MSI Port-A-Weigh MSI-4260 User manual

MSI4260
PORT-A-WEIGH CRANE SCALES
User
Guide
Quality
Industrial
Weighing
and Force
Measurement
Equipment
Measurement Systems International

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IMPORTANT
Please read this manual carefully before using the MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh
Program Number Capacity and Resolution
Serial Number Cal Number

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction...........................................................................4
Specifications........................................................................4
Features.................................................................................5
Options..................................................................................6
Unpacking.............................................................................6
Battery Pack..........................................................................7
Battery Operation..................................................................7
Battery Life...........................................................................7
Battery Charger.....................................................................8
Battery Removal and Replacement.......................................9
Operation Guide....................................................................9
Power ....................................................................................9
Zero.....................................................................................10
Tare .....................................................................................10
F1 ........................................................................................ 11
Test (tESt) ........................................................................... 11
Accessing the Service Counters..........................................12
Reset the Service Counter Warning....................................13
Total (totAL).......................................................................13
Manual Total .......................................................................13
Auto Total ...........................................................................13
To Clear the Last Totalled Weight.......................................14
To Clear the Total Value......................................................14
Viewing Total......................................................................15
Unit (lb/kg)..........................................................................15
Peak (Phold)........................................................................15
Net/Gross (nEtGr)...............................................................16
Scale Setup..........................................................................16
Quick User Setup Guide .....................................................17
Function (Func)...................................................................17
Automatic Power Off (A-OFF)...........................................18
Filter (Filtr) .........................................................................18
LED Brightness (LEds).......................................................19
Unit (kg/lb)..........................................................................19
Set Points (StPt1, StPt2) .....................................................19
Set Point Entry....................................................................20
To Disable a Set Point.........................................................20
Total (totAL).......................................................................20
System Initialize..................................................................21
Calibration Setup ................................................................21
Quick Calibration Setup Guide...........................................22
Calibration (CAL)...............................................................22
Initial Calibration................................................................23
Subsequent Calibration.......................................................25
Fine Calibration (F-CAL)...................................................25
Calibration with Calibration Offset Resistor (CAL-r)........26
Standards (StAnd)...............................................................26
Auto Zero Maintenance (AZM)..........................................27
RF Remote Control.............................................................27
Troubleshooting Guide.......................................................29
Service Counter Warning....................................................31
MSI Limited Warranty........................................................31
Proper Loading Procedures.................................................32

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INTRODUCTION
The MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh is an electronic, self-contained, battery-operated crane scale.
The scale is made up of three separate sections which house the electronics, load cell and
battery respectively. The sections are bolted together and sealed agaist moisture by the use of
O-Rings. The scale housing is made of impact resistant, marine grade 356 alloy. All elec-
tronics are shock mounted and the display window is impact resistant polycarbonate. The
accuracy of the scale meets or exceeds the requirements of National Institute of Standards
Technology, Handbook 44. For most scales, this is 0.1% of applied load.
SPECIFICATIONS
Accuracy: ± 0.1% of applied load ± one displayable increment
Resolution: Standard displayed resolution: 2500 counts Internal A/D resolution: 1,048,576 counts (20 bits)
Capacities: lb 500 2000 5000 10,000 20,000 30,000 50,000 70,000 100,000
kg 250 1000 2500 5000 10,000 15,000 25,000 35,000 50,000
Power: Battery operated, rechargeable sealed lead acid battery pack up to 100 hours of battery life
with Automatic Sleep Mode and Automatic Power Off
Display: 5digit, large 1.2 in (30 mm) high numeric LED with selectable brightness control
Operating Temperature: +14°Fto +140°F(-10°Cto +60°C) NTEP range -10°Cto +40°C
Operating Time: 100+ hours depending on brightness settings and average number of sements lit
Enclosure: Marine grade 356 alloy, sealed to NEMA 4/IP66
Load Cell: Standard 350 ΩBridge
Indicators: Low Battery, PEAK, MOTION, Center of ZERO, NET, GROSS, TOTAL, X1000, kg/lb, SP1, SP2
Function buttons: POWER - Turns scale on and off
ZERO - Zeros applied load up to 100% of capacity
TARE - Tares applied load and displays weight in Net mode, and returns the scale to Gross mode
F1 - User programmable function switch for use as Test, Unit Select, Total (Auto or Manual),
Peak Hold and Set Points.
Calibration switch
(located behind seal screw): Initiates full digital calibration procedure
Function Switch options: TEST (default), TOTAL, UNIT, PEAK, NET/GROSS, OFF
Auto Zero Maintenance: Standard, can be disabled internally
Auto-Off Mode: Prolongs battery life by turning POWER off after 12 minutes or one hour (operator deter-
mined) of no scale activity
Auto-Sleep Mode: Prolongs battery life by dimming LED display after one minute of no activity
Unit: kg, lb (other Units available with custom calibrations)
Filtering: Low (LO), Medium (HI-1), High (HI-2)
Totalization: Standard: Press button or Automatic; TOTAL weight up to 99999 X 1000 kg or lb
Peak: Uses unfiltered faster reading of A/D

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Set Points: Two internal standard Set Points and two ultra-bright LEDs on indicator panel
Service Counter: Two independent 24 bit registers; Register 1 updated each time weight exceeds 25% of
capacity; Register
2updated each time weight exceeds overload; when register 1exceeds
99,999 or register 2exceeds 1000, display reads "LCnt" for load cell counter; Test function
shows the two readings in order
Connectors: Connections are made with PCB mounted terminal strips allowing easy upgrading. Cables
are brought out through water tight fittings
Optional Remote Controller: Option includes On/Off, Zero, Tare, Net/Gross, Total, View Sum, and programmable func-
tion keys
All of these features are housed in a single, low-profile, cast aluminum housing consisting of
three sections:
1) The front of the scale houses the display, controls and all necessary electronics.
2) The center section contains the load cell, lifting eye and hook.
3) The rear of the scale features a quick access battery compartment.
WARNING: The scale has a safe mechanical overload of 200%, and an ultimate overload
of 500%. Overloads greater than 500% may result in structural failure and dropped loads.
Dropped loads may cause serious personal injury or death.
FEATURES
• Designed to meet or exceed US and International Standards
• Over 100 hours of weighing time utilizing Automatic Sleep Mode
• Automatic Power Off conserves battery life by sensing no activity after 12 minutes or one
hour, determined by operator, and turns Power off
• Automatic Sleep Mode preserves battery life by dimming the LED display after one minute
of no activity
• Rugged construction throughout. Buttons are sealed and rated for over 1 million operations
• Precise high resolution (2500 - 5000 division standard and up to 10,000 possible) 20 bit A/D
conversion coupled with advanced 16 bit micro controller provides world class features and
accuracy
• Five large, 1.2 inch LED digits for clear weight readings from a distance
• Easy to maintain: Full digital calibration assures reliable, repeatable measurements
• Selectable for kgs/lbs; unless prohibited by regulations
• Automatic or manual weight totalization for loading operations
• Easily customized for special applications
• PEAK Mode for stress analysis
• Two Set Points can be set for any in-range weight for operator alearts or process control
WARNING
WARNING

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OPTIONS
Options which you may have ordered with your Port-A-Weigh may include the following:
• NTEP approval for use in commercial trade
• Substitute shackle for bottom swivel hook
• Oversized top lifting eye or shackle
• Universal direct power supply: 85-265 VAC, 47-440 Hz / 100-300 VDC
• Heat shield for high temperature applications
• Factory Mutual approved (intrinsically safe for use in hazardous environments)
• RF Remote Controller
UNPACKING
When unpacking the scale from the shipping container, ensure that all assembly parts are
accounted for. Check the scale for any visible damage and immediately report any damage to
your shipper. It is advisable to use the original shipping container when shipping or trans-
porting the Port-A-Weigh.
The LED display
provides excellent
readability from
full sunlight to
total darkness.
In the event of an
overload condition,
the display will
flash a warning to
the operator.

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BATTERY PACK
The Port-A-Weigh is powered by a 12 volt rechargeable battery. The battery is located in the
rear compartment of the scale. Two stainless steel fasteners secure the battery access door. To
remove the battery for charging; unlatch the fasteners and pull the battery straight out. The
battery will automatically disengage from its connectors and may be plugged into the battery
charger for recharging.
BATTERY OPERATION
The battery will operate continuously for 100 hours with the LED display before requiring
recharging. The Port-A-Weigh will alert you when the battery is within 2 hours of requiring
recharging by illuminating the “BT” (Low Battery) annunciator.
When the battery requires recharging, the weight reading on the display will be replaced by
“LO”, after which the scale will shut itself off to prevent battery damage. If the On button is
depressed at this point, “LO” will reappear and then the scale will again deactivate automati-
cally.
Instructions for charging are located on the battery charger. Charging time for a completely
discharged battery is approximately 16 hours. A spare battery pack is recommended to keep
the Port-A-Weigh continuously operational.
Note: More frequent charging of the battery prolongs its life.
BATTERY LIFE
The MSI-4260 battery life depends on a number of factors: Brightness of the LED display,
the number of segments lit, and the age and condition of the SLA (sealed lead acid) battery.
The MSI-4260 will automatically turn the scale off when the SLA battery drops to ap-
proximately 10.5V. You must recharge the battery when this happens. Leaving a discharged
battery in the scale, which has a maintenance battery drain, can result in a deep discharge
battery which will shorten its service life.
SLA batteries do not suffer from memory effects and actually benefit from frequent recharg-
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to the maintenance discharge imposed on the battery by the MSI-4260 electronics, do not
store the MSI-4260 away with the battery inside. Remove the battery if the MSI-4260 will
not be used for more than 2 weeks.
Battery Use Guidelines
1) Recharge whenever convenient. Do not wait for the scale to shut itself off if your work
situation permits.
2) If you need the scale continuously, keep a fully charged spare battery at hand. Replace the
drained battery as close as possible to the low battery warning or earlier.
3) SLA batteries that have not been deep discharged should withstand 500 to 1500 charging
cycles.
4) The low battery warning will indicate about 2-4 hours of additional use before the MSI-
4260 turns itself off.
5) If the MSI-4260 is not going to be used again soon, remove the SLA battery to prevent
deep discharge while the unit is in storage.
6) Recycle the battery to an authorized recycling center when average life drops to 20 hours
or less.
BATTERY CHARGER
Each Port-A-Weigh is shipped with a battery charger designed to charge and maintain the
battery. Exact charging time will depend on the degree of discharge of the battery. A bat-
tery removed when the low battery warning first appears should take about 4 hours to fully
charge.
When the battery is new, it may take significantly longer for the initial charge. MSI recom-
mends charging a new battery for 24 hours. It might take several charge/discharge cycles
before full capacity is reached. Deep discharge batteries will also take significantly longer to
charge.
Using the Charger
1) Remove the battery from the MSI-4260. See previous page for removal instructions.
2) Connect the charger assembly to the AC supply (86-260VAC). The Power Status light
should be green. If the Power Status light fails to illuminate, check your AC power con-
nection and make sure the Vin jack is fully seated. AC power cords suitable for any world
location are available from MSI.
3) Plug in the polarized connector to the jacks on the battery.
4) The Charge Status light should turn orange, indicating fast charge.
If the status light remains green when the battery is first plugged in, the battery may be
defective.
5) Charge until the status light turns green.
When the charge cycle is complete, you can (and should) leave the battery on the charger
until it is needed. The charger keeps a maintenance float charge on the battery to ensure the
best possible operation times. For scales that are in high usage, MSI recommends obtaining a
spare battery so one can always be on the charger.

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The charger is a universal input type and is rated for 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz. AC power
cords suitible for any world location are available from MSI.
BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
1) Turn the MSI-4260 off.
2) With one hand, hold the battery access cover.
3) Release the two latches holding the access cover.
4) Carefully lower the cover and when possible, hold the battery in place. The battery might
be loose and subject to falling.
5) Remove the battery by pulling straight back.
6) Install a fully charged battery by plugging it in to the exposed battery jacks. The MSI-
4260 may or may not turn on once the new battery is installed.
7) Reseat the access panel.
8) Reset the latches. Insure the latches are completely latched and the plate is firmly in
place.
OPERATION GUIDE
Port-A-Weigh operation is controlled by four push buttons located below the display win-
dow.
The four pushbutton functions are as follows:
POWER
Function
Turns the scale on/off (toggle action).

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Use
1) The battery pack must have enough charge to ensure accurate operation (>10.5V).
2) Ambient temperature must be greater than -10°C and less than 60°C (14°F to 140°F).
Action
1) Press [POWER] and hold for one second.
2) Display check: All segment and indicator LED’s are illuminated for one second.
3) Numerics display the software version number for one second.
4) Any weight on the scale up to 5% of capacity will be automatically zeroed.
5) During display test, all internal operations are checked and any non-conformance causes
an Error message display.
Final
Scale reads the current weight in the last set Mode (NET, GROSS, PEAK NET, PEAK
GROSS).
ZERO
Function
Sets scale to ZERO.
Use
1) The scale must be stable. The scale will not ZERO if the motion detect indicator is on.
2) The scale must be in the GROSS Mode. The scale will not ZERO in NET Mode.
3) The scale will accept a ZERO setting over the full range of the scale (Legal For Trade
models might have a limited ZERO range). ZERO settings greater than 5% of capacity
will subtract from the overall capacity of the scale.
Action
1) Press [ZERO]. The weight reading must be stable within ±1 division. If this condition is
met, the digits display "0" (or "0.0" or "0.00", depending on resolution).
2) The ZERO setting is stored in backup memory, and the setting will be restored the next
time the scale is turned on.
Final
Digits display "0" (or "0.0" or "0.00", depending on resolution).
TARE
Function
TARE IN - Stores a TARE weight when in GROSS Mode and displays all subsequent
readings in NET Mode; or, TARE OUT - Clears the TARE weight when in NET Mode and
returns the scale to GROSS Mode.
Action
TARE IN
1) Press [TARE].
2) The scale must be in GROSS Mode: The entire range of the scale can be tared.
3) The Motion indicator must be off and the weight reading must be stable. (The weight
reading must be stable within ± 1 division).
4) If the Motion condition is met, the NET indicator lights and the weight registers "0". All
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5) Only positive weight readings can be tared.
6) Setting or changing TARE has no effect on the ZERO setting.
7) Tareing will reduce the apparent overrange of the scale. For example, if a 1000 lb con-
tainer is tared and the scale capacity is 5000 lb, the scale will overload at a new weight of
4000 lb (5000 - 1000) plus any additional allowed overload (usually 9 divisions).
8) TARE value is stored in backup memory, and the value will be restored the next time the
scale is turned on.
TARE OUT
1) The scale must be in NET Mode.
2) Press [TARE] to clear the value.
3) Returns to GROSS Mode.
Final
TARE IN
TARE is set, displaying NET weight.
TARE OUT
TARE weight will be cleared and the scale will revert to GROSS Mode.
F1
Function
F1 can be programmed to any of five func-
tions:
TEST (tESt), NET/GROSS (nEtGr),
TOTAL(totAL), UNIT(kg/lb) and
PEAK(Phold). See Scale Setup for instruc-
tions on programming the F1 function
button.
Action
Press [F1] to initiate the preprogrammed
function.
TEST (tESt)
Function
Provides a functional system test, and an
on-demand display check without disturb-
ing the current weighment. Also provides
calibration verification in the form of a load
cell CAL number.
Action
1) Press [F1] (Function button must be
programmed as Test (see Scale Setup)).
2) Battery condition is displayed in Percent
of battery life remaining with b = xxx
figure from 0 to 100 on the digits (in 5%
increments).
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played for 3 seconds.
4) The CAL number is displayed next. To ensure that the CAL number is accurate, the scale
must be unloaded. Cal number shifts of up to 10 counts are insignificant.
5) All digits (7 segment and 16 segment) count once from 0 to 9. All indicators are tested.
6) Internal tests are performed to further ensure scale integrity.
Final
The reading returns to the last condition, or an Error message is displayed.
ACCESSING THE SERVICE COUNTERS
Function
Port-A-Weigh maintains two service counters
for safety, and two service counters that moni-
tor internal electronics. These Service Coun-
ters are used to judge when the load bearing
elements or electronic components should be
inspected.
Action
1) To access the Service Counters, program
the F1 button to TEST (tESt).
2) Press [TEST] and hold until the display
reads "LCnt1" (Load Counter #1). This
will occur after the RCAL value has been
displayed. "LCnt1" will be displayed for
1 second, followed by a flashing numeric
value. This value signifies the number of
weighments that exceeded 25% of capac-
ity.
3) Press [TEST], "LCnt2" (Load Counter #2)
will be displayed for one second, followed
by a flashing numeric value. This value
signifies the number of weighments that
surpassed capacity.
4) Press [TEST], "A2DEr" (A2D Errors) will be
displayed for one second, followed by
a flashing numeric value. This value signi-
fies the number of times the internal micro-
processor has reset the analog to digital
converter.
5) Press [TEST], "EE Er" (EEPROM Errors)
will be displayed for one second, followed by a flashing numeric value. This value
signifies the number of retries needed to successfully read from or write to the long term
memory module.
6) Press [TEST] again to complete the TEST sequence.
Final
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RESET THE SERVICE COUNTER WARNING
1) After inspecting the load train, remove the calibration seal screw.
2) Push the Calibration button using a blunt screwdriver.
3) Push [ZERO] to return to normal operation.
Note: This procedure does not reset the service counter.
TOTAL (totAL)
Function
For accumulation of multiple weighments. The accumulator always uses the displayed
weight, so GROSS and NET readings can be added into the same TOTAL. There are two
Modes of totalizing: Manual and Auto. The Manual Mode requires the TOTAL button be
pressed with the weight on the scale. The weight will be added to the previously accumulated
value. The Auto Mode will automatically add the last settled and stable value to the TOTAL.
Both Modes require that the weight on the scale return within 1% (relative to full scale) of
GROSS ZERO or NET ZERO before the next weighment can be added. This assures that a
weight on the scale is only added to the total once. Applied weight must be 2% of full scale
above GROSS ZERO or NET ZERO before it can be totaled.
MANUAL TOTAL
Function
Allows for accumulating weight manually by pressing a button.
Use
1) The Motion indicator must be off, the scale must be stable ±1 division. If there is con-
siderable motion on the scale, use the Medium or High Filter setting (see Filter Setup).
The scale will accept the TOTAL button when in motion, but will not TOTAL until the
Motion indicator is off.
2) Only positive readings can be accumulated.
3) After a weight is totaled, the weight on the scale must return below 1% of full scale
capacity relative to GROSS ZERO or NET ZERO before another weight can be added to
the TOTAL. This assures that a weight on the scale is only added to the scale once.
4) Press
[F1] (Function button must be programmed as TOTAL (see Scale Setup).
5) If the Motion indicator is on, the TOTAL indicator will begin blinking, and continue
blinking, until motion stops and the Motion indicator turns off. The current weight is
added to the TOTAL register and the TOTAL weight is displayed.
6) The TOTAL indicator (center right of display) will also illuminate for 4 seconds provid-
ing reinforcement that the TOTAL command was accepted.
Final
After totaling, normal weighing resumes.
AUTO TOTAL
Function
Allows for Auto accumulate.

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Use
1) When a weight threshold of 2% of Full Scale (FS) above NET ZERO or GROSS ZERO
is exceeded, the accumulate function operates automatically.
2) When a weight that meets the minimum acceptable limit settles (no Motion), the TOTAL
indicator will flash 3 times.
3) If the weight changes to a new settled value the TOTAL indicator will flash again indicat-
ing the previous settled reading has been replaced.
4) When a weight is totaled, the TOTAL indicator will flash for a steady 4 seconds, indicat-
ing the weight has been totaled and the TOTAL value will be displayed.
5) The displayed weight is added to the accumulated value in the TOTAL Register only
when the weight returns to ZERO (±1% of Full Scale ).
6) The last settled reading is what will be used for totalizing when the scale returns to
ZERO.
WARNING: The operator must take caution that, when removing the load, the scale does
not go out of Motion; or an erroneous reading could occur. The last settled weight is actually
added to the TOTAL when the scale returns to less than 1% of full Scale capacity.
Action
1) The scale cannot be in motion. An Auto TOTAL acceptable reading is indicated by 3 or
more short flashes of the TOTAL indicator.
2) Weight readings must be greater than 2% of full scale, relative to NET ZERO or GROSS
ZERO.
3) Each reading added to TOTAL must be preceded by a return to ZERO (NET or GROSS)
±1% of full scale. Totalization of the last settled weight is indicated by a 4 second flash of
the TOTAL indicator, and a display of the current TOTAL.
Final
After totaling, normal weighing resumes.
TO CLEAR THE LAST TOTALLED WEIGHT
Function
If the last totaled (automatic or manual) weighment was a mistake, it can be erased with the
following procedure. This erases only the last totaled value.
Action
1) Press [F1], then [ENTER/TARE]. The display will read the revised TOTAL for 2 seconds.
(This procedure assumes that you have not modified the F1 function.)
Final
After displaying the update TOTAL, normal weighing resumes.
TO CLEAR THE TOTAL VALUE
Function
To clear the TOTAL register in order to start a new series of totals.
Action
1) Press [F1], then [CLEAR/ZERO]. (This procedure assumes that you have not modified the F1
function.)
WARNING
WARNING

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2) The display reads "0" and the TOTAL indicator will illuminate for 2 seconds.
Final
After clearing the TOTAL, normal weighing resumes.
VIEWING TOTAL
Function
After a weight has been totaled or before the 1% threshold has been exceeded, the current
TOTAL can be Viewed.
Action
1) Make sure there is no load on the scale. Press [F1] (Function button must be programmed
as TOTAL).
2) The current TOTAL will be displayed for 3 seconds. The TOTAL indicator will illumi-
nate.
Final
Normal weighing resumes.
Caution: If in Manual TOTAL and you push the TOTAL button to view the TOTAL value,
be certain that you are not weighing more than 2% of capacity. (If you press USER to view
the TOTAL and the weight is above 2% of capacity, you will add to the TOTAL, rather than
view the TOTAL.).
UNIT (lb/kg)
Function
To change unit between kg/lb.
Action
1) Press [F1] to select kg or lb Mode (Function must be programmed as Unit; see USER
Setup). The kg and lb indicators are located on the front panel adjacent to their relative
capacity labels.
Final
The correct unit of measurement/weight is displayed.
Alternate Method: Use the Setup UNITS Mode to change the UNITS without programming
Function to UNITS.
PEAK (Phold)
Function
Allows the capture of a PEAK weight. Useful for stress testing and related operations where
the maximum load measured is stored.
Action
1) Press [F1] (Function button must be programmed as PEAK(Phold); see Function Setup).
2) To enable PEAK(Phold), the PEAK indicator must be off. Press [F1].
3) To disable PEAK(Phold) the PEAK indicator must be on. Press [F1].
CAUTION
CAUTION

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Final
1) When enabled, the PEAK (Phold) value is reset to 0 and any subsequent displayed value
will correspond to the greatest positive weight detected.
2) When PEAK(Phold) is disabled the scale will perform normally.
NET/GROSS (nEtGr)
Function
Switches the display between NET and GROSS Modes. NET Weight is defined as GROSS
Weight minus a TARE Weight.
Use
1) There must be a TARE weight established to switch from GROSS Mode to NET Mode
(see TARE).
2) NET GROSS(nEtGr) will work even when the scale is in Motion.
Action
1) Press [F1] (Function button must be programmed as NET GROSS (nEtGr), see USER
Setup).
2) No current TARE is stored (TARE =0). No action, display continues to read the Gross
weight only.
3) A TARE value is stored: Toggles between NET and GROSS indicators.
Final
NET or GROSS indicator will illuminate.
SCALE SETUP
Function
Scale Setup facilitates changes to various internal settings of the scale. Setup initiated by
holding in the F1 button while turning POWER on.
Action
When in SETUP, the following buttons are used for selecting and changing scale settings:
ZERO functions as CLEAR/EXIT: Used to exit from a Setup menu without affecting the
previous setting and for exiting Setup Mode completely. Used also to clear the current digit
when entering numeric values; i.e., Set Points.
TARE functions as ENTER: Used to enter into menus and choose menu items.
F1 functions as SELECT: Used to scroll through menu selections. If held down, SELECT
will automatically repeat.
Final
Pressing [CLEAR/ZERO] will skip all remaining parameters and return the scale to normal op-
eration. Pressing [POWER] will also exit the Setup Mode (and turn Power off).

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QUICK USER SETUP GUIDE
Top Menu Selection Display Sub-Menu Display Definition
Func Function
OFF Off
tESt Test
totAl Total
Unit Unit
Phold Peak Hold
nEtGr Net/Gross
A-OFF Automatic Power Off
OFF Off
.2 hr 12 minutes
1 hour 1 hour
Filtr Filter
LO Low
HI-1 Medium
HI-2 High
LEdS Light Emitting Diodes
LO Low
HI-1 Medium
HI-2 High
Unit Units
Unit(kg) Kilograms
Unit(lb) Pounds
StPt1 Set Point 1
OFF Off
GrEAt LESS,GrEAt Greater than
LESS followed by value Less Than
StPt2 Set Point 2
OFF Off
GrEAt LESS,GrEAt Greater Than
LESS followed by value Less Than
totAL Total
OFF Off
PrESS Press User Button
Auto Automatic Total
FUNCTION (Func)
Function
Allows the F1 button to be programmed to TEST, TOTAL, UNIT, NET/GROSS or PEAK
Action
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] until the display reads "Func".
3) Press [ENTER/TARE] and currently selected function will flash.
4) Press [SELECT/F1] until desired function is displayed.
5) Press [ENTER/TARE] to store or press [CLEAR/ZERO] to exit without changing.
Note: Display items in
bold are defaults.

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Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press to scroll
[SELECT/F1] to a different USER Setup operation.
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (A-OFF)
Function
The A-OFF feature, when enabled, prolongs the battery life of the scale by turning POWER
off when the scale is not in use. Any time a button is depressed (any button), or the detected
weight is in Motion, the time limit is reset. Therefore, the scale will stay on indefinitely if the
weight is changing or any button is pressed at least once. With A-OFF disabled, the scale will
remain on; only pressing POWER will turn it off.
Action
To Change the A-OFF Mode:
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] until the display reads "A-OFF".
3) Press [ENTER/TARE]. You are now in the A-OFF menu.
4) Press [SELECT/F1] to choose: OFF, .2 hours (12 minutes), or 1 hour.
When the desired Mode is displayed, press [ENTER/TARE] or press [CLEAR/ZERO] to exit without
changing.
Final
USER Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press
[SELECT/F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
FILTER (Filtr)
Function
Allows three levels of filtering to stabilize readability of the weight display.
Use
1) Use LO (low setting), for most scale applications. It settles fastest and is intended for
general use.
2) Use HI-1 (medium setting), when the scale is being used under conditions that cause light
to medium swinging.
3) Use HI-2 (high setting), when there is significant scale motion. There is a time penalty
when using the HI-2 setting. The operator should wait at least 5-15 seconds to ensure
that the final reading has settled (motion indicator off). (Not available in some Legal For
Trade scales).
Action
To change the Filter settings:
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] until the message reads "Filtr".
3) Press [ENTER/TARE]. The currently selected filter will flash.
4) Press [SELECT/F1] to change from LO (low), HI-1(medium) or HI-2 (high) settings. When
the desired Filter setting is displayed on the message display, pressor [ENTER/TARE] press
[CLEAR/ZERO] to exit without changing the setting.

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Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press [SELECT/
F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
LED BRIGHTNESS (LEdS)
Function
Sets the LED brightness to one of three fixed settings; or to an automatic setting that adjusts
brightness according to ambient light, and also adjusts to the lowest level of brightness when
the scale is inactive for 1 minute (Automatic Sleep Mode). Automatic Sleep Mode is recom-
mended for minimizing battery consumption.
Action
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] until "LEdS" is displayed.
3) Press [ENTER/TARE] and currently selected brightness will flash.
4) Press [SELECT/F1] to change from LO, HI-1 or HI-2 settings.
5) Press [ENTER/TARE] to store, or press [CLEAR/ZERO] to exit without changing.
Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press [SELECT/
F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
Note: To maximize battery life, set the LED to the Automatic Sleep Mode.
UNIT (kg/lb)
Function
Allows Units to alternate between kg and lb without the use of the USER button.
Action
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] until "Unit" is displayed.
3) Press [ENTER/TARE]. The display will show "Unit" while the indicator which correlates to
the currently set Unit (kg or lb) will flash.
4) Press [SELECT/F1] until desired Unit (kg or lb) is displayed.
5) Press [ENTER/TARE] to store, or press [CLEAR/ZERO] to exit without changing.
Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press [SELECT/
F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
Alternate Method: Program the USER button as UNITS or press [SELECT/F1] to scroll to a
different USER Setup operation.
SET POINTS (StPt1, StPt2)
Function
Set Points provide warnings and indications of weighments. When the weight is above
(greater than) or below (less than) a set value, the Port-A-Weigh can respond by turning on
the Set Point indicator light.

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SET POINT ENTRY
Function
To enter a Set Point.
Action
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] to choose the Set Point you wish programmed. Set Point 1 will be used
for this example.
3) When the display reads "StPt1" press [ENTER/TARE].
4) Determine if the Set Point will be active when the weight is above ("GrEAt") or below
("LESS") the entered value. Press [SELECT/F1] to choose the mode. For an overload alarm,
for example, you would choose greater. Press [ENTER/TARE].
5) The current Set Point value will flash.
6) Press [SELECT/F1] to enter the first digit of the desired Set Point weight value (Value
cannot exceed scale capacity). Continue to press [SELECT/F1] until the desired numeral for
the digit is obtained, then press [ENTER/TARE].
Note: Pressing [SELECT/F1] repeatedly will cycle through numeric values 0 to 9, and then 0 to
9 with the decimal point before repeating the cycle.
7) The next significant digit flashes. Press [SELECT/F1] to enter the next digit. Press [ENTER/
TARE] twice after the last character to complete the Set Point entry.
Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press [SELECT/
F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
TO DISABLE A SET POINT
Function
To turn off a Set Point.
Action
1) Hold in the [F1] button while turning on the power.
2) Press [SELECT/F1] to identify the Set Point you wish to disable. Set Point 1 will be used
for this example.
3) When the display reads "StPt1" press [ENTER/TARE].
4) Press [SELECT/F1] until the message "OFF" appears. Press [ENTER/TARE]. This disables the
Set Point and returns you to the Set Point menu.
Final
Setup menu is displayed. Press [CLEAR/ZERO] to return to normal operation or press [SELECT/
F1] to scroll to a different USER Setup operation.
TOTAL (totAL)
Function
Allows the TOTAL function to be set or disabled. The USER button must be programmed to
TOTAL in order to view the current TOTAL value, or to use Manual TOTAL.