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Table scales
KERN FCD
Type TFCD-A
Version 1.0
2021-05
GB
KERN & Sohn GmbH
Ziegelei 1
72336 Balingen-Frommern
Germany
www.kern-sohn.com
+0049-[0]7433-9933-0
+0049-[0]7433-9933-149
info@kern-sohn.com
TFCD_A-BA-e-2110

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  • Page 1 KERN & Sohn GmbH www.kern-sohn.com Ziegelei 1 +0049-[0]7433-9933-0 72336 Balingen-Frommern +0049-[0]7433-9933-149 Germany info@kern-sohn.com User manual Table scales KERN FCD Type TFCD-A Version 1.0 2021-05 TFCD_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    KERN FCD Rev. 1.0 2021-05 User manual Table scales Contents Technical specification ..................4 Declaration of Conformity ................... 6 Device overview ....................7 Parts ......................7 Keyboard ..................... 8 3.2.1 Introducing the numerical value ............9 Display ......................9 Basic instructions (general information) ............10 Intended use ....................
  • Page 3 Setup menu ...................... 26 RS-232 interface ................... 27 10.1 Technical specification ................27 10.2 Printer mode / protocol templates (KERN YKB-01N) ......28 10.3 Printout protocol (continuous data transmission) ........28 Maintenance, service and disposal ............... 29 11.1 Cleaning ....................29 11.2...
  • Page 4: Technical Specification

    1 Technical specification KERN FCD 3K-3 FCD 6K-3 Product number / type TFCD 3K-3-A TFDE 6K-3-A Interval (d) Weighing range (Max) 3000 g 6000 g Reproducibility Linearity ±3 g ±4 g Minimum piece weight when counting the number of 0.05 g 0.1 g...
  • Page 5 KERN FCD 10K-3 FCD 30K-2 Product number / type TFCD 10K-3-A TFCD 30K-2-A Interval (d) 10 g Weighing range (Max) 15,000 g 30,000 g Reproducibility 10 g 10 g Linearity ±15 g ±30 g Minimum piece weight when counting the number of pieces 0.2 g...
  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    Dimensions: Declaration of Conformity The valid Declaration of Conformity EC/UE is available at: www.kern-sohn.com/ce TFCD_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 7: Device Overview

    3 Device overview 3.1 Parts Item Name Scale plate Display Keyboard RS-232 interface Battery charge indicator Leveler Leveling screw foot Power supply socket TFCD_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 8: Keyboard

    3.2 Keyboard Button Name Function in the operating Menu function mode  Displaying the  Weight data transfer via the PRINT configuration menu button interface (by pressing and holding the button)  Summing M Button  Displaying the “total” value ...
  • Page 9: Introducing The Numerical Value

    3.2.1 Introducing the numerical value Button Name Function Navigation button  Selection of the right-hand digit Navigation button  Increasing the digit value (0–9) Confirmation of the entered data Navigation button 3.3 Display Symbol Description Battery charging indicator Discharged battery Tolerance symbols for check weighing Stabilization indicator ZERO...
  • Page 10: Basic Instructions (General Information)

    The scale should always be operated in line with the provided guidelines. Other operation ranges / areas require a written consent of KERN. 4.3 Guarantee The warranty expires: •...
  • Page 11: Testing Equipment Supervision

    KERN (www.kern-sohn.com). The reference weights and scales can be calibrated fast and for a low cost in the KERN calibration laboratory (against the national reference) approved by DKD (Deutsche Kalibrierdienst).
  • Page 12: Unpacking, Positioning And Start-Up

    7 Unpacking, positioning and start-up 7.1 Installation place, operation place The scales are designed to ensure reliable weighing results in standard operating conditions. The choice of a correct scale location ensures its accurate and fast operation. This is why you should follow the following rules when selecting the installation place: •...
  • Page 13: Integration, Setting And Leveling

    Check if the scale voltage is set correctly. The scale can be connected to the mains only when the voltage specified on the scale (sticker) and the local voltage are identical. Always use the original power supply by KERN. Using any other products requires KERN consent. Important information: ...
  • Page 14: Rechargeable Battery Operation

    7.5 Rechargeable battery operation  The rechargeable battery and the charger are compatible. PLEASE NOTE! Always use the power supply delivered with the scale.  Do not use the scale when charging.  Always replace the battery with the one of the same type or of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 15: Battery Charging

    Before you connect or disconnect any extra devices (printer, computer) to/from the data interface, the scale should always be disconnected from the mains. Use solely accessories and peripherals supplied by KERN with the scale, being perfectly compatible with it. 7.7 First start To get accurate weighing results using electronic scales, ensure the scales achieves the appropriate operating temperature (see “Heating time”, chapter 1).
  • Page 16: Adjustment

    [d] of the scale, though preferably it should be a bit higher. For information concerning reference weights, see online at: http://www.kern-sohn.com • Ensure stable environmental conditions. The heating time is required for the stabilization (see chapter 1).
  • Page 17: Operation

    8 Operation 8.1 Switching on/off Switching on:  Press the ON/OFF button. Once the displays is lit, the scale autotest will be carried out. Wait until the weight is displayed, the scale is ready for use. Switching off:  Press the ON/OFF button, the display will go off. 8.2 Zeroing Zeroing corrects the effect of small pollutants on the scale plate.
  • Page 18: Weighing With Tare

    8.4 Weighing with tare The empty weight of any container used for weighing can be tared, pressing the button which results in displaying the net weight of the weighed material during consecutive weighing processes.  Place the scale container on the scale plate. ...
  • Page 19: Weight Unit Switching

    8.5 Weight unit switching When you press UNIT in the weighing mode, you may switch between the indications and the enabled weight units or application units. Activating the switchable weight units:  Press UNIT and hold it for 3 s until < >...
  • Page 20: Percentage Weighing

    8.6 Percentage weighing Percentage weighing enables to display the percentage weight in reference to the reference weight.  Ensure the application unit [%] is enabled, see chapter 8.5.  Using the UNIT button, select the application unit [%]. < > will be displayed. ...
  • Page 21: Counting The Number Of Pieces

    8.7 Counting the number of pieces Before it is possible to count pieces using the scale, you should determine the average weight of an individual piece (unit weight), the so-called reference value. To do it, place the specific number of pieces which the counting the number of pieces will be carried out for.
  • Page 22: Test Weighing

    8.8 Test weighing The function is available starting from weight values above 20 d. Activating the test weighing mode:  In the weighing mode, press TARE, < > will be displayed.  Pressing TARE enables to switch between < > a < >.
  • Page 23 1. If the weighed portion is above the upper limit value, the sound is heard and the tolerance symbol OVER is displayed. 2. If the weighed portion is below the upper limit value, the sound is not heard and the tolerance symbol UNDER is displayed.
  • Page 24: Check Counting

    8.8.2 Check counting The <Test counting> application enables to determine the upper and lower limit value and, consequently, to ensure that the target number of pieces belongs to the range between the determined tolerance limits. When the target value is achieved, the sound is heard and an optical signal is visible (tolerance symbols Setting conditions of sending and limits: ...
  • Page 25: Summing

    8.9 Summing The function enables to add individual weighing values to the total memory by pressing the button. The function is available starting from weight values above 20 d. Summing the weighed material:  Whenever required, place an empty container on the scale and tare it. ...
  • Page 26: Setup Menu

    9 Setup menu The setup menu enables to adapt the scale settings / scale behavior to your requirements (e.g. ambient conditions, special weighing processes). Menu navigation:  In the weighing mode, press and hold the PRINT Displaying the menu for 3 s. ...
  • Page 27: Rs-232 Interface

    • Connect the scale with the printer interface using the appropriate cable. Trouble-free operation is ensured only when the appropriate interface cable by KERN is used. • Communication parameters (e.g. transmission speed) of the scale and the printer must be compliant.
  • Page 28: Printer Mode / Protocol Templates (Kern Ykb-01N)

    10.2 Printer mode / protocol templates (KERN YKB-01N) Weighing: + 1.0745 kg + 0.8735 kg Counting the number of + 200PC pieces Percentage weighing + 100.00% Summing No possibility to connect with the printer 10.3 Printout protocol (continuous data transmission) Byte <20>...
  • Page 29: Maintenance, Service And Disposal

    Remove any scattered weighed material immediately. 11.2 Maintenance and service  The device can be operated and maintained solely by the technicians trained and authorized by KERN.  Disconnect from the mains before opening. 11.3 Disposal The packaging and the device should be disposed in accordance with the national or regional law in the location where the device is operated.
  • Page 30: Help For Any Minor Failures

    13 Help for any minor failures If there are any program execution problems, the scale should be switched off and disconnected from the mains for a while. Next, the weighing process should be started anew. Problem Possible cause • The scale is not on. The weight indicator is not lit.

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