Cascade C Series User manual

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Manual Number 8305557-R2
IMPORTANT: The forks and indicator are
paired and calibrated as a set. Do not
separate. Consult Cascade Service
department with questions.
NOTE: Weigh forks are factory calibrated
and ready to use.
Legal for trade models are factory
calibrated and ready to use. Additional
certification is required by a local weights
and measures authority.
CAUTION: Treat this precise weighing
system with care. Environment and
application will affect the system and
its components. Conditions with mud,
grime, water, corrosive chemicals and
abrasive substances can damage or affect
performance of the weigh system.
C-Series
Weigh Forks

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CONTENTS
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Page
OVERVIEW 1
SPECIAL DEFINITIONS & TERMINOLOGY 2
WARNINGS & SAFETY MEASURES 3
INSTALLATION 5
USING INDICATOR 9
Functions 9
Indicator Messages 10
USING THE WEIGH SYSTEM 11
Prior To Weighing 11
Handling Loads 12
To Weigh A Load (Normal Weighing Mode) 13
Obtaining Net/Tare/Gross Weight 14
Unknown Tare Weight Method 14
Pre-set Tare Weight Method 15
Powering Off Forks 18
AUTO SHUT-OFF & BACKLIGHT 18
ADVANCED WEIGHING OPERATION 19
Totaling (Accumulation) 19
Piece Count (Sampling Method) 21
Piece Count With Known Weight (Preset APW's) Method 23
BATTERIES 25
Fork LED Status Indication 25
Charging Fork Battery Packs 26
Indicator Batteries (if equipped) 27
PRINTER EQUIPPED 28
Print Weight 28
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 29
APPENDIX 31
Advanced Weighing Options 31
Program Preset Tare Values 32
Programming Preset Average Piece Weight (APW) Values 34

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OVERVIEW
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Read through
this manual
Recharge or
change battery
packs
Install battery
packs
Review parts
Perform Periodic
Maintenance
Install weigh forks
system on truck
Use system
NOTE: Weigh forks are
factory calibrated and
ready for use.
Legal for Trade models
are factory calibrated
and ready to use.
Additional certification
is required by a local
weights and measures
authority.
This manual describes the installation, operation and periodic maintenance of the weigh system. Read this manual prior
to installation and operation. Be sure to know and understand all installation processes, operating procedures and safety
operations. Perform installation and operation in the order described in this manual.
Keep this manual in a safe and dry place. In case of damage or loss, request a new copy of the manual from Cascade.
Manuals are available at www.cascorp.com under the support tab, "Technical Support Manual" link.
NOTE: For troubleshooting, refer to C-Series Weigh Forks Service Manual, part no. 6910417.

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SPECIAL DEFINITIONS & TERMINOLOGY
The statements shown appear throughout this manual
where special emphasis is required. Read all WARNINGS
and CAUTIONS before proceeding with any work.
Statements labeled IMPORTANT and NOTE are provided
as additional information of special significance or to make
your job easier.
"Legal for Trade Certified" or "Legal for Trade", is the
certification by a local metrology agency or municipal for
weights and scales, for example, NTEP or OIML.
WARNING – A statement preceded by
WARNING is information that should be
acted upon to prevent bodily injury. A
WARNING is always inside a ruled box.
CAUTION – A statement preceded by CAUTION is
information that should be acted upon to prevent
machine damage.
IMPORTANT –A statement preceded by IMPORTANT is
information that possesses special significance.
NOTE –A statement preceded by NOTE is information that
is handy to know and may make your job easier.
Terminology
Special Definitions

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WARNINGS & SAFETY MEASURES
Carefully read the instructions and guidelines in this manual.
Follow the steps shown to install the weigh system onto the
truck. If any instructions are not clear, contact Cascade.
WARNING: Cascade is not responsible
for any physical harm done to the
operator due to the presence of the
indicator in the truck cabin.
No Stand Zone
No riders No reaching through mast No standing under load
CAUTION: Do not use
the indicator in a
moist environment for
an extensive period.
IMPORTANT: Field alterations may impair performance
or capability and could result in loss of warranty. Consult
Cascade for any required modifications.
Indicator rated to IP 65.
WARNING: Operators (Drivers) must read
and understand this manual before being
allowed to operate this equipment. If the
operator does not understand any part of the
User Manual a supervisor should be asked
for an explanation. If it is still not understood,
this equipment should not be used.
WARNING: The C-Series Weigh Forks are to be
operated by a qualified operator only. Overloading, load
positioning, load stability, load security and unqualified
operators can result in a hazardous situation.
WARNING: The C-Series Weigh Fork can present a
hazard when serviced. This equipment must be serviced
by qualified personnel only.
WARNING: Residual risk exists to pedestrians,
bystanders and service technicians in the work area.
Operate lift trucks and accessory equipment in a safe
working area and in compliance with facility, local and
national standards and rules.
WARNING: Before operating, perform the Daily
Inspection as described in this manual

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CAUTION: High humidity and liquid applications will damage the
forks. Conditions with mud, grime, water, corrosive chemicals
and abrasive substances can damage or affect performance of the
forks. Verify the forks are pretreated with a coating to help prevent
rust and corrosion.
CAUTION: Environment and application can affect the forks
and how the system weighs. Verify that the forks suit proper
conditions.
IMPORTANT: Tampering or removing weigh
forks Legal for Trade Certified security wire
or label will void certification.
IMPORTANT: If indicator and/or forks
batteries are low, weighing accuracy and
communication to the indicator can be
affected.
IMPORTANT: Cascade is not responsible for
errors that occur due to incorrect weighing
or inaccurate scales. The purchaser is
responsible to train employees and maintain
the weigh system.
IMPORTANT: All safety regulations that apply
to the truck remain valid and unchanged.
Always follow the operating, maintenance and
repair instructions for the truck.
WARNING: Do not operate the
weigh system unless trained
and a authorized lift truck driver.
No Pressure Wash/Steam
Working Temperature Range:
-4° F (-20° C) minimum
105°F (40° C) maximum

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INSTALLATION
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1
STANDARD FORKS
IMPORTANT: Truck mast must be vertical.
A Remove standard forks.
B Unlock weigh forks.
C Install weigh forks. Fork 1 must be
installed on the left (driver's view).
Install forks
ROTATOR FORKS (with third hook)
Verify forks are rated for the loads being handled.
A Rotate the carriage to the horizontal position. Remove
the fork keepers from the upper fork carriage bar.
B Remove the standard rotator forks (if equipped).
C Release the spring locks on top of the forks.
D Slide the forks into position on the fork carriage bars.
NOTE: Sand or grind the hook tip, when the fork
middle hook fit is too tight.
B
C
A
C
C
IMPORTANT: Contact Cascade before
installing on fork positioner attachments.
CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic buildup and electrostatic damage to the
weigh system, install an electrostatic discharge strap to the truck chassis.
WARNING: Forks require three hooks
on rotators. Weigh forks for rotators are
shipped with the middle hook installed.
Middle
Hook
Spring
Lock
Remove fork
keepers
Back (Driver's) View
WARNING: Handle forks with care to
avoid pinching fingers or dropping on
feet.
D

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2
3
Lock Forks
If equipped, reinstall fork bar keepers
Refer to the attachment's installation instructions for
torque values.
4Install battery packs
A Lift up battery holder locking clip.
B Position battery pack.
C Click into the battery holders.
D Secure the locking clips down.
A
B
C
D
NOTE: For rotators, shake forks to
verify the pin is fully engaged in the
fork bar notch.
CAUTION: Pin must engage notch.
Keepers
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6Install indicator bracket and
support, if required
Side Rail
Dashboard
Cabin Roof
Indicator
OR
OR
A
B
A Install bracket to the support, using a M5 allen
wrench.
B Install the indicator to the bracket/support
assembly.
5
Allen Wrench Required:
Support
Bracket
Indicator
M5
Locate and mount the indicator
Determine a location for the indicator that
is within arms length and screen readout is
visible.
NOTE: If required, install batteries into indicator.
Refer to "Batteries" section, "Replacing Indicator
Batteries", page 22.

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7If equipped with a truck power option
indicator, connect indicator to truck
power.
A Disconnect the cable from the negative battery
terminal or as directed by OEM truck manual.
BConnect cable ends to the components, as shown.
12V Systems – Connect the fused positive wire to
a 12V switched power source. Connect the ground
wire.
24V-80V Systems – Mount the voltage converter
to truck. Connect the fused positive wire from the
converter to a 24V-80V switched power source.
Connect the ground wire. Check the cable routing
for pinch points and clearance.
Use wire ties as needed.
CConnect the power cable to the indicator.
DConnect battery cable(s) to their proper terminal(s).
Fuse, 3.15A,
Cascade Part No.
6167147 Fuse, 3.15A,
Cascade
Part No. 6167147
Dedicated
(Unswitched)
Connect
Positive
Connect
Positive
Connect
Negative
Connect
Negative
Dedicated
(Unswitched)
Truck
Fuse Block
Truck
Fuse Block
Truck
Battery
Truck
Battery
Ground
Ground
D
CC
B
B
B
B
D
Indicator
Connector
Port
24V-80V 12V
Voltage
Converter

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Functions
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When the following appears: When the following icon appears:
Left of Indicator Icons
Indicator
Button
Configuration Mode
Button Functions
Weighing Mode
Button Functions
Right of Indicator Icons
Toggle units
ZERO – Manually zeroes the
indicator (conditions apply)
OFF – To turn off the indicator,
hold button for 5 seconds
Toggle between gross weight
and net weight. Refer to the note
below.
Establishes tare weight
(conditions apply) and also
cancels the current tare weight
ON – To power on the indicator,
hold button for 2 seconds
PRINT – Print weight information
(conditions apply)
Low Battery (indicator and fork batteries)
The scale is zeroed
The indicator is in PEAK HOLD mode
The indicator is showing tare weight
The indicator is showing gross weight
The indicator is showing net weight
The scale is at rest and is stable to read weight
Quantity displayed is the number of
items on the scale
Weight shown is in pounds
Weight shown is in ounces
Weight shown is in kilograms
Weight shown is in grams
Value shown is a percentage
Indicates load cell position or fork
Returns to Parameters, Configuration menu
or exits configuration mode
OR
Increase the value of the flashing digit
Enters Parameters or Parameter Settings
OR
Decrease the value of the flashing digit
Select value OR save value
Show next menu/parameter/setting
OR
Shift to the next digit on the left
Show previous menu/parameter/setting
OR
Shift to the next digit on the right

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Error Message Meaning To Exit Error Mode
Forks are overloaded Automatic after removing weight
Weight on scale is negative or load cell
signal is negative
Press the ZERO/OFF key.
Lift the forks from the ground.
Problem with Fork 1, no communication
Verify weigh system is powered ON
and forks are in range of the indicator.
Restart indicator.
Restart forks and indicator.
Problem with Fork 2, no communication
Verify weigh system is powered ON
and forks are in range of the indicator.
Restart indicator.
Restart forks and indicator.
Forks not detected
Verify weigh system is powered ON
and forks are in range of the indicator.
Restart indicator.
Restart forks and indicator.
Indicator Messages
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USING THE WEIGH SYSTEM
WARNING: Operators (Drivers) must read
and understand this manual before being
allowed to operate this equipment. If the
operator does not understand any part of the
User Manual a supervisor should be asked for an
explanation. If it is still not understood, this equipment
should not be used.
WARNING: The C-Series Weigh Forks are to be
operated by a qualified operator only. Overloading, load
positioning, load stability, load security and unqualified
operators can result in a hazardous situation.
WARNING: Residual risk exists to pedestrians,
bystanders and service technicians in the work area.
Operate lift trucks and accessory equipment in a safe
working area and in compliance with facility, local and
national standards and rules.
WARNING: Before operating, perform the Daily
Inspection as described in this manual
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Prior To Weighing
Position to vertical
Level load to
Horizontal
Verify forks are free of
obstacles prior to zeroing
Legal for Trade Certified:
±5% (3°) Horizontal
Verify the indicator shows
zero. If necessary, press the
"Zero" button.
Working Temperature Range:
-4° F (-20° C) minimum
105° F (40° C) maximum
NOTE: The forks are factory calibrated and ready to use.
Legal for Trade models are factory calibrated and ready
to use. Additional certification is required by a local
weights and measures authority.

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Center load on forks and
pallet, load must be flat
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Handling Loads
IMPORTANT: For handling loads with rotators, refer to
the attachment's operator guide.

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1 Turn on the forks by pressing the blue button on each
battery holder. The button is located at the base of the
battery holder, as shown.
2 On the indicator, press the "ON/PRINT" button. Wait five
seconds.
3 If necessary, zero the weigh system by pressing the
"ZERO/OFF" button, with forks off the ground.
4 Position the load on the forks and raise the forks.
5 The indicator will show the weight of the load. Allow
more time, as needed, to show a steady weight. Before
the next weighing, verify that the indicator is zeroed.
To Weigh A Load (Normal Weighing Mode)
IMPORTANT:
• At initial daily start up, allow 3-5 minutes for the forks to
warm up before weighing loads.
• The system will not weigh correctly if the front face or
bottom of the forks touches the load or pallet.
• Unstable weight readings indicate debris (ie. wood
chips) between fork and fork shoe.
• When weighing liquids, more time is needed for
indicator to show a steady weight.
• Do not exceed fork length by more than 6 in. (152 mm)
with load length.
2
3
1
If required, press the
"ZERO" button to manually
zero the indicator.
5
IMPORTANT: The indicator will show the weight in divisions
(increments) as follows:
Model
ALoad Weight
Indicator Divisions
Non-Certified NTEP Certified
23C Up to 2500 lb. (1000 kg) 2 lb. (1 kg) 5 lb.
Up to 5000 lb. (2500 kg) B5 lb. (2 kg) 5 lb.
28C Up to 2500 lb. (1000 kg) 2 lb. (1 kg) 5 lb.
Up to 6000 lb. (3000 kg) B5 lb. (2 kg) 5 lb.
50C Up to 4500 lb. (2000 kg) 5 lb. (2 kg) 5 lb.
Up to 10000 lb. (5000 kg) B10 lb. (5 kg) 10 lb.
AModels with fork length of up to 48 in. (1200 mm)
BFork capacity

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Net (A) + Tare (B) = Gross (C)
3
4
2
2
4 The indicator will be set to zero and the Nand Ticons
will appear. Nindicates only Net weight value and T
indicates Tare mode.
2 Position a pallet (or bin) (Tare weight) on forks and raise
forks. The weight of the pallet (or bin) will show on the
indicator.
1 If required, zero the indicator.
3 Press the "TARE" button.
NOTE: If piece count is enabled, press the "TARE"
button two times.
Net – The weight of the load.
Tare – The weight of an unladen load that is not included (pallet, bin, etc).
Gross – The combined weight of the load and unladen load.
To weigh a load (Net weight) but disregard part of the
load (Tare weight), example being a pallet, perform the
following procedure:
NOTE: The indicator must be in normal weighing mode
prior to performing the following procedure.
Procedure continued on next page
Obtaining Net/Tare/Gross Weight
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Unknown Tare Weight Method

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7 8
5
6 The indicator will show the load's weight (Net weight).
7 To view the Gross weight (Tare weight + Net weight),
press the "NET/GROSS" button.
NOTE: If piece count is enabled, the "NET/GROSS"
button is not available.
8 To clear the current Tare weight value, press the "TARE"
button. The indicator will return to Gross weighing
mode.
5 Add a load onto the forks.
Load
"N" icon disappears
and "G" icon appears
"T" icon disappears
Gross Weight
Obtaining Net/Tare/Gross Weight
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Pre-set Tare Weight Method
Obtaining Net/Tare/Gross Weight
4 The indicator will show the preset tare value as a
negative value and the Nand Ticons will appear. N
indicates only net weight is shown and Tindicates Tare
Mode.
2 Press and hold the "TARE" button for 5 seconds.
1 If required, zero the indicator.
3 The indicator will show "key in". Press the "ON/PRINT"
button to continue and view each preset tare value
(up to 6 preset values). An arrow at the bottom of
the screen and its position, shows which preset tare
value. Use the "ON/PRINT" (next) and "TARE" (previous)
buttons to view each preset tare. To select a preset tare
value, press the "NET/GROSS" button.
Procedure continued on next page
PT values:
PT1
PT2
PT3
PT4
PT5
PT6
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PT5
PT4
PT3
PT2
PT1
Preset Tare Designation
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1 2
3
4
Current Preset Value
and arrow position
(PT1 shown)
Select preset
tare value
Preset tare value
View preset
tare values
Toggle to the next ("ON/PRINT"
button) or previous ("TARE" button)
preset tare
"T" icon
and "N"
icon
appears
NOTE: To program tare presets (up to six), refer to the
Appendix section, "Programming Preset Tare Values".

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5
5
"N" icon disappears
and "G" icon appears
Position load
and raise
Weight of load
"T" icon disappears
Gross Weight
5 Position a pallet (or bin) (Tare weight) with load (Net
weight) on forks and raise forks. The weight of the load
will only show on the indicator.
7 To clear the current Tare weight value, press the "TARE"
button. The indicator will exit Tare Mode and return to
Gross weighing mode.
Pre-set Tare Weight Method (continued)
Obtaining Net/Tare/Gross Weight
6 To view the Gross weight (Tare weight + Net weight),
press the "NET/GROSS" button.
NOTE: If piece count is enabled, the "NET/GROSS"
button is not available.

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AUTO SHUT-OFF & BACKLIGHT
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Powering Off Forks
Press and hold the blue button on each battery holder for
ten seconds or until the blinking blue light turns solid (front
face of forks). Release hold on blue button.
1
2
After 5 minutes (default) of no action:
1 On the indicator, a countdown screen shows. Press
any button to cancel auto shut-off and return to normal
weighing mode.
2 After 20 seconds of no further action, "off" will appear on
the screen. The indicator will turn off.
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NOTE: After 2 hours (default) of no weighing, the forks
will turn off. To change the default time, refer to Service
Manual, part no. 6910417 Parameter "B 8".
NOTE: To change the default time, refer to Service Manual,
part no. 6910417, Parameter "A 10".
NOTE: To change the time for the backlight to remain
on (default 1 minute), refer to Service Manual, part no.
6910417, Parameter "A 14".