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- Page 1 MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Technical Manual PN 152161 Rev F June 24, 2021...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Filter ................... . . 23 Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems. - Page 4 9.0 Specifications ............... . . 39 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost.
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Page 5: Introduction
The MSI-3460 is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of all regulatory agencies. RF remote control and remote display options are available to further enhance the safety and usability of the MSI-3460. Manuals and additional resources are available from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at www.ricelake.com Warranty information can be found on the website at www.ricelake.com/warranties... -
Page 6: Safety
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 7: Msi-3460 Front Panel
Indicates weight display is in pounds ----- 5-Digit 1.5''/3.8 mm high brightness LED weight display ----- Light sensor for auto brightness control ----- Calibration button under wire seal-able calibration port Table 1-2. Annunciator Descriptions © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 8: Operation
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Operation The following sections describe the basic operation of the MSI-3460. If a function key does not work as expected, it is probably not set up to support the key. Note For example, if the Function Key is set for TOTAL, the TOTAL mode must also be set up in the Setup Menu. Power To turn on the power, press . -
Page 9: Tare
Example: Taring a 100 lb container on a 1000 lb scale, the scale will overload at a net weight of 900 lb (1000-100) plus any additional allowed overload (usually 4% or 9d). 2.3.2 Clear Tare To clear a saved tare value, press . The GROSS weight displays. TARE © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 10: Installation
Use the appropriate interface hardware for the capacity and design of the scale. • Rice Lake Weighing Systems can supply the MSI-3460 with oversize lifting eyes or shackle interfaces if the interface hardware does not fit properly. -
Page 11: Battery Pack
Store the batteries between -4–122°F (-20–50°C) to obtain maximum service life. Stored batteries should be Note recharged every three months. Battery is fully charged when status indicator on the charger is flashing. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 12: Battery Charger
2. Plug the battery charger into an AC power receptacle. The input voltage is universal from 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz. If the power input plug doesn’t match, contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems for information on international plugs. 3. Slide the battery charger connector plate over the top of the battery until the battery terminals mate with the charger connectors, as viewed through the two observation holes. -
Page 13: Setup
Function not available or non-functional in OIML R76 & 1Unit modes (Section 4.9 on page Battery Life – Sets the options for standard or extended battery life (Section 4.10 on page Table 4-1. Setup Menu Parameters © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 14: Set Function Key
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Set Function Key The MSI-3460 has one user definable key on the front panel that can be programmed to one of several functions. USER To set the function key use the following steps: 1. Press simultaneously. displays. ... -
Page 15: Total
Unit switching is not available on OIML certified Legal for Trade scales. Note 4.2.7 Print If the print option is installed, this menu choice will appear. See Section 6.1 on page 24 for print setup information. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 16: Auto- Off
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Auto- Off The Auto-Off feature prolongs the battery life by automatically powering off the unit if no buttons are pressed and there is no change in the load exceeding 10 d for the time period, in minutes, set by the user. When a button is pressed or the detected load is in motion exceeding 10 d, the time limit is reset. -
Page 17: Display Brightness
Measurement Systems International POINTS MOTION Figure 4-1. Setpoint LEDs The MSI-3460 has an audible output option that is triggered by Setpoint 1. Contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems for other setpoint output options. Setpoint Description Setpoint Mode Setpoint is not activated ... -
Page 18: Total Mode
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 To set the setpoint: 1. Press simultaneously. displays. POWER USER 2. Press to scroll to the desired setpoint ( USER 3. Press . The current setpoint mode is displayed. TARE 4. Press to scroll to the setpoint mode desired. USER 5. -
Page 19: Filter Setup
. The currently saved total mode displays. TARE 4. Press to scroll through the choices. USER 5. With choice displayed, press to select. displays. TARE 6. Press to save and exit to Weigh mode. ZERO © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 20: Unit
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Unit 1. Press simultaneously. displays. USER POWER 2. Press to scroll to . USER 3. Press displays with lb or kg the display area. TARE 4. Press to toggle between lb and kg. USER 5. With the desired choice displayed, press to select. -
Page 21: Calibration
When adequate test weights are not available, the unit can be calibrated using a calculated Constant Calibration (C-Cal). To use, a previously generated C-Cal number must be known. Rice Lake Weighing Systems supplies replacement load cells with the C-Cal value stamped on the serial number label. -
Page 22: Standard Calibration
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Standard Calibration Use the following steps to calibrate the MSI-3460 using the standard calibration procedure. 1. Place the MSI-3460 into calibration mode (Section 5.1 on page 17). 2. Press . displays. Ensure there is no load on the scale. TARE 3. -
Page 23: Initial Calibration
USER 14. When the desired value displays, press . displays, follow the standard calibration procedure in TARE Section 5.2 on page 18 (starting with Step 2) to complete calibration. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 24: Guidelines For Capacity And Resolution
• Increase the d (reduce resolution) • Increase the stable window The MSI-3460 defaults to ±1d as a stable window. It can be changed at Rice Lake Weighing Systems to a higher value Note if desired. Often ±3d is selected for bridge cranes as these tend to have a lot of bounce to them. This will carry an accuracy penalty, adding ±3 d to the total accuracy of the scale, if the zero or tare operation happens to capture the... -
Page 25: Standard Menu
Another use of the 1Unit standard is to allow the scale to be calibrated in units other than lb or kg, since conversions are eliminated; Contact Rice Lake for more information on the standards settings Table 5-1. Standard Menu Selections Use the following steps to set up standard settings. -
Page 26: Auto Zero Maintenance (Azm)
AZM capture window. The AZM capture window (usually 1 d) and capture time (usually 8 seconds) can be adjusted by Rice Lake Weighing Systems to meet custom requirements. The settings of AZM are dictated in Legal for Trade standards and cannot be adjusted. -
Page 27: Filter
6. Press to scroll to desired setting. USER 7. When desired value is displayed, press . displays. TARE 8. Press twice to save settings. displays briefly and exits setup. ZERO © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 28: Communications
Note applications. It may be used for setup and calibration using a computer and the ScaleCore Connect software available on the Rice Lake website. RF Options The 802.15.4 transceiver is used to communicate between the MSI-3460 and a MSI-8000 RF or MSI-8004HD Remote Display. -
Page 29: Control Modes
The MSI-3460 will continuously output the data at a rate specified in the rate parameter (up to 65,535 seconds); Setting the interval to 0 will set an interval as fast as the system can go Printing is disabled. Power consumption is lower with the print off Table 6-4. Control Modes © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 30: Printer Output Setup
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 6.1.3 Printer Output Setup Use the following steps to set up the printer output. 1. Press at the same time. is displayed. TARE USER 2. Press . is displayed. TARE 3. Press . The current setting flashes. TARE 4. -
Page 31: Rf Network Setup
. The current ID flashes. If SCID is correct, continue to Step 9 on page TARE 8. Enter the ID using to scroll through numbers and to set number. USER TARE © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 32: Hold Feature
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 9. When ID is set, press again. displays. TARE 10. Press . The current channel flashes. If the channel number is correct continue to Step TARE 11. Enter the channel using to scroll through numbers and to set number. -
Page 33: Radio Compliance
All radio options meet FCC and international radio compliance per the certification information listed in this section. These modules may have additional international certifications that are not listed in this section. Please contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems if you require operation in a jurisdiction that is not listed. 6.3.1 802.15.4 (XBee 3 and XBee 3-PRO) -
Page 34: Bluetooth
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 6.3.4 Bluetooth FCC Statement Contains FCC ID: T9J-R41-1 International Certifications Canada: Radio Certificate Number: IC 6514A-RN411 Europe: This product is compliant with the following standards and/or other normative documents: • EN 300 328-1 • EN 300 328-2 2.4GHz 6.3.5 FHSS (Frequency Hopper Spread Spectrum) FCC Statement... -
Page 35: Optional Rugged Remote
Remote is a transmit only device that can be used to perform basic scale functions. The range may vary up to 100' or more depending on room conditions and line of sight. The RF modem in the MSI-3460 must be configured to accept communication from the Rugged Remote, contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems for pairing requirements. -
Page 36: Power
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 7.1.1 Power The Rugged Remote can be enabled to turn on and off the ScaleCore device it is paired remotely. The hold function must be enabled in the MSI-3460 (Section 6.2.2 on page 28). The Hold feature causes the device's modem to stay on and continuously draw from the battery, even when the Note device is turned off, resulting in decreased battery life. -
Page 37: Maintenance
Weight thresholds not reached Weight thresholds must exceed 1% of capacity for autototal to work; Then it must drop below 0.5% of capacity for additional weighments to register Table 8-1. Troubleshooting © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 38: Service Counters
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Service Counters Only a Rice Lake Weighing Systems factory representative can reset the service counters, as these are an WARNING important safety warning feature. A thorough load train inspection is necessary to ensure product safety. Service Counters are important safety warning features and can only be reset at the factory by certified Rice Lake personnel. -
Page 39: Software Update
3. Open the terminal program. Figure 8-2. Serial Port Setup 4. Configure to the following: • Baud Rate: 38400 • Data Bits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop Bits: 1 • Flow Control: XON/XOFF © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... - Page 40 MSI-3460 Challenger 3 5. Type: {00FF09=0199}, then press . This command accesses the boot-loader program within the ScaleCore. Enter displays on the MSI-3460 and the ScaleCore Boot Loader menu appears on the terminal screen. ScaleCore Boot Loader Menu MSI-3460 Display Figure 8-3.
- Page 41 Maintenance 8. Verify the Application Code Version, type q to query app code info. • App Code Version: 03b03 Contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems for the current version. Note Figure 8-6. Query App Code Info 9. Type g to execute the application code, the MSI-3460 display will return to normal Weigh mode.
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Page 42: Msi-3460 Challenger 3 Dimensions
MSI-3460 Challenger 3 MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Dimensions Figure 8-8. MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Dimensions Figure 15,000 lb (7,000 kg) unit comes standard with 12 ton top shackle. Note Approximate Capacity Resolution Shipping Weight 250 lb 0.1 lb 11.94'' 2.0'' 2.45'' 1.63'' 1.14'' 1.16'' 22 lb... -
Page 43: Specifications
Industrial: -10°F to 104°F (-40°C to 40°C) Auto-Off Mode Select for 15, 30, 45, 60 minutes or Off Auto Sleep Mode Power down during non-use and power up with weight change or any key © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... - Page 44 MSI-3460 Challenger 3 www.RiceLake.com Visit our website...
- Page 46 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...