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Trooper Scale The information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but Ohaus Corporation assumes no liability arising from the use or misuse of this material. Reproduc- tion of this material is strictly prohibited.
4.2.1.1 Segment Display Test ............4-1 4.2.2 Menu Structure................4-2 4.2.3 Trooper Switch Functions ............... 4-3 4.2.4 Trooper Scale Menu Operation ............4-3 4.2.4.1 How to Enter the Menus ............ 4-3 4.2.4.2 How to Select a Specific Menu .......... 4-3 4.2.4.3 How to Enter an Individual Menu ........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.) CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (Cont.) Page 4.2.4.6 How to Quit the Menus ................4-4 4.2.5 Calibration ..................4-4 4.2.6 Legal for Trade (LFT) Operation and LFT Sealing ......4-9 4.2.7 Performance Tests ................ 4-10 4.2.7.1 Repeatability Test ............4-10 4.2.7.2 Off-Center Load Test ............
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS Designation Function Display LCD display, indicates weight, modes and setup information. Center of Zero LCD indicator prompt, indicates center of zero when within +/- 0.25d.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Procedures - Contains preventive maintenance procedures, performance tests and adjustments, repair procedures, service mode procedures, and calibration procedures. Chapter 5 Drawings and Parts List - Contains exploded view of Trooper Scale identifying all serviceable replacement components with parts list.
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.4 TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED In order to properly service the Ohaus Trooper Scales, a standard electronic tool kit is required. No special tools and test items are required. 1.4.1 Special Tools None required. 1.4.2 Standard Tools and Test Equipment 1.
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.6 SPECIFICATIONS Complete specificatons for the Ohaus Trooper Scales are listed in Tables 1-2 and 1-3 . When a scale has been serviced, it must meet the specifications listed in the tables. Before servicing the scale, determine what specifications are not met.
CHAPTER 2 THEORY OF OPERATION 2.1 TROOPER THEORY OF OPERATION This chapter contains information on the basic theory of operation of the Loadcell and scale circuit descriptions of the printed circuit board. An exploded view drawing is included in Chapter 5 which identifies all servicable components of the scale.
CHAPTER 2 THEORY OF OPERATION PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD THEORY (Cont.) 2.3.3 Microprocessor U7 The microprocessor U7 contains a built in RAM, ROM and an LCD driver. Crystal Y1 operates at a frequency of approximately 4.00 MHz and is used to control the frequency of the microprocessor. The microprocessor provides serial data to the LCD display as well as parameter storage to EEPROM U11.
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CHAPTER 2 THEORY OF OPERATION PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD THEORY (Cont.) JUMP2 +EXC +SEN MSCLK SEG1 +SIG MCE- CONVERTER ANALOG L/C CGND U3, U4, U5, U8 SEG15 INPUT -SIG MSDI LCD DISPLAY -SEN MSDO & EL PANEL BACK LIGHT -EXC DRIVER JUMP1 COM1 COM4...
In the event that erratic or fluctuating weight readings are observed, it is necessary to isolate the problem to either the mechanical area or the electronic area of the scale. If a problem arises that is not covered in this manual, contact: Ohaus Corporation 19A Chapin Road P.O. Box 2033...
CHAPTER 3 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 3-1. DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) REMEDY Unit will not turn on. Adapter not plugged in or prop- Check power cord connec- erly connected. tions. Make sure adapter connec- tor is plugged all the way into the Scale. Batteries dead or not properly Check battery connector.
CHAPTER 3 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 3-1. DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE (Cont.) PROBABLE CAUSE(S) REMEDY SYMPTOM RS232 not working. Verify communication pa- RS232 communication param- rameters. eters set up incorrectly. Improper or loose cable connec- Check cable connections. tions. Unable to calibrate unit. Set LCL to OFF in the Software Lockout switch set to ON and Lock Switch on the circuit LocSW menu, and set Lock...
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Ohaus scales are precision instruments and should be carefully handled, stored in a clean dry area which is dust free, and cleaned periodically. It is recommended that when a scale has had chemicals or liquids spilled on it, the scale should be cleaned as soon as possible.
Short press - enter TARE. 4..2.4 Trooper Scale Menu Operation This section describes the menu operation. The menu permits matching the scale to specific weighing needs. In the menu, you can change the settings of the scale and activate functions. The Main Menu contains 6 sub menus.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4..2.4 Trooper Scale Menu Operation (Cont.) 4.2.4.3 How to Enter an Individual Menu A short press on the G/N/T MENU button = YES and you can enter a specific menu. 4.2.4.4 How to Enter an Individual Menu Item When in any menu, a short press on the G/N/T MENU button = YES and you can enter a specific menu item.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.5 Calibration (Cont.) Procedure TURNING CALIBRATION LOCK SWITCH OFF To turn the software lock off: Press and hold the G/N/T/ MENU button until MENU appears. Release it and SETuP appears. (if already in the main menu, skip to the next step).
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CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.5 Calibration (Cont.) For span calibration, there are a number of choices for calibration. The highlighted number is the default. To change the span calibration value read the setup section of the menu. In the Setup menu, change the CP selection to the desired value.
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CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.5 Calibration (Cont.) Procedure TURNING CALIBRATION LOCK SWITCH ON To turn the software lock on: Press and hold the G/N/T/ MENU button until MENU appears. Release it and SETuP appears. (if already in the main menu, skip to the next step).
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CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.5 Calibration (Cont.) Procedure LINEARITY CALIBRATION As with span calibration, confirm that calibration is really required. If required, refer to page 20 and turn the Calibration Lock Switch off. With the Scale ON, press and hold the button G/N/T/ MENU until MENU is displayed.
The two screws are cross drilled Figure 4-3. Lock Switch Location. and can accept a wire seal. NOTICE: The Trooper Scale has been tested and found to comply with Class lll requirements of NIST Handbook 44. After the Scale has been tested and found to...
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.7 Performance Tests Accurate performance of the Trooper scales is determined by a series of three performance tests. The displayed readings are compared with the tolerances listed in Table 4-2. Tolerance values are expressed in counts. A one count change is equal to the last digit shown on the scale display. TABLE 4-2.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.7.2 Off-Center Load Test The Off-Center Load Test is used to determine whether displayed weight values will be affected by moving the sample to different areas of the Platform. See Figure 4-6. Place 1/2 of the scale capacity in the center of the Platform. Press the ON/ZERO OFF button to return the reading to zero.
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If after several attempts the display fails to return to zero, a repeatability problem is indicated and the scale must be serviced by an Ohaus Product Service Specialist. 6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using Load 2, Load 3 and Load 4 as applicable.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.8 RS232 Interface Test The RS232 Interface in the Trooper scale can have its performance monitored using an external printer or computer connected to the scale. The RS232 Interface is a bi-directional interface which enables the scale to communicate with a printer or computer equipped with an RS232 serial port.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.2.8.1 Connecting the RS232 Interface (Cont.) RS232 Commands All communication is accomplished using standard ASCII format. Only the characters shown in the RS232 Command Table 4-4 are acknowledged by the scale. Invalid command response "ES" error indicates the scale has not recogonized the command.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES REPAIR PROCEDURES This section describes how to change individual components of the Trooper scales. When doing this, please refer to the exploded view drawings and spare parts lists in section 5. Important: after replacing components, a functional check of the scale must always be carried out. 4.3.1 Replacing the Keypad Membrane The keypad membrane is affixed to the upper housing of the scale.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.3.2 Replacing the PC Board The PC Board is located inside the scale towards the front. To replace the PC Board, it is necessary to disassemble the scale. 1. Remove power from the scale. 2. Carefully lift and remove the platform from the scale. You will find that one rubber foot remains attached to the platform, this is normal.
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.3.2 Replacing the PC Board (Cont.) 6. Carefully remove the wires coming from J10 which is the RS232 connector and J4 which is used to connect the loadcell. See figure 4-9 for wire color and locations. RS232 CONNECTOR PINS TO LOAD CELL...
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.3.3 Replacing the Spider Assembly (Loadcell) The Spider assembly is centrally located inside the scale and contains the loadcell. See Figure 4-10. This assembly is factory assembled and the downstops are preadjusted. There are no adjustments to be made on this assembly after installation. 1.
If further technical information is needed, in the United States call toll-free 1-800-526-0659 between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. EST. An Ohaus factory service technician will be available to provide assistance. Outside the U.S.A., please contact:...
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