Rice Lake RS-130 User manual

RS-130/RS-160
Price Computing Retail Scale
Version 2.0
Operation Manual
RS-130 Model Shown
PN 169634 Rev A
August 29, 2018

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Contents
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Contents
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 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Menu Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Start-up Self Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.5 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Battery Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.7 Setting the Auto-Off Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.1 Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Leveling the Scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Assemble Pole Type Scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Power Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.5 Setup Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5.1 Auto-Back Light Enable/Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5.2 Keyboard Tare Enable/Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5.3 Auto-Unit Price Clear Enable/Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5.4 Auto-Tare Clear Enable/Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.0 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Zero. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3.1 Using a Known Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3.2 Using a Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.3.3 Keyboard Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.4 M1 – M9 Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.4.1 Weighing Product Using M Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.5 Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.6 Clear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.7 Decimal Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.8 Numeric Keys (0 - 9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.8.1 Enter a Numeric Value. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.8.2 Display Battery Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.0 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Introduction
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1.0 Introduction
This manual provides all the necessary information to set up and operate the RS-130/RS-160 retail scale. The RS-130/RS-160
provides unmatched convenience and accuracy using one-button operation with weight displays in either pounds, kilograms or
ounces. Manuals are available for viewing and/or downloading from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at
www.ricelake.com/manuals
Warranty information can be found on the website at www.ricelake.com/warranties
1.1 Overview
The RS-130/RS-160 retail scale offers practical solutions for a full range of point-of-sale weighing and price computing
applications. Its compact design makes it easy to transport and the customer display on the rear of the RS-130/RS-160 offers
extra convenience.
Standard features of the RS-130/RS-160 include:
• NTEP Certified Legal for Trade
• Customer display on rear of unit
• Operates on 110 VAC or 6 VDC internal rechargeable battery (included)
• Battery charge indicator
• Configurable for lb,kg or oz
• Cash back calculation
• Nine PLU keys for directprice lookups
• Green backlight
• Large stainless steel platter

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1.2 Safety
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.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or corruption
to and loss of data. General Safety
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 could result in serious injury or death.
Do not open the indicator, all procedures that require work inside the indicator enclosure are to be performed by qualified service
personnel only.
Do not operate without the enclosure completely assembled.
Do not use for purposes other than weight taking.
Do not place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
Do not use this product if any of the components are cracked.
Do not exceed the rated specification of the unit.
Do not make alterations or modifications to the unit.
Do not remove or obscure warning labels.
Do not submerge.
Before opening the unit, ensure the power cord is disconnected from the outlet.
WARNING

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1.3 Menu Navigation
This section describes the front panel keys, annunciators and display functions of the RS-130/RS-160.
Figure 1-1. Front Panel and Customer Display
1Weight Display – displays current weight of product on scale
2Net – indicates scale is in NET mode
3Zero – indicates scale is at 0
4Level Bubble – when the bubble is in the center of the circle, the scale is level
5Battery Light – status of battery charging:
6Unit Price – displays the unit price of product on the scale
7Units – indicates weight is in either lb, kg, or oz
8Change Due – indicates the amount of change due
9Total Price – displays total price of product on the scale
10 Cash Received – indicates the amount of cash received
11 M1 - M9 Keys – nine direct PLU’s for saving different unit prices or figures. See Section 3.4 on page 9.
12 Unit Key – selects the unit of measure (kg, lb or oz) in weighing mode. See Section 3.2 on page 8.
13 Change Key – computes the amount of change to be given back to a customer for their purchase. See Section 3.5 on page 10.
14 Tare Key – acquires the net weight value of the object being weighed. See Section 3.3 on page 8.
15 Zero Key – resets gross weight to zero. See Section 3.1 on page 8.
16 Clear Key – press to erase the value shown in the UNIT PRICE $ display. See Section 3.6 on page 10.
17 Decimal Point Key – sets the decimal point. See Section 3.7 on page 10.
18 1-9 Numeric Keypad – enter the numeric value required. See Section 3.8 on page 10.
Item No. Function/Description
Red: initial charge
Orange: charging
Green: fully charged
Table 1-1. Face Plate and Customer Display Descriptions
NET ZERO
ZEROCLEAR
C H AN G E UN IT
TARE
kg lb oz Change Due
Cash Received
WEIGHT UNIT PRICE $
TO TAL $
30 x 0.01 lb
15 x 0.005 kg
480 x 0.2 oz
RS-130
23
16
7 8
9
10
5
4
18
11
12
13
14151617
NET ZERO
WEIGHT
kg lb oz Change Due
UNIT PRICE $
Cash Received
TOTAL $
30 x 0.01 lb
15 x 0.005 kg
480 x 0.2 oz
RS-130
2 3
1
8
9
10
7
6
Front Panel
Customer Display Panel
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1.4 Start-up Self Check
Figure 1-2. ON/OFF Switch
Location
The RS-130/RS-160 must charge for 24 hours prior to operation. Turn on the scale using the
ON/OFF switch on the bottom, right side of the scale. The main program provides the
following display check.
• Shows the total capacity (30 or 60) in the WEIGHT display
• Counts fromone to nine in each display window
• Displays the total capacity (30 or 60) in the WEIGHT display again
• Displays 0.00for operation
1.5 Power Supply
The RS-130/RS-160 can use power supplied by either a plug-in 110 VAC or the internal
sealed, lead-acid rechargeable battery with a life expectancy of five years under normal use.
• AC - 110V/60Hz ±10% (battery recharging only)
• DC - 6V / 25mA; P=0.2W (max) 4Ah
1.6 Battery Recharging
The battery has 100+ hours of use before it needs recharging. When the battery is low, the total display shows -LO- and there
are three beeps. After the initial warning of low battery, the scale has approximately two to three hours of battery life left. If the
batteryisnot charged,thescalewillbeepandthen shut down.Torecharge the battery,allow eighttotenhoursforafullcharge.
Table 1-2 describes the Charge LED colors.
Red Initial connection
Orange Charging
Green Fully-charged
1.7 Setting the Auto-Off Feature
Note
Work inside scale enclosure is not required.
1. Turn on the scale while pressing
CHANGE
until 6.3 displays (approximately three seconds).
2. Press and hold
ZERO
until SETUP displays in WEIGHT (approximately three seconds).
3. Press , USUAL displays.
4. Press to enter the Auto-Off mode. -OFF- displays.
5. Use
CLEAR
to select -30-, -15-, -5- or -OFF-.
6. Press
CHANGE
to confirm setting. The scale will automatically restart.
LED Color Description
Table 1-2. Battery Charge LEDs

Setup
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2.0 Setup
2.1 Unpacking
Carefully take the scale out of its package. Make sure there is no damage and all accessories are included.
• Remove the scale from the carton
• Remove the protective covering
• Inspect the scale and upper display (pole type only) for damage
• Make sure all components are included
If any parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately.
2.1.1 Components
Figure 2-1. RS-130/RS-160 Scale Components (RS-130 shown)
•Scale
•Pan
• Power cord
• Pole (pole type only)
• Upper display (pole type only)
2.2 Leveling the Scale
Figure 2-2. Level Bubble
1. Place the scale on a flat level surface.
2. Check the level bubble in the lower left corner of the front panel.
3. Adjust the four corner feet until the scale is level and all feet contact the support surface so the scale does not rock.
4. Lock the jam nuts on the feet when the final level is correct.
Pole Type Scale (RS-130 shown)
Pan
Scale
Pole
Upper
Display

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2.3 Assemble Pole Type Scale
The pole typescale requires assembly as follows:
Figure 2-3. Pole Type Scale Assembly
1. Place the scale on a flat level surface.
2. Loosen the nut where the pole goes into the base.
3. Thread the cable through the pole.
4. Place the pole into the opening and tighten the nut securely.
Figure 2-4. Connect and Mount Display
5. Carefully open the upper display by snapping the two sides apart.
6. Plug the cable into the display board.
7. Snap the two sides back together.
8. Remove the screws from the upper part of the pole and slide the display onto the pole.
9. Secure by reinstalling the screws.
10. Level the scale, see Section 2.2 on page 5.
2.4 Power Scale
To turn on the scale, toggle the On/Off switch located on the bottom,right side of the scale.
Figure 2-5. Power Switch
Pole
Nut
Display
Screws
Cable
Open display Plug in cable
Secure
Display

Setup
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2.5 Setup Functions
The following settings can be set to the user’s requirements.
2.5.1 Auto-Backlight Enable/Disable
1. Turn on the scale and press and hold
CHANGE
until 6.3 displays.
2. Press and hold
ZERO
until SETUP displays.
3. Press , USUAL displays.
4. Press , the scale beeps (twicefor enable, once for disable) andgoodflashes twice. The scale automatically
restarts.
2.5.2 Keyboard Tare Enable/Disable
1. Turn on the scale and press and hold
CHANGE
until 6.3 displays.
2. Press and hold
ZERO
until SETUP displays.
3. Press , USUAL displays.
4. Press , the scale beeps (twice for enable, once for disable) and goodflashes twice.
2.5.3 Unit Price Auto Clear Enable/Disable
1. Turn on the scale and press and hold
CHANGE
until 6.3 displays.
2. Press and hold
ZERO
until SETUP displays.
3. Press , USUAL displays.
4. Press , the scale beeps (twice for enable, once for disable) and goodflashes twice.
2.5.4 Tare Auto Clear Enable/Disable
1. Turn on the scale and press and hold
CHANGE
until 6.3 displays.
2. Press and hold
ZERO
until SETUP displays.
3. Press , USUAL displays.
4. Press , the scale will beep (twice for enable, once for disable) and good flashestwice.
Note
When the Tare Auto Clear and Unit Price Auto Clear features are both enabled, the original Tare memory (M1-M9) is
deleted.

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3.0 Operation
To turn on the scale, toggle the On/Off switch located on the bottom,right side of the scale. See Figure 2-5 on page 6.
3.1 Zero
Press
ZERO
to reset the gross weight to zero. 0.00 displays with an arrow over ZERO.
Figure 3-1. Weight Display at Zero
3.2 Units
Select the unit of measure (kg, lb or oz) in weighing mode.
Figure 3-2. Unit Price Display – lb
1. Press
UNIT
, ch9- displays.
2. Using the numeric keypad, enter:
• 1 to select kg
•2 to select lb (default)
• 3 to select oz
The annunciator flashes above the selected unit of measure in the UNIT PRICE $ display.
3.3 Tare
To acquire the net weight value of the object being weighed, use the tare function to remove the value of the container being
used.
3.3.1 Using a Known Weight
If tare weight is known:
1. Use the numeric keypad to enter the weight.
2. Press
TARE
, a negative weight displays and the arrow is over NET.
Figure 3-3. Known Weight Tare
NET ZERO
WEIGHT

kg lb oz Change Due
UNIT PRICE $
NET ZERO
WEIGHT


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3.3.2 Using a Container
When using a package/container to weigh product:
1. Place the empty package/container to be used on the platter. The weight of the container displays.
2. Press
TARE
. 0.00 displays and the arrows are above ZERO and NET.
Figure 3-4. Tare a Package/Container
Note
Do not remove the weight until the memory finishes saving.
3.3.3 Keyboard Tare
Note
This feature is only available on SN B00551 and higher
In Gross mode, place item on scale.
1. Use the keyboard to enter the tare weight.
2. Press
TARE
.
Example: with a tare of 61, 0.61 NET displays.
3.4 M1 – M9 Keys
There are nine memory keys available to save UNIT PRICE, TARE WEIGHT andUNIT OF MEASURE values.
Figure 3-5. Memory Keys
1. Choose the UNIT of MEASURE, see Section 3.2 on page 8.
2. Enter the TARE WEIGHT, see Section 3.3 on page 8.
3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the UNIT PRICE $.
4. Press and hold one of the Mkeys until the scale beeps.
Note
Do not remove the weight until the memory finishes saving.
3.4.1 Weighing Product Using M Keys
1. Press the programmed Mkey (M1-M9).
2. Place product on the scale.
•WEIGHT displays weight of product.
•UNIT PRICE $ displays unit price and arrows flash above selected unit (kg, lb, oz).
•TOTAL $ displays the total cost of product being weighed.
To change the setting of one of the memory keys, follow the steps in Section 3.4.
NET ZERO
WEIGHT


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3.5 Change
Use to compute the amount of change to be given back to a customer for their purchase:
1. TOTAL $ displays the amount owed for the product on the scale.
2. Press
CHANGE
.
3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the amount received from the customer. The UNIT PRICE $ displays C (change
due). The TOTAL $ displays 20.00 (cash received).
3.6 Clear
Press
CLEAR
to erase a value displayed in the UNIT PRICE $.
3.7 Decimal Point
Set the decimal point. This feature available on SN B00551 or higher only.
3.8 Numeric Keys (0 - 9)
3.8.1 Enter a Numeric Value
Use the numeric keys to enter the price-per-unit, PLU numberor cash received.
3.8.2 Display Battery Voltage
Press and hold to display the battery voltage.
•6.1 - 6.5indicates the battery is fully charged.
• Less than 5.6 indicates the battery is in low charge.
•Press
CLEAR
to return the displayto normal operating mode.

Troubleshooting
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4.0 Troubleshooting
WEIGHT display shows "Err-1" IC93C66 data-loss or IC93C66 damaged/faulty Contact your nearest RLWS dealer
WEIGHT display shows "Err-3"At power-up, the weight on the platter is more than
5% of the maximum capacity Remove the weight from the scale, or lighten the weight to
under 5% of capacity and restart the scale
TOTAL $ display shows "E" Total price value is larger than 9999.99 RemovethemeasuredobjectfromtheplatterandpressCLEAR
to clear the unit price setting
Table 4-1 lists error messages for the RS-130/RS-160.
Display Description Corrective Action
Table 4-1. Error Messages and Troubleshooting

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