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Veterinary/Platform Scale Operation Instructions
2.0
Scale Assembly
2.1
Unpacking Your Scale
Place the unopened box in an open area that has ample room for unpacking the scale.
Parts contained in the shipping box include:
•
The scale
•
This manual
•
Box containing the indicator and cable
2.2
Repacking
If the Digital Veterinary/Platform Scale must be returned for modification, calibration, or repair, it must be
properly packed with sufficient packing materials. Whenever possible, use the original carton when shipping the
scale back.
NOTE:
Damage caused by improper packaging is not covered by the warranty.
2.3
Scale Setup
No tools are needed to set up the Digital Veterinary/Platform Scale. It comes complete out of the box. Place a
known weight on each corner of the scale. The display should illuminate that known weight. If it does not,
trimming will be required. Please refer to the section on trimming in the Rice Lake Digital Veterinary/Platform
Scale Technical and Operating Instructions.
2.4
Hooking up the AC Power Connections
The Digital Veterinary/Platform Scale has a 120 VAC adaptor or 230 VAC adaptor to use when power is readily
available. The AC power adaptor plugs into the back of the indicator as shown in Figure 2-1.
L E D i n d i c a t o r l i g h t
illuminates from red to
green when charged.
Connect the AC power
source here.
R S - 2 3 2 P o r t
connection
S t o r e t h e 2 3 0 VA C
adaptor here when not
in use
S t o r e t h e 1 2 0 VA C
adaptor here when not
in use
Back cover to indicator
Retaining Screws
Figure 2-1. LED Light Location
The AC adaptor, when not in use, plugs into the back housing of the indicator. Figure 2-1 shows that location.
The Digital Veterinary/Platform Scale is capable of running its internal sealed lead-acid rechargeable battery if
no additional power source is available. Battery life is approximately 75 hours. If the
LO Bat
indicator is showing
on the display, recharge the battery or connect the scale to an AC power source as soon as possible for accurate
weighing.
