the AC power plug to the proper AC supply. 2.5.1 Battery Power: The scale can be used on AC power immediately.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-4 3. OPERATION 3.1 Displays Figure 3-1. Ranger Count 3000 Control panel with LCD displays TABLE 3-1. Control Functions Button ON/ZERO Turn scale on. PRINT Send the displayed value to the COM port. Off Turn scale off. Units Change the weighing unit. Yes Accept the current menu or Menu Function setting. (Short Press) No Advance to the next menu or setting. Increment the displayed value. No Advance to the next library or setting. Increment the displayed value.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-5 TABLE 3-1. Cont. Button Primary Function (Short Press) 0-9 Enter numeric values on the display. Secondary Function (Long Press) 1 Notes: 2 . C Clear the last character from the display. +/Switch Switch between between scale 1 and positive and scale 2 negative (only available value if second platform is connected) Enter decimal point (.) on the display. Tare Perform a tare operation. Sample Display/ Start new APW Short Press: Press less than 1 seconds.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-6 The colored LED indicators on the left side of the control panel are used in Checkweigh mode (section 3.5) and will light up according to the following rules: (Red) Loads > Upper limit (Green) Loads ≥ Lower limit and ≤ Upper limit (Yellow) Loads < Lower limit Power Input Weigh Below Access RS232 and Option Interface Port (below cover) Lock Switch Figure 3-3.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-7 3.2 Turning Scale On/Off To turn the scale on, press and hold the On/Zero Off button for 1 second. The scale performs a display test, momentarily displays the software version, and then enters the active weighing mode. To turn the scale off, press and hold the On/Zero Off button until OFF is displayed. 3.3 Counting Ranger Count 3000 has three display areas. Weight, Piece Weight and Count information are displayed in these areas respectively. 3.3.
EN-8 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Entering a known APW: 1. Press the APW key, [------] will be displayed in the piece window 2. Input the APW value. 3. Press the APW key, the new APW value will be displayed in piece weight window. 3.3.3 Simple Counting 1. After a valid APW is established, if required place a container on the pan and press Tare. 2. Place the sample on the pan. 3. The quantity will be displayed in the count window. 3.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-9 5. If required, place an empty container on the pan and press Tare. 6. Place sample material on the pan or in the container. If the sample weight is under the target weight range, the yellow LED will light. If the sample is within the target weight range, the green LED will light. If the sample is over the target weight range, the red LED will light. 3.6 Check-Counting Press and hold the Target key, [Check] is displayed in the weight window.
EN-10 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 3.7 Library When an item is processed on a regular basis, the item’s data (item or SKU numbers, Tare, Check limits and Accumulated values) may be stored in memory for future use. This memory is referred to as the scale’s Library. Storing a record: 1. With the data established during operations, press the ID key, [Store] and [lib] are displayed in the weight and piece weight windows respectively. The first vacant ID number will blink in the count window. 2.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 4. MENU SETTINGS EN-11 The User Menu allows the customizing of scale settings. Note: Additional Sub-Menus may be available if Interface Options are installed. See Interface User Manual for the additional setting information. 4.1 Menu Navigation User Menu: Menu: Menu Items: Menu Items: C.A.L Zero21 Span1 Span21 Lin1 Lin21 GEO End P.r.i.n.t.1 Reset Stable A.Print Contnt Layout Data.Tr End S.E.t.U.P Reset D.Scale Cap21 Grad21 Pwr. Un Zero A.Opt A.Tare Bp.Opt Bp.Sig Bp.
EN-12 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Summary of button navigation functions in menu mode: -- Yes Allows entry into the displayed menu. - Accepts the displayed setting and advances to the next item. -- No Skips by the displayed menu. - Rejects the displayed setting or menu item and advances to the next available item. -- Back Moves backwards through the upper and middle level menus. - Backs out of a list of selectable items to the previous middle level menu.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-13 4.2 Cal Menu Enter this menu to perform calibrations. Initial Calibration When the scale is operated for the first time, a span calibration is recommended to ensure accurate weighing results. Before performing the calibration, be sure to have the appropriate calibration weights as listed in table 4-1. Ensure that the LFT switch/calibration lock is set to unlocked position. See figure 5-1. Or adjust the GEO setting according to your location (see table 4-2).
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-14 Zero2: Span1: Span2: Linearity1: Linearity2: Geographic Adjustment: End Calibration: Perform Perform Perform Perform Perform Set 0…12…31* Exit menu *Bold always represents factory default value. Zero2 [ZErO] Initiates a 2nd scale zero calibration. Span1 [SpaN] Initiates a span calibration procedure (zero and span). A span calibration is important when initially setting up the scale. Span2 [SpaN2] Initiates a 2nd scale span calibration procedure.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 4.3 Setup Menu Enter this menu to set scale parameters. Default settings are in bold. Reset: Dual Scale: Cap2: Grad2: Power on unit: Zero Range: Auto Opt: Auto Tare: Beeper Opt: Beeper Signal: Beeper Key: Accumulation: End Setup: no, yes off, on 1…9999 0.00005…0.5 auto, kg, g, lb, oz, lb:oz 2%, 10% off, on on, off, on-acc off, on off, accept, under, over, under-over off, on off, auto, manual Exit menu Reset [reset] Reset the Setup menu to factory defaults.
EN-16 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Auto Tare [A.tArE] Set the automatic tare functionality. OFF = Automatic Tare is disabled ON = the first stable gross weight is tared ON-ACC = stable gross loads within the accept limits are tared (in Check weighing mode) Beeper Opt [bp.OPt] Set whether or not the beeper sounds when APW has been optimized. OFF = disabled ON = enabled Beeper Signal [Bp.sIG] Set how the beeper responds in Check Weighing mode.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-17 4.4 Readout Menu Enter this menu to set user preferences. Default settings are in bold. Reset: Stable Range: Filter: Auto-Zero Tracking: Light: Auto off: End Readout: no, yes 0.5, 1, 2, 5 low, medium, high off, 0.5, 1, 3 off, on, auto off, 1, 5, 10 Exit menu Reset [reset] Reset the Read menu to factory defaults. NO = not reset YES = reset Stable Range [Stable] Set the amount the reading can vary while the stability symbol remains on. 0.5d = 0.
EN-18 4.5 Unit Menu Ranger™ Count 3000 Series This sub-menu activates units so they will be accessible with the Units button. The units in the menu must be turned “on” to be active. Note: Available units vary by model and local regulations.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-19 4.6 Print1 Menu Enter this menu to set printing parameters. Default settings are in bold. Note: The Print2 menu is only displayed if a second interface is installed.
EN-20 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Result Set the status. OFF = disabled ON = the displayed reading is printed Gross Set the status. OFF = disabled ON = the gross weight is printed Net Set the status. OFF = disabled ON = the net weight is printed Tare Set the status. OFF = disabled ON = the Tare weight is printed Header Set the status. OFF = disabled ON = the Header is printed Note: See section 7.3.1 for how to enter Header line. Footer Set the status.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-21 Accu Set the status. OFF = disabled RESULT = the Accumulation result is printed ALL = all the Accumulation data is printed Note: See section 7.4 for sample print out. Layout [layOUt] Set the format of the data output to a printer or computer. Format Set the printing format. MULTI = a multi-line (single column style) printout is generated. SINGLE = a single line printout is generated. Feed Set the paper feed.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-22 4.7 COM1 Menu Enter this menu to define communication parameters. Default settings are in bold. Reset: Baud Rate: Parity: Stop bit: Handshake: Alternate command: End COM: no, yes 300…9600…19200 7 even, 7 odd, 7 none, 8 none 1, 2 none, On-Off Print (A…P…Z), Tare (A…T…Z), Zero (A…Z) Exit menu Note: The COM2 menu is only displayed if a second interface is installed. Reset [reset] Reset the COM menu to factory defaults.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Alternate command [Alt.CmM] Define command character for the Print, Tare and Zero commands Print Set the alternate command character for Print A to Z. Tare Set the alternate command character for Tare A to Z. Zero Set the alternate command character for Zero. A to Z. End COM1, End COM2 [End] Advance to the next menu or return to the top of the current menu. 4.8 Lock Menu The Lock Menu is a software controlled option which can lock Menu settings to prevent tampering.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-24 Lock Print [l.print] Set the status. OFF = Print menu is not locked ON = Print menu is locked Lock COM [l.COmM] Set the status. OFF = COM menu is not locked ON = COM menu is locked End Lock [End] Advance to the next menu or return to the top of the current menu. 4.9 End Menu Press ‘No’ to advance to the Calibration menu. Press ‘Yes’ to exit the menu and return to the current application mode. 4.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-25 TABLE 4-2.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-26 5. LEGAL FOR TRADE When the scale is used in trade or a legally controlled application it must be set up, verified and sealed in accordance with local weights and measures regulations. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure that all pertinent legal requirements are met. 5.1 Capacity Label A label showing the capacity and readability of the scale must be installed near each display.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series Lock Switch Unlocked EN-27 Paper Seal Locked with Paper Seal Wire Seal Locked with Wire Seal Figure 5-2. Sealing 5.3.2 Audit Trail Seal (USA and Canada only) For jurisdictions that use the audit trail sealing method, the local weights and measures official or authorized service agent must record the current configuration and calibration event counter values at the time of sealing. These values will be compared to values found during a future inspection.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-28 6. MAINTENANCE 6.1 Cleaning The housing may be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent if necessary. Do not use solvents, chemicals, alcohol, ammonia or abrasives to clean the housing or control panel. 6.2 Troubleshooting Table 6-1 lists common problems and possible causes and remedies. If the problem persists, contact OHAUS or your authorized dealer.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 6.3 Service Information EN-29 If the troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem, contact your authorized OHAUS service agent. For service assistance or technical support in the United States call toll-free 1-800-526-0659 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST. An OHAUS product service specialist will be available to provide assistance. Outside the USA, please visit our web site, www.ohaus.com to locate the OHAUS office nearest you. 6.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-30 7. TECHNICAL DATA The technical data is valid under the following ambient conditions: Indoor use only Operating temperature: -10°C to 40°C Relative humidity: 20% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing Height above sea level: Up to 2000 m Power: AC power 100-240V 50/60 Hz, internal rechargeable sealed lead-acid battery Current rating: 0.5A Mains supply voltage fluctuations: up to ± 10% of the nominal voltage Installation category: II Pollution degree: 2 7.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-31 7.2 Drawings 117 mm / 4.6 in 311 mm / 12.2 in 327 mm / 12.9 in Figure 7-1.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-32 7.3 Communication The scale is equipped with an RS232 interface (COM1) located under the Options Cover. Connecting the scale to a computer enables you to operate the scale from the computer, as well as receive data such as displayed weight. 7.3.1 Interface Commands Communicate to the scale using the command characters listed in Table 7-2 below.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-33 7.4 Printouts The following sample print outs are generated by the Print button, “P” Command or alternate print command. The content of the printout is defined in the Print Content menu item. A maximum of 24 characters can be printed on each line. PN: 123456789926 363 PCS NET 0.1420 kg G 0.0420 kg NET 0.1000 kg PT APW: 0.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-34 7.6 Compliance Compliance to the following standards is indicated by the corresponding mark on the product. Mark Standard This product conforms to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and the Non-Automatic Weighing Instrument Directive 2009/23/EC. The Declaration of Conformity is available online at europe.ohaus.com/europe/en/home/support/compliance.aspx. AS/NZS CISPR 11 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-12, UL Std. No.
Ranger™ Count 3000 Series EN-35 In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of in domestic waste. This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements. The Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC introduces new requirements from September 2008 on removability of batteries from waste equipment in EU Member States.
EN-36 Ranger™ Count 3000 Series 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.
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