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Sample Acquisition
There are two methods for acquiring samples. First is the “Quick Sample” method and the second is to define a sample in the
scale’s memory for permanent storage. In general the more parts that you use during your sample acquisition the more
accurate your parts counting will be. Using a quick sample restricts you to sample sizes of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces. This is
acceptable in many circumstances, especially when the parts are fairly heavy. Saving a sample in memory allows you to
choose any size sample, and is far more accurate.
Quick Sample
The quick sample is limited to sample sizes of 10, 25 and 50 and 100 pieces, which is all that is required for many operations.
To take a quick sample, press the SAMPLE key. The number 10 will be displayed. Press the LEFT ARROW until the desired
sample size is displayed, and then press ENTER. For best general accuracy use the largest convenient sample size.
Remove all weight, or place an empty container on the platform, and press ENTER.
Place the correct amount of parts on the platform and then press ENTER. The scale will now automatically switch to a
counting screen.
Quick samples can not be stored for future use and will remain active only until the power is removed, a new sample is taken
or the sample is cleared through the keyboard. Proceed to the section “Counting Parts”.
Defining, Saving and Editing Samples
Samples can be taken, named, activated and stored permanently through the PARTS COUNTING menu. Go to menu SETUP
MENU/PARTS COUNTING. A list of all sample definitions will be shown. To add a new sample, line up on NEW in the lower
menu and then press ENTER. A new sample will be added to the list with the default description of Sample #XXX. The number
XXX is assigned by the system by counting up the number of samples already defined and then adding one. It is possible that
after adding and deleting a few samples that two samples will have the same description. This is acceptable, albeit confusing,
and the description can be changed later. This new default sample will have a weight value of 0.00 lb when first created.
Editing Samples
You can edit any sample by using the arrow keys to line up on it and the “EDIT” function in the lower menu and then press
ENTER. The next screen will show the sample with it’s description and weight value in pounds. The lower menu allows you to
change the description (“DESCR”), enter the value directly (“VALUE”) or acquire it automatically from the platform (“ACQUI”).
Deleting Samples
To delete a sample from the list simply line up on it and the “DEL” function in the lower menu. Press ENTER to delete it. Once
a sample has been deleted it is removed permanently from memory.
Activating Samples
To activate a sample from the list, line up on it and the “ACTV” function in the lower menu, then press ENTER. The sample will
be made active, and the scale switched to a counting screen. You can now zero the scale and begin counting that part.
Deactivating Samples
If you wish to clear a sample from memory, simply press and hold the SAMPLE key until it clears.
Counting Parts
With sample acquisition complete you may now count your parts. On the top of the counting screen is displayed the sample’s
description (or “taken from keyboard” if a quick sample was used) and the actual piece weight. Start by emptying the platform
or place an empty container on the platform and then press the ZERO key. Now place your parts on the platform and the count
will be shown on the display.
*** NOTE *** You should always zero the platform with the ZERO key prior to counting parts.
Accumulate Function
Your scale has an accumulate function that will allow you to keep a running total of parts counted. To activate, place your parts
on the platform and then press the ACCUM key. “Acc” will be shown on the display and the number of parts that were on the
platform are added into the accumulate register. While in the accumulate mode the display will show what is in the accumulate
register PLUS the number of parts on the platform.
To clear the accumulate register, press and hold the ACCUM key until it clears.
