Measurement Systems International (MSI) certifies the MSI-4260 Port-A- Weigh has been thoroughly tested and inspected and found to meet its pub- lished specifications when shipped from the factory. MSI further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to NIST. Fishing Industry Model...
Push-button controls – Industrial Model Industrial Model There are 5 push-button controls which are described below: 1. ON/OFF: Turns the unit on or off. Unit will automatically shut off after MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 5 •...
4. For net weight operation, tare weights may be entered using the Set button. Tare value may be removed with the Clear button. 5. Turn the unit off to conserve battery life when weighing is complete. Page 6 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide •...
If the On button is depressed at this point, “LO” will reappear and then the scale will again deactivate automatically. Instructions for charging are located on the battery charger. Charging time for a completely discharged battery is approximately 16 hours. A spare battery pack MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 7 •...
If more than one radio controlled scale is to be used at the same location, the codes should be changed to prevent inadvertent interference. Consult your dealer or the factory for instructions. 6. Presettable Tare: When fitted with this option, known tare weights may Page 8 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide •...
5, 6 CAL Select: - Determines the magnitude of the calibration number displayed when the CAL Test switch is activated. CAL Test - Activates the CAL test. Decimal Point - Activates or deactivates the decimal point on the MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 9 •...
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Note: The Operational Mode Chart included in these instructions indi- cates proper switch settings for each capacity. (See Figure 2). Figure 1: Location of Internal Switches and Gain Potentiometers Figure 2: Internal Switch Setting Table Page 10 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide •...
However, when these components are changed, complete calibration must be carried out as soon as possible. Note: If the load cell has been changed, the calibration number for the new load cell must be used. MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 11 •...
12. Reset the following switches: Filter: Close SW1 position 7. Memory Enable: Close SW1 position 8 Cal Test: Open SW2 position 7. AZM: Close SW1 position 5. 13. Replace access port plug. Page 12 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide •...
12 to 16 hours to reach full capacity. The battery may be left connected to the charger continuously if desired. The indicator lamp may flash slowly on and off when the battery is fully charged and in the “float” mode. MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 13 •...
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C. Scale does not have AZM feature Zero the display (Program numbers below P-15) with zero button D. Scale electronics not stabilized after Leave scale on two turning on the scale minutes before weighing MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 15 •...
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12.Charger lamp does not come on after A. Defective charger Requires authorized 16 hours of charging. service B. Defective battery Replace C. Corroded battery connections Clean 13.Charger lamp flashes. A. No problem – Indicates a fully charged battery Page 16 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide •...
USE HARDWARE THAT CREATES SINGLE 1. DO NOT PUSH OR PULL ON LOADED POINT ATTACHMENTS AND ALLOWS THE SCALE. 2. DO NOT PULL LATERALLY ON SCALE FREEDOM OF ALIGNMENT. HOOK WITH SCALE LOADED. PUB.PLP-01-95 MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh User Guide Page 17 •...
S Y S T E M S I N T E R N A T I O N A L THE MSI LIMITED WARRANTY MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC., WARRANTS load sensing elements and meters against defects in workmanship and materials for...
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