TEC TEC SL57 SERIES User manual

Owners Manual
TEC LOAD CELL SCALE
(WITH LABEL PRINTER)
MODEL SL57 SERIES
(US. Version)
TEC
TECTEC
TEC TOKYO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

WARNING
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference
in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may
be required to correct the interference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.. .............................................................................................................................. 1
PRECAUTIONS.. ................................................................................................................................ 1
1. SPECIFICATIONS.. ................................................................................................................... 2
2. OVERVIEW.. ............................................................................................................................... 3
3. REMOTE DISPLAY.. ................................................................................................................. 3
4. KEY ARRANGEMENT.. ............................................................................................................. 4
5. KEY AND LAMP FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................... 4
6. LEVEL ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................. 7
7. CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD.. .............................................................................................. 7
8. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF LABEL ROLL ........................................................... 8
9. NOTES BEFORE STARTING OPERATION.. ......................................................................... 9
10. OPERATION PROCEDURES
lo- 1 Weighed Article Registration.. .................................................................................. 10
1O-2. Fix Price Registration.. ................................................................................................ 11
10-3. By Count Registration ................................................................................................. 12
1O-4. Tare Function Procedures ......................................................................................... 14
1O-5. Save Function Procedures.. ....................................................................................... 16
1O-6. Unit Price per l/2, l/4 Ibs.. ..................................................................................... 18
10-7. Date Change ................................................................................................................. 19
1O-8. Shelf Life Date Setting.. ............................................................................................. 20
1O-9. Print Test Label ............................................................................................................ 20
11. TOTAL OPERATION PROCEDURES
1 l-1. Individual Department Read ..................................................................................... 21
1 l-2. Grand Total Read.. ....................................................................................................... 21
1 1-3. Individual Department Reset .................................................................................... 22
1 1-4. Grand Total Reset.. ...................................................................................................... 22
12. PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES
12-l. Date and Time Setting.. ............................................................................................. 23
12-2. Unit Price Presetting or Changing .......................................................................... 23
12-3. Name or Message Programming.. ........................................................................... 23
12-4. Address or Message Programming (Bottom of label). ....................................... 24
12-5. Print Item ON/OFF Setting or Changing.. ............................................................. 24
13. ERROR MESSAGE TABLE.. .................................................................................................... 26
14. BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ..... ..................... ........ ........................._...................... 26
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INTRODUCTION
We thank you very much for purchasing our TEC Electronic SL57 Series Scale.
This series has been designed with TEC reliability and offer a cost efficient system for a modest
investment.
And the SL57 (with thermal printer) takes advantage of the latest technology in microprocessors.
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 increased 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. This manual will help to acquaint you with the proper operation and care of the SL57 series
scale. Please keep it handy for futu,re reference.
PRECAUTIONS
1. DON’T SUBJECT the weighing
2. DON’T PRESS THE KEYS TOO 3. Clean the cover and platter by
platter to SUDDEN SHOCKS. HARD. wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth
Keys will operate correctly if
soaked with detergent and
they are merely touched lightly.
4. NEVER USE THINNER OR OTHER 5. DON’T POUR WATER directly on 6. To insure scale is operating cor-
VOLATILE SOLVENT for clean- scale. rectly, place a known weight on
ing. platter and check for correct
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7. When in use, avoid locations subject to vibration and direct sunlight. 8. After the end of daily work, turn
the power OFF, clean and in-
spect the exterion of the scale to
best condition.
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
Items
Vlaximum Capacity
Vlinimum Scale Division
Jsing Weight Range
Iisplay Range
rare
Jnit Price Presettable
Vlinimum Price Display
‘ower Requirement
Zurrent Consumption
remperature Limits
qelative Humidity
Weight
Remote Display:
Weight
Unit Price
Total Price
Display Designations
Remote Display Mode
Print Head
Label
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SL57-3OL-us
30 Ibs
3.01 Ibs
3.20 - 30 Ibs
3-
30.05 Ibs
3.0 1 - 30 Ibs
$ 0.01 - 99.99
$ 0.01
4C 12OV t lo%, 60 Hz
12OV. IA. 60 Hz
23” - 104°F
35% - 85%
RH (No condensation)
26.5 Ibs
4 digits
4 digits
5 digits
NET, PREPACK, ERROR
Dual sides
Thermal Print Head
RICOH 12OLA or equivalent
Dimensions (approximate)
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6.4”
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13.8”
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14.9"
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1.8”
15.6”
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2. OVERVIEW
Keyboard
Mode Switch (1)
Mode Switch (2)
3. REMOTE DISPLAY
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TEC
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4. KEY ARRANGEMENT
II J iI-’ -1 [ ZERO1
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Unit Price Preset Keys
c Department Keys -
NOTE: The characters indicated on the Unit Price Preset keys and the Department keys are shown for
the convenience of explanation in this manual. The indications on the actual unit are not as
shown in this illustration.
5. KEY AND LAMP FUNCTIONS
Name of Key or Lamp
Function
CLEAR Key 1. This key is used for enter-clear of numeric key.
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2. This$ey is used to release the scale from the save or error mode.
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DATE & TIME Key
El
D%M
1. This key is used to indicate the date on remote display.
2. This key is used for temporary date change.
DEPARTMENT Keys 1. These keys are used to program the department name.
8 keys 2. These keys are used to register the sale items. At this time, the
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Department keys are also used as the Label Issue keys.
3. In “X/Z” mode switch (2) position,these keys are used to generate
the Department Total Reports.
FEED Key This key is used to feed labels.
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Name of Key or Lamp Function
FOR Key 1. This key is used to issue the “BY COUNT” label with split price.
El
2. In “X/Z” mode switch (2) position, this key is used to issue the TEST
FOR label.
Mode Switch (1)
“WEIGH (X)” position:
= WEIGH (Xl
B
1. This position is used in weighing function of SL57.
FIX(Z) 2. This position is used to read (X) all the accumlated sales totals stored
in the unit when mode switch (2) is set to “X/Z PROG.” position.
BY COUNT{ PROGJ
“FIX (Z)” position:
1. The unit price enters directly to total price, and that total price
cannot be changed by any weighing after that.
2. This position is used to reset (Z) all the accumlated sales totals
stored in the unit when mode switch (2) is set to “X/Z PROG.”
position.
“BY COUNT (PROG.)” position:
1. It is possible to produce labels which contain information of quantity
pricing, instead of weight.
Mode Switch (2)
AUTO =
B
MANUAL
X/Z PROG.
2. This position is used to set the various programs when mode switch
(2) is set to “X/Z PROG.” position.
“AUTO” position:
1. This position is used to issue weighing label when mode switch (1)
is set to “WEIGH” or “FIX” position.
2. This position is used to issue By Count label when mode switch (1)
is set to “BY COUNT” position.
The label is issued in succession after peeling it.
“MANUAL” position:
This position is used to issue a label by depressing the PRINT key or
DEPARTMENT key.
“X/Z PROG.” position:
1. This position is used to read (X) or reset(Z) all the accumulated sales
totals in the unit when mode switch (1) is set to “WEIGH (X)” or “FIX
(Z)” position.
2. This position is used to set the various programs when mode switch
(1) is set to “BY COUNT (PROG.)” position.
MR Key 1. In “X/Z” mode switch (2) position, this key is used to generate the
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Grand Total Read Report.
MR 2. This key is used to select the items in programming.
Numeric Keys These keys are used to enter the numeric data (Unit Price, Tare
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weight,etc.).
Per l/2, l/4 Ibs Keys These keys are used to calculate the unit price by l/2 Ibs or l/4 Ibs.
l/2( l/4) key is depressed, the unit price is multipled by 2(4).
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Name of Key or Lamp Function
POWER/ZERO Key This key is used to supply power to the main circuit and to adjust
POWER
q
“ZERO” point.
/ZERO
PRINT/VERIFY Key
q
PRT/+
1. This key has the function of label issue.
2. During programming, data is input to the SL57 by using this key.
PROGRAM Key
q
PROG.
This key is not used in SL57 system.
SAVE Key This key is used to save tare and unit price after taking off the
q
commodity from the platter.
SAVE
TARE Key l.This key is used to subtract or clear the tare weight.
q
2. This key is used to preset tare weight beforehand through the
T numeric keys.
UNIT PRICE PRESET Keys These keys are used to set and call the unit price of frequently used
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commodities.
NET Lamp Lights when tare is subtracted.
\I/
777
PREPACK Lamp Lights when SAVE key is pressed.
\I/
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ERROR Lamp Lights when this scale is improperly operated or has caused a function
\I/ error.
777
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6. LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
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Set the scale on a stable and level surface.
Level the scale by turning the adjusting legs so that the air bubble comes to
the center circle. For example, in the case of the condition shown in the left
figure, turn the adjusting legs (1) and (2) in the direction shown so that the
Correct Incorrect bubble comes to the center of the circle.
Adjusting Legs
f
Level
7. CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD
If the print head is dirty, clear printing is not performed. It is recommended to clean the head with thermal
head cleaner everyday, before starting operation by following procedure:
thermal head cleaner.
Then set the label, and push down the print
head.
NOTE: Do not damage the print head when
cleaning.
Head
al Head Cleaner
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8. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF LABEL ROLL
1. Remove the printer cover and side cover.
Then pull the head-up lever to arrow direction.
,- Head-up Lever
2. Remove the core of the label roll and the label
backing paper.
NOTE: To remove the label backing paper,
loosen the paper by turning the paper
clockwise and remove the paper
stopper.
Be careful to never turn the paper
winding shaft clockwise.
Referring to the figure on the right, set the label
roll on the unit.
3. Push down the printer head, and close the
covers.
NOTE: When the label roll is replaced, press
the feed key to confirm that the label
is issued correctly.
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9. NOTES BEFORE STARTING OPERATION
(1) Be sure to insert the power plug into AC outlet.
(2) When the power key is turned on, the scale goes through the test scanning sequence, such as
OOOO,OOOO,OOOOO, then 1 1 1 1,l 1 1 1,l 1 1 1 1 ......and zeros appear on the displays. When the power
key is turned on over about 16 seconds after the power plug is connected to the AC outlet, all “8”s
appear on all displays for a moment, then zeros are displayed and the scale is ready for use.
(3) While scale is in the test sequence, do not put anything on the platter.
(4) Do not move the unit while it is in operation. Should it become necessary to move it at any time,
turn the power switch to OFF position and be sure to readjust the level indicator after relocating
the scale.
(5) Should a power failure occur during operation, remove the commodity from the platter and insert
the power plug into AC outlet again when power is restored.
(6) If scale is used with an unrated power source, inaccurate scaling or other errors may occur.
(7) If Zero Point has shifted during scaling, and no tare is displayed, adjust Zero Point by depressing
Zero key twice.
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10. OPERATION PROCEDURES
10.1. Weighed Article Registration [Mode SW. (1): WEIGH position]
* Auto Mode [Mode SW. (2): AUTO position]
(1) Press unit price preset key ot’ entel
the unit price.
ex.) Unit price of S 2.50/lb.
(2) Place an article on the platter.
(3) The label is issued automatically.
(Sample label)
Id9 Hilton St.
* Manual Mode [Mode SW. (2): MANUAL position]
(1) Press unit price preset key or enter
the unit price.
ex.) Unit price of $ 2.50/lb is set
in preset key q .
(2) Place an article on the platter.
(3) Press pPRT/+ or department key
for the article.
(4) The label is issued.
m •IJUL25 murAUG04 I ,msJUL25 aunAUG04
2.00 2.50 $5.00
mmtmPRimcr/a;, RIIT.msmn/aa, ”
Id9 Milton St. 149 Milton St.
NOTE: (Sam,,le labels,
When the Mode SW. (2) is set to AUTO position, the character(s) registered in the department key is
(are) printed in the department name area of the label.
When them key is pressed with the Mode SW. (2) set to MANUAL position, the character(s) printed
in the department name area of the label is (are) also that (those) registered in advance in the department
key. The data (Weight data, Item data, and Total Price data) of the issued label is added to the department
No. 8 memory.
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1 O-2. Fix Price Registration [Mode SW. (1): FIX position]
+ Auto Mode [Mode SW. (2): AUTO position]
(1) Press unit price preset key or enter
the unit price.
ex.) Unit price of s 3.00/lb is set
in preset key q
(2) Place an article on the platter.
(3) The label is issued automatically.
+ Manual Mode [Mode SW. (2): MANUAL position]
(1) Press unit price preset key or enter
the unit price.
ex.) Unit price of s 3.00/lb.
WEIGHT U. PRICE T . PRICE
(2) Place an article on the platter.
(3) Press iPRT/+ or department key
for the article.
(4) The label is issued
ma JUL25 suwAU604 ma JUL25 ai nAUG04
1.50 $3.00
1.50 $3.00
IElwT.lE3
PRlcffE:sm ElvI.~dGPRlm;, I’ *- -9
109 Milton St. I49 Milton St.
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(Sample labels)
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10-3. By Count Registration [Mode SW. (1): BY COUNT position]
* General ODeration
(1)
Enter the quantity of sale.
(Max. 2 digits)
(2)
(3)
Press ml.
Enter the total price or press the
preset key.
(4)
Press p] or department key
for the article.
(5)
When Mode SW.(2) is set to
MANUAL position, single la-
bel is issued.
(6)
When Mode SW.(2) is set to
WEIGHT u t PRICE T PRICE
(1 p]
1 c.csl
5ms $1825
5~1t~ts $1.25
AUTO position, the label is m 1710 mm 3 m 1-1El wl.lrn rmcfh ;3
issued in succession after Id9 Milton St. 149 Milton St.
peeling it. (Sample labels)
Sr Single Item Registration
(1) Enter the total price or press the
preset key.
(2) Press mPRT/ or department key
for the article.
(3) The label is issued.
t
Vegetables
-(I JUL25 m nAUG04 ma JUL25 m nAUG04
IPIECZS$1,25 IPIKES$1.25
ICT1T.mmm;,m m ElWT.m mctR3
149 Milton St. 149 Hilton St.
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(Sample labels)
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* Split Price Operation
(1) Enter the quantity of sale.
(Max. 2 digits)
(2) Press jFOR[.
(3) Enter the quantity for that total
price. (Max. 2 digits)
(4) Press !FORI
(5) Enter the total price or press the
preset key.
(6) Press i or department key
for the article.
(7) The label is issued.
WEIGHT U. PRICE T PRICE
[---.--I[];clI
I I
Vegetables
mm JUL25 sunAU6 04 ma JUL25 SDInAUG04
(Sample labels)
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1 O-4. Tare Function Procedures
There are two kinds of tare subtraction procedures, one is “Direct tare”, another is “Preset tare”.
-f Direct Tare Subtraction Mode SW. (1): WEIGH or FIX
Mode SW. (2): MANUAL
1
(1) Place tare weight on the platter.
(2) Press q
(3) Start the weighing or fix price
operation.
(4) The label is issued.
(5) Remove the article
tare.
together with
WEIGHT
[c.ssl
[I
‘+ NET
NOTE: Tare weight subtraction is available with up to 30 Ibs. When tare weight subtraction is in
operation, however, the scalable range for net weight becomes less by the amount of the tare.
(Net weight = Gross weight - Tare weight)
NOTE: When the tare weight exceeds 0.20 Ibs with the Mode SW.(2) set to AUTO position, one tare
label will be issued automatically. To prevent this, set the Mode SW. (2) to MANUAL position.
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* Preset Tare Subtraction #l Mode SW. (1): WEIGH
Mode SW. (2): MANUAL
1
(1) Enter the tare weight.
ex.)Tare weight of 0.50 Ibs.
(2) Press q .
WEIGHT U . PRICE T . PRICE
nn
5 0
(3) Place the tare of 0.50 Ibs on the
platter.
O.SO Ibr
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(4) Start the weighing operation.
Sr Preset Tare Subtraction #2 Mode SW. (1): FIX
Mode SW. (2): MANUAL
1
(1) Enter the tare weight.
ex.)Tare weight of 0.50 Ibs.
(2) Press q
(3) Place the tare of 0.50 Ibs on the
platter.
(4) Start the fix price operation.
1 operation ]
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1 O-5. Save Function Procedures
Save key is used to save tare weight and unit price (or total price) after taking off the article from the
platter.
Sr Weighed Article Mode Saving [Mode SW. (1): WEIGH]
(1) Place tare weight on the platter.
(2) Press q key.
(3) Enter the unit price.
(4) Press m key. Tare and Unit
Price are saved.
(5) Place an article on.
ex.) Weight of 2 Ibs.
(6)
When Mode SW. (2) is set to
MANUAL position, pressv]
or department key.
(7) Remove the article together with
tare.
(8) Press q key.
Clear the save mode and unit
price.
(9) Press q key.
(10) Press m key.
The scale is ready for use.
WEIGHT u . PRICE T PRICE
*
NET
(o.ccl pz.scl I]
-* NET
[I [I (s.cs]
-$$ NET -++ PREPACK
-+$ NET -Fc PREPACK
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* Fix Price Mode Saving [Mode SW. (1): FIX]
(1) Enter the tare weight.
(2) Press q key.
(3) Enter the total price
(4) Press [m key. Tare weight and
Total Price are saved.
(5) Place an article together with tare.
ex.) Aticle of 5 Ibs and tare of
0.50 Ibs.
(6) When Mode SW. (2) is set to MAN-
UAL position, Press iPRT/+ or
department key.
(7) Press q key.
Clear the save mode and total
price.
(8) Remove the article together with
tare.
WEIGHT lJ.PRICE T . PRICE
++ NET ‘+ PREPACK
;+$ NET ;+- PREPACK
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