Rice Lake MSI-8000 User manual

MSI-8000
RF Remote Display
Technical Manual
PN 133063 Rev E

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Contents
Contents 1
© Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.
September 19, 2016
Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training
or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department.
1.0 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Front Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3.1 Key/Annunciator Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0 Operation......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Zero. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.0 Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3 Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3.1 Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3.2 Battery Longevity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.0 Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.2 Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2.1 Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2.2 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2.3 Net/Gross. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2.4 Peak Hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2.5 Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2.6 Hi-Res . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2.7 Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2.8 Total Remote Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3 Auto-Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.4 Setpoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.5 Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.6 Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.7 Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.8 Remote Display Scale Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.8.1 Filter Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.8.2 Total Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.0 Calibrating a Scale/Dyna-Link 2................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Initial Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.1 Routine Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.2 C-Cal Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2.1 Standard Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3 Reset the Load Cell Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.0 Communications Setup................................................................................................................. 21
6.1 Communications Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2.1 Control Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2.2 Standard Print Strings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2.3 Printer Output Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

2 MSI-8000 Remote Display
Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection
of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars
6.3 RF Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.4 Setup Multiple Sensor Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.1 Set the Total Number of Load Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.2 Scan Weight Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.3 Load Totaling Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.5 Scanless ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.6 Zero and Tare in Multiple Load Cell Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.7 Communications Port Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.8 Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.8.1 Relay Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.9 FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.10 International RF Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.11 Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6.11.1 Antennas Available for a MSI-8000HD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.0 Troubleshooting and Maintenance............................................................................................... 34
7.1 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.2 Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.3 Service Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.3.1 Access the Service Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.4 Mechanical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7.5 Firmware Update Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7.6 Reset the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8.0 Specifications............................................................................................................................... 39

Introduction 1
1.0 Introduction
The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display makes wireless control easy with the ability to operate weighing systems from a
distance. The wireless remote display can be used for viewing MSI ScaleCore-based crane scales and
dynamometers, including any RF compatible MSI-3460 Challenger 3, MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh or MSI-7300
Dyna-Link 2.
It is fully sealed for outdoor use in most ambient conditions and enhances the safety and usability of Rice Lake’s
Dyna-Link and crane scale systems. The MSI-8000 uses a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery, providing up to
24 hours (typical) of continuous use between charges.
This manual is intended for use by qualified technicians responsible for setting up and operating the MSI-8000
Manuals can viewed or downloaded from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at 
www.ricelake.com
Warranty information can be found on the website at www.ricelake.com/warranties
1.1 Features
•Meets or exceeds all U.S./International safety and environmental standards
•No license required. Meets U.S./International RF Transmission Laws
•Rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery provides up to 24 hours operation when fully charged
•Automatic Power Off turns the unit off, after a user set time of no activity, to save battery life
•The enclosure is IP68/NEMAType 4 for outdoor use, with shock cushioning on the corners
•Six, 1'' (26 mm) LCD digits for clear load readings
•Selectable for kg/lb/Tons (US Short)/Metric Tons/kiloNewtons
•Automatic or manual weight totalization for loading operations
•Eight setpoints can be set for in-range load/weight value for operator alerts or process control
•ScaleCore technology provides quick and easy firmware updates and calibration/setup backup
•Optional hard-wired link for applications where RF is not allowed

2MSI-8000 RF Remote Display
1.2 Safety
Important
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
Safety Signal Definitions:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided could result in serious injury or death.
Includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or
corruption to and loss of data.
General Safety
WARNING
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are
understood. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death.
Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals.
Failure to heed may result in serious injury or death.
DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this unit.
DO NOT stand near the load being lifted as it is a potential falling hazard. Keep a safe distance.
DO NOT use for purposes other then weight taking or dynamic load monitoring.
DO NOT use any load bearing component that is worn beyond 5% of the original dimension.
DO NOT use any associated lifting product if any of the components of the load train are cracked, deformed, or show
signs of fatigue.
DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the associated Scale/Dynamometer unit, rigging elements, or the lifting structure.
DO NOT allow multi-point contact with the hook, shackle, or lifting eye of the associated Scale/Dynamometer unit.
DO NOT allow high torque on the Scale/Dynamometer unless it is specifically designed for high torque.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications to the unit or associated load bearing devices.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
For guidelines on the safe rigging and loading of overhead scales and dynamometers, read the "MSI Crane Scale Safety
and Periodic Maintenance Manual" (available at www.msiscales.com).
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.
There are no user serviceable parts within the MSI-8000. Any repairs are to be performed by qualified service personnel
only.

Introduction 3
1.3 Front Panel Description
The MSI-8000 front panel, keys and annunciators, are described in Table 1-1.
TM
1
2
3
6 8
479
10
11
12
13
5
14
Figure 1-1. MSI-8000 Front Panel
1.3.1 Key/Annunciator Functions
Table 1-1. Keypad/Annunciator Functions
1Function 1 Key – programmable to user selectable functions, see Section 4.2 on page 9. Default is Off.
Functions as the Enter/Select key when in the setup menus.
2Function 2 Key – programmable to user selectable functions, see Section 4.2 on page 9. Default is Off.
Functions as the Scroll key in the setup menus.
3Function 3 Key – pre-programmed to Print and cannot be changed.
4Center of Zero — indicates that the scale/Dyna-Link is within 1/4 d of zero
5Standstill — indicates that the load has settled within the motion window (usually ±1d). When this symbol is off, the
scale/Dyna-Link will not zero, tare or totalize.
6LED Functions
— Indicates the current displayed function. Example: if F1 blinks, the peak hold reading is captured. If F2 blinks,
the Display and Function Test reading is captured.
7Total – indicates the RF linked device is displaying the total accumulated weight. Displays only momentarily.
Peak – indicates the RF linked device is in the peak hold mode.
Net – indicates the RF linked device is in Net load mode. A tare weight is subtracted from the gross load.
Metric Ton – in conjunction with the Ton annunciator, indicates the RF linked device is displaying Metric Tons.
Ton – illuminated, indicates the RF Linked Device is displaying in U.S. Short Tons (1 ton = 2000 lb.).
When illuminated with Mthe RF Linked Device is displaying in Metric Tons (1 metric ton = 1000 kg)
Kilonewtons – indicates load display is in kilonewtons.
Kilograms – indicates load display is in kilograms.
Pound – indicates load display is in pounds.
8Setpoints — user programmable setpoints for overload warnings. Setpoints 1 and 2 are red high brightness LEDs
9Multiple sensors —
number lit indicates the sensor being displayed. If more than one number is lit, sensors are being
summed. Example: if both numbers 1 and 2 are lit, then the weight displayed equals the sum of sensor 1 and sensor 2.
10 Display Digits — include six 1.22'' (31 mm) sunlight visible LCD’s.
11 Power Key – powers the unit on and off; in setup mode, it returns the display to the weigh mode without storing changes.
12 Zero Key – zeros the residual load on a scale/Dyna-Link 2; In setup mode, it stores changes and returns to the prior level.
13 Tare Ke y – removes current load value and puts the system into Net weight mode
14 Low Battery – indicates about 10% of battery life remains; symbol flashes when automatic shutdown is eminent
Item
No. Description

4MSI-8000 RF Remote Display
1.4 Options
Table 1-2. Options
Audible alarm contact factory for further information
RS-232 serial-output cable with D-9 connector 13' (4m)
Dual-purpose RS-232 serial communication
and battery charging cable assembly
13' (4m) with charger pigtail
Allows serial output while being powered with Charger.
RS-232 serial-output cable 4m TPU Jacket, unterminated 13' (4m)
RS-232 serial cable for hardwire connectivity 26' (8 m) connects 8000 to 7300 Dyna-Link
RF Remote Modem, RS-232 for direct connection to Computers, Scoreboards, or serial printers
RF Remote Modem, RS-485 for direct connection to 485 Serial Devices
RF Remote Modem, USB for direct connection to Computers USB ports
RF Remote Gateway for direct connection to an Ethernet LAN, use with MSI’s SCCMP
program
RF or Hardwired Scoreboard Display Various digit sizes from 1.2” to 8”, Contact MSI for models available
Part No. Option Description

Operation 5
2.0 Operation
2.1 Power
Power the indicator On/Off by pressing
POWER
.
2.2 Zero
Sets the zero reading of the scale/Dyna-Link to remove small deviations in zero when the unit is unloaded. See
Section 2.3 for zeroing (taring) a package, rigging or pallet weights.
Press
ZERO
. The weight must be stable within the motion window for the zero function to work.
Note
• When using multiple scales, ensure the scale to be zeroed is displayed.
• The backup memory in the unit stores the tare reading, and can restore it even if power fails.
• Zero works in Gross or Net mode.
• Zeroing while in Net mode will zero the gross load causing the display to show a negative tare value.
• The scale/Dyna-Link must be stable within the motion window and is lit before it will zero. The scale/Dyna-Link
remembers the zero request for two seconds. If a motion clears in that time, it will zero.
• The scale/Dyna-Link will accept a zero setting over the full range of the scale/Dyna-Link. Zero settings above 4% of full
scale/Dyna-Link will subtract from the overall capacity of the scale/Dyna-Link.
Example:
If 100 lb is zeroed on a 1000 lb scale/Dyna-Link, the overall capacity of the scale/Dyna-Link will reduce to

900 lb plus the allowed over-range amount.
2.3 Tare
Tare is used to zero out a known weight such as rigging, a container or pallet and display the load in Net weight.
Tare and Display the Net Load
1. Load the item that needs to be tared onto the scale/Dyna-Link.
2. Press
TARE
. The weight display changes to 0and Net is displayed.
Clear Tare and Revert to Gross Load
Press
TARE
. Net turns off indicating the unit is in gross mode.
•Only positive gross load readings can be tared
•Setting or changing the tare has no effect on the gross zero setting
•Taring will reduce the apparent over range of the scale
Example:
When taring 100 lb of rigging on a 1000 lb scale, the scale will overload at a net load of 900 lb (1000-
100) plus any additional allowed overload (usually about four percent or 9 d).
To view the gross load without clearing the tare value, set an F-key to Net/Gross. 
See Section 4.2.3 on page 10.

6MSI-8000 RF Remote Display
3.0 Installation
3.1 Unpacking
When unpacking the MSI-8000, ensure that all parts are accounted for and check for any visible damage. If any
parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately. If the 
MSI-8000 must be returned, it must be properly packed with sufficient packing materials. When possible, retain the
original carton when shipping the unit back.A standard MSI-8000 is shipped with a battery charger. The charger is
universal and will work on AC supplies from 100VAC to 240VAC.
3.2 Getting Started
The MSI-8000 is often shipped pre-configured with a compatible sensor unit such as an Dyna-Link 2 or one of the
MSI crane scales. If the MSI-8000 is purchased separately, or is to be used with a different system, the RF
transceivers will have to be paired. Follow the RF Setup Procedure in Section 4.3 on page 15.
Once the RF setup is complete for the MSI-8000, the system will automatically connect with a scale/Dyna-Link. It
is recommended to do a site survey to identify operating range and usability of the RF Link. Position the scale/
Dyna-Link at an average operational height, and try the link at various positions and distances. The range may vary
by the rotation of the scale/Dyna-Link, as well as the site and installation variables.
Fully charge the battery by plugging the charger into the Charge Port. Depending on the discharge level of the
battery this can take up to 6 hours.
3.3 Battery
Power to the MSI-8000 is supplied by an internal rechargeable lithium polymer battery, which provides up to 24
hours of continuous use between charging.
Figure 3-1. Battery Charger Plug-In
3.3.1 Charging
Each MSI-8000 is shipped with a charged battery. However, before using the MSI-8000, it is advised to charge the
battery until the Green light shows it is fully charged. When LOW BATT first displays, there is approximately two
hours of continued operation remaining. When LOW BATT starts flashing the batteries are nearly completely
drained. For maximum battery life, it is recommended to recharge the battery as soon as LOW BATT displays. It is
safe to charge the battery at any point in its discharge curve.
If the blue LED is on, the charger is in fast charge mode, which puts 80% of the charge into the battery within two
hours and can be used at this point. However, it is best to fully charge the battery, until the green light is displayed.
The Charge Connector is waterproof when connected and screwed in. To maintain IP65/NEMAType 4 ratings, use
the supplied plug cover when the connector is not plugged in.
Note
The AC end of the charger is not waterproof.