KERN KFP V20 Version 1.4 11/2015 Installation instructions weighing bridge (600-6000 kg) Contents General ......................3 Technical data ....................3 Basic Information (General) ................4 Documentation ........................... 4 Proper use ..........................4 Improper Use ..........................4 Warranty ............................. 4 Monitoring of Test Resources ....................5 Basic Safety Precautions ................
The weighing system unit may only be operated in accordance with the described default settings. Other areas of use must be released by KERN in writing. 3.4 Warranty Warranty claims shall be voided in case •...
In KERN's accredited DKD calibration laboratory test weights and weighing systems may be calibrated (return to the national standard) fast and at moderate cost.
6 Unpacking, Setup and Commissioning 6.1 Installation Site, Location of Use The weighing bridges are designed in a way that reliable weighing results are achieved in common conditions of use. You will work accurately and fast, if you select the right location for your weighing system.
6.2 Unpacking, Scope of delivery Danger for the back! The weighing bridge is relatively heavy. Always use a suitable lifting device to lift it out of the packaging or to transport it to the required installation site. CAUTION Do not step under the suspended load, risk of injury! ...
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Scope of delivery: • Weighing bridge with assembled connection cable • 4 weighing cell feet • 2 eye bolts • Operating instructions According to the version, for assembling the weighing bridge the following accessories (optional) must be available: (A) 2 access ramps (B ) 1 access ramp and 1 foot plate set (C ) 2 foot plate sets KFP V20_600-6000-IA-e-1514...
6.3 Assembly, levelling Accurate weighing results require a weighing bridge with perfect horizontal alignment. During initial installation and after each change of work area it is necessary to level the weighing bridge. Placing the weighing bridge: 1. Prior to the final placing, install the four weighing cell feet. 2.
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Installation of the weighing bridge in pits for barrier-free access Order the suitable pit frame as accessory. Assembly see installation instructions of the pit frame. KFP V20_600-6000-IA-e-1514...
6.4 Connecting a display unit Attention Put the connecting cable to the display unit in a manner that it is protected against damage. Description of the connection cable: terminal Color State EXC+ [IN+] voltage + SIG + [OUT+] green signal + SIG -[OUT-] white signal -...
7.1 Operation limits • The weighing bridges are designed extremely robust. However the load limits according to the following table should not be exceeded! • Depending on the type of load receptacle, the static carrying capacity, i.e. the maximum admissible load is: Weighing ranges 600kg 1500kg 3000kg 6000kg...
Do not use water jet or high-pressure cleaner. 8.3 Service, maintenance The appliance may only be opened by trained service technicians who are authorized by KERN. Ensure that the weighing system is regularly calibrated, see chap. 3.5 Testing instruments control.
8.5 Instant help In case of an error in the program process, briefly turn off the balance and disconnect from power supply. The weighing process must then be restarted from the beginning. Help: Fault Possible cause • Draught/air movement The displayed weight is permanently changing •...
9 Service documentation • This chapter is only intended for a balance specialist! • The weighing bridges are carried out in DMS sensor technology, at every corner a DMS weighing cell is installed. • The analogue-digital transformation occurs in the display unit. Also all the balance and country-specific data are stored there.
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Verification data and tolerances as per OIML 600kg [kg] -0,1 -0,2 -0,3 -0,4 1500kg 0,75 0,25 [kg] -0,25 -0,5 -0,75 1000 1500 3000kg [kg] -0,5 -1,5 1000 2000 3000 6000kg KFP V20_600-6000-IA-e-1514...
9.2 Check and adjustment of the corner load Check of the corner load: • Place the test weights in the centre of the load plate and tare. • The balance displays -0-. • Place the test weights successively on all four corners.
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Adjustment on the analogue print Adjustment of weighing cell J2 takes place at the potentiometer VR1 and VR2. Adjustment of weighing cell J3 takes place at the potentiometer VR3 and VR4. Adjustment of weighing cell J4 takes place at the potentiometer VR5 and VR6. Adjustment of weighing cell J5 takes place at the potentiometer VR7 and VR8.
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