OHAUS SCOUT PRO User manual

ScoutTM Pro Balance
Instruction Manual
Balanza ScoutTM Pro
Manual de instrucciones
Balance ScoutTM Pro
Manuel dinstruction
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Marking Directive Standard
73/23/EEC EN60950: 1992 + A1: 1993 + A2: 1993
Electrical e uipment for use + A3: 1995 + A4: 1997
within specified voltage limits
89/336/EEC EN61326: 1997 + A1: 1998
Electomagnetic compatibility Electrical e uipment for measurement, control
and laboratory use
Ted Xia
President
Ohaus Corporation
Pine Brook, NJ USA
Date: March 6, 2003
Ohaus Corporation
19A Chapin Road
P.O. Box 2033
Pine Brook, NJ 07058
USA
hereby declares that the following products are in conformity with the EEC directives
listed below (including any and all modifications).
Balance models: SP202, SP401, SP402, SP601, SP2001, SP2001N, SP4001,
SP6000, SPE123, SPE202, SPE402, SPE401, SPE601, SPE2001, SPE4001,
SPE6000, SPU123, SPU202, SPU402, SPU401, SPU601, SPU2001, SPU4001
SPU6000, SPG202F, SPG402F, SPG401F, SPG601F, SPG2001F, SPG4001F,
SPG6000F, SPS202F, SPS402F, SPS401F, SPS601F, SPS2001F, SPS4001F,
SPS6000F, JS40, JS500, JS1200
Declaration of Conformity
The undersigned, representing the following manufacturer
ISO 9001 Certificate for Ohaus Corporation  Ohaus Corporation, USA was examined and evaluated in
1994 by the Bureau Veritus Quality International (BVQI) and was awarded the ISO 9001 certificate. This
certifies that Ohaus Corporation, USA, has a uality system that conforms to the international standards
for uality management and uality assurance (ISO 9000 series). Repeat audits are carried out by BVQI
at intervals to check that the uality system is operated in the proper manner.
Johan Dierbach
General Manager
Ohaus Europe
Greifensee, Switzerland
Date: March 6, 2003
Last two digits of the year which the CE marking was affixed: 03
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CC NOTE: This e uipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This e uipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
fre uency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this e uipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the e uipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the e uipment and receiver.
 Connect the e uipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appariel numéri ue de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
AS/NZS4251.1 AS/NZS4252.1 Emission and Immunity
315
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SCOUT PRO EN-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................ EN-3
Safety Precautions ............................................................................ EN-3
2. INSTALLATION .................................................................................. EN-3
Unpacking ...................................................................................... EN-3
Installing Components ...................................................................... EN-4
Releasing the Shipping Lock ......................................................... EN-4
Platform Installation ..................................................................... EN-4
Security Bracket ........................................................................... EN-4
Selecting the Location....................................................................... EN-4
Balances with Level Adjustment ....................................................... EN-4
Connecting Power ............................................................................ EN-5
Battery Installation ....................................................................... EN-5
AC Adapter Installation .................................................................. EN-5
3. OPERATION..................................................................................... EN-5
Overview of Controls and Display Functions ........................................ EN-5
Button Functions .......................................................................... EN-7
Symbols Used for Operation of the Balance ..................................... EN-8
Turning the Balance On ................................................................ EN-8
Turning the Balance OFF ............................................................... EN-8
Navigating the Menus....................................................................... EN-9
Menu Structure ............................................................................ EN-9
Entering the Menus .................................................................... EN-10
Accepting/Bypassing an Individual Menu Item ............................... EN-10
Entering the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu ...................................................... EN-11
Turning Display Hold or Totalize Mode On..................................... EN-11
Exiting the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu ........................................................ EN-12
Entering the .U.N.I.T. Menu.......................................................... EN-12
Parts Counting .......................................................................... EN-13
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EN-2 SCOUT PRO
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.)
Calibration .................................................................................... EN-13
Span Calibration ......................................................................... EN-13
Linearity Calibration .................................................................... EN-14
Applications .................................................................................. EN-15
Weighing ................................................................................... EN-15
Weighing with Tare .................................................................. EN-15
Parts Counting ........................................................................... EN-16
Percent Weighing ....................................................................... EN-17
Establishing a New Reference Weight ......................................... EN-18
Exiting Percent Weighing .......................................................... EN-18
Display Hold .............................................................................. EN-18
Exiting Display Hold .................................................................... EN-19
Totalize ..................................................................................... EN-19
Clear Exit Totalize .................................................................... EN-20
Additional Features ......................................................................... EN-20
Weigh Below.............................................................................. EN-20
LFT (Legal for Trade on certain balances) ..................................... EN-20
Lock Switch ............................................................................... EN-21
Sealing the Balance .................................................................... EN-21
4. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ EN-22
Cleaning ....................................................................................... EN-22
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. EN-22
Error Codes List ............................................................................. EN-23
Accessories................................................................................... EN-24
5. TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................. EN-25
Specifications ................................................................................ EN-25
Warranty ...................................................................................... EN-27
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SCOUT PRO EN-3
1. INTRODUCTION
The Scout Pro offers, parts counting with auto optimization, display hold, totalize and
% weighing. Models are available with ranges from 200g to 6000g.
Scout Pro standard features include:
 Battery or AC operation (AC adapter included)
 Integral security bracket
 Programmable auto shut-off
 Span calibration masses included on certain models.
 Optional USB or RS232 interface available.
Safety Precautions
Please follow the safety precautions as listed.
CAUTION:
 Do not operate the balance around corrosive fumes.
 Use only the adapter provided with the balance.
 Do not try to service the Scout Pro balance.
 Before plugging in the Balance, make sure that the voltage of the power
adapter and plug match.
2. INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Check the completeness of the delivery. Inform your Ohaus dealer if parts are missing.
Your Scout Pro package contains:
 Scout Pro Balance  Warranty card  AC Power Adapter  Platform
 Instruction Manual  Calibration Masses ( on certain models)
Store the packaging material for future transport.
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EN-4 SCOUT PRO
Platform Installation
Balances with a rectangular platform are placed into the subplatform as shown and
rotated counter-clockwise until it locks. Round platforms are placed straight down.
Releasing the Shipping lock.
Unlocked
Position
Locked
Position
Installing Components
Releasing the Shipping Lock
On top of the balance, turn the pointer 90
degrees counter-clockwise to unlock.
Platform Installations.
Pointer
Security Bracket
A security bracket is provided at the rear of the balance allowing the balance to be
secured by an optional cable and lock accessory.
Selecting the Location
For best performance, the Scout Pro balance should be used in a clean, stable
environment. Do not use the balance in environments with excessive drafts, rapid
temperature changes, near magnetic fields or e uipment that generates magnetic fields,
or vibrations.
Incorrect Correct
Bubble Level indicator
Balances with Level Adjustment
Balances containing leveling feet and a
bubble level must be leveled before using.
See illustration for correct leveling.
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SCOUT PRO EN-5
Battery and AC Power Connections
Battery
Compartment
Cover
AC Adapter Input Jack
Connecting Power
Battery Installation
Install the Four AA batteries with polarity
as shown in the battery compartment.
AC Adapter Installation
Plug the AC adapter into the jack at the
rear of balance.
3. OPERATION
Overview of Controls and Display unctions
1
2
3
4
6
7
8910
11 12 1314 15 16
Balance
Rear of Balance
Display
5
28
17
18
19
20
2122
2324
25
26
27
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EN-6 SCOUT PRO
No. Designation Function
1. Feet1Provides leveling for certain models.
2. Spirt Level1Provides level indication.
3. Platform Weighing platform, either round or rectangular.
4. PRINT Unit button Prints data, scrolls through units, steps through units.
5. Display LCD display with ICONS.
6. Lockswitch Locks certain menu functions, located under balance.
7. ON/ZERO Off button On/Off, Zero, enters menu, accepts menu settings.
8. USB or RS232 port Optional kit for either RS232 operation or USB.
9. Security Bracket Part of balance for optional external cable and lock.
10. Power Input Jack Connector for AC adapter.
11. 7-segment LCD Part of 6-digit LCD display.
12. Brackets Auxilliary indication.
13. G (not used)
14. N (not used)
15. % Indicates percent weighing.
16. PC Indicates pieces during parts counting.
17. kg Indicates weight in kilograms.
18. dwt Indicates weight in pennyweights.
19. g Indicates weight in grams.
20/22. oz t Indicates weight in troy ounces.
21. t Indicates weight in taels or totalize mode.
22. oz Indicates weight in ounces.
23/22. lb:oz Indicates weight in pound:ounces.
23. lb Indicates weight in pounds.
24. Decimal point.
25 Stability indicator, indicates stable weight.
26. Negative sign.
27. (not used)
28. Battery indicator flashes when battery is down to
approximately 20 minutes of power remaining.
*
-

NOTES: 1. Certain models are provided with leveling feet and spirit level.
2. Unit measurement varies by model.
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SCOUT PRO EN-7
Button Functions
Two switches provide the necessary functions to access a given menu, select a function
and to turn it on or off. Functions are listed as follows:
ON/ZERO Off Button
Primary unction (On-Zero)- Turns on balance. If balance is on, zeros the
display.
Secondary unction (Off)- Turns balance off, O will be displayed after button is
held for 3 seconds. In Display Hold or Totalize mode, a long press exits the mode
without turning the balance off.
Menu unction- An extended long press (>5 seconds) during power up will cause
the balance to enter the Menu mode. A short press is used to accept a setting on a
display.
PRINT Unit Button
Primary unction (PRINT)- Sends print command to interface port. If Display Hold
or Totalize mode is active, a short press will enter that mode.
Secondary unction (unit)- Press and hold scrolls through units. Release on
desired unit.
Menu unction- Will bypass setting shown on display.
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EN-8 SCOUT PRO
Symbols Used for Operation of the Balance
Symbols are used to simplify the setup and operation of the balance. A description of
each symbol follows:
1
3
5
PRINT
Unit

Press
The clock symbols adjacent to the finger symbol indicates the
length of time to press a button.
ON/ZERO
Off
Panel control buttons used to intiate actions.
Displays are sho n as they actually appear on
the balance. Model ith 200g capacity as
used in the displays sho n in this manual.
Indicates scrolling to a final display. The first and last displays are sho n.
ON/ZERO
Off
1
Indicates advances to next display.

Turning the Balance On
Turning the Balance Off
ON/ZERO
Off
3
1 second momentary press.
3 second extended press.
5 second extended press.
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SCOUT PRO EN-9
Navigating the Menus
Menu Structure
Cal
Yes/No
Setup
Auto-Off
On/Off
Lin Cal
Yes/No
LFT2
On/Off
Mode
Hold
Totalize
Off
End
Yes/No
Units1
g
On/Off
kg
On/Off
oz
On/Off
ozt
On/Off
dwt
On/Off
lb
On/Off
lb:oz
On/Off
t
taels - Hong Kong
taels - Singapore
taels - Taiwan
PC
Count
Cnt. Enh
Off
%
On/Off
End
Yes/No
End
Yes/No
NOTES:
1. Refer to specification table for available units.
2. LFT models only.
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EN-10 SCOUT PRO
Entering the Menus
There are four main menus in the balance: .C.A.L., .S.E.T.U.P., .U.N.I.T.S. and .E.N.D.
Start with the balance off and the Lock Switch OFF (see page 21).
The se uence is shown below.
ON/ZERO
Off
5
1
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
1(Weigh Mode)
(Release button)
Accepting / Bypassing an Individual Menu Item
Start with menu item displayed.
ON/ZERO
Off
1
= YES Accept
1
PRINT
Unit
= NO
PRINT
Unit
(Short presses
advances through
menu)
NN
NY
YNN
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SCOUT PRO EN-11
1
PRINT
Unit
Entering the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu
The .S.E.T.U.P. menu contains Auto-Off, LFT (on certain models), Linearity Calibration,
Mode (Display Hold, Totalize) and END. Auto-Off and LFT can be turned ON or OFF.
Display Hold, and Totalize re uire entering the Mode submenu.
Starting from the .C.A.L. menu.
1(First menu)
Select ON or OFF for Auto-Off or LFT. To
enter Display Hold or Totalize, you must
first enter the Mode sub-menu.
ON/ZERO
Off
1
ON/ZERO
Off
1
PRINT
Unit
1
ON/ZERO
Off
(To exit and save)
Turning Display Hold or Totalize Mode On
NOTE: Only one mode can be active at one time.
Start at the .S.E.T.U.P. menu.
PRINT
Unit
(Press repeatedly to)
ON/ZERO
Off
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
1
Select YES to desired mode, then continue.
Y
Y
Y
Y
N
N
N
NN
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EN-12 SCOUT PRO
Exiting the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu
Select ON/OFF or YES/NO to desired menu items, proceed to .E.N.D. menu.
PRINT
Unit
(Short presses)

ON/ZERO
Off
1

1
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
1
Y
Y
N
NN
Entering the .U.N.I.T. Menu
The .U.N.I.T. menu contains units of measure, PC (parts counting), % weighing and
END. Units vary with the model type. Determine which units are to be turned on or off.
ON/ZERO
Off
1
ON/ZERO
Off
1
Start in the .U.N.I.T. menu. Select either ON or OFF for each unit.
(Turn ON)
PRINT
Unit
1
ON/ZERO
Off
1
PRINT
Unit
1(To advance)
(To accept)
YY
Y
N
N
NOTE: Repeated presses of PRINT Unit button will go though all units, you then may
select ON or OFF. Parts Counting is slightly different.
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SCOUT PRO EN-13
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
1
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
1
1
Parts Counting
Two types of counting modes are available, standard or enhanced.
PRINT
Unit
1
OR
ON/ZERO
Off
1
(See page 16 for details)
Exiting the .U.N.I.T. Menu
Use the same procedure as Exiting the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu.
Calibration
Span Calibration
Span calibration uses two calibration points, zero and a specified calibration weight.
Before beginning calibration, make sure the Lock Switch is off. Clear the platform.
NOTE: Value of calibration mass depends on capacity of balance. After calibration, the
balance returns to the currently selected weigh mode.
Start with the balance OFF.
5
ON/ZERO
Off
1(Place mass value on platform)
(Acquiring zero value)
(Release button)
ON/ZERO
Off

(Example)
Y
Y
Y
N
N
N
N
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ON/ZERO
Off
1
(Remove mass)
Span Calibration (Cont.)
Linearity Calibration
Linearity calibration uses three calibration points; zero, mid-scale and full scale.
Lin Cal must be selected and set to YES in the .S.E.T.U.P. Menu. Before beginning
calibration, make sure the menu Lock Switch is off. Clear the platform.
Start with the balance OFF.
5
1
ON/ZERO
Off
ON/ZERO
Off
PRINT
Unit
1
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
(Place mass value on platform)
ON/ZERO
Off
(Place mass value on platform)
(Remove mass)
ON/ZERO
Off

1
1
1
1
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
N
N
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SCOUT PRO EN-15
Applications
Scout Pro applications include: Weighing, Parts Counting, Percent Weighing, Display
Hold and Totalize.
Weighing
Start with the balance on.
ON/ZERO
Off
1(Place sample on platform)
(Example 50g)
Weighing with Tare
Taring zeros the container weight. With the balance on, place an empty container on
the platform. (Display example indicates a container weight of 23g.)
ON/ZERO
Off
1
(Container weight)
(Rezero the display)
(Stable reading)
(Container weight tared)
(Place material in container)
(50g sample)
(Remove container with material)
NOTE: Removing the container and material from the platform will cause the balance to
display the containers weight as a negative number. The tared weight remains until
ON/ZERO Off button is pressed again or the balance is turned off.
Y
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EN-16 SCOUT PRO
Parts Counting
Parts Counting is enabled only when PC is turned ON in the .U.N.I.T. menu. In parts
counting mode, there are two modes of parts counting, normal and enhanced. In
normal parts counting, the balance determines the uantity based on the average weight
of the parts in the original reference uanitity. In the enhanced mode, additional parts
can be added to the platform e ual to or less than the original number. The additional
reference uantity produces a more accurate average part weight.
PRINT
Unit
(Press and hold until PC is displayed)
ON/ZERO
Off
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
1
1
(Press repeatedly to
change to 10, 20 or 50)
(Add parts to be counted)
Standard Parts Counting
(Clear average part weight)
(Place 50 parts)
or
Enhanced Parts Counting
(Add less than 50)
(Add parts to be counted)
Y
Y
N
NOTE: The preceding procedure for enhanced counting can be repeated as many times
as necessary providing the uantity added is less than the original entry.
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SCOUT PRO EN-17
Parts Counting (Cont.)
Percent Weighing
Percent Weighing is enabled only when Percent is turned ON in the .U.N.I.T. menu.
Percent weighing permits placing a reference weight on the balance, then viewing
other loads as a percentage of the reference. The reference weight e uals100%. Start
in the weighing mode and Zero the display.
(Press and hold until % is displayed)
PRINT
Unit
ON/ZERO
Off
1(Place reference weight) (Stores reference weight 100g)
ON/ZERO
Off
1
(Example)
PRINT
Unit
To count different parts, press and hold, until PC reappears, release Unit button.
(Remove reference weight)
(Place load on the platform, display indicates percentage of reference weight.)
YY
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