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- Page 1 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Software Version 11525 Technical Manual November 25, 2024 PN 227006 Rev A...
- Page 2 All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
- Page 3 November 25, 2024 Established a revision history; software version 11525 Table i. Revision Letter History Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems. Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department.
- Page 4 USB Connection ..................28 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost.
- Page 5 7.0 Specifications ............... . . 32 Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
- Page 6 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars www.RiceLake.com Visit our website...
- Page 7 The VS-37 in-floor veterinary scale is a heavy-duty scale that offers exceptional performance measuring 36 in x 36 in (0.91 m x 0.91 m) and has a capacity of up to 1000 lb (500 kg). The VS-37 in-floor veterinary scale is designed to be mounted in a pit flush with the floor.
- Page 8 Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals.
- Page 9 10 feet length of load cell cable. The VS-37 in-floor veterinary scale has one threaded hole located in the center of the deck to allow for the installation of an eyebolt.
- Page 10 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Assembly The scale feet are shipped attached to the scale. 1. Ensure each foot is screwed in until the foot touches either the load cell or the underside of the deck. 2. Unscrew each foot three complete turns and level the scale so all of the feet are in contact with the floor.
- Page 11 An optional AC power adapter can be used when a power outlet is available. IMPORTANT: Only use power adapters supplied by or purchased from Rice Lake Weighing Systems. The use of a power adapter not from Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids the warranty.
- Page 12 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Load Cell Connections The indicator and scale comes factory installed with a load cell cable connection. Follow the procedure below if the load cell cable needs to be replaced or reconnected to the indicator. 1. Unscrew and remove the tilt stand bracket from the indicator to gain access to the load cell connection.
- Page 13 A 1:24 slope is recommended for the pit with full grouting under the corner pads. Load Cell Foot Assembly Grout 1:24 Slope Figure 2-10. Installed VS-37 and Pit Frame Section Dimensions Dimensions for the VS-37 are provided in Figure 2-11.
- Page 14 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Operation This section describes the front panel and includes procedures for operation of the scale. Figure 3-1. Front Panel Keypad Key Descriptions The display has 10 front panel keys. Key functions are described in the table below.
- Page 15 (default is programmed to be 33.0 lb/15.0 kg). 2. Use to adjust the value. Press to start the tare function. The NET annunciator turns on instead ENTER of the GROSS annunciator. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 16 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function Use the following steps in determining the BMI. 3.6.1 LB Mode 1. Ensure that the scale is at zero. 2. Place the animal on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display.
- Page 17 Note: Load cell connection point is located underneath the curved plastic cover of the indicator. Remove four back retaining screws, remove curved back cover to access load cell connection point. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Table © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 18 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Configuration Options and parameter setup are done through the scale configuration. Setup Switch Access to the setup switch is located under the tilt stand cover. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four screws holding the cover in place (shown below — left photo).
- Page 19 Section 4.7 on page 24 Figure 4-2. Top Level Menu 6. Press to advance to the desired menu. 7. Press and advance in the manual to the related menu selection for further instructions. ENTER © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 20 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Programming Mode Menu Various parameters can be set while in Programming mode. PROG FULL LOAD G-CAL G-LOC ASTRT ROUND DISP value value value value value value value 00000 0.0000 0.000 0.00 10.0 20.0 BAUD ATOL ALEN...
- Page 21 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press the BMI key to move to the left. 4.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ALEN). Table 4-1. Configuration Mode Menu (Continued) © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 22 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Parameter Description Choices Steps ALEN Algorithm initial exponent — Maximum Value (8) The display toggles between a numeric value and ALEN; value 10. If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the Values above 10, will not let you proceed next setting;...
- Page 23 11. A request to put the chosen load on the platform is displayed by Put xxx.xx. . ===== displays then Save displays. 12. Put the chosen weight on the platform and press ENTER © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 24 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale 13. Press again and the display indicates Done. ENTER 14. Press three times to exit back out to the top level Done parameter. 15. Press to return to Weigh mode. ENTER 16. To exit calibration without changing zero or span existing calibration, press...
- Page 25 The unit comes with an RS-232 port that enables weight data to be transmitted to other equipment, such as a computer or printer. The RS-232 cable with DB-9 connector (PN 100719) is available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems. That connection is shown in USB Connection section.
- Page 26 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Communication Protocols The scale has two communication protocols, escape and maintenance protocol. 5.2.1 Escape Protocol An escape protocol is where the escape (0X1B or ASCII 27) is used to indicate that there is a command following. On the PC side there must be a listener created by the vendor that will interpret this protocol.
- Page 27 Firmware ID + development version Current weight Current AD Zero the scale Show flash values (used for the first flash process) USB On/Off (not available on USB communication Table 5-5. Maintenance Protocol Commands © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 28 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale USB Connection The scale has the capability of connecting to a Windows computer (PC) using a USB cable (not included) and a terminal ® emulation program. A terminal emulation program allows the transfer of data between the scale and PC using a serial port.
- Page 29 • Clean all external surfaces with a clean, damp cloth or tissue. Mild soap and water solution may be used. Dry with a clean soft cloth • Do not immerse the scale into cleaning or other liquid solutions • Do not use isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the display surface © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 30 VS-37 In-floor Veterinary Scale Specifications Electrical Grounding For systems where the scale is connected to a 115 VAC circuit, the indicator must be directly connected to an earth ground with a ground interface cable of no more than 3 W resistance throughout its length.
- Page 32 © Rice Lake Weighing Systems Content subject to change without notice. 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA USA: 800-472-6703 • International: +1-715-234-9171 November 25, 2024 PN 227006 Rev A www.ricelake.com...
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