Introduction - Setra Systems 500C User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Setra precision counting scale. Its ease of operation and
durable construction should provide years of convenient and reliable service. While
your scale is easy to operate, it is advisable to read this guide carefully before use. It
is designed to help you perform weighing, counting, and related operations quickly
and accurately.
This guide is divided into four major sections. Section One, "Installing Your Scale,"
explains the proper installation of your scale in its surroundings. Section Two,
"Understanding Your Scale," explains the various keys, functions, displays, and
messages you may encounter while using your scale. Section Three, "Using Your
Scale," provides the actual instructions necessary to perform your scale's various
functions. Section Four, "Dual Scale Operation," describes a special case whereby
two Setra scales are cabled together for quick and easy transfer of the average
piece weight. Following Section Four are appendices which include examples, a
glossary of terms, and setup information for advanced functions.
Typographical conventions used in this guide include the following:
1. Bold, lower case characters
Press — tare , asks you to press the — — — — — key and then the tare key on the scale
keyboard.)
2. "Quotation marks" enclose messages you receive from the scale display.
3. nnn indicates that a number will appear in the display message.
indicate specific keys on the scale keyboard. (e.g.,
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Introduction