Degelman M28 User manual

RATE CONTOL SYSTEM
REFERENCE MANUAL
142670 v1.1
DEGELMAN INDUSTRIES LP
BOX 830-272 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE,
REGINA, SK, CANADA, S4P 3B1
FAX [phone] PH 306.543.4447
1.800.667.3545 DEGELMAN.COM
MANURE SPREADER M28/M34
OPTIONAL RATE CONTROL SYSTEM

DEGELMAN INDUSTRIES LP
BOX 830-272 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE,
REGINA, SK, CANADA, S4P 3B1
FAX [phone] PH 306.543.4447
1.800.667.3545 DEGELMAN.COM
IMPORTANT:
READ MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
Introduction / Installing GPS 2
Terminator Box Cable Connection 2
Power On / Main Screen 3
INFO Screen / SETUP Screen 3
Tare Load Cells / Load Spreader 4
Select Product / Insert Desired Rate 4
Begin Spreading 5
End of Run / Use of Stop Button 5
Manual Mode / Reverse Floor 6
Setting Alarms 6
Troubleshooting 8-9
Component Routing Overview
Load Cell Components 10
Rate Control Kit Components 11
Connection Detail Reference
Load Cell Junction Box 12
Sensors Junction Box 13
Installation Reference Photos 14-15
Reference Only Section:
NT8000i Control Module Factory Settings
Introduction & Power On 16
Spreader Setup Screen 17
User Options - Units 17
Tech Config - Load Cell Correction 18
Factory Configurations 18-20
General PF Setup 21
Set Up Products 21
Alarms Setup 22

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Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
The Degelman variable rate control package comes
with the following components:
A. NT8000i Head Unit Control Module
B. Tractor Terminator Box Cable
C. 6M extension Cable
D. GPS KIT
E. RAM Mount for Control Module
F. Digi-Star Manuals & Reference Material
INTRODUCTION
1. First, remove the GPS module from its package.
The bottom of the GPS Module is magnetized to
easily install on a metal roof. If the tractor roof is not
magnetic, a metal plate with adhesive is included.
2. Mount the GPS Receiver on the roof of the tractor.
Try to mount as high as possible with clear view of
sky.
Note: Install as far away from tractor GPS receiver
as possible.
3. Plug the GPS into the TOP PORT of the Control
Module.
INSTALLING GPS
1. Take the Tractor Terminator Box Cable & plug the
“Indicator Connector” into the “Main Connector”
port of the Control Module.
2. Plug the “Power Connector” into the tractor’s power
supply.
3. Connect the “Machine Connector” end of the cable
to the cable coming from the spreader.
Note: If the spreader cable does not reach, use the
6M extension cable provided.
TERMINATOR BOX CABLE CONNECTION
A
B C
E
DMetal Plate
Main Connector
GPS
Connects to
Top Port
Bottom
Port
Rear View of Control Module
Indicator
Connector
Machine
Connector
Power Connector
In/Out of
Work Button
Tractor Terminator
Box Cable

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Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
1. Additional work measurement functions are
displayed on the INFO screen. The picture on the
right explains the INFO screen icons.
INFO SCREEN
1. Push the button to enter the setup menu.
This menu allows you to customize your “USER
OPTIONS” (i.e. Time/Date, Units, Language, &
Brightness) & select you “PRODUCT” (i.e. Light,
Medium & Heavy)
Note: You can add & edit different product names
depending on what you’re spreading.
SETUP SCREEN
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1. Push the power button on the Control Module to turn
it on. The screen will power on & display the main
screen.
Note: Refer to the DIGI-STAR operation manual
provided to walk you through the display screens
more in depth.
2. The picture on the right explains the main screen
icons.
Note: Make sure the “Rate Control” & Dynamic
Weighing Calibration are both set to “AUTO” so
the unit can constantly adjust to different density
materials.
3. The “Min/Max Motor speed indicator” shows the
floor conveyor motor speed. The faster you drive,
the faster the floor conveyor will move. For optimal
performance try to keep the gauge in the middle.
POWER ON / MAIN SCREEN
INFO SCREEN
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SETUP SCREEN
POWER ON / MAIN SCREEN

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Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
1. Load the spreader with as much manure as possible.
This is necessary to determine what type of manure
it is (light, medium, or heavy).
LOAD SPREADER
1. Once the spreader is hooked up & the unit is
powered on the load cells must be set to 0. To do
this first go to the INFO screen.
2. Next, click the “Load Cells Option” button.
3. Ensure that the Spreader is EMPTY & HORIZONTAL.
Push the “TARE” key. This will set the hopper weight
back to 0 lbs.
Note: Ensure that both DYN & AUTO are selected.
TARE LOAD CELLS
Recommended Product Type & K Values for Full
Spreader Loads (M34)
Digi-Star Product Type Fully Loader Spreader T Factor
Light < 10 Tons ≈0.6
Medium 10 - 20 Tons ≈1.3
Heavy 20+ Tons ≈2.0
Typical Application Rate for Different
Types of Manure
Animal Rate (Tons/Acre)
Cow 15 - 20
Pig 15 - 20
Chicken 2 - 5
1. Once the spreader is fully loaded, the proper
product must be selected. To do this, first go to the
SETUP screen (Refer to Setup Screen Step).
2. Next, select the Product key
on the bottom left.
3. Using the arrow keys, select the appropriate product
(light, medium or heavy). Use the table shown to
determine the product type.
SELECT PRODUCT
1. Next, return to the “MAIN” screen,
punch in your desired application
rate, & hit the “Enter” key.
2. The picture on the right shows typical application
rates for different types of manure.
3. The new value will be displayed
in the target window.
INSERT DESIRED RATE

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1. When the spreader is empty turn off the PTO, Close
the gate, & turn off the floor conveyor.
2. The spreader should now be “Out of Work”.
3. The INFO screen will display the amount of Manure
spread & the Area covered during the run.
4. Refill the Spreader & repeat the “Begin Spreading”
Step & “End of Run” Step until complete.
END OF RUN
1. If you want to stop the floor conveyor while
still driving you can use the stop button on the
terminator box cable. This gives you more control
of where you spread. For example, when you reach
the end of your field & still have product left in the
hopper. You can stop the floor conveyor, take the
turn, and then start the floor conveyor again. This
helps eliminate overlap & unintentional manure
coverage.
Note: When the stop button is engaged, the unit
does not count acres.
USE OF STOP BUTTON
Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
1. Now the spreader is ready to spread. Pull the
spreader to its desired location & stop.
2. Start the PTO.
3. Raise the Gate.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the table, the
operator should get the beaters up to speed and
fully open the rear gate. This prevents the spreader
from overworking itself from material being pulled
up against the rear gate. Failure to do so may cause
costly damage or equipment failure.
4. Switch the floor conveyor hydraulics on.
5. Push the Pre Start button
(flow will begin moving)
6. Begin driving.
BEGIN SPREADING
Note: If the floor conveyor does not begin moving
the red stop button on the terminator junction cable
may have been pushed. If so, push the red button to
put the spreader back into work.
In work = on the main screen.
Note: Make sure the “Rate Control” & Dynamic
Weighing Calibration are both set to “AUTO” so
the unit can constantly adjust to different density
materials.
In/Out of
Work Button

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Variable Rate Control Quick-Start
MANUAL MODE / REVERSE FLOOR
To set a “Beater RPM” Alarm to inform you of Beater/
Driveline issues or a ‘Min Hopper Weight’ Alarm to
inform you that you’ve reached the end of your load.
1. Press to select the ‘Setup’ Menu.
2. Select the “ALARMS SETUP” button
at the base of the screen.
3. Select the appropriate alarm threshold using the
arrow keys, and enter the value via the numeric
keypad.
Note: Ensure BEATER 2 RPM Alarm is always set
to 0 RPM. The spreader will not switch into “work
position” if these values are not set to 0.
SETTING ALARMS
Under normal operating conditions you will not need to
select this mode, however, in the event you experience
a problem with automatic control (if for example the
beaters plug or a sensor has stopped working), you
can control the floor chain manually.
1. Select “MAN” from the ‘MAIN’ screen.
Ensure the hydraulics are switched ‘ON’.
2. Press to adjust floor speed.
To maintain the required application rate,
you must maintain a constant forward speed.
Note: To reverse the floor push the “UP” arrow until
the speed indicator is in the optimal range then
reverse the hydraulic flow.
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Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING
In the following section, we have listed some of the problems, causes and solutions that you may encounter. If you
encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this troubleshooting section, please call
your local dealer or distributor. Before you call, have this manual and the serial number from your unit ready.
PROBLEM
Speed displayed on
Rate Control Unit
different from
Tractor Speed
PTO Speed displayed
different from tractor’s
display
Display telling me
to drive abnormally
slow/fast.
Spreader won’t switch
to “In Work”
Floor won’t Start / Stop
(Hydraulic Valve Check)
“Low RPM Alarm”
when beaters are
working properly
CAUSE
Check to see if GPS
wires are damaged.
GPS mounted incorrectly.
GPS Baudrate or GPS
Port are set incorrectly.
PTO sensor wire could
be damaged.
Sensor is blocked.
Sensor distance is off.
Your product ‘T’ factors
may be uncalibrated.
Check to see if GPS
wires are damaged.
GPS mounted incorrectly.
GPS Baudrate or GPS
Port are set incorrectly.
In/Out of work button
off.
Sensor wire damage.
Forgot to push the
“Pre Start” button on
module.
Valve wire damage.
Valve settings incorrect.
Possible coil damage.
Issue with PTO sensor
wire.
Alarm for BEATER 2 is
set at a value, not “0”.
SOLUTION
Inspect wiring to GPS unit and repair/replace if necessary.
Ensure the GPS is mounted properly (Refer to GPS Installation).
Ensure GPS Baudrate and GPS Port set properly (Refer to
“General PF Setup” under NT8000i Control Module Settings).
Check to see if PTO sensor wires are damaged. Fix as needed.
Remove any debris around sensor/magnet.
Ensure magnet is positioned between ¼” to ½” from sensor.
Review “Set Up Products” under the NT8000i Control Module
Settings section of the manual (or reference on next page).
Inspect wiring to GPS unit and repair/replace if necessary.
Ensure the GPS is mounted properly.
Ensure GPS Baudrate and GPS Port set properly (Refer to
“General PF Setup” under NT8000i Control Module Settings).
Decompress the In/Out of work button.
Check to see if any Sensor wires are damaged. Fix as needed.
Ensure you push the “Pre Start” button before you start
spreading.
Check to see if the valve wires are damaged.
Ensure proper settings for Valve. (Refer to “Channels” next page).
If setup correctly, then electronically open/close the valve to see if
the coil is damaged. (Refer to procedeure on next page)
See PTO speed problem above.
Follow procedure under “Setting Alarms” to reset BEATER 2 RPM
values to “0”. (Refer to “Setting Alarms” section)

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Select the “Channels” option under “Factory
Configurations”. Ensure the belt speed channel is
setup with the following settings:
Feedback = 1161 ppr
Response = 100
Deadband = 1.0
Startup Delay = 2.0 sec
Startup PWM = OFF
REFERENCE - “CHANNELS” SETTINGS
Select the “Valve Setup” option under “Channels”
at the bottom of the screen and set the valve options
to the following:
Type =Normal PWM
Min Duty =20.0%
0 RPM
Max Duty =60.0%
6.4 RPM
PWM FREQ =100.0 Hz
REFERENCE - “VALVE SETUP” SETTINGS
Troubleshooting
1. From the “Options Menu” select the “Product”
option on the bottom left. Ensure the settings are
correct for each product option as shown below:
2. Select the “Light Product” option.
Rate =2.0 t/ac
‘T’ Factor =.640 t/rev
3. Select the “Medium Product” option.
Rate =8.0 t/ac
‘T’ Factor =1.5640 t/rev
4. Select the “Heavy Product” option.
Rate =10.0 t/ac
‘T’ Factor =2 t/rev
REFERENCE - “SET UP PRODUCTS” VALUES
1. Select the “Factory Configurations” option from the
“Options Menu”. Enter the PIN #1234 & “Enter”.
2. Navigate first to “Channels” then select the
“Valve Setup” menu option at the bottom.
3. In this menu, select the “Valve Calibration” option &
switch the floor conveyor hydraulics ON in the tractor.
4. Increase the PWM to a point where the Feedback
starts showing a value (this should be at about
20 - 25%). Floor shouldn’t be moving.
Note: If floor is moving or there’s feedback when the
valve is set to 0% that means the valve is stuck open
and the coil most likely needs to be replaced.
5. Continue to Increase the PWM to a point where the
Feedback no longer increases (this should be at about
50 - 60%). The floor should be moving at top speed.
Note: If the Floor is not moving that means the coil in
the solenoid valve needs to be replaced.
“FLOOR WON’T START”- TROUBLESHOOTING - VALVE CALIBRATION / COIL CHECK
If any additional troubleshooting or service is required please phone the Top-Con Hardware Division:
[phone] tasuppor[email protected]

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Component Routing Overview
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55
11
1131763 - Junction Box, 6 Port - Ref #404721 (1)
Main Load Cell Components
2
3
4
5131759 - Cable, 5 PIN -6’ - Ref #407868 (4)
131768 - Hub/Spindle, Weigh Scale (4)
131761 - Weigh Bar, w/cable - Ref #407069 (1)
131764 - Cable, 5 PIN -21’ - Ref #404900 (4)
Rate Control Kit (Refer
to Components Below)
44
44
44
44
33
3333
33
LOAD CELLS - COMPONENT ROUTING OVERVIEW
LOAD CELL COMPONENTS
117541 - Bolt, 7/8 x 7 GR12 (1)
245971 - Bushing (1)
117542 - Bolt, 7/8
x 5 GR12 (1)
118454 - Lock nut, 7/8 (1)
118454 - Lock
nut, 7/8 (1)
131761 - Hitch Weigh Bar w/sensor (1)
245967 - Hitch Tongue Assembly (1)
IMPORTANT:Must be installed
with Arrow pointed upward.
131410 - Bushing (4)
131768 - Hub/Spindle
w/weigh sensor (4)
118447 - Lock nut, 5/8
GRC Unitorque (4)
118164 - Bolt,
5/8 x 7 (4)
J/BOX MOUNTING COMPONENTS
117209 - Lock nut, M4 -
Nylon Insert (3)
117204 - Capscrew,
SHCS M4 (3)
118696 - Flat Washer, 3/16 (3)
131763 - M12
J/Box 6-Port (3)
Load Cell 6-Port J/Box

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Component Routing Overview
2
3
59
6
8
7
4
110
11
12V Source
(power cable
must connect to
12V source)
(end gets cut off
for wiring)
1 7
131781 - Module Unit (1) 131787 - Motor Cable, M12 (1)
Rate Control Components
2 8
3 9
4 10
5 11
6
131785 - Junction Box, Sensor (1) 131792 - Module Mounting Kit (1)
131786 - Sensor Cable Kit, PTO RPM (1)
131784 - Cable, 4M (1) 131791 - GPS Kit (1)
131782 - Module Connection Power Cable (1) 131788 - RPM Sensor Magnet (1)
131783 - Cable, 6M (1) 131790 - Junction Box, Load Cells (1)
131780 - Rate Control Kit
RATE CONTROL KIT - COMPONENT ROUTING OVERVIEW
(connect existing
wiring to J/box)
226652 - Hyd Motor,
c/w Speed Sensor (1)
RATE CONTROL HYDRAULIC MOTOR
246992 - Hose Clamp,
2-1/2 OD (1)
246991 - PTO Speed
Sensor Mounting
Bracket (1)
PTO SENSOR MOUNTING COMPONENTS
J/BOX MOUNTING COMPONENTS
Hardware for Mounting Load Cell and Sensor J/Boxes
118555 - Flat
Washer, 1/4 (4)
118402 -
Nut, 1/4 (4)
117586 - Bolt, 1/4
x 1-1/2 (4)
HYDRAULIC VALVE WIRING REFERENCE
(CONNECT TO EXISTING WIRE)
246517 - Tube, Heat
shrink - 1/2 x 4 (1)
129043 - Crimp,
Butt Splice
- 16 GA (2)
246516 - Wire, 16/2 - 15 ft (1)
141123 -
Replacement
Coil (1)
Connects to wire 246516 from existing
Manure Spreader assembly...
246515 - Flow Control & Wiring Assembly (1)
141121 - Valve,
F/C Brand(1)
141618 - Nipple, 3/4
JIC x 1-1/16 ORB (1)
141617 - Elbow, 3/4
JIC x 1-1/16 ORB (1)

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Connection Detail Reference
LOAD CELLS - CONNECTION DETAILS (J/BOX 131790)
From 6-Port J/BOX
Connections (CON1)
To Sensors J/BOX
Connections
LOAD CELLS J/BOX CONNECTION WIRING
1) Red Wire +EX (+ Excitation)
A- From 6-Port Load Cell J/BOX - Wire 131759 (CON1)
4) Black Wire -EX (- Excitation)
2) White Wire +SIG (+ Signal)
3) Green Wire -SIG (- Signal)
1) Yellow Wire “H” (High)
B- To Sensors J/BOX (comes pre-wired)
2) Green Wire “L” (Low)
3) Red Wire +V (+12V)
4) Blue Wire 0v (0v)
B
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Connection Detail Reference
SENSORS JUNCTION BOX - CONNECTION DETAILS (J/BOX 131785)
J/BOX CONNECTION WIRING
Head Unit Harness
(PL1) 1-18
J/BOX Connections
(PL2) 16-29
J/BOX Connections
(PL2) 1-15
A
B
C
D
1) Blue Wire PL2 - 04 (From Drive Shaft Sensor)
B- From Drive Shaft Sensor
2) Brown Wire PL2 - 07 (From Drive Shaft Sensor)
1) Black Wire PL2 - 01 (From Hyd. Valve)
C- From Exisitng Hyd. Valve Wiring
2) White Wire PL2 - 10 (From Hyd. Valve)
1) Green Wire PL2 - 19 (Load Cell Can LO Signal)
A- From Load Cell J/Box Wire
4) Red Wire PL2 - 29 (Load Cell Can 12v)
2) Yellow Wire PL2 - 20 (Load Cell Can HI Signal)
3) Blue Wire PL2 - 28 (Load Cell Can 0v)
1) Blue Wire PL2 - 02 (From Motor)
D- From Motor
2) Black Wire PL2 - 08 (From Motor)
3) Brown Wire PL2 - 12 (From Motor)
MODULE UNIT CABLE WIRING
1) Yellow/Red Wire PL1 - 03
2) Violet Wire PL1 - 04
3) Brown Wire PL1 - 05
4) Yellow Wire PL1 - 06
5) Turquoise Wire PL1 - 07
6) Green Wire PL1 - 08
7) Orange Wire PL1 - 11
8) Blue Wire PL1 - 12
9) Red Wire
10) White/Red Wire
(12v Power to the PCB)
11) Black Wire
12) Red/Black Wire
(0v to the PCB)
Spade
Crimp +V
Spade
Crimp 0v
4M
The 4m extension cable 131784 is to be connected into
the junction box. The Female end must be removed and the
wires stripped back and wired to the sensor junction box.
IMPORTANT: The end that needs to remain is the end
with the male pins and the cap as per the image above.

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Front J/BOX Locations
LH Spindle Load
Cell Cables
Load Cell Cables
(LH Spindles)
LH Front Spindle
Load Cell Cable
LH Front Spindle
Load Cell Cable
LH Front Spindle
Load Cell Cable
Installation Reference Photos

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RH Load Cell Cables
Front Hitch Load
Cell Cable
Cable to
Module Unit
Cable to
PTO Sensor
Front Hyd Valve
Cable to Rear
Motor
PTO Sensor
Cable
PTO Sensor Bracket
PTO Sensor Clamp
Hyd Valve Wiring
Hyd Motor
Sensor Wiring
Hyd Motor
Sensor Wiring
Front Hitch Load
Cell Cable
Front Hitch
Load Cell Arrow MUST
point UP
Front Hitch Load
Cell Cable
Front Hitch
Tongue Bolt
Hitch Load
Cell Top Bolt
Installation Reference Photos
Magnet must be
spaced 1/4” to 1/2”
from the PTO Sensor

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NT8000i Control Module Settings
1. This document is to ensure that the NT8000i Head
unit is correctly calibrated for our Degelman
Spreaders. The image on the right shows the head
unit and corresponding power cable.
2. Once all the rate control components are installed
onto the Degelman spreader it’s time to calibrate
the Head unit. Plug the “Power Connector” into a
tractor’s power supply.
3. Connect the “Machine Connector” end of the cable
to the cable coming from the spreader.
Note: If the spreader cable does not reach, use the
6M extension cable provided
4. Plug the “Indicator Connector” into the back of the
head unit.
INTRODUCTION
This section of the document is for reference only.
The settings should be pre-configured at the factory.
FOR FACTORY SETUP & TROUBLESHOOTING
Main Connector
GPS
Connects to
Top Port
Bottom
Port
1. Once hooked up, push the power button on the
Head Unit to turn it on. The screen will power on &
display the main screen.
2. The image below shows the button layout of the
head unit and explains which each one does.
POWER ON / MAIN SCREEN
Indicator
Connector
Machine
Connector
Power Connector
In/Out of
Work Button
“Enter” Key
Select “Main” screen
“Setup” key
Access the SETUP menu
‘Sub-menu’ keys
Select “Info” screen
Select “Log” screen
“Backspace” Key
Alpha-numeric
Keypad
SD card slot
behind flap
“Power On/Off”
key
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NT8000i Control Module Settings
1. Hit the “Set up key” which will take you to the
“Options Menu” shown on the Right. Then use the
appropriate submenu key & select “Setup”.
2. Select “Working width” using the appropriate
arrow keys and hitting “Enter”
Enter “45 ft” using the number pad and hit the Enter
key to confirm. Hit “ESC” and return to the Spreader
Setup page.
3. Select “Speed Sensor Factor” using the appropriate
arrow keys and hitting “Enter” .
Use the arrow keys to highlight the GPS option and
hit the Enter key to confirm. Hit “ESC” and return to
the Spreader Setup page.
Note: Ensure the speed factor
is set to 0.3063 (in/pulse).
4. Hit the “ESC” key to return to the “Options Menu”
shown in the Top left image.
SPREADER SETUP SCREEN
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1. Next we need to ensure the unit is setup using the
correct units. From the options list select the “User
Options” line using the number pad.
2. Next, “Customise” => “Units” => scroll down to
“Mile/Acre/tons” & Hit “Enter”.
3. Return to the main “Options Menu”.
(Hit the “ESC” key)
USER OPTIONS - UNITS

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NT8000i Control Module Settings
1. Next, we want to double check the Load Cell
Correction Values.
Select the “Technician Config” option from the
“Options Menu”.
Enter the PIN #1234 & hit “Enter”
2. Select the “Load Cell Correction” option.
Ensure all the values match the ones shown in
images to the right.
3. Return to the main “Options Menu”.
(Hit the “ESC” key)
TECH CONFIG - LOAD CELL CORRECTION
1. In the next several steps, we will adjust the options
under “Factory Configurations”.
Select the “Factory Configurations” option from the
“Options Menu”.
Enter the PIN #1234 & hit “Enter”.
2. Select the “Machine Options” option.
Ensure Channel: 1 is the only channel “IN USE”
with TYPE: PWM.
3. Using the appropriate arrows, ensure Channel: 2 &
Channel: 3 are set to not in use.
4. Press “ESC” to return to the “Factory Config Menu”.
FACTORY CONFIG - “MACHINE OPTIONS”