RICE LAKE Versa-portion RLP-S Multi-Purpose Bench Scale Instruction Manual

RICE LAKE Versa-portion RLP-S Multi-Purpose Bench Scale

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Revision History

This section tracks and describes manual revisions for awareness of major updates.

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Introduction

Manuals are available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems at www.ricelake.com/manuals
Warranty information is available at www.ricelake.com/warranties

CAUTION: Procedures that require working inside the scale base are to be performed by qualified service personnel only. The Versa-portion RLP-S/SM is a multi-purpose bench scale that offers practical solutions for a full range of applications. Itsinternal resolution of 1/90,000 gives you maximum precision and accuracy. Its backlit LCD display enables operators to easily see weights. When portability is required, choose the optional rechargeable battery for over 60 hours of continuous usage. The Versa-portion RLP-S/SM is designed to reliably operate in many environments and withstand transport from one area of the plant to another or from one business to the next.

Front Panel

Table 1-1 lists the indications and front-panel buttons available on the Versa-portion RLP-S/SM

*(not available in Versa-portion RLP-SM)

| On when the weight display is in pounds

*(not available in Versa-portion RLP-SM)

| On when the weight display is in grams

*(Versa-portion RLP-SM value is kg, display is in kilograms)

| On when the zero point is adjusted and the weight is stable

| On when tare subtraction is performed
| On (blinking) when the battery is weak and needs to be recharged
Front-Panel Button| Description
 | Resets the weight display to zero
 | Sets or clears the tare value
 | Turns the display on/off
 | Changes measurement units between lb, oz, g, kg (not available in Versa- portion RLP-SM)

Table 1-1. Versa-portion RLP-S/SM Indications and Front-Panel Buttons

Operation

On/Off

1. Press the POWER key. The display will blink 8.8.8.8.8.8. and show 0.000 when ready to weigh.

Tare
Tare values can be used for up to half of scale capacity.
Performing a Tare

1. Place the item to be tared (typically a container) on the platter.
2. Press the TARE key.
3. The display will show 0.000 with the tared item on the platter.

Removing a Stored Tare

1. Remove the tared item from the platter.
2. Press the TARE key.
3. The display will show 0.000.

Automatic Shut-Off Timer
The Versa-portion RLP-S/SM has a built-in automatic shut-off timer. This timer can be set to turn the unit off after three minutes of inactivity or 10 minutes of inactivity.

Setting the Timer for Three Minutes

1. If the unit is powered on, press the POWER key until it shuts down.

2. With the unit powered off, press and hold the POWER key for three seconds.
   The display will show 3.

3. Release the POWER key. The timer is now set to turn the unit off after three minutes of inactivity.

Setting the Timer for 10 Minutes

1. If the unit is powered on, press the POWER key until it powers off.

2. With the unit powered off, press and hold the POWER key for six seconds.
   The display will show 3 after a period of three seconds. It will show 10 after six seconds.

3. Once the display shows 10, release the POWER key. The timer is now set to turn the unit off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

Disabling the Timer

1. If the unit is powered on, press the POWER key until it shuts down.

2. With the unit powered off, press and hold the POWER key for nine seconds.
   The display will show 3 after a period of three seconds and 6 after six seconds. It will show 999 after nine seconds.

3. Once the display shows 999, release the POWER key. The timer is now disabled.

Display Brightness

The Versa-portion RLP-S/SM display brightness can be set to one of three levels.

Changing the brightness setting

1. Hold the ZERO key and press TARE three times.
2. Press the ZERO key to increase the dimmer level and the POWER button to decrease the dimmer level.
3. The display will show 1, 2, 3 or 4 depending on which dimmer level is being displayed.
4. Press the TARE key to save the setting and return to weigh mode.

Default Primary Unit
The Units button cycles through g, lb, and oz. (Versa-portion RPL-SM is only available in kg)

Setting the Default Primary Unit

1. Hold the ZERO key and press the UNITS key three times.
2. Press the POWER key to cycle through available units.
3. When the desired default unit is displayed, press the TARE key to save the setting and return to weigh mode.

G, lb and oz Conversion
(Not available in Versa-portion RLP-SM) G, lb and oz conversion is available only when SPEC08=011 (see Section 3.4 on page 9).

1. Switch between units by pressing the UNITS key.
   NOTE: (G) is the abbreviation for gross. (g) is the abbreviation for grams.

Calibration

To enter calibration mode, remove the screw on the bottom of the scale as shown in Figure 3-1. Use a small tool to press the span setup switch located under the screw. Setup will time out to verify the switch is set to the ON position. Then, perform a span switch state check (see Section 3.1).

IMPORTANT: Pressure can build up in the scale during shipment causing an error message to display. Release built up pressure by locating the bleeder screw (see Figure 3-1) and unscrewing 7 full turns. Leave unscrewed while scale is in use.

Software Version and Span State Check

1. With the unit in weigh mode, press and hold the ZERO key.
2. With the ZERO key held, press and release the POWER key three times.
3. The display will show the software version for two seconds, then show the current span switch state (S-ON or S-OFF).
   After three seconds, the unit will return to weigh mode.

Performing a Calibration
The Versa-portion RLP-S/SM must be calibrated in grams or kilograms, and SPEC 01 and 02 must be set for the gram value (or
kg in the SM version). See Section 3.4 on page 9.

1. With the unit in weigh mode, press and hold the ZERO key.

2. With the ZERO key held, press and release the POWER key twice, then press and release the TARE key.
   The display will show CAL00.
   NOTE: To exit calibration at any time, press the TARE key.

3. Ensure there is no weight on the platter, then press the ZERO key to calibrate the zero point.
   The display will show dashes, then CALSP.

4. Place the scale’s full capacity weight on the platter and press the ZERO key to calibrate span.
   The display will show dashes, then the weight value.
   NOTE: Calibration weight is full grams capacity. Full capacity values are as follows: RLP-6S = 3000 g (3 kg);
   RLP-15S = 6000 g (6 kg); RLP-30S = 15000 g (15 kg); RLP-60S = 30000 g (30 kg).

5. The scale will return to weigh mode automatically. Power down the unit.

6. Calibration is complete.

Enclosure Security
After an NTEP inspector has examined the unit, security cables are installed through three bolts on the underside of the scale. These cables prevent the unit from being tampered with by an unauthorized individual. If the cable is removed, NTEPcertification will become void.

Setting the SPEC Value
The SPEC value is used to specify decimal point position, minimum display, net/gross multi-interval, resolution, weight single or multi-interval, decimal point figure, negative weight display mask, IR mode protection (SPAN switch must be turned on to allow calibration), start range (amount of weight that can be on the scale when it is turned on), re-zero range, manual tare cancellation, tare subtraction, tare accumulation, auto tare, weight reset, tare auto clear, zero tracking, re-zero, and the UNIT key function. See Table 3-1

1. Press the setup switch (see Figure 3-1 on page 8).

2. With the unit in weigh mode, press and hold the ZERO key.

3. With the ZERO key held, press and release the TARE key, then press and release the POWER key twice.
   The SPEC number is displayed.

4. To increment the SPEC setting value, press the POWER key. Refer to Table 3-1.

5. Press the ZERO key to save data and increase the SPEC count.

6. Press the ZERO key to advance to the next SPEC.

7. Press the TARE key to store SPECs and return to weigh mode

001 – 2nd digit (0.0)

010 – 3rd digit (0.00)

011 – 4th digit (0.000)

100 – 5th digit (0.0000)

101 ~ 111 – Not used

01| Minimum display 00 – 1

01 – 2

10 – 5

11 – 10

| Net/gross multi-interval 0 – Gross

1 – Net

01 – 1/3000

10 – 1/6000

11 – 1/7500

| Weight single interval or multi-interval 0 – Single interval
03| Decimal point figure for numeral 0 – Period

1 – Comma

| Negative weight display mask 0 – Minus gross > 9e

1 – Minus gross weight

| IR (inter resolution) mode protected by SPAN SW (SPAN switch must be turned on for calibration)

0  – No

1  – Yes

04| Start range (amount of weight that can be on the scale when it is turned on; if there is more weight than allowed, the display will show all 8s)

00 – ±10% F.S. 10 – ±3%F.S.

01 – ±5% F.S.                            11 – ±2%F.S.

| Re-zero range 0 – ±2% F.S.

1 – ±3% F.S.

05

Not NTEP Approved

| Manual tare cancellation 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Tare subtraction 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Tare accumulation 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

06| Auto tare clear when rezero 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Weight reset when tare 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Tare auto clear

(Greater or equal to Gross 21e and greater or equal toNet 5e)

0  – Allow

1  – Prohibit

07| Zero tracking when Tare 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Re-zero function 0 – Allow

1 – Prohibit

| Additional zero for weight when only fixed zeros are displayed (V1.02 and above)

0 – Allow (NTEP) 1 – Prohibit

08| Unit key (Not used on Versa-portion RLP-SM) 000 – No

001 – For g and lb conversion 010 – Not used

011 – G, lb and oz 100 – 111 Not used

Internal Count and A/D Count Display

1. With the unit in weigh mode, press and hold the ZERO key.

2. With the ZERO key held, press and release the TARE key twice, then press and release the POWER key.
   The display will show ,,,,,0, .

3. Press the POWER key to display the A/D count.

4. To return to weigh mode, press the TARE key.

NOTE: (G) is the abbreviation for gross. (g) is the abbreviation for grams

Appendix

DC Battery Pack
Battery Pack Replacement/Installation
An optional DC battery pack (PN 108516) for the Versa-portion RLP-S/SM is available and can be purchased from RLWS to ship with the scale or retrofit in the field. The rechargeable 6V 5.0 AH battery pack allows for up to 60 hours of scale use without an AC power supply (with display set to Dimmer Level 2). It is located in the bottom of the scale base. Use the following procedure to install or replace the battery pack.

1. Unplug the scale from power source.

2. Place scale on its left side
   CAUTION: Do not turn the scale upside down. Always work with the scale on its side. Damage to the load cell can occur if the scale is turned upside down.

3. Unscrew the Phillips-head screws holding the battery compartment door closed.

4. Unscrew the two screws holding on the battery holding bracket and remove the bracket.

5. If you are removing a battery previously installed, remove the battery from its compartment, then disconnect the black
   (-) and red (+) electrical leads from the battery. If you are installing a new battery, go to step 6.

6. Attach the red lead to the positive (+) terminal of the new DC battery pack, and the black lead to the negative (-) terminal. Place new DC battery pack in battery compartment. Replace the battery holding bracket and fasten it with its two screws.

7. Replace the battery compartment door and fasten it with the screws removed in Step 3.

8. Put the scale back upright on its feet.

9. Press the POWER key located on the front of the scale.

Battery Charging
A fully charged battery allows for approximately 60 hours of continuous use. When the battery is low, the battery indicator light will light up. To charge the battery, plug in the AC power cord. Charge time is 8-10 hours.

Error Messages

RLWS.
E R R 03| There is a data flash program error.| Contact the scale dealer or RLWS.

Specifications

• Display: LED, six-digit
• Warranty: One-year limited

Capacity:

• Display Indicators:
• Ounces, grams, pounds, net, center of zero, battery usage
• Keyboard:
  • Rezero, Tare, On/Off, Unit
• Resolution:
• Internal: 90,000 count
• Display: 3,000
• Operating Humidity:
  • 15 to 85% RH
• Operating Temperature:
  • 14 °F to 104 °F (-10 °C to 40 °C)
• Power Consumption:
  • 18 W when using DC power, 3 W when using
  • rechargeable battery
• Battery life: 60 hours of continuous usage
• Power Source:
  • AC 117/100 V, 240/230/220 V
  • DC 12 V/1.5A, DC 6 V 5Ah optional
  • rechargeable battery
• Calibration:
  • RLP-S: Grams
• Overall Dimensions:
  • (L × W × H)
  • 11.4 × 9.9 × 5.3 in
  • (290 × 252 × 135 mm)
• Package Size:
  • (L × W × H)
  • 14.8 × 13.3 × 9.6 in
  • (377 × 337 × 245 mm)
• Platter Size:
  • 9.3 × 7.8 in
  • (237 × 198.0 mm)
• Approximate Weight:
  • 15 lb (6.3 kg)
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