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Table of contents Compact scale WS 15000 Table of contents 1 Safety ........................4 1.1 For your safety ....................4 1.1.1 General ....................4 1.1.2 Safety symbols in this manual ............... 4 1.2 Intended use ....................5 1.3 Inappropriate use .................... 5 1.4 Obligations of the owner/user .................
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Compact scale WS 15000 Table of contents 8 Troubleshooting ....................27 8.1 In the event of a malfunction ................. 27 8.2 Error messages of the scales................ 27 8.3 Customer service contact data..............28 8.4 Information for the contact to the customer service ........28 9 Technical data ....................
1 | Safety Compact scale WS 15000 Safety This chapter warns against possible risks when handling the device. The information for detection of risks contained in this chapter is intended to allow a save and correct operation. It is important to read and adhere to this operating manual and particularly this chapter prior to operating this device.
Safety | 1 Intended use The compact scale WS 15000 is used to determine the weight of loads. It is intended to be used as a "non-automatic" scale. Any further use is considered as not in accordance with the intended use. The manufacturer does not assume any liability for resulting damage.
The BOSCHE company offers a restricted warranty for components, which became faulty due to strain or material faults. The warranty starts with the date of delivery. The BOSCHE company retains the right to repair or replace components. Repair work executed during the warranty period will not extend the period of warranty.
Compact scale WS 15000 Description | 2 Description Construction View from below Item Designation LCD display Voltage indicator (lights up when an external power supply is connected) Stainless steel weighing platform Control panels for the various functions of the unit.
2 | Description Compact scale WS 15000 Display The LCD display is equipped with a backlight. 2.2.1 Display overview Battery must be charged. Net weighing TARE Stability indicator, weight is sta- Percent weighing ble. above the control range inside the control area...
2 | Description Compact scale WS 15000 Keybord overview The keyboard, consisting of pressure point keys with acoustic signal, is water- protected. Operating level Functional level Change of the weighing units on the display from g, kg to lb or oz.
Compact scale WS 15000 Transport, installation, connection | 3 Transport, installation, connection Control When the device is delivered, check the packaging, the device and possible accessories for visible damage. Packaging and disposal Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possible return.
3 | Transport, installation, connection Compact scale WS 15000 Installation works • Transport the compact scale carefully, load cells are sensitive electromechanical sensors. • Remove the transport lock below the scale (if available). • Place the compact scale on a level and stable surface.
Compact scale WS 15000 Transport, installation, connection | 3 3.5.1 Installation of the battery • Switch off the scale and disconnect the main plug. • Remove the weighing platform. • Remove the protective cover (if available). • Open the battery case.
4 | Operation Compact scale WS 15000 Operation Attention A warm-up time of 15 minutes stabilises the measured values after switching Attention If the load on the scale exceeds the weighing range, the following message - - - - - "...
Compact scale WS 15000 Operation | 4 Weighing 4.5.1 Simple weighing If the weight of the weighing sample will exceed the set weighing range the following message is displayed: > Please remove the load from the platform, immediately to avoid damage.
4 | Operation Compact scale WS 15000 Tare weighing 4.6.1 Determination of tare by weighing The weight of each weighing container can be removed by pressing the “Tare“ key, so that the net weight is displayed. Tare (with stable weight)
Compact scale WS 15000 Operation | 4 Check weighing Note With the check weighing you can specifically check weights. Depending on the setting (beep), an acoustic signal (beep) sounds and an “Ok“ appears on the display. Note The set limits (max. / min.) are stored permanently and are also available after a power failure.
Compact scale WS 15000 Operation | 4 4.7.2 Request of the limit values ▲ 4.7.3 Clear the limit values As described in Chapter 4.7.1 "Setting Limits" use the "LIMIT" and "TARE" keys to reset the limits to zero. Last revised:...
5 | Parameter Compact scale WS 15000 Parameter Note To set parameters, briefly press the “LIMIT“ and “UNIT“ keys simultaneously. Navigation in the menu Navigation Change settings, increases the activa- ted digit. Save settings Change settings, moves the activated digit to the right.
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Compact scale WS 15000 Parameter | 5 d15000 EL AU A2 2d Ut on UT oFF bP 1 SPd 15 oF 0 P Cont b 9600 return Changes to the weighing mode Last revised: BOSCHE Weighing Systems Page 21 2025-02-28...
5 | Parameter Compact scale WS 15000 5.1.1 Function menu - short description Menu Submenu Function d 6000 Change of the digit increment, e.g. in the event of d 15000 vibrations, wind or other climatic conditions. d 3000 Digit increment...
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Compact scale WS 15000 Parameter | 5 Menu Submenu Function bEEp 0 bP 1 No beep during tolerance weighing. Akustic signal bEEp 1 Beep when weight is within tolerance. bEEP 2 Beep when weight is out of tolerance. SPd 30...
6 | Calibration Compact scale WS 15000 Calibration Example: WS 15000-06 • Switch on the unloaded scale. • While the scale counts down, press the “UNIT“ and “TARE“ keys simultaneously. - “UnLoAd“ appears on the display. • Wait a moment.
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Compact scale WS 15000 Calibration | 6 • While the self-test, remove the calibration weights from the weighing platform. - The scale changes to the weighing mode. Last revised: BOSCHE Weighing Systems Page 25 2025-02-28...
Attention Replace defective or damaged cables or cable glands as a unit. Maintenance, servicing Only trained service engineers who have been authorised by Bosche are allo- wed to open the compact scale Danger Before opening the compact scale, you must ensure that it has been safely deenergised and disconnected from the mains.
- Damaged electronics If any other malfunctions or error messages occur, please switch off the scales and after a short while on again. If error messages occur again, please contact the Bosche customer service. Last revised: BOSCHE Weighing Systems Page 27...
Compact scale WS 15000 Technical data | 9 Technical data Dimensions Technical data Feature Value / Unit Total dimensions (W x H x D) 320 x 125 x 340 mm Dimensions weighing platform 300 x 225 mm Weight without batteries approx.
EN 61000-4-3:2011 EN 61000-4-4:2012 EN 61000-4-5:2014 EN 61000-4-6:2014 2011/65/EU RoHS EN IEC 63000:2018 Unterzeichnet für und im Namen von Bosche: Damme, 25.11.2021 Geschäftsführer • Managing Director Directeur général • Directeur • Director general Last revised: BOSCHE Weighing Systems Page 31...
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