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AM SERIES
CONTENTS
ELECTRONIC WEIGHING SCALE 1. INSTALLATION
OPERATION MANUAL
2. SPECIFICATIONS 3. KEYBOARD LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE
4. INITIAL SETUP
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE SCALE 5. INSTRUCTION FOR USE 6. TROUBLE SHOOTING 7. DAILY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DECEMBER 1999 Specifications subject to change without prior notice
1. INSTALLATION
b. Before first time use, plug the main adaptor into the wall outlet and charge
1.1 Check and make sure that the following
the scale for at least 8 hours.
accessories are included: This operation manual Scale x 1
c. Retain the packing materials for future transportation purposes.
Platter x 1 Power adaptor x 1
Caution:
Dust cover x 1
This unit is legal for trade only when it is sealed (and/or stamped) and bearing a serial
Contact your dealer if any item missed.
number. Do not attempt to break the seal (or stamp) affixed to this scale or remove the
1.2 Insert the platter into the scale carefully. No excessive force is required. 1.3 Power on the scale
serial number. Contact your dealer for more information and after sales service. For most accurate weighing result, do not use
a. Before plugging the power adaptor into
this scale in where or when the environment
electricity outlet, check and make sure
condition falls beyond as those listed on
that the input voltage of power adaptor
SPECIFICATIONS.
matches with the output voltage of the outlet. If not, do not plug in the adaptor,
Do not attempt to open this unit or conduct
contact your dealer immediately.
any trouble shootings other than those listed on TROUBLE SHOOTING.
2. SPECIFICATIONS
3. KEYBOARD LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION
Model No. AM-3000 AM-6000 AM-15K AM-30K Capacity 3000g 6000g 15kg 30kg Division 1g 2g 0.005kg 0.01kg Tare Range 999g 1998g 4.995kg 9.990kg Power-on Zero ¡ Ó 300g ¡ Ó 600g ¡ Ó 1.5kg ¡ Ó 3.0kg Range Zero Range ¡ Ó 60g ¡ Ó 120g ¡ Ó 0.3kg ¡ Ó 0.6kg Min. Load 20g 40g 0.1kg 0.2kg o o o o Operation 0 ~40 C (32 ~104 F), Environment Non-condensed. R.H.¡ Ø 85% Power source By Built-in rechargeable battery or power adaptor
1. ON/ZERO KEY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Press this key to turn scale on or reset display value to zero.
NOTE To comply with the law of certain countries and
certain
approval
requirements,
the
avoirdupois weight units may be disabled.
2. TARE KEY Press this key to tare off the weight of a container.
Contact your dealer for more information. 3. MODE KEY Press this key to shift among different weight units and/or turn backlight on/off. 4. OFF KEY Press this key to turn scale off.
4. INITIAL SETUP 5. IN-CHARGE INDICATOR Red color: Recharging battery
4.1 Placing the Scale
Green color: Charging completed
In order to obtain an accurate weighing result, the scale must be placed on a strong
6. ZERO INDICATOR
and level surface.
An arrow will appear and point at this sign to indicate a zero weight status.
If required, adjust the adjustable feet underneath scale to obtain a level position.
7. TARE INDICATOR
Refer to the bubble indicator for leveling
An arrow will appear and point at this sign to
indicate
the
tare
function
is
condition.
in
operation and weight displayed is net
4.2 Internal Setting
weight. 4.2.1 Select weight unit 8. LO-BAT INDICATOR
The scale is equipped with metric and
When this indicator appears, recharge the
avoirdupois weight units. Default setting
scale immediately. Failure to do so may
= metric weight unit only. Follow the below
cause
steps to enable/disable the avoirdupois
unrecoverable
damage
to
rechargeable battery inside scale.
the
units. a. Turn scale off b. Press and hold TARE, then press ON/ZERO c. Scale displays F.1
d. Press TARE twice
Follow the below steps to enable/disable
e. Scale displays F.3
Auto Power Off Function
f. Press and hold MODE until the kg or lb sign appears.
a. Turn scale off
g. Press MODE to shift between kg and lb sign. -
-
c. Scale displays F.1
To enable the avoirdupois units,
d. Press TARE three times
press ON/ZERO when the lb sign
e. Scale displays F.4
appears.
f. Press MODE to shift between 0._OFF and
To disable the avoirdupois units, press ON/ZERO when the kg sign appears.
4._OFF. g. To enable Auto Power Off Function, press ON/ZERO when 4._OFF appears.
h. After ON/ZERO is pressed, the scale will return to operation status.
h. To disable Auto Power Off Function, press ON/ZERO when 0._OFF appears.
NOTE
i. After ON/ZERO is pressed, the scale will
To comply with the law of certain countries and
b. Press and hold TARE, then press ON/ZERO
certain
approval
requirements,
the
avoirdupois weight units may be disabled. Contact your dealer for more information. 4.2.2 Select Auto Power Off Setting The scale is equipped with Auto Power Off Function. The scale will be turned off automatically if it is not used for 4 minutes.
return to operation status.
5. INSTRUCTION FOR USE
5.3 Select Weight Unit Press MODE to shift among kg à decimal à lb/oz.
5.1 Before Weighing Make sure that:
à kg weight units. Refer to 4.2.1 for internal setting procedures.
a. The platter is inserted firmly into the scale b. The scale is placed on a level and strong
The weight unit used before power off would be employed when the scale is turned on again.
surface. c. The scale is turned on.
5.4 Turn Backlight (Optional) On/Off
d. The ZERO INDICATOR is on. If not, press
Press MODE to shift among various weight units
ZERO/ON to set display to zero.
with backlight or without backlight.
5.2 Weighing
Even though the backlight function is employed,
a. Always place an object onto the platter
backlight will be automatically turned off when
gently. Excessive force applied to platter
a zero weight is detected and remains stable
may cause damages to sensor inside scale.
for 2 seconds
b. The weight of the object would be displayed automatically. c. It is a good practice to remove all loads
Backlight will be automatically turned on again when a weight is detected.
from platter after weighing. It would prolong the lifetime of scale.
5.5 Set Displayed Value to Zero when Unloaded Pressing the ON/ZERO can eliminate a positive or negative value. After the ON/ZERO is pressed, the ZERO INDICATOR appears. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum zero range.
5.6 Tare off the Weight of a Container
5.7 Clear the TARE Function
When a container is used, follow the below steps
Remove all loads from platter then press TARE.
to tare off the weight of the container and
After TARE is pressed, the TARE INDICATOR would
get the net weight.
disappear.
a. Remove all loads away from platter b. Make sure that the ZERO INDICATOR is on.
5.8 Recharge the Scale
c. Place the container on the platter.
The
d. Press TARE.
rechargeable
scale
INDICATOR
is
equipped battery.
appears,
with When
a
built-in
the
recharge
the
LO-BAT scale
After TARE is pressed, the TARE INDICATOR would
immediately. Failure to do so may cause
appear.
unrecoverable
damage
to
the
rechargeable
battery. Refer to 5.2 for weighing procedures. Weight displayed under is the net weight of the subject
The scale can remain in operation when being
matter. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for maximum
recharged.
tare range. Charging is completed when the color of the IN-CHARGE INDICATOR turns green.
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING Syndrome
Scale cannot be turned on
Check:
Is the scale charged?
Action:
Recharge the scale for at least 8
Syndrome
Rated capacity cannot be reached
Check
Is the TARE INDICATOR on?
Action:
Turn the scale off. Remove all loads from platter and turn on again.
Check
hours before first time use or plug in the power adaptor before power
Is there anything obstructing the platter?
Action
Remove all obstacles.
Syndrome
Blank display with only "kg" or "lb"
Check
Is the load applied to platter excess
on the scale. Check
Is
the
power
adaptor
inserted
properly into both the electricity outlet and the DC inlet of scale. Action:
Secure both ends of the power adaptor
the rated capacity of scale? Action
and try again. Syndrome
Scale turned off automatically
Check
Is Auto Power Off Function employed?
Action
Refer to 4.2.2 to disable Auto Power Off Function.
Check
Is the LO-BAT INDICATOR on?
Action
Apply the power adaptor.
Remove all loads from platter and try again.
Syndrome Check
Scale displays ----Is the platter inserted to the scale correctly?
Action
Insert
the
platter
to
scale
correctly. Check
Is the stainless steel platter cover placed on the platter?
Action
Place the stainless steel platter cover onto the platter.
Syndrome
Weighing result is not accurate
Check
Is the scale placed in a level condition?
Action
7.1
Adjust the adjustable feet to a level condition.
Check Action:
7. DAILY CARE AND MAINTENANCE Clean the scale with a soft and damp cloth. If necessary, apply a mild detergent. 7.2
Do not use any harsh, abrasive material,
Is the scale affected by airflow,
acetone, volatile solvent, thinner or
vibration or RFI?
alcohol for cleaning.
Place
the
scale
away
from
all
7.3
Verify
the
accuracy
of
scale
disturbances.
periodically. Re-calibrate the scale if
Check
Is the scale calibrated correctly?
necessary.
Action
Contact your dealer.
Note: In some countries, calibration is
Check
Is the correct weight unit employed?
restricted
Action
Refer to 4.2.1 and 5.3 for weight
authorized/qualified
unit setting and usage.
Contact
to your
be
done
by
agent
dealer
an
only.
for
more
information. 7.4
It is a good practice to apply the dust cover when operating the scale.
7.5
The scale must be placed horizontally during transportation or long time storage.
7.6
Remove
platter
from
scale
before
transportation or long time storage. 7.7
Store scale in a dry and clean place.
