Brecknell PS150 PS Slimline Portable Bench Scale Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- Brecknell
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Brecknell PS150 PS Slimline Portable Bench Scale
Product Information
The PS150 Slimline and PS400 Slimline are digital receiving scales. The PS150 Slimline has a capacity of 150lb (70kg) and the PS400 Slimline has a capacity of 400lb (180kg). Both scales can be powered by (4) AA batteries or by using the provided power supply. The scales are equipped with a movable display that can be placed on the work surface or mounted to the wall.
Specifications:
- Capacity (LB): PS150 Slimline = 150lb x 0.1lb / PS400 Slimline = 400lb x 0.2lb
- Capacity (KG): PS150 Slimline = 70kg x 0.1kg / PS400 Slimline = 180kg x 0.2kg
- Power Source: 4 AA batteries with automatic shutoff
- LCD Display: 1” digit size displays weight
Description of Parts:
The scale consists of the following parts:
- Indicator
- Battery compartment
- Movable display
Product Usage Instructions
Installation:
- Remove the scale and indicator from the box.
- Connect the power supply to the side of the indicator or install batteries. (Refer to section 1.4 for battery installation instructions)
Battery Installation:
- Turn the indicator over to expose the battery compartment.
- Remove the battery compartment door and insert batteries into the compartment, observing correct polarity.
- Replace the compartment door.
Auto Shutoff Feature:
The scale has an auto shutoff feature to conserve battery life. To disable or enable this feature:
- With the scale off, press and hold the UNIT button.
- Press and hold ON while holding the UNIT button down.
- The display will show 8888 and then A_of will appear, indicating that the auto-off feature is deactivated. Release the buttons.
- To make the auto-off active again, repeat steps 1 and 2, and A_on will appear. The auto-off is now enabled.
Mounting the Indicator:
- Mount the bracket to the wall using appropriate screws and anchors for the surface being mounted to.
- Slide the indicator onto the mounted bracket using the grooves in the rear of the indicator.
Routine Maintenance:
It is important to routinely check the scale for proper operation and calibration. The frequency of calibration required will depend on the application and usage of the scale. Always turn off the scale and disconnect it from the power supply before performing any routine maintenance to avoid electric shock.
Sharp Objects:
Do not use sharp objects such as screwdrivers or long fingernails to operate the keys on the scale.
Cleaning the Indicator:
Follow these DOs and DON’Ts when cleaning the indicator:
| DO | DO NOT |
|---|
Wipe down the outside of the indicator with a clean cloth,
moistened with water and a small amount of mild detergent| Attempt to clean
the inside of the indicator
Spray the cloth when using a proprietary cleaning fluid| Use harsh abrasives,
solvents, scouring cleaners, or alkaline
cleaning solutions
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General Information and Warnings
The PS150 Slimline is a 150lb Digital Receiving Scale. The PS400 Slimline is a 400lb Digital Receiving Scale. Both units can be powered with (4) AA batteries or by using the provided power supply that plugs into the side of the indicator. The scale is equipped with a movable display that can be placed on the work surface or mounted to the wall.
Specifications
| Capacity (LB): | PS150 Slimline = 150lb x 0.1lb / 70kg x 0.05kg |
|---|
PS400 Slimline = 400lb x 0.2lb / 180kg x 0.1kg
Capacity (KG):| PS150 Slimline = 70kg x 0.1kg
PS400 Slimline = 180kg x 0.2kg
Power Source:| 4 AA batteries with automatic shutoff
LCD Display| 1” digit size displays weight
Description of Parts
Installation
- Remove the scale and indicator from the box.
- Connect the power supply to the side of the indicator or install batteries. Refer to section 1.4 for information on installing batteries.
Battery Installation
The Digital Receiving Scale operates with (4) “AA” batteries (Alkaline
preferred). The battery compartment is located on the underside of the
indicator portion of the scale.
- Turn the indicator over to expose the battery compartment.
- Remove battery compartment door and insert batteries into compartment. Make certain to observe the correct polarity.
- Replace compartment door.
Auto Shutoff Feature
This feature makes the scale shut off after 5 minutes of non-use to conserve battery life. You can disable this feature so the scale will operate continuously.
- With the scale off, press and hold the UNIT button.
- Press and hold ON, while holding the UNIT button down.
- The display will show “8888 ” and then “A_of ” will appear. The auto-off feature is now de-activated. Release the buttons.
- To make the auto-off active again, repeat steps 1 and 2 and “A_on ” will appear. The auto-off is now enabled.
Mounting the Indicator
- Mount bracket to wall using (2) screws that are appropriate anchors for the surface being mounted to.
- Using the grooves in the rear of the indicator, slide indicator onto mounted bracket.
Routine Maintenance
IMPORTANT : This equipment must be routinely checked for proper operation
and calibration.
Application and usage will determine the frequency of calibration required for
safe operation.
Always turn off the machine and isolate from the power supply before starting
any routine maintenance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Sharp Objects
Do not use sharp objects such as screwdrivers or long fingernails to operate the keys.
Cleaning the Indicator
| DO | DO NOT |
|---|
Wipe down the outside of standard products
with a clean cloth, moistened with water and a small amount of mild detergent
| Attempt to clean the inside of the indicator
Use harsh abrasives, solvents, scouring cleaners or alkaline cleaning
solutions
Spray the cloth when using a proprietary cleaning fluid| Spray any liquid
directly on to the display window
General Operation
Display and Function
Keypad
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Tare Button
When pressed one time, the scale will tare (zero out) the load on the platform. -
Unit Button
Press to change between the following units of measure: kg, lb, lb-oz. -
ON/OFF Button
Press to turn the scale “ON” or “OFF”.
By default, the scale turns off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.
Functions
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Power on
To turn the scale on, press the ON/OFF button. The display will turn on and automatically zero the weight. This indicates that the scale is ready for use. -
Weighing
If the scale does not show zeros, verify that nothing is on the scale and press TARE to zero the scale. -
When the display shows “0” it is ready to weigh an object.
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Place the item to be weighed on the scale base.
The weight appears on the indicator. -
Tare Operation
When weighing an item in a box or container, use the TARE function to zero out the weight of the container. -
Place the box or container on the platform.
-
Press TARE.
The display will show “0”. -
Place the item to be weighed in the container.
The weight on the display is the weight of the item and does not include the box or container.
Calibrating the Scale
The PS150/400 Slimline can be calibrated using either kilograms or pounds, depending on the unit of measure you will be using the scale in. Before beginning the calibration procedure, be sure to have the necessary weights available.
| Calibration in kilograms | Calibration in pounds |
|---|---|
| 10 kg | 20 lb |
| 20 kg | 50 lb |
| 30 kg | 100 lb |
| 75 kg | 150 lb |
| 100 kg | 200 lb |
| 150 kg | 300 lb |
| 200 kg | 400 lb |
For calibration, the following weights are allowed:
Values in bold italics (above) are for the PS400 Slimline, only.
- With the scale on and the display showing zeros, press and hold the UNIT key until the maximum capacity of the scale is displayed. The display will also indicate which unit of measure (lb or kg).
- Press the UNIT key again to display the units of measure for calibration
- Press the TARE key to change the calibration unit of measure if necessary
- Press the UNIT key to accept the calibration unit.
- The calibration span weight is displayed.
- Press TARE to change the calibration span weight. Available span weights are shown below.
Calibration in kilograms| Calibration in pounds
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10 kg| 20 lb
20 kg| 50 lb
30 kg| 100 lb
75 kg| 150 lb
100 kg| 200 lb
150 kg| 300 lb
200 kg| 400 lb
Values in bold italics (above) are for the PS400 Slimline, only.
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With the correct span weight displayed, press UNIT to accept.
The display flashes. -
Place the calibration weight on the scale and press UNIT to accept.
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The display flashes showing either PASS or FAIL
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If FAIL is displayed, repeat the calibration process
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