KERN KFP V20 Platform Version 2.4 2023-09 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)
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 6 kg 3 kg TKFP 6V20LM-A 9 kg 6 kg 3 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 •...