Pay attention to the instructions in the Operation Manual ......3 Intended use of IEX scales ................4 Design of IEX scales with one weighing cell ........... 4 ATEX marking – meaning of icon ..............6 How to install the balance ................. 8 Changing the installation site of the balance ..........
Employees should familiarize themselves with the device’s components described in the operating instructions: • Display KEX-TM • Power unit IEX-A01-U, IEX-A01-E These operating instructions should be freely available for consultation to the employees. The operating instructions contain the icons shown below: •...
T1, T2, T3 or T4. Design of IEX scales with one weighing cell The construction of balances with one weighing cell of the IEX series is based on the modular design principle and comprise: •...
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Balance series IEX with display unit KEX-TM Safe area Ex-protected area 1 load cell balance IEX-A01 power unit IEX (platform balance 300x300) IEX – (500x400) Doc.No.IEX-BA-e-1412...
- Db - Dc Balance IEX is intended for indoor and outdoor use. However, they should not be exposed to chemical vapours, extreme temperatures or extreme humidity. The platform balance construction is made of soft alloyed steel and the weighing cells are made of aluminium.
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• The balance must be protected against mechanical shocks and vibrations. • The IEX balance must be installed and operated by technical staff. • The balance should be serviced from time to time. • Prevent electrostatic charge. Ensure that the earth conductor is connected to the PE conductor on the display unit KEX-TM at all times.
How to install the balance • Prepare the installation site for the IEX balance in a professional manner. • Ensure that the installation site is dry, level and firm. • The permissible operating temperate range is from -10°C to +40°C •...
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• If further levelling of the platform balance is required, turn the adjustable feet of the balance in order to adjust the height. • Check the earth contact springs between the platform balance and the weighing pan. This ensures that the electrostatic charge is discharged from the weighing pan. Doc.No.IEX-BA-e-1412...
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• Prior to initial start-up ensure that there is no risk of explosion – that is, that no explosive atmosphere is present. If it is obvious that the balance is not functioning properly, disconnect the balance from the power supply, secure it and contact KERN customer services. Doc.No.IEX-BA-e-1412...
Stability display Weighing mode / weighing unit Changing the installation site of the balance • When the balance is to be taken to a different installation site please follow the precautionary measures stated under chapter 5 of these operating instruction. Doc.No.IEX-BA-e-1412...
Cleaning and maintenance • Unplug the mains plug from the power unit IEX-A01. • Check, whether the electrostatic earth connection is plugged in correctly and make sure it is in good working order. • Clean the balance and the housing, using a slightly moistened cloth.
• Damage and loss of a connection is inacceptable. • The electrical connection between the housing and the platform – the maximum resistance between the weighing pan (put on) should be less than100Ω. • Stability and levelling of the balance. Doc.No.IEX-BA-e-1412...
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