Integra WEIGH-TRAX User manual

REV. 04
M 890-00198 rev. 08
Hog Sorter Controller
WEIGH-TRAX
User's Manual

FOR CUSTOMER USE
Enter the serial number located on the side
of the controller below for future reference.
Model number:
Serial number:
Weigh Trax
Every effort has been made to ensure that this manual is complete,
accurate and up-to-date. The information contained in it is
however subject to change without notice due to further
developments.

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U
Units
Time units (AM/PM-24h) 33
Weight units (lbs / kg) 32
W
Weight see also Scale
Current animal weights 17
Shipping weight range 27
Sorting weight
Current sorting weight 16
Trigger weight
Principle of operation 16
Settings 42
Weighing process 24–28
Weight display module 15, 24
Weight groups see Groups
Weight information
# of weighings 15
Histories 22
Last weight 15
Today's average weight 15
Today's gain 15
Weight units (lbs / kg) 32
Wiring 10
Technical specifications 52
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 5
1.1 PRECAUTIONS, CARE & MAINTENANCE ............................. 5
1.2 LIST OF SYMBOLS ........................................................... 6
2. TERMS AND SYMBOLS ........................................................... 7
2.1 TERMS RELATED TO THE CONTROLLER .............................. 7
2.2 TERMS RELATED TO THE INSTALLATION LAYOUT ............... 8
3. INSTALLATION ................................................................... 10
3.1 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................. 10
3.2 CONNECTIONS .............................................................. 10
4. CONTROLLER'S OPERATION ................................................. 11
4.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLLER ................... 11
4.2 HOW TO USE THE CONTROLLER ....................................... 11
4.3 HOW THE PARAMETERS ARE GROUPED ............................ 12
4.4 SHORTCUT KEYS ........................................................... 12
5. USING THE CONTROLLER ..................................................... 13
5.1 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION ............................................. 13
5.2 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE ......................................... 14
5.3 MONITORING FUNCTIONS ............................................... 15
5.3.1 Current Information .................................................. 15
5.3.2 Viewing the Animals' Distribution Weight .................... 17
5.3.3 Monitoring the Number Animals ................................. 18
5.3.3.1 Posting the Number of Mortalities ....................................... 18
5.3.3.2 Posting New Animal Entries .............................................. 19
5.3.3.3 Posting the Number of Shipped Animals .............................. 20
5.3.3.4 Posting the Number of Sick & Cured & Dead Animals .......... 21
5.3.4 Histories ................................................................ 22
5.4 STARTING A NEW BATCH ............................................... 23
5.5 WEIGHING & SORTING PROCESS .................................... 24
5.5.1 Training Mode ......................................................... 24
5.5.2 Grow Out Mode ....................................................... 25
5.5.2.1 Alternate Sorting ............................................................... 25
5.5.2.2 Sorting by Weight Groups ................................................. 25
5.5.3 Shipping Mode ......................................................... 26

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5.5.4 Sorting with Paint ................................................... 28
5.6 SCALE'S ON/OFF STATUS .............................................. 29
5.7 ALARM SETTINGS ........................................................ 30
5.7.1 Alarm Log ............................................................... 30
5.7.2 Acknowledging an Alarm ........................................... 31
5.8. INSTALLATION SETTINGS .............................................. 32
5.8.1 Controller's Main Settings .......................................... 32
5.8.2 Weight Groups ........................................................ 34
5.8.3 Scale Settings ......................................................... 39
5.8.3.1 Scales' Common Settings .................................................. 39
5.8.3.2 Scales' Specific Settings ................................................... 42
5.8.4 Scale Calibration ...................................................... 45
5.9. TROUBLESHOOTING MENU ............................................ 46
6. MANUAL MODE .................................................................. 48
7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .................................................. 49
8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 52
9. MEMORY CARD .................................................................. 53
INDEX .................................................................................... 55
LIST OF TABLES & FIGURES
Figure 1: Controller's Faceplate ............................................................. 7
Figure 2: Room Layout ........................................................................ 7
Figure 3: Training Mode & Entry Gate Exercise ...................................... 24
Figure 4: Grow Out's Weighing Process ............................................... 25
Figure 5: Sorting Process in Shipping Mode .......................................... 26
Figure 6: Weight groups .................................................................... 34
Figure 7: Absolute Group Size's Definition ........................................... 35
Figure 8: Relative Group Size's Definition (%) ....................................... 36
Figure 9: Bumping Process ................................................................. 41
Figure 10: Feed Courts ...................................................................... 44
Figure 11: Scale Switches .................................................................. 48
Table 1: Short-Cut Keys ..................................................................... 12
Table 2: Alarm Log ............................................................................ 30
Table 3 Types of Weighing Errors and Alarms ....................................... 46
Table 4: Last Operation Performed by the Scale ..................................... 47
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Programs
Safety backup see Memory card
R
Reset time 33
Room
Activation 32
Definition & layout 8
Feed courts 9
General population 8
S
Safety backup see Memory card
Scale see also Weight
Activating the scales 32
Bumping
Principle of operation 41
Settings 39–41
Calibration 45
Definition 8
Entry/Exit gates see Gates
Manual switches 48
Scales' current information 15–16
Settings 29, 39–44
Status 16
Turning the scales On/Off 29
Weight information see Weight
Serial number 2
Shipping
Holding area see Holding area
Operation & settings 20, 26–27
Posting up # of shipped animals 20
Shipping door 9
Shortcut keys 12
Sick animals 21
Sort
Alternate sorting
Principle of operation 25
Settings 43
Sorting by weigh
Principle of operation 25
Settings 43
Viewing current sorting lim-
its 17
Viewing current sorting
weight 16
Sorting for shipment see
Shipping
Sorting with paint see Paint
output
Stick see Memory card
Switches 48
Symbols of the manual 6
T
Technical specifications 52
Time
Setting time and date 14
Time display units 33
Time of reset 33
Time of reset 33
Training mode 15
Principle of operation 24
Settings 43
Transfer
Configuration transfer 53
Transfer error 54
Trigger weight
Principle of operation 16
Settings 42
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting guide 49
Troubleshooting menu 46

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mode 43
Status 16
Trigger weight 16, 42
Exit gate See also Sort
Gate swing time in training mode 43
Sort mode (alt/weight) 25, 43
Sorting weight 16
Status 16
Manual control 48
One-way gate 9, 26
General population 8
Groups
Activation & settings 37
Current information 17
Group sizes 34–38
Absolute size 35
Relative size (%) 36
Principle of operation 34–38
Viewing current limits btwn
groups 17
Grow out
Principle of operation 25
H
Histories 22
Hogs see Animals
Holding area
Definition 9
Holding area's information 16
Average weight in the holding area
Number of animals in hold
Total weight in the holding area
Hot keys 12
I
Illness 21
Installation 10
K
Keys
Adjustment keys 7
Arrow keys 7
Shortcut keys 12
M
Manual mode 48
Memory card 53
Modes
Current mode 15
Grow out mode see Grow out
Manual mode 48
Shipping see Shipping
Training see Training mode
Mounting instructions 10
N
Night see Day / Night
O
One-way gate
Definition 9, 26
P
Paint output
Operation 28
Settings 28, 44
Parameter
Adjusting a parameter 11
Pigs see Animals
Problems
Troubleshooting guide 49
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 PRECAUTIONS, CARE & MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Read and save
these instructions!
Safety may be jeopardized if the equipment is used in a manner not speci-
fied by the manufacturer. Carefully read and keep the following instruc-
tions for future reference.
• Although fuses at the input and outputs of the controller protect its
circuits in case of an overload or overvoltage, we recommend installing
an additional protection device on the controller's supply circuit.
• The room temperature where the controller is located must always
remain between 32 °F and 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C). For Indoor use
only !
• To avoid exposing the controller to harmful gases or excessive humidity,
it is preferable to install it in a corridor.
•Do not spray water on the controller! In order to clean the control,
wipe it with a damp cloth.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service
panel and lock the switch disconnecting means to prevent power
from being switched accidentally. When the service disconnect-
ing means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
• The controller should be opened and inspected once a year for mois-
ture. Proper care will extend the life of the control.

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1.2 LIST OF SYMBOLS
Warning. Read the following text carefully; it contains
important information which, if ignored, may cause the
controller to operate improperly.
High Voltage. Hazard of electrical shock. Read the
message and follow the instructions carefully.
Pay attention. The following text contains very useful
information.
Double insulation.
Both direct and alternating current
(AC/DC).
Direct current (DC).
Alternating current (AC).
Earth Ground Terminal
Primarily used for functional earth terminals which are
generally associated with test and measurement cir-
cuits. These terminals are not for safety earthing
purposes but provide an earth reference point.
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INDEX
A
Alarms
Alarm Acknowledgment 31
Alarm log 30
Current alarms 46
No weight alarm delay 40
Animals
# of animals
Histories 22
Posting up # Sick/Cured ani-
mals 21
Posting up the Mortalities 18
Posting up the New Entries 19
Posting up the Shipped Animals 20
Animal age 16
Current weights see also
Weight 17
Starting a new batch 23
B
Backup see Memory card
Batch see Animals
Bumping
Principle of operation 41
Settings 39–40
Buttons see Keys
C
Cage see Scale
Calibration 45
Card
Memory card 53
Clock
Setting the time and date 14
Configuration module see Memory
Card
Connections 10
Controller
Connections 10
General description 11
Mounting instructions 10
Safety backup see Memory card
Serial number 2
Technical specifications 52
Cured animals 21
D
Date
Setting time and date 14
Day / Night
Day/Night no weight delay 40
Day/night start times 32
Display 7
Doors
Gates see Gates
Shipping door 9
E
Entry gate see Gates
Error (transfer) 54
Errors
Weighing errors 46
Exit gate see Gates
F
Feed courts (FC)
Define the heavy side FC 44
Definition & schematic 9
G
Gates
Bumping
Principle of operation 41
Settings 39–41
Entry gate
Entry gate exercice in training

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Mem.Card > Ctrl
+/- to start
Ctrl > Mem. Card
+/- to start
6. Use the up- and down-arrow keys to select the proper type of transfer:
MEMORY CARD CONTROLLER:
To transfer the memory card's content
into the controller, select the
"Mem.Card Ctrl".Once it is se-
lected, simultaneously press the +and
- buttons to start the transfer.
CONTROLLER MEMORY CARD:
To save the controller's configuration
into the memory card, select the "Ctrl
Mem.Card " menu. Once it is se-
lected, simultaneously press +and -
buttons to start the transfer.
7. Once the transfer is over, simultaneously
press and hold the up- and down-arrow keys
for 5 seconds to exit the transfer menu, then
remove the memory card from the connec-
tor as follows:
- Turn off power to the controller;
- Open the controller's cover;
- Remove the card from the connector;
- Close the cover then reapply power to
the controller.
8. Lock the card’s switch ( ) if required.
IMPORTANT:
REMOVE THE
MEMORY CARD
FROM THE
CONNECTOR WHEN
THE TRANSFER
IS OVER!
TRANSFER ERROR
The controller will not warn you if the transfer is incorrect.
Respect the following rules to make sure the transfer works properly:
• Make sure the card switch is at the unlocked position before
transferring a configuration on the card.
• Do not move or hold the card while a transfer is ongoing.
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AShortcut Keys. These 6 buttons allow the user to step quickly to the
special predefined functions on display B.
BDisplay. Shows the current parameter or reading.
CArrow keys (navigation buttons). The up and down arrow keys are
used to scroll within a function menu. The right arrow key is used to
select a menu option. The left arrow key is used to return to the previous
menu display.
DAdjustment Buttons. These two push-buttons allow the user to adjust
the value of the parameter shown on display B.
Figure 1: Controller's Faceplate
2. TERMS AND SYMBOLS
2.1 TERMS RELATED TO THE CONTROLLER
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2.2 TERMS RELATED TO THE INSTALLATION LAYOUT
Room:
A room is divided in three compartments : the general population
compartment and 2 feed courts. Each room has a scale; thus, the number
of rooms in the barn corresponds to the number of activated scales.
Scale:
The hog scale weighs the animals and sends them towards the proper feed
court.
General population:
The general population zone is the largest section of the room. Its loose
housing makes it the pigs' comfort zone. Animals in this zone must pass
through the scale to be weighed then sent in the proper feed court.
Figure 2: Room Layout
GENERAL
POPULATION
SCALE
LEFT
FEED COURT
ONE-WAY
GATE
SHIPPING DOOR
ONE-WAY
GATE
ROO
M
RIGHT
FEED COURT
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A MAXIMUM OF 500 PIGS
CAN BE HANDLED BY A SCALE
IN A SINGLE ROOM.
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9. MEMORY CARD
The memory card is used to create a backup copy of your controller's
configuration. The card is also useful to transfer the configuration of one
controller to another controller of the same type.
The switch at the bottom of the card is used to lock or to unlock the card
(= locked, = unlocked).
Turn off power each time you open the controller's
enclosure. This prevents accidental exposure to areas
of high voltage.
TO TRANSFER A CONFIGURATION:
1. Turn off power to the controller.
2. Open the latch and lift the controller's
cover.
3. If you are about to copy the
controller's configuration on the
memory card, make sure the card's
switch is at the unlocked position.
4. Insert the card in the J9 connector
located on the electronic board inside
the controller. Components of the
memory card must face down as il-
lustrated.
5. Close the cover then reapply power
to the controller. The transfer menu
should be shown on screen (if this is
not the case, simultaneously press the
up- and down-arrow keys for 3 sec-
onds to display this menu).
Electronic
Board
Memory Card
Card Switch
Connector
J9

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8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type WEIGH-TRAX
Main supply fuse F1 1A, fast-blow
Mains supply/frequency 115/230V±10%, 50/60Hz
14Vdc output 14 Vdc ±10%, regulated, 250mA max.
14Vdc output fuse F2 1A, fast-blow
Alarm Relay 10mA to 2A, 24 Vac or dc max.
Housing IP54, plastic casing
Operating temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature -15 to 50°C (32 to 104°F)
Ambient relative humidity max. 95%
Pollution degree 2
Altitude Up to 2000m
Installation Category: Class II
The room temperature where the controller is located must always
remain between 32oand 104oF (0oand 40oC).
For indoor use only.
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Left / Right Feed Courts:
The animals are sent towards a feed court when they exit from the scale.
These courts allows giving different feed diets that matches the pigs' weight.
They are also used to separate pigs during the shipping mode (see Holding
Area below).
Holding Area:
The holding area is the feed court in which the pigs are gathered when they
are ready to be shipped. When the control is in shipping mode, the heavy
side feed court automatically becomes the holding area.
One-Way Gate:
Animals must pass through a one-way gate to return in the general popula-
tion compartment after their passage in the feed court. The holding area's
one-way gate must be closed when the controller is in shipping mode.
Shipping Door:
This door is used to deliver the animals. It must be located in the heavy side
feed court (holding area).

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3. INSTALLATION
3.1 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Remove the four screws in the front cover and lift the cover. Remove the
black caps located on the three mounting holes. Mount the enclosure to
the wall using three screws. Be sure the electrical knockouts are at the
bottom of the enclosure in order to prevent water from entering the con-
troller. Insert the screws into the mounting holes and tighten. Fasten the
black caps onto the mounting holes.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
To connect the controller, refer to the wiring diagram enclosed with this
user's manual. Use the electrical knockouts provided at the bottom of the
enclosure. Do not make additional holes in the enclosure, particularly on
the side of the enclosure when using a computer communications module.
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All wiring must be done by an authorized electrician and
must comply with applicable codes, laws and regula-
tions. Be sure power is off before doing any wiring to
avoid electrical shocks and equipment damage.
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Do not install rigid conduit into electrical knockouts.
Only nylon cable glands are permitted for cable or wire
fastening.
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The controller has no power-on switch. An external
switch or circuit breaker shall be included in the
building installation to interrupt power to L and N
electric power lines. It shall be in close proximity to the
equipment and within easy reach of the operator. It
shall be marked as the disconnecting device for the
equipment.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Weighing
Error scale X
- A pig has died in the
scale or too much manure
has accumulated on the
scale.
- Clean the scale
- Problem with the entry
gate or the exit gate.
- Try to move both gates manu-
ally with the switches on the
scale. Remove any obstacles
preventing the gates from
moving freely.
- No pigs have gone
through the scale within
the specified weighing
interval.
- Something is wrong with the
scale. Try moving the gates
manually. If they work well,
make sure that the
No Weight
Delay
is not too short.

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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The weight
measured by the
scale is consist-
ently heavier
than the actual
weight
Communication
error Scale X.
- The wiring is incorrect. - Check wiring between main
controller and scales. The red
light in each scale should be
flashing. The red light (LED2)
should be flashing in the main
controller.
- The calibration weight
is incorrect.
- Re-calibrate the scale. Make
sure the scale is supported by
both load cells and that noth-
ing is lodged under the weigh
scale.
The exit gate is
not moving in
manual mode
- The entry gate switch
must be put in manual
mode.
- Place the entry gate at the
desired position (open or
closed), then the exit gate will
move to the desired position.
When no
animals are on
the scale, the
Actual weight
shown is not 0.
- This is normal. - As long as the weight is less
than 10 lbs (4.5 kg), the
controller will consider this a
normal accumulation of
manure on the scale and take
it into account when weigh-
ing animals.
Display modules
are dim or do
not light up
- The wiring is incorrect. - Check the wiring between the
main controller and all the dis-
play modules. There should
be between 8 and 15 volts
DC between terminals 1 and
4 of the Modules terminal.
- Fuse F2 blown in main
controller
- Replace with a 1 Amp, fast-
blow fuse.
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4. CONTROLLER'S OPERATION
4.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLLER
The WEIGH-TRAX is an electronic device that is used to weigh and sort
pigs through the whole growing process. The controller suits each and
every step of the animals' growth; it starts with a training mode, then
enters in grow out mode to finally end with the shipping process.
The controller sorts the animals according to the weight group to which
they belong and automatically adjusts the weighing limits that separates
these weight groups as the pigs are growing. This way, the user has access
to all information about how spread apart the pigs' weights without having
to change the weight limits over time.
4.2 HOW TO USE THE CONTROLLER
The WEIGH-TRAX controller has been designed with the user in mind.
Thus, great care has been put into making the user interface as easy to
understand as possible. The following paragraphs explain the way the
parameters are organized and how to adjust them.
There are 2 types of values which may be seen on the display (Fig.1, Item
B): Readings and Parameters.
A Reading is a value which may not be changed by the user.
A Parameter is a value which may be changed by the user.
When a value on the display flashes, this means that it is a
parameter which may be adjusted by the user.
If the value does not flash, it is a reading, or a parameter which
is locked.
To change the value of a parameter, simply use the adjustment buttons
(Fig.1, Item D). Pressing the + button increases the parameter's value,
and pressing the - button decreases the parameter's value.

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4.3 HOW THE PARAMETERS ARE GROUPED
All parameters and readings are grouped into logical groups called func-
tions. Functions are selected using the arrow keys (Fig.1, item C) or by
stepping through the function menus. To scroll the options within a menu,
use the up and down-arrow keys (Fig.1 item C). If a menu has
more than two items, the display scrolls to show additional items. Use the
right-arrow key to select a menu option. Use the left-arrow key to
return to the previous menu.
4.4 SHORTCUT KEYS
These 6 buttons allow the user to quickly step to the special predefined
functions on display. The table below shows the destination of these keys.
Table 1: Short-Cut Keys
Short-cut Ke ys De stina tion
1Scale1
2Scale2
3Scale3
4Scale4
5 Alarm Log
6 Alarm Acknowledge
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The main
controller
does not turn
on.
- Fuse F1 is blown. - Replace the fuse.
- The wiring is incorrect. - Turn power off.
- Remove all wires from the
MODULE terminals of the
main controller.
- Wait 2 minutes.
- Apply power to the main
controller : If the controller
starts then there is a wiring
problem.
- Fix the wiring.
The weight
measured by the
scale is consis-
tently lighter
than the actual
weight
- Scale is too low. - The scale was installed too
low and the bottom of the
weighing cage is touching the
frame. The cage should be
raised.
- Manure has
accumulated under the
scale or on an object
has lodged itself under
the weigh cage.
- Remove any object from un-
der the scale.
- A support bolt has
become loose
- Make sure that the scale is
supported by both load cells
and that and there is no "float-
ing" hook at the end of the
rod.
- The calibration is
incorrect
- Re-calibrate the scale. Make
sure the scale is supported
by both load cells and that
nothing is lodged under the
weigh scale.

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6. MANUAL MODE
Two switches are located on the scale's frame. These switches allow posi-
tioning the scale's entry and exit gates.
Whenever the left switch does not select the "AUTO" position, both entry
and exit gates become controlled manually following both switches positions.
When entering the manual mode, the entry gate moves first. The exit gate
then moves after a 6 second delay.
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LEFT SWITCH:
RIGHT SWITCH: The exit gate is only controlled manually when
the left feed switch does not select the "AUTO" position.
Both gates are controlled automatically by the controller.
Both gates are controlled manually. The entry gate
closes and the exit gate goes to the position that is
selected by the right switch
Both gates are controlled manually. The entry gate opens
and the exit gate goes to the position that is selected
by the right switch
The exit gate opens towards the left feed court (only if
the left switch is not in the "AUTO" position).
The exit gate closes (only if the left switch is not in the
"AUTO" position).
The exit gate opens towards the right feed court (only
if the left switch is not in the "AUTO" position).
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Figure 11: Scale Switches
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5. USING THE CONTROLLER
5.1 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION
These are the basic steps to start up your hog sorter controller. For detailed
information, refer to the next sections of this manual.
1. Refer to the wiring diagram enclosed with this manual to connect scales
to the controller. Set the dipswitches of the scales and display mod-
ules as shown on the diagram.
2. Power up the controller.
3. Adjust the Date and Time (see sec. 5.2).
4. Select the "8. Installation" menu and set the following settings:
a) Select the "1. Settings" menu and adjust the main settings of the
controller (see sec. 5.8.1). At this point the red pilot light (LED 2)
located on the bottom board inside the controller box should flash.
The red pilot light of each scale and display module should flash as
well, if it does not, check the wiring.
b) Select the "2. Weight Groups" menu and set the weight group
parameters. (see sec. 5.8.2).
c) Select the "3. Scale Settings" menu and adjust the settings (main
and general settings) of each scale separately (sec. 5.8.3).
d) Select the "4. Scale Calibr." menu and calibrate each scale indi-
vidually (see sec. 5.8.4).
5. Adjust the specific settings of each scale. Select the desired scale
from the main menu "X. Scale x". and set the following parameters:
a) Select the "3. # of animals" menu and enter the proper number of
animals for each scale (see sec. 5.3.3.1).
6. Start the batch of each scale (see sec. 5.4).
7. Activate every scale (see sec. 5.6).

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5.2 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
Select "1. Date/Time" from the main
menu. Press the right-arrow key three
times. The year begins to flash. Use
the adjustment buttons to set the
year. (Note that the date format may
vary depending on the controller's
configuration.)
Press the right-arrow key. The month
flashes on the display. Use the
adjustment buttons to set the month.
Press the right-arrow key. The day
flashes on the display. Use the
adjustment buttons to set the day.
Press the right-arrow key. The hour flashes on the display. Use the
adjustment buttons to set the hour.
Proceed in similar fashion to set minutes and seconds.
Press the left-arrow as many time as required to exit this menu.
1. Date/Time
Date: 2003/02/09
Time: 15:23:41
Hog Sorter VX.X
1. Date/Time
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Last Step:
Show the last step that was performed before the error or alarm oc-
curred (refer to table 4 below).
# Not leaving:
Total number of type 1 errors (refer
to table 3).
# Entry gate:
Total number of type 2 errors (refer
to table 3).
# Exit gate:
Total number of type 3 errors (refer
to table 3).
1-9 Errors:
Total number of consecutive errors.
Reset:
Select "Yes" to reset all error counters.
Step Entry Gate Exit Gate Meaning
0 Opened Closed The scale waits for the arrival of an animal.
1 Closed Closed The enty gate closes once an animal is in the
scale.
2 Closed Closed The scale weighs a pig.
3 Closed Opened The exit gate is opened to let the pig out.
4 Closed Opened The scale waits for the animal to leave the scale.
5 Closed Closed Once weighing process is over and the pig
left the scale, the exit gate closes.
Table 4: Last Operation Performed by the Scale
Last Step: 0
# Not leaving: 0
# Entry gate: 0
# Exit gate: 0
1 Errors: 0
2 Errors: 0
...
9. Errors: 0
Reset? No

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5.9. TROUBLESHOOTING MENU
The troubleshooting menu gives the status of the current errors and alarms.
Select "9.Trouble Shoot." from the main menu using the up and down-
arrow keys then press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the de-
sired scale "x. Scale x" then press the
right-arrow key. The troubleshooting
menus are displayed as follows:
Current Error:
This menu shows the type of error or the type of alarm that is currently
detected. An alarm is set off after 10 consecutive errors of any type
(type 1, 2 or 3). The alarm code refers to the 10th error code (table 3
describes weighing errors/alarms of type 1-3).
Current Error: 5
Last Step: 0
# Not leaving: 0
# Entry gate: 0
Error &
Alarm Types Meaning
Type 1 A pig does not leave the scale.
Type 2 Problem with the entry gate:
- A pig obstructs the enty gate
- The entry gate actuator is defective
Type 3 Problem with the exit gate:
- A pig obstructs the exit gate
- The exit gate actuator is defective
Table 3 Types of Weighing Errors and Alarms
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5.3 MONITORING FUNCTIONS
5.3.1 Current Information
Hint : The following menu can quickly be accessed by pressing
the corresponding shortcut key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
proper scale from the main menu then
press the right-arrow key.
Press the right-arrow key once again
to select the "1. Information" menu.
The following pieces of information
are displayed:
Mode:
Current operating mode (Training,
grow out, shipping or manual Mode).
Last Weight:
Most recent weight that was mea-
sured. The same weight value is
displayed on the weight display
module.
# of Weighings:
Number of weighings that have been
performed today since the last Time
of Reset .
Not accessible from the training mode.
Average Today:
Shows today's average pig weight since the last Time of Reset .
Not accessible from the training mode.
Gain Today:
Shows today's average pig weight gain since the last Time of Reset .
Not accessible from the training mode.
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2. Scale 1 Menu
1. In ormation
2.1 Scale 1 In o
Growout mode
Manual mode status
Last weight: 0
# weighed: 0
Average weight: 0
Gain Today:
Animal Age: 1
Sorting weight: 0
Holding Area: None
# o animals 0
Total weight 0
Avg weight 0
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Animal Age:
Current animal age. Refer to section 5.4 to modify this value.
Sorting Weight:
Weight at which the exit gate switches towards the heavy side feed court.
Refer to section 5.8.3 to modify this value.
Displayed when the controller is in Growing or Shipping Mode and when the alternate
sorting function is disabled (see sec. 5.8.3). Note also that the sorting weight is not
displayed on day 1 of the Grow Out mode since no weighing value is registered that
day.
Holding Area: # of Animals:
Current number of animals in the holding area.
Displayed when the controller is in Shipping Mode, when no partial shipment has been
done (sec. 5.5.3).
Holding Area: Total Weight
Total weight of the animals in the holding area.
Displayed when the controller is in Shipping Mode, when no partial shipment has been
done (sec. 5.5.3).
Holding Area: Avg Weight
Average weight of the animals in the holding area.
Displayed when the controller is in Shipping Mode (sec. 5.5.3)
Trigger Weight:
Current trigger weight. The entry gate closes when this weight is attained.
The trigger weight automatically increases over time as pigs are growing.
Refer to section 5.5 for further information on the weighing process.
Scale status:
Shows the scale's ongoing operation
Enter : The controller waits for an animal to enter in the scale.
(This status is automatically selected whenever an alarm
is active.)
Close: The entry or exit gate is closing;
Weigh: An animal is currently being weighed;
Open: The exit gate is opening to let the animal out;
Wait: The controller is waits for the animal to leave the scale.
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8.4 Scale calib
x. Scale x
8. Installation
4. Scale Calibr.
5.8.4 Scale Calibration
Each scale must be calibrated regularly. We recommend calibrating the
scales between each batch for a maximum accuracy.
Select "8. Installation" from the main menu using the up and down-
arrow keys then press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"4. Scale Calibr." menu then press
the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the de-
sired scale "x. Scale x" then press the
right-arrow key. The calibration
weight flashes on the display.
Set the calibration weight to the
desired value (in lbs or in kg,
depending on the chosen units).
Once the calibration weight is prop-
erly set, press the down-arrow key
once. The message "Scale is: empty"
flashes on the display. Make sure the scale is empty then press + for
next step.
Wait until the message "Scale is :
Laden" is displayed. Put the
calibration weight on the scale. A
known weight of at least 50 lbs
(23kg) must be used. For better
results, it is recommended using a
calibration weight of 150 to 200 lbs (68 to 91 kg). Press + once
again. The message "Scale is : Saved" is displayed. The message
"Empty" is then displayed once again. The scale calibration is now
done. Follow the same procedure for each activated scale.
Scale x
Calib weight: 35
Push + or next step
Scale is: Empty
Scale x
Calib weight: 35
Push + or next step
Scale is: Laden
THERE IS NO NEED TO ZERO THE SCALE DURING A BATCH. THIS IS
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Exit Gate Alarm Light
# paint outputs 2
Painting time: 500
Sort limit: Avg
Exit Gate Position:
This is the exit gate's actuator position.
When the gate is completely opened to-
ward the left side court, the gate position
indicates a value lower than 10; when the
gate is completely opened toward the right
side court, the gate position is at least
95; when it is closed, the gate position in-
dicates 50.
Heavy Side:
Select which court is the heavy side feed
court (left or right). A shipping door must
be located in the heavy side feed court
(see figure 2). The right/left sides are de-
fined from the exit gate's point of vue.
Exit Gate's Alarm Position:
The exit gate opens towards the selected
feed court while an alarm is active (heavy
or light side feed court).
# of Paint Outputs:
Select the proper number of paint outputs. Up to two paint outputs can be
enabled. Select "None" to disable this feature.
Painting Time:
Select the output's painting time. It can
be adjusted from 1 to 1,020 ms. Select
"None" to disable this feature.
Sort Limit
When the pigs are sorted according to their weight, a specific weight
group distinguishes the heavy side feed court from the light side. When a
pig's weigh is at or above the this specific weight group, the exit gate
opens towards the heavy side feed court. Otherwise, the exit gate opens
towards the light side feed court. Note that the sort limit automatically
changes over time as the pigs are growing. Refer to section 5.3.1 to look
at the updated sorting weight.
Accessible if pigs are sorted according to their weight (Exit gate mode = Wght).
Exit gate orce 85
Entry gate orc 85
Exit gate pos. 50
Heavy side Le t
Exit Gate Alarm Light
# paint outputs 2
Figure 10: Feed Courts
SCALE
LEFT
RIGHT
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5.3.2 Viewing the Animals' Distribution Weight
Animals are classified according to the weight group to which they belong.
The following menu shows the number and percentage of hogs belonging
to each activated weight group. Refer to section 5.8.2 for further informa-
tion about weight groups.
Use the arrow keys to select the proper scale from the main menu
then press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"2. Weights" menu.
Not accessible in Training Mode neither on
day 1 of the Grow Out Mode since no
weighing value is registered during these
periods.
Light / Heavy side:
Shows the average pig weight in both
feed courts.
Pigs:
Shows the number of pigs belonging
to each weight group. This value is
based on the weighings that have
been done today since the last Time
of Reset .
%:
Shows the percentage of pigs belong-
ing to each weight group. This value
is based on the weighings that have
been done today, since the last Time
of Reset .
From x to y:
Current weight limits between groups
(in lbs or kg).
2.2 Scale 1 weights
Heavy side 130
Light side 94
Heavy
Pigs 6 (%) 3
From 138
Overweight group 2
Pigs 12 (%) 6
From 118 To: 137
Overweight group 1
Pigs 32 (%) 16
From 106 To: 117
Average group
Pigs 100 (%) 50
From 95 To: 105
Underweight group 1
Pigs 48 (%) 24
From 83 To: 94
Underweight group 2
Pigs 2 (%) 1
From 63 To: 82
Light
Pigs 0 (%) 0
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5.3.3 Monitoring the Number Animals
The controller keeps a tally of the number of pigs. The user must post in
every variation in the number of animals. Note that all information regard-
ing the animal inventory is reset at the beginning of each batch.
5.3.3.1 Posting the Number of Mortalities
Use the mortality menus to post up the number of natural deaths and culled
animals. If a sick animal dies, post up this type of mortality in the Sick
Animal menus (sec. 5.3.3.4).
Use the arrow keys to select the
proper scale from the main menu
then press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"3. # of animals" menu. The fol-
lowing menus are displayed:
Mortality - New:
Enter the number of new mortalities
as they occur. The posted value is
validated after an 8 second delay and
returns to zero. It is then added to
today's and total number of mortali-
ties, and removed from the number
of remaining animals.
Mortality - Today:
Shows today's number of mortalities.
Mortality - Total:
Shows the total number of mortalities that have occurred since the
beginning of the batch.
Remaining:
The number of remaining animals is shown at the end of the display.
Remaining animals = Total Entered - Total Mortalities - Total Shipped
- Total Sick.
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2. Scale 1
2. Scale 1 Menu
3. # o animals
2.3 Sc. 1 # o pigs
Mortality
new: 0
Today: 1
Total: 3
...
Remaining: 200
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Use Auto Trigger ?
This function allows an automatic adjust-
ment of the trigger weight as pigs are
growing. It is highly suggested to enable
this function.
# of Training Days:
This is the number of days the scale
remains opened so that pigs get used
walking through it. The training mode is
enabled at the beginning of each batch.
It can be set from 1 to 30 days. Select
"None" to disable this function.
Gate Swing Time:
Select the frequency at which the exit gate position switches from one
side to the other in training mode. The gate swing time ranges from 15 min-
utes to 4 hours (hh:mm).
Entry Gate Exercise:
This function allows opening and closing the entry gate at regular intervals
while the controller is in training mode. Select "Yes" to enable this function.
Exit Gate's Sorting Mode:
When the controller is in Grow Out Mode, the scale can either sort pigs
according to their weight group (Wght.) or it can distribute animals evenly
between right and left feed courts (alt.). Note that no matter the chosen
option, the alternate sorting method is always used on the first day of the
Grow Out Mode.
Entry / Exit Gate Force:
Indicates the force that can be exerted on an animal by the entry and exit
gates; whenever a gate's actuator reaches this pressure, the gate opens,
allowing the animal to withdraw. It is NOT recommended to change this
value unless the gates open in an erratic matter: in this case, increase the
force 1 step at a time up until the situation is rectified. If a gate does not
open while an animal is blocking it, decrease the force 1 step at a time up
until the situation is rectified.
Auto Trigger ? Yes
# training days 5
Gate Swing Time 4:00
Entry Gate Exer Yes
Exit gate mode: Wght.
Exit gate orce 85
Entry gate orc 85
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8. Installation
x. Scale x
8. Installation
3. Scale Settings
5.8.3.2 Scales' Specific Settings
The following parameters must be set separately for each activated scale.
Select "8. Installation" from the main menu using the up and down-
arrow keys. Press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"3. Scale Settings" menu then press
the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the de-
sired scale "x. Scale x" then press the
right-arrow key.
Use the adjustment buttons to set the
following parameters:
Actual weight:
This is the current weight readout as
measured by the scale. The current
weight should not exceed 9 lbs (4kg)
when the scale is empty. A weight
offset of 9 lbs (4 kg) or less does not
affect the precision of the scale; the
scale automatically take into account
the weight offset.
If the empty scale weight exceeds
9lbs (4kg), clean the scale; if the
empty scale weight still exceeds 9lbs
(4kg) after having been cleaned,
recalibrate it.
Absolute Minimum Trigger Weight:
The entry gate will never close when the detected weight is lower
than this value. If the automatic trigger function is disabled, this value
is considered as being the trigger weight. It can be adjusted from 22 to
440 lbs (10 to 200 kg)
8.3.x Sc.x settings
Actual weight: 0
Abs. min weight 44
Auto Trigger ? Yes
# training days 5
Gate Swing Time 4:00
Entry Gate Exer Yes
Exit gate mode: Wght.
Exit gate orce 85
Entry gate orc 85
Exit gate pos. 50
Heavy side Le t
Exit Gate Alarm Light
# paint outputs 2
Painting time: 500
Sort limit: Avg
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5.3.3.2 Posting New Animal Entries
Use the arrow keys to select the
proper scale from the main menu then
press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"3. # of animals" menu. Use the
down-arrow key to display the follow-
ing menus:
Entered - New:
Enter the number of new animal en-
tries as it occurs. The posted value is
validated after an 8 second delay and
returns to zero. It is then added to
today's and total number of entries,
and added to the number remaining
animals.
Entered - Today:
Shows today's number of new animal entries.
Entered - Total:
Shows the total number of animal entries since the beginning of the
batch.
Remaining:
The number of remaining animals is shown at the end of the display.
Remaining animals = Total Entered - Total Mortalities - Total Shipped
- Total Sick.
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2. Scale 1
2. Scale 1 Menu
3. # o animals
2.3 Sc. 1 # o pigs
Entered
new: 0
today: 15
total: 205
...
Remaining: 200

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5.3.3.3 Posting the Number of Shipped Animals
Use the arrow keys to select the
proper scale from the main menu then
press the right-arrow key.
Use the arrow keys to select the
"3. # of animals" menu. Use the
down-arrow key to display the follow-
ing menus:
Shipped - New:
Enter the number of animals that
have been shipped today. The
posted value is validated after an
8 second delay and returns to zero.
It is then added to today's and total
number of shipped animals, and re-
moved from the number of remain-
ing animals.
Shipped - Today:
Shows today's number of new animal entries.
Shipped - Total:
Shows the total number of animal entries since the beginning of the
batch.
Remaining:
The number of remaining animals is shown at the end of the display.
Remaining animals = Total Entered - Total Mortalities - Total Shipped
- Total Sick.
2.3 Sc. 1 # o pigs
Shipped
new: 0
today: 2
total: 5
...
Remaining: 200
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2. Scale 1
2. Scale 1 Menu
3. # o animals
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An alarm is set off whenever the whole bumping process (weighing + bump- ing + Scale Reset Timer) is performed 10 times in a row. The scale then becomes locked in its current position until the alarm is acknowledged.
Figure 9: Bumping Process
THE PIG IS STILL
IN THE SCALE. THE EXIT
GATE BUMPS IT.
BUMP DELAY BUMP
INTERVAL
BUMP
BUMP
INTERVAL
BUMP
INTERVAL
PIG LEAVE DELAY
A PIG HAS
BEEN WEIGHED;
THE EXIT GATE OPENS.
BUMP BUMP
SCALE’S RESET TIME
IF THE PIG IS STILL IN THE SALE,
BOTH GATES OPEN TO LET
OTHER PIGS ENTER.
THE EXIT GATE CLOSES;
THE ENTRY GATE REMAINS OPENED;
THE SCALE’S OPERATION
IS RESUMED.
BUMPING PROCESS
OR IF THE PIG EXITS FROM
THE SCALE