Adam Equipment CBC SERIES (P.N. 8680, Revision C4, February 2009) Software rev.: 3.
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CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 3 2.0 SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................... 4 2.1 COMMON SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................. 5 3.0 INSTALLATION........................................................................................................ 6 3.1 LOCATING THE SCALE.......
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1.0 INTRODUCTION • The CBC series provides accurate, fast and versatile counting scales. • There are 2 type of scales within the CBC seriesCBC scales are gram/ kilogram only scales and the CBCa scales are changeable from pounds to kilograms. The scales have the same functions except that CBCa scales have the ability to toggle between the two weighing units. • There are 5 models in each type with capacities up to 48 kg / 100lb. • The scales have stainless steel weighing platforms on an ABS base assembly.
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS CBC SERIES CBC 4 CBC 8 CBC 16 CBC 32 CBC 48 Maximum Capacity Readability Model # 4000 g 8000 g 16kg 32 kg 48 kg 0.1 g 0.2 g 0.0005 kg 0.001 kg 0.002 kg Tare Range Repeatability (Std Dev) Linearity ± -4000 g 0.1 g -8000 g 0.2 g -9.9995 kg 0.0005 kg -32 kg 0.001 kg -48 kg 0.002 kg 0.2 g 0.4 g 0.001 kg 0.002 kg 0.004 kg Units of Measure g kg CBCa SERIES Model: CBC 8a UNITS OF MEASURE Kilograms Pounds MAXIMUM CAPACITY 4.0000 kg 8.
2.1 COMMON SPECIFICATIONS Stabilisation Time Operating Temperature 2 Seconds typical Power supply 230 VAC 50/60 Hz 120 VAC available -10°C - 40°C 14°F - 104°F Battery Internal rechargeable battery (~90 hours operation) Calibration Automatic External Display 3 x 6 digits LCD digital displays Balance Housing Pan Size ABS Plastic, Stainless Steel platform 225 x 275mm 8.9” x 10.8” Overall Dimensions (wxdxh) Net Weight 315 x 355 x 110mm 12.4” x 14” x 4.3” Applications Counting Scales 4.
3.0 INSTALLATION 3.1 3.2 LOCATING THE SCALE • 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. • Avoid unstable power sources. Do not use near large users of electricity such as welding equipment or large motors. • Do not place near vibrating machinery.
• The scale will show the current software revision number in the “Weight” display window, for example V3.06. • Next a self-test is performed. At the end of the self-test, it will display “0” in all three displays, if the zero condition has been achieved. 4.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS Keys [0-9, .] Functions Numeric entry keys, used to manually enter a value for tare weights, unit weight, and sample size. [CE] Used to clear the unit weight or an erroneous entry. [M+] Add the current count to the accumulator.
5.0 DISPLAYS The scales have three digital display windows. These are “Weight”, “Unit Weight” and “Count”. For CBCa, there are indicators for lb & kg 5.1 WEIGHT DISPLAY It has 6-digit display to indicate the weight on the scale. Arrows above symbols will indicate the following: Low battery, as above Net Weight Display, "Net" as above Stability indicator, "Stable" or symbol as above Zero indicator, "Zero" or symbol 0 as above Note: Unit indicator “lb/kg” for CBCa only 5.
• If a preset count has been stored the "Preset" or above, will have an arrow above. 5.3 symbol as COUNT DISPLAY • This display will show the number of items on the scale or the value of the accumulated count. See the next section on OPERATION. • The arrow indicator will be seen above "Memory" when a value has been entered into the memory. 6.0 OPERATION NOTE: CBCa Scales only SETTING THE WEIGHING UNIT, lb or kg The scale will turn on displaying the last weighing unit selected, either kilograms or pounds.
• As a product is added only the 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. If the scale was tared just before removing the container, this value is the gross weight of the container plus all products those were removed.
by re-calculating it. To lock the Unit Weight and avoid resampling, press [U. Wt./Units]. • If the scale is not stable, the calculation will not be completed. If the weight is below zero, the “Count” display will show negative count. B. Entering a known Unit Weight • If the unit weight is already known then it is possible to enter that value using the keypad. • Enter the value of the unit weight in grams, using the numeric keys followed by pressing the [U. Wt./Units] key.
automatically. • This feature is turned off as soon as the number of items added exceeds the count used as a sample. 6.3.4 Check-counting • Check-counting is a procedure to cause an alarm to sound when the number of items counted on the scale meets or exceeds a number stored in the memory by using the [Pst] key. • The value to be stored is entered from the keyboard. Enter the numeric value to be stored using the numeric keys. Then press the [Pst] key to store the value.
6.3.6 Automatic Accumulated Totals • The scale can be set to automatically accumulate totals when a weight is placed on the scale. This eliminates the need to press the [M+] key to store values into the memory. However the [M+] key is still active and can be pressed to store the values immediately. In this case the values will not be stored when the scale returns to zero. • See the Section 9.0 on RS-232 Interface for details on how to enable Automatic Accumulation. 7.
SETTING OF PIN • Display will show “F2” “Pin”. This parameter allows setting of a new password number. • Press [Tare]. The “WEIGHT” display will show "Pin 1" • Enter the new password number. The “Unit Weight” display will show dashes. Press [Tare]. • The “WEIGHT” display will change to "Pin 2 ", Enter the password again and press [Tare]. • The display will show "donE" to show the new password has been accepted and will return to the menu. Record the new password in a secured place.
• The displays will then show the calibration weight suggested as a whole number. For example: “LoAd” “04” “KiLoS” Either put this weight on the platform after the stable symbol is on or enter the desired value in whole integer and then press [Tare]. • Place the weight on the platform and press [Tare] again. • At all times the scale should be stable before pressing the [Tare] key to accept a weight. The stability indicator will turn on to show the value is stable.
Specifications: RS-232 output of weighing data ASCII code Adjustable Baud rate, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19200 baud 8 data bits No Parity Connector: 9 pin D-subminiature socket Pin 3 Output Pin 2 Input Pin 5 Signal Ground The scale can be set to print text in English, French, German or Spanish. See the RS-232 parameters section for details. Data Format-Normal Output: Date Time Gross Wt Unit Wt. PCS 12/09/2006 14:56:27 1.234 Kg 123 g 10 pcs Net Wt.
In other languages the format is the same but the text will be in the language selected. Description Print gross weight Net weight Weight per unit counted Number of items counted Number of weighings added to subtotals Total weight and count printed Print date Print time 9.1 ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN SPANISH Gross Wt Pds Brut Brut-Gew Pso Brut Net Wt. Unit Wt. Pds Net Pds unit Net-Gew Gew/Einh Pso Net Pso/Unid Pcs Pcs Stck. Piezas No. Nb. Anzhl Num.
9.2 RS-232 SETUP The RS-232 interface uses parameters set by the user for language, baud rate and date format. Press and hold the [Print] key for 4 seconds to access the parameters. Press [U. Wt./Units] to scroll through the options and [Tare] to confirm the change and then advance to the next parameter. When a parameter is entered by pressing [Tare], the displays will guide you through the parameter selected and the options available.
The scale will perform the following functions depending on the Accumulation and Print settings: ACCUMULATION FUNCTIONS PRINT FUNCTIONS AC Auto AC mAn AC oFF Accumulate and print automatically Print automatically Print automatically, [M+] key has no function Print Auto Accumulate and print when [M+] is pressed Automatically Accumulate but not print, Accumulate and print when [M+] or [Print] is pressed Print mAn [M+] key has no function Print only when [Print] key pressed Cont to PC Print conti
• Press the [Tare] key to accept the time. The display will show the current date format. • Press the [Print] key to change the date format. Available formats are: “Y-m-d” year, month, day “m-d-Y” month, day, year “d-m-Y” day, month, year • Press the [Tare] key to accept the chosen format and then enter the date in this format. • Press the [Tare] key to accept the date. An error code will be shown if the time (Err 1) or the date (Err 2) is not the permissible values.
10.0 BATTERY AND BACKLIGHT OPERATION 10.1 BATTERY • The scales can be operated from the battery, if desired. The battery life is approximately 90 hours. • When the battery needs charging the arrow above the low battery symbol under the “Weight” display will turn on. The battery should be charged as soon as the arrow is on. The scale will still operate for about 10 minutes after which it will automatically switch off to protect the battery.
• Press [U. Wt./Units] to scroll through the options. “EL on” Sets the backlight to be on at all times. “EL Au” Sets the backlight to operate automatically when a weight is placed on the scale or a key is pressed. “EL OFF” Sets the backlight to be off. • Press the [Tare] key to store the value or press the [Zero] key to escape from this setting and return to weighing. 11.0 ERROR CODES During the initial power-on testing or during operation, the scale may show an error message.
12.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If you need to order any spare parts and accessories, contact your supplier or Adam Equipment. A partial list of such items is as follows• • Mains Power cord Replacement Battery • • • • Stainless Steel Pan In use cover Printer, etc. 13.0 SERVICE INFORMATION This manual covers the details of operation. If you have a problem with the scale that is not directly addressed by this manual then contact your supplier for assistance.
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.
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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