TEC TEC EM1-31015 User manual

TEC
TECTEC
TEC
TEC Electronic Computing Scale
SL-5900 (US. Version)
Document No. EM1-31015
TOKYO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
l INTRODUCTION ................................................... 1
1. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 5
2. OVERVIEW ....................................................... 7
3. REMOTE DISPLAY ................................................. 7
4. KEYLAYOUT ..................................................... 8
5. KEY FUNCTIONS .................................................. 10
6. LAMPFUNCTIONS ................................................. 13
7. CONTROLLOCK ................................................... 14
8. LEVEL ADJUSTMENT ............................................... 15
9. CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD ......................................... 15
10. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF LABEL ROLL .......................... 16
11. REPORTPAPERTHREADING ......................................... 17
12. BEFORESTARTINGOPERATION ...................................... 17
13. OPERATING PROCEDURES .......................................... 18
13.1 Weighed Commodity Registration ................................... 18
13.2 Fix Price Registration ............................................ 21
13.3 By Count Registration (standard function) .............................. 22
13.4 By Count Registration (optional function by initial setting) ................... 24
13.5 Tare Function Procedures ......................................... 27
13.6 SAVE Key Operation Sample ....................................... 28
13.7 VOID Key Operation Sample ....................................... 29
13.8 Date Change .................................................. 29
13.9 Calling And Printing A Grade Line ................................... 30
13.10 Entry ByClerk ................................................ 31
13.11 Add Entry By Clerk ............................................. 32
13.12 Multiple Weight ............................................... 33

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14. TOTAL OPERATION PROCEDURES ..................................... 34
14.1 HourlyTotalRepot-t ............................................. 34
14.2 Grand Total Report .............................................. 35
14.3 PLUTotalReport ............................................... 36
14.4 Clerk Total Report .............................................. 40
15. LISTUPOFPLUDATA .............................................. 42
16. PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES ....................................... 45
l Selection of Programming Menu ...................................... 45
Menu No. 0 : Changing Unit Price or Price ............................... 46
Menu No. 1 : Setting or Changing PLU Data .............................. 47
Menu No. 2 : Setting Store Address or Commercial Message .................. 52
Menu No. 3 : Adjusting Print Position for Label ............................ 53
Menu No. 4 : Setting Date, Time, Machine Number, and Store Number ........... 54
Menu No. 5 : CMT Operations ........................................ 55
Menu No. 7 : Changing Bar Code Format ................................ 57
Menu No. 8 : Assigning Speed Keys .................................... 60
Menu No. 11 : Setting Ingredient (for SL-5900-36 only) ....................... 61
Menu No. 12 : Issuing Confirmation Label (for SL-5900-35/36 only) ............... 63
Menu No. 13 : Switching On-Line/Local (for SL-5900-35136 only) ................ 64
Menu No. 17 : Setting Grade Line (for SL-5900-36 only) ...................... 65
Menu No. 18 : Memory Card (for SL-5900-36 only) .......................... 66
Menu No. 20 : Transmitting PLU File or Unit Price (FUN System) ................ 69
Menu No. 21 : Setting Clerk Name (for SL-5900-36 only) ...................... 70
Menu No. 40 : Setting Print Item #l ON/OFF ...............................
72
Menu No. 41 : Setting Print Item #2 ON/OFF ............................... 73
17. ERROR MESSAGE TABLE ........................................... 74
18. BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ..................................... 75
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may
have in this manual.
Copyright 0 1996
by TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
l-14-10 Uchikanda. Chlvoda-ku. Tokvo. JAPAN

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. INTRODUCTION
We thank you very much for purchasing the TEC Electronic Computing Scale SL-5900 Series.
This scale has been designed with TEC reliability and offers a cost efficient system for a modest
investment.
The SL-5900 (with thermal printer) takes advantage of the latest technology in microprocessors and
because of this, the decreased cabinet size permits the system to be placed virtually anywhere in
your store.
Your deli, and specialty departments can enjoy these high quality reliable TEC products. Improve
your operating effectiveness and watch the enhanced utilization of your front end scanning
investment. This electronic Load Cell scale eliminates all moving parts and furnishes an accurate
digital display of all information.
We believe that your needs will now be fully satisfied, and you will have total reliability in price
calculation. Should you have any questions concerning the scale, please refer to this manual. Be
sure to keep this manual for future reference.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. (for USA only)
I
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. I
“This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.”
“Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel
brouilleur du Canada.” (for CANADA only)
Safety Summary
Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and
Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained
in this manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.
Do not attempt to effect repairs to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the
procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, then contact your
authorised TEC representative for assistance.
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Safety Precautions
This Owner’s Manual and the products (machines) which you have purchased contain indications which
should be observed in order to use the machines safely and prevent harm to yourself and others and
damage to property. The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below.
Read these indications and become familiar with their contents before reading this Owner’s Manual.
The following safety precaution will help to ensure proper use of the scale.
. Unplug the printer whenever you are working inside the scale.
. Keep your work environment static free.
Meanings of Each Symbol
A I
This symbol indicates warning items (including cautions).
Specific warning contents are drawn inside the Asymbol.
l
(The symbol on the left indicates a general caution.)
c!D
This symbol indicates prohibited actions (prohibited items).
Specific prohibited contents are drawn inside or near the 8 symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “no disassembling”.)
,e
This symbol indicates actions which must be performed.
Specific instructions are drawn inside or near theOsymbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet”.)
WA!VJlNG
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This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the
machines are-i-~p~~perly handled contrary to this indication.
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voltage (AC) specified on the rating
cause electric shock. plate, as this may cause fire or
electric shock.
appliances operate. Be sure lo
provide an exclusive outlet for the
machine as this may cause the
machines to malfunction.
top of the machines. If metal objects
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an abnormal condition such as when
the machines are producing smoke c
strange smells may cause fire or
cause fire or electrical shock. electric shock. In these cases,
immediately turn off the power
switches and disconnect the power
cord plugs from the outlet. Then,
contact your sales agent (or mainte-
n If foreign objects (metal fragments,
turn off the power switches and
agent). Continued use of the machine
in that condition may cause fire or
electric shock.
n If the machines are dropped or thei
cabinets damaged, first turn off the
power switches and disconnect the
power cord plugs from the outlet, ant
,, the contact your sales agent (or
maintenance and service agent).
Continued use of the machine in that
condition may cause flre or electric
m Ensure that the equipment is
properly grounded. Extension cables
should also be grounded. Fire or
electric shock can occur on improp-
erly grounded equipment.
age to objects if the
W Do not install the machines where
they might be exposed to direct
sunlight, high humidity, or dust.
Otherwfse fire or electric shock
[Precautions Durlng installation]
n Do not place the machines on
unstable or slanted surfaces, as they
may drop or fall and cause injury.
n Do not place heavy
the machines, as thes
become unbalanced a
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[Precautions When Moving the
n When moving the machines, be
sure to first unplug the power cords.
Moving the machines with the power
cords plugged in may damage the
cords and cause fire or electric
Disconnect the plug.
.,__ n When unpluggmg the power cords,
be sure to hold and pull on the plug
portion. Pulling on the cord portion
may cut or expose the internal wires
and cause fire or electric shock.
w Do not lean against the machine. It
may fall and be damaged.
n When opening the cash drawer, be
careful not to let the drawer hit
n Be sure to move large scale
machines with two or more people. In
addition, machines should be mobed
after first confirming that connecting
wires between machines and
externally connected wires, etc. have
been removed. Failure to observe
these precautions may result in injury.
Precaution
The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.
@ Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions:
l Temperatures below 0°C and above 40°C l Direct sunlight
* Shared power socket * Excessive vibration
0 Do not subject the weighing platter to sudden shocks.
@ Do not press the keys too hard. Keys will operate correctly if they are touched lightly.
@ Clean the cover and weighing platter by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth soaked with detergent
and wrung out thoroughly. Never use thinner or other volatile solvent for cleaning.
0 To ensure that the scale is operating correctly, place a known weight on the platter and check it
for correct weight measurement. This should be done every morning before starting normal
operations.
@
@ At the end of the day, turn the power OFF, then clean and inspect the exterior of the scale. Try to avoid using this equipment on the same power supply as high voltage equipment or
equipment likely to cause mains interference (freezer cabinets etc.).
@ USE ONLY TEC SPECIFIED media.
@I DO NOT STORE the media where they might be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures,
high humidity, dust, or gas.
@ When moving the scale, take hold of the case and lift the scale. Never hold the remote unit.
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
Item
Maximum Capacity
Minimum Scale Division
Display Range
Tare
Unit Price Presettable
Minimum Price Display
Remote Diasplay :
Weight
Unit Price
Total Price
Message Display (option)
Display Designations
Remote Display Mode
Capacity of PLU Memory
Print Head
Label Issue Method
Available Printing Width
Label
Report Paper
Power Requirement
Current Consumption
Temperature Limits
Relative Humidity
Dimensions (approx.)
Weight (approx.)
Memory Card
Interface :
CMT Loader l/F
FUN System I/F
PC Keyboard I/F
TMCC I/F
Memory Card I/F
n Option Kit and Device
30 Ibs.
0.01 lb.
O-30.05 Ibs.
Up to 30 lbs.
$0.01-99.99
$0.01
4 digits
4 digits
5 digits
16 characters (5x7 dot matrix)
NET, PREPACK, INLINE, ERROR, ACCM, ITEMS
Dual sides
400 PLUS (standard), 1240 PLUS max. (option)
Thermal Print Head
On-demand
1.65”
RICOH 120LA or equivalent
RICOH 115F (black) or equivalent
AC 120V + lo%, 60Hz
120VlA, 60Hz
O”C- +4O”C (32”F-104°F)
35% w 85% RH (No condensation)
15.7” (W) x 16.2”(D) x 18.7”(H)
29 Ibs.
MC-1 28KB
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cassette Magnetice Tape Loader : AIWA DR-1
PC Keyboard (for programming) : IBM PC-XT Keyboard, FUJITSU FKB-2831-001, FUJITSU FKB-
2831-101
For use of other keyboards, please conteact your TEC
representative.
Programming Keyboard : TEC RK-3
Programming Keyboard Adapter : TEC OP-57-RK-3
Message Display Kit : OP-LCDFIU-US (Except SL-5900-35-C4-US)
TMCC Cable Kit : OP-5900-TMCC

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W FUN System
The SL-5900 is based on the FUN (File Update Network) system, which is a simplified networking
system unique to TEC. This system can accommodate up to 16 terminals as a multi-drop, and
allows any terminal in the system to transfer its PLU fife or UNIT PRICE data to other terminals for
verification.
n System Configuration
...-I-....’ Max. 16 units/system ‘..
471 CMT Loader
L I
PLU
File PLU File
Control Procedure : FUN (File Update Network) ... Multi-drop
Transmission Speed : 4800 BPS
Number of unit/system : Max. 16 units
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2. OVERVIEW
,-PC keyboard
connector
Platter
I L -
Message display ~~~
( Oplion: SL-5900-30/35-C2-US
\ Standard : SL-5900-35/36-C4-US / I!
Mode switch (1) Level gaugi
Control IO&~ L-Operation
keyboard
3. REMOTE DISPLAY
CAPACITY 30 x 0.01 Ibs
NET PREPA=
lb
INLINE ERROR
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4. KEY LAYOUT
W Operation Keyboard
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0 FOR "xM ,;,
7 8 9
4 5 6 SAVE
1 2 3 l/2
0 Tcr,, C 114
PLU ‘2
NOTE : The characters (l-60) indicated on the speed keys are shown for the convenience of
explanation in this manual. The indications on the actual unit are not as shown in this
illustration.
W Programming Keyboard
COMMODITY NAME
r NEXT PLU ALIT0 CODE SEND
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H PC Keyboard (for programming)
n RK-3 (with OP-57-RK-KS) Keyboard (for programming)
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5. KEY FUNCTIONS
n For Operation Keyboard
Lode Switch (1) “AUTO” position:
This position is used to issue regular scale labels.
When the weight becomes stable, the label will automatically be issued.
“MANUAL” position:
ight becomes stable, the label will be issued by depressing
vlode Switch (2)
WEIGH
“WEIGH” position:
This position is used in the weighing function of the SL-5900.
BY COUNT
The unit price is entered directly to the total price on calling up PLU,
and that total price cannot be changed by any subsequent weighing.
“BY COUNT” position:
It is available to produce labels which contain information on quantity
pricing, instead of weight.
temporary date changes.
This key is used to feed labels or report paper.
In the “X” or “2” control lock position, this key is used to generate the
step to the next step.
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of label issue.
commodity from the platter.
commodities.
This key is used to subtract tare weight.
This key is used to adjust the “ZERO” point.
LABEL& REPORT PAPER
q
key
L/R
CLERK keys
This key is used to select label printout or report paper printout.
These keys are used for entry operation by clerk and add entry
operation by clerk.
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n For Programming Keyboards
8 6
Key
Function 9 y ?
ti g s
q
This key allows the clearing of numeric entries prior to the depression
CLEAR
of another function key. It is also used to release the scale from the 0 0 0
error mode.
This key is used to select the upper or lower character indicated on o x
the keytop when setting the commodity name or store address. o
while this key is pressed down, press a character key to set the small
q
0
letter of alphabet, or upper-case character indicated on the upper
area of the keytop. When this key is released, the shifted status is x 0 x
cancelled.
This key is used to recall the next PLU # (+ 1) of the PLU # currently o o x
recalled.
This key is used to change the PLU # currently recalled.
This key is used to print out the data set in the currently recalled 0 0 0
q
This key is used to access each programming menu.
PROG 0 0 0
v
cl
0
This key is used toselect selectable items. 0 0 0
q
ENTER
During programming, data is input to the SL-5900 system using this
key.
0 0 0
This key is used to set the free zone of the auto code for UPC #,
back the digit when setting the bar code format, and return the setting
line to the first line while setting the second line and during the setting 0 0 0
of the commodily name or store address.
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Function
This key is used to move the setting line when setting the commodity
key is pressed down, press a character key to set the small letter of
alphabet. When this key is released, the shifted status is cancelled.
NOTE : When the power is turned off or control lock is switched, the PC keyboard or RK-3 keyboard
will be initialized to select capital letters.
6. LAMP FUNCTIONS
Lamp Function
NET \ ‘/
,yi Lights when tare is subtracted.
PREPACK \ ‘/
Iyi
Lights when the SAVE key is pressed.
\ ‘/
INLINE yi Lights when the PLU or unit price file is updated.
Lights when the scale (for SL-5900-3536) is in the IN-LINE mode.
ERROR
ACCM
\‘/
Iri
Lights when the scale is improperly operated or there is a function error.
\ ‘/
/yi
This lamp lights when items are being added to the specific CLERK
memory in the add entry by clerk mode (for SL-5900-36).
ITEMS \ ‘f
;yi This lamp lights when items are being added to any CLERK memory in
the sub-total operation in the add entry by clerk mode (for SL-5900-36).
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7. CONTROL LOCK
The control lock has seven marked positions.
There are two control keys which will operate these locks.
l Manager Key TSE ----I
This key (MA) will access the
PROGCMT, REG, OFF, M.
DOWN, and REWRAP
positions.
l SE Key
This key (SE) will access all
seven positions.
Each of the following positions on the control lock serves a different function.
Position
PROG. CMT.
REG.
OFF
M. DOWN
REWRAP
X (Read)
Z (Reset)
Function
This position is used to set the data of the PLU, store address, printing
position, date, time, bar code format, etc. It is also used to transfer the
PLU file using a CMT loader.
This position is the normal control lock position which allow the issuance
of printed labels.
This position is used to lock the scale power.
This position is used to designate an item for discount pricing.
This position is used to designate an item for rewrapping products.
This position is used to read all the accumulated sales totals stored in
the total memory.
This position is used to reset all item file totals.
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8. LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
Set the scale on a stable and level surface. Level
the scale by turning the adjustable legs so that the
air bubble is inside the center circle.
@eve1 Gauge@
Correct Incorrect
When the air bubble moves toward the left side, When the air bubble moves toward rear, turn the
turn the right adjustable legs clockwise. front adjustable legs clockwise.
9. CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD
If the print head is dirty, clear printing will not be produced. It is recommended to clean the head
with thermal head cleaner everyday before starting operation using the following procedure:
1. Remove the printer cover and label cassette.
Then push the head-up lever in the direction
indicated by the allow.
the figure to the right with the thermal head
cleaner.
Then set the label cassette, and push down the
print head.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the print head
when cleaning.
hermal Head Cleaner
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IO. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF LABEL ROLL
I. Remove the printer cover and right side cover.
Then push the head-up lever in the direction
indicated by the allow.
!. Pull out the label cassette. Then remove the
Label cassette
core of the label roll and the label backing paper. I
NOTE: To remove the label backing paper,
loosen the paper by turning the paper
winding shaft counterclockwise and
remove the paper stopper.
.~~~~~
3. Referring to the figure on the right, set the label
Roll stopper
roll on the label cassette.
Backing paper stopper
5. Push down the print head,and closethe covers.
NOTE: When the label roll is replaced, press the
feed key to confirm that the label is issued
correctly.
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. REPORT PAPER THREADING
Roll stopper
I
Report paper
12. BEFORE STARTING OPERATION
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Be sure to plug the power plug into an AC outlet.
When the control lock is turned from OFF to REG position, the scale goes through the test
scanning sequence, such as 0000, 0000, 00000, then 1111, 1111, 11111 ... ... and zeros
appear on the weight and total price displays. When the control lock is turned from OFF to
PEG over 16 seconds after the power plug is plugged into an AC outlet, all “8”s appear on all
displays for a moment, then zeros appear on the displays and the scale is ready for use.
While the scale is in the test sequence, do not put anything on the platter.
Do not move the scale while it is in operation. Should it become necessary to move it at any
time, turn the power OFF and be sure to readjust the level indicator after relocating the scale.
Should a power failure occur during operation, remove the commodity from the platter and plug
the power plug into an AC outlet again when power is restored.
If the scale is used with an unrated power source, inaccurate scaling or other errors may occur.
If the Zero Point has shifted during scaling, and no tare is displayed, adjust the Zero Point by
depressing the ZERO key.
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