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SETUP
GENERAL INSTALLATION
The scale should be sited in a location that will not degrade the
accuracy.
Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in direct sunlight or near
air conditioning vents.
Avoid unsuitable tables. The tables or floor must be rigid and not
vibrate. Do not place near vibrating machinery.
Avoid unstable power sources. Do not place near large users of
electricity such as welding equipment or large motors.
Avoid high humidity that might cause condensation. Avoid direct
contact with water. Do not spray or immerse the scale in water.
Avoid air movement such as from fans or opening doors. Do not place
near open windows.
Keep the scale clean.
Do not stack material on the scale when not in use.
INSTALLATION OF ACS A/C SERIES
Level the scale using adjustable feet. Center the bubble in the spirit
level located on the left of the scale control panel. If the scale rocks
readjust the levelers.
The ACS A/C Series comes with a stainless steel platform packed
separately. Place the platform in the locating holes on the top of the
scale. Do not press with excessive force as this could damage the load
cell inside. There is a protective peel-off plastic coating on the platform
and on the display that may be removed if desired.
For AC operation or charging of internal battery, set the power source
selection switch on the lower left side of the scale to the battery
position and attach the power supply cable to the connector on the
bottom of the scale. Be certain that it is firmly seated and that the
shoulder of the plug fits into the hole in the scale case. Plug in the
power supply module. The power switch is located on the bottom right
side of the scale. See Figure 2.
FOR Dry Cell operation, set the power source selection switch on the
lower left side of the scale to Dry Cell. Insert 4
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alkaline
batteries. Do not store the scale with batteries installed if it will not be
used for over 30 days to precent damage from battery corrosion.
The battery charge light will illuminate whenever the scale is attached
to power.