Adam Equipment ABK/AFK SERIES USER MANUAL Adam Equipment strives to be more environmentally focused and uses recycled materials and environmentally friendly packaging where possible. As part of this initiative we have developed a short manual that uses less paper and ink to describe the main functions of your new Adam product. A complete version is available at www.adamequipment.com. Thank you for your support of Adam Equipment. (P.N.
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CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1 2.0 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................ 2 3.0 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................... 4 3.1 UNPACKING ......................................
1.0 INTRODUCTION • The ABK/AFK series provide accurate, fast and versatile general purpose type weighing scales with parts counting, percentage weighing and check-weighing functions. • The ABK/AFK has LED’s next to the display to indicate when a weight is below the low limit, in between the limits or above the high limit. These can work in conjunction with an audible alarm for check weighing as well as the display showing LO, OK and HI.
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS Model # Maximum Capacity Readability Resolution Repeatability (Std Dev) Linearity + Pan size wxd Units of Measure Stabilization Time Operating Temperature Power Supply Calibration Calibration Mass Display Draft Shield (w x d x h) Balance Housing Overall Dimensions (w x d x h) Net Weight ABK 8 ABK 16a ABK 16 ABK 35a ABK 32 ABK 70a ABK 60 ABK 130a ABK 120 ABK 260a 8000g/16lb 16kg/35lb 32kg/70lb 60kg/130lb 120kg/260lb 0.2g/0.0005lb 0.5g/0.001lb 1g/0.002lb 2g/0.005lb 5g/0.
Model # Maximum Capacity Readability Resolution Repeatability (Std Dev) Linearity + Pan size wxd Units of Measure Stabilization Time Operating Temperature Power Supply Calibration Calibration Mass Display Draft Shield (w x d x h) Balance Housing Overall Dimensions (w x d x h) AFK 75 AFK 165a AFK 150 AFK 330a AFK 300 AFK 660a AFK 600 AFK 1320a 75kg/165lb 150kg/330lb 300kg/660lb 600kg/1320lb 5g/0.01lb 10g/0.02lb 20g/0.05lb 50g/0.1lb 1:15000 1:15000 1:15000 1:12000 5g/0.01lb 10g/0.
3.0 INSTALLATION 3.1 UNPACKING The ABK/AFK scales have already been adjusted to work with a platform and have been configured for this application. The platform and indicator have been calibrated as a pair and must be used together. 3.2 LOCATING • The scales should not be placed in a location that will reduce the accuracy. • Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in direct sunlight or near air conditioning vents. • Avoid unsuitable tables. The table or floor must be rigid and not vibrate.
3.3 SETTING UP THE SCALES • Remove the base and pillar from the packaging and place the pillar into the base fitting. Fix the pillar by using the 2 x screws provided. Remove the circular ring from its bag and place on top of the pillar with the slot at the top and making sure the cable runs through it. Fasten the ring to the pillar using the screw provided. • Remove the bracket that is fixed to the Indicator with the 2 x locking handles and position it onto the circular ring part.
4.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS [>Z/T<] Used to reset the display to zero. Tares the scale. Used to deduct and store the weight currently on the scale if it is not required as part of the final weighing result. A secondary function, is of an “Enter” key used when setting up a value for the Parameters. [PCS] Selects parts counting. Used to set the sample quantities while parts counting. A secondary function is of incrementing the active digit when setting a value for Parameters.
[Func] C Selects the Function parameters of the scale. A secondary function (C) is to act as a clear key when clearing an accumulated total. [M+/ Print] ESC Sends the results to a PC or a Printer using the RS232 interface. It also adds the value to the accumulation memory if the accumulation function is not automatic. A secondary function (ESC) is to return to normal operation when the scale is in a Parameter setting mode. [O/I] To switch the Indicator on or off.
6.0 OPERATION 6.1 ZEROING THE DISPLAY • You can press the [Z/T] key at any time to set the display to zero. This will usually be when the platform is empty. When the zero point is obtained the display will show an indicator for zero. • The scale has an automatic re-zeroing function to account for minor drifting or accumulation of material on the platform. However you may need to press the [Z/T] key to re zero the scale if small amounts of weight are shown when the platform is empty. 6.
• Press the [Z/T] key to tare the scale. The weight is deducted and stored as the tare value leaving zero on the display. The “NET” indicator will be ON and as a product is added only the net weight of the product will be shown. The scale could be tared a second time if another type of product was to be added to the first one. Again only the weight that is added after taring will be displayed. • When the container is removed a negative value will be shown.
6.4 PARTS COUNTING If parts counting is enabled, See section 7.4 in the full manual, it is possible to count parts using a sample of the parts to determine an average piece weight. • If using an empty container, place the container on the top pan and press [Z/T] to zero the display. Press the [PCS] key to enter parts counting mode. • The scale will show “P 10”. Change the sample size to the desired quantity by pressing the [Pcs/ ] key.
6.6 ACCUMULATED TOTAL • The scale can be set to accumulate manually by pressing the [Print/M+/Esc] key, or automatically when a weight is removed from the scale. See the Section 7.3 of the full manual for details. 6.7 PERCENTAGE WEIGHING The scale can be set to perform percentage weighing. See Section 7.2 of the full version of the user manual for complete details. 6.8 ANIMAL (DYNAMIC) WEIGHING The scale can be set to animal (dynamic) weighing for weighing any items that are unstable or may move.
8.0 BATTERY OPERATION • The scales can be operated from the battery if desired. The battery life can be up to 70 hours depending on the load cells and how the backlight is used. • A battery symbol is shown on the display which indicates the current charge of the battery, 3 bars means fully charged. When just the outline of the battery and no bars are visible the battery needs to be re charged.
The RS-232 serial interface is a plug as figure 2 shows: 2 1 3 4 1: Pin GND, Signal Ground 2: Pin RXD, Received Data 3: Pin TXD, Transmitted Data As viewed from the back of the indicator The scale can be set to print text in English, French, German or Spanish. See the RS-232 parameters section of the full user manual for details. The data format and examples of printouts are shown in the full version of the user manual. 9.
11.0 CALIBRATION The scale can be calibrated using the following procedure. To enter this procedure it is necessary to use Func 4 which is accessible using the [Func/C] key as described in section 7.4 in the full manual, or by using the passcode access as described in section 12.0. The scales calibrate using either metric or pound weights depending on the weighing unit being used before calibration. The display will show either "kg" or "lb" to identify the weights expected.
12.0 SERVICE PARAMETERS The scales will allow entry to the parameters if the [Tare] key is pressed during the power on cycle. The passcodes work as explained earlier. In this case the display will show the passcode request screen, “ P - - - - “ . To continue enter a passcode as described below. Entering passcode 0000 will allow calibration as shown in section 11. Entering 1000 will allow access to a limited set of parameters described in section 12.1. 12.
13.0 ERROR CODES ERROR DESCRIPTION CODES - -oL - - Over-range SUGGESTIONS Remove weight from the scale. If the problem persists contact your dealer or Adam Equipment for assistance. Err 1 Time Error Setting Enter time using correct format and reasonable values. Format: hh:mm:ss Err 2 Date Error Setting Enter date using correct format and reasonable values.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Adam Equipment offers Limited Warranty (Parts and Labour) for the components failed due to defects in materials or workmanship. Warranty starts from the date of delivery. During the warranty period, should any repairs be necessary, the purchaser must inform its supplier or Adam Equipment Company. The company or its authorised Technician reserves the right to repair or replace the components at any of its workshops depending on the severity of the problems.
18 © Adam Equipment Company 2012
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Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity This product has been manufactured in accordance with the harmonised European standards, following the provisions of the below stated directives: Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Adam Equipment Co. Ltd. Bond Avenue, Denbigh East Milton Keynes, MK1 1SW United Kingdom FCC COMPLIANCE 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.
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