General Installation Guide This SkidWeigh ED2-AT-SM system version V1500, installation & calibration guide describes how to install, calibrate, test and use your lift truck onboard check weighing scale. Following the instructions in this guide will enable you to get your system operating quickly and with ease. In the event that you require additional assistance, please contact technical support below.
SkidWeigh ED2-AT-SM Version 1500 Our policy is one of continuous improvement and the information in this document is subject to change without notice. Check that software version displayed on the LED display is reflective of this manual. Overview of Components The standard SkidWeigh ED2-AT-SM check weighing system kit consist of two main components: * Digital indicator with external overload audio warning, wiring harness and anti-vibration mounting bracket.
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Pressure Transducer Installation 3 Wire Pressure Precautions Transducer Cable Before installation of the pressure transducer the hydraulic lift circuit must be pressure free. There are two ways to do that: 1. Place the forks on the ground at their lowest position and make sure the hydraulic system pressure is completely free by tilting the mast forward.
Electrical Connections - Orange Wire (+) Ignition switch On position (12 to 55 VDC) - Brown Wire (-) Battery negative - Red Wire, connect to RED wire of the pressure transducer cable - Black Wire, connect to BLACK wire of the pressure transducer cable - White Wire, connect to WHITE wire of the pressure transducer cable Pressure transducer cable Pressure transducer 3 wires cable must be connected to the digital indicator cable...
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‘Quick Test’ System Check Note: The following ‘Quick Test’ allows the installer to ensure that the both the electrical connections and the installation of the pressure transducer have been performed correctly. Also note the SkidWeigh system is not to be calibrated at this stage. After you have connected electrical power and the pressure transducer cable you can check system operation following these steps.
Calibration Procedure The SkidWeigh ED2 calibration cycle is a simple and automatic process that is completed by lifting both empty and loaded forks, and or attachment, and programming the weights into the system. The entire process takes approximately 3 minutes and will require the following to be completed in advance. 1.The paper clip supplied with the system or like.
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To begin the calibration process press the M button, using a paper clip and hold for few seconds. Eventually the 8 will change to 0 above the mode indica- tor. System is ready for automatic zeroing. With the indicator showing 0 lift he empty forks approximately 2” - 4” off the ground.
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With the system at Mode 5, after entering all digits, drive into the secured palleted load. Once the loads is secure on the lift truck make sure that all pressure is out of the hydraulic system by lowering the forks till the lift chains show slack. Using the paper clip press the M button to advance to Mode 6.
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Operator Usage Guide ED2 SkidWeigh Series Accumulative Load Add Button Load Weight Total and Print Onboard Printer ED2 SkidWeigh Series • Turn on ignition switch • With LED display will show software version for the moment and mode will indicate number 8 which is the starting point to initiate load weight cycle (Loaded forks must be lowered to ground, no pressure in lift hydraulic circuit for the system to show Mode 8) Insert the forks into the pallet or product to be weighed...
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Accumulative Load Weight Function • With LED display showing load weight, press “Black button” to start accumulating loads • With last load weight lifted and shown on LED display by pressing “RED button” all individual loads and total load weight will be shown. If the onboard Bluetooth printer is used than all individual load weights and total will be printed Overload Indication •...
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