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  • Page 1 SmartScale 700 User Manual SmartScale 700 Page i...
  • Page 2 In accordance with the Gallagher policy of continuing development, design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Table of contents Introduction ........................ 1 Care and maintenance ....................2 First-time use ...................... 2 Installation ........................3 Installing the Scale bracket ................. 3 Installing the loadbars ..................4 Installing the Scale ....................4 Power and batteries ....................5 The Scale's controls ....................
  • Page 4 Gallagher Standard Loadbars ................82 Gallagher Heavy Duty Loadbars ............... 83 Gallagher Super Heavy Duty Loadbars ............. 83 Gallagher Suspension Load Cell 250 kg ............84 Gallagher Suspension Load Cell 500 kg ............84 Specifications ......................85 SmartScale 700 Dimensions ................85 General ......................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The SmartScale range of Scales is specifically designed to accurately weigh live animals. However the Gallagher range is also well suited to weighing static loads and can be used for this purpose in industrial applications.

  • Page 6: Care And Maintenance

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Care and maintenance The SmartScale 700 is a tough and reliable product designed for use in typical livestock environments. However proper care and maintenance can extend its life. Listed below are guidelines for keeping the SmartScale Scale in good condition.

  • Page 7: Installation

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Installation Installing the Scale bracket The bracket can be mounted on a flat vertical surface, or on a round post. To mount the bracket on a flat vertical surface, for example a square post or board, use the outer holes.

  • Page 8: Installing The Loadbars

    This will prevent the platform from moving during the weighing session. 4. Connect the loadbar cables to the Scale. Note: If you are using non Gallagher loadbars ensure the loadbars are correctly calibrated. Installing the Scale The Scale can be placed on a table top or mounted on the Scale bracket supplied.

  • Page 9: Power And Batteries

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Power and batteries During a weighing session, the Scale can be powered by its internal battery alone or by its internal battery and either the battery charger or an external 12 volt battery. The battery charger connects between an AC outlet and the Scale.
  • Page 10 User Manual SmartScale 700 Using the battery charger To charge the battery using the battery charger, follow these steps. 1. Connect the lead between the battery charger and the Scale. 2. Plug the battery charger into an AC outlet and switch on.

  • Page 11: Battery Charge Status

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Battery charge status The battery icon displays in the bottom left corner of the Scale's upper screen. It is important to note that the battery icon will only ever show the actual amount of charge left in the battery when the Scale is turned on and disconnected from external power.

  • Page 12: The Scale's Controls

    User Manual SmartScale 700 The Scale's controls Soft Keys Five soft keys are arranged along the bottom of the lower screen. The function of these soft keys changes depending on what the lower screen displays. For any given screen, not all soft keys have a function.
  • Page 13 SmartScale 700 User Manual The mode select switch The Scale can operate in three weighing modes and a setup mode. The mode select switch is located on the left hand side of the Scale. The mode select switch has five positions: , A, M, F and S.

  • Page 14: Setup

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Setup To access the Setup menu, turn the mode select switch to S. The setup menu displays on the lower of the two screens on the Scale. In setup mode, the main screen normally displays the time in 24 hour format.

  • Page 15: Selecting A Setup Option

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Selecting a setup option When you turn the mode select switch to S, one of the setup menu options displays. To select an option from the Setup menu: 1. Press the soft key to display the required menu option.

  • Page 16: Draft Menu

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Draft menu The Draft menu lets you set:  the drafting mode,  the drafting limits, and  the drafting gate number (if you have set up auto drafting). Drafting can be completed:  Manually For manual drafting the Scale displays the appropriate drafting gate to open.
  • Page 17 SmartScale 700 User Manual Manual drafting To set up the Scale for manual drafting, complete the following: 1. Ensure that no port is set for drafting. For further details see Communications (p 23). 2. Set the required draft mode. a. Turn the mode selection switch to S.
  • Page 18 User Manual SmartScale 700 Notes:  On the 2 WAY DRAFTING screen, gate numbers are shown against the H Gates and L Gates labels.  H Gates sets the gate number for animals that weigh anything higher than the Draft Limit.
  • Page 19 SmartScale 700 User Manual Automatic drafting To set up the Scale for auto drafting, complete the following: 1. Configure the connection between the Scale and the Drafter. For further details see Communications (p 23). 2. Select the required draft mode.

  • Page 20: Session Menu

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Session menu The SESSION MENU lets you select and then view, print, rename or delete sessions. To display the Session Menu screen: 1. Turn the mode selection switch to S. 2. Select SESSION MENU. The following screen displays: The currently selected session displays in the title bar of the screen.
  • Page 21 SmartScale 700 User Manual Selecting a session To select a particular session, complete the following steps: 1. Turn the mode selection switch to S. 2. Select SESSION MENU. 3. Press the soft keys to highlight SESSION. 4. Press A list of the stored sessions in the Scale displays.
  • Page 22 User Manual SmartScale 700 Renaming a session You can rename any of the standard sessions stored on the Scale from the Session menu. To rename a session, complete the following steps: 1. Select the session, as described in Selecting a Session.
  • Page 23 SmartScale 700 User Manual Printing a session Make sure the SmartScale printer is connected to the Scale. To configure the port that the printer connects to on the Scale, see Communications (p 23) later in this section. 1. Select the session, see Selecting a Session (p 17).

  • Page 24: Set The Time And Date

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Set the time and date The SET TIME AND DATE screen lets you set the current time and date on the Scale's internal clock. The system time and date is recorded each time you create a new weighing session.

  • Page 25: User Options

    SmartScale 700 User Manual User options This screen enables you to see the following user options:  the weight unit to use when weighing animals.  tag checking  live printing To display the USER OPTIONS screen: 1. Turn the mode selection switch to S.
  • Page 26 User Manual SmartScale 700 Live printing When Live Printing is turned on, the Scale prints the weight, tag number and condition score each time it locks onto a weight. Live Printing only occurs if you have connected the SmartScale printer to the Scale and set the port to Printer.

  • Page 27: Communications

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Communications The Communications menu enables you tell the Scale what device is connected to each port. The devices that can be connected to the Scale include a computer, printer, drafter or Electronic ID reader. Connections are made either to Port 1 or Port 2. The ports are located on the upper left hand edge of the Scale.
  • Page 28 Computer Enables the connection of a computer. Used to copy weighing sessions to or from the computer. Printer Enables the connection of a Gallagher Printer. Used to print weighing session data either during or after the session. Data Logger Enables the connection of a data logger. Used to log weight records during a weighing session.
  • Page 29 SmartScale 700 User Manual Drafter Fast Enables the connection of an auto drafter that requires fast drafting, for example, the Racewell Automatic Sheep Crate. When operating an auto drafter in Drafter Fast mode, there is a slight decrease in the accuracy of weight measurements.

  • Page 30: Select A Country

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Power feed to Electronic ID readers The Scale can supply power to an Electronic ID reader. Power is supplied only if the reader is connected to Port 2 and if any one of the three Electronic ID reader options is selected.

  • Page 31: Using Electronic Ids

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Using Electronic IDs The Scale can be used with an electronic ear tagging system. During a weighing session an animal can be identified by reading its Electronic ID. You can use Electronic IDs on their own, or the Scale can also link and store the Visual Tag Number that identifies the same animal.
  • Page 32 User Manual SmartScale 700 Linking an Electronic ID to its Visual Tag Number The first time you use an Electronic ID, follow these steps. 1. Read the animal's Electronic ID. You can read the Electronic ID before the animal steps on the platform or while the animal is on the platform.
  • Page 33 SmartScale 700 User Manual Updating Incorrect Visual Tag Numbers in the Cross- Reference Table Once a link between an Electronic ID and its Visual Tag Number has been made, you can edit it if it is incorrect using one of the following methods: 1.

  • Page 34: Sessions

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Sessions A session is a collection of weight records for which the Scale displays statistics. Sessions have a start date but can remain open for a period of time. Each weighing event adds a record to the current session. To keep weight gain calculations accurate, it is recommended that you start a new session whenever you weigh a new group of animals.
  • Page 35 SmartScale 700 User Manual Loadbars Connected Automatic Mode Manual Mode Fine Mode    Store Animal Store Animal Store Animal Standard Weights Weights on Key Weights on Key Session Automatically Press Press    Record Animal Record Animal...

  • Page 36: Session Naming Formats

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Definitions Record Animal Information Condition Score, Notes as well as the animal's Electronic ID and Visual Tag Number. Record Animal Traits Up to eight fields, defined in MyScale Pro, as well as the animal's Electronic ID and Visual Tag Number.

  • Page 37: Storage Capacity

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Examples of valid formats The following are examples of valid session file names. 2004-01-25 15-20 STEERS 2003-12-04 16-30 @1630 2004-03-16 11-20 Draft List 2004-03-16 11-20 Trait Mature Note: Although you didn't see the session start time on the Scale (unless the session has no user-entered name) it is always stored with the session.

  • Page 38: Selecting A View

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Selecting a view To select a different data view during a weighing session: 1. Turn the mode select switch to either A, M or F. 2. Press to cycle through the available screens. The data displayed on each of the screens is described in the following sections.
  • Page 39 SmartScale 700 User Manual Draft statistics If drafting is turned on and you are in either automatic or manual weighing modes the Drafting Stats screen displays. The details on the lower screen change depending on the drafting mode selected. The screen shows the number, average and total weight of the animals in each drafting category as well as the gate through which the animal was drafted.
  • Page 40 User Manual SmartScale 700 Note: soft key is only displayed if one of the Scale's ports is configured for a printer. For information on connecting a printer to the Scale see Communications (p 23). With a printer connected and configured you can print the statistics on this screen.

  • Page 41: Weight Gain Screen

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Weight gain screen The Weight gain screen shows weight gain data for the animal being weighed and weight gain statistics for all animals in the session. The weight gain graph on the left side of the screen shows the change in an animal's weight gain from one session to the next.

  • Page 42: Weight Records Screen

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Weight records screen Weight records screen for a standard or draft list sessions During a Standard or Draft list weighing session, the Weight Records screen shows the data recorded for each animal:  Visual Tag Number ...
  • Page 43 SmartScale 700 User Manual Weight records screen for a Trait session During a trait session, the Weight Records screen shows the data recorded for each animal:  Visual Tag Number  Weight  Trait entries You can use to scroll up or down the list and view other weight records in the current session.

  • Page 44: Carcass Weight Screen

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Carcass weight screen The Carcass Weight screen displays the carcass weight of the animal. The carcass weight is calculated using the kill-out percentage that you enter. The carcass weight statistics are displayed on the right hand side of the screen.

  • Page 45: Preparing To Weigh

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Preparing to weigh Weighing modes Automatic Automatic mode is recommended for yards that allow a smooth flow of animals across the weighing platform. In Automatic mode, the Scale automatically starts the weight measurement process as soon as the animal steps onto the platform.
  • Page 46 User Manual SmartScale 700 Fine Fine mode is recommended for weighing static loads such as fleeces or produce. In Fine mode, the Scale displays the weight on the platform in the same way as a bathroom scale. If a weight measurement is to be added to the session statistics, the operator presses the green weigh button.

  • Page 47: Scale Layout

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Scale layout Note: If you are using the Scale without connection to an external power source, ensure that the battery has been charged for at least five hours before use. Page 43...

  • Page 48: Connecting The Scale To The Loadbars

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Connecting the Scale to the loadbars Before you begin the weighing session, complete the following steps: 1. Open the Scale case. 2. Mount the Scale on a flat surface or clip it onto the Scale bracket.

  • Page 49: Weighing In A Standard Session

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Weighing in a standard session Creating a new standard weighing session To create a new standard weighing session, complete the following steps: 1. Turn the mode select switch to A (Automatic) or M (Manual). 2. Press the soft key.

  • Page 50: Procedure For Weighing Animals In A Standard Session

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Procedure for weighing animals in a standard session To weigh an animal in a standard session follow this procedure: 1. Select the weighing mode that you want to use by turning the mode select switch to A (automatic) or M (manual).
  • Page 51 SmartScale 700 User Manual  Using Visual Tag Numbers: Use the keypad to enter the Visual Tag Number. Up to nine characters, alphabetic or numeric, can be entered. If an incorrect Visual Tag Number is entered, press delete each incorrect character. Re-enter the correct tag number.
  • Page 52 User Manual SmartScale 700 8. When the Scale has locked onto the weight:  the "Weight OK" light illuminates;  displays on the screen;  the Scale beeps; If drafting is turned on, the gate number displays indicating the drafting category.
  • Page 53 SmartScale 700 User Manual 11. The Scale automatically zero's off any weight left on the platform (e.g. dirt or manure). When this has occurred the icon is displayed on the screen. If the icon does not display, press the blue zero button.

  • Page 54: Procedure For Weighing Static Loads Standard

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Procedure for weighing static loads standard 1. Turn the mode select switch to F (Fine mode). 2. Follow the procedure outlined in Creating a new standard weighing session (p 45). 3. Ensure that the displayed weight is zero. To zero the scales, press the blue Zero button.

  • Page 55: At The End Of The Weighing Session

    SmartScale 700 User Manual At the end of the weighing session 1. Switch the Scale off by turning the mode select switch to the position. 2. Disconnect the loadbar cables. 3. Fit the protective caps to the loadbar cables. 4. Fit the protective caps to the Scale.

  • Page 56: Weighing In A Trait Session

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Weighing in a trait session Trait sessions allow you to record details of individual animals by entering values against various characteristics. Trait tables define which traits can be recorded in a session and the maximum number of characters in each.

  • Page 57: Procedure For Weighing Animals In A Trait Session

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Procedure for weighing animals in a trait session To weigh an animal in a trait session follow this procedure: 1. Select the weighing mode that you want to use by turning the mode select switch to A (automatic) or M (manual).
  • Page 58 User Manual SmartScale 700  Using Visual Tag Numbers: Use the keypad to enter the Visual Tag Number. Up to nine characters, alphabetic or numeric, can be entered. If an incorrect Visual Tag Number is entered, press delete each incorrect character. Re-enter the correct tag number.
  • Page 59 SmartScale 700 User Manual 8. Follow the instructions for the weighing mode you have selected.  Automatic Mode When the Scale has determined an accurate weight for the animal, it locks on to the weight and holds it on the screen. The time taken to lock on to the weight varies depending on the movement of the animal.
  • Page 60 User Manual SmartScale 700 11. Move the animal off the platform. The weight of the animal and the traits will be recorded as soon as the animal leaves the platform (the weight decreases by 30% or more). The weight record screen displays the details of the record just created.

  • Page 61: Procedure For Weighing Static Trait Loads

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Procedure for weighing static trait loads 1. Turn the mode select switch to F (Fine mode). 2. Follow the procedure outlined in Creating a new trait weighing session (p 52). 3. Ensure that the displayed weight is zero. To zero the Scales, press the blue Zero button.

  • Page 62: Weighing While Drafting By List

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Weighing while drafting by list What is a Draft List? The Draft List enables farmers to identify, using its Electronic ID, a specific group of animals to be drafted off during a session. A Draft List is a session file created on the computer with a particular naming format that identifies it when it is copied to the Scale.

  • Page 63: Setting Up The Draft List

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Setting up the Draft List The Draft List is created on the computer and copied to the Scale using MyScale Pro. Refer to the MyScale Pro User Manual for instructions on creating the Draft List and copying it to the Scale.

  • Page 64: Connecting The Equipment

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Connecting the equipment Before you begin a draft list session follow these steps: 1. Connect the automatic drafter to Port 1 on the Scale. 2. Connect the Electronic ID reader to Port 2 on the Scale.

  • Page 65: Selecting The Draft List And Setting Gates

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Selecting the Draft List and setting gates To select a Draft List session, complete the following steps: 1. Turn the mode select switch to A (Automatic) if loadbars are connected or M (Manual) if you are not weighing.

  • Page 66: Procedure For Weighing And Drafting Animals

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Procedure for weighing and drafting animals This section of the manual outlines the procedure to follow to weigh animals and draft them by list. You can also enter a note or condition score for each animal.
  • Page 67 SmartScale 700 User Manual 7. If you want to record a Note for this animal, press the key. The cursor displays and you can enter notes between the > < symbols. You can enter up to 13 characters. 8. If you want to record a Condition Score for this animal, press the key.
  • Page 68 User Manual SmartScale 700 12. Drafting by list, the statistics update in the following way: When an animal on the draft list is seen, the Actual Total column (Act Total) will increase by 1 and the Expected Total (Exp Total) column will decrease by 1.
  • Page 69 SmartScale 700 User Manual 14. Move the animal off the platform. The weight of the animal is recorded as soon as the animal leaves the platform (the weight decreases by 30% or more). At this point the record saves. To further edit the Notes and Condition Scores you have to use the process outlined in Editing weight records (p 68).

  • Page 70: Drafting By List Without Weighing

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Drafting by list without weighing To draft animals by list, without weighing, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect loadbars. Turn the mode select switch to M (Manual). 2. Scan the animal's Electronic ID. After the animal's Electronic ID has been read the draft gate is displayed on the main Scale screen.

  • Page 71: At The End Of The Weighing Session

    SmartScale 700 User Manual At the end of the weighing session 1. Switch the Scale off by turning the mode select switch to the position. 2. Disconnect the loadbar cables. 3. Fit the protective caps to the loadbar cables. 4. Fit the protective caps to the Scale.

  • Page 72: Editing Weight Records

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Editing weight records About editing weight records  Only records in the current session can be edited on the Scale. To edit records in other sessions you need to copy them to the computer. Refer to the MyScale Pro User Manual for more information.

  • Page 73: Editing A Weight Record From A Standard Or Draft List Session

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Editing a weight record from a standard or draft list session In a standard or draft list session; 1. Turn the mode select switch to A or M. Note: You must have loadbars connected to edit the weight records in the current session.

  • Page 74: Deleting A Weight Record In The Current Session

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Deleting a weight record in the current session 1. Turn the mode select switch to A, M or F. 2. Press until the screen listing the individual weights is displayed. 3. Use to select the record to be deleted.

  • Page 75: Recording Animal Information Without Weighing

    In this case, it is recommended that you start a new standard session before storing the Electronic IDs. The procedure for storing Electronic IDs automatically is: 1. Make sure there are no loadbars connected to the SmartScale 700. 2. Turn the mode select switch to A. 3. Read each Electronic ID.

  • Page 76: Recording Standard Animal Information

    To store condition scores and notes about animals without recording a weight, follow these steps: 1. Make sure there are no loadbars connected to the SmartScale 700. 2. Turn the mode select switch to M. 3. Ensure you are in a standard session (not a trait session). If you are not, you will need to start a new standard session.

  • Page 77: Recording Animal Traits

    MyScale Pro User Manual for more information. To store animal trait information without a weight, follow these steps: 1. Make sure there are no loadbars connected to the SmartScale 700. 2. Turn the mode select switch to M. 3. Ensure you are in a Trait session. If you are not you will need to start a new trait session.
  • Page 78 User Manual SmartScale 700 Checking for duplicate Visual Tag Numbers The Scale lets you check for duplicate Visual Tag Numbers during a weighing session. Duplicates can occur if the same animal is weighed twice in a session. They can also occur because a Visual Tag Number has been entered incorrectly.

  • Page 79: Editing A Duplicate Visual Tag Number

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Editing a duplicate Visual Tag Number If a duplicate Visual Tag Number occurs, the following screen will be displayed and the Scale will beep three times. This screen lets you change the current Visual Tag Number or the Visual Tag Number that was entered earlier in the session.

  • Page 80: Updating The Cross-Reference Table With Tag Checking

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Updating the Cross-Reference Table with Tag Checking When a duplicate tag number occurs and you change a Visual Tag Number that is already linked to an Electronic ID, the cross-reference table in the Scale, as well as the current session, is automatically updated.

  • Page 81: Additional Features

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Additional features Memory full warning The Scale can store up to 16000 records. This is a total of 16000 records across all weighing sessions, not just the current session. When the record tally is 1000 records short of the limit, the Scale beeps and a memory full warning displays.

  • Page 82: Zero Tracking

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Zero tracking As animals pass through the weighing crate, an accumulation of mud and dung may build up on the weighing platform. The Scale can compensate for the weight of this accumulation by subtracting it from the total weight.

  • Page 83: Printing

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Printing A SmartScale printer can be attached to the SmartScale 700. If the SmartScale printer is connected during a weighing session, you can configure the Scale to print each animal's tag number, weight and condition score when the Scale locks on to the weight.
  • Page 84 User Manual SmartScale 700 6. Ensure LIVE PRINTING is turned ON. Each time the Scale locks on to a weight, the following information prints.  Visual tag number, or if none exists, the last four digits of the Electronic ID number preceded by a colon.

  • Page 85: Interfacing Software: Myscale Pro

    SmartScale 700 User Manual Interfacing software: MyScale Pro MyScale Pro is software that can be run on a personal computer. After a connection has been made between the computer and the Scale, MyScale Pro can process information obtained from the Scale.

  • Page 86: Loadbar And Platform Options

    The SmartScale 700 Scale recognises most commonly available Loadbar sets. To connect to some Loadbar sets, adapter cables may be required. If you are not using Gallagher Loadbars, a calibration check will be required prior to first use. Gallagher Standard Loadbars Features ...

  • Page 87: Gallagher Heavy Duty Loadbars

    Heavy steel chassis construction absorbs the harshest of impacts  Set them and forget them for permanent installation under large crushes. Talk to your Gallagher dealer about the best platform and/or crate for your requirements. Gallagher Super Heavy Duty Loadbars Features ...

  • Page 88: Gallagher Suspension Load Cell 250 Kg

    User Manual SmartScale 700 Gallagher Suspension Load Cell 250 kg Features:  250 kg capacity loadcells  Replaces mechanical scale for hanging crates  Compact sturdy design  No rubber to delaminate or rot  Spiral spring metal reinforced cable ...

  • Page 89: Specifications

    Specifications SmartScale 700 Dimensions Metric Imperial 232 mm 9.25" Length 212 mm 8.5" Width 90 mm 3.5" Height 2 kg 4.4 lb Weight General Operating Temperature -20º to 50º C -5º to 120º F Accuracy ± 1% Environmental IP67 protection rating...

  • Page 90: Weight Increments

    Weight increments For Gallagher Loadbar sets, the weight increments are preset as shown in the table. For other loadbar sets talk to your Gallagher dealer. Gallagher Gallagher Heavy Duty Standard and Super Heavy Duty Loadbars Loadbars Weight Range (2000 kg)

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