KERN EFC 30K-3 User Manual

KERN EFC 30K-3 User Manual

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Platform scales
KERN EFC
TEFC-A type
Version 1.0
2021-06
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
TEFC_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 Platform scales KERN EFC TEFC-A type Version 1.0 2021-06 TEFC_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    KERN EFC Ver. 1.0 2021-06 User manual Platform scales Contents Technical specification .................... 4 Declaration of Conformity ..................8 Device overview ...................... 9 Parts ......................... 9 Keyboard ......................10 3.2.1 Introducing the numerical value ............... 11 Symbol ......................11 Basic instructions (general information) ..............12 Intended use ....................
  • Page 3 Animal weighing ..................... 29 Setup menu ......................30 RS-232 interface ....................32 10.1 Technical specification ................32 10.2 Protocol template (KERN YKB-01N) ............32 10.3 Printout protocol (continuous data transmission) ........32 Maintenance, service and disposal ..............33 11.1 Cleaning ...................... 33 11.2...
  • Page 4: Technical Specification

    1 Technical specification KERN EFC 30K-3 EFC 30K-3L Product number / type TEFC 30K-3-A TEFC 30K-3L-A Interval (d) 0.002 kg 0.002 kg Weighing range (Max) 30 kg 30 kg Reproducibility 0.005 kg/0.01 kg 0.005 kg/0.01 kg Linearity ±0.004 kg (2 d) ±0.004 kg (2 d)
  • Page 5 KERN EFC 60K-3 EFC 60K-3L Product number / type TEFC 60K-3-A TEFC 60K-3L-A Interval (d) 0.005 kg 0.005 kg Weighing range (Max) 60 kg 60 kg Reproducibility 0.001 kg/0.002 kg 0.001 kg/0.002 kg Linearity ±0.01 kg (2 d) ±0.01 kg (2 d)
  • Page 6 KERN EFC 100K-3 EFC 100K-3L EFC 300K-2 Product number / type TEFC 100K-3-A TEFC 100K-3L-A TEFC 300K-2-A Interval (d) 0.01 kg 0.01 kg 0.02 kg Weighing range (Max) 150 kg 150 kg 300 kg Reproducibility 0.002 kg/0.005 kg 0.002 kg/0.005 kg 0.05 kg/0.1 kg...
  • Page 7 Dimensions: Models EFC 30K-3, EFC 60K-3: Models EFC 30K-3L, EFC 60K-3L, EFC 100K-3: Models EFC 100K-3L, EFC 300K-2: TEFC_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 8: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity The valid Declaration of Conformity EC/UE is available at: www.kern-sohn.com/ce TEFC_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 9: Device Overview

    3 Device overview 3.1 Parts Item Name Display housing Display Keyboard Support Scale plate Leveling screw foot RS-232 interface Connection cable port Guide rail Limiter Power supply socket TEFC_A-BA-e-2110...
  • Page 10: Keyboard

    3.2 Keyboard Button Name Function in the operating Menu function mode  Weight data transfer via the interface  PRINT Activating the animal button weighing mode (by press- ing and holding the but- ton)  Activating test weighing  Setting the indication con- TOL but- ditions and limit values for test weighing (by pressing...
  • Page 11: Introducing The Numerical Value

    3.2.1 Introducing the numerical value Button Name Function  Selection of the right-hand digit Navigation button  Increasing the digit value (0–9) Navigation button Confirmation of the entered data Navigation button 3.3 Symbol The red LED above or beside the symbols will be lit once the following conditions are met: Symbol Description...
  • Page 12: Basic Instructions (General Information)

    The scale should always be operated in line with the provided guidelines. Other opera- tion ranges / areas require a written consent of KERN. 4.3 Guarantee The warranty expires: •...
  • Page 13: 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 refer- ence) approved by DKD (Deutsche Kalibrierdienst).
  • Page 14: 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 15: Installation, Setting And Leveling

    7.3 Installation, setting and leveling  Whenever required, remove the transport protection.  Install the support and display as shown in the figure. The connection cable led through the support Do not crush or damage the cable. The holder fixed with three bolts Bolt for display fixing Knob for display positioning Connection cable connected to the terminal...
  • Page 16: Pin Use For The Connection Cable

     Level the scale using the leveling feet. The air bubble in the leveler must be pre- sent in the marked area.  Check leveling at regular intervals. 7.4 Pin use for the connection cable Pin 1 + signal Pin 2 - signal Pin 3 Screen...
  • Page 17: Power Supply

    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 prod- ucts requires KERN consent. Important information: ...
  • Page 18: 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 per- fectly compatible with it.
  • Page 19 The adjustment weight precision must correspond to the interval [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 20: 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 21: 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 22: Counting The Number Of Pieces

    8.6 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 23: Test Weighing

    8.7 Test weighing The function is available starting from weight values above 20 d. Activating the test weighing mode:  In the weighing mode, press TOL, < > will be displayed.  Pressing TOL enables to switch between < > and < >.
  • Page 24 Setting conditions of sending and limits: 1. In the weighing mode, press and hold the TOL, < > will be displayed. 2. Using the TARE button, select the required signaling condition. You can choose: If the weighed portion is in the present limit range, a sound is heard and a LED at the [ ] is green.
  • Page 25 Tolerance check start:  Ensure the test weighing mode is active. To do it, press TOL several times until < > is displayed.  Place the weighed material (< 20 d) and, based on the tolerance symbols / audible signal, check if the weighed material belongs to the preset tolerance range. Weighed material below the preset tolerance Weighed material in the preset tolerance range Weighed material above the preset tolerance...
  • Page 26: Check Counting

    8.7.2 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 reached, the sound is heard and an optical signal is visible. Setting conditions of sending and limits: ...
  • Page 27 Tolerance check start:  Ensure the average weight of a single piece is determined (see chapter 8.6.  Place the weighed material (< 20 d) and, based on the tolerance symbols / audible signal, check if the weighed material belongs to the preset tolerance range. Weighed material below the preset tolerance Weighed material in the preset tolerance range Weighed material above the preset tolerance...
  • Page 28: Summing

    8.8 Summing The function enables to add individual weighing values to the total memory by press- ing 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 29: Animal Weighing

    8.9 Animal weighing The <Animal weighing> application enables to weigh restless loads or weigh in un- stable ambient conditions. The scale determines and displays one stable mean value based on several weighing values. Calling the animal weighing mode  In the weighing mode, press and hold the PRINT button for 2 s, the red LED at HOLD will be lit.
  • Page 30: Setup Menu

    9 Setup menu The setup menu enables to adapt the scale settings / scale behavior to your require- ments (e.g. ambient conditions, special weighing processes). Menu navigation:  In the weighing mode, press and hold the MODE for 3 Displaying the menu s, the first menu item <...
  • Page 31 SDBY SDBY Y Function enabled Auto Sleep The scale is switched to “Sleep” mode automatically function after 50 seconds of no operation or load change. The indication will disappear, solely the dot will be lit. Once the load is changed or the scale is operated, the scale is switched on again automatically.
  • Page 32: Rs-232 Interface

    Pin 2 RXD Input Pin 3 TXD Output Pin 5 GND Signal ground Transmission The choice of 4800/9600 speed 10.2 Protocol template (KERN YKB-01N) + 15.000 kg 10.3 Printout protocol (continuous data transmission) Byte <20> <20> <CR> <LF> – <20>...
  • Page 33: 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 34: 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 •...

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