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1. ID Number Up to 9 separate ID codes are available Each ID code has a total Page 22 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL register and a tare register Weighing setups can be prearranged by setting the ID number and establishing a Tare Memory for that ID number Then the next time that particular ID number is selected the proper tare value is already established and any previously stored total value is enabled Action The ID number is changed by pushing ID NUMBER and then the desired number 1 9 The default ID number is 1 which is the only available ID without the remote Printing Pushing the Print key on the remote will cause the current displayed value to be printed requires EIA 232 option Action e To print the Gross Net or Total values first use the NET GROSS key or the VIEW key to place the desired mode on the display then push PRINT To print the Tare value While in NET mode push TARE followed by PRINT Caution Do not accidently push the Tare key while in Gross mode as this will clear the old tare and establish a new tare Numeric Entry The Tare memory values and Set Point values can be directly entered from the remote Instead of using the select key to scroll through values push the desired number directly The Tare memory number can also be accessed directly i e SHIFT TARE 3 will directly select Tare memory 3 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY RE2. 5000 1000 Page 12 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL TEST SWITCH Action e No current tare is set The weight reading must be stable within 1 division Motion annuncia tor off and has to be a positive reading The entire range of the scale can be Tared If the motion condition is met the display temporarily reads TARE SET and then converts to a NET display and the digits register All subsequent readings are deviations from the set Tare value Final e Tare is set displaying NET weight To remove the Tare Value Push TARE The Tare value is cleared the scale returns to GROSS mode Function Provides a functional system test and an on demand display check without disturbing the current weighment Also provides calibration verification in the form of a load cell calibration number Action To start the text sequence push TEST 1 All digits 7 segment and 16 segment count once from 0 to 9 All annunciators are tested 16 segment displays also go through 2 Battery condition is displayed next in the form percent of battery life with a figure from 1 to 100 on the digits Also additional warnings will be displayed should the battery be below 596 The 96 battery life will vary depending on whether the backlight is on or off Note The percent of battery life is accurate with the D cell battery option only It does not apply to the standard 12V
3. PORTA WEIGH PLUS CRANE SCALES 9 KEY VERSION User Guide Quality Industrial Weighing and Force Measurement Equipment gt PORTA WEIGH ws 14 sense 3 1 5 5 ROU A LA Measurement Systems International MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL Page 2 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction c 4 Specifications e egent RR EEG 4 0 2 Unpacking edere etus titer 6 Battery Removal and Replacement 6 Battery Life nece eerte 7 Battery Charger uenerit ce oreet 7 Batteries ise ette beet ee RO ee RE 8 Optional Alkaline Battery Power 8 Keyboard Operations esee 10 Keyboard Features 10 Power Switch sees 11 Zero SWIC hi 11 Net Gross Switch eite 12 Tare In Tare Out Switch sees 12 To remove the Tare Value 13 Test Switch cssssssccossssssscssssersecsscesnessnscensessnees 13 Calibration and Setup sss 14 Switch Functions during Calibration amp Setup 14 Enabling Calibration and Setup 14 Calibrate Setup Menu 15 Standard Calibration 15 Fine Calibration eene 16 Cal with Rcal value Cal
4. Designed to meet or exceed all USA Canadian United Kingdom and International standards Rugged construction throughout Single printed circuit board is shock mounted to withstand shocks in excess of 50 G s Switches are totally sealed and rated for over 10 million operations Precise high resolution 20 bit A D conversion coupled with advanced 16 bit microcontroller provides world class features and accuracy Six 1 6 inch 40 mm high digits for clear weight readings from a distance Easy to read annunciation of measurement modes such as NET or GROSS are provided on eight 0 8 inch 20 mm alphanumeric characters Also used for menu prompts Display illumination uses rugged long life light emmitting diode LED backlighting coupled with a transflective liquid crystal display providing optimum display contrast under all ambient conditions from full sunlight to total darkness Operation is light sensing automatic or manually set Exceptional battery life Typically 300 hours of continuous use between charges provided by the 12V SLA battery and 2000 hours of continuous use is provided by the optional 8 alkaline D cell batteries Maximum battery life is reduced by use of the backlighting The Porta Weigh Plus will automatically power down when not in use this feature can be disabled A low battery indication appears when approximately 10 of battery life remains Easy to maintain Full digital calibration assures reliable repeatable measu
5. STD CAL Push ENTER TEST 7 The numeric display shows the default capacity of the scale If it is the capacity desired push ENTER TEST If not use the SELECT NET GROSS key and the ENTER TEST key to change the capacity 8 Next the count by is entered Divide the capacity by the count by to determine total counts 9 Goto the Calibration Procedure section for the rest of the initial calibra tion MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide Page 21 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL OPTION Operating the Porta Weigh Plus with the Infrared Remote Control is identical to operating the scale from the standard keyboard However additional features are available using the remote and certain cautions are warranted Ty ius The Infrared Remote is highly directional and requires fairly accurate aiming to achieve the maximum operation range The shape of the remote is designed to help in aiming Aiming becomes less critical as the distance decreases The differences between front panel operation and remote operation are described below Remote Power On Off To turn the Porta Weigh on with the remote requires that the power key is held down until the scale turns on usually about 1 to 2 seconds Power on is the only function that requires more than a short push of the button Power off is instantaneous Holding down the button on power off might cause the unit to turn back on
6. less than 1096 turn off the power remove the tubes and check that the polarity of all batteries are correct Page 8 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL This page intentionally left blank MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 9 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL KEYBOARD OPERATIONS 1 2 3 4 5 POWER ZERO NET GROSS TARE POWER Push to turn the scale on or off ZERO Used to zero the scale Zero range depends on standard NET GROSS When in NET mode pushing this provides a temporary 4 seconds gross weight reading TARE IN OUT When in GROSS mode pushing TARE will zero any weight on the scale which causes the scale to go into the NET mode When in NET mode pushing TARE will clear the TARE value and the scale will revert to the GROSS mode TEST When pushed this causes a display segment check and provides battery and RCAL tests Keyboard Features Silicon elastomeric rubber switches provide up to 10 million operations Far more rugged than mechanical switches that can withstand excessive impact without affecting operation Rubber membrane provides watertight and salt spray proof seal Addi tional poly shield on underlay provides second layer of integrity and prevents humidity contamination Page 10 5 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL OPERATION GUIDE POWER SWITCH ZER
7. RUBBER RETAINING STRAP Page 6 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL BATTERY LIFE The Battery Access Door and the Sealed Lead Acid Battery are potential falling hazards When opening the battery access door be sure to hold the battery to prevent it from falling The Sealed Lead Acid Battery contains lead and should be recycled when it has reached the end of its life The MSI 4300 battery life depends on a number of factors Brightness of the liquid crystal display LCD and number of segments lit the use of the light emitting diode LED backlighting and the age and condition of the sealed lead acid battery SLA The MSI 4300 will automatically turn the scale off when the SLA battery drops to approximately 10 5V You must recharge the battery when this happens SLA batteries do not suffer from memory effects and actually benefit from frequent rechargings Recharge the battery whenever it is convenient even when it still has available life Due to the small maintenance discharge imposed on the battery by the MSI 4300 electronics do not store the MSI 4300 with the battery inside the scale for extended periods longer than 7 10 days Remove the battery from the scale Battery Use Guidelines 1 Recharge whenever convenient Do not wait for the scale to shut itself off if your work situation permits 2 If you need the scale in continuous operation keep a fully charged spare battery at
8. and up to 2000 hours of operating time from the optional D cell alkaline batteries The large backlit alphanumeric display provides precise unambiguous indication of operating modes such as Net and Gross Digital calibration simplifies scale maintenance The single circuit board fully shock mounted and marine proof construction makes for a rugged and reliable overhead scale 6 Digit Weight Indication International Motion Icon Motion Indicator E Minus Sign Center of Zero Icon Low Battery Indicator Infrared Remote On Indicator 8 Character Message Display Units Auto Total On Indicator Ib kg t METRIC t Accuracy Class III or IIIL Operating Temperature 14 F to 140 F 10 C to 60 C Enclosure NEMA IV IP66 alodined cast aluminum Safe Overload 200 of rated capacity Capacities pounds kilograms 500 250 2000 1000 5000 2500 10 000 5000 20 000 10 000 30 000 15 000 50 000 25 000 170 000 35 000 100 000 50 000 Other capacities available by special order or as dictated by standards compli ance MSI has designed and manufactured crane scales up to 500 ton capacity Page 4 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL FEATURES Ultimate Overload 50096 of rated capacity except 25 000 kg unit is 49096 of rated capacity 35 000 kg unit is 43096 of rated capacity 70 000 Ib unit is 475 of rated capacity 50 000 kg unit is 45096 of rated capacity
9. defective 5 Charge until the status light turns GREEN When the charge cycle is complete you can and should leave the battery on the charger until it is needed The charger keeps a maintenance float charge on the battery to ensure the best possible operation times For scales that are in high usage MSI recommends obtaining a spare battery so one can always be on the charger Optional Alkaline Battery Power 8 Standard D cells Alkaline type is preferred but standard Carbon Zinc can also be used This reduces the available battery life in half Also Ni Cad D cells work fine Ni Cad battery life varies widely but should be about one quarter the equivalent of Alkaline Installing Changing 1 The batteries must have enough charge to ensure accurate operation If the batteries are too low the scale will automatically shut off 8 batteries in series must total more than 5 4V 2 Turn the MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus off 3 Remove the battery tubes by turning the knobs counterclockwise It is not necessary to remove both tubes at once 4 Replace the batteries with four fresh D cells in each tube with correct polarity 5 Reinstall the battery tubes by inserting the tubes back into the unit and turning the knobs clockwise Note The batteries can be checked with the Test Mode Power displayed is in relative percent 96 of battery life applies to alkaline batteres only If the number with fresh batteries is extremely low
10. hand Replace the drained battery as close as possible to the low battery warning or earlier 3 SLA Batteries that have not been deep discharged should withstand 500 to 1500 charging cycles 4 The low battery warning will indicate about 2 4 hours of additional use before the MSI 4300 turns itself off 5 If the MSI 4300 is not going to used again soon remove the SLA battery to prevent deep discharge while the unit is in storage BATTERY CHARGER Each MSI 4300 is shipped with a battery charger designed to charge and maintain the battery Exact charging time will depend on the degree of dis charge of the battery A battery removed when the low battery warning first appears should take about 4 hours to fully charge MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide 7 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL BATTERIES Using the Charger 1 Remove the Battery from the MSI 4300 See previous page for removal instructions 2 Connect the charger assembly to the AC supply 86 260V AC The Power Status light should be green If the power status light fails to illuminate check your AC power connection and make sure the Vin jack is fully seated AC power cords suitable for any world location are available from MSI 3 Plug in the polarized connector to the jacks on the battery 4 The Charge Status light should turn ORANGE indicating fast charge If the status light remains Green when the battery is first plugged in the battery may be
11. D CALIBRATION SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL Selections LOW MED HIGH kg Ib Ton Metric Ton Starts Cal procedure For minor calibration adjustments For emergency calibration only INDUSTRY NIST OIML ALASKA CANADA UNITED KINGDOM LEGAL FOR TRADE AUSTRALIA ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED DISABLE ENABLED DISABLED AUTOMATIC ON OFF eight steps with numerics at 123456 and message reading CONTRAST Push ENTER TEST to quit setup HI VALUE DISABLED GROSS NETGROSS RESPONSE NORMAL BLANKLCD BLINKLCD EXIT LO VALUE INPUT WT MODE DISABLED GROSS NETGROSS RESPONSE NORMAL BLANKLCD BLINKLCD EXIT MANUAL AUTO Standard Calibration is to be used for normal test weight or cal fixture calibra tion of the Porta Weigh Plus 1 Enable Calibration by pushing the key behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the STD CAL message Push ENTER TEST 3 The message reads SCALE Remove all weight from the scale When motion ceases push ZERO Assuming the detected zero weight is MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide Page 15 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL within acceptable limits the message reads WEIGHT indicating it is time to add the test weight s 4 Pick up a test weight of at least 20 of capacity Note A test weight of 50 or more of capacity is recommended for highest accuracy 5 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to cause the displayed reading to match
12. EMS INTERNATIONAL 4 On initial power up the zero range is 20 Action The weight reading must be stable within 1 division If this condition is met the display reads ZEROED and the digits display 0 or 0 0 or 0 00 depending on resolution The zero setting is stored by the backup memory which will restore it the next time the system is turned on Final The display reads GROSS and the digits display 0 or 0 0 or 0 00 depending on resolution NET GROSS SWITCH Function Switches the display between Net and Gross modes temporarily 4 seconds Rules for Use 1 Does not operate in the GROSS mode 2 NET GROSS will work even when the scale is in motion Action e Not in NET mode Tare No Action display continues to read the Gross weight only In NET mode Shows Gross weight for 4 seconds Display reads GROSS then returns to NET TARE IN TARE OUT SWITCH Function Sets and removes Tare Rules for Use 1 Only positive weight readings can be tared 2 The scale will only tare when it is in the GROSS mode 3 The motion annunciator must be off the weight reading must be stable 4 Setting or changing the tare has no effect on the zero setting 5 Taring will reduce the apparent over range of the scale For example if a 1000 Ib container was tared and the scale capacity is 5000 Ib the scale will overload at a net weight of 4000 Ib plus any additional allowed overload usually 4
13. Enable Calibration by pushing the key behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the STANDARD message Push ENTER TEST 3 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll through the STAN DARD options When the desired standard is displayed push ENTER TEST MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 17 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL OTHER SETUP FUNCTIONS FILTER The filter must be set to LO to pass most LFT Legal for Trade jurisdictions In industrial applications setting the filter to medium or high can provide a more stable reading AUTO OFF The AUTO OFF feature when enabled prolongs the battery life of the scale by turning the power off after 1 hour of scale nonuse Anytime a key is depressed any key or the detected weight is in motion the 1 hour limit is reset Therefore the scale will stay on indefinitely if the weight is changing or any key is pressed at least once an hour This feature defaults to the enabled mode when initially calibrated When disabled the scale will stay on and only the power key will turn it off LIGHTING The light emitting diode LED backlight is normally controlled by a photocell that detects ambient light and determines if the backlight should be on or off AUTOMATIC mode Should the user desire the backlight can be permanently enabled ON mode or for increased battery life permanently disabled OFF mode REMOTE Enables or disable
14. O SWITCH Function Turns the scale On Off Toggle action and prompts user to zero the initial deadload Rules for Use 1 The batteries must have enough charge to ensure accurate operation or the scale will not turn on 2 Ambient temperature must be greater than 14 F 10 C and less than 140 460 C Action 1 Display Check All segments are illuminated for 1 second 2 Message displays MSI PAW numerics give the software version number for 1 second 3 During display test and MSI message all internal operations are checked and any nonconformance causes an error message to be displayed 4 UK LFT units only ZERO User is prompted to push the zero key 1 20 zero range If the weight is in initial zero range the scale will zero and start standard operation If not the message UNLOAD appears on the display and the scale will be inoperable until it is unloaded Final Unit reads the current weight in the Gross mode Function Sets the zero reading of the scale Rules for Use 1 The scale must be stable The scale will not zero if the motion detect annunciator is on 2 The scale must be in the Gross mode The scale will not zero in the Net mode 3 The scale will accept a zero setting over the range of 10 to 100 NIST Alaska amp Industrial Standards or 1 to 3 UK Australia OIML amp Canadian Standards MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide Page 11 MEASUREMENT SYST
15. PLACEMENT Type Standard 9 volt NEDA ANSI 1604 A IEC 6LR61 alkaline type is preferred due to high LED peak currents There is storage space for a spare battery internal to the remote When to Change The internal 9 volt battery needs replacing when the indicator LED is no longer visible when any button is pushed The operating range of the remote will gradually decrease When the range is insufficient for your normal mode of operation replace the battery even if the LED is still visible Installing Changing 1 Turn the remote unit over Remove the three phillips screws with a MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 23 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL 2 3 4 7 8 number 2 phillips head screwdriver Turn the unit right side up Pop the front panel out by applying pressure to the lower left corner of the blue urethane case thus exposing a corner of the front panel switch assembly With a flat screwdriver blade carefully pry out the switch from the urethane case by working the screwdriver up the left edge of the switch assembly Be careful not to insert the screwdriver too deep as you may damage the internal elec tronics Fold the switch assembly to the left side of the unit exposing the battery and the printed circuit board Pull the battery connector off the battery Remove the battery by tilting it up sideways Install the new battery by tilting it in sideways and wedg
16. SLA battery 3 The CAL number is displayed next To ensure that the Cal number is accurate the scale must be near zero in the same state that it was cali brated in The original Cal number is printed on the right battery tube calibration label Cal number shifts of up to 10 counts are insignificant 4 Internal tests are performed to further ensure scale integrity Final Either the reading returns to the last condition or an error message is displayed MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 13 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL CALIBRATION AND SETUP POWER ZERO NET GROSS TARE Switch Functions during Calibration and Setup 1 POWER Use to escape out of calibration 2 ZERO Used to zero the scale during calibration or CLEAR during setups 3 NET GROSS Used to scroll through menu items Used in FINE CAL as UP 4 TARE IN OUT Used only in FINE CAL as DOWN 5 TEST Used as ENTER When the menu item desired is on the display push ENTER TEST to store the choice in the scale memory ENABLING CALIBRATION AND SETUP 1 Remove the Seal Port on the right side of the Porta Weigh Plus front casting 2 Push the small button located inside the seal port Page 14 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT CALIBRATE SETUP MENU Top Menu FILTER UNITS STD CAL FINE CAL CAL RCAL STANDARD AUTO OFF AZM REMOTE LIGHTING CONTRAST EXIT HI SET PT LO SET PT TOTALIZE STANDAR
17. T SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NOTES Page 28 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL NOTES MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 29 Suez im Measurement Systems International MADE IN THE C 6 USA 14240 INTERURBAN AVENUE SOUTH STE 200 SEATTLE WASHINGTON 98168 4661 U S A 2004 by Measurement Systems International PH 206 433 0199 FAX 206 244 8470 Printed in U S A SR PA WEB www msiscales com Email info msiscales com PUB 246 03 95D
18. and the ENTER key to finish out the entry Note With the IR remote the value can be entered directly After the entire Hi Set Point is entered the display will step to MODE Push ENTER The first se lection is DISABLED This mode allows the user to program a setpoint without the setpoint actually operating To enable the setpoint push SELECT until either the GROSS mode or the NETGROSS mode is selected In the GROSS mode the setpoint will operate at the value set based on Gross Weight regardless of any tare value being subtracted If this is the desired setpoint op eration mode push ENTER If the setpoint should operate relative to a tared weight the NETGROSS mode should be used Use the SELECT key to change from GROSS to NETGROSS and then push ENTER In this mode the setpoint will oper ate at the value which represents either a Gross weight or a Net weight The next selection is the Setpoint RESPONSE what the scale should do when a setpoint value is reached Push ENTER There are now three se lections The NORMAL response turns on the internal MOSFET which is connected to a user supplied alert device such as a siren or strobe light Use the SELECT key to change the response to INDIVIDUAL DIGIT FLASHES EVE TIME SELECT KEY IS PUSHED RY MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide Page 19 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL BLANKLCD In t
19. ey and subsequent key presses the scale will forget that you pushed SHIFT This could mean for example that the scale will turn off rather than go into the test function Shift Power Page 24 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL ID function has a five second maximum window for the number entry otherwise the ID will remain as before e As shipped any Measurement Systems International infrared remote will operate any Porta Weigh Plus It is possible by special order to encode the infrared transmissions so that a separate remote is required for each different Porta Weigh Plus Up to eight channels are possible Contact the factory for more details MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 25 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL PROPER LOADING PROCEDURES DO NOT INTERFACE HARDWARE DO NOT USE MULTIPLE ATTACHMENTS SHACKLES HOOKS ETC THAT ARE OVERSIZED AND RESTRICT SINGLE POINT LOADING AND SELF ALIGNMENT WHICH CAN RESULT IN OFF AXIS LOADING 1 DO NOT PUSH OR PULL ON LOADED USE HARDWARE THAT CREATES SINGLE SCALE 2 DO NOT PULL LATERALLY ON POINT ATTACHMENTS AND ALLOWS THE HOOK WITH SCALE LOADED SCALE FREEDOM OF ALIGNMENT PUB PLP 01 95 Page 26 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL THE MSI LIMITED WARRANTY MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INC WARRANTS
20. his mode the liquid crystal display weight reading blanks out and the message displays SETPT The MOSFET functions as before Use the SELECT key again to change to the BLINKLCD response Weight readings continue but the display alternates between a standard weight reading and a HI SET PT indication In all three modes the overload condition will override the display mode 8 After the desired setpoint response is selected press ENTER 9 The Setpoint Menu is now back on the screen The SELECT key can be used to return to any of the above operations VALUE MODE RESPONSE if modifications need to be made To quit and re turn to normal scale operation use SELECT until the message EXIT appears and push ENTER or push CLEAR no shift required This returns you to the Setup Menu Again push CLEAR to get out of the menu and back to standard scale operation Use the same procedure for a Low Setpoint Disable Setpoint It is often useful to be able to set up a Setpoint ahead of time and disable it for testing purposes 1 From the Setup function push the SELECT NET GROSS key until the message reads HI SETPT or LO SETPT 2 Push ENTER TEST This accepts that the HI SETPT is to be modified 3 Push SELECT until the MODE message appears Push ENTER 4 Push the SELECT key until the message DIS ABLE appears Push ENTER This disables the Setpoint and returns you to the Setp
21. ibrate with the Resistor Calibration number 16 To Enable Disable AZM Auto Zero Maintenance 17 To Set the Legal Standard 17 Other Setup Functions 17 1 17 PAULO OM i 17 Lighting e 17 uj P C 17 Setpoint nuce Return ERU 17 Disable Setpoint 20 Contrast niic eerte nettes teftes 21 To Initialize the Scale 2442242222 21 Infrared Remote Control Option 22 Remote Control Battery Replacement 23 Infrared Remote Comments 24 Proper Loading Procedures 26 The MSI Limited Warranty sess 27 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 3 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INTRODUCTION Backlit transflective LCD provides excellent readability from full sunlight to total darkness The alphanumeric section prompts the operator through setup and calibration SPECIFICATIONS The Measurement Systems International Porta Weigh Plus Crane Scale represents a new level of technology and performance in the scale industry A16 bit microcontroller coupled with an alphanumeric display gives unprec edented versatility and programmability Advanced power saving circuitry provides up to 300 hours of operation between charges with the standard sealed lead acid SLA battery
22. ing it in the small indented region between the printed circuit board and the case wall Reconnect the battery connector Check for operation by pushing any key on the front panel and ensuring that the indicator LED is lighted If it does not check that the keyboard connector is still seated properly and the battery is fresh Replace the front panel switch assembly by centering it over the open area and pressing evenly around the edges until it seals Replace the three screws Make sure the screw seal gaskets are in good condition INFRARED REMOTE COMMENTS Due to the sensitivity required to allow for full sunlight operation it is possible to overload the input to the infrared remote receiver in the scale if the remote is too close This situtation is characterized by erratic remotely controlled operation The simple remedy for this is to not aim directly at the scale but aim slightly off center when very close The range of the remote is optimized when the scale is 8 feet or more off the ground The infrared sensor is aimed slightly down to help diminish sunlight overload When the scale is closer to the ground aim the remote up into the infrared window from below If the scale is used normally very low to the ground it is sometimes possible to bounce the infrared signal off the ground and up into the sensor Using SHIFT key functions requires that the keys are entered in rapid fashion If more than five seconds pass between the SHIFT k
23. load sensing elements and meters against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from date of purchase and warrants electrical cables and batteries against the same defects for a period of ninety 90 days from date of purchase Any device which proves defective during the warranty period will be replaced or repaired at no charge provided that the defective device is returned to the Company freight prepaid In no event shall the Company be liable for the cost of any repairs or alterations made by others except those repairs or alterations made with its specific written consent nor shall the Company be liable for any damages or delays whether caused by defective workmanship materials or otherwise The Company shall not be liable for any personal injury or property damage resulting from the handling possession or use of the equipment by the cus tomer The warranty set forth herein is exclusive and is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness or of any other obligations or liability on the part of the Company The liability of the Company under this warranty is limited solely to repairing or replacing its products during the warranty periods and the final judgement and disposition of all claims will be made by MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INC MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide Page 27 MEASUREMEN
24. oint Menu Push CLEAR ZERO two more times to get out of the Setpoint and Setup menus or using the SE LECT key scroll to the next desired operation To re enable the Setpoint follow steps 1 3 above On step 4 select the GROSS mode or the NETGROSS mode 5 Page 20 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL CONTRAST Used to optimize the contrast of the liquid crystal display at various viewing angles This is factory preset for optimal viewing from below the scale By going through the 8 steps the viewing angle can be changed slightly to improve contrast for other applications TO INITIALIZE THE SCALE Caution This procedure must be followed by a complete Setup and Calibra tion Be sure to set the Calibration Units to your desired unit of measure and the legal standard as required before starting initial calibration 1 Remove the seal port but do not push the Cal Switch yet Push the front panel TEST key followed immediately by the Cal Switch The Scale reads RESET 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to UNITS Push ENTER TEST 3 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the desired unit of measure Push ENTER TEST 4 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to STANDARD Push ENTER TEST 5 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the desired standard Push ENTER TEST 6 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to
25. re ments Complete marine sealing ensures reliable operations under harsh weather conditions Anti EMI shielding is standard Low emissions and susceptibility Easily customized for special applications IR Remote control is available as an option Adds keyboard tare and other features MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key e User Guide 5 MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL UNPACKING When unpacking the scale from the shipping container insure that all parts are accounted for Check the scale for any visible damage and immediately report any damage to your shipper It is advisable to use the original shipping con tainer when shipping or transporting the MSI 4300 Port A Weigh Plus BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT 1 Turn the MSI 4300 Off 2 With one hand hold the battery access door to prevent it from falling 3 Rotate the two cam lock knobs on the access door counter clockwise until the door latches disengage 4 Carefully back the access door out of the battery well 5 Relese the rubber retaining strap and remove the battery by pulling straight back 6 Install a fully charged battery by plugging it in to the exposed battery jacks The MSI 4300 will turn on briefly then turn itself off 7 Reseat the access panel 8 Turn the cam lock knobs clockwise until the access door is secured Make sure the door is firmly in place now and before each use 12V SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY D00599 0004 BATTERY E
26. s the optional IR Remote control This option must be installed to function SETPOINT Used to enter low and high setpoint values mode disabled gross net gross and response normal blank display blink display of setpoints When the weight exceeds a Hi Setpoint value or falls below a Low Setpoint value the scale may respond in a variety of ways The normal re sponse is to turn on an open Drain MOSFET which can be used to drive relays lights sirens etc Contact the factory or your MSI distributor for more details Other responses include blanking the display BLANKLCD or flashing the weight reading on and off BLINKLCD Follow this procedure for entering Setpoints Page 18 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL 5 6 1 wm wm 1 Enable Calibration by pushing the key behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the HI SETPT or LO SETPT message Push ENTER TEST 3 The message display reads HI VALUE Push ENTER 4 The most significant digit flashes The display reads INPUT WT Push the SELECT key until the first digit of the desired weight value is displayed Push ENTER The CLEAR ZERO key can be used to change an entry if necessary Note To enter 100 kgs on a 10 000 kg scale the first two digits should be entered as zeros 00100 The next most significant digit flashes Use the SELECT key
27. tery tube Turn the scale power on and push the Calibrate enable switch behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the CAL RCAL Page 16 MSI 4300 Porta Weigh Plus 5 Key User Guide MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL message Push ENTER TEST 3 The message reads SCALE Remove all weight from the scale Push ZERO When motion ceases and assuming the detected zero weight is within acceptable limits the message reads ZEROED 4 Use the SELECT NET GROSS and ENTER TEST key to cause the left most digit of the displayed reading to match the RCAL value noted earlier Repeat for the remaining digits Push ENTER TEST 5 CAL RCAL is complete push CLEAR ZERO to return to normal scale operation or push SELECT NET GROSS to choose another Calibrate Setup function TO ENABLE DISABLE AZM AUTO ZERO MAINTENANCE 1 Enable Calibration by pushing the key behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the AZM message Push ENTER TEST 3 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll through the AZM options When the desired mode ENABLED or DISABLED is displayed push ENTER TEST Caution Disabling Auto Zero Maintenance will degrade temperature and drift performance of the Porta Weigh Plus Disabling it is only intended for testing at certification Seal the Calibration Port This completes the Calibration Procedure TO SET THE LEGAL STANDARD 1
28. the value of the test weight When a match is made push ENTER TEST Repeat for the remaining digits When the last digit is entered the scale should be steady as this can affect calibration accuracy 6 Calibration is complete push CLEAR ZERO to return to normal scale operation or push SELECT NET GROSS to choose another Calibrate Setup function FINE CALIBRATION Fine calibration is for minor adjustments to the calibration and is usually not necessary 1 Enable Calibration by pushing the key behind the seal port 2 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to scroll to the FINE CAL message Push ENTER TEST 3 Pick up a test weight of at least 50 of capacity The weight is indicated on the numeric digits 4 Use the SELECT NET GROSS key to cause the displayed reading to move up slightly Use the TARE key to cause the reading to move down When the displayed reading is acceptable push ENTER TEST 5 Fine Calibration is complete You are now back in the Calibration Setup Menu Push CLEAR ZERO to return to normal scale operation or push SELECT NET GROSS ENTER TEST to choose another Calibrate Setup function CAL WITH RCAL VALUE CALIBRATE WITH THE RESISTOR CALIBRATION NUMBER Cal Real is for emergency calibration when test weights or a calibration system is not available 1 Remove the right battery tube facing the back On the calibration label is a printed RCAL value Make a note of the value and reinsert the bat
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