
Introduction
1
About This Manual
This manual is intended for use by service technicians
responsible for installing and servicing the IB Series
electronic tuning fork scale.
Configuration and calibration of the scale can be
accomplished using the IB Series front panel keys.
Authorized distributors and their employees
can view or download this manual from the
Rice Lake Weighing Systems distributor site
at
www.rlws.com
.
1.0 Introduction
The IB Series is an advanced precision weighing
instrument utilizing a high-precision electronic tuning
fork sensor which provides stable measurement over
years of usage. It provides ultra-fast response time and
greatly improved resistance to external vibrations.
Features include:
•Measures weight in thirteen units (mg, g, kg,
ct, oz, lb, ozt, dwt, gr, HK tael, SIN tael, TW
tael and mommes)
•Switchable for straightweighing, piece count,
or over/under checkweighing mode
•Built-in automatic zero tracking
•Die-cast aluminum housing, making it
resistant to chemicals and electromagnetic
interference
•Counting mode, checkweighing mode,
calculation factor mode, and percentage mode
capabilities
•Large .5
"
(12.5mm) liquid crystal display
(LCD)
•Optional glass breeze shield available for all
round pan models
•Available in 115 VAC adapter. 230 VAC
adapter (optional)
1.1 Operating Modes
The IB Series has four weighing modes:
Normal (weighing) mode
Normal mode is the “production” mode of the
scale. The IB Series displays gross or net weights
as required, using the LCD annunciators
described in Table 1-1 on page 4 to indicate scale
status and the type of weight value displayed.
A checkweighing function can be used with the
normal weighing mode. It is convenient for
classifying weighing items according to whether
they fall within a pre-determined weight range.
The limit setting procedure is described in Section
4.1 on page 7.
Counting mode
The IB Series is capable of parts counting.
Sampling is done by placing the sample on the
scale and designating the number of pieces in the
sample. Four preset sample quanitities are
available.
Entering the counting mode is done through the
front panel keypad, and is explained in detail in
Section 4.0 on page 8.
Calculation Factor mode
In calculation factor mode, the desired index is
memorized, the index for the weight of the item
placed on the scale is calculated and the
calculated value is displayed. This is a convenient
function that allows conversion into various units,
and is explained in detail in Section 5.0 on
page 11.
Percentage mode
In percentage mode, the weight of the sample
selected as the reference is memorized as 100%.
The ratio between the item being measured and
the reference is displayed as a percentage. The
percentage mode is explained in detail in
Section 6.0 on page 13.
1.2 Unpacking and Inspection
Each component of the IB Series system is packed in a
specially designed carton. Remove each component
from its carton, separate the component from its
polystyrene shell assembly, and set the assembly
aside. Inspect the carton interior and inner panels to be
sure that all accessories have been removed. Items
included in this carton include:
• IB Series precision balance scale
•Weighing pan and pan base
•AC adaptor
•Operation manual
•Dust cover
Be sure to replace all packing materials within the
carton set. Store the carton set in a secure area so it is
available whenever shipment of the scale is required.