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Operator Manual Rev 1.10 1. Introduction The agWEIGHr range of instrumentation is optimised for stock handling operations using the latest Sigma-Delta A/D technology to ensure fast and accurate weight readings. 1.1. Approvals • C-tick approved and CE approved. Page 4...
Operator Manual 1.00 1.2. Features Auto Ranging The superior weighing performance of this technology allows the scale to auto range to automatically facilitate fine precision weighing of small items. For example on a set of 2 tonne weigh beams designed to take 300% overload it is possible to weigh at a precision of 50g below 25kg.
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 2. Safety 2.1. Operating Environment • Operating Temperature: –10°C to 50°C • Humidity: <90% non-condensing • Operating Voltage: 12V (11-15V 2.2. Electrical Safety • For your protection all mains electrical hardware must be rated to the environmental conditions of use. •...
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 3.2. Operation Keys Description POWER: The <POWER> key is used to turn the instrument on and off. • ON: Press and hold the <POWER> key until the display starts up. • OFF: Press and hold the <POWER> key for three seconds.
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Operator Manual 1.00 Description ZERO: The <ZERO> key is used to perform a Zero adjustment on the scale display when an empty scale has drifted away from a true zero reading. • The Zero adjustment is stored when power is removed and is re-used when next powered up.
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Operator Manual Rev 1.10 Description WEIGH: The <WEIGH> key will trigger the acquisition of an animal weight using the liveweight alogorithm. In AUTO mode the first animal weight is automatically gathered so it is not necessary to press the WEIGH key unless you want to re- acquire a new weight for the animal.
Operator Manual 1.00 3.3. Annunciators Symbol Name Description Weight is within ¼ of a division of ZERO true zero. MOTION Weight is unstable. ZERO Animal is exiting the scale. BAND Displayed reading is held. Flashing HOLD indicates that the livestock weighing process is underway.
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 4. Instrument Operation 4.1. Static Weighing Ensure instrument is On and in Manual Mode Check that the Zero annunciator is lit and if not, press the <ZERO> key Place your item on the weigh platform. Displayed resolution is automatically scaled according to the load.
Operator Manual 1.00 4.2. Manual Animal Weighing Ensure instrument is On and in Manual Mode Check that the Zero annunciator is lit and if not, press the <ZERO> key Introduce the animal onto the scale Displayed resolution is automatically scaled according to the size of the animal.
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 4.3. Automatic Animal Weighing Ensure instrument is On and in Auto Mode Check that the Zero annunciator is lit and if not, press the <ZERO> key Introduce the animal onto the scale Displayed resolution is automatically scaled according to the •...
Operator Manual 1.00 4.4. Units Switching (lb/kg) Press the <UNITS> key to switch the display between kilograms and pounds. 4.5. Show Session Statistics Press <SESSION> key to display current session statistics Total weight processed in the current session log Average weight of animals in the current session log Number of animals in the current session log Page 15 AGWR-600-110...
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 4.6. Show Drafting Statistics Press <DRAFT> key to display current drafting statistics. Each band is identified by the annunciators at the bottom of the screen: HIGH Total weight of animals drafted into the highlighted band Average weight of animals in the band Number of animals in the band Page 16 AGWR-600-110...
Operator Manual 1.00 4.7. Starting a new Session 2 seconds Choose the type of operational data you want to gather in the session from the list of session profiles. Default profiles include: ▼▲ NONE: No operational data gathered DRAFT: Traditional 3 band drafting based on weight Page 17 AGWR-600-110...
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 4.8. Changing Draft Targets Press <DRAFT> for 2 seconds to enter menu 2 seconds Animals lighter than the Lo target are drafted into the Lo band. ◄► To change the value, move the flashing digit with keys.
Operator Manual 1.00 4.9. Configure Scale Press <DRAFT> for 2 seconds to enter menu and then press <DRAFT> again until SETUP is displayed 2 seconds Press <OK> to enter SETUP Select primary USE for the scale: large animal weighing. smaller animals and high throughput. general purpose weighing ▼▲...
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 4.10. Set Clock Calendar Press <DRAFT> for 2 seconds to enter menu and then press <DRAFT> again until CLOC is displayed 2 seconds Press <OK> to set CLOCK YEAR, MONTH, DAY, HOUR and MINUTE settings ▼◄►▲ keys to enter numbers Page 20 AGWR-600-110...
Remove all weight from scale and press OK Calibrate span point. Place known weight on scale and press OK ▼◄►▲ to enter weight and press OK (*) These extra settings are only enabled when using third party scales (OTHER) with the agWEIGHR instruments. Page 21 AGWR-600-110...
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 5. Error Messages 5.1. Weighing Errors Error Description Resolution (U - - - - -) The weight is below Check the condition of the minimum allowable load cell connections. weight reading. Check for damaged load cell. (O - - - - -) The weight is above the maximum...
5.2. Setup and Calibration Errors Error Description Resolution The load cell signal range (SPAN) Incorrect span weight (span) is too small for these (LO) entered (must be between settings. zero and full scale). Scale wiring incorrect. Wrong load cell capacity (too large).
Operator Manual Rev 1.10 5.3. Diagnostic Errors • Check: Service personnel can check this item on site. • Return for Service: The instrument must be returned to the manufacturer for factory service. Error Description Resolution (E0001) The power supply voltage is too Check supply low.
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