Appion WS260 User manual

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READ OPERATION MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING PRODUCT.

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................3
Warnings and Safety Information.......................................................................4
Refrigerant Storage Container Safety..............................................................5
Main Screen....................................................................................................................7
General Functions.......................................................................................................8
Resolution.....................................................................................................................13
Calibrate Scale............................................................................................................14
Zeroing Scale..............................................................................................................15
Calibrating the Scale................................................................................................16
Factory Reset...............................................................................................................19
About................................................................................................................................20
Using the WS260......................................................................................................21
Appion Central™ Bluetooth Operation...........................................................22
Appion Central™ App..............................................................................................23
Refrigerant Recovery Tips.....................................................................................24
General Maintenance and Care.........................................................................28
Scale Components...................................................................................................29
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Regulatory Information...........................................................................................33
Warranty Information...............................................................................................35
QR Code Index...........................................................................................................37
Contact........................................................................................................................38

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the WS260 Precision Scale, where innovation
       
robust aluminum construction and provides a wide measurement

service work. With an unwavering commitment to durability, stability,
and pinpoint accuracy, the WS260 Precision Scale promises to be
an invaluable asset in any professional’s toolkit.
From the intricate task of measuring critical charges in mere grams
to managing large systems with hundreds of pounds of refrigerant,
the WS260 Precision Scale is up to the task. Its easy-to-read backlit
digital display ensures you obtain precise readings at a glance.

scale to our dedicated mobile app. With the Appion Central™ app,
you can tap into advanced features like data logging, recovery
cylinder management, and more, ensuring you stay ahead in the
fast-paced world of HVAC-R servicing.

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Warnings and Safety Information
• Never store the measuring instrument together with solvents.
• Operate the measuring instrument only within the parameters

• Do not expose the measuring instruments or equipment to
temperatures outside of the stated operating temperatures.
• 
• 
• 
• 


• 
and regulations.
• 

• 
time.

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Refrigerant Storage Container Safety
What Can Happen: Refrigerant storage containers may vent or
explode when the working pressure of the container is exceeded.
How To Prevent It: Refrigerant storage containers are
       
rating of the storage cylinder is appropriate for the refrigerant
being recovered.
For R-410a, 4BA400 and 4BW400 are appropriate ratings
for refrigerant storage containers.
What Can Happen: 


These sensors only cut power to the recovery machine, and do not
stop the flow of refrigerant, which may continue due to a siphon, or
due to temperature-induced migration.
How To Prevent It: Do not rely on these switches to prevent

accurate measurement of the amount of refrigerant in the
storage container.
Do not rely on these switches to stop the flow of refrigerant
into the container. Only the valves on the recovery machine
and on the cylinder can stop the flow of refrigerant into the
container.

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Refrigerant Storage Container Safety (cont.)
What Can Happen: Diagram 1

capacity.
How To Prevent It: A refrigerant scale must be used to monitor
the amount of refrigerant in the storage container.
Be sure to close the valves on the storage container when it has
reached 80% capacity.
Filled to 80%
Capacity
Filled to 90%
Capacity
Diagram 1: 
refrigerant expanding when heated.

a DOT violation.
See Page 25 for information on how to calculate 80% Fill Weight

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Main Screen
Main Screen Display: Access the Main Screen by pressing and

Main Screen Example:
1.
2.
3. Bluetooth Indicator
4. Weight
5. Units
1
2
3
4
5

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General Functions

1.
2.
3.
Power/Menu/Select
• Quick Press
- Menu


- Select

• Hold 2 Seconds



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General Functions
Backlight/Up/Units
• Quick Press

            

- Up
.
- Backlight + Power

• Hold 2 Seconds
- Units selection
- 




Tare/Down
• Quick Press
- Down

- Tare + Power

• Hold 2 Seconds
- Tare





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Tare VS Zero:
• The Tare function is used to reset the reading and account for the
container weight.
- Example:Technician is recovering into an empty cylinder
and wishes to track the weight of refrigerant removed from the
system.
• The Zero function is used to  the reading and store the weight
of an empty
- Example: Technician has noted that the scale does not read

 
operation is normal.

   




When switching power sources, the scale must be
recalibrated with the new power source. If the scale is not recalibrated

General Functions

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General Functions
Main Menu: Access the Main Menu by quick-pressing the Power

Main Menu Selections
• Exit
- Return to the Main Screen.
• Resolution
- Adjust the displayed resolution.
• Calibrate Scale
- Calibrate the Scale.
• Factory Reset

• About
- View the scale serial number and version number.

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General Functions
Main Menu Screen Controls
• Power/Select
- Quick Press

• Backlight/Up
- Quick Press
         

• Tare/Down
- Quick Press



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Resolution
Access the Resolution screen by selecting RESOLUTION from the

Resolution Screen Example:
Resolution Navigation Tips:
• The selected resolution will be highlighted.
• Select EXIT to save the selected resolution and return to the Main
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Calibrate Scale
Access the Calibration sub-screen by selecting CALIBRATE SCALE

the factory calibration when switching between power supplies or
if the scale is suspected to be displaying readings that are out of

Calibration Sub-Screen Example:
Calibration Sub-Screen Selections:
• Exit
- Return to the Main Screen.
• Zero

• Calibrate Scale


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Zeroing Scale
Zero Scale Screen Example:
Zeroing Process Tips:
• 
• 
• 
• 
• Vibrations or wind during Zeroing will cause inaccuracies.
• 

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Calibrating the Scale

accurate calibration.
• 
• 
• 

• When switching power sources, the scale must be recalibrated
with the new power source. Example: The scale is plugged into

• 
reading will not be accurate.
Calibration Screen Examples:

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Calibrating the Scale (cont.)

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Calibrating the Scale (cont.)
Calibration Process Tips:
• 
• 
previously saved calibration.
• Vibrations or wind during calibration will cause inaccuracies.
• If the scale detects an issue during the calibration process, the
failed calibration screen will appear.
Failed Calibration Screen Example:

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Factory Reset
Access Factory Reset by selecting FACTORY RESET from the Main
         

Factory Reset Tips:
• Selecting CANCEL exits back to the Main Menu.
• Selecting CONTINUE resets the device to factory-calibrated
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About
Access the About screen by selecting ABOUT from the Main Menu.

About Screen Example:
About Screen Controls:
• Power/Exit
- Quick Press

