Operation Manual
BinTra
c Operator’s Manual Ver. 3.18 Rev. 1.01
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Part Number MAN-000004-2
3. Inspect the Smart Summing Box
Small fluctuations in weight can be caused by a problem with the Smart Summing Box.
a. Inspect for moisture and/or foreign material.
b. Inspect for loose wires and connections.
4. Inspect Load Cells
Wild fluctuating weights, a weight that does not change, a negative weight re
ading, or “Error” on the Indicator
display are common indications of a load cell problem.
a. Inspect load cell connections within the Smart Summing Box. A wire that is not seated properly within the
load cell connector can cause inaccurate readings.
b. Check for cut or pinched load cell wires.
c.
See “
Load Cell Troubleshooting Procedures”
Error Messages
There are a few types of errors that can be encountered during operation of the BinTrac system. The following should
give you some insight into the cause of the error should one occur. Errors displayed are specific to the selected bin.
If this is displayed on the screen, the BinTrac Indicator is unable to display the current value, or the value is outside of
the displayable range.
1. Verify programmed settings are correct
a. Verify Zero calibration is valid and in range
b. Verify load cell capacity (L.C.Cap) has been correctly programmed
2. Open Smart Summing Box and inspect load cell connections
a. Verify connector is properly aligned with its associated header
b. Verify wires are properly seated in each connector
3. Check for faulty load cell (See
Load Cell Troubleshooting Procedure
This means that the Smart Summing Box for the selected bin is not communicating with the BinTrac Indicator.
1. Disable bins on Indicator that do not have an associated Smart Summing Box and bin
2. Verify wiring between Indicator and Smart Summing Box
3. Inspect Smart Summing Box internal diagnostic light
a. Off: Smart Summing Box not receiving power
b. Steady flashing: normal working condition
c. Irregular flashing: unable to communicate.
4. Verify Smart Summing Box has been programmed as the correct bin
a. Verify Smart Summing Box dip switch settings (see
Figure 4)
b. Verify that two or more Smart Summing Boxes have not been
programmed as the same bin
c. Check for broken wires or loose connections
5. Check for faulty load cell (See
Load Cell Troubleshooting Procedures
)
B IN
S 1
S 2
S 3
S 4
A
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
B
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
C
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
D
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Figure 4
