OHAUS Valor 3000 User manual

Valor TM 3000 Series
Instruction Manual
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1. INTRODUCTION
This manual contains installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the
ValorTM 3000 Series Scales. Please read the manual completely before using the
scale.
1.1 Safety Precautions
Please follow these safety precautions:
• Verify that the AC Adapter input voltage matches the local AC power supply.
• Use the scale only in dry locations.
• Do not operate the scale in hostile environments.
• Do not drop loads on the platform.
• Do not place the scale upside down on the pan.
• Service should be performed only by authorized personnel.
1.2. Controls
Figure 1-1. Controls.

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TABLE 1-1. CONTROL FUNCTIONS.
Button Functions
O/T On/Off Short Press: (when off) Turns scale on
(when on) Sets display to zero
Tares weight of item on pan
Long Press: Turns the scale off
MODE/UNIT
Menu
Short Press Steps through active units and modes
Long Press: Enters menu
Short Press (Menu) “No” (toggles through available settings)
ENTER Cal Short Press: Stores 100% reference in % mode
Stores reference sample in SG mode
Long Press Initiates span calibration process
Short Press(Menu) “Yes” (selects/accepts displayed setting)
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Package Contents
• Scale
• Pan
• Power Adapter
• Instruction Manual
• Warranty Card
2.2. Location
Use the scale on a firm, steady surface. Avoid locations with excessive air current,
vibrations, heat sources, or rapid temperature changes. Adjust the leveling feet so
the bubble is centered in the circle.

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Figure 2-1. Leveling the Scale.
2.3. Transport lock
Open the battery cover. Move the transport lock switch to “Unlock” position. Install
4 C (LR14) batteries, if desired. Reinstall the battery cover
Figure 2-2. Battery Installation.
2.4 Power
The AC adapter (included) may be used to power the scale when battery power is
not available. Remove the rubber seal in the bottom. Store it in the location
provided. Connect the AC adaptor plug to the input jack.
NOTE: To prevent water ingress during cleaning, insert back rubber seal into the
input jack recess.

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Figure 2-3. Power Connection and Sealing.
2.5 Initial Calibration
When the scale is first installed, it should be calibrated to ensure accurate weighing
results.
Press and hold the ENTER/Cal button until CAL is displayed. When the button is
again pressed and released, the display shows -C- while zero reading is stored.
Next, the display shows the calibration weight value in grams. Place the specified
calibration weight (sold separately) on the pan. See Table 2-1 for appropriate
weights. The display shows -C- while the reading is stored. The display returns to
the previous application mode and scale is ready for use.
TABLE 2-1. CALIBRATION WEIGHTS.
MODELS
V31XH202 V31XH402 V31XH2 V31XH4 V31X501
Calibration
Weights 200g 400 g 2 kg 4 kg 500 g
MODELS
V31X3 V31X6 V31XW301 V31XW3 / V31X3N V31XW6 / V31X6N
Calibration
Weights 3 kg 6 kg 300 g 3 kg 6 kg
3. OPERATION
3.1 Weighing Mode
Use this mode to measure the weight of a sample in the selected unit of measure.
1. Press MODE/UNIT/Menu until the desired unit icon is displayed.
2. Put an empty container on the pan, then press O/T/On/Off to tare the container
weight.
3. Add material to the container. The display shows the weight of the material.

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3.2 Percent Mode
Use this mode to measure the weight of a sample as a percentage of a reference
weight.
1. Press MODE/UNIT/Menu until Set.rEF and the % icon are displayed.
2. Press No to use the reference weight in memory and proceed to step 6.
3. Press Yes to establish a new reference. Scale display will now blink until
reference is stored.
4. Put an empty container on the pan, then press O/T/On/Off to tare the container
weight.
5. Add the desired amount of material to the container, then press ENTER/Cal to
store the displayed weight. The display shows 100%.
6. Replace the reference material with new material. The display shows the
percentage of the sample compared to reference weight.
3.3 Specific Gravity Mode
Use this mode to measure the specific gravity of a sample.
1. Press MODE/UNIT/Menu until Set.rEF and the S icon are displayed.
2. Press No to use the reference weight in memory and proceed to step 6.
3. Press Yes to establish a new reference weight. Scale display will now blink until
reference is stored.
4. Put an empty container on the pan, then press O/T/On/Off to tare the
container weight.
5. Fill the container with water, then press ENTER/Cal to store the displayed
weight. The display shows the water weight with the S icon blinking.
6. Replace the water with the same volume of sample material, then press
ENTER/Cal. The display shows the specific gravity of the sample.
3.4 Fluid Ounce Mode
Use this mode to measure the fluid ounce volume of a sample.
1. Press MODE/UNIT/Menu until the FL icon is displayed.
2. Put an empty container on the pan, then press O/T/On/Off to tare the
container weight.
3. Fill the container with sample material. The display shows the volume of the
sample.

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4. SETTINGS
The Menu allows the user to customize scale settings.
4.1 Menu Navigation
Press and hold MODE/UNIT/Menu button until SEtUP is displayed, then release it.
Press Yes to enter the displayed menu. or press No to advance to the next menu.
Once in the menu, press Yes to view the menu item setting or press No to move to
the next menu item. When viewing the setting, press Yes to accept the setting, or
press No to change the setting. When End is displayed, press Yes to advance to the
next menu or No to return to the top of the current menu.
4.2 Setup Menu
STABILITY RANGE
Set the stability range to 0.5d, 1d, 2d or 5d (divisions).
AUTO ZERO TRACKING RANGE
Set the automatic zero tracking range to OFF, 0.5d, 1d, 3d
(divisions).
FILTER LEVEL
Set the filter level to LO (low), ME (medium), or HI (high).
BACK LIGHT
Set the back light functionality to OFF (always
off), ON (always on) or Auto (turns on when a
key is pressed or the displayed weight changes).
AUTO OFF
Set the automatic shut off functionality to ON (shut off after
5 minutes) or OFF (stays on).

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POWER ON UNIT
Set the unit of measure displayed at startup to g, kg, lb, oz
or lb:oz.
GLOBAL RESET
Select YES (reset menus to factory defaults) or NO (do not
reset).
Units will be set to factory defaults.
Menu Default
Stability Range 1d
Auto zero
Tracking
0.5d
Filter Level ME
Back Light Auto
Auto off On
LEGAL FOR TRADE
This menu item is only included in models V31XW301,
V31XW3, V31XW6, V31X3N and V31X6N. Refer to
Section 5 for details.
Set the legal for trade operation to ON or OFF.
NOTE:When Legal For Trade is set to ON, the Menu settings are affected as follows:
• Calibration is disabled and hidden.
• The Stability range setting is locked at the 1d setting and hidden.
• The Auto Zero Tracking range setting is locked at the 0.5d setting and hidden.
• The Power On Unit is locked at its current setting and hidden.
• The Filter setting is locked at its current setting and hidden.
• The Backlight setting is unlocked and visible.
• The Auto Off setting is unlocked and visible.
• The Global reset setting is locked at the NO setting and hidden.
• The Kilogram, Gram, Pound and Ounce units are locked at their current setting
(ON or OFF) and hidden.
• The Pound:Ounce and Fluid Ounce units are locked at the OFF setting and hidden.
• The Percent mode is locked at its current setting (ON or OFF) and hidden.
• The Specific Gravity mode is locked at the OFF setting and hidden.
NOTE: When Legal for Trade is set to ON, it is necessary to set the security switch to
ON before exiting the menu. If the security switch is not set to ON, the message
“SW.OFF” is displayed and the indicator returns to the menu.

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END
Advance to the Unit/Mode menu (Yes) or back to Setup (No).
4.3 Unit/Mode Menu
GRAM UNIT
Set grams ON or OFF.
KILOGRAM UNIT
Set kilograms ON or OFF.
POUND UNIT
Set pounds ON or OFF.
OUNCE UNIT
Set ounces ON or OFF. If ON is selected, set DEC
(decimal ounces) or FrA (fractional ounces)
POUND OUNCE UNIT
Set pound ounces ON or OFF. If On is selected, set DEC
(decimal ounces) or FrA (fractional ounces)
FLUID OUNCE MODE
Set fluid ounces ON or OFF.
PERCENT MODE
Set percent ON or OFF.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY MODE
Set specific gravity ON or OFF.
END
Exit to the previous Unit/Mode (Yes) or g (No).

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5. LEGAL FOR TRADE
When model V31XW301, V31XW3, V31XW6, V31X3N or V31X6N is used in trade
or a legally controlled application it must be set up, verified and sealed in
accordance with local weights and measures regulations. It is the responsibility of
the purchaser to ensure that all pertinent legal requirements are met.
5.1 Settings
Before verification and sealing, perform the following steps:
• Set the Security Switch to the OFF position.
• Set LFT to OFF under Setup menu.
• Calibrate the scale.
• Enter the Units menu.
• Set the desired units of measure to ON.
• Exit the Units menu.
• Enter the Setup menu.
• Set the desired Filter level.
• Set the desired Power On Unit.
• Set LFT to ON.
• Set the Security Switch to ON.
• Exit the Setup menu.
Figure 5-1. Security Switch Settings
5.2 Verification
The local weights and measures official or authorized service agent must perform the
verification procedure.
ON OFF
Switch

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5.3 Sealing
The local weights and measures official or authorized service agent must apply a
security seal to prevent tampering with the settings. Refer to the illustrations below
for sealing methods.
Wire Seal
Remove the spacers under the cross
drilled screws. Re-install the screws and
feed the wire through the cross drilled
holes.
Paper Seal
Place the paper seals over the screws
and sealing spacers.
Figure 5-2. Sealing methods.

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6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 Troubleshooting
The following table lists common problems and possible causes and remedies.
If the problem persists, contact Ohaus or your authorized dealer.
TABLE 6-1. TROUBLESHOOTING.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Cannot turn on No power to scale Verify connections and voltage.
Poor accuracy Improper calibration • Unstable
environment
Perform calibration • Move scale to
suitable location
Cannot calibrate Unstable environment •
Incorrect calibration weight
Move the scale to suitable location
• Use correct calibration weight
Cannot access
mode Mode not enabled Enter menu and enable mode
Cannot access unit Unit not enabled Enter menu and enable unit
Err 8.1 Pan has load during power on Remove weight from pan and re-
zero.
Err 8.2 Pan was removed prior to
power on Install pan and re-zero.
OVER Weight on pan exceeds
capacity Remove weight from the pan
UNDER Pan was removed during
weighing Re-install pan
Err 9 Factory calibration data
corrupted
Contact Ohaus or an authorized
service agent • Perform service
calibration
REF Err Reference Weight is too small Use larger sample
LOWrEF Reference Weight is too low for
accurate percent weighing.
Continue to weigh with less
accurate results
6.2 Service Information
If the troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem, contact
your authorized Ohaus service agent. For service assistance or technical support in
the United States call toll-free 1-800-526-0659 between 8.00 AM and 5:00 PM
EST. An Ohaus product service specialist will be available to provide assistance.
Outside the USA, please visit our web site, www.ohaus.com to locate the Ohaus
office nearest you.

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7. TECHNICAL DATA
The technical data is valid under the following ambient conditions:
Ambient temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Relative humidity: 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Height above sea level: Up to 4000 m
Operability is assured at ambient temperatures between 0°C and 40°C
Power: AC adapter 9VDC @ 1.2A max. output
Protection: Protected against dust and water
Pollution degree: 2
Installation category: Class III
EMC: See Declaration of Conformity
7.1 Specifications
TABLE 7-1. SPECIFICATIONS
Model V31XH202 V31XH402 V31XH2 V31XH4 V31X501
Capacity 200 400 2000 4000 500
Repeatability (g) 0.01 0.1
Linearity (g) ±0.01 ±0.1
Approval Class -
Ingress Protection -
Weighing Units g, kg, lb, oz, lb:oz
Application Modes Weigh, Percent weighing, Specific Gravity, Fluid Ounces
Tare range To capacity by subtraction
Stabilization Time ≤3 seconds
Power
Requirements
9 VDC @ 1.2A max. AC adaptor (supplied)
or 4 C (LR14) batteries (not supplied)
Calibration Digital with external weight
Display Type 6-digit 7-segment LCD with white LED backlight
Display Size 15 mm / 0.6” digits
Keypad 3-button overlay
Pan Size
(mm / in) 120 / 4.7 146 x 158 / 5.7 x 6.2 120 / 4.7
Net Weight
(kg / lb) 1.2 / 2.6 1.3 / 2.9 1.2 / 2.6
Shipping Weight
(kg/lb) 2.0 / 4.3 2.1 / 4.6 2.0 / 4.3

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TABLE 7-1. SPECIFICATIONS
Model V31X3 V31X6 V31XW301 V31XW3/
V31X3N
V31XW6/
V31X6N
Capacity 3000 6000 300 3000 6000
Repeatability (g) 1 0.2 1 2
Linearity (g) ±1 ±0.2 ±1 ±2
Approval Class - III
Ingress Protection - IP65 / *
Weighing Units g, kg, lb, oz, lb:oz
Application
Modes Weigh, Percent weighing, Specific Gravity, Fluid Ounces
Tare range To capacity by subtraction
Stabilization Time ≤3 seconds
Power
Requirements
9 VDC @ 1.2A max. AC adaptor (supplied)
or 4 C (LR14) batteries (not supplied)
Calibration Digital with external weight
Display Type 6-digit 7-segment LCD with white LED backlight
Display Size 15 mm / 0.6” digits
Keypad 3-button overlay
Pan Size
(mm / in) 146 x 158 / 5.7 x 6.2
Net Weight
(kg / lb) 1.3 / 2.9 1.4 / 3.1
Shipping Weight
(kg/lb) 2.1 / 4.6 2.2 / 4.8
* Models V31X3N and V31X6N are not rated IP65

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7.2. Capacity and Readability
TABLE 7-2. CAPACITY AND READABILITY
MODELS
UNITS SECURITY
SWITCH V31XH202 V31XH402 V31XH2 V31XH4 V31X501
ON NA NA NA NA NA
g OFF 200.00
x 0.01
400.00
x 0.01
2000.0
x 0.1
4000.0
x 0.1
500.0
x 0.1
ON NA NA NA NA NA
kg OFF 0.20000
x 0.00001
0.40000
x 0.00001
2.0000
x 0.0001
4.0000
x 0.0001
0.5000
x 0.0001
ON NA NA NA NA NA
oz OFF 7.0550
x 0.0005
14.1095
x 0.0005
70.550
x 0.005
141.095
x 0.005
17.635
x 0.005
ON NA NA NA NA NA
lb OFF 0.44090
x 0.00005
0.88185
x 0.00005
4.4090
x 0.0005
8.81850
x 0.0005
1.1025
x 0.0005
ON NA NA NA
lb:oz OFF NA NA
4lb :
6.55 oz
x 0.01 oz
8lb :
13.10 oz
x 0.01 oz
1lb :
1.64 oz
x 0.01 oz
ON NA NA NA NA NA
oz
(fra) OFF 7
x 1/8
14 1/8
x 1/8
70 ½
x 1/8
141 1/8
x 1/8
17 5/8
x 1/8
ON NA NA NA
lb: oz
(fra) OFF NA NA
4lb :
6 ½oz
x 1/8 oz
8lb :
13 1/8
x 1/8 oz
1lb :
1 5/8 oz
x 1/8 oz
ON NA NA NA NA NA
fl OFF 6.7630
x 0.0005
13.5255
x 0.0005
67.630
x 0.005
135.255
x 0.005
16.905
x 0.005

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TABLE 7-2. CAPACITY AND READABILITY
MODELS
UNITS SECURITY
SWITCH V31X3 V31X6 V31XW301
V31XW3 /
V31X3N
V31XW6 /
V31X6N
ON NA NA 300.0
x 0.2
3000
x 1
6000
x 2
g
OFF 3000
x 1
6000
x 1
300.0
x 0.1
3000.0
x 0.5
6000
x 1
ON NA NA 0.3000
x 0.0002
3.000
x 0.001
6.000
x 0.002
kg
OFF 3.000
x 0.001
6.000
x 0.001
0.3000
x 0.0001
3.0000
x 0.0005
6.000
x 0.001
ON NA NA 10.58
x 0.01
105.80
x 0.05
211.6
x 0.1
oz
OFF 105.80
x 0.05
211.65
x 0.05
10.585
X 0.005
105.80
x 0.02
211.60
x 0.05
ON NA NA 0.6615
x 0.0005
6.615
x 0.005
13.225
x 0.005
lb
OFF 6.615
x 0.005
13.230
x 0.005
0.6615
x 0.0005
6.615
x 0.002
13.225
x 0.005
ON NA NA NA
6 lb :
9.80 oz
x 0.05 oz
13 lb :
3.6 oz
x 0.1 oz
lb:oz
OFF
6 lb :
9.80 oz
x 0.05 oz
13lb :
3.65 oz
x 0.05 oz
NA
6 lb :
9.80 oz
x 0.02 oz
13 lb :
3.60 oz
x 0.05 oz
ON NA NA 10 ½
x 1/8
105 ½
x 1/8
211 ½
x 1/8
oz
(fra) OFF 105 ½
x 1/8
211 ½
x 1/8
10 ½
x 1/8
105 ½
x 1/8
211 ½
x 1/8
ON NA NA NA
6lb :
9 ½oz
x 1/8oz
13 lb :
3 ½oz
x 1/8oz
lb: oz
(fra)
OFF
6lb :
9 ½oz
x 1/8 oz
13 lb :
3 ½oz
x 1/8 oz
NA
6lb :
9 ½oz
x 1/8 oz
13 lb :
3 ½oz
x 1/8 oz
ON NA NA 10.14
x 0.01
101.45
x 0.05
202.9
x 0.1
fl
OFF 101.45
x 0.05
202.90
x 0.05
10.140
x 0.005
101.44
x 0.02
202.90
x 0.05

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7.3 Drawings
Figure 7-1. All Models except V31XH202, V31XH402, V31X501
Figure 7-2. Models V31XH202, V31XH402, V31X501

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Accessories
Slide accessories over the rear of the pan assembly and position them as shown in
the illustration below.
Figure 7-3. Sandwich pan
Figure 7-4. French fries holder
Figure 7-5. Ice cream cone holder

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7.4 Compliance
Compliance to the following standards is indicated by the corresponding mark on the
product
.
Marking Standard
This product conforms to the EMC directive 2004/108/EC, the Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and the Non-automatic Weighing
Instruments Directive 90/384/EEC. The complete Declaration of
Conformity is available from Ohaus Corporation.
AS/NZS4251.1 Emission, AS/NZS4252.1 Immunity
NSF/ANSI 169 – 2005
NSF/ANSI /3-A 14159-1 - 2002
Important notice for verified weighing instruments
Weighing Instruments verified at the place of manufacture bear
one of the preceding mark on the packing label and the green ‘M’
(metrology) sticker on the descriptive plate. They may be put into
service immediately.
Weighing Instruments to be verified in two stages have no green
‘M’ (metrology) on the descriptive plate and bear one of the
preceding identification mark on the packing label. The second
stage of the initial verification must be carried out by the approved
service organization of the authorized representative within the EC
or by the national weight & measures (W+M) authorities.
The first stage of the initial verification has been carried out at the manufacturers
work. It comprises all tests according to the adopted European standard EN
45501:1992, paragraph 8.2.2.
If national regulations limit the validity period of the verification, the user of the
weighing instrument must strictly observe the re-verification period and inform the
respective W+M authorities.