Valor™ 7000 Series EN-1 1. INTRODUCTION This manual contains installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Valor™ 7000 Series. Please read the manual completely before using the scale. 1.1 Safety Precautions Please follow these safety precautions: Verify that the AC input voltage printed on the data label matches the local AC power supply.
EN-2 Valor™ 7000 Series 2.3 Selecting the Location Use the scale on a firm, steady surface. Avoid locations with excessive air current, vibrations, heat sources, or rapid temperature changes. Allow sufficient space around the scale. 2.4 Leveling the Equipment The Valor Series has a level indicator as a reminder that the scale should be leveled for accurate weighing.
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When [lo.bat] is displayed, the scale will shut off. Charging the scale must be performed in a dry environment. CAUTION: Battery is to be replaced only by an authorized Ohaus service dealer. Risk of explosion can occur if the rechargeable battery is replaced with the wrong type or if it is not properly connected.
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EN-4 Valor™ 7000 Series 3. OPERATION 3.1 Controls Figure 3-1. Valor 7000 Front Control Panel with LCD Display. TABLE 3-1 Button Functions On/Zero Short Press (when on): Sets display to zero (when off): Turns scale on Long Press (when on): Turns the scale off Short Press (in Menu): Selects/accepts displayed setting Print Short Press: See Interface Manual for operation description.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-5 10 11 Figure 3-2. LCD Display TABLE 3-2 Item Description Item Description NET symbol Calibration / Menu Mode symbol Center of Zero symbol Dynamic symbol (not used) Negative symbol Battery charge symbol Stable weight symbol Pound, Ounce, Pound:Ounce symbols Preset Tare, Tare symbols 13 Percent symbol Pointer symbols...
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EN-6 Valor™ 7000 Series Power Input Weigh Below Access RS232 and Option Interface Port (below cover) Lock Switch IR Sensor (front) Figure 3-4. Below view of Valor 7000 IR Sensors The Valor 7000 is equipped with two IR sensors, one at the front (see figure 3-5) and one at the rear (see figure 3-3).
Valor™ 7000 Series EN-7 3.2 Turning Scale On/Off To turn the scale on, press and hold the On/Zero Off button for 1 second. The scale performs a display test, momentarily displays the software version, and then enters the active weighing mode.
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EN-8 Valor™ 7000 Series 3.5 Check Mode Use this mode to compare the Weight or Percent of items to a target weight range. The scale supports positive, negative and zero check weighing. Refer to section 4.5 to set the desired Check sub-mode. 3.5.1 Check Weighing Set Checkweigh to Weight in the Mode menu.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-9 If required, place an empty container on the pan and press Tare. 10. Place sample material on the pan or in the container. If the sample weight is under the target percentage range, the yellow LED will light. If the sample is within the target percentage range, the green LED will light.
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EN-10 Valor™ 7000 Series 3.6 Accumulation and Statistics The Accumulation feature enables manual or automatic totalizing of displayed values. Statistical data is stored in memory for review and printing. Accumulation works together with each application mode except Dynamic. 3.6.1 Accumulating Displayed Values With ACCUMULATE set to MANUAL, place the item on the scale and press the M+ key to add the weight to accumulation data.
Valor™ 7000 Series EN-11 4. MENU SETTINGS The User Menu allows the customizing of scale settings. Note: Additional Sub-Menus may be available if Interface Options are installed. See Interface User Manual for the additional setting information. 4.1 Menu Navigation User Menu: Menu: C.A.L S.E.t.U.P...
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EN-12 Valor™ 7000 Series -- Yes Allows entry into the displayed menu. - Accepts the displayed setting and advances to the next item. -- No Skips by the displayed menu. - Rejects the displayed setting or menu item and advances to the next available item.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-13 4.2 Cal Menu Enter this menu to perform calibrations. Initial Calibration When the scale is operated for the first time, a span calibration is recommended to ensure accurate weighing results. Before performing the calibration, be sure to have the appropriate calibration weights as listed in table 4-1.
EN-14 Valor™ 7000 Series 4.3 Setup Menu Enter this menu to set scale parameters. Reset: no, yes Power On Unit: auto, kg, g, lb, oz, lb:oz Zero Range: 2%, 10% Auto Tare: off, on, on-acc Beeper Signal: off, accept, under, over, under-over Beeper Key: off, on IR Func:...
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-15 IR Func [IR.F] Define the sensor function. Both sensors will have the same function. DISP = turn on backlight ZERO = scale performs zero operation FUNC = scale performs tare operation PRINT = scale performs print operation IR Adjust [IR.H] Set the distance at which the sensor will respond.
EN-16 Valor™ 7000 Series 4.4 Readout Menu Enter this menu to set user preferences. no, yes Reset: 0.5, 1, 2, 5 Stable Range: Filter: low, medium, high Automatic-Zero Tracking: off, 0.5, 1, 3 Light: off, on, auto Auto Off: off, 1, 5, 10 End Readout: Exit menu Reset [reset]...
Valor™ 7000 Series EN-17 End Readout [End] Advance to the next menu or return to the top of the current menu. 4.5 Mode Menu This sub-menu activates modes so they will be available for use with the Mode button. Weigh mode is always active.
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EN-18 Valor™ 7000 Series 4.7 Print1 Menu Enter this menu to set printing parameters. Default settings are bold. Note: The Print2 menu is only displayed if a second interface is installed. Reset: no, yes Stable Only: off, on Auto Print: off, on stable, interval, continuous, accept Content: Result (->...
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-19 Content [CONtNt] Define the content of the printed data. Result Set the status. OFF = disabled = the displayed reading is printed Gross Set the status. OFF = disabled = the gross weight is printed Set the status. OFF = disabled = the net weight is printed Tare...
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Notes: For Windows 7 setup, contact Ohaus. If the weighing value is a negative number, set the target cell in TEXT format. Otherwise, Excel will not distinguish it as a negative number.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-21 4.8 COM1 Menu Enter this menu to define communication parameters. Reset: no, yes Baud Rate: 300…9600…19200 7 even, 7 odd, 7 none, 8 none Parity: 1, 2 Stop bit: none, On-Off Handshake: Alternate command: Print (A…P…Z), Tare (A…T…Z), Zero (A…Z) End COM: Exit menu Note: The COM2 menu is only displayed if a second interface is installed.
EN-22 Valor™ 7000 Series Alternate command [Alt.CmM] Define command character for the Print, Tare and Zero commands Print Set the alternate command character for Print A to Z. Tare Set the alternate command character for Tare A to Z. Zero Set the alternate command character for Zero.
Valor™ 7000 Series EN-23 Lock Mode [l.mMod] Set the status. = Mode menu is not locked = Mode menu is locked Lock Unit [l.Unit] Set the status. = Unit menu is not locked = Unit menu is locked Lock Print Set the status.
EN-24 Valor™ 7000 Series 4.11 Additional Features To use this feature, remove AC power from the scale and remove the protective cover for the weigh below opening. Install a suitable hook into the access hole at the bottom of the scale as shown.
EN-26 Valor™ 7000 Series 5. LEGAL FOR TRADE When the scale is used in trade or a legally controlled application it must be set up, verified and sealed in accordance with local weights and measures regulations. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure that all pertinent legal requirements are met.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-27 5.4 Audit Trail Seal (USA only) For jurisdictions that use the audit trail method, the local weights and measures official or authorized service agent must record the current configuration and calibration event counter values at the time of sealing. These values will be compared to values found during a future inspection.
6.2 Troubleshooting Table 6-1 lists common problems and possible causes and remedies. If the problem persists, contact OHAUS or your authorized dealer. TABLE 6-1 Symptom Possible Cause...
OHAUS service agent. For service assistance or technical support in the United States call toll-free 1-800-526-0659 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST. An OHAUS product service specialist will be available to provide assistance. Outside the USA, please visit our web site, www.ohaus.com to locate the OHAUS office nearest you.
EN-30 Valor™ 7000 Series 7. TECHNICAL DATA The technical data is valid under the following ambient conditions: Operating temperature: -10°C to 40°C Relative humidity: 20% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing Height above sea level: Up to 2000 m Power: AC power 100-240V 50/60 Hz, internal rechargeable sealed lead-acid battery EMC: See Declaration of Conformity Pollution degree: 2 Installation category: II...
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-31 7.2 Drawings 117 mm / 311 mm / 12.2 in 4.6 in 327 mm / 12.9 in Figure 7-1. Dimensions...
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EN-32 Valor™ 7000 Series 7.3 Communication The scale is equipped with an RS232 interface (COM1) located under the Options Cover. Connecting the scale to a computer enables you to operate the scale from the computer, as well as receive data such as displayed weight. 7.3.1 Interface Commands Communicate to the scale using the command characters listed in Table 7-2 below.
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Valor™ 7000 Series EN-33 7.4 Printouts The following sample print outs are generated by the Print button, “P” Command or alternate print command. The content of the printout is defined in the Print Content menu item. A maximum of 24 characters can be printed on each line. Weigh Mode Printout Description Comment...
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This product conforms to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and the Non-Automatic Weighing Instrument Directive 2009/23/EC. The Declaration of Conformity is available online at europe.ohaus.com/europe/en/home/support/compliance.aspx. AS/NZS CISPR 11 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04, UL Std. No. 61010-1 NSF/ANSI 169–2009...
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ISO 9001 Registration In 1994, OHAUS Corporation, USA, was awarded a certificate of registration to ISO 9001 by Bureau Veritus Quality International (BVQI), confirming that the OHAUS quality management system is compliant with the ISO 9001 standard‟s requirements. On June 21, 2012, OHAUS...
OHAUS. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse, exposed to radioactive or corrosive materials, has foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product, or as a result of service or modification by other than OHAUS.