KERN KFP Platform Version 2.4 2023-06 Installation Instructions Contents General hints ....................3 Technical data ....................3 Technical data of the weighing cell ..................4 Basic Information (General) ................5 Documentation ......................... 5 Proper use ..........................5 Improper Use ..........................5 Warranty ............................
1 General hints These installation instructions contain all data necessary for placing and commissioning the following platforms: KERN TKFP 3V20M-A KERN TKFP 6V20M-A, TKFP 6V20LM-A KERN TKFP 15V20M-A, TKFP 15V20LM-A KERN TKFP 30V20M-A, TKFP 30V20LM-A KERN TKFP 60V20M-A, TKFP 60V20LM-A...
• 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, Installation and Commissioning 6.1 Installation Site, Location of Use The platforms 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 Remove the underconstruction and the weighing plate from the package, remove packaging material and place the devices at the planned workplace. Check if all parts of the scope of delivery are present and free of damage. Scope of delivery: •...
• Please consult the Technical Data whether your balance is equipped with a transport securing, chap. 2. • There are different types of transport securings in KERN balances. Please see the indications explained in this chapter. • Never remove other screws than these for the transport securing as otherwise the balance could be damaged.
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Variant 1: Note on transport securing • 1 x hexagon screw on the upper side Type of transport securing with nut • 1 x threaded pin with inner hexagon on the lower side with nut 1. Remove the weighing plate. 2.
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7. Remove the hexagon screw on the upper side. Variant 2: Note on transport securing • 4 x cylinder head screw with inner Type of transport securing hexagon on the upper side 1. Remove the weighing plate. 2. Remove the transport securings. TKFP-V20-A-IA-e-2324...
Put the connecting cable to the display unit in a manner that it is protected against damage. Connect the platform to the display unit according to the following table. Output load cell Connection of platform KERN KFP EXC+ (5V) see labelling of load cell EXC- (0)
B = with side load C = with one-side load Avoid falling load, shock loads and impacts from the side! Observe the following operation limits: Item no./ Type TKFP 3V20M-A 4 kg 3 kg 1 kg TKFP 6V20M-A 9 kg...
Keep IP protection. 9.2 Servicing, 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 monitoring. 9.3 Disposal ...
10 Instant help for troubleshooting 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 •...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao Transport protection screw 103-(max.120) 76° M8-6G Ø27 1° No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 3V20M-A & TKFP 6V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie 130800400001 Ø20 Tim Zhao PB2323-KERN-L6D 130800400002 Ø90° 50,4 -0,5 Ø Tim Zhao...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 105-(max.122) 76° Transport protection screw M8-6G Ø27 1° No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 6V20LM-A & TKFP 15V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie 130800600011 Ø20 Tim Zhao PB3024-KERN-L6D 130800600012 Ø90° 50,4 -0,5 Ø Tim Zhao...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 114-(max.131) Transport protection screw 76° M8-6G Ø27 1° No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 15V20LM-A with feet Zhao Yingjie Ø20 Tim Zhao PB4030-KERN-L6N 130800700009 Ø90° 50,4 -0,5 Ø Tim Zhao...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 114-(max.131) Transport protection screw 76° M8-6G Ø27 1° No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 30V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie Ø20 Tim Zhao PB4030-KERN-L6E 130800700002 Ø90° 50,4 -0,5 Ø Tim Zhao...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 114-(max.131) 76° M8-6G Ø27 1° No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 60V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie Ø20 Tim Zhao PB4030-KERN-L6E 130800700004 Ø90° 50,4 -0,5 Ø Tim Zhao...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 124-(max.136) φ42.5 M10-6g b n0.2 A φ27.4 No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 30V20LM-A & TKFP 60V20LM-A & TKFP 150V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie 130801200027 Tim Zhao PB5040-KERN-L6G 130801200024 130801200023 Tim Zhao φ56...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 136-(max.148) φ42.5 M10-6g b n0.2 A φ27.4 No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 150V20LM-A & TKFP 300V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie 130801300005 Tim Zhao PB6550-KERN-L6G 130801300006 Tim Zhao φ56...
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Create 2022.3.10 Tim Zhao 191-(max.212) M12-6g φ52 b 1° A φ36 No tolerance (by GB/T14486-97) Size range Tolerance TKFP 600V20M-A with feet Zhao Yingjie Tim Zhao PB8060-KERN-PW12 130800300011 φ45 φ68 Tim Zhao...
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