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5.5 Specifications ........32 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost.
This manual provides operating instructions and configuration information for the 920i Weighcenter. Please read this manual completely through before attempting to use the system.
General Safety Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understood the instructions and warnings in this manual. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing System dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility. WARNING Failure to heed may result in serious injury or death.
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Livestock scales are not intended for the transportation of livestock or any other goods. Any addition of weight to the scale while in transport mode can cause premature component failure and voids the Rice Lake Weighing Systems warranty. Animal Safety Animal safety is a very serious issue and must be observed when handling any type of animal.
See Figure 1-2 on page 5 Figure 1-1. Safety Decals Item Part No. Description 151908 Read Manual 151904 Caution, Low Clearance 151907 Warning, Do Not Leave Tray Down 151906 Warning, Do Not Open Table 1-1. Safety Decals 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
SOFTKEY4 10.Press any time prior to starting the next batch to 230 W. Coleman St • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA reprint the last ticket. TEL: 715-234-9171 • FAX: 715-234-6967 Refer to Operator’s Manual (PN 159192) for detailed instructions www.ricelake.com •...
The weighcenter houses the 920i indicator and ticket printer. Figure 1-4 shows the layout of the control box. Figure 1-5 on page 7 shows a close-up of the 920i indicator. The control box is powered by a deep cycle battery located in the battery box mounted to the scale frame.
Front Panel The keys, annunciators and knobs of the 920i Weighcenter front panel are described in the following sections. Figure 1-5. 920i Indicator Front Panel 1.5.1 Keypad Functions Item Key/Display Description Directional Arrows Moves the curser to needed area and updates values...
The Setup softkey is password protected and displays the current pitch and roll angles. It also allows input of the Setup Softkeys Set 1 and 2. See Table 1-6 on page 9. Table 1-5. Softkey Descriptions Figure 1-7. 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
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YES and NO softkeys. If OFF, batch totals will not be stored. Allows selection of a USB device, download of database files and adjusting the screen contrast. See the 920i USB manual (PN 67887) for further information. Change Allows the input of password protection. Default is none.
Indicator Settings 1.6.1 Date and Time The 920i has a built-in time and date clock that automatically adjusts for leap years. The real time clock will run even if power is removed from the indicator. There is a battery inside the indicator that will keep the clock running continuously while there is no power to the indicator.
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Silicone Silicone Detail Conduit Clamp 9/32Ø Figure 1-9. Weighcenter Mounting Battery Box Connections 1. Connect the scale cable and secure with a cable tie. 2. Connect the power wires as shown in Figure 1-10. 3. Replace the battery cover. Introduction 11...
Operation The following sections describe the basic operation of the 920i Weighcenter. 2.1 Weighing Multiple Animals 1. Press the power switch to turn on the indicator. 2. Insert a ticket into the printer. 3. Press on printer to secure the paper.
2.1.4 Shrink Shrink % SOFTKEY2 Press at any time to change the shrink percentage (0.0-99.99 percent) to be subtracted from the total gross weight. This is saved through power cycles. The default is 0.0 percent. 2.2 Weighing a Single Animal Weigh Animals SOFTKEY1...
Table 3-4. Serial Port (PN 129998) for Mobile Scale with Inclinometer Port Type Description Setup Not Used 9600,8,N,2 Flash Drive/Keyboard TM295 ticket printer 9600,8,N,2 Not Used 9600,8,N,2 Table 3-5. Serial Port (PN 132302) for Static Scale without Inclinometer 16 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
3.4 USB Flash Drive 3.4.1 Loading Configuration Files and Databases Certain files may take extended periods of time to load directly from a PC to the 920i. A flash drive is recommended for fast loading times. It is also recommended to create a folder matching each 920i’s unit ID number, if using multiple 920i units.
.db file extension when saving database files. 1. Using a PC, copy the desired database file to the flash drive. 2. Insert the USB flash drive into the 920i Weighcenter’s Type-A USB connector. 3. Press the softkey.
920i saves a database, it will use the alias name and a .db file extension. 1. Insert the flash drive into the 920i Weighcenter’s Type-A USB port. 2. With the indicator in weigh mode, press the softkey. If the USB softkey is not displayed, see the 920i Operation Manual (PN 67887).
Figure 4-1. WZERO Calibration Display submenu (under the menu, see Figure 4-1) is used to calibrate CALIBR SCALES the 920i Weighcenter. The zero, span and linear calibration point displays provide a set of softkeys used specifically for calibration procedures. Submenu Softkeys Description +/–...
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10.Press Enter to save the zero calibration value and go to the next prompt ( WVAL 11.With displayed, press to show the stored calibration weight value. WVAL Down 12.Use the numeric keypad to enter the actual value of the calibration test weights. 13.Press to save the value and go to span calibration ( Enter...
Appendix 5.1 Repair Parts See Figure 5-2 for Mount and Wiring Assembly Parts Illustration 2 Plcs 2 Plcs 2 Plcs 2 Plcs 2 Plcs Figure 5-1. 920i Weighcenter Parts Illustration 22 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
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Gasket, Bezel/Front Plate 131447 Gasket, Indicator/Front 131455 Printer Shelf 131446 Mount, Shelf 131486 Front Plate, Weigh Center 131667 Switch Assy, Single Pole 131662 Indicator, 920i Plus, Universal 66502 Overlay, Membrane Switch 131456 Enclosure, Weighcenter Table 5-1. 920i Weighcenter Parts Appendix 23...
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See Figure 5-1 for Weighcenter Parts Illustration 4 Plcs 4 Plcs 4 Plcs Figure 5-2. Weighcenter Mounting and Wiring Assembly Parts Illustration 24 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
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Item No. Part No. Description 131532 Weighcenter Platform 131458 Anti-Vibration Mount 111843 Washer, Plain 5/16 Type A 15153 Washer, Lock 5/16 Regular 126993 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Grade 5 14635 Nut, Lock 1/4-20NC HEX 131671 Cable Assy, MAS Control 127259 Conn, MS Male, Complete Kit 127260 Conn, MS Female 131454...
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For Item #2 see Terminal Strip Connection Stackup below Enclosure has been removed for clarity. Terminal Strip Connection Stackup Figure 5-3. 920i Weighcenter Parts Illustration – Internal Components 26 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
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Power Supply, DC\DC +/- 6V 126870 Fuse, Blade 7.5A 32V ATO 167151 Cable, Inline Fuse Holder 68532 Card A/D Single Channel 164375 Display Board 109549 CPU Board, 920i Plus Table 5-4. 920i Weighcenter Parts List – Internal Components Appendix 27...
5.3 Maintenance Schedule Weekly Check all external cables and conduit for damage. Yearly Check indicator level switch. 5.3.1 Checking Level Switch During normal operation of the level sensing device, the operator will not see any messages from the system. The software has been designed so only errors will be reported to the operator.
5.4 Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause Action The indicator will not Blown in-line fuse. Replace the in-line fuse, Rice Lake power up. Weighing Systems part number 126870. The fuse holder is located near the battery of the indicator. Voltage is less than Repair faulty electrical system.
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Symptom Probable Cause Action The printer will not Is the release light on The Rice Lake Weighing Systems unit function and/or will not the printer flashing? requires at least 11 volts to operate print anything. This could indicate a properly.
27-key membrane panel, tactile feel, PS/2 port for external keyboard connection Operating Temperature Legal: 14°F to 104°F (-10°C to +40˚C) Industrial: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to +50˚C) Warranty Two-year limited warranty 01-088 920i Indicator Only 32 920i Weighcenter Operation Manual...
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Specifications subject to change without notice. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company. 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA U.S. 800-472-6703 • Canada/Mexico 800-321-6703 • International 715-234-9171 • Europe +31 (0)26 472 1319 www.ricelake.com www.ricelake.mx www.ricelake.eu www.ricelake.co.in...
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