AWS KG-10 User manual

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
KG-Series
High Capacity
Precision Balance
©2010 American Weigh Scales, Inc.
American
Weigh
Scales, Inc.
KG-10
KG-20

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 KG-Series Balance Structure ...................................................................p. 3
1.2 Technical Specications .......................................................................p. 4
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Part List .......................................................................................p. 5
2.2 Unpacking ....................................................................................p. 5
2.3 Installation Instructions ....................................................................... p. 5
2.4 Turning on the Balance and Self-testing........................................................p. 5
3. OPERATION
3.1 Sample Weighing .............................................................................p. 6
3.2 Weighing with a Container ....................................................................p. 6
3.3 Unit Switching ................................................................................p. 6
3.4 Parts Counting ................................................................................p. 6
3.5 Calibrating the Balance ........................................................................p. 6
3.6 Linear Calibration .............................................................................p. 7
4. APPENDIX
4.1 RS232 Serial Data Communication .............................................................p. 8
4.2 Serial Number.................................................................................p. 8
4.3 Commands ...................................................................................p. 8
4.4 Proper Care & Maintenance....................................................................p. 8
4.5 Troubleshooting ..............................................................................p. 9

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1.1. KG-Series Balance Structure
1Weighing Pan
2Weight Display
3Bubble Level
4ON/OFF Button
5UNIT Button
6TARE Button
7MODE Button
8CAL Button
9Leveling Foot
10 Battery Compartment
Figure 1.3
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1.2. Technical Specications
Model KG-10 KG-20
Max. Capacity 10,000g 20,000g
Readability 0.1g 0.1g
Repeatability ±1d
Linearity ±2d
Span Calibration Weight 5000g 10,000g
Linear Calibration
Weights
5000g, 10000g 10,000g, 20,000g
Response Time 2~3 sec.
Pan Size 12 x 9 inch
Dimensions 12 x 12.5 x 7 inch
Net Weight 6.4 lb
Power Requirements One 9V Battery or AC Adapter Input:120V 60hz / Output: 9V 200mA (included)
Output Interface Bi-directional RS232

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1. Part List
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
Weighing Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
Stainless Steel Shroud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
Instruction Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
Warranty Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc.
2.2. Unpacking
Carefully unpack the balance and remove it from its styrofoam supports. You may want to keep the original
box and packing materials for storing the balance when not in use.
If the balance is damaged contact the supplier immediately. Keep all packing materials as they were when
you received them.
2.3. Setting Up the Balance
Remove the balance from its styrofoam supports. Place the balance on a
level surface, free of vibration. Carefully set the scale platform into place.
You may want to keep the original box and packing materials for storing
the balance when not in use.
If the balance is damaged contact the supplier immediately. Keep all
packing materials as they were when you received them.
2.4. Turning on the Balance and Self-testing
1. Connect the power cord to the balance and plug the AC adapter into an
available wall socket.
2. Press the ON / OFF key to turn the scale on. A display test will be performed (5 seconds).
3. Once the display shows “0.0g” the balance is ready to use.
4. To turn the scale o, press the ON / OFF key.
NOTE: You should let the balance warm up for 20 ~ 30 minutes before use for best results.
ON/OFF UNIT
TARE
MODE
CAL

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3. OPERATION
3.1. Sample Weighing
1. Press TARE / ZERO to make the balance return to zero.
2. Load the sample onto the scale pan.
3. The weight is stable when g (depending on weighing unit is active) appears on the display.
NOTE: For accurate weight results, it is important to load the sample to be weighed, onto the center of the
platform.
3.2. Weighing with a container
Sometimes it is necessary to weigh an object (such as a liquid) using a container. To display just the weight
of the contents (net weight) and not the whole combined weight (gross weight), the TARE button is used.
1. Place an empty container on the weighing pan.
2. Once the weight stabilizes, press the TARE / ZERO key briey. The display will return to zero.
3. Add the sample to the container.
4. The weight is stable when g (depending on weighing unit is active) appears on the display.
3.3. Unit Switching
This balance has 10 possible weighing units. They are gram (g), carat (ct), pound (lb), ounce (oz), troy ounce
(oz), grain (GN), pennyweight (dwt), Newton (N), Tola (T), and T/A/R. Follow these instructions to change the
weighing unit:
1. Press the UNIT button.
2. The weighing unit will cycle between the dierent weighing units with each press of the button.
3.4. Parts Counting
With items of uniform weight (ie. all the pieces are of equal weight value) it is possible to use this scales parts
counting feature to quickly and accurately obtain a piece count. To use the parts counting feature, follow
these instructions:
1. Press the MODE key until the display shows“pcs” to indicate parts counting mode.
2. The display will show“10 pcs” to indicate that you should place a sample quantity of 10 pieces onto the
platform. You may change the sample size by pressing the“CAL” button. Possible sample sizes are 10, 20, 50,
100, 150, 200, 250, and 500.
3. Press MODE again once you have selected the proper sample quantity.
4. You can now add any number of pieces to the platform (or container) and the display will show a count.
5. To exit counting mode press the MODE key.
Notes: The larger the sample size used, the more accurate the count will be. Tare can be used in this mode.
The reference sample is not stored upon exiting parts counting mode.
3.5. Calibrating The Balance
The balance may need to be calibrated in certain situations such as:
• Before weighing for the rst time
• After the balance has not been used for some time
• If the balance location has changed

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• If ambient temperatures have changed greatly
1. Prepare the calibration weight (see pg. 4 for required calibration weights).
2. Clean the weighing pan and press TARE to re-zero the balance.
3. When the balance is stablized, press and hold the CAL button for 5 seconds.
4. The display will show“-CAL-”, then the required calibration weight will ash on the display.
5. Place the calibration weight onto the center of the platform and wait for the display to stop ashing.
6. You may now remove the weight. The scale will return to normal weighing mode
3.6. Linear Calibration
Linear calibration adjusts the balance at two or more points, rather than just one. To enter linear calibration,
follow these steps:
1. Prepare the calibration weights (see pg. 4 for required calibration weights).
2. Clean the weighing pan and press TARE to re-zero the balance.
3. When the balance is stablized, press and hold the CAL button for 5 seconds.
4. The display will show“-CAL-”, then ash the rst required weight for span calibration.
5. At this point, press and hold the MODE button for 5 seconds. The display will ash the rst required
calibration weight for linear calibration.
6. Place the required weight onto the center of the platform.
7. When the display stops ashing, you may remove the weight.
8. Once the weight is removed, the next required weight for linear calibration will ash.
9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the display returns to zero when the weight is removed - indicating that linear
calibration is complete.

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4. APPENDIX
4.1. RS232 Serial Data Communication
This balance has a Bi-Directional RS232 port for communication with a PC. When connected to a computer,
the weight value can be sent to the computer and commands can be sent to the balance
Transfer Format: Asynchronous
Communication Protocol: 1 start bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
Baud Rate: 9600
Parity: None
Flow Control: Xon/Xo
When sending the weight request command to the scale, the scale’s serial port will reply with the current
weight in ASCII format with the following structure:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Weight Data Unit
Example String: “ 0 0 0 1 2 3 . 4 5 c t ”
Hex Output: 11h 20h 30h 30h 30h 31h 32h 33h 34h 35h 63h 74h 20h 20h 13h
Meaning: 123.45ct (carats)
When sending a command to the scale such as Tare, the scale’s serial port will reply with <ACK>
NOTE: The CD included with the balance is meant for demonstration purposes only. To install, simply copy
the program les to your computer and launch Weight Display.exe. By default, the program listens for
weight data on serial port1.
4.2. Serial Number
When communicating with the balance from a PC, a serial number (from 1-100) is used to identify the
balance. By default, the serial number is 001. To change the serial number, press and hold the UNIT and
MODE buttons together until the display shows “No - ###” (### stands for the serial number). Tap the CAL
button to change the serial number from 1-100. Press the MODE button when you are nished.
4.3. Commands
The following commands can be sent to the balance:
Command Function Example
serial no. (hex) + s Request weight data example: 01h s hex: 01:73
serial no. (hex) + v Enter Calibration Mode example: 01h v hex: 01:76
serial no. (hex) + c Enter Counting Mode example: 01h c hex: 01:63
serial no. (hex) + u Change weighing unit example: 01h u hex: 01:75
serial no. (hex) + t Tare the balance (zero) example: 01h t hex: 01:74
Commands are lowercase

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4.4. Care & Maintenance
Please read all operating instructions carefully before use. Scales are precision instruments and should
always be handled with proper care. To ensure years of reliable service, keep these simple tips in mind:
•Donotexceedthescalesmaximumcapacity.Overloadingyourscalecanpermanentlydamageit!
•Avoidexposuretoextremeheatorcold.Scalesperformbestatnormalroomtemperature.Iftemperatures
have changed dramatically, recalibration may be necessary.
•Allowyourscaletowarmupforthreehoursbeforeperforminginitialcalibration.
•Storeyourscaleinaclean,drylocation.Dust,dirt,andmoisturecanaccumulateontheweighingsensors
and electronics causing inacuracy or malfunction.
•Avoidstaticelectricitysources,astheycanhaveanadverseeectontheweighingsensors.
•Alwaysweighonaatandlevelsurface,freefromvibrationsanddrafts.Thecornerofaroomisusuallythe
most stable.
•Gentlyapplyallitemstobeweighed.Donotdropitemsontotheweighingplatform.
•Avoiddroppingyourscale.Thewarrantydoesnotcoverdamageduetoroughtreatmentoroverload.
•Keeptheweighingpancleanusingasoftcloth.Donotuseharshchemicals.
4.5. Troubleshooting
Problem: The display shows “F - - -”
Solution: 1. The weight on the scale is in excess of the rated capacity. Remove the excess weight.
2. The balance may be improperly calibrated. Try recalibration (Section 3.7)
Problem: The display uctuates.
Solution: 1. Vibration or wind is interfering with the measurement. Try using the balance in a more
stable location.
2. Electronic balances can be aected by static electricity and radio waves. Make sure the
area is static free and away from any radio wave emitting devices such as cordless phones
and computers.
3. The item on the platform is in motion. Wait for it to stabilize or try supporting it with
whatever means is convenient.
Problem: The scale is weighing inaccurately.
Solution: 1. The scale requires recalibration. Follow the steps in Section 3.7.
2. The TARE feature has been used improperly. Remove the items and try again.
3. The balance is not level. Adjust the leveling feet until the bubble level is centered.
4. Battery power may be low (the“ ” symbol will appear). Replace the batteries.