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This manual will guide you through the installation, and operation of your scale. Please read it thoroughly before attempting to operate this scale and keep it available for future reference. This manual is for the following Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scales: WPB-12, WPB-30, and WPB-65...
Electrical Power The Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale has been designed to operate from 120V AC 50/60Hz with a US plug. The socket-outlet supplying power to the scale should be near the scale and should be easily accessible.
INSTALLATION Unpacking Before beginning the installation of your Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale, make certain the scale has been received in good condition. Carefully remove the scale from the shipping carton and inspect it for any evidence of damage (such as exterior dents or scratches) that may have taken place during shipment.
2. Locate and remove the four (4) screws securing the cover to the scale. 3. Remove the power cord from the opening and route it out the side of the scale, placing it in the notch of the opening. 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
7. The scale is now ready for operation. Battery The Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale uses a 6V DC, 5 AH maintenance- free lead-acid battery, and can operate for up to 20 hours of continuous use with a fully charged battery.
This LED is turned on to indicate that the displayed weight is in the second (heavier) weight range of the scale with standard precision graduations. This LED is turned on to indicate the scale is being powered by AC power and not the rechargeable battery. 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
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This LED is turned on to signal that the weight is within the acceptable target limits (between the Lower and the Upper Limit settings). This LED is turned on to signal that the weight is less than the Lower Limit setting. 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
IMPORTANT! Calibrating the scale requires certified test weights, breaking the calibration seal, and changing the setting of the calibration dip switch. To maintain the high degree of accuracy, only a qualified technician should calibrate the scale. 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
Repeating this operation will change the weighing units to pounds and ounces (lb. oz LED will turn on). Performing the operation again will return the weighing units to kilograms (kg LED will turn on). 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
CHECK WEIGHING The Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale has a Check Weighing feature that allows you to set target weights to ensure that the items being weighed are within a specific acceptable weight range. Check Weighing must be enabled before you can set the upper and lower limits, and various other functions.
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(LiM-BZ). Allowable settings for check weighing stable weight requirement are: Check Weighing requires stable weight. st (LiM-St) st (LiM-US) Check Weighing does not require stable weight. 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
(LiM-in) was selected, the Ok LED will turn on, and the scale will beep (until the weight is removed), to signal that the weight is within the acceptable limits (greater than the lower limit setting and less than the upper limit setting). 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
Allowable settings for the automatic power off are: 0 = no power off 10 = 10 min. power off 20 = 20 min. power off 30 = 30 min. power off 60 = 60 min. power off 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
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2. Otherwise, press the key to toggle the selection, and press the key to save all the settings and return to the weight display. Allowable settings for saving configuration settings are (NO) or (Yes). 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
SCALE CALIBRATION Your Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale was calibrated at the factory and should not require adjustment. If the scale should need re-calibration, the following describes the calibration procedure. To maintain the high degree of accuracy of the scale, a qualified technician should perform this function.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE The Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale has been designed to provide you with years of trouble-free operation. However, should you experience a problem, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below before you call for service. The following describes several types of problems along with suggested solutions.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE The heart of the Model WPB Series Waterproof General Bench Scale is a precision load cell located in the center of the scale base. It will provide accurate operation indefinitely if protected against the overload of scale capacity, dropping items on the scale, or other extreme shocks.
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(2) years from date of shipment. Detecto shall be the sole judge of what constitutes a defect.
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This warranty sets forth the extent of our liability for breach of any warranty or deficiency in connection with the sale or use of the product. Detecto will not be liable for consequential damages of any nature, including but not limited to, loss of profit, delays or expenses, whether based on tort or contract.
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Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co. 102 E. Daugherty, Webb City, MO 64870 USA Ph: 417-673-4631 or 1-800-641-2008 Fax: 417-673-2153 Technical Support: 1-866-254-8261 E-mail: tech@cardet.com 8525-0380-0M Rev B 10/20 8525-0380-0M Rev B WPB Series Owner’s Manual...
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