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- Page 1 SmartScale 300 User Manual SmartScale 300 Page i...
- Page 2 In accordance with the Gallagher policy of continuing development, design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SmartScale 300 User Manual Contents Introduction...................... 1 Installation......................2 Installing the Scale bracket .................2 Installing the loadbars ..................2 Installing the Scale ....................3 Power and batteries..................4 Charging the battery....................4 Battery charge status ..................6 The mode select switch .................. 7 Setup......................... 9 Selecting a setup option..................10... - Page 4 User Manual SmartScale 300 Care and maintenance .................. 32 Loadbar and platform options..............33 Gallagher Standard Loadbars ................33 Gallagher Heavy Duty Loadbars ...............34 Gallagher Super Heavy Duty Loadbars.............34 Specifications ....................35 SmartScale 300 dimensions ................35 General ......................35 Weight increments ....................36 Contact details ....................
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Page 5: Introduction
The SmartScale range of weighing systems is simple, tough, innovative and reliable. All Scale's in the Gallagher range can be matched to a choice of loadbar systems, as well as a range of platforms and crates to make an accurate and reliable weighing system. -
Page 6: Installation
User Manual SmartScale 300 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 7: Installing The Scale
SmartScale 300 User Manual Installing the Scale The Scale can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on the Scale bracket supplied. Position the Scale ; clear of the platform to ensure it does not interfere with the flow... -
Page 8: Power And Batteries
User Manual SmartScale 300 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 9 SmartScale 300 User Manual 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.
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Page 10: Battery Charge Status
User Manual SmartScale 300 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 11: The Mode Select Switch
SmartScale 300 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 12 User Manual SmartScale 300 Manual weighing is covered under Weighing animals - automatic or manual modes. F This position selects static load weighing. After the mode select switch is first turned to F, the following information briefly appears. Manual weighing is covered under Weighing static loads - fine mode (p 28).
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Page 13: Setup
SmartScale 300 User Manual Setup The setup menu contains four options: 1. DRAFT MENU - turns Drafting on or off. 2. USER OPTIONS - selects a unit of weight measurement and enables live printing. 3. COMMUNICATIONS - sets up a connection to a device plugged into the Scale's communications port. -
Page 14: Selecting A Setup Option
User Manual SmartScale 300 Selecting a setup option When you turn the mode select switch to S, one of the setup menu options described on the previous page will display. The setup menu items are numbered from 1 to 4. -
Page 15: Drafting
SmartScale 300 User Manual Drafting The Draft Menu option lets you turn Drafting on or off and set a drafting limit. Turning Drafting on or off To turn Drafting on or off, follow these steps. 1. Select 1. DRAFT MENU from the setup menu. - Page 16 User Manual SmartScale 300 Changing the drafting limit To change the drafting limit, follow these steps. 1. Select 1. DRAFT MENU from the setup menu. 2. If the Drafting Off screen displays, press the button. 3. The current drafting limit will display on a screen that looks similar to that below.
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Page 17: User Options
SmartScale 300 User Manual User options The User Options screen lets you select the unit of measurement that you want to use when weighing animals. You can also turn live printing on or off. To display the User Options screen, select 2. USER OPTIONS from the setup menu. -
Page 18: Communications
User Manual SmartScale 300 Communications You can connect a printer to the Scale. Optionally, if you have selected the NZ/AU country option, you can connect the Scale to a device that can respond to SmartScale protocols. Connections are made to the port located on the upper left hand side edge of the Scale. -
Page 19: Select Country
SmartScale 300 User Manual Options are: Unused The port is unused. This is the default option. Printer The port is connected to a SmartScale printer. This option prints weights and statistics during a session. SmartScale (This option will only appear when your country selection is NZ/AU. -
Page 20: About Weighing
User Manual SmartScale 300 About weighing The Scale has three weighing modes: Automatic, Manual and Fine. The Automatic and Manual weighing modes are optimised for weighing live animals. The Fine mode is optimised for weighing static objects. The Scales measurement process... -
Page 21: Zero Tracking
SmartScale 300 User Manual 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 22: Weighing Modes
User Manual SmartScale 300 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 23 SmartScale 300 User Manual Fine Fine mode is recommended for weighing small static loads such as fleeces or produce. In Fine mode, the Scale's weight display varies as objects are placed on and removed from the weighing platform. If a weight measurement is to be added to the statistics, the operator presses the green weigh button.
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Page 24: About Statistics
User Manual SmartScale 300 About statistics When the Scale is in the Automatic, Manual or Fine weighing mode, the lower screen displays statistics of the current weighing session. The way statistics are displayed depends on whether Drafting is turned on or off. -
Page 25: Deleting A Weight From The Statistics
SmartScale 300 User Manual Deleting a weight from the statistics In the Automatic weighing mode, statistics are updated each time the Scale captures a weight. In the Manual or Fine modes, a weight is captured and the statistics updated only if the operator presses the green button. - Page 26 User Manual SmartScale 300 Animals Delete the weight just after the animal has left the platform This feature is available when the Scale is set to either the Automatic or Manual mode. After the weighed animal has left the platform and before the next animal steps onto the platform, you have an opportunity to delete from the statistics the weight just captured.
- Page 27 SmartScale 300 User Manual Static loads Delete the weight after the load has been removed from the platform This feature is available when the Scale is set to the Fine mode. After the static load has been removed from the platform and before another load is placed on the platform, you have an opportunity to delete from the statistics the weight just captured.
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Page 28: Clearing The Statistics
User Manual SmartScale 300 Clearing the statistics If you want to clear the statistics, follow these steps. 1. Set the mode select switch to the Automatic, Manual or Fine weighing mode. 2. Press the button. After you press the button, all values will be set to zero and the lower screen will display as shown in the relevant illustration below. -
Page 29: Before You Begin Weighing
SmartScale 300 User Manual Before you begin weighing 1. Release the catches on the front of the Scale and open the case. 2. Place the Scale on a flat surface or clip it onto the Scale bracket. 3. Connect the leads from both loadbars to the Scale. -
Page 30: The Weighing Session
User Manual SmartScale 300 The weighing session Weighing animals - automatic or manual modes At all times during the weighing session, ensure that the underside of the platform is kept free of dirt and stones. 1. Select the weighing mode that you want to use by turning the mode select switch to A (Automatic), or M (Manual). - Page 31 SmartScale 300 User Manual 6. Once the Scale locks onto the weight, the following events occur. The Scale beeps. • The weight measurement displays in the upper screen. • The red light glows. • icon displays in the upper screen.
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Page 32: Weighing Static Loads - Fine Mode
User Manual SmartScale 300 Weighing static loads - fine mode 1. Turn the mode select switch to F (Fine mode). 2. If you want to reset the statistics display to zero, press the button. For more information refer to Clearing the statistics (p 24). -
Page 33: At The End Of The Weighing Session
SmartScale 300 User Manual Weight-on-scale memory The Scale remembers the weight on the display at the time it is switched off. This weight is restored if the same weight is on the platform at the time the Scale is switched back on. -
Page 34: Printing
User Manual SmartScale 300 Printing A SmartScale printer can be attached to the SmartScale 300. If the SmartScale printer is connected during a weighing session, you can configure the Scale to print each animal's weight automatically. You can also print the statistics at any time during or after the session. -
Page 35: Printing Statistics During A Weighing Session
SmartScale 300 User Manual Printing statistics during a weighing session To print statistics during a weighing session, follow these steps. 1. Connect the printer cable to the port on the Scale. 2. Turn the mode select switch to S to display the setup menu. -
Page 36: Care And Maintenance
User Manual SmartScale 300 Care and maintenance The SmartScale 300 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 37: Loadbar And Platform Options
The SmartScale 300 will recognise 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 2000 kg weighing capacity - Available in 600mm (23") and... -
Page 38: 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 4500 kg weighing capacity 1000 mm (39") rugged steel loadbars... -
Page 39: Specifications
SmartScale 300 User Manual Specifications SmartScale 300 dimensions (9¼ inches) Length 232 mm (8½ inches) Width 212 mm (3½ inches) Height 90 mm (≈4.4 pounds) ≈2 kg Weight General Operating Temperature -20º to 50º C (-5º to 120º F) Accuracy ±... -
Page 40: Weight Increments
User Manual SmartScale 300 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 Heavy Duty Gallagher Loadbars (3500 kg) Weight Range Standard Loadbars... -
Page 41: Contact Details
Contact details The SmartScale range of products is distributed by the following companies: NEW ZEALAND UNITED KINGDOM Gallagher Group Ltd, Gallagher Power Fence™ (UK) Ltd, Private Bag 3026 Unit 5, Eastboro Fields, Hamilton Hemdale Business Park, Attleborough, Nuneaton CV11 6GL. - Page 43 Gallagher will repair or material, installation or service. replace at their option any faulty product returned to AUSTRALIA them or their Dealer within this time period.