Intelligent Weighing Technology AGS-6000BL User manual

A Higher Level of Precision…A Higher Level of
Performance
AGS SERIES
ELECTRONIC WEIGHING SCALE
OPERATION MANUAL
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE SCALE
JUNE 2016 REV 1
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Specifications subject to change without prior notice
CONTENTS
CAUTIONS
1. INSTALLATION
2. SPECIFICATIONS
3. KEYBOARD LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION
4. INITIAL SETUP
5. INSTRUCTION FOR USE
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING
7. DAILY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTIONS
1. This unit is legal for trade only when it is sealed
(and/or stamped) and bearing a serial number. Do not
attempt to break the seal (or stamp) affixed to this
scale or remove the serial number. Contact your dealer
for more information and after sales service. (Not
available in USA)
2. For most accurate weighing result, do not use this
scale in where or when the environment condition falls
beyond as those listed on SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Do not attempt to open this unit or conduct any trouble
shootings other than those listed on TROUBLE
SHOOTING.
4. Do not use this scale for chemical substances or in
any environment that contains chemical vapor.
5. Precision measuring instrument, handle with care.
6. Do not open scale. No user serviceable parts inside.

1. INSTALLATION
1.1 Check and make sure that the following accessories
are included:
Operation Manual x 1
Scale x 1
Stainless steel platter x 1
Power adaptor x 1
Dust Cover x 1
Contact your dealer if any item is missing.
1.2 Place the stainless steel platter on the scale.
1.3 Power on the scale
a. Before charging the scale or power on with the
adaptor supplied. Please make sure the input
voltage listed on the back of the adaptor matches
with the local voltage. If not, do not use it
and contact your dealer immediately.
b. Before first time use, charge the scale for at
least 8 hours to ensure the best performance.

2. SPECIFICATIONS
Model No.
Capacity
(Max)
Division (e)
OIML
Non-OIML
Extended
AGS-1500
1500g
0.5g
0.2g
0.05g
AGS-3000
3000g
1g
0.5g
0.1g
AGS-6000
6000g
2g
1g
0.2g
AGS-15K
15kg
0.005kg
0.002kg
0.0005kg
AGS-30K
30kg
0.01kg
0.005kg
0.001kg
Tare Range
Full Tare Range
Power-on
Zero Range
±10% Max
Zero Range
±2% Max
Min. Load
20e*
Power Source
By Built-in Rechargeable Battery or AD/DC
Power Adaptor
Operating
Environment
0o~40oC (32o~104oF),
Non-condensed. R.H.≦85%
Specifications subject to change without notice
NOTE 1:
OIML = Legal for trade (1/3000)
Non-OIML = Not legal for trade (1/6000~1/7500)
NOTE 2:
Extended Display Function does not support avoirdupois
weight units (lb/lb and lb/oz)

3. KEYBOARD LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION
1. OFF KEY
Press this key to turn scale off
2. ON/ZERO KEY
Press this key to turn scale on or set weight to zero
3. MODE KEY
Press this key to shift among different weight units
and/or turn backlight on/off
4. TARE KEY
Press this key to tare off the weight of a container.
5. FUNCTION KEY
Press this key to enter counting function or percentage
function

6. SAMPLE KEY
Press this key to sample the weight place on the platter
and engage the counting function or percentage function
7. MODE INDICATOR
This indicator shows current weight unit or operating
mode engaged
8. ZERO INDICATOR
This indicator appears to indicate a zero weight status
9. NET INDICATOR
This indicator appears to indicate the tare function
is in operation and weight displayed is net weight
10. LO-BAT INDICATOR
When this indicator appears, recharge the scale
immediately. Failure to do so may cause unrecoverable
damage to the rechargeable battery inside scale

4. INITIAL SETUP
4.1 PLACING THE SCALE
In order to obtain an accurate weighing result, the scale
must be placed on a strong and level surface.
If required, adjust the adjustable feet underneath scale
to obtain a level position. Refer to the bubble indicator
for leveling condition.
4.2 INTERNAL SETTING
4.2.1 Display Segment Check
User can enter this function to check to see if the display
and backlight (if purchased) are functioning properly.
a. Scale is off
b. Press and hold TARE, then press ON/ZERO
c. Scale displays F.1
d. Press TARE once
e. Scale displays F.2
f. Press MODE and all segments will light up to allow
user to check the condition of display
g. Press TARE for next function setup or ON/ZERO to
restart the scale

4.2.2 Select Auto Power Off Setting
The scale is equipped with Auto Power Off Function. The
scale will power off automatically if it is not used
for 4 minutes. Follow the below steps to enable/disable
Auto Power Off Function.
a. Scale is off
b. Press and hold TARE, then press ON/ZERO
c. Scale displays F.1
d. Press TARE three times
e. Scale displays F.4
f. Press MODE to shift between 0._OFF and 4._OFF
-To enable Auto Power Off Function, press TARE when
4._OFF appears
-To disable Auto Power Off Function, press TARE when
0._OFF appears
g. Press ON/ZERO to restart the scale or TARE for next
function setup
4.2.3 Select Auto Tare Function
This scale is equipped with auto tare function which
tares off the initial weight automatically when this
function is engaged. The tare weight is automatically
cleared when everything is removed from platter.
a. Scale is off

b. Press and hold TARE, then press ON/ZERO
c. Scale displays F.1
d. Press TARE six times
e. Scale displays F.9
f. Press MODE to select between “Tr_on” or “TroFF”
-To enable Auto Tare Function, press TARE when Tr_on
appears
-To disable Auto Tare Function, press TARE when TroFF
appears
g. Press ON/ZERO to confirm and restart the scale or
TARE for next function setup

5. INSTRUCTION FOR USE
5.1 BEFORE WEIGHING
Make sure that:
a. The stainless steel platter is placed correctly on
top of load receptor.
b. The scale is placed on a level and strong surface.
c. The scale is turned on.
d. The ZERO INDICATOR is on. If not, press ON/ZERO to
set display to zero.
5.2 WEIGHING
a. Always place an object onto the platter gently.
Excessive force applied to platter may cause damages
to sensor inside scale.
b. The weight of the object would be displayed
automatically.
c. It is a good practice to remove all loads from platter
after weighing. It would prolong the lifetime of
scale.

5.3 SELECT WEIGHT UNIT
Press MODE to shift between metric or avoirdupois weight
units. The weight unit used before power off would be
employed when the scale is turned on again.
NOTE:
To comply with the law of certain countries and certain
approval requirements, the avoirdupois weight units may
be disabled. Contact your dealer for more information.
5.4 SET BACKLIGHT
Follow the below steps to turn on and off backlight (if
purchased).
a. Scale is on
b. Press and hold ON/ZERO until backlight is activated;
or press MODE to shift between metric and avoirdupois
weight to turn on and off backlight
5.5 SMART POWER SAVING FUNCTION
The backlight function will turn off when constant/zero
weight is detected and remains stable for about 20/10
seconds.
Backlight will be automatically turned on again when
a new weight is detected.

5.6 SET DISPLAYED VALUE TO ZERO WHEN UNLOADED
By pressing ON/ZERO, a positive or negative weight
displayed will be set to zero and ZERO INDICATOR appears.
Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum zero range.
NOTE:
-When scale is set at OIML and application is legal for
trade. User only needs to press ON/ZERO once when setting
the value to zero. The re-zero function will take place
when reading is stabled
-When scale is set at Non-OIML and application is not
legal for trade. User can set the value to zero at anytime
when pressing ON/ZERO
5.7 TARE OFF THE WEIGHT OF A CONTAINER
When a container is used, follow the below steps to
manually tare off the weight of container and get the
net weight.
a. Remove all loads away from platter
b. Make sure that the ZERO INDICATOR is on
c. Place the container on the platter
d. Press TARE

After TARE is pressed, the NET INDICATOR would appear.
Refer to 5.2 for weighing procedures. Weight displayed
under is the net weight of the subject matter. Refer
to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum tare range.
NOTE:
- When scale is set at OIML and application is legal
for trade. User only needs to press TARE once when tare
off a weight. The tare function will take place when
reading is stabled
- When scale is set at Non-OIML and application is not
legal for trade. User can tare off the weight anytime
when pressing TARE
5.8 CLEAR THE TARE FUNCTION
a. Remove all loads from platter
b. The tare effect will be cancelled:
-Automatically if automatic tare function is
employed, or
-By pressing TARE
c. After TARE is pressed, the NET INDICATOR would
disappear.

5.9 MEMORY FUNCTION
5.9.1 How to Accumulate a Weighing Result to Memory
a. Refer to 5.2 to 5.3 for weighing
b. Press M+ to save and accumulate the result to memory.
c. Scale will display “P. X” and then follow by the
accumulated weighing result stored while both M+
INDICATOR and MEMORY RECALL INDICATOR appear
pointing to M+ and MR on the overlay respectively
d. Scale return to normal after 2 seconds and MEMORY
RECALL INDICATOR will turn off automatically but M+
INDICATOR will remain on display to indicate that
memory contains a stored data
e. Repeat ato cfor subsequent transactions
NOTE 1: “P. X” means the total number of transactions
accumulated to memory
NOTE 2: No weighing result will be stored to memory if
it is less than the minimum load. Please refer to
SPECIFICATIONS for more information
NOTE 3:
- When scale is set at OIML and application is legal
for trade. User only needs to press M+ once when trying

to store a value to memory. The weight accumulation
function will take place when reading is stabled
- When scale is set at Non-OIML and application is not
legal for trade. User can save the shown value to memory
at anytime when pressing M+
5.9.2 Memory Recall
a. Press MR
b. Scale displays “P. X” and then follow by the
accumulated weighing result while MEMORY RECALL
INDICATOR appears pointing at MR
c. Scale return to normal after 2 seconds and MEMORY
RECALL INDICATOR will switch off with only M+
INDICATOR remain on display
5.9.3 Memory Clear
a. Press MR and TARE at the same time
b. Scale displays “P. 0” and MR INDICATOR at the same
time and return to normal after 2 seconds and M+
INDICATOR will switch off
5.10 EXTENDED DISPLAY
This scale is equipped with extended display function
for reference purpose only. To activate the function,

press and hold MODE for 2 seconds and display will flash
the extended digit for 5 seconds before return to normal.
5.11 RECHARGE THE SCALE
The scale is equipped with a built-in rechargeable
battery. When the LO-BAT INDICATOR appears, recharge
the scale immediately. Failure to do so may cause
unrecoverable damage to the rechargeable battery.

6. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Syndrome Scale cannot be turned on
Check: Is the scale charged?
Action: Recharge the scale for at least 8 hours
before first time use or plug in the power
adaptor before power on the scale.
Check Is the power adaptor inserted properly into
both the electricity outlet and the DC inlet
of scale.
Action: Secure both ends of the power adaptor and
try again.
Syndrome Scale turned off automatically
Check Is Auto Power Off Function employed?
Action Refer to 4.2.2 to disable Auto Power Off
Function.
Check Is the LO-BAT INDICATOR on?
Action Apply the power adaptor.

Syndrome Rated capacity cannot be reached
Check Is the NET INDICATOR on?
Action: Turn the scale off. Remove all loads from
platter and turn on again.
Check Is there anything obstructing the platter?
Action Remove all obstacles.
Syndrome Weighing result is not accurate
Check Is the scale placed in a level condition?
Action Adjust the adjustable feet to a level
condition.
Check Is the scale affected by airflow, vibration
or RFI?
Action: Place the scale away from all disturbances.
Check Is the scale calibrated correctly?
Action Contact your dealer.
Check Is the correct weight unit employed?
Action Refer to 5.3 for weight unit setting and
usage.
Syndrome Display shows 00000 after counting down
Check Is the load applied to platter excess the
rated capacity of scale?
Action Remove all loads from platter and try again.

7. DAILY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
7.1 Clean the scale with a soft and damp cloth. If
necessary, apply a mild detergent.
7.2 Do not use any harsh, abrasive material, acetone,
volatile solvent, thinner or alcohol for
cleaning.
7.3 Verify the accuracy of scale periodically.
Re-calibrate the scale if necessary.
NOTE: In some countries, calibration requires
authorized/qualified agent. Contact your dealer for
more information.
7.4 It is a good practice to apply the dust cover
when operating the scale.
7.5 The scale must be placed horizontally during
transportation or long time storage.
7.6 Remove platter from scale before transportation
or long time storage.
7.7 Store scale in a dry and clean place.