MSI Port-A-Weigh MSI-4260 User manual

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................4
Certification............................................................4
Specifications .........................................................4
Unpacking ..............................................................5
Controls ..................................................................5
Operation ................................................................6
Battery Pack ...........................................................7
Battery Operation ...................................................7
Back Light .............................................................. 8
Other Features ........................................................ 8
Internal Switch Settings ......................................... 9
Calibration Verification .......................................11
Complete Calibration ...........................................12
Battery Charger Operation ...................................13
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................15
Proper Loading Procedure ...................................17
The MSI Limited Warranty..................................18

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INTRODUCTION
The Measurement Systems International Port-A-Weigh is a computerized, 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 against moisture by the use of O-rings.
The scale housing is made of impact resistant cast aluminum alloy. All elec-
tronics are shock mounted and the display window is impact resistant polycar-
bonate. The accuracy of the scale meets or exceeds the requirements of Na-
tional Institute of Standards Technology, Handbook 44. For most scales, this is
0.1% of applied load.
CERTIFICATION
Measurement Systems International (MSI) certifies the MSI-4260 Port-A-
Weigh has been thoroughly tested and inspected and found to meet its pub-
lished specifications when shipped from the factory. MSI further certifies that
its calibration measurements are traceable to NIST.
❏ Fishing Industry Model
❏ Industrial Model
❏ Legal-For-Trade Model
Program Number ______________________________________
Capacity _______________________ ❏ Lb.❏ Kg
Serial Number ______________________________________
SW1 (Front switch) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SW2 (Rear switch) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Note: Circled numbers above are closed.
Cal Number ______________________________________
Standard Options ______________________________________
______________________________________
Custom Options ______________________________________
SPECIFICATIONS
Accuracy:
Plus or minus 0.1% of applied load

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Operating Temperature Range:
14°to 140°F (-10°to 60°C)
Power:
12 Volt lead acid rechargeable battery (charger included)
Operating Time:
LCD: 50 hours, LED: 25 hours (between charges)
Enclosure:
NEMA IV, alodined cast aluminum
Safe Overload:
200% rated capacity
Ultimate Overload:
500% rated capacity with the following exceptions:
50,000 lb = 490% of kilogram capacity
70,000 lb = 475% of pound capacity, 430% of kilogram capacity
100,000 lb = 450% of kilogram capacity
UNPACKING
When unpacking the scale from the shipping container, insure that all 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 con-
tainer when shipping or transporting the Port-A-Weigh.
CONTROLS
Port-A-Weigh operation is controlled by depressing a series of push-button
switches. These switches are totally sealed against moisture and are recessed to
prevent damage caused by rough handling.
Push-button controls – Industrial Model
Industrial Model
There are 5 push-button controls which are described below:
1. ON/OFF: Turns the unit on or off. Unit will automatically shut off after

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5 minutes of non-operation.
2. LOCK: Depressing this switch overrides the automatic shut-off for
continuous use.
3. ZERO: Sets the display to “0”. Any positive weight zeroed will be
subtracted from the scale capacity. Negative weights that are zeroed will
have no affect on the capacity.
4. TARE: The Tare control consists of two push-button; SET and CLEAR.
By pushing the Set button, any hanging load on the scale will be tared.
The scale will display “0” and operate in the Net mode. Tare Clear
removes the set value and returns the scale to the Gross operating mode.
OPERATION
1. Turn the unit on with the ON/OFF push-button. Upon activation, the
display on the Port-A-Weigh will display a segment check of “-88888”.
Missing segments alerts the operator that the display is not working
properly.
Immediately following the segment check “-88888” a program number
will appear (P-16, P-18 or other variation. This is a number that
signifies what computer program is being used in a particular scale.
Program numbers change as new models appear on the market or as
additional features are added to the scale.
Following the segment check and program number, the display will
stabilize and will be ready for operation.
2. Depress the Lock button (Industrial Model Only) if continuous opera-
tion is desired.
Note: The Lock button has no affect until the test sequence (Item 1
above) is complete.
3. Depress the Zero button to set the display to a zero weight reading.
4. For net weight operation, tare weights may be entered using the Set
button. Tare value may be removed with the Clear button.
5. Turn the unit off to conserve battery life when weighing is complete.

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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 50 hours with the LCD display and 25
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
flashing a tick in the upper left-hand corner of the display adjacent to the “LO”
marking cast into the housing.
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 automatically.
Instructions for charging are located on the battery charger. Charging time for a
completely discharged battery is approximately 16 hours. A spare battery pack

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is recommended to keep the Port-A-Weigh continuously operational.
Note: More frequent charging of the battery prolongs its life.
BACK LIGHT
A display light for low light operation is standard with the Port-A-Weigh. This
light is activated and deactivated by a photocell which senses ambient light
levels. No controls are required to activate the backlight.
OTHER FEATURES
1. The capacity of your scale is located on the scale just above the display
window. If this capacity is exceeded by approximately 4%, the unit will
display “EEEE”. (This overrange point will be decreased if positive
weight has been zeroed out.
2. To convert from Pounds to Kilograms, reverse the capacity plate located
on the scale exterior above the display window and reset the internal
Pound/Kilogram and Count By switches. (See “Internal Switch Settings”
and Figure 1).
3. The unit has a safe mechanical overload capacity of 200% and an ultimate
overload of 500%. Overloads greater than 500% may result in structural
failure.
4. Legal-For-Trade model: The accuracy of this scale is 0.1% of applied
load. The operating controls and accuracy allow it to be sealed as Legal-
For-Trade.
5. Remote Control ON/ZERO: When fitted with this option, the scale may
be activated and zeroed by using a hand-held transmitter, or may be
operated as a standard unit. A two position selector switch located on the
lower left side of the electronic housing selects local in the scale. The
switch should be turned off when the scale is not in use to conserve
battery life.
In remote operation , the scale is activated by depressing the hand-held
transmitter switch. Depressing the switch a second time will zero the
scale. The scale will operate for 5 minutes before automatically turning
off to preserve battery life. A Zero/Tare memory is supplied as standard,
so that the amount previously zeroed or tared will be recalled when the
scale is reactivated.
All radio controlled scales are shipped with the same operational codes.
If more than one radio controlled scale is to be used at the same location,
the codes should be changed to prevent inadvertent interference. Consult
your dealer or the factory for instructions.
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be pre set without a load on the scale. Using the UP and DOWN switches,
specific negative tare values may be entered. (Not available on Legal-
For-Trade models).
Note: The preceding instructions are intended as an operational aid for
the Port-A-Weigh. More complete service information and specifica-
tions are available on request from the factory.
INTERNAL SWITCH SETTINGS
The Port-A-Weigh has several internal switches. The same printed circuit
board is used for every capacity Port-A-Weigh. Two sets of switches are
manipulated to set up various capacities and “count by” increments. These
switches are accessed through an access port located on the right side of the
scale. (See figure 1).
SW1 – Front Switch
1, 2 Count By - Determines increments in which the weight is displayed.
3, 4 Rated Capacity in Pounds - These switches match the electronics to the
load cell used for a given capacity.
5 Auto Zero Maintenance (AZM) - Activates or deactivates the auto zero
maintenance. This feature eliminates zero drift in the absence of weight
on the scale.
6 LB/KG Select - Selects whether the load being weighed is displayed in
pounds or kilograms. The scale may require slight recalibration.
Note: Count By must also be changed.
7 Filter - Activates or deactivates the digital motion filter. Activating this
switch helps to stabilize the display when the item being weighed is
moving. This switch should remain on during normal operation.
8 Memory Enable - Activates or deactivates the zero memory. When
activated, it will allow the scale to remember the last amount zeroed out
if the scale should be shut off. When deactivated, the amount zeroed out
will be forgotten when the scale is turned off.
Note: This switch must be left open if the zero memory is not installed.
SW2 – Rear Switch
1 - 4 Analog Gain Select - Acts as a course gain control when calibrating the
scale. The capacity of the scale will determine the position of these
switches. (Note: only one switch can be closed at a time)
5, 6 CAL Select: - Determines the magnitude of the calibration number
displayed when the CAL Test switch is activated.
7 CAL Test - Activates the CAL test.
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display. (For systems having program numbers P-14 and below only). On
programs P-15 and above, the decimal point is automatically set.
Note: The Operational Mode Chart included in these instructions indi-
cates proper switch settings for each capacity. (See Figure 2).
Figure 1: Location of Internal Switches and Gain Potentiometers
Figure 2: Internal Switch Setting Table