FP-5Li Scale
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1. FRANCOTYP POSTALIA MAILING SOLUTIONS Contents Section 1 I trod Cti nu LT LS Y u e am RT Ie q 2 1 1 Intended USE ooo cccccccscsscsssscssesscsecsesacsscsecsecsesacsecseeseeacsecsscseeacsecsecseeseeaens 2 1 2 Safety TIDS Q anasu uman ee ee ee A 2 Section 2 Installing the FP 5L 1 esee 3 2 1 Unpacking the FP 5L deed Rod ER e deis 3 2 2 Setting up the FP 5L esakun aaea s e dede eds 3 Section 3 FP 5L Keyboard 1 1 0 sese 4 Section 4 Calculating U S P S Rates sees 5 4 1 Using the FP 5L Domestic Mail 1 1 seen 5 4 2 Zip Code Entry s eu ge IHRER n una 5 4 3 Canada amp Mexico u usa a dar EROS RIAM ea eee 5 4 4 Special Services eno peeetteenteitatst tena E 5 Section 5 Special Functions 1 21 c sse 6 5 1 Clear GE tht dee nie tete et i e n Ce eds 6 5 2 Zero vole eaeque iaedeateetemtdeands 6 Section 6 Zip Code Initialization essen 7 Section 7 Rate Changs Z ooo e TREE HS 8 Section 8 Troubleshooting sees 9 Section 9 Cleaning the FP 5L L nenne 10 Section 10 Technical Specifications eese 11 Section TL Service onl ei et eo n elt 12 Section 1 Introduction 1 1 Intended Use The FP 5L is a rate calculating scale for letters and small packages weighing bet2. F Humidity 15 to 85 Power Consumption Max 300 milliAmps Power Supply 120 V AC 60 Hz UL Approved FCC 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 communication It has been tested and found to comply with the limit for Class A computing devices 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 Section 11 Service Every FP 5L scale is checked thoroughly before leaving the factory Should any faults occur in spite of our extensive quality control please contact your local servicing dealer listed below or call 800 341 6052 for a dealer near you FP Authorized Dealer FP Mailing Solutions Francotyp Postalia Inc 140 N Mitchell Ct Suite 200 800 341 6052 www fp usa com M56 FRANCOTYP POSTALIA FP Mailing Solutions Francotyp Postalia Inc 140 N Mitchell Ct Suite 200 800 341 6052 www fp usa com
3. e or the amount to be collected When you select either of these services the FP 5L will indicate that a value must be entered by illuminating the ENT AMT indicator showing 0 00 with the first 0 flashing on the display Enter the value required and confirm it with the ENTER key The highest amount that can be entered is 25 000 for registered mail and 5 000 for insurance If an incorrect entry is made it can be cleared by pressing the CE C key If an entered combination is not possible the message nA will appear on the left side of the display for a short time Then the FP 5L will return to the last entry Section 5 Special Functions 5 1 Clear CE C With the CE C key you can 1 Clear an incorrect entry before pressing the enter key 2 Clear all special services chosen 3 Return to the weight only ready mode Pressing the CE C key once you will clear the last item entered If nothing has been entered it will clear all special services If no special services are selected it will return to the weight only ready mode If you want to reset the unit to the ready mode and a number has just been entered or special services have been added simply press the CE C key a second time All entries will be deleted and the display will show only the current weight 5 2 Zero To reset the FP 5L s displayed weight to 0 0 0 at any time press the ZERO key This feature can be used if your scale displays a we
4. ghing tray on top of the scale To turn on the FP 5L simply press the switch on the back of the scale to the On position The display will show a series of numbers that represent the scale s model version number and current initialized zip code If the scale is not initialized with your zip code it will only show a flashing 0 and the ENT ZIP key will be illuminated see section 6 steps 3 and 4 for initialization instructions When the FP 5L is ready for use the display will read 0 0 0 The FP 5L automatically resets every time you turn it on NOTE The FP 5Li can be interfaced to two different types of meters If the scale does not seem to send rates to your postage meter when connected please have your installing dealer check the programmed interface protocol FP 5L Keyboard Section 3 70 l OXx m s hinedej TS dj 13GON NO 13 favs 0 e 8 L Pen Nv2G t e z 4 334 Neini3 l 02 32 3NOZ dl2Z LN3 3INVANSNI 321315193 150d avd 31333 Id IS BOBBBOUD IM 1Wy Section 4 Calculating U S P S Rates 4 1 Using the FP 5L Domestic Mail 1 Your FP 5L should have an empty weighing tray and the display should read 0 0 0 2 Place your envelope on the tray 3 Select type of mail by pressing the appropriate key For example press the 1st PRI key for First Class Mail rate
5. ight while the weighing tray is empty or if you want the FP 5L to ignore the weight of an item on the weighing tray Section 6 Zip Code Initialization Your FP service representative will initialize your FP 5L scale so that it displays rates from your specific Zip Code If you move to a new Zip Code you will need to reset your FP 5L scale To change your location Zip Code 1 While in the weight only ready mode press and hold the ENTER key for 15 seconds until the display shows a flashing 0 and all keys are illuminated 2 You are now in the programming mode Enter the number 1111 and press the ENTER key The message ZIP will appear in the display for a short time followed by a flashing zero 3 Enter the first three digits of your new zip code and press the ENTER key 4 Your new zip is now entered and the FP 5L will return to the weight only ready mode displaying 0 0 0 Section 7 Rate Changes When the U S P S changes their rates the rate prom in your scale will need to be replaced A new rate prom can be obtained from your local FP dealer To install proceed as follows Switch the FP 5L off and disconnect power On the bottom of the scale find the metal plate or plastic cover Remove the two screws or plastic door as instructed in diagram With the flat edge of a screwdriver pop out the old rate prom Carefully insert the new rate prom carrier into the FP 5L until it snaps into place Rep
6. lace the metal plate or plastic door on the bottom of the scale re connect power The FP 5L is ready for operation DO Gro CO POL a Remove metal plate or plastic door Section 8 Troubleshooting Problem Display is blank Weighing tray is empty but displayed weight is not zero Display shows the message Display shows the message o L instead of a rate 000000 appears in display Scale is not reacting properly to keypad selections Possible causes and solutions No power Check to make sure FP 5L is plugged in and the switch is in the on position Scale did not automatically reset Press the ZERO key to reset displayed weight Weight is below zero Press the ZERO key to reset displayed weight Weight of package is too high The item on the scale exceeds the 4 pound weight limit for Canada or Mexico Scale capacity exceeded The weight of the item on the scale exceeds the FP 5L s weighing capacity of 5 pounds Scale is not at correct operating temperature Allow scale to reach normal room temperature around 70 degrees F before operating Section 9 Cleaning the FP 5L If you choose to clean your scale never allow liquid to get inside the housing Clean only the outside of the scale using a damp cloth Diluted dishwashing liquid will do the best job Section 10 Technical Specifications Capacity 1 oz to 5 Ib Accuracy 1 oz Operating Temperature 50 F to 100
7. s 4 The correct postage amount appears on the right of the display For domestic mail the keys labeled 1st PRI and Parcel Post are used To get the new shape based pricing for First Class toggle thru Letters Flats and Parcels using the 1st Pri key 4 2 Zip Code Entry To determine Parcel Post rates and Priority Mail rates over 1 pounds the FP 5Li requires a destination zip code Enter the first three digits of the item s destination Zip Code After entering the first three digits the FP 5L automatically displays the correct postage amount To change the entered Zip Code press the ENT ZIP key When the display flashes a 0 enter the first three digits of your new Zip Code 4 3 Canada amp Mexico If you wish to send a First Class International item to Canada or Mexico simply press the appropriately marked key and the correct postage amount will appear First Class International rates to Canada and Mexico can be accessed by pressing either the 5 CAN or 6 MEX keys When an item is on the scale and you press either of the keys marked CAN or MEX the FP 5L will automatically display First Class International rates to that country 4 4 Special Services Special services are certified registered insurance delivery confirmation and return receipt These services can be chosen after you choose the class of mail Two of these services registered and insurance require a value entry for the amount of insuranc
8. ween 1 oz and 5 lb Rates include Domestic U S P S including special services and Air Letter rates to Canada amp Mexico The optional model FP 5Li is considered an interfaced scale The interfaced model allows the operator to connect the scale to a postage meter for automatic rate calculation Otherwise the FP 5L and FP 5Li are identical Throughout this manual the generic term FP 5L will refer to both scales 1 2 Safety Tips Your FP 5L complies with standard safety regulations for office equipment of its type Before operating your FP 5L read the following tips to assure safe operation After the FP 5L has been in weather below 50 degrees Fahrenheit wait at least two hours before installation If any liquid is spilled onto your FP 5L disconnect the plug from the outlet immediately Before connecting the scale again have it checked by your local service representative Repair to your FP 5L scale should be conducted by your local service representative Attempting to repair the scale yourself will void all warranty rights Section 2 Installing the FP 5L 2 1 Unpacking the FP 5L Your package includes the following parts 2 1 2 3 4 5 FP 5L scale Weighing tray Operator s Manual AC Adaptor 2 Setting up the FP 5L Choose a place to keep your scale It should be on a flat horizontal surface Connect the AC Adaptor to the back of the scale Remove the weighing tray from the packing material Place the wei
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