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U
SER MANUAL
C-Series
Weigh Forks
NOTE: Weigh forks are factory calibrated
and ready to use.
Legal for trade models are factory
calibrated and ready to use. Additional
certification is required by a local weights
and measures authority.
IMPORTANT: The forks and indicator are
paired and calibrated as a set. Do not
separate. Consult Cascade Service
department with questions.
CAUTION: Treat this precise weighing
system with care. Environment and
application will affect the system and
its components. Conditions with mud,
grime, water, corrosive chemicals and
abrasive substances can damage or affect
performance of the weigh system.
Manual Number 8305557-R2
cascade
corporation
Cascade is a Registered Trademark of Cascade Corporation
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Summarization of Contents
Special Definitions and Terminology
Key Definitions and Terms
Explains critical statements (WARNING, CAUTION, etc.) and defines terms like 'Legal for Trade'.
Warnings and Safety Measures
Operator and Operational Safety
Covers operator qualifications, safe work areas, and equipment handling to prevent injury or damage.
Environmental and Handling Precautions
Details environmental impacts, battery status, and cleaning/maintenance precautions for system longevity.
Installation Guide
Installing Standard and Rotator Forks
Step-by-step instructions for removing existing forks and installing the weigh forks on the truck carriage.
Securing Forks and Installing Battery Packs
Procedures for locking forks, installing bar keepers, and correctly inserting battery packs into their holders.
Indicator Mounting and Power Connection
Guides for locating the indicator, mounting it with its bracket, and connecting it to the truck's power source.
Using the Indicator
Indicator Functions, Icons, and Buttons
Explains the meaning of displayed icons, button functions in different modes, and how to interpret them.
Interpreting Indicator Error Messages
Lists common error messages, their meanings, and the steps required to resolve or exit error states.
Using the Weigh System
Preparing for Weighing and Handling Loads
Ensures forks are clear and zeroed, and provides guidelines for proper load centering and stability on forks.
Handling Loads Safely
Guidelines on proper load centering and positioning on forks for accurate weighing and stability.
Performing Normal Weighing Operations
Step-by-step guide for weighing a load, including initial warm-up, zeroing, and reading the weight.
Obtaining Net, Tare, and Gross Weights
Explains how to get Net, Tare, and Gross weights, focusing on the Unknown Tare Weight Method.
Unknown Tare Weight Method Steps
Completes the Unknown Tare Weight Method, detailing adding load, viewing gross weight, and clearing tare.
Pre-set Tare Weight Method
Instructions for using pre-programmed tare values to quickly set tare weights for common items.
Pre-set Tare Weight Method Steps
Details the process of selecting and applying pre-set tare values and viewing gross weight.
Powering Off Forks and Auto Features
Details powering off forks, auto shut-off, and backlight features for efficient system management.
Advanced Weighing Operations
Totaling (Accumulation) Feature
Details how to add multiple weights together to get a total sum, including setup and operation.
Totaling Operation Steps
Describes repeating weighing steps, viewing subtotals, and printing/resetting the accumulated total.
Piece Count (Sampling Method)
Explains the sampling method for determining average piece weight (APW) for counting items.
Piece Count Sampling Method Steps
Details how to add sample pieces, accept APW, and continue acquiring quantities for piece counting.
Piece Count With Known Weight (Pre-set APWs)
Describes the method for piece counting using pre-set Average Piece Weights (APWs).
Pre-set APWs Method Steps
Details the steps for entering Piece Count Mode, selecting APW, and acquiring load quantities.
Batteries and Power Management
Fork LED Status Indication and Battery Alerts
Explains fork LED indications for power, battery levels, and alerts for low battery status.
Charging Fork Battery Packs
Step-by-step guide on removing, charging, and re-installing fork battery packs using the provided charger.
Indicator Battery Replacement
Instructions for removing, replacing, or recharging indicator batteries (AA) and understanding low battery indicators.
Printer Equipped Operation
Printing Weight Information
Details how to print the load weight and other related information from the indicator in normal weighing mode.
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Daily Inspection Procedures
Tasks to perform before each shift to ensure the weigh system is clean and functioning correctly.
2000-Hour Inspection and Fork Wear
Guides for inspecting fork hooks, carriage bar clearance, and fork wear using specific tools and criteria.
Appendix: Configuration and Setup
Configuring Advanced Weighing Options
Procedure to view, enable, or disable advanced weighing options by changing Parameter 'F 30'.
Programming Preset Tare Values Guide
Step-by-step guide to add, update, or view preset tare values using Parameter 'F 36'.
Programming Preset Tare Value Steps
Details on setting the rightmost digit, accepting values, and repeating the process for all preset tare values.
Programming Preset APW Values Guide
Procedure to add, update, or view preset Average Piece Weight (APW) values using Parameter 'F 37'.
Programming Preset APW Value Steps
Details on setting APW values, accepting them, and repeating the process for all preset APWs.
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