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FlexWeigh System 101
Basic Filler
Version 1.02
Operation Manual
®
June 10, 2020
PN 120491 Rev C

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  • Page 1 FlexWeigh System 101 Basic Filler Version 1.02 Operation Manual ® June 10, 2020 PN 120491 Rev C...
  • Page 2 All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7.0 Compliance ................28 Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
  • Page 4 FlexWeigh System 101 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars www.RiceLake.com Visit our website...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals.
  • Page 6: Standard Features

    The iRite program and source code that make up the 920i FlexWeigh 101 Basic Filler are property of the Note manufacturer. Modifications to this program and equipment must be performed by Rice Lake Weighing Systems. For more information on the iRite compiler utility program, refer to the 920i Installation and Operation Manual (PN 67887) and is included with this product.
  • Page 7: Key Functions

    Introduction Key Functions The functions of the front panel keys for the FlexWeigh System 101 are listed in Table 1-1. The highlighted switches are only available with PN 199060 Figure 1-1. FlexWeigh System 101 Function E-Stop Stops the filling process and removes power from the relays; It also puts the process into a paused state...
  • Page 8: Operation Menu Softkeys

    FlexWeigh System 101 Operation Menu Softkeys Operation menu softkeys are defined to provide flexibility of operator functions for specific applications. Softkey assignments are listed on the tabs shown at the bottom of the LCD display and softkey functions are activated by pressing the arrow keys...
  • Page 9: Installation

    Cable Connections The FlexWeigh System 101 provides eleven cord grips for cabling into the indicator. The parts kit includes cord grip plugs to prevent moisture from entering the enclosure. Install these plugs into all cord grips that will not be used in your application.
  • Page 10 FlexWeigh System 101 Figure 2-2. Block Wiring Diagram with Additional Controls Circuit breaker = 4 A. Note All wires are 18 AWG unless otherwise specified. CPU Board Inside Enclosure Wires to Relay Board Wires To CPU Board J4-1 J4-3 J4-5...
  • Page 11: Cable Grounding

    Cables routed through the cord grips should be grounded against the indicator enclosure. Follow cable grounding instructions in the 920i Installation and Operation Manual (PN 67887) which is also included with this product. Parts Kit Contents Table 2-1 lists the parts kit contents for the FlexWeigh System 101. Part No. Description Qty.
  • Page 12: Option Cards

    FlexWeigh System 101 Option Cards Table 2-2 list the available option card that are used in the FlexWeigh System 101. The single channel A/D card can be installed in slot 1 and the 24 channel I/O card in slot 2. Slot...
  • Page 13: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Setup Menu This section describes the various setup parameters for the FlexWeigh System 101. Entering the Setup Menu The front panel E-stop button must be in the stopped position (pushed in) to enable the following keypad entries. Note 1.
  • Page 14: Setting The System Time And Date

    FlexWeigh System 101 Setting the System Time and Date Use the following steps to set up the system time and date. 1. From the Main Setup Menu Screen, press the Time/Date softkey. 04/27/2011 02:15PM SCALE #1 Gross 136.8 SCALE #1 SETUP MENU Program: Express 101 (V 1.00)
  • Page 15: Modifying The Setup Password

    5. Re-enter the password and press the Enter key again. The system performs one of the following actions. • If the passwords match, the system displays Password Changed • If the passwords do not match, the system displays Passwords Did Not Match and exits the operation. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 16: Enabling/Disabling Additional Data Fields

    FlexWeigh System 101 Enabling/Disabling Additional Data Fields Use the following steps to enable or disable additional data fields. 1. From the Main Setup Menu Screen, press the Setup Password softkey (Figure 3-2 on page A setup password is not required if it has never been set or if you are already in Setup mode.
  • Page 17: Modifying The Auto Tare

    Delay After Discharge (sec): => .30 Home Cancel Figure 3-11. Enter Time 3. Enter in the time in seconds to delay after completion of a discharge before a new start input will be allowed. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 18: Test Digital I/O

    FlexWeigh System 101 Test Digital I/O Press the Test Digital I/O softkey to test the Zero Tolerance, Fill Complete, Slow Fill and Fast Fill relay outputs. 04/27/2011 02:15PM SCALE #1 Gross 136.8 SCALE #1 SETUP MENU Program: Express 101 (V 1.00)
  • Page 19: Operation

    Entering Presets Softkey Menu The FlexWeigh System 101 has the capability to allow the operator to modify the presets/weights. See the following procedure: The front panel E-stop button must be in the stopped position (pushed in) to enable the following keypad entries.
  • Page 20 FlexWeigh System 101 Target Weight This is the desired weight value for a final fill weight. The existing number needs to first be cleared by using the Clear key. 1. Enter the target weight using the arrow keys and the numeric keypad.
  • Page 21 This is the weight under which the system considers the scale to be empty. The scale weight must be within the gross weight value before the FlexWeigh System 101 will start a batch. 1. Enter the preact weight using the arrow keys and the numeric keypad.
  • Page 22: Entering Totals Softkey Menu

    FlexWeigh System 101 Entering Totals Softkey Menu The front panel E-stop button must be in the stopped position (pushed in) to enable the following keypad entries. Note 1. Press the Totals softkey. 10:29AM 04/27/2011 SCALE #1 SCALE Gross Target Dribble...
  • Page 23 3468 Lb Figure 4-10. Clear Total Screen 3. Press the Yes softkey to clear the total and sub-total of the batch. • Press the No softkey to exit out of the screen © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 24: Filling A Container

    FlexWeigh System 101 Filling a Container Use the following steps to fill a container on the scale. 1. Place a container on the scale. 2. Press the Start button on the unit. The system verifies if: • Gross weight is within the zero tolerance •...
  • Page 25: Audit Trail Print

    Operation Audit Trail Print Record keeping is an important part of any system. The FlexWeigh System 101 has the ability to be connected to a printer for retaining detailed records on batches, cycle runs, cycle paused, etc. The preferred printer to integrate with the FlexWeigh System 101 is the TMU-220 Tape Printer but will easily integrate with any strip printer.
  • Page 26: Appendix

    Appendix The section provides additional information for the FlexWeigh System 101. Options Several options are available with the FlexWeigh System 101. Those options that are available include: • Auto-Mode Front Panel Controls • Manual-Mode Front Panel Controls • Optional Front Panel Pilot Lights...
  • Page 27: Product Dimensions

    Appendix Product Dimensions 14.33 11.00 19.63 18.83 18.24 14.22 6.69 14.00 Figure 5-1. FlexWeigh System 101 Basic Filler Enclosure Dimensions © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    FlexWeigh System 101 Replacement Parts 29 27 See Detail A 13 26 50 99 68 19 20 39 40 Detail A Figure 5-2. Replacement Parts Illustration www.RiceLake.com Visit our website...
  • Page 29 Nut, Breather Vent 109549 920i CPU Board Assembly – 54215 Fuse Between Din Rail/Relay Rack 15650 Cable Tie Mount 3/4 in – 117901 Foam, Mixture High Density Table 5-1. Replacement Parts List © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 30 FlexWeigh System 101 Inside Enclosure Detail A Detail B Figure 5-3. Interior Wiring Parts Illustration Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 15433 Wire, 18 AWG, Red Stranded, 4'' 15432 Wire, 18 AWG, Brown Stranded, 2.5'' 15435 Wire, 18 AWG, Blue Stranded, .33''...
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    In accepting this warranty, the buyer waives any and all other claims to warranty. Should the seller be other than Rice Lake Weighing Systems, the buyer agrees to look only to the seller for warranty claims.
  • Page 32: Compliance

    FlexWeigh System 101 Compliance DECLARATIONOF CONFORMITY 820i and 920i series 2014/30/EU EMC EN 61326-1:2013, EN 55011:2009+A1:2010, EN 61000-6-1:1995, EN 61000-6-2:2007 2014/35/EU LVD IEC 60950-1 ed.2 2011/65/EU RoHS EN 50581:2012 __________________________ _ ___ ________ __________________________ May 3, 2019 __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ www.RiceLake.com...
  • Page 34 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...

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