DFW-DFWL-DFWPM 03 08.07 en U PDF

WEIGHT INDICATORS
DFW
DFWL
DFWPM
User manual
DFW-DFWL-DFWPM_03_08.07_EN_U
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INDEX
1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................2
2 MAIN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................3
3 SYMBOLS..........................................................................................................................................................................4
4 INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................................................4
4.1 DFW METAL OR STAINLESS STEEL VERSIONS......................................................................................................4
4.2 DFW ABS VERSION....................................................................................................................................................5
4.3 DFWLI DFWLKI VERSION........................................................................................................................................5
4.4 DFWPM VERSION.......................................................................................................................................................6
5 POWER SUPPLY & START UP ..........................................................................................................................................7
5.1 DFW, DFWL POWER SUPPLY ...................................................................................................................................7
5.2 DFWPM POWER SUPPLY ..........................................................................................................................................7
5.3 TURNING ON / OFF THE INSTRUMENT ....................................................................................................................7
6 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (5 key version) ...............................................................................................8
7 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (5 key version) .............................................................................................12
8 SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY ..................................................................................................................................14
9 BASIC FUNCTIONS ..........................................................................................................................................................16
9.1 ZERO SCALE.............................................................................................................................................................16
9.2 TARE OPERATIONS .................................................................................................................................................16
9.3 LIMITATION OF THE TARE FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................17
9.4 AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION ...............................................................................................................................17
9.5 LOW BATTERY WARNING .......................................................................................................................................18
9.6 "TILT" DEVICE ...........................................................................................................................................................18
9.7 MULTI RANGE FUNCTIONING (for legal for trade approved instruments) ...............................................................18
9.8 REMOTE CONTROL (OPTIONAL) ............................................................................................................................19
9.9 DATE/TIME ADJUSTMENT (OPTIONAL OR INCLUDED DEPENDING ON THE MODEL)......................................19
9.10 SCREEN SAVER FUNCTION (OPTIONAL OR INCLUDED DEPENDING ON THE MODEL) ..............................20
9.11 PRINTING ................................................................................................................................................................20
9.12 REENABLING THE PRINTOUTS AND THE INDICATOR FUNCTIONS .................................................................21
9.13 DISPLAY OF METRIC DATA (inFO)........................................................................................................................21
10 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF THE 17-KEY INDICATOR ...........................................................................................22
10.1 STORED TARE MEMORY VALUES........................................................................................................................22
10.2 ENTERING THE IDENTIFICATION CODE ..............................................................................................................22
10.3 KEYBOARD LOCK...................................................................................................................................................22
10.4 REPETITION OF THE LAST PRINTOUT MADE .....................................................................................................23
11. SELECTABLE OPERATING MODES ..........................................................................................................................23
11.1 UNIT OF MEASURE/POUNDS CONVERSION (Std) ..............................................................................................24
11.2 NET/GROSS SWITCH (ntgS) ..................................................................................................................................24
11.3 SET POINT ON THE GROSS WEIGHT (StPG).......................................................................................................24
11.4 SET POINT ON THE NET WEIGHT (StPn) .............................................................................................................25
11.5 INPUT/OUTPUT (in out)...........................................................................................................................................25
11.6 SINGLE - MULTISCALE REPEATER (MAStr) .........................................................................................................26
11.7 ALIBI MEMORY (ALibi) (OPTIONAL).......................................................................................................................28
11.8 +/- TOLERANCE CHECK (ChECK) .........................................................................................................................31
11.9 SAMPLE WEIGHT PERCENTAGE (3.PErC.) ..........................................................................................................32
11.10 DISPLAY WITH SENSITIVITY X 10 (VISS) ...........................................................................................................33
11.11 HOLD: FREEZING THE WEIGHT ON THE DISPLAY (HLd)..................................................................................33
11.12 WEIGHT PEAKS DETECTION (PEaK) .................................................................................................................33
11.13 HORIZONTAL TOTALIZER (Sum of lots) (tot 0) ....................................................................................................33
11.14 VERTICAL TOTALIZER (Sum by recipe) (tot S) ....................................................................................................35
11.15 PIECE COUNTING (COUn) ...................................................................................................................................35
12 INDICATOR CONNECTED TO PRINTER, FUNCTIONING BY BATTERY.....................................................................37
13 INSTRUMENT MESSAGES WHILE IN USE ...................................................................................................................38
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .....................................................................................................................................39
WARRANTY .........................................................................................................................................................................39
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1. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this manual is to help the user get to know the weight indicators various functioning modes, the keys
functions and the display indications. It is possible that one may incur into the phrase TECH.MAN.REF.: this means that
an advanced function is being described (therefore, for the technical personnel) and which is further explained in the
corresponding technical manual.
We advise to carefully follow the instructions for programming the weight indicator; by taking actions not
indicated this manual, one could cause the scale to not work properly.
In addition to having all the characteristics of a high precision scale, the indicator has the unit of measure / pounds
conversion function, the gross weight / net weight conversion, set point on gross weight or net weight, in/out weigh, single-
multiscale repeater, alibi memory, +/- tolerance check, sample weight percentage, freezing the weight on the display, peak
detector, weighs totaliser and piece counter.
The indicator adapts itself to normal weighing applications in either industrial settings, such as during factory production
processes, or that of commerce, such as legal for trade applications, also satisfying the frequently needed ability to transmit
and print the data through its two bidirectional serial ports.
This manual has been made as carefully and exactly as possible; in any case, your suggestions are always
welcome.
WARNING
Any attempt to repair or alter the unit can expose the user to the danger of electric shock and it will void our warranty. This
instrument is covered under warranty provided that IT HAS NOT BEEN OPENED BY THE USER for any reason. If any
problem with the unit or system has been experienced please notify the manufacturer or the dealer from which the
instrument was acquired.
Do not pour liquids on the indicator!

Do not use solvents to clean the indicator!
Do not expose instrument to either direct sun light or any heat sources!
Always mount the indicator and platform in a vibration free setting!
Read carefully & apply what described in the POWER SUPPLY & START-UP section!
Do not install in an environment with any risk of explosion!
All the connections of the indicator have to be made respecting the rules applicable in the zone
and in the installing environment
Everything not expressly described in this manual has to be considered as improper use of the
equipment.
The crossed-out wheeled bin on the product means that at the product end of life, it must be taken to
separate collection or to the reseller when a new equivalent type of equipment is purchased. The
adequate differentiated refuse collection in having the product recycled, helps to avoid possible
negative effects on the environment and health and supports the recycling of the materials of which the
equipment is made. The unlawful disposal of the product by the user will entail fines foreseen by the
current regulations.
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2. MAIN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

POWER SUPPLY DFW: 12Vdc trough 110-240 Vac 50-60Hz adapter, or rechargeable battery (6 V
4,5 Ah) (depending on the model).
DFWPM: 4 AA batteries or trough PC with standard USB connector.
DFWLI - DFWLKI: 12Vdc trough 110-240 Vac 50-60Hz adapter.
MAXIMUM POWER 5 VA
OPERATING TEMPERATURE From -10 to +40 C (14 to 104 F) (with even temperature).
DISPLAYED DIVISIONS 10000e, 3X3000e for legal for trade use expandable to 800.000 for internal use
(with minimum signal coming from the 1,6mV/V cell).
MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL 6 mV/V.

MINIMUM VOLTAGE PER DIVISION 0.3 mV (approved instrument); 0.03 mV (non approved instrument).
RESOLUTION IN CALCULATION 1'500'000 points (with signal in input equal to 3mV/V).
KEYBOARD DFW: water resistant polycarbonate membrane keys with tactile and acoustic
feedback.
DFWL, DFWPM: water resistant polycarbonate mechanic keys with tactile and
acoustic feedback.
TARE FUNCTION Available on the entire capacity.
AUTO POWER OFF Programmable from 1 to 255 minutes, or disinserted.
LOW BATTERY WARNING Low Batt will appear on the display
BATTERY RECHARGE TIME 12 hours.
LOAD CELL POWER SUPPLY 5Vdc 5%, 120Ma (max 8 cells of 350 Ohms)
LOAD CELL CONNECTIONS 6 wires (CELL1) with Remote Sense , 4 wires (CELL 2, 3, 4) without Remote
Sense.
I/O SECTION DFW:
- 1 RS232/TTL input/output configurable for connection to PC/PLC or WEIGHT
REPEATER.
- 1 RS232 input/output for connection to printer.
DFWL:
- 1 RS232/TTL input/output
- 1 RS232/input/output
Configurable for connection to PC/PLC, WEIGHT REPEATER or PRINTER.
DFWPM:
- 868Mhz integrated radio modem for communication with the scale.
- USB port (DFWPMUSB model)
CLOCK DFW: optional, with battery.

DFWL, DFWPM: internal fitted (date and time stored for 5 minutes in case of
power supply disconnection or batteries replacing).
THE PARTS OF THE INSTRUMENT CONTAINING DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL TENSION ARE ISOLATED AND
INACCESSIBLE TO THE USER UNLESS IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED, OPENED, OR ALTERED.
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3 SYMBOLS
To call the attention of the user, the following symbols are used both in the manual and on the instrument itself:
WARNING! This operation must be performed only by qualified personal.
Conforms to the standards of the European Union.
Identifies the Class Of Precision defined by the OIML to represent 3000 divisions
TECH.MAN.REF.means that an advanced function is being described (therefore for the technical personnel) which
will be further explained in the corresponding technical manual.
4 INSTALLATION
Depending on the model, the digital weight indicator can have a stainless steel case, or in ABS whose external dimensions
are represented in FIGURES.
While it is quite easy to operate on a tabletop, if a fixed support is desired, mounting on a rack, shelf or column is relatively
simple.
NOTE: When the identification plate is supplied separately (therefore not attached to the front panel) it is advisable
to attach it in the appropriate space on the indicator, so that it can be identified.
4.1 DFW METAL OR STAINLESS STEEL VERSIONS
1 Power supply input
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4.2 DFW ABS VERSION

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4.3 DFWLI DFWLKI VERSION
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4.4 DFWPM VERSION
1 2
1 USB input (with PC 5V power supply input)

2 Battery box FOR 4 AA batteries.
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5 POWER SUPPLY & START UP

5.1 DFW, DFWL POWER SUPPLY
The instrument can be powered with a 12 Vdc tension supplied from an AC/DC external or internal adapter (depending on
the model) which should be connected to the 110-240 Vac mains voltage. Safety norms must be respected for the
connection to the mains voltage including the use of a line which has to be free from noise generated by other electronic
equipment.
It is also possible to power through a rechargeable built-in battery depending on the instrument model.
NOTE: With the 6V rechargeable battery option it is advisable to completely recharge it (12 hours) in the first
installation of the instrument; we RECOMMEND disconnecting the battery if the instrument is not going to be used
for more than 30 days.
6V RECHARGEABLE BATTERY FEATURES

Material Lead
Power 4,5 Ah
Output 6 V
THE BATTERY MUST ONLY BE REPLACED WITH AN ORIGINAL FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
In order TO POWER the instrument through the 110-240Vac mains or TO RECHARGE the 6V battery:
EXTERNAL power adapter:insert the plug end of the AC/DC power adapter into the socket or terminal board in the
back of the instrument (chapter 4 INSTALLATION) and the adapter in your main current source.
INTERNAL power adapter: insert the power supply cable in your main current source.
If the instrument has been powered correctly, the power-on led on the front panel turns on.
Do not connect other equipment to the same socket as the one that the adapter is in.
Do not step on or crush the power supply cable
5.2 DFWPM POWER SUPPLY

The instrument can be powered with 4 AA rechargeable or non rechargeable batteries which are in the extractable battery
box.
It is also possible to power the indicator with a 5 Vdc tension supplied by the USB port connected to the PC (depending on
the indicator model)
NOTE: if the AA rechargeable batteries are used (not supplied), the recharge MUST be made separately using the
proper battery charger (not supplied).
TO INSERT OR REMOVE the AA batteries, pull out the battery box which is found on the upper side of the instrument
(chapter 4 INSTALLATION), remove the dead batteries and insert the new ones according to the shown polarity, then
insert the battery box again.
TO POWER the instrument using USB-PC port, connect the USB port placed on the upper side of the instrument to the PC
USB port through a standard USB cable.
5.3 TURNING ON / OFF THE INSTRUMENT

TO TURN ON the instrument press the C key until the indicator turns on; then release.
The display shows:
XX.YY is the installed software version.
bt XXX in which XXX is a number from 0 to 100 which indicates the battery level (if present).
The indicator has an auto zero at start-up function: in other words it means that if at start-up a weight within +/- 10% of the
capacity is detected, it will be zeroed; if the weight is not within this tolerance, with a non approved instrument the display
shows the present weight after a few instants, while with an approved instrument ZerO is shown continuously on the
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display, until the weight does not re-enter within this tolerance; the auto zero function at start-up may be disabled in the set-
up environment (only with non approved instrument); see SEtuP >> ConFiG >> Param. >> Auto-0 parameter
(TECH.MAN.REF.).
By pressing the ZERO key for an instant while the version is shown in the LED display, the indicator will show the following
in this order:
CLoCK if date and time is detected .
02.01 in which 02 indicates the instrument type, 01 indicates the metrological software version.
XX.YY.ZZ is the installed software version.
DFW06 is the name of the installed software.
bt XXX in which XXX is a number from 0 to 100 which indicates the battery level (if present).
-K- X.YY in which K identifies the type of keyboard: K=0 5-key keyboard, K=1 17-key keyboard.
X.YY is the installed software version.
After this, it shows the programmed capacity and the minimum division, hi rES (in case of NOT approved instrument) or
LEGAL (in case of approved instrument), the g gravity value, and finally it executes a countdown (self-check).
TO TURN OFF the instrument keep the C key pressed until the - OFF message appears on the display; then release
the key.
6 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (5 key version)

The front panel of the indicator is designed for quick but simple weighing applications. It consists of a display with 6 digits,
25 mm in height, 7 LED indicators (depending on the model), and a 5 key water-proof film keyboard.
If the indicator has an LCD display, while weighing various multifunction symbols indicating the functioning status will turn
on (see section 8 SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY).
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DFW LCD DISPLAY VERSION
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3 4 5 6 7 8
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DFW LED DISPLAY VERSION
DFWLI
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DFWPM
1 Indicates the presence of power supply.
2 Sensor for the reception of the remote control signal.
3 Indicates that the weight detected by the weighing system is close to zero, within of the division.
4 Indicates that the weight is unstable.
5 Indicates that the displayed value is a net weight.
6 Indicates the unit of measure in use and that one is in the first weighing range.
7 Indicates the unit of measure in use and that one is in the second weighing range.
8 Indicates that a specific function of the indicator is active.
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SCALE KEY FUNCTION
- Zeros the displayed gross weight, if it is within +/- 2% of the total capacity.
- Cancels the negative tare value.
- When entering numbers it decreases the digit to be modified.
- If pressed for an instant it carries out the semiautomatic tare.

- If pressed at length it allows entering the manual tare from keyboard.
- In the numeric input phase it increases the digit to be modified.
- It carries out a specific function of the operating mode set in the set-up environment.
- In the numeric input phase it selects the digit to be modified, from left to right.
- In the numeric input phase, it confirms the entry made.
- In the SET-UP, it allows to enter a step or to confirm a parameter within a step.
- It transmits the data from the serial port dedicated to the printer.
- It turns the instrument on and off.

- In the numeric input phase, it quickly zeros the present value.
- In the SET-UP, it allows to exit a step without confirming the change made
In the 5-key indicator:
- Allows viewing the scales metric information: capacity, division, minimum weigh for each
configured range.
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7 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (17 KEY VERSION)

The front panel of the indicator is designed for quick but simple weighing applications. It consists of an LCD display with 6
digits 25 mm in height, 7 LED indicators (depending on the model) and a water-proof film keyboard with 17 numeric and
function keys.
If the indicator has an LCD display, while weighing various multifunction symbols indicating the functioning status will turn
on (see section 8 SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY).
DFWLKI
2
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DFWK
1 Indicates the presence of the power supply
2 Sensor for the reception of the infrared signal.

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SCALE KEY FUNCTION
- Zeros the displayed gross weight, if it is within +/- 2% of the total capacity.
- When entering numbers it decreases the digit to be modified.
- If pressed for an instant it carries out the semiautomatic tare.

- If pressed at length it allows entering the manual tare from keyboard.
- In the numeric input phase it increases the digit to be modified.
- In the numeric input phase it selects the digit to be modified, from left to right.
- In the numeric input phase, it confirms the entry made.
- In the SET-UP, it allows to enter a step or to confirm a parameter within a step.
- It transmits the data from the serial port dedicated to the printer.
- It turns the instrument on and off.

- In the numeric input phase, it quickly zeros the present value.
- In the set-up environment, it allows to exit a step without confirming the change made.
- It allows to select the desired function; see section 10 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF

THE 17-KEY INDICATOR.
- Allows to view the scales metric information: capacity, division, minimum weigh for each
configured range.
- In the numeric input phase it allows to enter the desired value.
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8 SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY

The LCD display has symbols which show the indicators functioning status; you will find the description for each symbol
below.
LCD DISPLAY
NUMBER SYMBOL FUNCTION

(1) 0 The weight detected on the weighing system is near zero, within the interval of 1/4
+1/4 of the division.
(2)
~ The weight is unstable.
(3) Steady: The time is being shown on the display, in the HH:MM:SS format
Blinking: the date/time board is not present or the date/time is no set.
(4) NET The displayed weight is a net weight.
(5) G The displayed value is a gross weight, if the Italian or English language is selected in
the print configuration.
(6) B The displayed value is a gross weight, if the German, French or Spanish language is
selected in the print configuration.
(7) Indicates the battery charge level: see section 9.5 - LOW BATTERY WARNING.
(8) MAX= When viewing the metric information, it identifies the indicated capacity range.
MIN= When viewing the metric information, it identifies the indicated minimum weigh range.
e= When viewing the metric information, it identifies the indicated division range
(9) LT The locked tare is enabled
(10) PT The manual tare is active.
(11) W1 The instrument is in the first weighing range.
W2 The instrument is in the second weighing range.
W3 The instrument is in the third weighing range.

(12) Indicate the number of the slave being displayed, when in the SINGLE-MULTISCALE
REPEATER functioning mode. In the other functioning modes scale nr. 1 is always
shown.
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(13) PCS The number of pieces is being displayed.

(14) kg Indicates the unit of measure in use(kg for kilogram, g gram).
(15) % Indicates the percentage of the weight on the scale (Sample Weight Percentile
functioning mode)
(16) t Indicates the unit of measure in use (tons).
(17) LB Indicates the unit of measure in use (pounds)
(18) - these are displayed around the digits with higher sensitivity, when viewing the
weight x 10.
(19)
* Indicates that a key has been pressed.
(20) PEAK The PEAK function is enabled.
(21) HOLD The HOLD function is enabled.
(22) SP1 The relay nr. 1 (optional) has been enabled.
SP2 The relay nr. 2 (optional) has been enabled.
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9 BASIC FUNCTIONS
9.1 ZERO SCALE

By pressing the ZERO key, it is possible to zero a gross weight value which is within +/- 2% of the capacity; after the
zeroing, the display shows 0 weight and the relative pilot lights are turned on.
9.2 TARE OPERATIONS
SEMI-AUTOMATIC TARE
By pressing the TARE key any weight value present on the display is tared: the display shows tArE for an instant and
then 0 (net weight); the pilot lights turn on.
NOTE: The semiautomatic tare will be acquire only if the weight is AT LEAST A DIVISION, STABLE (instability ~ led off)
and VALID (in other words, the OVERLOAD condition must not be created).
ENTERING THE MANUAL TARE FROM KEYBOARD

Press TARE for a few seconds: the display shows tM and then "000000". Enter the desired value using the following
keys:
ZERO decreases the blinking digit.
TARE increases the blinking digit.
MODE selects the digit to be modified (blinking); the scrolling of the digits takes place from left to right.
C if pressed for an instant it quickly zeros the present value; if pressed at length it allows to return to weighing
without saving the changes made.
NOTE: With the 17-key indicator one enters the value directly with the numeric keyboard
Confirm with the ENTER/PRINT key; the value will be subtracted from the weight present on the plate and the relative
pilot lights will turn on.
If the entered value is not a multiple of the scales minimum division, it will be rounded off.
CANCELLING A TARE
One can manually cancel the tare value in different ways:
- unload the scale and press the TARE or ZERO key.
- carry out the tares in deduction, partially unloading the scale and pressing TARE to zero the display.
- press C without unloading the scale.
- enter a manual tare equal to 0.
NOTE: it is possible to automatically cancel the tare value; see the following section.
LOCKED/UNLOCKED/DISABLED TARE SELECTION

Normally, when a tare value is entered (automatic, manual, or from storage) by unloading the scale plate, the display
shows the tare value with a negative sign (LOCKED TARE). For ones convenience it is also possible to choose that the
tare value cancels itself automatically each time that the scale is unloaded (UNLOCKED TARE); or disable the tare
functions.
With the UNLOCKED tare:
In case of SEMIAUTOMATIC TARE the net weight, before unloading the scale, may also be 0.
In case of MANUAL TARE or FROM DATABASE the net weight before unloading the scale must be greater than 2
divisions and stable.
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To set the type of tare:

- Turn on the indicator, press the TARE while the firmware version is displayed (the display shows the typE menu).
- Press ZERO many times (to scroll ahead through the parameters) or TARE (to scroll backwards) until one finds the
FModE parameter.
- Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the menu.
tArE parameter.
- Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the parameter.
- With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: LoCK (locked tare), unLoCK (unlocked tare), diSAb
(disabled tare).
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
- Press the C key many times until the display shows the message SAVE?.
Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the changes made or another key for not saving.
In the 17-key indicator, it is possible to carry out the selection also during the weighing if the tare has not been
disabled, by pressing in sequence the "F"+ "2" keys: the display shows "tA-L" = LOCKED TARE is selected; by
pressing the same keys again the display shows "tA-U" = UNLOCKED TARE is selected.
The indicator stores the last selection made, also after it is turned off.
9.3 LIMITATION OF THE TARE FUNCTIONS

With approved instrument, it is possible to limit the tare functions, selecting: SEtuP >> d.SALE >> yES (TECH.MAN.REF.)
the tare operations will have the following specifications:
SCALE CAPACITY FUNCTIONING

< 100kg All the tare functions are disabled
- The SEMIAUTOMATIC TARE value can not be modified with a
100kg manual tare or from database.
- The manual tare or from database can be entered or modified
only with an UNLOADED scale.
- Its possible to cancel the tare value only with an UNLOADED
scale
With approved instrument, the d.SALE step is not displayed.
9.4 AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION

It is possible to automatically turn off the indicator (from 1 to 255 minutes), or disable it; the auto power off takes place
when, with unloaded scale, the weight has not been moved or a key has not been pressed for the time set: the display
shows the - oFF blinking message and an acoustic signal is emitted; after this the indicator turns off.
For the setting, follow the procedures below:
- Turn on the scale, press the TARE key while the firmware version is displayed (the display shows the typE menu).
FModE parameter.
AutoFF parameter.
- With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: diSAb (auto switch-off disabled), EnAb (auto switch-off
enabled).
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT; if EnAb has been selected, one will be asked to enter the number of minutes after which
the indicator should turn off: enter a number between 1 and 255 (using the MODE key to select the digit to be modified
and ZERO/TARE to decrease/increase it) and confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
- Press many times the C key until the display shows SAVE?.
- Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the changes made or another key for not saving.
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9.5 LOW BATTERY WARNING

In DFW DFWK version, the indicator is able to recognize whether it is powered from the mains or through a battery
In DFWLI DFWLKI and DFWPM version one should set the supply mode setting the step SEtuP >> ALiM.
If the indicator has the LCD display the charge level is shown in the weighing phase by the battery symbol:
- : battery is charged.
- : battery is partially charged.
- : battery is discharged: connect the indicator to the mains for recharge the battery (if supplied) or replace it.
Furthermore, for a few seconds the "Low.bat " message appears on the display (minimum level voltage).
When recharging the battery (if supplied), the indicator shows the recharging phase below:
RECHARGING PHASE:
RECHARGE IS COMPLETED:
NOTES:
- While recharging, the instrument can be used as usual.
- The instrument automatically turns off when the voltage goes below the minimum level.
- Its possible to view the recharge percentile of the battery by pressing the ZERO key upon start-up (see section 5
POWER SUPPLY AND START-UP).
9.6 "TILT" DEVICE

The TILT is a device which inhibits the indicators weighing system and starts working when the instruments inclination is
greater than 2% for the pallet truck application or 5% for application on lift trucks.
The tilt message is shown on the display, alternate to the weight value.
The activation of the tilt alarm has a delay of about three seconds from the detection of the exceeding inclination.
See the electrical connection scheme (TECH.MAN.REF.) for the connection of the device.
9.7 MULTI RANGE FUNCTIONING (for legal for trade approved instruments)
The multi range functioning allows to subdivide the scale capacity in two or three ranges, each which is up to 3000
divisions, improving in this way the first range division in the dual range and the first two ranges in the triple range.
For example, with a 10 kg cell platform it is possible to approve the weighing system with:
- A single range: 6 kg capacity and 2 g division (3000 div.).
- Dual range: 6 / 3 kg capacity and 2/1 g division (3000 + 3000 div.).
- Triple range: 15 / 6 / 3 kg capacity and 5/2/1 g division (3000 + 3000 + 3000 div.).
NOTES:
- For the approval of the weighing system in dual and triple range the cell must have better technical features in comparison
to the cell used for the approval in a single range.
The multirange functioning is shown by the turning on of the relative LED which identifies the range in which one is
operating; by passing to the second range, the second range division is enabled; by passing to the third range, the third
range division is enabled. At this point the first range division is restored only by passing by the gross zero of the scale.
- The selection of the range number with multirange functioning is made during the indicators calibration
(TECH.MAN.REF.).
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9.8 REMOTE CONTROL (OPTIONAL)

If the model is provided for the remote control, it is possible to remotely use the functionality of the ZERO, TARE, MODE,
ENTER/PRINT keys or just the TARE key. To choose which type of functioning follow the below procedure:
- Turn on the scale; press the TARE key while the firmware version is displayed (the display shows the typE menu).
FModE parameter.
- Press ZERO many times (to scroll forwards through the parameters) or TARE (to scroll backwards) until one finds the
irConF parameter.
- With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: ir no (disabled remote control), ir 1 (all the remote control
keys function as the TARE key) or ir 4 (the remote control keys functions as ZERO, TARE, MODE and
ENTER/PRINT).
- Press the C key many times until the message SAVE? appears on the display.
- Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the changes made or another key to not save.
In the multifunction configuration, the remote control keys repeat the keys functions (both the ones obtained with a
SHORT pressing as well as those with a LONG pressing) and they correspond to the following indicator keys:
REMOTE CONTROL KEY INDICATOR KEY

ZERO ZERO
TARE TARE
F1/MODE MODE
F2/PRINT ENTER/PRINT
Furthermore, by pressing at length the ZERO key, its possible to put the instrument in stand-by; by pressing any other key
one returns to the weighing mode.
9.9 DATE/TIME ADJUSTMENT (OPTIONAL)

The indicator can be fitted with the date/time board (optional or included, depending on the model); in this case, the
CLoCK message is shown when instrument is turned on.
To set the date/time follow the procedure below:
FModE parameter.
- Press ZERO many times (to scroll forwards through the parameters) or TARE (to scroll backwards) to find the CLoCK
parameter.
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT: in this order one will be asked to enter the day, month, year, hour, and minutes. The entry
of each parameter must be confirmed with ENTER/PRINT.
- Press the C key many times until the message SAVE? appears on the display.
NOTES
- With the 17-key indicator, it is possible to programme the date and time during the weighing, pressing in sequence the
F and 8 keys.
- If the supply cable is disconnected or the battery has been replaced, the indicators supplied with a date/time board can
keep the date/time for 5 minutes
- The CLoCK parameter is displayed if there is the date/time option.
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9.10 SCREEN SAVER FUNCTION (OPTIONAL OR INCLUDED DEPENDING ON THE MODEL)

If the indicator is fitted with the date/time function (optional or included depending on the model), it is possible to enable the
Screen Saver: after a programmable time (from 1 to 255 minutes) with the scale unloaded, the time is shown on the
display, in the HH:MM:SS format and the clock symbol ( ) is enabled. As soon as a weight variation is detected, or a
key is pressed, the indicator returns to viewing the current weight.
To set the function:
FModE parameter.
- Press ZERO many times (to scroll forwards through the parameters) or TARE (to scroll backwards) to find the
SCr.SAV parameter.
- With the ZERO or TARE key select the possible options: no (disabled), YES (enabled).
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT; if one has selected YES, one is asked to enter the number of minutes after which the
indicator should show the time: enter a number between 1 and 255 (using the MODE key to select the digit to be
modified and the ZERO/TARE keys to decrease/increase it) and confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
- Press the C key many times until the display shows the message SAVE?.
NOTE: the SCr.SAV parameter is shown if there is the date/time option.
9.11 PRINTING
If a printer is connected, it is possible to print the programmed weight data, for example:
- 4 heading lines of 24 characters
- GROSS weight
- TARE weight
- NET weight
- ticket number
- date and time (optional or included depending on the model)
- a CODE 39 bar code (both with the LP542PLUS labeller as well as the TPR thermal printer).
Besides the generic printing described above, each single functioning mode will have some specific printouts, which are
described in the operating mode.
Executing printouts with NON approved scales.

In order to print with non approved scales the following conditions must exist:
- the weight must be stable;
- the gross weight must be >= 0;
- the printout is always active;
NOTE: In the totaliser mode in order to print the totalised weight the following must take place:
- the net weight must be >= of a division with normal or fast totalisation;
- the net weight must be >= of 10 divisions with automatic totalisation;
- the printing is reactivated depending on how the rEACT parameter has been set in the set-up environment: passage by
zero of the NET weight, weight instability, or always (see REENABLING OF THE PRINTOUTS AND OF THE INDICATOR
FUNCTIONS section).
Legal for Trade scale printing.
In order to be able to print with a legal for trade scale the following conditions must exist:
- the net weight must be >= the minimum weight (minimum of 20 divisions).
- the printing is reactivated depending on how the rEACT parameter has been set in the set-up environment: passage
by zero of the NET weight, weight instability, or always (see REENABLING OF THE PRINTOUTS AND OF THE
INDICATOR FUNCTIONS section).
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Notes:
- The printing is confirmed by the indication on the display of the "Print" message or -tot- in case of totalisation.
- If the printout is not reenabled the display shows the "no.0.unS" message
- With the weight unstable the display shows the "unStAb" message.
- If the gross or net weight is less than the requested minimum weight, by pressing the ENTER/PRINT key, the display
shows the LoW error message.
- If the indicator is in under load or over load status, by pressin the ENTER/PRINT key, the display shows the un.oVEr
error message.
To configure the printouts, go to the PROGRAMMING THE PRINTOUTS section in the technical manual
(TECH.MAN.REF.).
9.12 REENABLING THE PRINTOUTS AND THE INDICATOR FUNCTIONS

While using the indicator, it is possible to incur into the no.0.unS error shown on the display along with an acoustic signal;
this means that the printing or the function which one wants to carry out must be reenabled (in order to avoid unwanted
executions).
It is possible to set the reenabling in different ways: passage by zero of the net weight, weight instability or always.
Follow the procedure below:
FModE parameter.
- Press ZERO many times (to scroll forwards through the parameters) or TARE (to scroll backwards) until one finds the
rEACt parameter.
- With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: ZEro (passage by zero of the net weight), inSt (instability),
ALWAyS.
- Press the C key many times until the message SAVE? is shown on the display.
9.13 DISPLAY OF METRIC DATA (inFO)

The indicator is fitted with a function named INFO, thanks to which it is possible to view the configuration metric data:
- With the 5-key indicator keep the C key pressed until the display shows inFO, and release.
- With the 17-key indicator press the key / once.
- The capacity value of the first range will appear.

- Press the ZERO key to scroll the following data, in this order:
Capacity 1 range Minimum weigh 1 range Division 1 range
Capacity 1 range
- Press the TARE key to scroll backwards the metric data.
- Press the ENTER/PRINT or C key to return to weighing.
NOTES:
- The minimum weigh corresponds to 20 net weight divisions.
- The data of the second and third range appear only if actually configured.
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10 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF THE 17-KEY INDICATOR

10.1 STORED TARE MEMORY VALUES
Its possible to store up to 30 tare memory values, identified by the location numbers 1 to 30, which the user can recall
when needed.
To insert or modify a tare value:
- press the keys F+ 9 in sequence - the display will indicate "t nn". in which nn is the storage number to be entered.
For example, by pressing 01 and then ENTER/PRINT, the display will indicate "t00000" or any value that already
exists in the tare memory location "01."
- Insert the tare value with the numeric keyboard (with the C key one quickly zeros the entered value) and press
ENTER/PRINT.
- Repeat the sequence for the following memory positions.
If the entered value is not a multiple of the scales minimum division, it will be rounded off.
RECALLING STORED TARE VALUES

To recall a stored value:
- Press the keys F + 1 in sequence. The display will indicate "t nn" in which nn is the storage number to be entered.
- Press the keys corresponding to the desired tare value location in memory (01-30) and then ENTER/PRINT, the tare
will be enabled.
10.2 ENTERING THE IDENTIFICATION CODE

It is possible to insert 2 numerical codes of up to 10 digits in length (maximum) to use as a reference during printing:
- Press the F+ 3 keys in sequence. The display will indicate "IId n" in which n identifies the code number which one
wants to enter.
- Press 1 or 2: the display will show 00000 or the last entered value.
- Enter the code through the numeric keyboard and confirm with ENTER/PRINT or press C to exit without saving the
modifications. While entering, just the last 6 digits entered will be displayed; in any case it is possible to scroll all the digits
using the MODE key.
After its entry, the code will automatically be printed with its abbreviation (ID1 or ID2) in each printing that will be made. It is
also possible to set the automatic cancellation of the code after the printing made.
IN ANY CASE, the stored codes are cancelled when the instrument is turned off.
NOTES:
- The values between 0'000'000'001 and 9'999'999'999 are valid; by entering 0'000'000'000 the code is cancelled.
- In the TOTALIZER functioning mode, the codes will be printed only in the printing of the total.
LOCKED / UNLOCKED CODE SELECTION

Normally the code is LOCKED, in other words once it is set it remains stored (and therefore printed) until it is cancelled or
until the instrument is turned off. In any case it is possible to make it so the code is cancelled as soon as it is printed
(UNLOCKED CODE).
- Press the keys F + 4 in sequence; the display indicates "MId n.
- Press "1"; the display indicates "Id1 U" = CODE 1 UNLOCKED.
- Press the same keys again: the display indicates "Id1 L" = CODE 1 LOCKED.
- Repeat the same operations for CODE 2.
10.3 KEYBOARD LOCK

It is possible to disable the keyboard functions in order to avoid accidental pressing of the keys:
- Press in sequence the F and 0 keys: the display shows LoC.kEY for an instant (LOCKED KEYBOARD).
- If in this status a key is pressed the message "LoCkEd" is shown on the display.
- To UNLOCK the keyboard, press again the F and 0 keys: the display shows unL.kEY for an instant (UNLOCKED
KEYBOARD).
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NOTE: The keyboard may be disabled also by closing an input, if programmed, of the optional expansion board (also in the
5-key indicator): refer to the inPutS" parameter of the set-up environment (TECH.MAN.REF.); in this case however when
the keys are enabled or disabled,, the message LoCkEd does not appear on the display and upon pressing a key the
display shows LoCkin for an instant.
10.4 REPETITION OF THE LAST PRINTOUT MADE

Press in sequence the F and PRINT keys: the last printout made by the indicator will be repeated.
NOTE: By turning off the instrument, the information relative to the last printout made, will be lost; therefore this function is
not enabled until the first printout is made.
11. SELECTABLE OPERATING MODES

In DFW and DFWL version, in addition to the STANDARD weighing mode - with TARE deduction and transmission of data,
the indicator can carry out one of the following functions: UNIT OF MEASURE/POUNDS CONVERSION, NET/GROSS
SWITCH, SET POINT ON THE GROSS WEIGHT, SET POINT ON THE NET WEIGHT, IN/OUT, SINGLE - MULTISCALE
REPEATER, ALIBI MEMORY, +/- TOLERANCE CHECK, SAMPLE WEIGHT PERCENTAGE, DISPLAY WITH
SENSITIVITY X 10, FREEZING OF THE WEIGHT ON THE DISPLAY, PEAK DETECTOR, HORIZONTAL TOTALIZER,
VERTICAL TOTALIZER, PIECE COUNTING.
If using the DFWPM version in repeater mode, one should set the SINGLE MULTISCALE REPEATER functioning mode.
Each functioning mode foresees the turning on of various function pilot lights, described in detail in the sections KEYS
AND INDICATORS OF THE FRONT PANEL and SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY.
To set the operating mode, carry out the following procedures:

FModE parameter.
- Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the menu (the display shows the FunCt menu).
- With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options:
Std Unit of measure / pounds conversion
ntGS Net weight / gross weight conversion
StPG Set point on the GROSS weight
StPn Set point on the NET weight
inout Input / output weighing
MAStr Single multiscale repeater
ALibi Alibi memory
ChECK +/- Tolerance Check
PErC Sample weight percentage
UiSS Sensitivity times ten
hLd Hold
PEAK Peak detector
tot o Horizontal totalizer
tot S Vertical totalizer
Coun Counting
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT; if one has selected the inout, MAStEr, ChECK, PErC., tot o, tot S or Coun mode, one will
be asked to select one or more operating parameter; refer to the specific functioning mode section for the relative
description.
- The instrument automatically goes to the following step.
- Press many times the C key until the display shows the message SAVE?.
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NOTE: If there is a printer, once the functioning mode is selected, the relative printout is automatically enabled, depending
on the type of printer selected in the SEtuP >> SErIAL >> PrMODE (TECH.MAN.REF).
11.1 UNIT OF MEASURE/POUNDS CONVERSION (Std)

By pressing "MODE" key the weight conversion between the scale unit of measure and lb is made and vice versa.
NOTES:
- The conversion takes place for any unit of measure set during the calibration.
- With APPROVED instrument the weight in pounds is displayed for 5 seconds, after which the display goes to the scale
unit of measure. During the viewing in pounds it is not possible to print the weight (when pressing ENTER/PRINT the
message ConV is shown and an acoustic signal is emitted.
11.2 NET/GROSS SWITCH (ntgS)

If a tare is set by pressing the MODE key, for about 3 second interval, the gross weight is displayed.
NOTE: While the gross weight is being viewed it is not possible to print.
11.3 SET POINT ON THE GROSS WEIGHT (StPG)

By selecting this functioning mode, in the normal scale status, one enables the function of the relays on the GROSS weight;
with the optional boards, it is possible to use up to 4 relays.
In the outPut menu of the SET-UP environment (TECH.MAN.REF.), one sets the functioning mode for each relay used:
none, with hysteresis (enabling and disabling set point) without hysteresis (single set point).
Furthermore it is possible to set the status of the relays (normally open or normally closed), or the type of check (direct or
weight stability).
MODE WITH HYSTERESIS

One enters two SET POINTS for each relay: a DISABLING one, which, when the gross weight is lower than it, it disables
the concerned relay; and an ENABLING one, which, when the gross weight is equal or greater than it, it enables the
concerned relay.
By keeping the ENTER/PRINT key pressed for about 3 seconds one enters the DISABLING and ENABLING SET POINT
values, only for the configured relays:
- The display shows " S1 oF " (DISABLING relay 1 SET POINT): press ENTER/PRINT to enter the Step.
- Use the MODE key to choose the digit to be increased (BLINKING DIGIT), the scrolling of the digits goes from left to
right.
- Decrease or increase the value using the ZERO or TARE keys.
- When finished entering the values, confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
- The display shows " S1 on " (ENABLING relay 1 SET POINT): enter the weight value like in the preceding SET POINT
and confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
- With the C key, one quickly zeros the set point value.
- In the same way go ahead with the "Sb2.oF", Sb2.on, Sb3.oF, Sb3.on, Sb4.oF, Sb4.on (if present).
- Once finished the programming of the set points, one should exit with the C key to return to weighing.
RELAY 1 STATUS
ENABLED
DISABLED
Sb1.OF Sb1.On GROSS WEIGHT
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NOTES
- If the relay functioning mode has not been configured, the prolonged pressure of the ENTER/PRINT key has no effect.
- The DISABLING SET POINT must be equal or less than the ENABLING one;
if in the DISABLING SET POINT one enters and confirms a value greater than the ENABLING one, the instrument will
automatically set the same value in the ENABLING step and the anomaly is indicated through the ModiFY message at
the exit of the configuration MENU of the SET POINTS.
- If in the ENABLING SET POINT one enters a value lower than the DISABLING one, the instrument does not allow to
confirm.
- if one enters a set point with a number of divisions not coherent with the set minimum division it will be rounded up to
the multiple of the minimum division closest to it.
- The 0 value is valid for the enabling and the disabling set points and just the set points greater or equal to zero are
accepted.
- The check of the weight remains active on the present value even during the modification of the SET POINT, until the
new value is confirmed.
- At start-up, the relays are managed from when the weight is displayed and these take on the configuration set in the
set-up environment. These are not managed inside the technical set-up.
- The tare operations are active.
MODE WITHOUT HYSTERESIS

It is the same as the functioning mode with hysteresis, except that one enters just one SET POINT value (therefore the
enabling threshold coincides with the disabling threshold).
11.4 SET POINT ON THE NET WEIGHT (StPn)

By selecting this functioning mode, in the normal scale status, one enables the function of the relays on the NET weight; the
entry of the SET POINTS and the functioning notes are the same as the gross weight mode.
11.5 INPUT/OUTPUT (in out)

Simple display functioning mode with in / out weighing function: the indicator acquires two weight values through the
confirmation of the operator and calculates the difference, automatically printing the data (if the presence of a printer has
been configured).
Once the in/out mode has been selected, the message tyPE is shown and one is asked to select with ENTER/PRINT the
printing mode of the acquired data:
- G.t. gross/tare:
GROSS Greater weight with unit of measure
TARE Lesser weight with unit of measure.
NET Difference between GROSS and TARE with unit of measure
- 1st.2nd first weigh/second weigh:

WEIGH 2 Second weight with unit of measure.
NET Difference without sign between WEIGH 1 and WEIGH 2 with unit of measure.
- in.out input/output:
INPUT First weight with unit of measure.
OUTPUT Second weight with unit of measure.
NET Zero weight with unit of measure >> if WEIGH 1 = WEIGH 2
INPUT NET >> if WEIGH 1 > WEIGH 2

Difference without sign between INPUT and OUTPUT with unit of measure.
OUTPUT NET >> if WEIGH 1 < WEIGH 2

Difference without sign between INPUT and OUTPUT with unit of measure.
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PROCEDURE:
- With the MODE key of the 5-key indicator (or key 1 of the 17-key indicator), one acquires the first weight, on the display
is shown - - 1 - - - accompanied by a prolonged beep;
- By pressing again MODE key of the 5-key indicator (or key 1 of the 17-key indicator), one acquires the second weight,
and on the display is shown - - 2 - - - accompanied by a prolonged beep.
- NOTE: The acquisition of the second weight is made only if the setting of the rEACt parameter in the set-up
environment has been respected (passage by zero of the weight, instability, or always); see section 9.12
REENABLING OF THE PRINTOUTS AND THE INDICATOR FUNCTIONS.
- When the second weight is acquired, the data printout is commanded:
It is possible to interrupt the weighing cycle by pressing the ENTER/PRINT key (in the 5-key indicator) or C (in the 17-key
indicator) after the acquisition of the first weight: On the display the message CLEAr is shown accompanied by a
prolonged beep. Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the cancelling of the first acquired weight or another key to not confirm.
NOTES:
- The weight is acquired if:
- With a NON APPROVED scale one has a STABLE weight and GREATER than 0.
- With an APPROVED scale one has a STABLE weight and GREATER than 20 divisions.
- If the setting of the rEACt parameter in the set-up environment has been respected (passage by zero of the weight,
instability, or always); see section 9.12 REENABLING OF THE PRINTOUTS AND THE INDICATOR FUNCTIONS.
- The tare operations are DISABLED.
11.6 SINGLE - MULTISCALE REPEATER (MAStr)

The system is made up of one or more indicators (up to 4, called SLAVES), connected to one or more weighing system,
which communicate with another indicator (called MASTER) which acts as weight repeater, on which it is possible to view
(or printed if the printer is provided) the weight of each single scale or the sum of the weight detected by the single scales.
In the MASTER, by selecting with ENTER/PRINT in this operating mode, one is asked to enter the number of the SLAVES
which one wants to use: for an instant nuMSL is displayed; then, one enters the number (between 01 and 04).
In the SLAVES, instead, one needs to set a different functioning mode than the MAStr and enter a code (between 01 and
04, to identify each single SLAVE) in SEtuP >> SeriAL >> CoMPC >> PCModE >> 485 (see set-up environment,
TECH.MAN.REF.).
NOTES:
The SLAVE indicators must be of the same model as the one referred to in this manual.
In this functioning mode, the printer port may have only the transmission modes to the printer and the rEPE6 transmission
mode, see section 7.3 TRANSMISSION MODES OF THE SERIAL PORTS, TECH.MAN.REF..
FUNCTIONING
When turned on, the MASTER predisposes itself for the connection to the SLAVES present (ECo n message appears, in
which n is the SLAVE number which is to be detected): when at least one SLAVE is detected, it positions itself on the one
with the lowest 485 address.
q If the MASTER indicator has a 5-key keyboard, by pressing the MODE key various times:
- if just one slave is configured this is repeated also on the active slave in that moment;
- if various slaves are configured one goes from SLAVE to SLAVE, ordered by 485 addresses: the display shows
SCA n (in which n is the SLAVE number); after this, the weight transmitted by the selected SLAVE is displayed. In
this mode, about every 10 seconds, the message SCA n appears, indicating the meaning of the shown data and
in which n is the number of the active scale in that moment.
By pressing the ZERO, TARE and ENTER/PRINT keys on the MASTER, these are repeated also on the active SLAVE
in that moment.
To view the sum of weights present on all the scales, keep the MODE key pressed for a few seconds: the display
shows SUM and then the sum of the net weight present on the scales.
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In the display of the sum:

- the SUM message appears about every 10 seconds and it indicates that the sum of the weights present on the
scales is being displayed.
- The reference unit of measure is that of the connected SLAVE with the lowest address; if the other weights have
different units of measure, these are automatically converted.
- If the sum of the weights is greater than 999999, the segments in the upper part of the display are turned on.
- If the sum of the weights is less than -99999, the segments in the lower part of the display are turned on.
- If the sum of weights is not valid (because one or more slaves is in underload or overload), the segments in the
central part of the display are turned on.
q If the MASTER indicator has a 17-key keyboard, the functioning is the same as the preceding one. Furthermore by
pressing the numeric keys:
- if just one slave is configured this is repeated also on the active slave in that moment;
- if various slaves are configured, it is possible to directly select the number of the desired SLAVE through the
relative numeric key of the keyboard (I.E.: MASTER press the 1 key selection of SLAVE 1).
NOTE: the functionality of the MODE key is the same as the preceding way.
EXECUTION OF THE PRINTOUTS

If there is a printer on the master, its possible to execute on it the printouts configured in the active slave. In order to do this
in the master one should set the transmission mode for the desired printer; this setting is made in the SEtuP >> SEriAL >>
CoMPrn >> PrModE parameter, TECH.MAN.REF.
The selection of this parameter excludes the printouts on the active slave.
On the master its also possible to configure a printout, which may be used when the sum of the weights on all the scales is
displayed. In order to configure this format refer to section 9 - PROGRAMMING OF THE PRINTOUTS, TECH.MAN.REF.
WARNING:
- To carry out the weight repeater function it is sufficient that just one SLAVE instrument in the system be turned on.
When turned on, the MASTER places itself automatically on the first turned on SLAVE (lowest 485 address); if all the
instruments are off or if the radio signal does not reach the MASTER, on the same display the ECo n message is
displayed in which n is the address number of the SLAVE with which one is trying to communicate.
- If there are various slaves, in no case is it possible to transmit the functionality of the MODE key and the numeric keys
(in case of 17-key indicator) to the active slave.
- To carry out the sum function, it is necessary to have a connection with at least two SLAVES.
- In the sum mode, it isnt possible to transmit the functionality of the ZERO, TARE, ENTER/ PRINT and C keys to the
SLAVES.
- If the connection is lost with the SLAVE which is acting as a repeater, the MASTER will try to reconnect it; if after about
a second this does not happen, it connects with the following SLAVE.
- If the connection is lost with a SLAVE in the sum mode, the MASTER tries to reconnect it: if this happens, it remains in
the sum mode, otherwise it passes to the repeater mode of the following SLAVE.
- If more than one SLAVE is present and the MASTER is connected to a printer, the number of the SLAVE, from which
the weight comes from, will be shown on each printout.
- If the automatic switch off has been enabled in the MASTER, after about 5 minutes that one is trying to connect with the
SLAVES (in other words the ECo-n message appears on the display), it turns off.
- By pressing the C key at length, this is repeated on the active slave; to turn off the master indicator one should make
sure that one is in the slave detection phase (ECo n appears on the LED display, in which n is the number of the
SLAVE which one is trying to detect)
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11.7 ALIBI MEMORY (ALibi) (OPTIONAL)

The alibi memory allows to file the transmitted weight values in the computer for data processing and/or integration. The
filed values may then be recalled from the PC serial line or directly on the indicators display for a following check.
The storage of a weigh takes place either following the reception of the serial command or following the pressure of the
ENTER/PRINT key: the indicator transmits on the PC serial line the gross and tare weights and an ID which clearly
identifies the weigh.
The ID has the following format:

<Rewriting number> <Weigh number>
- Rewriting number: number of 5 digits which may go from 00000 to 00255; it indicates the number of complete
rewritings of the alibi memory.
- Weigh number: number of 6 digits which may go from 00000 to 131072; it indicates the weigh number in the current
rewriting of the alibi memory
With each storage the weigh number is increased of 000001; when this reaches the 131072 value, it restarts from 000000
and the rewriting number increases of 00001.
Therefore the weigh relative to an ID may be verified just if:

- it has a rewriting number equal to the current one of the alibi memory and a weighing number equal or less than the last
value received with the PID command;
- it has a rewriting number equal or greater than zero, but less than 1, in comparison to the current value of the alibi
memory, and a weigh number greater than the last value received with the PID command.
Example:
If the stored weigh is the following:
PIDST,1, 1.000kg, 1.000kg,00126-131072
and the following will be:

PIDST,1, 1.000kg, 1.000kg,00127-000000
The storage of a weigh is possible only if the weight is stable and valid (in other words not in under load nor in overload), if
the gross weight is equal or greater than zero and without the TILT alarm (see paragraph 9.6).
The storage of the weigh by pressing a key is possible only if the function is active (or passage from 0 or weight instability,
or always depending on how the F.ModE >> rEAct step has been configured in the technical set-up, TECH.MAN.REF.,
and minimum weight of 20 divisions with approved instrument,).
If these conditions are not respected:

- in the response to the PID serial command one has "NO" in the place of the ID.
- there is no transmission if PRINT has been pressed.
When the weight is transmitted with the ID following the pressing of the ENTER/PRINT key, the display shows for about 2
seconds the message " tr.id ", and the transmitted string is the following:
<ESC>[II]PIDSS,B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU,(ID | NO)<STX>.
See the following section Serial commands for the string description.
NOTES:
- With approved or not approved instrument, the storage of the weigh through the PID serial command is always possible
for all the weighs from 0 to full range value.
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READING OF THE WEIGHS CARRIED OUT

In order to read the information relative to the weighs carried out:
- Press the MODE key.
- The message "rew.id" appears; now one should enter the rewriting number (from 00000 to 00255) and press
ENTER/PRINT.
- The message id appears; now one should enter the weigh number (from 000000 to 131072) and press
ENTER/PRINT.
- Now it is possible to view on the display the weigh information in sequence, and scroll through it with the ZERO key
(ahead) or the TARE key (backwards):
"ch. x", in which x is the scale number (always 1).
" um yy" in which yy is the unit of measure (kg, g, t o lb).
gross weight (for about a second the message "GroSS" appears and then the gross weight value).
Tare weight (for about a second the message "tArE" appears or "tArEpt" if it is a manual tare; then the tare value
appears).
- Press C to return to weighing.
NOTES:
- The alibi memory can store up to 131072 weighs; then the rewriting takes place from the beginning.
- If the alibi memory is empty, when the MODE key is pressed the message EMPTY appears for about a second, an
error acoustic signal is enabled and one returns to weighing.
- If the entered ID is not valid, in other words, if there is no stored weigh relative to the entered ID, the message " no id"
appears and an error acoustic signal is enabled and one returns to weighing.
INITIALISATION OF THE ALIBI MEMORY

It is possible to cancel all the weighs made, initialising the alibi memory; this operation can be made directly on the indicator
(see the parameter SETUP >> ini.AL of the set-up environment, TECH.MAN.REF.) or through the serial command (see
SERIAL COMMANDS below).
NOTES:
- It is not possible to just cancel a single weigh.
The initialisation is possible only with a non approved instrument.
SERIAL COMMANDS
Besides the commands described in the 7.4 FORMAT OF THE SERIAL COMMANDS, TECH.MAN.REF., in this
functioning mode also the commands below are available:
WEIGH STORAGE
Command
[II]PID<CRLF> or <ESC>[II]PID<STX>
[II]PIDD<CRLF> or <ESC>[II]PIDD<STX>
in which: [II]: 485 address

<ESC>: 27 ascii decimal character
<STX>: 2 ascii decimal character
Instrument response to the [II]PID<CRLF> command:

[II]PIDSS,B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU,(ID | NO) <CRLF>
Instrument response to the <ESC>[II]PID<STX> command:

<ESC>[II]PIDSS,B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU,(ID | NO)<STX>
Instrument response to the [II]PIDD<CRLF> command:

[II]PIDSS,B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU,(ID | NO),(dd/mm/yybbhh:mm:ss|"NO DATE TIME")<CRLF>
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Instrument response to the <ESC>[II]PID<STX> command:

<ESC>[II]PIDSS,B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU,(ID | NO),(dd/mm/yybbhh:mm:ss|"NO DATE TIME") <STX>
In which:[II] 485 address (only when transmitting in 485 mode)

SS OL" (weight in overload) or "UL" (weight in underload) or "ST" (stable weight) or "US" (unstable
weight) or "TL" (TILT input closed).
B scale number (always 1)
LLLLLLLLLL: gross weight on 10 digits
UU: unit of measure
YY: 2 spaces in the case of null tare or semiautomatic tare, PT in case of manual tare
TTTTTTTTTT: tare on 10 digits
ID XXXX-YYYYYY in which: XXXXX is the rewriting number (5 digits, from 00000 to 00255) and
YYYYYY is the weigh number (6 digits, from 000000 t0 131072).
dd/mm/yy Date in the "dd/mm/yy" format (only with PIDD command).

bb 2 space characters, 32 decimal ascii character (only with PIDD command).
hh:mm:ss Time in the "hh:mm:ss" format (only with PIDD command).
In the case in which the gross weight is negative or unstable, the weight is transmitted but not the ID; NO is in its place. In
these cases there is no storage in the alibi memory.
In the case in which the date/time is not detected or set, the weight is transmitted but not the date and time; NO DATE
TIME is in its place.
WEIGH READING
Command:
[II]ALRDXXXXX-YYYYYY <CR o CRLF>
In which: [II] 485 address (only when transmitting in 485 mode)
XXXXX rewriting number (from 00000 to 00255)
YYYYYY weigh number (from 000000 to 131072)
Instrument response:
[II]B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU<CR o CRLF>
In which: [II] 485 address (only when transmitting in 485 mode)
B scale number (always 1)
LLLLLLLLLL gross weight on 10 digits
UU unit of measure
YY spaces in the case of null or semiautomatic tare, PT in the case of manual tare
TTTTTTTTTT tare weight on 10 digits
ALIBI MEMORY CANCELLATION (only with non approved instrument)
Command:
[II]ALDL <CR o CRLF>
In which [II] 485 address (only when transmitting in the 485 mode)
Instrument response:
[II]ALDLOK <CR o CRLF> if the cancellation has been effective
[II]ALDLNO <CR o CRLF> if the cancellation has not worked
NOTE: During the cancellation, the display shows WAit and all the indicator functions are frozen.
The commands are ignored if one is not in the alibi memory functioning mode.
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11.8 +/- TOLERANCE CHECK (ChECK)

In this functioning mode, the instrument commands the functioning of the SP1, SP2, SP3 and SP4 icons of the LCD display
and the functioning of the 4 relais of the 2 expansion boards (optionals), on the basis of a freely programmed TARGET
WEIGHT, a LOWER TOLERANCE value, an UPPER TOLERANCE value, and an ENABLING threshold.
--------------(thrESh)--------------(t.Min)--------------TARGET WEIGHT--------------(t.MAX)----------------------------------
It is possible to carry out a check on the gross weight or the net weight: in the TECHNICAL set-up, after the selection of the
Check mode, one is asked to select GroSS (gross weight) or nEt (net weight). The selection of the check type (net or
gross), causes the configuration of the relays relative default parameters.
By setting the threshold for activating the functioning mode, if the weight is under the set threshold, no check on the weight
is made; if instead the weight reaches or surpasses the threshold, the check on the tolerances is enabled.
ENTERING THE ACTIVATION THRESHOLD, TARGET AND THE TOLERANCES
- Press the MODE key; the instrument first shows tArGEt then 000000 or the target previously used. With the
keyboard enter the desired target; with C one quickly zeros the entered value; by pressing C again one cancels the
entry and returns to weighing.
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT: the display shows first t.Min then 000000 or the T1 lower tolerance previously used.
With the keyboard enter the desired lower tolerance; with C one quickly zeros the entered value; by pressing C again
one cancels the entry and returns to weighing.
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT: the display shows first t.MAX then 000000 or the T1 upper tolerance previously used.
With the keyboard enter the desired upper tolerance; with C one quickly zeros the entered value; by pressing C again
one cancels the entry and returns to weighing.
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT: the display shows first thrESh and then 000000 or the enabling threshold used
previously. Through the keyboard enter the desired enabling threshold; by pressing C one quickly clears the entered
value, while by pressing again C one cancels the entry and returns to the weighing mode.
- Confirm with ENTER/PRINT: the display shows StorE for an instant; after this it returns to weighing.
NOTE: If the entered value is wrong (i.e. tolerance value greater than the target or target greater than the scale capacity)
the indicator emits a prolonged sound and zeros the entered value; furthermore, if a value different than the scale division is
entered, it is rounded off to the nearest minimum division multiple.
PROCEDURE
After having entered the activation threshold, the target and the tolerance values, put the weight on the scale: if the target is
greater than 0, the display shows, at regular intervals, if the weight is within the entered tolerances:
Scale Display View Enable Relay

Weight < Target - t.Min _-- undEr reL.b.1
Target - t.Min Weight Target + t.MAX -- oK reL.b.2
Weight > Target + t.MAX -- oVEr reL.b.3
Weight thrESh reL.b.4
TECHNICAL NOTES
- The 0 value is valid for the tolerances and for the activation threshold as well.
- By setting the target at 0 the weight check is disabled.
- If the printer has been configured and a target greater than 0 has been set, the target, tolerances, and check result will
be printed.
- The check of the weight is active also during the modification of the target and the tolerances, according to the last
confirmed values. The new entered values start working after having been confirmed.
- The 4 relays of the 2 expansion boards (optional) are automatically enabled depending on the mode selection , and
may be used to manage external signals which show the operator whether the weight on the scale is INSUFFICIENT,
CORRECT, ABUNDANT in comparison to the TARGET WEIGHT. Furthermore it is not possible to set the functioning
mode of the relays, but just the status (NO / NC) and the type of check (direct or upon stability).
- It is possible to set the target, the tolerances and the activation threshold through the serial line, see Serial command
format, TECH.MAN.REF.
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11.9 SAMPLE WEIGHT PERCENTAGE (3.PErC.)

In this operating mode, the instrument shows on the display the net weight expressed as a percentage, comparing it with a
reference weight which has been previously linked to a percentage.
When the functioning mode is selected, one is asked to set of:
- "WAit.t" : sampling interval.

Setting of the sampling time (in seconds, with a decimal); greater is the time set and more precise will the sampling be.
Set the desired time.
Confirm with ENTER/PRINT.
Press many times the C key until the display shows the message SAVE?.
With the indicator fitted of a 17-key keyboard, by pressing the F and 7 keys, its possible to change the sampling time
also in the weighing mode. If the entered value is confirmed, it will substitute the one in the set-up environment.
PROCEDURE
1) Place the empty container on the scale and press TARE to tare it.
2) Check that the zero is on the display and press MODE.
3) The display suggests a percentage; the possible options are: 100.0, 200.0, 5.0, 10.0, 20.0, 30.0, 40.0, 50.0, 60.0, 75.0.
4) Press ZERO or TARE several times to reach the desired sample size.
5) Put the reference weight on the scale and press ENTER/PRINT to confirm or C to cancel the operation and return to
weighing.
6) Press ENTER/PRINT; the display will show SAMPL. After a few instants the display will show the percentage selected
put on the platform.
7) Add the quantity to be measured on the scale and the value will appear on the display.
8) By pressing the MODE key one switches from the display of the percentage to the display of the net weight and vice
versa.
9) To carry out a new sampling, press at length the MODE key and repeat the operations as describe in point 3).
Er.Mot ERROR DUE TO WEIGHT INSTABILITY DURING THE SAMPLING

It may happen that during the sampling phase the weight is unstable; the Er.Mot is shown remaining for about three
seconds. One should therefore repeat the sampling operation.
MINIMUM WEIGHT OF THE SAMPLE

It is necessary to use a net weight greater than 0.
VARIABLE PERCENTAGE QUANTITY (only for 17-key indicator)

It is possible to insert directly by keyboard any percentage, different from the ones proposed by the MODE key:
- With the scale at zero, after having stored a tare, press F+ 5; the display will indicate n S" and then "0" or a
quantity already stored.
- Modify and/or enter the quantity (max 3000.0) using the numeric keys.
- Follow the operations describe in point 5) in the PROCEDURE section.
PRINTING
If the presence of a printer has been configured, each time ENTER/PRINT is pressed, while either weight or percentage are
displayed, one prints the data programmed in the SEtuP >> SEriAL >> CoM.Prn >> Pr.ConF of the set-up environment
(TECH.MAN.REF.); for example:
- GROSS weight
- TARE weight
- NET weight
- Percentage quantity on the scale in that moment.
NOTE: If the sampling has not been made, the quantity percentile is not printed.
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11.10 DISPLAY WITH SENSITIVITY X 10 (VISS) (TO BE USED IN TESTING DURING THE
CALIBRATION)
By pressing the MODE key one switches from the weight display with normal sensitivity to a sensitivity ten times greater; in
fact, one will note that the last digit on the right of the display will have a sensitivity equal to the scales division divided by
10.
The printout can only be done when the indicator has the standard sensitivity.
TAKE NOTE: In case the instrument is LEGAL FOR TRADE, when MODE is pressed, the sensitivity times 10 is displayed
for five seconds after which the instrument returns to standard weight displaying. Furthermore, if the direct sales has been
configured in the SEtup >> dSALE parameter, TECH.MAN.REF, this displaying is possible only with if the capacity is equal
or less than 100 kg (220 lb).
11.11 HOLD: FREEZING THE WEIGHT ON THE DISPLAY (HLd)

By pressing MODE, the value of the weight is held on the display, and the display shows HoLd alternately with the weight
held value (every 5 sec). To release the weight value on the display, press MODE key again.
11.12 WEIGHT PEAKS DETECTION (PEaK)

It is possible to use the instrument to store the maximum weight value measured during the weigh (PEAK), useful to
measure, for example, the breaking load of the materials.
By pressing the MODE key, the peak mode is enabled; on the LED display the maximum weight reached will be displayed,
alternated with the message PEAK every 5 sec.
The test terminates by pressing the MODE key again or when the weight peak surpasses the maximum capacity of the
instrument (for an instant PEAk.oF is displayed and the indicator returns to standard operation)
SETTING SAMPLING TIME

It is possible to set the minimum time period of the peak impulse beyond which the measuring is accepted. This time is set
by keeping ENTER/PRINT pressed for a few seconds when the indicator is not in the peak mode: the message -tP-
appears on the display followed by a number which corresponds to the minimum time length of the impulse expressed in
hundredths of seconds.
By pressing ZERO or TARE the following settable values are proposed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 127; press
ENTER/PRINT to confirm the desired value, (the indicator will return to weighing). The default value is 2.
TABLE OF OPERATING PARAMETERS IN PEAK MODE
LENGTH SAMPLINGS PER SECOND ACQUIRED VALUES MEDIATED VALUES

1 400 1 1
2 200 1 1
3 100 1 1
4 100 4 2
5 50 4 2
10 25 4 2
20 12 4 2
50 6 4 2
100 6 8 2
127 6 12 2
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11.13 HORIZONTAL TOTALIZER (Sum of lots) (tot 0)

Tot.Mod: TYPE OF TOTALISATION (NORMAL, FAST, AUTOMATIC)
Once the totalizer operating mode is selected, both horizontal and vertical, one is asked to set the type of totalization:
normal (t.norM), fast (t.FASt) or automatic (Auto); with ZERO or TARE one changes the parameter; with ENTER/PRINT
one confirms.
- In the normal totalisation, for each accumulation operation there is the display of the weigh number and the net weight
total, before the printing of the data.
- In the fast one, just the display of the "-tot-" message appears on the display, before the printing of the data.
- In the automatic one, there is the automatic acquisition of the stable weight; therefore the display of the "-tot-" message
on the display and then the printing of the data.
MAx.tot: NUMBER OF CONSECUTIVE TOTALISATIONS AFTER WHICH THE TOTAL IS AUTOMATICALLY PRINTED
AND RESET
After having carried out the set weighs, the accumulated general total is printed and reset; set a value between 0 and 63.
NOTE: the value 0 disables the function
TOTALISATION OPERATIONS
In order to carry out the totalisation it is necessary to load the weight on the scale and press the MODE key (if the automatic
totalisation has not been set): the weight is accumulated in two total levels (a partial total and a general total).
To totalize, the net weight must be
- at least 1 division with non approved instrument and with normal or fast totalisation;
- at least 10 division with non approved instrument and with automatic totalisation;
- at least 20 divisions with approved instrument.
To avoid undesired accumulations, the "MODE" key is active just once; it reactivates depending on the setting of the
rEACT parameter in the SET-UP environment, in other words, either after passing by the net zero of the scale, by
instability or always (see section 9.12 REENABLING OF THE PRINTOUTS AND THE INDICATOR FUNCTIONS).
If the presence of a printer has been configured, the "MODE" key causes also the printing of the weight values.
By pressing the MODE key again, without having reenabled the totalisation:
- with the normal totalizer, one can temporarily view on the display the number of weighs carried out and the PARTIAL NET
TOTAL accumulated until that moment (Subtotal): if the accumulated digit is more than 5 digits the visualisation takes place
in two stages.
- with the fast totalizer the " no.0.UnS " error message is displayed.
NOTE:
- If the gross or net weight is less or equal to zero, by pressing the MODE key the display shows the LoW error
message.
- If the indicator is in the under load or over load status, by pressing the MODE key the display shows the un.oVEr error
message.
TOTALISATION WITH PRINTING

If the presence of a printer has been configured, upon each pressing of MODE, one prints the data programmed in step
SEtuP >> SEriAL >> CoM.Prn >> Pr.ConF of the set-up environment (TECH.MAN.REF.), for example:
- Weigh number
- GROSS weight
- TARE weight
- NET weight
PRINTING AND ZEROING OF THE TOTALS

The instrument has two different total levels, a partial total and a general total, which increase upon each totalisation; these
may be printed and zeroed independently from each other.
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To print and zero the PARTIAL TOTAL one should press for an instant the ENTER/PRINT key; depending on the type of
totalisation, various messages will be displayed:
- With normal totalisation the number of weighs and the accumulated total will be displayed.
- With fast or automatic totalisation the message totAL will be displayed.
The number of weighs made and the NET WEIGHT PARTIAL TOTAL are printed.
To print and zero the GENERAL TOTAL one should press for a few seconds the ENTER/PRINT key; depending on the type
of totalisation; various messages will be displayed:
- With normal totalisation the number of weighs and the accumulated total will be displayed.
- With fast or automatic totalisation the message G.totAL will be displayed.
The number of weighs made and the NET WEIGHT GENERAL TOTAL is printed.
In the 17-key indicator, during the weighing, it is possible to view at any time the number of weighs and the accumulated net
weight in the totals:
- By pressing for an instant the 6 key, the following will be displayed in this sequence:
"n x", in which x is the number of weighs made
"totAL", followed by the accumulated PARTIAL NET TOTAL.
- By pressing in sequence the F and 6 keys, the following will be displayed in sequence:
"n x", in which x is the number of weighs made
"totAL", followed by the accumulated GENERAL NET TOTAL.
MEMORY STORAGES (only for 17-key indicator)

It is possible to memorize the weigh totalisation in one of nine memory storages (identified from 1 to 9 ).
- Press in sequence the F and 5 keys; the display shows " rn n ":
- Enter the desired storage number (from 1 to 9).
- Now all the made totalisations are stored in the storage number just entered.
- To change the storage, repeat the same operations.
To recall or zero the PARTIAL TOTAL of a storage, it is necessary to recall first its identifying number, as previously
described; however the GRAND TOTAL is not available for each storage.
NOTE:
- The selected storage remains active for all the following totalizations until it is substituted with another.
- All the values accumulated in the single storage numbers are automatically zeroed each time the instrument is turned
off.
- When turned on, the indicator automatically goes to storage nr. 0 (not selectable).
Storage nr. 0 is considered to be the basic one in which non-addressed weights are accumulated.
11.14 VERTICAL TOTALIZER (Sum by recipe) (tot S)

Like the horizontal totaliser but with each pressing of MODE the indicated weight is totalised and automatically tared; in this
way it is possible for example to fill a container with various products.
Note: At the end of the totalisation operations, if one wants to view the gross weight on the scale one should press the C
key.
11.15 PIECE COUNTING (COUn)

In this functioning mode it is possible to carry out the reference operations in order to use the scale for counting pieces.
When the functioning mode is selected, one is asked to set some parameters:
- "uM.APW" : unit of measure of the average unit weight (APW).

Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the step.
With the ZERO or TARE keys select the unit of measure (g / kg / t / Lb).
Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the changes made or another key to not save.
Independently from the unit of measure selected, the APW has always three fixed decimals.
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- "WAit.t" : sampling interval.

Setting of the sampling time (in seconds, with a decimal); greater is the time set and more precise will the calculated
APW be.
Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the step.
Set the desired time.
Press ENTER/PRINT to confirm the changes made or another key to not save.
COUNTING PROCEDURE
1) Place the empty container on the scale and press TARE to tare it.
2) Check that the zero is on the display and press the MODE button: the counting function is enabled.
3) The display suggests a REFERENCE QUANTITY. The possible options are: 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 75, 100, 200.
4) Press ZERO or TARE the number of times needed to reach the desired sample size.
5) Put the quantity of pieces chosen for the SAMPLE on the scale and press ENTER/PRINT to confirm or C to cancel the
operation and return to weighing.
6) Press ENTER/PRINT; the display will indicate SAMPL and the indicator will calculate the Average Piece Weight
(APW). After a few instants the display will indicate the quantity selected put on the platform.
7) Add the rest of the items to count in the container and whose value will appear on the display.
8) Unload the scale, the APW will remain stored in memory for the next counting of similar pieces, without having to
repeat the REFERENCE operation.
9) By pressing the MODE key one switches from the display of the number of pieces to the display of the net weight and
vice versa.
10) To carry out a new reference operation, press at length the MODE key and repeat the operations as describe in
point 3).
NOTE: If the number of calculated pieces is greater than 999999, the display shows just the first 6 digits on the right.
PIECE COUNTING IN EXTRACTION

1) Load a FULL container on the scale and press "TARE" to tare it.
2) Press "MODE": The display suggests various REFERENCE QUANTITIES: 5,10,20,30,40,50,60,75,100,200
3) Press "ZERO" or "TARE" various times until the chosen quantity is displayed.
4) From the container take off the same number of pieces and press "ENTER/PRINT to confirm. The display shows
"SAMPL" while the indicator calculates the Average Piece Weight. The display shows in negative the quantity extracted.
5) Continue the counting in extraction.
Er.Mot ERROR DUE TO WEIGHT INSTABILITY DURING THE SAMPLING

It may happen that during the sampling phase the weight is unstable and therefore it is not possible to correctly calculate
the APW. The Er.Mot is shown remaining for about three seconds. One should therefore repeat the sampling operation.
MINIMUM WEIGHT OF THE SAMPLE

It is advisable to use a reference quantity equal or greater than 0,1% of the scale capacity.
In any case, the weight of the reference quantity should not create an APW lower than the two internal points of the
converter (intrinsic limit of the instrument); if this condition takes place, during the sampling, the display will indicate for an
instant: "Error " and the quantity put on the plate will not be accepted. One should therefore use a higher reference
quantity.
VARIABLE SAMPLE SIZE (REFERENCE QUANTITY) (only for 17-key indicator)

It is possible to insert directly by keyboard any reference quantity up to 999999 (not only the quantities proposed by the
MODE key).
- With the scale at zero, after having stored a tare, press F+ 5; the display will indicate n S" and then "0" or a
quantity already stored.
- Modify and/or enter the quantity (up to 999999) using the numeric keys.
- Follow the operations describe in point 5) in the COUNTING PROCEDURE section.
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DISPLAY AND MODIFICATION OF THE AVERAGE PIECE WEIGHT (only for 17-key indicator)
It is possible to view or enter a known Average Piece weight using the keyboard. This can significantly speed up the
reference operations.
- With the scale at zero, after having stored a tare, press F + 6, or the ENTER/PRINT key at length.
- The display will indicate " APW and then "000.000" or a previously entered value expressed with three decimal digits
in the programmed unit of measure.
- Enter the APW value with the keyboard (or leave the one present) and press ENTER/PRINT to confirm.
Example:
Unit of measure of the APW in g
000.000 means 000,000 g (for example APW = 001,050 = 1,05 g).
PRINTING UNDER COUNTING MODE

If the presence of a printer has been configured, each time ENTER/PRINT is pressed, while either weight or pieces are
displayed, one prints the data programmed in the SEtuP >> SEriAL >> CoM.Prn >> Pr.ConF of the set-up environment
(TECH.MAN.REF.); for example:
- GROSS weight
- TARE weight
- NET weight
- Quantity of PIECES (PCS) on the scale in that moment.
- calculated APW, expressed in the set unit of measure, with three decimal digits
12 INDICATOR CONNECTED TO PRINTER, FUNCTIONING BY BATTERY

In a system made up of an indicator connected to a printer in which both are battery powered, the printer, normally in
STAND-BY, will be powered only when one prints. When the printing is finished the printer returns to STAND-BY
automatically. This functioning is useful to reduce the energy absorbed from the battery when the printer is not used.
In this configuration if one has the need to maintain the printer powered in order to replace the paper and for other
operations:
- Press the ZERO key for a few seconds.
- On the display the blinking onPri message will appear.
- Press any key to exit.
NOTE: it is not possible to turn on the printer with the ZERO key in the REPEATER IN RADIO FREQUENCY
functioning mode.
- The printer is now on; carry out the desired operations.
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13 INSTRUMENT MESSAGES WHILE IN USE
MESSAGE DESCRIPTION
ZERO The scale is zeroing the weight.
AL.Err It is displayed when one selects the alibi memory functioning mode, and upon start-up, the alibi memory is
not connected or there are communication problems between the indicator and the board. The unit of
measure/pounds conversion functioning is automatically set, but not saved in the set-up environment.
Er.i.b.X A function has been linked to input X (from 1 to 4) and this is not present; see the InPutS parameter of the
set-up environment (TECH.MAN.REF.).
Er.r.b.X In a set point functioning mode the relay X has been set (from 1 to 4) and this is not present; see the outPut
parameter of the set-up environment (TECH.MAN.REF).
BuSy Print under way (PRN serial port is occupied) or indicator waiting to transmit a printing to a PC.
UnStAB One is trying to print with an unstable weight.
un.oVEr One is trying to print with the weight in underload or in overload, in other words, with a weight of 9 divisions
greater than the capacity or of 20 divisions below the gross zero.
LoW Weight less than the minimum weight provided for the printing, the totalisation or the transmission of the
string, standard or extended, upon pressing of the print key.
no.0.unS Weight not passed by net 0 or by instability.
ConV. In standard mode, with approved instrument, one is trying to print while the instrument is converting the unit
of measure.
no in In the input/output mode (set as in.out), one is trying to acquire a second time the input weight.
no out In the input/output mode (set as in.out), one is trying to acquire a second time the output weight.
no 1 In the input/output mode (set as G.t. or 1st.2nd), one is trying to acquire a second time the input weight.
no 2 In the input/output mode (set as G.t. or 1st.2nd), one is trying to acquire a second time the output weight.
Er.Mot Unstable weight.
Error In the counting mode, the sampling has not been made because one should use a higher reference quantity.
StorE It is displayed when data is stored in the permanent storage of the instrument (setpoint, tares, ticket
progressive, etc.)
Err.CLK Communication problems with the date/time of the indicator: check the F.ModE >> CLoCK step of the set-up
(TECH.MAN.REF.).
SEt.CLK Date/time not set: check the F.ModE >> CLoCK step of the set-up (TECH.MAN.REF.).
PREC. It is displayed if one tries to calibrate a point without first having confirmed the number of calibration points
ERPNT During the acquisition of a calibration point a null value has been read by the converter.
Er 11 Calibration error: a too small sample weight has been used; it is advisable to use a weight equal to at least
half of the scale capacity.
Er 12 Calibration error: the acquired calibration point (tP1 o tP2 o tP3) is equal to the zero point (tP0).
Er 37 The number of converter points per scale division is less than two. Carry out again the calibration with special
attention to the capacity and the division.
Er 39 It is displayed when the instrument has not yet been calibrated and initialized.
press the TARE key when the instrument displays ERR 39 to enter the technical set-up environment.
Carry out the initialization of the indicator (dEFAu parameter) and the selection of the type of keyboard
(KEYb parameter) and finally the programming of all the parameters of the set-up environment and the
calibration.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This device conforms to the essential standards and norms relative to the
applicable European regulations. The Declaration of Conformity is available
in the web site www.diniargeo.com
WARRANTY
The TWO YEARS warranty period begins on the day the instrument is
delivered. It includes spare parts and labour repair at no charge if the
INSTRUMENT IS RETURNED prepaid to the DEALERS PLACE OF
BUSINESS. Warranty covers all defects NOT attributable to the Customer
(such as improper use) and NOT caused during transport.
If on site service is requested (or necessary), for any reason, where the
instrument is used, the Customer will pay for all of the service technicians
costs: travel time and expenses plus room and board (if any).
the Customer pays for the transport costs (both ways), if the instrument is
shipped to DEALER or manufacturer for repair.
The WARRANTY is VOIDED if any of the following occurs: repairs or

attempted repairs are made by unauthorised personnel, connected to
equipment installed by others, or is incorrectly connected to the power
supply, or instrument has defects or damage due to carelessness or failure
to follow the guidelines in this instruction manual.
This warranty DOES NOT provide for any compensation for losses or
damages incurred by the Customer due to complete or partial failure of
instruments, even during the warranty period.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE STAMP
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WEIGHT INDICATORS

Do not pour liquids on the indicator!

2. MAIN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL 6 mV/V.

CLOCK DFW: optional, with battery.

WARNING! This operation must be performed only by qualified personal.

Conforms to the standards of the European Union.

4.1 DFW METAL OR STAINLESS STEEL VERSIONS

1 Power supply input

4.2 DFW ABS VERSION

1 Power supply input

4.3 DFWLI DFWLKI VERSION

1 Power supply input

4.4 DFWPM VERSION

1 USB input (with PC 5V power supply input)

5 POWER SUPPLY & START UP

6V RECHARGEABLE BATTERY FEATURES

5.2 DFWPM POWER SUPPLY

5.3 TURNING ON / OFF THE INSTRUMENT

6 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (5 key version)

DFW LCD DISPLAY VERSION

DFW LED DISPLAY VERSION

1 Indicates the presence of power supply.

2 Sensor for the reception of the remote control signal.

4 Indicates that the weight is unstable.

5 Indicates that the displayed value is a net weight.

8 Indicates that a specific function of the indicator is active.

SCALE KEY FUNCTION

- If pressed for an instant it carries out the semiautomatic tare.

- It turns the instrument on and off.

7 FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (17 KEY VERSION)

1 Indicates the presence of the power supply

2 Sensor for the reception of the infrared signal.

SCALE KEY FUNCTION

- If pressed for an instant it carries out the semiautomatic tare.

- It turns the instrument on and off.

- It allows to select the desired function; see section 10 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF

- In the numeric input phase it allows to enter the desired value.

8 SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY

NUMBER SYMBOL FUNCTION

(10) PT The manual tare is active.

(11) W1 The instrument is in the first weighing range.

W2 The instrument is in the second weighing range.

W3 The instrument is in the third weighing range.

(13) PCS The number of pieces is being displayed.

SP2 The relay nr. 2 (optional) has been enabled.

SP3 The relay nr. 3 (optional) has been enabled.

SP4 The relay nr. 4 (optional) has been enabled.

9.1 ZERO SCALE

9.2 TARE OPERATIONS

ENTERING THE MANUAL TARE FROM KEYBOARD

LOCKED/UNLOCKED/DISABLED TARE SELECTION

To set the type of tare:

9.3 LIMITATION OF THE TARE FUNCTIONS

SCALE CAPACITY FUNCTIONING

With approved instrument, the d.SALE step is not displayed.

9.4 AUTO POWER OFF FUNCTION

9.5 LOW BATTERY WARNING

9.6 "TILT" DEVICE