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Digital Platform Scale ™ Scalapro (Model: DP-6900) OPERATION MANUAL YAMATO SCALE CO., LTD. Carefully read this operation manual and the product warranty, and then properly use this product. Keep this manual for future reference. February 2016...
Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the digital platform scale, Scalapro™. You can use this instrument for a wide range of commercial activities, for example at factories and general stores as well as in the fishery, greengrocery, and agricultural industries.
1. Read these instructions before use 1-1. For safe and proper use Carefully read this “For safe and proper use” before use, and properly use the product. By following the instructions in this section, you can safely use the product, thus preventing harm to yourself and others and also preventing damage to property.
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Warning : To avoid injuries and physical damage (1) Do not use the instrument at an unstable place. When you place items on the weighing platform, ensure that the items would not collapse or fall down. (2) Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet after use (when the optional AC adaptor is used). (3) Do not place your finger(s) into a gap, a hole, or any other pinching points on the instrument.
1-2. Cautions and instructions on use • Causes of failure (1) Do not push the display panel or operation keys with your fingernail or a pointed object. (2) When you carry or move this instrument, be sure to hold the bottom of the instrument with both hands.
Please inspect the instrument at the start of the operation The execution of proper measurement is required in the Measurement Act. Ensure to inspect the instrument and conduct the weight check at the start of the operation. Storage and disposal ●...
1-4. Product package Main unit Accessories Option ● Operation manual (this manual), warranty card ● AC adaptor ● Size D battery x 4 (for the monitor) 1-5. Name of each part Display panel Indication unit Operation keys Pole Platform cover Pole bracket Spirit level (Bubble type spirit level)
1-6. To maintain the performance of the instrument ● When you wash the platform cover, use clean water and then carefully wipe off moisture with a clean dry cloth. If you use sea water, unclean water, or contaminated water, the instrument may break down. ●...
2. Preparations before use 2-1. Assembling the instrument (How to attach the pole) 1. Insert the pole into the pole bracket . 2. Align the hole for the screw with the hole on the pole , and insert and tighten the screw.
2-3. How to set the batteries Turn the knobs for locking the battery cover, located behind the indication unit. There are two knobs on the right and left. Pull the battery cover from the upper side toward you, which opens the battery cover. ...
2-5. Display panel and operation keys Display panel Battery sign Comes on when batteries are used Evaluation LED light STABLE sign Evaluation sign Zero sign GROSS sign NET sign Operation keys Power ON/OFF key Press this key to turn the power ON. To turn the power OFF, hold down this key until it does.
3. Basic operations 3-1. How to weigh an item [Example] Procedure for turning ON the power and weighing a 25 kg item: Operation Display Press All the indicators and the Evaluation LED light come on, and then the panel shows 0. Put the item on the instrument.
4. One-touch tare function 4-1. How to enable the one-touch tare function [Example] When you weigh a 15 kg item with a 2 kg container as the tare: Operation Display Put the container (tare) on the instrument. The display panel shows the weight of the container (2kg). When the STABLE sign comes on, press ...
5. User parameters 5-1. About user parameters The Scalapro ™ allows you to change the settings to best fit for your needs and applications. Change the settings as needed, referring to the upcoming user parameter table. 5-2. How to set a user parameter Operation Display Press...
Setting Description of options Number Item value (The underlined option is the factory setting.) Gravity compensation for the Parameter for instruments for other than transactions or region of use certifications Weighing speed Standard Speed-oriented * If you specify this option for an instrument for transactions or certifications, it becomes invalid (0: standard).
6. Checkweighing function 6-1. About the checkweighing function The checkweighing function is Yamato’s original feature that helps the users carry out quicker and more accurate weight measurement. ™ The Scalapro has two checkweighing functions: the simplified checkweighing function and the inspection checkweighing function.
6-2. How to select a checkweighing function Before using the checkweighing function, set the user parameters. Parameter number Description #01: Checkweighing function Unit of proper weight value for checkweighing #P3: function #P4: Proper weight value for checkweighing function Operation Display Press at the same time to enter the user ...
6-3. How to use the checkweighing function How to make the settings Operation Display Put the items used for the target value on the instrument. Long press until the rightmost digit flashes. During the setting, the “CHECK” sign flashes. To finely adjust the target value, Press to decrease the target value by 1 scale interval.
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How to confirm the setup values and start weight measurement (1) Operation Display Confirm that the panel shows 0. Press . The system displays the lower limit and then the upper limit, and starts measurement using the checkweighing function. ...
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How to obtain items of the proper weight (Simplified checkweighing function [#01=1]) (0) At the user parameter #03, you can select a timing at which the Evaluation LED light comes on. At the user parameter #07, you can select a timing at which the indicated value flashes according to the evaluation.
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How to obtain items of the proper weight (Inspection checkweighing function [#01=2]) (0) At the user parameter #03, you can select a timing at which the Evaluation LED light comes on. At the user parameter #07, you can select a timing at which the indicated value flashes according to the evaluation.
7. Instruments for other than transactions or certifications 7-1. About instruments for other than transactions or certifications If you use the Scalapro ™ for a purpose other than transactions or certifications, first you need to compensate for gravitational acceleration according to the region of use. Otherwise, you may not be able to get the correct measurements.
7-3. Gravitational acceleration compensation for the region of use (only for a scale not legal for trade) Carry out the following procedure to compensate for gravitational acceleration by the region of use. Refer to the setup value of the gravitational acceleration by the region of use. Once this compensation is made, there is no need to do it again the next time.
7-4. How to conduct weight calibration ™ For the Scalapro for a purpose other than transactions or certifications, the user can conduct weight calibration (calibration before use). It is recommended to periodically conduct weight calibration because otherwise measurement results may become inaccurate. Get Class 2 or better standard weights and conduct weight calibration according to the following procedure: [Example] Procedure for weight calibration when you use an instrument with a weighing capacity of 60 kg: * Before conducting weight calibration, ensure to put a pre-load equivalent to the weighing capacity on the...
8. Other topics 8-1. Error messages The following messages appear in the event of an error. Take the corresponding actions specified in the table. If any codes other than the following appear or if the error still persists even after taking the following actions, contact your vendor.
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Message Cause Action Span adjustment error The weight(s) used for weight Check the weight(s) and carry out span calibration may have the adjustment again. If the error still persists, incorrect mass. contact your vendor. E2PROM write error Turn off the power, and then turn it on Invalid data are written into the again after a while.
8-2. Specifications The appearance and specifications of the product are subject to change for product improvements without prior notice. Model DP-6900 Weighing method Strain gauge loadcell Weighing platform dimensions 350(W)×500(D) mm Data for each weighing capacity DP-6900 (non-verification model), Accuracy: 1/6400 or 1/6000, Guaranteed accuracy: 1/3200 or 1/3000 Weighing capacity Scale interval Minimum weighing range...
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