Intercomp PW800 User manual

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PW800
Users Manual
Intercomp Co.
3839 County Road 116
Medina, M 55340 U.S.A.
(763)-476-2531
1-800-328-3336
Fax: [phone]
www.intercompcompany.com
Manual #: 700016-O

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SAFETY SUMMARY
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service, and repair of this scale. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific
warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and
intended use of the scale. Intercomp assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply
with these requirements.
DO OT OPERATE I A EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Do not operate the scale in a closed area saturated with flammable gases or fumes. Operation
of any electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
DO OT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY SCALE.
Because of the danger of introducing hazards, do not substitute parts or perform any
unauthorized modifications of the scale.
WARRA TY
INTERCOMP COMPANY warrants the PW 00 scale which this document accompanies to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship, and to operate according to design specifications
for a period of one (1) year after receipt by the original purchaser. After authorized return to the
company at the purchaser's expense, the company shall evaluate any returned equipment
under warranty claim, and shall make such repairs or replacements as may be judged
necessary, in as expeditious a manner as possible.
IN THE EVENT that the company determines the claim to be made as a result of improper use,
abuse, modification, shipping damage, or other factors beyond the reasonable control of the
company, the company will advise the purchaser of the estimated repair costs. The company
makes no warranty other than that contained in this statement. No agent other than an
executive officer of Intercomp Corporation is empowered to modify in any manner this
statement of warranty.
COMPLIA CE WITH FCC RULES
Please note that this equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If this
equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the support manual, you are warned
that it may cause interference to radio communications. This unit has been tested and has been
found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to subpart J of part 15
of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference
when equipment is operated in a commercial environment. However, if this unit is operated in a
residential area, it is likely to cause interference and under these circumstances the user will be
required to take whatever measures are necessary to eliminate the interference at his own
expense.

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................................................4
Controls................................................................................................................................................................4
Electrical..............................................................................................................................................................4
Performance.........................................................................................................................................................4
Environmental......................................................................................................................................................4
Physical................................................................................................................................................................4
PARTS AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT............................................................................................................................5
OPERATIONS............................................................................................................................................................. 6
CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................................................6
ON/OFF ...............................................................................................................................................................6
NUMERIC KE PAD............................................................................................................................................6
ENTER .................................................................................................................................................................6
CLEAR .................................................................................................................................................................7
ZERO....................................................................................................................................................................7
AZT (Auto Zero Track ng) ............................................................................................................................................... 7
NET/GROSS.........................................................................................................................................................7
TARE....................................................................................................................................................................7
PRESET TARE .....................................................................................................................................................8
UNITS/PIECES ....................................................................................................................................................8
SAMPLE...............................................................................................................................................................8
APW .....................................................................................................................................................................8
TOTAL..................................................................................................................................................................9
PEAK HOLD........................................................................................................................................................9
PRINT ..................................................................................................................................................................9
POWER/BATTERIES ..................................................................................................................................................10
CALIBRATION.........................................................................................................................................................11
HOW TO TEST CALIBRATION ....................................................................................................................................11
HOW TO CALIBRATE THE PW800 ............................................................................................................................12
Weight calibration..............................................................................................................................................16
ERROR MESSAGES ................................................................................................................................................17
TROUBLES OOTING ............................................................................................................................................18
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES..................................................................................................................................20
PRINTER OUTPUT..................................................................................................................................................22
PRINTER TICKET (DEMAND).....................................................................................................................................22
SCOREBOARD (CONTINUOUS) ..................................................................................................................................23
OW TO REAC INTERCOMP SERVICE......................................................................................................... 25
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secret, unfair competition, and copyright law. Any reproduction, use or
disclosure without written permission from Intercomp Co. is prohibited".

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Introduction
This manual contains specifications, operation instructions, and calibration instructions for
Intercomp's model PW 00 pallet scale. Troubleshooting tips and a parts and accessories
listing are also included.
Specifications
Controls
Display: 0. ” 5 digit LED (Optional: 5 digit, 1.0 inch LCD)
Indicators: On-screen lb, kg, pieces, gross, net, total, and peak.
Switches: ON/OFF, ZERO, NET/GROSS, MODE, TARE, UNITS/PIECES, TOTAL,
SCALE SELECT, PRESET TARE, SAMPLE, APW, PEAK HOLD,
OVER, UNDER, I.D.#, SET POINT 1, SET POINT 2, PRINT, ENTER,
CLEAR, numeric 10-key.
Light. Automatic in low light
Electrical
Batteries: 9 Nickel-Cadmium D cells or Alkaline.
Battery life: Up to 75 hours with alkaline batteries. Up to 25 hours with
Ni-Cad cells. (LED Display)
Charge Time: 16 Hours
Charger Voltage: 12 to 20 V AC/DC
Charger Current: 250 ma
Charger/Power Supply: 110 VAC or 220 VAC.
Low Battery Shut Off: Unit automatically shuts off if batteries are low.
Auto Shut Off: Shuts off after adjustable time (up to 120 min) without use or
motion.
Sleep mode: Low power mode after adjustable time (up to 120 min)
without use or motion.
Serial Input/Output: RS232 standard. RS4 5, and TTL optional
Performance
Accuracy: ± 0.1% of applied load or ± display graduation, whichever is greater.
Environmental
Humidity: 10 to 95% Non-Condensing.
Temperature: Operating: -10 C to +40 C. / +14 F to +104 F.
Storage: -40 C to +75 C. / -40 F to +170 F
Physical
Dimensions: (Standard Forks) 4 " L x 2 " W x 2.9"H /
1219 mm x 711 mm x 74 mm
Weight: 275 lbs/125 kgs

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Parts and Optional Equipment
LCD Display (100923)
Optional LCD (liquid crystal display) display instead of the standard LED (light emitting diode
display).
RS232C Serial data output (100922)
An RS232 output allows the user to connect the PW 00 to a printer or computer.
Battery operated tape printer (100921)
Print ticket displays gross, net, tare, and total weights; and total count. Must have the RS232
Serial data output option. See “Printer Output” section for more information.
120V Charger (100919)
Batteries, circuit, and harness included. Rechargeable Ni-Cad battery pack (9 D-cells) with
120V external charger. Standard power uses 9 disposable alkaline dry cells.
220V Charger (100920)
Batteries, circuit, and harness included. Rechargeable Ni-Cad battery pack (9 D-cells) with
220V external charger. Standard power uses 9 disposable alkaline dry cells.
Drum Brake
Needed for parking on slopes.
Stainless steel pallet truck
Corrosion free. This option is often used to comply to FDA requirements (instead of using
galvanized).
Galvanized pallet truck
Corrosion free
Custom fork length
Custom length and width to fit your pallet dimensions or other applications.
Brass wheels
Used in environments where sparks are a concern.

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Operations
Controls
O /OFF
Press and hold this button 1 second to turn the scale on and off. The scale tests itself;
when this test is completed successfully the system begins weighing. The product I.D.
and software version number are display for a couple seconds upon power up. The
number on the left is the product ID and the number on the right is the software version
number.
UMERIC KEYPAD
Many operations require the operator to enter a number. The 10-key numeric keypad is
used to enter numbers. These keys also have specific functions (as labeled) when the
scale is in normal weighing mode.
E TER
Press the ENTER key after entering a number

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CLEAR
If you want to clear the number displayed (while in the process of entering a number),
press the CLEAR key.
ZERO
Tells the scale to display zero weight. This button is used any time the scale shows a
non-zero value with no weight on the load cell. If you press ZERO with weight on the
load cell, that weight becomes the zero condition for the scale. This can be useful to
cancel the weight of any weighing fixtures, such as barrels or boxes. When this weight
is removed, a negative number is displayed until the system is re-zeroed.
The 'zero' command will be delayed any time a change in weight is detected. While the
scale is stabilizing, the display will show “ -0-
-0- -0-
-0- “. If there is continuous motion for about
15 seconds, the zero command will be rejected and the scale will return to normal
weighing.
AZT (Auto Zero Tracking)
This system contains a feature called Auto Zero Tracking (AZT), which corrects
slight zero changes during normal operation. If small weights are added while
the display is at or near zero, the scale may zero them off.
ET/GROSS
Toggles the readout between net weight and gross weight. Net weight applies only
when there is a tare set. The indicator on the left side shows if the PW 00 is displaying
gross or net weight.
Net = Gross – Tare
Notes: The weight will always be net when in pieces unit.
If Net/Gross key is pressed when a total is set the error message “ E-2
E-2E-2
E-2 “ will be
displayed. You must clear the current total before toggling N T/GROSS.
TARE
Use this button to read a tare weight into memory. This tare weight will be subtracted
from the gross weight, giving you the net weight. This is useful for canceling the weight
of a container used in weighing. A segment in the lower left corner of the display shows
that the net weight is being calculated. You may press the TARE SET/DISPLAY button
to show the tare weight anytime the scale is in net mode; the tare weight will show while
you press the button. To clear the tare press the TARE and CLEAR keys
simultaneously. Tare does not function in pieces unit.
Notes: The 'tare' command will be delayed any time a change in weight is detected. If
there is continuous motion for more than 20 or 30 seconds, the tare command
will be rejected and the scale will return to normal weighing.
Tare does not function in pieces unit.

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PRESET TARE
Pressing the PRESET TARE key will bring up a screen that allows the user to enter a
tare value. Enter the tare value using the numeric keypad and then press ENTER. To
clear the tare press the TARE and CLEAR keys simultaneously.
Notes: Tare does not function in pieces unit.
U ITS/PIECES
Toggles the weighing system between pound (English), and kilogram (SI metric), and
‘pieces’ (quantity of items) units of measure. When you press this switch, the system
switches to the nearest comparable value in the selected system. The current unit of
measure is shown by indicator segments on the left side of the main display.
Note: An error message “ E-2
E-2E-2
E-2 “ will be displayed if the UNIT/PI C S key is pressed
when there is a total saved. You must clear the current total before toggling
N T/GROSS.
SAMPLE
Sample is used to so you can view the weight in pieces. Place a number of items on the
scale. A good rule of thumb is to place 3%-5% of the total number of pieces you intend
to weigh. With a known quantity of items on the scale press the SAMPLE key. Enter
the number of items on the scale. The sample measurement is saved in the scale’s
memory. The scale will switch to the unit ‘pieces’ and display the number of pieces on
the scale. To clear the sample measurement saved in memory, press the SAMPLE and
CLEAR keys simultaneously.
APW
APW is the abbreviation of Average Piece Weight. Press the APW key. Enter the
average weight of one piece. The scale switches to ‘pieces’ unit and displays the
number of pieces on the scale. To clear the APW press the APW and CLEAR keys
simultaneously.
If you need to enter piece weights less than 1 lb or 1 kg, see the APW decimal position
section in ‘Calibration’. This can setup your PW 00 to record APW’s by tenths (1
decimal place) or by hundredths (2 decimal places).

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TOTAL
This function is used to record an accumulated total. When you press the TOTAL key,
the weight that is to be added to the accumulated total will blink for about 5 seconds. To
add this to the total, press the TOTAL key again before the value stops blinking. The
accumulated total will be displayed for about 2 seconds and return to the previous
weighing mode.
If you just want to view the total, press and hold the TOTAL key for about 3 seconds.
The weight will be displayed until you release the key. To clear the accumulated total,
press the TOTAL and CLEAR keys simultaneously.
Note: You must clear the total before switching units or toggling N T/GROSS.
PEAK HOLD
The peak hold feature will remember the maximum weight applied. While in peak mode
it will not display any weight less than the maximum weight. To turn on the peak mode
press PEAK, to turn off the peak mode press PEAK again. The peak indicator will be
blinking if in peak mode. To clear the current peak weight, press the ZERO key.
Note: When you turn off the peak mode, the current peak weight will still be
remembered internally. This will show up if you then turn the peak mode back on.
Press Z RO while in peak mode (or turn the scale off) to clear the current peak
weight.
PRI T
If the scale is configured to demand output, pressing this key will print a ticket. NOT :
The print ticket will be delayed any time a change in weight is detected. If there is
continuous motion for more than 20 or 30 seconds, the print request will be rejected and
the scale will return to normal weighing. Also see Serial Output section.
SET POI T 1
This is an optional feature that allows for an external set point. When the specified
weight (set point) is reached, a logic level high will be on the set point connection. Set
points are used with some other device (e.g. alarm, relay) in conjunction to the PW 00.
To activate a set point, press the Set Point 1 (or Set Point 2) key. Enter the weight you
want the set point to activate.
SET POI T 2
Operates the same as Set Point 1.
I.D. #
User I.D. # is reserved for future use.
MODE
Reserved for future use.
OVER
Reserved for future use.

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SCALE SELECT
Reserved for future use.
U DER
Reserved for future use.
Power/Batteries
To change batteries:
1. Loosen the two "quarter-turn" connectors on the back of the control box.
2. Pull the cover back and change the cells, being careful to note battery orientation.
3. Replace the cover and tighten the quarter-turn connectors.
Warning: If you have the optional charger, do not plug the charger in while there
are standard ‘D’ cells inside. This could result in damage to the batteries and
your scale.
The typical recharge time for Ni-cad cells is 16 hours. The rechargeable batteries have a life
span up to 1000 cycles.

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Calibration
How to test Calibration
This calibration procedure should be performed annually for normal operating conditions. If the
scale is damaged, or service has been performed on the scale, use this calibration check.
1: Press the ON switch.
2: It is recommended that you allow the electronics to operate for three minutes after first
turning power on. This allows the electronics to become stable for maximum accuracy
during the calibration check.
3: Make sure no weight is on the load cell(s). Press the ZERO switch. The weight shown is
zero.
4: Apply weights at various points within the load range and verify that the displayed weight is
within +/- 0.1% of applied load.
5: If possible apply a weight of 105% of capacity to verify that the scale shows overload.
6: Verify the scale displays zero when the calibration weights are removed.
7: If there is a failure to meet any of the conditions above, please refer to the Calibration
Procedure.
: When all the conditions above are correct, the scale is operational.
Calibration blocking switch
The calibration of the scale is protected from accidental change by a shunt placed on a header
on the circuit board. The cal header (labeled CAL/RUN”) is located opposite the display side at
the top and middle of the circuit board. Calibration is set in the “calibration blocked” (shunt is
on the RUN side of the header) mode at the factory. To enable calibration, move the shunt to
the CAL side of the header. When you are done calibrating, return the switch to 'RUN' to
protect against change.

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How to Calibrate the PW800
The following details the calibration procedure for the PW 00 scale. There are eight
parameters that can be set without moving the calibration blocking switch, followed by five more
parameters and calibration that require the calibration blocking switch be in the 'CAL' position.
Step Parameter ote
Default
ee-ee
ee-eeee-ee
ee-ee Skip 0,1=EE-07
EE-07EE-07
EE-07, 2=LL-00
LL-00LL-00
LL-00 0
00
0
EE-00
EE-00EE-00
EE-00 Sample Rate 1 to 127 8
88
8
EE-01
EE-01EE-01
EE-01 Sleep Display Time 0 to 120; 0=off 20
2020
20
EE-02
EE-02EE-02
EE-02 Auto-off Time 0 to 255; 0=off 120
120120
120
EE-03
EE-03EE-03
EE-03 Baud Rate 0 to 7 0
00
0
EE-04
EE-04EE-04
EE-04 Power up in KG 0=lb, 1=kg 0
00
0
EE-05
EE-05EE-05
EE-05 Decimal point position for
APW
0=none, 1=tenths,
2=hundreths
0
00
0
EE-06
EE-06EE-06
EE-06 Serial Output 0=continuous, 1=on demand 1
11
1
Save information
Check for calibration blocking switch
EE-07
EE-07EE-07
EE-07 AZT 0=off,1=0.6,2=1,3=3 2
22
2
ee-08
ee-08ee-08
ee-08 Zero Range 0=off,1=on 0
00
0
EE-09
EE-09EE-09
EE-09 Canadian Specifications 0=off,1=on 0
00
0
EE-10
EE-10EE-10
EE-10 Initial Zero Range 0=off,1=on 0
00
0
EE-11
EE-11EE-11
EE-11 Graduation 0 to 11 6
66
6
EE-12
EE-12EE-12
EE-12 Reserved
EE-13
EE-13EE-13
EE-13 Circuit Board ID # 1 to 159 1
11
1
Save
LL-00
LL-00LL-00
LL-00 Zero read Enter capacity
LL-01
LL-01LL-01
LL-01 First weight Enter first weight
LL-02
LL-02LL-02
LL-02 Second weight Enter second weight
LL-03
LL-03LL-03
LL-03 Third weight Enter third weight
Save
Start up
1. Remove the screws around the front panel.
2. Move the calibration blocking switch (located on back of the circuit board) to the
'CAL' position if you intend to calibrate.
3. Turn scale power ON.
4. Wait for scale to warm up (3 minutes from power on).
5. Using the UNITS button, set the scale to the appropriate units that you intend to
calibrate with.
6. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE switches simultaneously. This enters you into
the calibration routine.
First seven parameters
7. The scale shows “EE-EE
EE-EEEE-EE
EE-EE”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. To skip to
“EE-07
EE-07EE-07
EE-07” enter a ‘1’. To skip to “LL-00
LL-00LL-00
LL-00” enter ‘2’. No skips will occur with an entry of
‘0’.

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. The scale shows “EE-00
EE-00EE-00
EE-00”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the
sample rate (1 to 127). The sample rate is the number of past readings that are
averaged together to make a reading.
9. The scale shows “EE-01
EE-01EE-01
EE-01”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the sleep
mode time (the number represents minutes). The sleep mode time is how long the
scale's display will remain ON without any activity (a key being pressed or a change
in weight). An entry of 0 turns the sleep mode feature OFF. The sleep mode is
designed to conserve battery life on scales with a LED display.
10. The scale shows “EE-02
EE-02EE-02
EE-02”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the auto
off time (the number represents minutes). The auto off time is how long the scale will
remain ON without any activity (a key being pressed or a change in weight). An entry
of 0 turns the auto off feature OFF (The scale would remain on until turned off).
11. The scale shows “EE-03
EE-03EE-03
EE-03”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the baud
rate of the serial output (0 to 7).
Setting Baud Rate
0 9600
1 4 00
2 2400
3 1200
4 600
5 300
6 150
7 75
19.2K
9 3 .4K
12. The scale shows “EE-04
EE-04EE-04
EE-04”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter what unit
of measure the scale should turn ON in; pounds or kilograms (0 to 1).
Setting Units to turn O in
0 pounds (lb)
1 kilograms (kg)
13. The scale shows “EE-05
EE-05EE-05
EE-05”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the
desired APW decimal position. See the section on APW for details.
Setting APW decimal position
0 no decimal
1 1 decimal place
2 2 decimal places

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14. The scale shows “EE-06
EE-06EE-06
EE-06”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter demand
versus continuous on the optional serial output.
See Serial Out section
Setting Type
0 Continuous
1 Demand
Check for calibration blocking switch.
At this point the scale saves any changes that have been made. A check is than made to see
whether or not the calibration blocking switch is enabled (CAL). If enabled the calibration
procedure is continued; if disabled (RUN) the scale returns to normal weighing.
Last seven parameters.
15. The scale shows “EE-07
EE-07EE-07
EE-07”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter the AZT
size (0 to 3). The AZT size is the number of graduations the auto zero tracking can
remove.
Setting AZT size
0 Off
1 0.6
2 1
3 3
16. The scale shows “EE-08
EE-08EE-08
EE-08”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. Enter whether
the zero range is on or off (0 to 1). If the zero range is ON the zero may move no
more than 5% away from the original zero obtained at calibration.
Setting Zero range
0 Off
1 On
17. The scale shows “EE-09
EE-09EE-09
EE-09”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. The scale
shows the current Canadian specification selection. Use the following table to select
the Canadian specifications setting. When Canadian specifications are set (1):
EE-08
EE-08EE-08
EE-08, EE-09
EE-09EE-09
EE-09, and EE-11
EE-11EE-11
EE-11 have no meaning.
Setting Canadian
Specification
0 Off
1 On
A '0' setting implies normal operation:
1: AZT size is determined by the setting of EE-10
EE-10EE-10
EE-10.
2: Zero operates over full range allowed by EE-11
EE-11EE-11
EE-11.
3: The over-capacity point is determined by the setting of EE-13
EE-13EE-13
EE-13.
A '1' setting implies Canadian specifications are used.
1: The AZT size fixed at 0.6d regardless of EE-08
EE-08EE-08
EE-08 setting.

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2: The IZSM (initial zero setting mechanism on power up) must be within +/- 10%
of the zero obtained at calibration.
3: The push-button zero and AZSM can only operate within +/- 2% of the IZSM.
4: The over-capacity point is 103% of capacity above the IZSM.
1 . The scale shows “EE-10
EE-10EE-10
EE-10”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. The scale
shows the current 'Initial zero range' setting. Use the following table to select the
'Initial zero range' setting:
Setting Initial zero range
0 Off
1 On
A '0' setting implies: The initial zero setting mechanism (IZSM) will work over the
entire range of the scale capacity and the over-capacity point is 103% above the
zero obtained at calibration.
A '1' setting implies: The IZSM must be within +/- 10% of the zero obtained at
calibration and the over-capacity point is 103% above the IZSM.
19. The scale shows “EE-11
EE-11EE-11
EE-11”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. The scale
shows the current graduation selection. Use the following table to select a
graduation value.
Settings Count by in lb Count by in kg
0 100 50
1 50 20
2 20 10
3 10 5
4 5 2
5 2 1
6 1 0.5
7 0.5 0.2
0.2 0.1
9 0.1 0.05
10 0.05 0.02
11 0.02 0.01
20. The display shows “EE-12
EE-12EE-12
EE-12”. This parameter is reserved for future use. Press
NET/GROSS and MODE keys together twice to continue.
21. The scale shows “EE-13
EE-13EE-13
EE-13”. Press the NET/GROSS and MODE keys. The display
shows the current circuit board ID#. This is used in multi scale applications. The
circuit board ID is used for identification.

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Save
The display shows “LL-00
LL-00LL-00
LL-00”. At this point the scale saves any changes that have been made.
This allows changes to be made to EE-07
EE-07EE-07
EE-07 through EE-13
EE-13EE-13
EE-13 without having to do a complete
calibration. The scale can be turned off and any changes so far will be saved.
Weight calibration.
The scale has a three point calibration feature which reduces the effects on non-linearity
in the load cells. This requires that you place three weights on the load cell(s) during
calibration. The first weight must be greater than zero, the second greater than the first,
and the final weight somewhere between the second and the capacity.
22. The scale shows “LL-00
LL-00LL-00
LL-00”. With no weight on the load cell(s) press the NET/GROSS
and MODE keys. Then enter your intended weight capacity (then press both the
NET/GROSS and MODE keys).
23. The scale shows “LL-01
LL-01LL-01
LL-01”. Apply the first weight. Press the NET/GROSS and
MODE keys. Then enter the exact value of the applied weight (then press both the
NET/GROSS and MODE keys).
24. The scale shows “LL-02
LL-02LL-02
LL-02”. Apply the second weight. Press both the NET/GROSS
and MODE keys. Then enter the exact value of the applied weight (then press both
the NET/GROSS and MODE keys).
25. The scale shows “LL-03
LL-03LL-03
LL-03”. Apply the third weight. Press both the NET/GROSS and
MODE keys. Then enter the exact value of the applied weight (then press both the
NET/GROSS and MODE keys).
Finish
The new calibration information is saved.
26. Reset the calibration enable switch to its original position (RUN). This prevents
accidental entry in the calibration routine.
27. Check the calibration with the procedure already discussed in this manual.

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Error Messages
[Minus signs cycle across the display]: The PW 00 has entered sleep mode. Press any key
or change the weight to return to normal weighing. NOTE: a pressed key here will perform its
designated function as well as exit the scale from sleep mode.
[Minus signs fill display]: The PW 00 is waiting for a stable reading to continue.
DISE
DISEDISE
DISE
Display error, the scale is unable to display the number completely. If no weight
on the scale, press zero to return the weight reading to zero.
LB
LBLB
LB
Low batteries. This message blinks, and if ignored too long the unit will shut itself
off.
OE
OEOE
OE
The scale is over capacity or outside the A/D converter range. Reduce the load to
the scale. If the PW 00 continues to display “OE
OEOE
OE”, the problem could be a bad load
cell, bad load cell wiring, or a bad chip on the AD 20-bit board (U3, U4, U5, U6,
VR2, VR4, or U11)
EEPE
EEPEEEPE
EEPE
EEPROM error, the scale has had it's calibration corrupted or destroyed; the scale
will require calibration.
OL
OLOL
OL
Zero overload; the PW 00 has attempted to zero a reading outside of its zero-
range limit. This message can occur only when the 'Zero range' or 'Canadian
specifications' is turned on. See EE-08
EE-08EE-08
EE-08, EE-09
EE-09EE-09
EE-09 in the 'calibration' section.
E-0
E-0E-0
E-0
This message occurs if the scale is turned on with a load applied which is greater
than ±10% of capacity. Return the scale's load to zero. This only occurs when
'Canadian specifications' or 'Initial zero range' is turned on. See EE-09
EE-09EE-09
EE-09 and EE-10
EE-10EE-10
EE-10
in the 'calibration' section.
E-2
E-2E-2
E-2
This error will be display if there is a saved total and the user tries to switch units or
press the NET/GROSS key. Clear the total by pressing TOTAL and CLEAR.

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TroubleShooting
Warning: Changing some parts on the circuit board may cause a large change
in calibration while others may or may not change the calibration, depending on
the nature of the problem.
The reference designators for the IC chips are on the “A/D 20-BIT” board unless indicated
otherwise.
Problem: no power, nothing on display
Fix:
If nothing can be seen on the display, there probably is no power reaching the scale
circuitry. Possible causes: bad or shorted battery pack, bad switch circuit, bad voltage
regulator, or bad keypad. Power might be reaching the unit, but the power supply might
be shorted by a component or PCB trace in the power supply circuitry.
Problem: random display (display usually reads “8
88
8.8
88
8. 8
88
8.”)
Fix:
Check crystal (Y1). If the micro-controller is not receiving the correct or any oscillation,
the microprocessor is not able to function properly. Other possibilities could be bad
microprocessor (U1) or display driver (U1 & U2 on “GPI DISPLAY” board) circuitry not
functioning.
Problem: low battery indicator won’t turn off (display blinks “LB
LBLB
LB”)
Fix:
The display will be blinking “LB
LBLB
LB”. Check to make sure battery power is not too low. Look
at the cells and charger circuit for these problems. If that is not the cause, the display
driver ( U1 & U2 on the GPI display board) or low voltage circuitry could be bad.
Problem: rechargeable battery life has decreased
Fix:
The rechargeable batteries provided by Intercomp are high quality, high capacity Ni-
Cad. However, all Ni-Cad batteries can exhibit some “memory” effects if they are
repeatedly discharged to a certain point before recharging. If your observed battery life
has decreased significantly from its initial performance, you may want to try this battery-
conditioning sequence: Fully discharge the batteries by running the PW 00 until the
display blinks “LB
LBLB
LB” (low battery) and keep the unit powered until the batteries are fully
discharged. Following this, recharge the battery completely (typical charge time is 16
hours). This discharge/recharge cycle may need to be repeated. If this does not help,
you may need to replace the Ni-Cad batteries.
Problem: scale shuts off by itself
Fix:
Check the battery holder terminals. They may be bent and not making solid contact. If
the scale turns off immediately after you take your finger off the button, there may be
defective power circuitry or a bad keypad.

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Problem: scale “locks up”
Fix:
The microprocessor (U1) may need to be replaced. The microprocessor support
circuitry could also be bad.
Problem: weights jump or drift
Fix:
Try increasing the sample rate as described in the calibration section (pg. 13). If this
does not help, the problem could be a bad load cell, defective amplifier (U5), bad A/D
chip (U6), or contamination on the circuit board.
Problem: printer doesn’t work
Fix:
Check the cable for bad connections. Check the printer for power. If the PW 00 has
sufficient power, the problem is probably the power supply board for the printer (there is
separate circuit board for the printer power supply). Check the voltage regulator and the
other components.

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Parts and Accessories
Control Box:
Item # QTY Part # Description
1 1 502326-A control box
2 1 000079 summing board
3 1 5502 5 battery holder assembly
4 1 03016 battery cover
5 1 optional: power supply for printer
6 1 000096-F A/D circuit board
7 1 000092 Display circuit board
1 501499 control box lid
9 1 250174 red window
10 1 2500 7 keypad
11 1 03017 printer cover
12 1 220122 or
220029
optional: 25-pin D sub connector
(or 9-pin connector)